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Bea and her mum are moving in with her grandparents, which will mean a new school, new friends, and big changes for Bea. . .All Bea can remember about Granny and Grandad's house is their big, beautiful garden with its colourful flowers and secret hide-and-seek spots, but when Bea and her mum arrive, the garden has grown sad and neglected.The wild garden feels like the perfect place for Bea to hide away from all the changes in her life, but when she hears a strange noise in the long grass, she can't quite believe what she finds. . .FOUR TINY DOGS, NO BIGGER THAN MICE!Follow the adventures of Bea and the tiny dogs as they become friends and work together to save the garden!

The much-anticipated continuation to Scions, the prequel to the Starcrossed series, the #1 international bestseller. This Greek mythology series is ideal for fans of Alexandra Bracken and Chloe Gong. Presumed dead, Daphne and Ajax try to steal away what happiness they can while living as Outcasts, when they discover that the Fates aren't done with them yet. Ajax may have escaped death, but his fate is sealed. Like mice in a maze, both are led back to New York City, where Daphne must find a way to keep the Fates from killing Ajax. But returning to the city puts them both in grave danger, and they are forced to seek help in the unlikeliest of places -- from a reluctant Heir to the House of Athens, and from a Prince of the House of Rome. But their biggest challenge will come from Tantalus, Heir to the House of Thebes, who has been busy plotting to start the war he knows he is destined to win, but who tragically finds himself caught between his devotion to his brother, and his obsession with Daphne.

This gorgeous little gift book from The Very Hungry Caterpillar is the perfect way to say "Merry Christmas!" Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar for a celebration of all that is festive during the holiday season. This beautiful book features Eric Carle's bright, colorful artwork of Christmas delights-from presents to snowflakes and even Santa Claus-with The Very Hungry Caterpillar making an appearance alongside each one. This sweet little book is the perfect Christmas present for readers young and old.

It's the first day at a new school for Amani and he is a bundle of nerves. Not only is he meeting a new principal, new teacher, and new friends, he must deal with JITTERS and FEAR following him around everywhere he goes. Will Amani summon up the strength to conquer these ghastly emotions, or will they overcome him? T.A.S.K. Heroes series presents the story of a boy who is faced with the challenge of adapting to a new environment and finding the courage to deal with his feelings head-on. This is a tale about CHANGE and how it affects the mind of an amazing boy.

Gwendoline s'ennuie dans sa vie, l'université ne l'emballe pas et elle peine à sociabiliser. Même lorsqu'il s'agit de ce charmant jeune homme à la bibliothèque sur lequel elle a craqué. Un soir, elle fait le voeu de voir sa vie changer.Et c'est chose faite, le lendemain matin, elle se réveille sous le nom de Gwendoline Trawlley. Personnage inédit du roman qu'elle adore lire : Un prince à tout prix.Si d'abord elle s'amuse de la situation, les choses changent bien vite quand son arrivée en modifie le cours des évènements. La voilà maintenant en proie à des tentatives de meurtre et à une course pour l'amour.Ses prétendants : un docteur, un mystérieux inconnu, un chevalier ou pourquoi pas le prince lui-même ?Après tout, c'est un roman d'amour !

Cold cases get hot in this unputdownable mystery from Jennifer Lynn Barnes, no.1 New York Times bestselling author of The Inheritance Games series. Perfect for fans of A Good Girl's Guide to Murder. Cassie Hobbes has a gift for profiling people. Her talent has landed her a spot in an elite FBI programme. After barely escaping a confrontation with an unbalanced killer obsessed with her mother's murder, Cassie hopes she and the rest of the team can stick to solving cold cases from a distance.But when victims of a brutal new serial killer start turning up, the Naturals are pulled into an active case that strikes too close to home: the killer is a perfect copycat of one of their incarcerated fathers - a man he'd do anything to forget. Forced deeper into a murderer's psyche than ever before, will the Naturals be able to outsmart his brutal mind games before he twists them into his web for good?Born smart. Born tough. Born FBI.'The Naturals is Criminal Minds for the YA world, and I loved every page' - Ally Carter, New York Times bestselling author

LizzyFocused on getting as many scholarships as possible, running and academics are the bulk of Elizabeth "Lizzy" Barnes' life. When Liam becomes her newest teammate and classmate, she begins to wonder if there is more to life than her pursuit of a debt-free college experience. LiamWhen William "Liam" Davis' parents are killed in a car accident, he's sent across the state to live with his overbearing Aunt Catherine Delgado.Starting over during his Senior year of high school was not something he ever expected to happen and he finds himself in uncertain territory as he struggles to adapt to the changes happening in his life. Meeting Elizabeth Barnes happened to be an added bonus. As they grow closer, Aunt Catherine gives Liam an ultimatum that disrupts their friendship: Liam and his sister can get the therapy they need if he stops being friends with 'that Barnes girl.' Can they overcome the obstacles in front of them or will graduation be the end of their time together? First Impressions is the first book set in a modernized and loose adaptation of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. This story follows Liam, Lizzy, and their friends and family through their Senior Year of high school. The complete trilogy follows Liam and Lizzy through high school and college, through the trials they experience during six years of their lives.

When Chloe's dad disappears, the gangsters who are after him start hunting her down. With nowhere to turn, she flees to the posh coastal town of Sweet Harbor, hoping to stay with the grandmother she's never met. Chloe has no idea that: -Her grandmother is super rich-She's going to have to go to school-actual high school, like a normal person-for the first time-She's about to fall in love... with her accidental kidnapper After he mistakenly kidnaps Chloe in a prank gone wrong, Tyler can't stop thinking about her. He's never met anyone like Chloe. She's so smart and bold and secretly-vulnerable. Tyler makes Chloe feel safe--even when they're getting arrested together. He's confident and capable. He can hot-wire a car, and he can definitely jumpstart Chloe's heart. Plus, he always keeps a good book (or ten) in his truck. When Chloe's grandmother forbids her to see Tyler, they keep their relationship secret. But the differences between them can be hard to ignore. Tyler will protect Chloe from the bad guys who are after her, no matter what. He'll always make sure she's okay. But will their relationship survive?

Octobert is put to work as a scarecrow only to find that birds love him. Forced to travel from farm to farm in hopes of keeping a job, Octobert's story is one of resilience, self-discovery, friendship, and... dominoes?

Филипп. Сирота, чьи родители героически погибли, спасая детей во время землетрясения. Хелен. Девочка с настолько слабым сердцем, что для него смертельно даже любить. Они встречаются на пути в школу колдовства Грасвангталь. Филипп становится ангелом-хранителем девочки, неспособной даже дышать. Но сможет ли он повторить подвиг родителей, забыв о себе ради спасения Хелен? И что встретят эти двое в конце своего пути - гибель или настоящее чудо? Очень скоро им представится шанс узнать ответы на эти вопросы.

Марионетта - это необыкновенная марионетка она думает, двигается, говорит, поёт... Заключённая со своим другом Томом в Маленьком Театре Великого Кукловода, она мечтает о свободе. Однажды она встречается взглядом с очаровательным музыкантом Пьеро. Её любовь к этому человеческому существу придаёт ей смелости и силы, чтобы сбежать. Благодаря помощи загадочной волшебницы, Марионетта и Том перевоплощаются в молодых людей. Но смогут ли они интегрироваться в безжалостный мир Терры? Найдёт ли Марионетта того, кого любит?Откройте для себя Первый Том Трилогии Армонистка, переведённый на русский язык. Роман написан певицей, баянисткой и YouTube-блогером Марион Ламолинери (она же LMJM). Её канал YouTube LMJM ОФИЦИАЛЬНЫЙ насчитывает тысячи подписчиков и миллионы просмотров. Не поленитесь заглянуть! Сегодня она приглашает Вас окунуться в романтическую, фантастическую атмосферу с Армонисткой Терра, чтобы Вы могли узнать больше об удивительной истории Марионетты.Роман насчитывает 260 страниц. С 10 лет. Жанр Фэнтези, Молодёжный

"In this funny picture book exploring a forever childhood question about friendship, squirrel and a mushroom explore the forest through the seasons, show each other special trees, build snow mushrooms, share the good times and bad which become good bad times alongside a friend. Then spring arrives, and so does a new friend. And then another. This raises a profound question for an overthinking squirrel: should we have just one best friend?"--Provided by publisher.

"Pierre the Cajun Frog" relates the tale of a young swamp dweller who lives with his family in South Louisiana. Through a portrayal of the title character's relationship with a neighboring mosquito, a message is imparted about friendship, trust, and loyalty.Feeling left out because he does not look or sound like any of his siblings, Pierre finds a companion in George, an insect who lives in the weeds. Once Pierre vows not to follow a general tendency of his kind to eat the mosquito, the pair forms a bond and enjoys playing together. They meet each day, interacting with some of the other swamp creatures and finding a degree of contentment in one another's company.In the conclusion of "Pierre the Cajun Frog", a year has passed and then two friends continue to enjoy roaming around the bayou. As a whole, the narrative characterizes a vision of the Louisiana Swampland while also seeking to entertain and stir a young reader's imagination.

Cody Freeman, a blue-eyed blond-haired economics student, drops out of college to chase his dreams of becoming a drummer. After a gig, he unwinds with a jog in Hyde Park and saves Prince Aki Chan, an awkward geeky electronics enthusiast, from a lethal mugging. Having spent the night in the safety of Cody's flat, the two teenagers form a strong bond. But will their forbidden friendship develop into a royal romance? Or will Cody uncover deep secrets about himself that will alter his life ... forever?

Created by award-winning card artist Ginger Betty (Tracey Colliston), this series of heartfelt picture books explores the warmth and emotions of friendship and family. The perfect gift for those you love.  Love and Hugs: Winter explores and celebrates all things wintery with a whole host of delightful new characters rendered in soft watercolours. There are winter walks, hot chocolate and log fires, being with friends, and spending time together.

The third middle grade book from Radiya Hafiza, author of Rumaysa: A Fairytale and Rumaysa Ever Ater, set in a magical world inspired by Bengali folklore that puts brown girls centre-stage.

A swoonworthy road-trip romance, perfect for fans of Taylor Jenkins-Reid and Casey McQuiston.They say to never meet your idols. But should you upend your life for a quest designed by one?Seventeen-year-old aspiring journalist Darren Purchase has been a lifelong fan of country music legend Decklee Cassel, who's as famous for her classic hits as she is for her partnership with songwriter Mickenlee Hooper. The same Mickenlee who mysteriously backed out of the limelight at the height of their careers, never to be heard from again.Now, Decklee's televised funeral marks the unveiling of her long-awaited time capsule. But when it's revealed to be empty, a long trail of scavenger hunt clues unfolds, leading to a whopping cash prize for whoever finds the real thing. Darren knows there's a story there-and she's going to be the one to break it. Even if it means a spontaneous road trip with her annoying coworker, Kendall.Flashback to 1963, where a young, runaway Decklee has her sights set on fame and glory. She claws her way to the top over the years that follow, but it's Mickenlee's lyrics that help rocket her to stardom. But as their relationship evolves beyond the professional, it threatens everything Decklee has worked for. What else will she sacrifice to hold on to her dreams?Told in alternating perspectives, Every Time You Hear That Song is a queer coming-of-age story celebrating country music, complicated women, and living authentically. There's more to Decklee's story than Darren ever could have guessed, but the real story she has to tell is her own.

Charlie and his new love, Sam, have just saved the dead from theliving! Now it's time to focus on being a normal couple - if sucha thing exists? But when a new threat lurks in the shadows, thistime to the living, and all who Charlie and Sam hold near, theymust put everything on the line - including their lives - to workout who is behind it.

True-Crime obsessed Paige, and her family, move across the Atlanticto her father's eerie hometown, and it's not long before she uncoversthe town's dark history - a string of unsolved murders anddisappearances in the 90s. Will Paige solve a quarter-of-a-centurymystery, or will she be the next target?!

The Biggest Poetry Collection yet to come from Angelica Castillo. The simplicity and minimalistic views help to engage the reader by making each hand-picked poem relatable to some degree.

Roy has a lot going on in his life: A new school. A grumpy blob. A new neighbor. A bald mouse. Some water balloons. Two kid zombies. And a few embarrassing noises. Sounds like the perfect list for the perfect adventure--right? Wrong. Just as Roy settles into middle school, a big problem plows its way into his life. Fortunately, a new kid moves in across the street and fills Roy's nights with plenty of distractions and mischief. As the two become friends, Roy's days and nights get jumbled together, and a few pranks lead up to a Halloween night of tricks and fright. Sweet revenge quickly turns sour as Roy realizes he has become the very person who scares him the most.

It is believed by some that, after this life, our spirits come back to live another life in an-other body. Along with this belief is one which claims that some people's spirits are connected. That is to say, when we come back to our new bodies, our loved ones come with us, taking new forms as well. Their spirits travel with ours throughout time. It might then that by keeping together two spirits who have been through tragedy together, fate is giving them a second chance. However, perhaps, time after time that these two spirits are given an opportunity, something happens that prevents things from working out for the best. So, whatever force that controls destiny keeps bringing these two souls together, then circumstances manage to pull them apart nearly every lifetime. This is possibly how that might play out.

Big Karma and Little Kosmo are worried when they hear that a new cat, Zenni will be coming to live with them. What if the newcomer steals their food and takes their toys? What if the pet parents love New Cat Zenni more? In this follow-on story to Big Karma and Little Kosmo Help Each Other, you'll find out how Big Karma and Little Kosmo learn that newcomers are more similar than different and that when you open your mind, your heart and your home, you'll find that there is room for everyone, and enough to go around! Answer the Questions to Explore at the end of the story, and you'll be all set to welcome newcomers with kindness too!