School Library New Releases

The searing second volume in a new series set in the #1 global bestselling Shatter Me universe ten years after the fall of The Reestablishment. Rosabelle Wolff had a plan. Now she wants revenge. To save her sister she needs to get back home and destroy the system that created her. Rosabelle’s greatest strength is her ability to deaden her...

Eleven-year-old Lonasei is lonely — she wishes her older sister Eva Grace wasn't so mean, and that her mum Aria didn't have to work so much. But when Aria inherits her childhood home, Lonasei discovers she can enter her late Aunt Malia's paintings and experience the memories within. Through them, she discovers that her mother had another sister, Agnes, who went...

New York Times bestselling author Ann Liang returns to the world of her acclaimed debut, If You Could See the Sun, as a picture-perfect influencer teams up with the bad boy after they share a vision of the future. Everyone loves Chanel Cao — except Ares Yin. While Chanel has spent her entire life curating a picture-perfect social media personality—from...

Take a trip around the world of football and discover the most unbelievable moments from the truly global game. Think you know everything about the world of football? Have you heard of ... The amazing football match played on the ice sheets of Antarctica? The African nation that scored back-to-back gold medals? The Spanish sensation who helped lift the biggest...

When Getwin, Lea and Buckle—with the help of Sharp the raven—unearth the trickster Book of Blacke, they embark on a quest to undo the controls on their world, seeking justice for the Scribes who are forced to work and for those who have never been allowed to read or write. The city of Wyle comes alive with danger and intrigue...

When Sara wakes for the first day of sixth grade, she’s horrified by the sight of fuzzy black hair sprouting from her legs – and her parents won’t let her shave! Being mixed race, Sara’s been unsettled in her own skin (now buried under leg hair), never really feeling like she belongs anywhere. To add to the confusion, her best...

"An absolute winner—sharp, suspenseful, and so much fun." Karen M. McManus, #1 New York Times bestselling author of One of Us Is Lying An unforgettable YA murder mystery from Marissa Meyer, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Lunar Chronicles, and Tamara Moss, rising star and acclaimed author of the Lintang series. From #1 New York Times bestselling author...

The #1 New York Times best-selling series is back with a brand new tale! Discover what happens next in this thrilling addition to the Wings of Fire saga, where one of its biggest secrets will be revealed. In the and highly-anticipated sixteenth book, beloved author Tui T. Sutherland will answer the question her fans have been asking her for years....

At the start of the war, eight-year-old Max Bernot lives with his sister and parents in Lauterbach, Saarland, a narrow strip of territory between the French and German defence lines. His German father, Anton, and his French mother, Marguerite, do their best to shield Max and his sister, Anna, from Nazi violence. However, in late 1944, their beloved godfather is...

The kind of book you need to clear a space for, so you can read it in one satisfying gulp.Paula Green, POETRY BOX When a sporty teen's leg is crushed in a mountain-hiking accident, he has to face new challenges, one tiny but huge step at a time. A fast-paced, powerfully told novel for middle-grade readers about limb loss, resilience,...

The unmissable follow-up to the phenomenal bestselling and award-winning The Last Bear. Beautifully illustrated by Levi Pinfold and perfect for readers 8+ Shortlisted for the Indie Book Awards 2025 and The Week Junior Book Awards 2024 April Wood has returned home from her adventure on Bear Island. But, over a year later, she can’t stop thinking about Bear. When April...

The next hilarious new story in the number one bestselling Lottie Brooks series. From hilarious MEGA bestselling author, Katie Kirby, comes a brand-new story from the phenomenal Lottie Brooks series! Lottie's done with embarrassing herself. There can't possibly be any more ways to do it! Right? Have her annoying little brother announce her bra size while shopping? Done. Get her...

On the isolated island of Brack, the people live by an ancient bargain: every year, a sacrifice must be made to the Glimm, the creature that haunts the salt marshes. Eight years ago, it should have taken Lotta. Instead, the monster spared her and claimed her pony, shattering tradition and anointing her both folk hero and object of suspicion. Now...

A hotel opening, a budding romance, a missing locket and . . . a ghost. Josephine Eloise Thomas and her family are getting ready for the grand opening of their hotel. And with the surprise gifting of a beautiful tabby kitten from Josephine's next-door neighbours, the Martins, things are looking up. Until chaos strikes. To start, the criminal mastermind Anastasia,...

Dawn can't wait for her trip to California. Aside from all the sun and fun, it's her first visit since her brother, Jeff, moved back to live with their dad. California is better than Dawn ever remembered it. The beaches are beautiful, the local theme park is a blast, and Dawn is enjoying all her favourite foods. Plus, Dawn's best...

A charming graphic novel bursting with first-crush butterflies and the joy of finding your people! Lia is finally feeling settled into her new life. Her friends are amazing, her French is improving, and her periods... ugh, those are still terrible. But Lia's crush, Julien, is noticing her. Lia thinks he likes her, but she can't tell for sure. And while...

The competition heats up, as best friends go after the once-in-a-lifetime chance to become pop stars! Hikaru In The Light! (A Graphic Novel: Volume 3) sees Hikaru's dreams of stardom so close ... and yet so far! She's pushing herself to the limit to improve her singing and dancing skills for the Girls in the Light pop idol competition, but...

Dragonkind is FREE! Free from the terror of the Blade Wolf. Free to fly the skies and roam across the land.Firefly dragon sisters Dessa and Sacha could not be happier. For them, this is a dream come true. Their happiness is shared by all the other dragons. . . Well almost.Stormy may be the king of the Cliff dragons now,...

A delightful, surprising and profound story – through the eyes of a dog – about the things that worry us, and how perspective and play can help.It looks just like a normal ball, it's perfect by all accounts.It's red, it's round, it rolls and rolls but why does it not bounce?An adorable, and overthinking, dog has a ball that won't...

The charmingly romantic sequel to the bestselling Grumpy Darling and Rival Darling – perfect for fans of Lynn Painter, The Summer I Turned Pretty and Powerless. Alexandra Moody's BookTok sensation Darling Devils series is back with the most devilish Darling brother of all — in a wholesome, banter-filled ice-hockey romance perfect for fans of Hannah Grace, slow-burn chemistry, and happily...

The launch of a brand-new series from blockbuster Warriors author Erin Hunter about two orphaned cat sisters who discover a secret world of magical creatures ... and the humans who are out to control them. Willow and Luna have been on their own since they were kittens. After their mother’s death, they settled into a scrappy life in the heart...

Barry finds a lost cape that gives him the power to fly and secretly enjoys a day as a flying lemur. He becomes hooked on being a hero, saving lives and basking in the fame of being a mysterious masked crusader. When the cape’s emu owner and a reward-hungry Zeb close in, a struggle over the cape causes it to...

Puzzle Time! (Hotdog! 20) by Anh Do is an exciting adventure featuring Hotdog, Kev and Lizzie as they head to Games Galaxy! They’ll challenge themselves with awesome puzzles, games and riddles. But can they outwit the other teams to take home the TV prize? Whatever happens, it will be out of this world!

Say hello to Max, a Little Axolotl! He’s back for another silly and sweet story. Max has been attending school for a few months now and has really settled in at the aquarium. He absolutely loves his new friends and teachers! When a new axolotl arrives at the tank, Max jumps at the chance to show her around. The new...

Can they get out of the Frying Pan without getting into the fire? Tamzin Pook and her group of unlikely fighters-turned-friends have managed to make it out of Thorbury alive. Now with a massive, terrifying, armoured, and un-dead Revenant (and its pet kitten) as one of their gang. For their next mission, Tamzin and her friends head to the city...

A dreamy collection of short stories by the world's best-loved storyteller. Perfect for one more story before bed! From midnight journeys to fairyland to toys coming to life and causing mischief, there's a perfect bedtime story for everyone in this cosy collection from Enid Blyton. Snuggle in close as you read these stories under the stars! These traditional tales are...

Warning: You are about to read my utterly biggest secrets. Can I trust you? OK then. I’m Ella, and this is my diary. Join Ella in this two-book bind-up of her most fabulous school stories! Pets: Ella and Zoe start their own pet-walking company! But when Peach starts acting suspiciously, the girls have to go undercover to try and save...

A Twisted Tale: Part of Your World the Manga Volume 1 (Disney) by Davide Sarti and Liz Braswell imagines an intriguing 'what if' scenario: What if Ariel had never defeated Ursula? It's been five years since the infamous sea witch overcame the little mermaid and took King Triton's life in the process. Now, Ariel reigns as the voiceless queen of...

Nora is a prize-winning horseback rider in a suburban area, with a tight-knit circle of best friends. But when her mum gets a prestigious new job in a poor, rural area, she has to adjust to a lot of change—being the only Black kid in a new class and settling in at a new barn called Creaky Acres, where her...

In the midst of a brutal winter in the unforgiving Snowlands, a famine plagues the wolf pack. As the pack goes hungry, blame falls on Feba, an orphaned wolf cub whose white fur many believe to be a bad omen. When the wolf pack's cubs vanish, the pack leaders vote to banish Feba. She escapes her fate and runs off...

A group of code-busting friends races to find a powerful ring before their rivals can use it for dark magic. Emma Avery has always loved solving puzzles and codes, and now that she’s processing a recent autism diagnosis and facing down seventh grade at a new school, they’re even more important to her. Then Emma meets Nate Lin. He’s popular...

When Zeb uses his superpower to blend in with a zebra crossing to play tricks on unsuspecting pedestrians, he finds himself in hot water with a very angry lion who threatens to eat him! In an effort to extricate himself from the cooking pot, he promises Marge will make endless mac’n’cheese to feed Lion’s whole pride. Not a great time...

This exciting bind-up includes the first three books in the Dragon Girls series—perfect for readers who love adventure, teamwork, and a little sparkle! Meet Azmina, Willa, and Naomi—the brave Glitter Dragons who can soar above the treetops, breathe bursts of glittering fire, and roar loud enough to shake the ground. But with their dazzling powers comes a big responsibility: as...

All the magic of the original story, brought to life in a colourful graphic novel!Best friends Rachel and Kirsty can't believe it when they meet a magical fairy at the end of a rainbow. Ruby the Red Fairy flies them away to Fairyland, but the beautiful kingdom is in trouble. Can the girls help save it?With full-colour illustrations and action-packed...

All the magic of the original story, brought to life in a colourful graphic novel!Amber the Orange Fairy has been trapped by mean Jack Frost somewhere on Rainspell Island! Can Rachel and Kirsty find Amber and return her to her sister before colour disappears from Fairyland for ever?With full-colour illustrations and action-packed panels, this graphic novel is perfect for visual...

The Dragon at the Zoo by Melanie Koster introduces us to Cedric, a dragon like no other. He lives at the zoo, adores children, and is quite possibly the most spectacular dragon Tig has ever known. However, when the real reptiles insist he is not a true dragon, Cedric begins to doubt himself. With Tig on his back, he soars...

A funny, edgy dark comedy of errors – the highly anticipated second novel from best-selling authors Angourie and Kate Rice.Amy Middleton has all her plans in place for the school ball – the perfect designer dress, the perfect dream date, the perfect night.When Leo Prince finally agrees to go with her, success seems assured, and the night belongs to Amy.But...

Get ready for the very awesome 15th anniversary edition of the first title in the bestselling series from the brilliantly talented Liz Pichon. The Brilliant World of Tom Gates (Tom Gates #1: 15th Anniversary Edition) introduces us to Tom Gates, the master of excuses for late homework: dog attacks, spilt water, and lightning... Tom’s exercise book is full of his...

Have you ever wondered what life is like for a Minecraft Zombie? Zombie had one goal—to play the remastered edition of his favourite game with his mates all weekend long. Easy, right? Wrong! Now he's helping plan a surprise 50th birthday for his mum, dodging his little brother's whiny game requests, and trying to keep the party a secret. Oh,...

A philosophical adventure story for early readers that playfully combines fairytale with absurd comedy to ask a big question about what makes a good life.As a newborn, Edith received two gifts: the ability to bring any object to life and eternal childhood. That’s why today, 100 years later, Edith is celebrating her centenary as a seven-year-old. What will she wish...

There are two things Matilda Bell can count on: her best friend, Gemma, and being top of every class. But this year, everything has changed. Gemma has moved away, leaving Matilda all alone at school, and Will O’Connor has moved to town. Not only does Will disrupt every lesson—Matilda’s pet hate—but he’s somehow matching her grades with zero effort. If...

If you could have any superpower, what would you choose? Super strength? Invisibility? The ability to fly? Super speed? So many superpowers to choose from. Unfortunately, for Licky Ricky, he didn’t get to choose. He just woke up one day with the most useless, least impressive, socially unacceptable, slightly embarrassing, frankly gross, superpower of all time! Grab your barf bags,...

The #1 global bestselling Captain Underpants series returns! Based on the first sensational chapter book, it's a reimagined adventure perfectly paired with all-new manga artwork. Captain Underpants: The First Epic Manga is written and adapted by Dav Pilkey, illustrated by manga artist Motojiro, and totally reinvented for a new generation of readers. Tra-la-laaa!

MoonGlow is the newest group to hit the K-Pop scene! Led by Yuna alongside her friends, Ara, Jade, and Sun-Hee, this group is the next big thing. But these girls are more than just K-Pop stars. They work for K42 Entertainment – a pop music producer with a deep secret. K42 is responsible for training K-Pop stars with magical powers,...

Do you like ANIMALS, SPORT and FRIENDS?Then this book is YOUR NEXT READ. Fin never wins anything. On school sports day, a naughty puppy stops Fin from coming first in his race. Will Fin ever win? Or will he learn that there are more important things than medals? From the creators of Your Kid's Next Read – the largest online children's book community...

Do you like MYSTERY, FAMILY and FUNNY STORIES? Then this book is YOUR NEXT READ!Lea has lost her pencil case. It's full of money she has collected for charity! Lea must search all over her apartment block for the missing pencil case. Where could it be?From the creators of Your Kid's Next Read – the largest online children's book community in...

Do you like FRIENDS, SCHOOL and FUNNY STORIES?Then this book is YOUR NEXT READ. One lunchtime, Benji goes to the worst bench in the whole school instead of playing footy. There he meets a girl named Alice and a spider named Mabel. And Mabel needs their help! But can Benji and Alice do it alone? From the creators of Your Kid's Next...

Do you like ANIMALS, FAMILY and SURPRISING STORIES? Then this book is YOUR NEXT READ! It all starts with Boo, the owl. Bea and Bart take her home and love her. Soon, they have a feathered family! But Bea and Bart are not the only ones interested in these unusual birds … From the creators of Your Kid's Next Read – the largest...

Te haerenga a Kupe ki Aotearoa! I ako a Kupe mō te wheke nui, mō te wheke wehi nāna tonu ngā ika o te moana i kai, arā, kua kore ngā kaimoana hei kai mā ngā tāngata o Hawaiki.Nā, ka whāia taua wheke rā e Kupe, ka whiti atu i Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa.Nāwai rā, ka kite a Hine-te-Aparangi i tētahi whenua...

Olivia Muscat's debut novel celebrates the unexpected happiness of finding somebody who really gets who you are. Annie and Maeve have grown up in very different circumstances. They don't have a whole lot in common, so when they end up in the same class and are essentially forced into a friendship, neither one is very impressed. Both girls are blind...

Club Kiwi (Ella and Olivia #38) by Yvette Poshoglian takes readers on an exciting overseas adventure as Ella and Olivia embark on a holiday to New Zealand! Join them as they explore the wonders of the land of the long white cloud. Ella and Olivia are thrilled to make the most of their trip. But will they be able to...

Journey into the enchanting world of The Lost Defenders, where 11-year-old Jace discovers the real reason he can see monsters that no one else can. Jace Tanner has always been different—he can see monsters no one else can. As if fitting in at school wasn't hard enough! All he wants is to be normal... and maybe make it through his...

Do you love shadowy secret nooks or cosy hideaways?Leafy, shady trees or sheltered, rocky bays?Do you love comfy little cubbies or tree forts way up tall?Or spaces behind places where you can curl up small? A beautiful, lyrical story that asks readers to consider where in the world they feel most at home, exploring safe spaces and cosy feelings, self-awareness...

From the bestselling author of The Grandest Bookshop in the World comes the second instalment of an epic fantasy adventure series in the tradition of Skandar and Percy Jackson. Guided by a mysterious message, Cori, Tarn and Jem sail north to meet the secretive Loyalists, who will help them on their quest for the Oceanforged Armour.Instead, the Loyalists warn of a looming...

Introduce the Secret Seven to younger readers with this entertaining short story from Enid Blyton, the world's best-loved storyteller - perfect for children aged seven and up. When the Seven come across a big fight in a mysterious building, they need to stop it before someone gets hurt! But is the fight all it appears to be? The Secret Seven...

A just-scary-enough Nordic noir illustrated chapter book about a town terrorized by monsters and a warm-hearted werewolf trying to find his pack.Frank is nipped by a dog on his ninth birthday, and his life turns inside out. His nights fill with mysterious dreams and eery adventures. A wild beast is reported roaming the town after dark. Frightening encounters lead to...

Return to Wonderland in this extraordinary reimagining of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, by one of our most brilliant storytellers. ‘Spectacular!’ Kiran Millwood Hargrave ‘An absolute masterclass’ Hannah Gold ‘Enchanting’ Tamzin Merchant ‘Wonderful’ Cressida Cowell England, 1919. Alyce – with a Y – lives with her grandmother, the original Alice, having lost her father during the Great War. When a mysterious...

Relish in mischief, adventure and the most unusual family ever, with the bestselling and multi-award-winning Katrina Nannestad. Frances Bloom: Dangerous Days transports readers into a world where Frances Bloom's dreams have come true. Her grandparents are a honey-coloured bear and a garden gnome. Nasty Ms Thistle has been taken to Harsh Island Home for Unwanted Teachers and Cats. Her class...

Zoom into a mini universe of teeny tiny things What would everything look like if you shrank to the size of an ant? Miniverse takes you on a mind-boggling journey into the world of the teeny tiny. Discover how zips, paper, ballpoint pens, and velcro work by seeing them enlarged hundreds of times. Watch dust mites clambering through the jungle...