Recommended Books (Ages 9 - 12)

The BRAND-NEW Diary of a Wimpy Kid book from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney. In Big Shot, book 16 of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney, Greg Heffley and sports just don't mix. After a disastrous field day competition at school, Greg decides that when it comes to his athletic career,...

The graphic novel adaptations of the #1 New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series continue to set the world on fire! Three dragons. One unavoidable, unpredictable destiny. This is the beginning...of the end. In the SeaWing kingdom, a young prince learns he is an animus—capable of wonderful magic that comes with a terrible price. In the mind of a...

A mysterious world full of allies–and old enemies! Emily and her brother Navin head for Kanalis–a beautiful and mysterious city of waterfalls–where they hope to find the antidote for the poison that felled their mother. That cure lies in the eggs of a giant serpent atop Demon's Head Mountain, but the kids' arch-enemy, Trellis, is headed for the peak too....

After the tragic death of their father, Emily and Navin move with their mother to the home of her deceased great-grandfather, but the strange house proves to be dangerous. Before long, a sinister creature lures the kids' mum through a door in the basement. Emily and Navin, desperate not to lose her, follow her into an underground world inhabited by...

The #1 New York Times bestselling series continues with a thrilling revelation -- three brand-new tribes of dragons! Growing up in the hives, Cricket has always had a million questions. Why are trees forbidden, even in art? Why do her parents seem to hate her? And the biggest, most dangerous and secret question of all: Why is Cricket immune to...

The #1 New York Times bestselling series continues! A wall can't protect them anymore . . . Snowfall didn't expect to be queen of the IceWings at such a young age, but now that she is, she's going to be the best queen ever. All she has to do is keep her tribe within IceWing territory, where it's safe —...

An impossible journey with danger at every turn ... Emily, Navin, and their crew of resistance fighters charter an airship and set off in search of the lost city of Cielis, believed to be located on an island high above the clouds. The mysterious Leon Redbeard is their guide, and there's a surprising new addition to the crew: the Elf...

Darkness of Dragons (Wings of Fire #10) by Tui Sutherland delves into a world on the brink of chaos. Qibli knows that Darkstalker must be stopped, and he's convinced that magic is the key. With just a sliver of the ancient dragon's all-powerful scroll, Qibli imagines he could rewrite history the right way: end war forever, make every dragon happy,...

This official Amulet colouring book includes more than 90 images to colour! Fill in portraits of your favourite characters, including Emily, Navin, Miskit, Leon, Trellis, Vigo, Elf King, Max and more! Colour in patterned pages full of objects familiar to any Stonekeeper and scenes featuring your favourite locations and moments from the original graphic novels. Each page has beautiful artwork...

A fallen city where terrible secrets are revealed... Emily and her friends think they'll find the help they need in Cielis—but something isn't right. Streets that were once busy are deserted, and the townspeople who are left live in crippling fear. Emily is escorted to the Academy, where she's expected to compete for a spot on the Guardian Council, the...

A worthy mission ... or a trap? Navin and his classmates journey to Lucien–a city ravaged by war and plagued by mysterious creatures–where they search for a beacon essential to their fight against the Elf King. Meanwhile, Emily heads back into the Void with Max–one of the Elf King's loyal followers–where she learns his darkest secrets. The stakes for both...

The Bad Guys are back in full colour! The dawn of time!Nothing on Earth could rival the terrifying power of the dinosaurs.Except maybe that Wolf over there ... yeah, the one standing next to the Snake and the Shark and that other sardiney-looking thing.Huh?! This is all wrong. This is all bad. This is all awesome.It’s time to get your...

Wings of Fire: The Brightest Night (b&w) by Tui T. Sutherland illustrates Sunny's unwavering belief in the Dragonet Prophecy. She is determined to help end the war in Pyrrhia with her friends—Clay, Tsunami, Glory, and Starflight—by her side. Sunny has some innovative ideas, if only others would heed her suggestions. However, unsettling revelations from Morrowseer have cast doubt on Sunny's...

A five-book box set of the best-selling Wings of Fire series, brought to life through vivid illustrations in new graphic novel format.

The Meltdown: Diary of a Wimpy Kid (13) is the thirteenth book in the phenomenal, best-selling Diary of a Wimpy Kid series by Jeff Kinney. When snow shuts down Greg Heffley's middle school, his neighbourhood transforms into a wintry battlefield. Rival groups fight over territory, build massive snow forts, and stage epic snowball fights. And in the crosshairs are Greg...

Whatever you do, don't ask Greg Heffley how he spent his summer holidays, because he definitely doesn't want to talk about it. As Greg enters the new school year, he's eager to put the past three months behind him...and one event in particular. Unfortunately for Greg, his older brother Rodrick knows all about the incident. And secrets have a way...

Greg Heffley's on a losing streak. His best friend, Rowley Jefferson, has ditched him, and finding new friends in middle school is proving to be a tough task. To change his fortunes, Greg decides to take a leap of faith and turn his decisions over to chance. Will a roll of the dice turn things around, or is Greg's life...

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth (Book 5) by Jeff Kinney explores the challenges of growing up through the eyes of Greg Heffley, who has always been in a hurry to grow up. But is getting older really all it's cracked up to be? Greg suddenly finds himself dealing with the pressures of boy-girl parties, increased responsibilities, and...

The much-loved Roald Dahl story, updated for a whole new generation of readers with an exciting new interior design and cover look. Billy's mum says he must never go out through the garden gate and explore the dark forest beyond. So, one day, that's exactly what he does! There he meets the Minpins, tiny tree-dwelling people whose children are the...

The perfect Father's Day gift, inspired by the wondercrump world of Roald Dahl. My Dad is Fantastic He's clever, kind and wise. You'll know he's really smiling by the twinkle in his eyes! A read-aloud rhyming board book that celebrates dads everywhere - from their most FANTASTIC moments to their most magnificent WHIZZPOPS!

The first book in the phenomenally successful series Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney. Being a kid can really stink. And no one knows this better than Greg Heffley, who finds himself thrust into high school where undersized weaklings share the hallways with kids who are taller, meaner, and already shaving. Luckily, Greg has his best friend and...

THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER The heartwarming and action-packed illustrated novel exploring what happens when nature and technology collide. When robot Roz opens her eyes for the first time, she discovers that she is alone on a remote, wild island. She has no idea how she got there or what her purpose is — but she knows she needs...

This eight-book box set will truly excite all fans of the Wings of Fire series. These epic stories have been brought to life through vivid illustrations in new graphic novel format—guaranteed to hook your child into reading!

The #1 New York Times Bestseller | Now a series on Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book One: The Lightning Thief offers a captivating blend of modern-day adventures and classical mythology that has enchanted readers of all ages. Meet Percy Jackson, a twelve-year-old boy who has always felt a little different from his peers. Life is tough enough with...

When disaster separates Gwen from her family, she must fend for herself, all alone in the wilderness. Luckily, she's not alone for long... When a wolf puppy, a Labrador, a Chihuahua, and a greyhound want to make friends, Gwen discovers talents she didn't know she possessed. It will take all her new skills and strength just to survive. Does Gwen...

In The Third Wheel, love is in the air - but what does that mean for Greg Heffley? A Valentine's Day dance at Greg's middle school has turned his world upside down. As Greg scrambles to find a date, he's worried he'll be left out in the cold on the big night. His best friend, Rowley, doesn't have any prospects...

A family road trip is supposed to be a lot of fun... unless, of course, you're the Heffleys. The journey starts off full of promise, then quickly takes several wrong turns. Gas station bathrooms, crazed seagulls, a fender bender, and a runaway pig - not exactly Greg Heffley's idea of a good time. But even the worst road trip can...

The Deep End, book 15 of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney. In The Deep End, book 15 of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney, Greg Heffley and his family hit the road for a cross-country camping trip, ready for the adventure of a...

Delumptious deluxe hardbacks to celebrate Roald Dahl's centenary! A splendiferous new hardback of James and the Giant Peach, part of a collection of truly delumptious classic Roald Dahl titles with stylish jackets over surprise printed colour cases, and exquisite endpaper designs. James Henry Trotter lives with two ghastly hags. Aunt Sponge is enormously fat with a face that looks boiled,...