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如果有一道不該打開的門，你會想知道門後藏著什麼嗎？穿過那扇「sideways door」，熟悉的世界立刻變得不太一樣。這裡有滿腦子只想著牙齒的 nightmare pig、能讓你和鏡中倒影交換位置的詭異力量，還有躲在棚屋裡飢腸轆轆的怪物。至於 Doctor Panic，他已經看過太多門後世界的祕密，最好別輕易與他碰面。本書由 STITCH HEAD 得獎作者 Guy Bass 與 Carnegie 獎入圍插畫家 David Roberts 合作，以數篇彼此獨立的恐怖故事，打造黑暗、古怪又帶有想像力的短篇集。驚悚中帶著荒誕趣味，適合已能享受一點毛骨悚然氣氛的年輕讀者。● 收錄多篇超自然恐怖短篇，從鏡中倒影、怪物到 Doctor Panic，每篇都有不同的驚嚇設定● 由 STITCH HEAD 作者 Guy Bass 創作，搭配 Carnegie 獎入圍插畫家 David Roberts 的圖像● 推薦給喜愛 Chris Priestley、Jennifer Killick 與 AVELINE JONES 系列的讀者I have a question. What's the worst thing that could happen?Wait. Before you decide, let me tell you a story...Take a trip through the sideways door and let supernatural secrets come alive in these chilling tales of terror! Meet the nightmare pig, a sinister swine with teeth on her mind. Witness the terrifying reality of swapping places with your reflection or visit the ravenous monster in the shed. And, if you dare, come face to fear-filled face with Doctor Panic, who's seen far too much of the world behind the sideways door.But b

誰說企鵝不能飛？Clive Penguin 又回來了！這一次是可以獨立閱讀的全新故事。當旁白大力稱讚海鷗在天空中俯衝翱翔的「雄偉」姿態，Clive 可不太服氣。海鷗能飛，為什麼企鵝就不行？於是他下定決心，無論別人怎麼說，都要想辦法讓自己飛上天空。本書以一本正經的冷面幽默，描寫 Clive 不理會旁人的懷疑，一心朝著看似不可能的目標前進。簡潔的文字與角色鮮明的個性，讓「企鵝學飛」這件事自然製造出一連串笑點，也帶出勇於嘗試、不被別人的看法限制的主題。特別適合喜歡 Jon Klassen 式幽默的大小讀者。Who's ever heard of a flying penguin?Clive Penguin is back in a new stand-alone story! Affronted by the narrator's praise for 'majestic' swooping seagulls, is determined to take to the sky himself. He's going to fly! Who says penguins can't do it?A funny, deadpan tale of reaching for your dreams and ignoring naysayers. Perfect for fans of John Klassen!

Frog 信心滿滿地站在一根木頭前。只要輕輕一跳，就能越過去，這有什麼難的？至少他自己是這麼認為。帶著十足的自信和一身令人難忘的運動裝扮，Frog 一次又一次起跳，沒想到看似簡單的任務，怎麼試都不成功。隨著失敗次數增加，他也愈來愈不耐煩。Frog 最後究竟能不能跳過木頭？而木頭另一邊，又有什麼在等著他？Stephanie Stansbie 以簡潔俐落的文字搭配 Jack Viant 明亮又充滿表情的插畫，讓重複的跳躍挑戰愈演愈有趣，最後還藏著令人會心一笑的轉折。幽默中也自然帶出「別太早說大話」的小小提醒，適合喜歡 Jon Klassen、Chris Haughton 式幽默的讀者。Frog is going to jump this log. And it will be easy... or so he thinks!Bursting with braggadocio, misplaced bravado, and some truly unforgettable sportswear, Frog's frustration builds as his feeble efforts fall short.Will he ever clear the log? And what awaits him on the other side...?Author Stephanie Stansbie's pared-back, confident text leaps off the page alongside debut illustrator Jack Viant's bright, expressive artwork in this crackingly funny picture book. Look out for the satisfying twist at the end and a subtle lesson on misplaced arrogance. Perfect for fans of the fabulously subversive humour found in picture books by Jon Klassen, Chris Haughton, and Lane Smith.Children and adults alike a

Blu is excited to move into a brand-new town full of tomatoes - until he realises he's the only one in blue! Desperate to fit in, Blu sets off on a frustrating project to turn red, like everyone else . . .Debut talent Amber Aü spins a sensitive tale of personal growth and self-acceptance. Quirky humour and a warm, pared-back palette beautifully capture both the ache of feeling like an outsider, and the joys to be found in the very things that set us apart. Ideal for fans of Elmer by David McKee, The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt and Oliver Jeffers, and Odd Dog Out by Rob Biddulph, this heartfelt, confidence-boosting picture book will captivate readers young and old.Highly commended at the World Illustration Awards 2024.

London, Summer 1951: Clem Fatale, the youngest crook in the city, and her best friend Gilbert are going to see their favourite musical double act, the Wade Sisters, perform at the London Palladium! But then one half of the duo – Betty Wade – disappears.Her sister Judy hires Clem and Gilbert to find Betty.The pair are soon pulled into the dark side of the theatre scene, and into the orbit of a notorious criminal mastermind.It’s a race against time and the gangsters of London to get Betty back to the theatre. Will Clem be able to stage the rescue of a lifetime?A rollicking middle grade series full of madcap escapades, fast-talking dames and unlikely heroes, perfect for fans of MURDER MOST UNLADYLIKE, ENOLA HOLMES, ADVENTURES ON TRAINS and Katherine Woodfine.

Mother Pig has had enough of her three horrid little pigs. So she packs their bags and sends them on their way. The first two little pigs build their houses by stealing straw and pinching twigs. The third little pig is so lazy, he moves into a hen house and calls it a day! These lazy, chaotic pigs may think they're getting away with their terrible behaviour, but everything changes when they meet a big, friendly wolf who might just be the one to teach them some very unexpected lessons. . .With her signature wit and vibrant art style, Liz Pichon has transformed this classic into a fresh, mischievous, and wildly imaginative tale that will have kids laughing out loud while discovering just how hard it is to build your own house!Perfect for fans of Goldilocks and the Three Dinosaurs by Mo Willems, The Bad Seed by Jory John and Pete Oswald, as well Liz Pichon's very own fun-packed and famous Tom Gates series. This fantastically fractured fairytale is perfect for families who love a whacky re

Bill is bored. Not just a bit bored but really really bored. His owner Mrs Pickle is never bored. She's always busy reading, gardening, cooking or doing kung fu. But Bill finds it all very dull. Until one windy day, everything changes . . .Full of bold, wacky humour and animated illustrations, Liz Pichon takes us along a space adventure that pulls Bill out of his snooze-fest against all odds! A laugh-out-loud celebration of imagination and silliness, and a reminder that excitement can be found in the most ordinary of places.Perfect for fans of Jon Klassen's I Want My Hat Back, Rob Biddulph's Blown Away, or Liz's very own bestselling Tom Gates series, this story is bound to make you think twice before ever moaning to your friends or parents, 'I'm bored'!

得獎插畫家Britta Teckentrup以詩意文字與精緻鏤空設計，描繪雨水、河流、風與萬物之間的自然連結。每一次翻頁，都帶孩子看見生命彼此依存的美好。本書適合親子共讀，也適合作為自然教育與生命教育的溫柔讀本。We are raindrops in sunlightAnd the rivers that flow. We are winds blowing hardAnd all things that grow. This mesmerising die-cut picture book, written and illustrated by the award-winning Britta Teckentrup, shows how we are all connected to nature and to each other.Lyrical rhyming text evokes the beauty of our world, while clever die-cuts link the images from page to page to underline the close relationships that make life possible in all its varied wonder. Perfect for fans of the National Trust and Usborne nature books, Britta Teckentrup books are truly unique. Don't miss We Are Together, Under the Same Sky, Kindness Grows, Family and A Happy Place.

在一片充滿奇想的魔法國度裡，Gumdrops 是守護這片天地的小小守衛者。這裡住著想像朋友、故事角色，還有來自夢境的各種創造。本書以圖像小說形式展開，邀請讀者一同走進這個柔軟而繽紛的世界。當 Gumdrops 收到一封來自孩子的信，希望能擁有一位專屬的 imaginary friend，他們立刻動身尋找製作「完美夥伴」所需的材料。閱讀過程中，讀者也將參與尋找線索、辨認細節，與角色一同完成任務。不過，可愛卻愛搗蛋的 Evilee 也悄悄出現，為旅程增添變數。本書互動性十足，畫面明亮討喜，節奏輕快，特別適合喜愛 Narwhal and Jelly 與 Bumble and Snug 的孩子。Meet the Gumdrops - the guardians of a magical land, full of magical beings! You might meet Imaginary Friends, your favourite characters from a story, or creations from your dreams... The Gumdrops are always up for a challenge - and when they get a letter from a child in need of an imaginary friend, they have their work cut out! Can YOU help them search for the ingredients to make the perfect companion? You'll have to keep an eye out for the mischievous, but adorable, Evilee along the way... A fun and interactive graphic novel for fans of Narwhal and Jelly and Bumble and Snug.

Wanzu and his friends will do whatever it takes to keep Sealand - their island home - safe. They all have magical powers connected to the four elements: Air, Water, Earth and Fire. But curious and playful Wanzu hasn't discovered what his power is yet...When storms threaten to flood the island, Wanzu leads his friends on a rescue mission. Their quest takes them to magical places, where they learn how to stop the water taking over their home. But will they be able to make it back to Sealand and save the day in time? And will Wanzu ever discover his power? Moana meets the Famous Five - The Elementals is perfect for readers in search of adventure!

Tales of Bad United's stunning skills have reached the stars! The Uni-Horn Roamers have invited them to play a friendly match, and the team is THRILLED to be going up against (semi-)pro leaguers. Hoof is sure that this is a sign that Bad United has truly Made It. Serena isn't available to coach the team, so she leaves their captain, Bones, in charge of getting them allpitch-ready.Everyone is totally game, until they realise that Bones might be taking this all a BIT more seriously than they are... As tensions flare, can Bad United keep it together, or will this be their FINAL game together? The fourth book in a super and silly graphic novel series, perfect for fans of THE BAD GUYS and THE NOTHING TO SEE HERE HOTEL.?

NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE - COMING SOON TO UK CINEMAS FEBRUARY 2026. "It's dark monstrous fun!" Wondrous ReadsEnter the darkly funny world of Stitch Head, as he steps out of the shadows into the adventure of an almost-lifetime... Deep in the maze-like dungeons of Castle Grotteskew, insane Professor Erasmus created Stitch Head, a small, almost-human creature.His experiments continued, filling the castle with creations so fabulously monstrous that Stitch Head was long forgotten. Until a travelling circus ringmaster knocks at the castle door, promising to make Stitch Head a star. Is this Stitch Head's chance to venture beyond the castle walls? Or could he be making a terrible mistake...?The first book in the best-selling, laugh-out-loud STITCH HEAD series by award-winning author Guy Bass, with illustrations by Pete WilliamsonFull of monstrous fun, STITCH HEAD is perfect for fans of AMELIA FANG and THE NOTHING TO SEE HERE HOTEL.Delve into Stitch Head's other adventures:THE PIRATE'S EYETHE