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Can a group of ten year old mates (and one scruffy dog) really outwit the most fiendish, cunning adults in the universe and save a frightened friend from the worst fate imaginable?

This endearingly illustrated book gently introduces young children to the idea of moving house. Narrated by 4-year-old Ama, it explains each part of the process in a reassuring way. As well as the practical aspects, the book explores the emotional highs and lows of relocating, and shows that this big change can be an exciting thing, with a little help from old friends and new ones.

The first Phoebe and Her Unicorn graphic novel!

Maia Tamarin proved her skill as a tailor when she wove the dresses of the sun, the moon, and the stars, but it will take more than a beautiful gown to hide the darkness rising up within her.

Learning colours is fun in this entertaining book from the creators of the #1 New York Times Bestsellers, The Day the Crayons Quit and The Day the Crayons Came Home.

"A classic Shakespearean tragedy, Romeo and Juliet is the tale of two star-crossed young lovers who dare to defy their feuding families, put aside all obstacles, and find happiness together - but at a tremendous cost. This grimly beautiful tale, set in Renaissance Italy, follows Romeo and Juliet from their fateful first meeting to their last--"

A fun, wildly original, fact-packed and beautifully illustrated book by the Sears brothers, revealing our giant species as we've never seen ourselves before and showing us how - together - we can do a better job of looking after the planet

Discover the incredible life of Amanda Gorman, the amazing American poet and activist, in this book from the bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series

When young Jim Hawkins finds a treasure map among a captain's belongings, the scene is set for an adventure to discover Treasure Island. With 80 original illustrations by Robert Ingpen.

A completely updated 20th anniversary edition of the definitive book on childrens' sexual health.

At long last, Hanako-kun reveals his plan to save Nene from her inevitable, swiftly approaching death. But even knowing his intentions, Nene is determined to return to reality—and to do that, she’ll need the help of School Mystery No. 4, Mei Shijima. Can Nene help this spirit overcome her regret and self-loathing and find her way home?!

IT'S NOT ABOUT THE DESTINATION...​On this stretch of her travels, Elaina encounters an upstart broom racer, a bandit and his mother, a political power couple, the secret lives of tools, a heartbroken medicine maker, a cursed slave, a demon down on their luck, and last but not least, a teacher and schoolgirl at a certain academy who share a peculiar entanglement with a baker. Venturing here, there, and everywhere, Elaina spins yarn after whimsical yarn. What new farewells await her this time?

Originally published as part of Kipling's famous The Jungle Book, this is the story of Rikki Tikki Tavi, the little mongoose rescued by a family when he was half-drowned in a storm. With 50 original illustrations by Robert Ingpen.

ItΓÇÖs been ten years since Val Riggs saw the sunswallowed up by darkness. Ten years since nearly everyone she knew was infectedand changed into hideous ΓÇÿshadesΓÇÖ. Now a ΓÇÿferrymanΓÇÖproviding transport for people and goods, she traverses the deadly unlit roadsin her eighteen-wheeler, taking on whatever evils the night provides. When thepromise of an illuminated sanctuary crosses her path, Val must undergo a journeyfar beyond the limits of any ferryman before her. But with a loved one in thethroes of infection, time is running short...Legendary creators Scott Snyder (Dark Knights:Death Metal, Wytches) and Tony S. Daniel (Batman, Deathstroke) unveil horrorsbeyond any shade in this pulse-pounding new ongoingseries. CollectsNOCTERRA #1-6

For months, a gruesome killer has been plaguing the Midwest. The murderer's calling card? The bodies they leave behind are completely drained of blood. Aspiring journalist Michael Jensen, desperate to escape his small-town life, can hardly believe it when the Bloodless Murders come to sleepy Black Deer Falls, Minnesota. Or that his father, the sheriff, located the only suspect: fifteen-year-old Marie Catherine Hale. Tiny Marie doesn't look capable of committing the grisly, inhumane attacks that are gripping the nation. At least, not on her own. With Marie refusing to talk to anyone but Michael, he agrees to tell her side of the story. But how can Michael trust Marie's confession when it calls into question everything he's ever known . . . when falling for her lies, may cost him his life?All These Bodies by Kendare Blake is the bone-chilling supernatural thriller for older readers, perfect for fans of Rory Powers.

The UK's no. 1 dog trainer and bestselling author Steve Mann helps boys and girls train and care for their favourite pets.

Practise and consolidate knowledge gained from the Student's Book with this, write-in workbook full of corresponding learning activities.

Ukrainian English Bilingual children's book. Perfect for kids learning English or Ukrainian as their second language. Amanda has a habit of wasting her time. Until something magical happens and she learns to use her time wisely.

In the eighth book in the New York Times bestselling Spy School series, Ben Ripley faces the Croatoana new evil organization that's so mysterious, the only proof it exists is from the American Revolution.With SPYDER defeated, Ben Ripley is looking forward to his life getting back to normal, or as normal as possible when you're a superspy in training. Until someone bombs the CIA conference room next door. To Ben's astonishment, the attacker is none other than Erica Hale, the spy-in-training he respects more than any other. His mission: prove Erica is not a double agent working against the US, locate the fabled colonial-era insurgent group that's blackmailing her, figure out what their devious plot is, and thwart it. But this time, Ben finds himself up against opponents he has never encountered before: his own friends. How can he succeed when he doesn't even know who he can trust?

Meet Grant the genie, and his best friend - the puppy Teeny... The first in a series of magical adventures from the renowned illustrator, Steven Lenton, winner of Waterstones Picture Book of the Month and the Times Children's Book of the Week.