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A unique and richly illustrated gift book featuring four classic stories from the ballet.Step into the magical world of the ballet with this timeless collection of four stories, each one based on a beloved classical ballet. Now beautifully reimagined by the award-winning Caryl Hart, with luminous illustrations throughout from Briony May Smith.Delight in dancing swans, fantastical firebirds, sleeping princesses and sugar plum fairies in this fresh, dynamic and magical collection that will delight all ages from 5 and up.With its gold foil cover, jewellike colours and striking design, this is the ultimate gift for all fans of ballet and fairy tale and a glorious celebration of story, dance and theatre. A book to treasure and share.Featuring Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, The Firebird and The Nutcracker.

A beautiful gift edition of Grimms'' Fairy Tales featuring five classic stories, charmingly retold in rhyming verse with stunning illustrations.Follow Little Red through the woods, where she encounters a wolf! Find out what happens when Hansel and Gretel meet a witch, and see who secretly stitches the poor shoemakers shoes. Who are the mysterious musicians of Bremen . . . and will Cinderella go to the ball, after all?Bringing together the incredible talents of award-winning illustrator and Booktrust Time to Read favourite, Marta Altés and author and poet, Elli Woollard, this unique collection of Grimms'' Fairy Tales is a fresh and funny take on the iconic original tales by the brothers Grimm. Richly illustrated by the author of Little Monkey and New in Town, this is perfect for new and younger readers and will delight children and adults alike.A timeless gift with sumptuous details including textured foil cover and full colour illustrations throughout. A book to treasure, to share and

Discover how space is part of our daily lives with Everyday STEM Science - Space, filled with facts, stories and experiments to try at home!Everyone knows there are planets and stars and space rocks, but how do these, and everything else in space, affect us on Earth? From the beginning of the universe and the origins of the planets, to the latest research and space missions, journey through space and uncover what is really out there . . .Discover how we're made of stars, find out how old you would be if you lived on Mars, and how time travel can happen in space. Plus, meet the explorers, astronomers and scientists whose discoveries have given us this fascinating space knowledge, including Mae Jemison, Stephen Hawking and Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin. Readers can also carry out cool astronomical experiments at home.With easy-to-understand text written by science communicator and podcaster Izzie Clarke, and lots of colourful artworks, photos and diagrams, readers can best explore where we en

In an alternate version of 1893 America, New York is part of the Free States, where people may live and love whomever they please (or so it seems). The fragile young scion of a distinguished family resists betrothal to a worthy suitor, drawn to a charming music teacher of no means. In a 1993 Manhattan besieged by the AIDS epidemic, a young Hawaiian man lives with his much older, wealthier partner, hiding his troubled childhood and the fate of his father. And in 2093, in a world riven by plagues and governed by totalitarian rule, a powerful scientist's damaged granddaughter tries to navigate life without him-and solve the mystery of her husband's disappearances.These three sections are joined in an enthralling and ingenious symphony, as recurring notes and themes deepen and enrich one another: A townhouse in Washington Square Park in Greenwich Village; illness, and treatments that come at a terrible cost; wealth and squalor; the weak and the strong; race; the definition of family, and o

BOY GEORGE'S BESTSELLING AUTOBIOGRAPHY - HONEST, FUNNY, MOVING AND ENTERTAINING.'Witty and outrageous' – Mail on SundayWhen he was a boy growing up in sixties London, the 'pink sheep' of his working-class Irish Catholic family, George Alan O'Dowd wanted to be like Shirley Bassey. He got a lot more than he bargained for.When new wave arrived, Boy George became a star. As the glamorous, androgenous lead singer of Culture Club, he became a media darling and pop icon, winning Grammys and BRIT Awards.And then came drugs, addiction and a spectacular fall from grace.In Take it Like a Man, George tells the story of the crazy highs and desperate lows – from his relationship with Culture Club's Jon Moss and friendship with Fat Tony, hilarious encounters with stars like Michael Jackson, Diana Ross and George Michael, and the family struggles, the despair of withdrawal and the journey back to health and sobriety.Told in his own intimate, hilarious style, this a racy, pacy page-turner from a music

當校外教學遇上好萊塢大片，生活忽然變成電影。本書為 Frank Cottrell-Boyce 最新幽默冒險之作，入圍 Carnegie Medal for Writing，由 Steven Lenton 全書插圖呈現。Rafa 與朋友誤闖片場，卻因神似明星 BB 而成為焦點，獲得進出各區的特權。片場燈光閃耀，笑料不斷，但他心中始終掛念著失蹤的哥哥 Cillian。那封神祕訊息是否真指向好萊塢？為了找到哥哥，Rafa 必須持續扮演好角色，在真實與表演之間穿梭。作者筆下既有機智對白，也有細膩情感，被譽為兼具 Roald Dahl 的想像力與更深的情感厚度。本書在歡笑與溫柔之間取得平衡，是一段關於勇氣與家人的旅程。Nominated for the Carnegie Medal for WritingYear 6 goes to Hollywood!Head to Tinseltown in this hilarious and heart-warming adventure by the UK Children's Laureate 2024-2026 and bestselling, award-winner Frank Cottrell-Boyce. The Blockbusters! is fabulously illustrated in black and white throughout by Steven Lenton. When new boy Rafa and his friends accidentally stray onto the set of a Hollywood blockbuster, the last thing they expect is to become part of the action.Rafa’s likeness to the famous movie star, BB, gives him VIP access all areas, including the banquet of catering doughnuts!But Rafa isn’t the only one having an adventure. His big brother, Cillian, is missing. He sent Rafa

在本書中，Sarah Wynn‑Williams 以其任職於 Facebook（現 Meta）全球公共政策部門的經歷，提供了一部大膽直言且不畏權勢的內部回憶錄。她生動地記述了與馬克．祖克柏（Mark Zuckerberg）及雪柔．桑德伯格（Sheryl Sandberg）的交手過程，並深切剖析自己在平衡母親身分的同時，如何在「挺身而進」（Lean In）的職場文化中掙扎求存。書中更揭露了令人震驚的決策失誤－從政治操弄、言論審查，到在緬甸煽動暴力與仇恨的災難性後果。本書筆觸犀利、帶著黑色幽默，且讀來令人不寒而慄。這部回憶錄敲響了警鐘：揭示了不受約束的權力如何蠶食理想，並摧毀人們的生活。''Amazing: of all the books in all the world Mr Free Speech Zuckerberg wants to ban, it’s the one about him'' Marina Hyde, Guardian''Jaw-dropping . . . A tell-all tome'' Financial TimesSarah Wynn-Williams, a young diplomat from New Zealand, pitched for her dream job. She saw Facebook’s potential and knew it could change the world for the better. But, when she got there and rose to its top ranks, things turned out a little different.From wild schemes cooked up on private jets to risking prison abroad, Careless People exposes both the personal and political fallout when boundless power and a rotten culture take hold. In a gripping and often absurd narrative, Wynn-Williams rubs shoulders with Mark Z

Dante is back in Camp Catastrophe, the second in this hilarious, highly illustrated series for children aged 7+, by author/illustrator Brian Gordon. Perfect for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid. After winning their school quiz, Dante and Virgil are ready for a rest.But when Virgil suggests they go to Camp Sulphur Springs, Dante reluctantly agrees. What could possibly go wrong?A LOT! Endless rain, sharing a cabin with his nemesis and being hit in the butt by a stray arrow are only the beginning of Dante's woes. With an outrageously annoying heartthrob camp counsellor and whisperings of a monster lurking in the woods, Dante’s problems are about to get MUCH worse!Follow more of Dante's adventures in Dante N.Ferno is NOT a Loser.

The engaging story of a child who finds it difficult to read.World Illustration Awards - Children's Publishing Winner 2024From the creator of the Waterstones Prize-shortlisted Wolf and Bear, an inspiring story about a child lost in a forest of letters. The perfect book to share with children with dyslexia and other neurodivergence to encourage problem-solving and build confidence.Verbs, also known as action words, can be pesky things to master and nobody understands the struggle better than the young child in Wiggling Words. Skip, trip, fumble and fall with them as they discover that even though words can be tricky, they can be fun too!Written and illustrated by Kate Rolfe, winner of the prestigious V&A Student Illustrator of the Year and Macmillan Prize for Illustration runner-up.

Follow twelve-year-old Sim's time travel adventure in Ancient Rome in The Impossible Gladiator, the third title in Time Keys, a bestselling spectacular, action-packed mystery series by multi-award-winning author M. G. Leonard.'A complete triumph of imagination . . . readers are going to fall in love with this brilliant series' — A. F. Steadman, bestselling author of Skandar'A captivating adventure loaded with history and intrigue' – Abi Elphinstone''A cracking series with stunning illustrations' – Christopher Edge, bestselling author of Escape RoomThe action adventure of Gladiator meets the time travel of Doctor Who in the third title of this epic series by bestselling award-winner M. G. Leonard. Perfect for 8 to 12-year-old fans of Adventures on Trains. Supports the curriculum. Illustrated throughout in black and white by Manuel Šumberac.Sim, Jeopardy and Nelson are enjoying an amazing holiday in Rome, until they they are swept up in the mysterious disappearance of world-famous illusi

春天到了，剛從冬眠中醒來的熊先生只想找點早餐，卻在洞口發現了一顆孤零零的蛋。本書從這個小小意外開始，孵化出一隻堅信自己是「熊的孩子」的小雁——Gozzle。她學著熊爬樹、挖洞、吃蜂蜜，樣樣都努力嘗試，卻總是鬧出令人莞爾的狀況。原本只想過安靜生活的熊，漸漸在照顧中改變了心情，學會回應、陪伴，也重新理解什麼是家與責任。本書以輕快的節奏描寫成長與親情的建立，文字幽默溫柔，畫面細節豐富，讓讀者在笑聲中感受到情感的累積。When Bear finds an egg on his doorstep, he has no clue that what's hatching isn't just a lost goose, but a family! A collaboration from Julia Donaldson and Sara Ogilvie, the award-winning, bestselling duo behind The Detective Dog and The Hospital Dog.Meet a very cute little gosling! Written by the Julia Donaldson, author of The Gruffalo, and stunningly illustrated by the award-winning Sara Ogilvie, Gozzle is a funny and heartwarming story about family and growing up.It's springtime. Bear has woken up hungry and finds a lost egg outside his cave. Breakfast? No! Out hatches Gozzle, a very sweet little gosling who is convinced that Bear must be her daddy – and that she should be able to climb, dig and eat honey just like him.Follow Bear on his journey from reluctant carer to parent in

《Meet the Newmans》講述美國最受歡迎的電視家庭Newman一家，他們在螢光幕前永遠完美無瑕，而1964年，家中的先生Del Newman發生一場神秘車禍，這個事件撼動了原本和諧的形象，也讓家庭每個成員必須面對藏在光鮮外表下的苦楚，像是父親有不為人知的祕密、母親陷入情感麻木、長子隱藏真實愛情、次子則以搖滾明星的身份惹麻煩，節目收視率銳減、社會氛圍巨變，迫使他們決定以最真實的一面拍攝最後一集；年輕記者Juliet的加入，更讓這場家庭、愛、認同與真相的角力加劇。全書以1960年代的媒體文化與時代轉型做為背景，用溫暖幽默筆調展現成長中的衝突與和解，讓讀者看到螢幕背後每個人真實的人生。'I loved Meet the Newmans! The characters jump off the page. I appreciated the subtle feminist twist and the humor. Jennifer is always good but this is one of her best' – JUDY BLUMEYou've seen the show. Now meet the woman behind the scenes . . .From No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling author Jennifer Niven, a novel about America’s favorite TV family, whose perfect façade starts to crack, for fans of Lessons in Chemistry and The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo.Los Angeles, 1964.For two decades, Del and Dinah Newman and their sons, Guy and Shep, have ruled television as America’s Favourite Family. Millions of viewers tune in every week to watch them play flawless, black-and-white versions of themselve

故事背景設在阿姆斯特丹的新年倒數派對上。內容描述主角參加一場華麗的派對，回味過去的美好時光，然而隨著好友喬治神秘失蹤，主角成為嫌疑人，故事展開一連串懸疑調查與心理角力。這本小說結合了友情背叛、懸疑謎團與心理驚悚元素，節奏緊湊，吸引喜愛此類題材讀者。作者Ruth Kelly曾為《Sunday Times》多本暢銷書代筆，擅長刻劃人性深處的衝突與情感，且深受廣泛好評。書評多讚賞《The Afterparty》描繪角色心理細膩，故事氣氛緊張卻又真實貼近生活，適合冬季閱讀的驚悚佳作。'Ruth Kelly is my go-to for destination thrillers' – ANDREA MARA'A slick, multi-layered thriller with a fabulous Amsterdam setting - a true page-turner' – CATHERINE COOPERShe was your best friend. Now she's missing. And everyone suspects you.People drift apart. You and Georgie were inseparable once; she knew you better than anyone. But that was then.Now, out of the blue, Georgie's back. She's inviting you to a glamorous New Year's Eve afterparty in Amsterdam - a chance to relive the good old days and the fun you used to have.You go. You laugh. You remember.But then Georgie vanishes.And just like that, you're the prime suspect.She knows all your secrets – the ones you've managed to bury. But as the clock ticks and the accusations mount, you're left w

這本《Mangatopia: Sea Creatures》將海洋世界轉化為可愛的想像天地，帶來45頁以上的插圖，每一幅都洋溢著活力與童趣。內容包括跳舞的水母、優雅的龍蝦、調皮的海豹，以及傳說中的海怪與迷人的小美人魚。插圖線條簡潔清晰，便於著色，既能滿足初學者，也能讓有經驗的讀者發揮創意。作品風格融合卡哇伊與奇幻元素，讓讀者在上色的過程中獲得療癒，並探索一場充滿驚喜的水底之旅。Colour over 45 pages of adorable sea creatures in this super-cute colouring book.Discover an underwater wonderland of cheerful creatures!Dive into a bubbly world of lovable marine life! With Mangatopia: Sea Creatures, you can go on an oceanic adventure full of octopus baristas, bashful narwhals, sun-kissed merkittens, cuddly sea slugs and so much more. Every sunny colouring page overflows with adorable ocean dwellers, all hand-drawn in joyful kawaii and chibi styles.• Immerse yourself in more than 45 pages of colouring art brimming with cuteness• Use crayons, gel pens and even watercolours to bring each salty scene to lifeFrom its dancing jellyfish and dapper lobsters to its curious krakens and mischievous seals, Mangatopia: Sea Creatures is a treasure trove of creativity that travels to the sweetest

這本《Mangatopia Spoopy Christmas》以「詭趣聖誕」為主題，提供45頁以上的插圖，讓讀者體驗不一樣的節慶氛圍。內容涵蓋各種創意場景：送禮的吸血鬼聖誕老人、開心滑雪的骷髏、歡樂的小死神，以及詭異卻迷人的聖誕甜點。畫風簡潔，既保有可愛感，又帶點詭譎趣味，讓上色過程充滿驚喜。這本著色書既能作為假日娛樂，也能成為全年喜愛「Spooky Style」讀者的療癒陪伴。Colour over 45 pages of adorable festive fun in this super-cute colouring book.Revel in chillingly cheerful characters and jolly scenes!Have yourself a monstrous Merry Christmas with Mangatopia Spoopy Christmas, a winter wonderland where cozy meets creepy under the mistletoe. Enjoy haunted gingerbread houses, simmering cauldrons of cocoa, jaunty vampire Santas delivering gifts, ghoulishly cute Yule log cakes, happy bats catching snowflakes and so much more.- Explore more than 45 pages of adorably eerie kawaii art- Use crayons, gel pens and even watercolours to bring these charming creatures to lifeFrom its sledding skeletons to its gleeful grim reapers, Mangatopia Spoopy Christmas is a holiday treat for anyone who celebrates spooky season all year long.

本書將經典的《Peter Pan》與聖誕傳說結合，呈現一場奇幻而充滿驚喜的冒險。故事從一隻走失的馴鹿與聖誕老人許下的一個衝動願望開始，帶領他與麾下的馴鹿飛進夢幻島。在這裡，他遇見彼得潘、胡克船長與一群吵鬧的馴鹿夥伴。透過熱鬧的場景與節慶元素，讀者能感受到濃厚的聖誕氛圍，也看見胡克船長在過程中逐漸理解「聖誕真正的意義」——善意與分享。插圖明亮幽默，適合親子共讀，讓節日夜晚增添一份奇幻色彩。This is NO ordinary Night Before Christmas! Saint Nick is off to Neverland in a big-hearted Christmas adventure filled with festive favourites, including Peter Pan, Captain Hook and a whole host of reindeer.Join Captain Hook as he discovers the true meaning of Christmas in this big-hearted festive adventure, featuring Peter Pan, Father Christmas and his crew of squabbling reindeer!A spectacular sequel to The Night Before Christmas in Wonderland - now a major animated feature on Sky Cinema and NOWTV, featuring Emilia Clarke, Gerard Butler and Simone Ashley.It’s everyone’s Christmas wish come true! The Night Before Christmas in Neverland brings two magical worlds together in one epic, festive adventure - the iconic world of J.M. Barrie's classic story, Peter Pan in Neverland, and Clement C Moore'

For fans of Sally Rooney and David Mitchell,Writers & Loversis the insightful novel from Lily King, the author of theNew York TimesbestsellerEuphoria.TheNew York TimesBestseller‘A novel with the broad embrace of a 1990s Richard Curtis film’ –The Sunday Times‘Witty and affecting,Writers & Loversexplores where grit can get you, even when everything appears to be falling apart’ –inewspaper‘Captivating’ – Madeline Miller, author ofCirce‘Funny and immensely clever’ – Tessa Hadley, author ofFree LoveCasey is lost. She is mourning the death of her mother, the novel she has been writing for six years isn’t going anywhere, and her debt is soaring. Surely at thirty-one, when all her friends are getting married and having kids, she is too old for things to be this way.Then she meets Silas. He is kind, handsome, interested. But only a few weeks later, Oscar – older, fascinating, complicated – walks into her life, his two boys in tow. Suddenly Casey finds herself at the point of a love tria

本書是 Barry Timms 與插畫家 Mike Byrne 合作的「Sums with Bums」系列第三部，以俏皮的韻文數數遊戲結合聖誕主題。故事裡，一群調皮的馴鹿溜出馬廄，駕著聖誕老人的雪橇，還吃掉太多抱子甘藍！書中押韻的句子節奏明快，搭配熱鬧插圖，充滿細節可供孩子觀察。隨頁附有數字線與加法練習，讓孩子在歡笑中認識數字，增添學習樂趣。最後更有特別的摺頁驚喜，適合親子共讀，在節慶夜晚留下歡樂回憶。A third title in the laugh-out-loud rhyming counting series, featuring a cheeky gang of Christmas reindeer, and offering a festive twist on number learning.Count down from 10 with the cheeky little reindeer and do your 'sums with bums'! Ten Christmas Bottoms is a laugh-out-loud rhyming story for preschoolers – a festive twist on the nursery rhyme Ten Green Bottles.At the North Pole, a gang of mischievous little reindeer sneak out of their stalls, fly off with Santa's sleigh and munch their way through far too many sprouts! With hilarious rhymes, busy scenes full of surprises, and a special fold-out ending, this book is perfect for festive bedtime giggles and storytime fun.Learn & play!A number line to count up to 10 and back down againA page of simple adding up for early maths skill

Colour over 45 pages of adorable spooky cute creatures in this cozy colouring book.Get ready to enjoy some ghoulishly good colouring! Prepare to be enchanted!Mangatopia: Spoopy Fun immerses you in a charmingly eerie world, where kawaii and chibi characters frolic in delightfully creepy scenes. Join friendly ghosts, lovable monsters, witchy kitties, sweet reapers and playful bats as they embark on spooktacular adventures.- Explore more than 45 pages of frightfully adorable art- Use crayons, colored pencils or gel pens to bring these cheerful creatures to lifeFrom its boo-tiful charcuterie to its graveyard parties, Mangatopia: Spoopy Fun is a sweet treat for anyone who likes their creepy with a side of cute.

Colour over 45 pages of adorable out-of-this-world creatures in this cozy colouring book.Colour and explore a joyful galaxy of lovable extraterrestrials!Go on an adventure that's out of this world! With Mangatopia: Adorable Aliens, you can journey through ethereal worlds filled with charming cosmic creatures. Colour your way through an interstellar lineup of lunar zoos, twinkling UFOs, zero-gravity gardens, starry-eyed space kittens and so much more, all hand-illustrated in whimsical kawaii and chibi manga styles.- Spacewalk through over 45 pages of intergalactic cuteness- Bring each celestial scene to life with crayons, markers or even glow-in-the-dark paintsFrom pizza delivery pods and cosmic bakeries to frog astronauts and dancing robots, Adorable Aliens is a vibrant voyage across the stars for dreamers of all ages!

Colour over 45 pages of adorable little monsters in this super-cute colouring book.Enter an adorable colouring world where little monsters have big fun!Get ready for a monstrously good time! Mangatopia: Little Monsters invites you into a charming universe where fiendishly sweet creatures romp and revel in everyday adventures. Colour your way through cozy scenes of giggling goblins on the playground, book-loving beasties, ice cream-obsessed imps and snow globe-loving yetis – all brought to life in irresistibly cute kawaii and chibi manga styles.- Enjoy more than 45 pages of delightful monster mayhem- Bring each playful scene to life with crayons, markers or gel pensWith these whimsical critters soaring through space, getting carried away by bubble baths, picnicking in parks and more, Mangatopia: Little Monsters promises hours of colouring joy for artists of all ages!

Liz Pichon再次帶來爆笑新作！在這部繽紛可愛的圖像小說中，Mubbles家族住在「微笑島」，最愛等待「不確定窗簾」送來今日驚喜。今天，是一隻超級搗蛋狗Terry！牠雖然惹出一連串混亂，但也讓Berry第一次感受到真正的友誼。本書節奏輕快，畫風活潑，角色充滿童趣，非常適合剛開始閱讀的孩子。書末更有QR code連結延伸活動，讓讀者讀完故事還能繼續玩，繼續笑！Meet the Mubbles is the first in a hilarious full colour graphic novel series by Liz Pichon, the globally bestselling creator of Tom Gates.“I laughed so much, I could barely breathe!” – Ellie"I read this book 5 times over, it was so good!” – HugoWelcome to the Isle of Smile! Come on in and meet the colourful, fun-loving Mubbles - Bash, Dash, Cheery and the gang. The Mubbles love their island, especially the mysterious Uncertain Curtain, which always delivers an unexpected surprise! What will it be today?Today the Uncertain Curtain delivers Terry - a very cute, very naughty dog! Berry is delighted to finally have a friend to play with, but Terry soon causes a lot chaos on the Isle of Smile. Will Terry have to leave early? Or can Berry's furry plan save the day?Filled with colourful characters, boundless fun

The 52-Storey Treehouse – in colour! The fourth bestselling book in Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton's wacky treehouse adventures, packed full of comic book style illustrations! Perfect for fans of Dog Man and Bunny vs. Monkey. 'The kind of book I would have loved as a kid' - Tom Fletcher, author of The Creakers.Andy and Terry's incredible, ever-expanding treehouse has thirteen new storeys! It used to be 13, then 26, then 39, but they keep expanding!This time, there's a new watermelon-smashing level, a wave machine, a life-size snakes and ladders game (with real ladders and real snakes!), a rocket-powered carrot launcher, a Ninja Snail Training Academy and a high-tech detective agency with all the latest high-tech detective technology. Which is lucky, because they have a BIG mystery to solve: where is Mr Big Nose?!Well, what are you waiting for? Come on up!

M. G. Leonard巧妙結合歷史與神話，打造出引人入勝的時間旅行冒險，讓青少年讀者在閱讀中學習維京文化。故事講述主角西姆和他的表妹傑波迪，在尋找失蹤的叔叔艾米特過程中，穿越時間來到維京時代的挪威峽灣及維京約克。他們發現叔叔正試圖找到傳說中的強大神器——掌管諸神黃昏的傳說號角Gjallarhorn。這號角擁有引發末日之戰諸神的黃昏Ragnarök的力量，若落入敵手，將釀成巨大災難。在歷史與冒險的交織中，主人翁們面對時間旅行帶來的危險和挑戰，不僅要阻止邪惡勢力，也要維護歷史的正確走向。小說融合了豐富的北歐維京文化細節、歷史知識與神話傳說，並藉由主角成長和家庭羈絆，展現勇氣與智慧。此書節奏緊湊，充滿追逐、偷盜、偽裝等動作，並深入探討時間旅行的規則與影響，是一部寓教於樂、適合青少年讀者的歷史奇幻小說。'A complete triumph of imagination . . . readers are going to fall in love with this brilliant series.' – A. F. Steadman, bestselling author of SkandarThe action adventure of Indiana Jones meets the time travel of Doctor Who in the second title of this epic series by bestselling award-winner M. G. Leonard. Perfect for fans of Adventures on Trains. Supports the key stage 2 curriculum. Illustrated throughout in black and white by Manuel Šumberac.Sim's Uncle Emmett is missing and on the run from the ruthless Council of Keys. Sim and his cousin Jeopardy are determined to find him. Their search takes them through a hidden door in time to

這本官方授權的《Sylvanian Families: Cosy Friends Colouring Book》帶來40多幅全新插圖，展現森林家族的可愛角色與溫暖場景。從廚房烘焙到星空下的營火夜，從冬日溜冰到日常休閒，內容多樣又充滿細節。插圖線條粗細分明，適合各程度的著色愛好者。高解析度印刷呈現清晰畫面，不論是兒童、初學者或是成人，都能在著色中獲得紓壓與樂趣。這本書既能成為親子共享的活動，也適合作為療癒系小禮物。A bold and simple colouring book featuring adorable characters from the world of Sylvanian Families.Relax and enjoy the charming world of Sylvanian Families with this adorable colouring book packed full of bold and simple images. Sylvanian Families: Cosy Friends Colouring Book is perfect for stress relief and mindful moments, and fun for all ages!From baking to stargazing, cosy campfires to ice skating, experience the cosy season with all your favourite characters in this super cute colouring book. Featuring over 40 unique scenes and beautiful patterns to colour and enjoy!Over 40 adorable designs – no repeats!Simple, bold images, perfect for all agesConvenient 8.5 x 8.5 inch size, perfect for relaxing anywhereCrisp, high-resolution illustrationsA variety of designs for beginners an

故事主角是國小老師楓，她的爺爺是一位退休且熱愛推理小說的前校長。爺爺擁有卓越的邏輯推理能力，雖然因失智症偶爾出現幻視，但仍能與楓一同破解各種離奇案件。兩人以祖孫師徒的身份，展開一場充滿謎團的偵探冒險。小說中的主線案件包括密室殺人、失蹤懸案和數字謎題，故事情節緊湊又細膩，融合了親情、心理描寫及經典推理元素。作者巧妙將生活細節與推理解謎交織，展現出陪伴和理解的重要性。本作被譽為“治癒系推理”，不僅著重案件本身，更強調家人間的關係與心靈成長。故事中經常致敬推理巨匠阿嘉莎·克莉絲蒂、吉爾伯特·凱斯·契斯特頓與埃德加·愛倫·坡的經典作品。這本書在日本熱銷超過二十萬冊，深受喜歡溫馨又刺激懸疑故事讀者的喜愛。There used to be a cafe called Mon Cheri at Nishi Waseda where members of the Waseda Mystery Club spent day after day frothing in excitement over the latest mystery novels, and now he and Kaede solve mysteries together . . .As a lover of classic crime stories, it’s perhaps no surprise that twenty-seven-year-old schoolteacher Kaede encounters everyday mysteries more often than your average person. Solving them is another matter, though, and the person she always heads to for guidance is her beloved grandfather – who, despite having dementia, retains a keen sharpness of mind. From impossible locked-room murders to confounding missing person cases, the granddaughter and grandfather team ‘wea

獾先生Pete正準備享用水果大餐，卻被一隻小小的蒼蠅打擾。接著整片森林的動物都忍無可忍，一起把所有蟲子都趕走！看似安靜清爽，卻換來更大的麻煩……Emily Gravett 再次用詼諧韻文與細膩插圖，帶出自然界中每個生物的角色缺一不可。《Bothered by Bugs》在歡笑中傳遞生態平衡的重要，是一本富含觀察力與環保意識的共讀繪本。Another brilliant Pete the Badger story from the inimitable Emily Gravett: plenty of laughs and an important environmental message.Join in all the woodland fun with this funny picture book with an important environmental message, starring Pete the Badger, star of Emily Gravett's award-winning books Tidy and Too Much Stuff!. (We promise no bugs were harmed in the making of this book!)Pete the Badger is choosing a delicious recipe from his new fruit cookbook when his peace is interrupted by a teeny tiny fly. The fly becomes a swarm and soon all the animals are being bothered by bugs and insects of all kinds . . . before helping Pete to rid the forest of every single one. Disaster! Now nobody's around to clean up the poo, and come autumn, there's not a berry or a cherry to be found. But the lesson is learned, the bugs are r

這本官方授權的《Moomin Moments》邀請讀者走進姆明谷，透過著色享受療癒時光。書中共有40多幅圖案與圖樣，從姆明家族的日常到冒險活動皆有呈現。插圖風格大方，線條粗細分明，既能滿足初學者，也能讓經驗豐富的著色者找到樂趣。高解析度印刷讓畫面清晰可見，搭配方正小巧的尺寸，方便隨身攜帶。這不僅是一本著色書，也是放鬆心情與培養專注力的好選擇，適合作為日常娛樂或贈禮。A bold and simple colouring book to help you relax, unwind and be more Moomin!Relax and enjoy the wonderful world of Moominvalley with this adorable colouring book packed full of bold and simple images. Moomin Moments is perfect for stress relief and mindfulness, and fun for all ages!Join all your favourite Moomin characters on their adventures in this super cute colouring book, featuring over 40 unique scenes and beautiful patterns to colour and enjoy!Over 40 adorable designs – no repeats!Simple, bold images, perfect for all agesConvenient 8.5 x 8.5 inch size, perfect for relaxing anywhereCrisp, high-resolution illustrationsA variety of designs for beginners and experienced colourists alikeLook out for more amazing Moomin books including The Moomins Find a Home Pop-Up Book, The Moomin Colouring Diary and

Join everyone's favourite crime-busting ladybird on a trip to the seaside as she saves the day with a cunning plan.Join everyone's favourite crime-busting ladybird on a trip to the seaside! This brilliant rhyming adventure from the bestselling picture-book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks features a cast of wonderful sea creatures – including a magical mermaid – and plenty of beach fun!The clever little ladybird is off on a trip to the seaside, but those two bad men, Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len, are up to their wicked ways again. This time they're planning to steal the mermaid's hair and sell it to a famous star. Luckily, the crime-busting ladybird has a clever plan to stop the thieves . . .With brilliant rhyming verse from Julia Donaldson, author of The Gruffalo, and bright, distinctive illustrations from award-winning illustrator, Lydia Monks, What the Ladybird Heard at the Seaside is the fourth title in the number one bestselling What the Ladybird Heard series – perfect f

The ladybird and her farm animal friends have a clever crime-busting plan in this fantastic farmyard story, the second in the What the Ladybird Heard series.Join everyone's favourite ladybird in this fantastically funny farmyard caper, from the stellar picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks.Those crafty robbers Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len are out of jail, and they're heading back to the farm with another cunning plan to cause trouble. They've been stealing eggs from the fat red hen, but now they're setting their sights higher and are planning to steal the fat red hen herself! Fortunately the quiet, clever ladybird is on their trail, and she and her farm animal friends have a plan of their own.With slapstick action, animal noises and a mysterious Snuggly Snerd bird, What the Ladybird Heard Next is a story you'll be reading over and over again.Enjoy more adventures with the clever little ladybird in What the Ladybird Heard, What the Ladybird Heard at the Zoo, What the L

What if YOU lived on the back of a Great Green Crocodile? A stunning picture book debut from the winner of the Macmillan Prize for Illustration 2023.Meet adventurous Ali, a nature-loving girl with a mystery to solve on an island that is much more than it seems. Because this small island holds a big secret. A magical secret in the shape of a Great Green Crocodile . . .Ali lives with her Dad on a beautiful island with a busy fishing village. So busy in fact that, no matter how hard she tries, Ali can never persuade anyone to stop what they are doing and come exploring with her. That is until the morning everyone wakes to find ALL the fish have disappeared. Every. Last. One.Who – or what - could have taken them?Funny, richly detailed and deeply atmospheric,The Great Green Islandweaves magic, mystery and adventure with the joy of the natural world, reminding us all to stop and experience the true wonder that surrounds us - and to do it together! Inspiring and imaginative, this is a tale th

A fun rhyming kindergartner picture book based on the popular Would You Rather game, packed with choices about which animal to act like!Would you rather take things at a slow and steady pace?Or would you rather whizz around like every day’s a race?Get ready to play Would You Rather? Animals! In this laugh-out-loud rhyming picture book, preschool readers are given a fun choice on each page, with bouncy read-aloud text, bright, colourful illustrations and loads to spot along the way.With loads to discover about animals and what they like to do, plus an amazing fold-out game at the end and reading tips and talking points for parents and carers, this amazing book will keep preschool children occupied for hours!If you enjoyed this Would You Rather? book, look out for Would You Rather? Dinosaurs.

一位記者眼中的台灣真實樣貌。本書是外籍記者 Chris Horton 十餘年駐台採訪的成果，記錄台灣從殖民、戰後動盪，到成為民主社會的歷程。在全球關注中美對抗之際，台灣處於焦點，卻仍常被誤解。Horton 深入探訪政壇、產業界與一般民眾，描繪出台灣人面對威脅、追尋國際認同的複雜心情。這本書用記者的冷靜與觀察力，為讀者呈現台灣真實而多元的樣貌，是一本讓人更貼近這座島嶼、理解其處境與價值的著作。The gripping story of Taiwan's past and precarious present from one of Taiwan's top foreign correspondents. Following the war in Ukraine, all eyes have turned to Taiwan as the next possible geopolitical tinderbox. Yet while it lies at the epicentre of China and the USA's tense relationship, its story and its people go overlooked and misunderstood. In Ghost Nation, leading journalist Chris Horton will uncover why this disputed country has become so critical to the world's future.Drawing on over a decade of Horton's life and reportage in Taiwan, Ghost Nation unravels the complexity of this thriving democracy and technological powerhouse. Exploring the ghosts of Taiwan’s past, a history haunted by colonization and political turmoil, Horton interviews influential figures and everyday citizens to

★歐巴馬2025夏季選書推薦★布克三度入圍大師，魔幻現實與哲學的華麗交響★母女秘密、身份探索與跨代創傷的深刻呈現★墨西哥靈感場景，融合歷史重創與個人記憶的迷離敘事★適合喜愛文學藝術、女性書寫與思索身份與歷史題材的讀者揭開歷史與記憶的多層面面紗，《Rosarita》邀你踏入一場靈魂深處的詩意之旅Anita Desai三度入圍布克獎，華盛頓郵報讚譽的「世界級作家」，帶來細膩且驚心動魄的《Rosarita》。這是一部深刻探討愛、記憶、歷史與母女秘密的小說，糾結著家庭與國族的創傷與救贖。故事以印度女孩Bonita在墨西哥學習西班牙語為起點，某日她在花園裡感覺被注視，遇見一位聲稱與她母親曾是朋友的神秘老婦人。Bonita堅稱母親從未涉足藝術或墨西哥，卻無法擺脫那股被追蹤的陰影。兮後，她追尋這位名為「騙子（The Trickster）」的女子，展開對母親過往的追憶與質疑。在一連串神秘事件中，Bonita被迫面對真相的模糊、身份認同的困惑，以及家族和國家的暴力幽靈...這部作品糅合魔幻現實主義與哲學省思，優美文字中流露女性、藝術與自我表現的掙扎與力量，同時展現創傷如何跨代延續，也喚起讀者對記憶、歷史和歸屬感的深刻思考。評論家譽為Desai的晚年巔峰之作，神秘而迷人，令人回味無窮。ONE OF BARACK OBAMA’S FAVORITE BOOKS OF THE SUMMERFrom “world-class writer” (The Washington Post) and three-time Booker finalist Anita Desai, an exquisitely written stunning exploration of love, place, memory, history, and the secrets between a mother and her daughter.Away from her home in India to study Spanish, Bonita sits on a bench in El Jardin de San Miguel, Mexico, basking in the park’s lush beauty, when she slowly becomes aware that she is being wa

Otto是一隻有著長長身體的臘腸狗。他喜歡很多東西，但他最愛的，還是那個又軟又舒服的籃子，而且他非常樂意分享！ 這是一個甜蜜又幽默的故事，搭配溫暖細膩的插圖，講述一隻無法說「不」的臘腸狗，因為他的好心導致一連串熱鬧好玩的事情... An adorable, humorous and beautifully illustrated tale of a kind-hearted sausage dog who just can't say no, from the CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal winner Catherine Rayner. A delightfully funny tale about kindness and sharing from CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal winner Catherine Rayner, the creator of Arlo the Lion Who Couldn’t Sleep. This is Otto. Otto loves a lot of things, but nothing more than his beloved basket - and he's more than happy to share! A sweet, humorous and beautifully illustrated tale of a sausage dog who just can't say no. After Otto invites one of his friends to share his comfy basket, word quickly spreads around the neighbourhood. Soon he's sharing his cosy bed with all the dogs in the area, even taking in the local strays! Before he knows it, everyone is having the best sleep in his beloved basket: everyone, but Otto! Will Otto ever get his basket back to

這本官方授權的著色書有40多幅全新插圖，展現森林家族的可愛角色與溫暖場景。從廚房烘焙到星空下的營火夜，從冬日溜冰到日常休閒，內容多樣又充滿細節。插圖線條粗細分明，適合各程度的著色愛好者。高解析度印刷呈現清晰畫面，不論是兒童、初學者或是成人，都能在著色中獲得紓壓與樂趣。這本書既能成為親子共享的活動，也適合作為療癒系小禮物。A bold and simple colouring book featuring adorable characters from the world of Sylvanian Families.Relax and enjoy the charming world of Sylvanian Families with this adorable colouring book packed full of bold and simple images. Sylvanian Families: Cosy Friends Colouring Book is perfect for stress relief and mindful moments, and fun for all ages!From baking to stargazing, cosy campfires to ice skating, experience the cosy season with all your favourite characters in this super cute colouring book. Featuring over 40 unique scenes and beautiful patterns to colour and enjoy!Over 40 adorable designs – no repeats!Simple, bold images, perfect for all agesConvenient 8.5 x 8.5 inch size, perfect for relaxing anywhereCrisp, high-resolution illustrationsA variety of designs for beginners and experienced colourists alikeEnjoy more cosy c

Colour over 45 pages of adorable kawaii and chibi characters in this super-cute colouring book.Enjoy a little break with this pocket-size colouring paradise! Prepare to be enchanted!Mangatopia: Tiny Kawaii opens the door to a miniature world of wonder, inviting you to colour your way through adorably small kawaii and chibi characters. Peer into a happy realm of petite treats, squee-worthy animals, smiling houseplants and silly sushi rolls drawn in whimsical Japanese styles.- Discover more than 45 pages of art teeming with tiny delights and pint-size cuteness- Use crayons, gel pens, or even watercolours to bring this joyful little world to lifeFrom teensy tea parties to candy shops in minuscule towns, Mangatopia: Tiny Kawaii is a celebration of all things small and sweet!

這是一個瘋狂又爆笑的圖文小說系列，適合喜歡《洛基日記》或《葛瑞冏日記》的孩子！來認識 Dante，跟你們保證！他絕對、百分之百、「不是魯蛇」！自從他的褲子在全校面前掉下來之後，Dante 就一直甩不掉「超級魯蛇」的稱號。但沒關係，他已經準備好一個超完美計畫，要在新學校翻身成為超人氣王！ 1. 徹底改頭換面，重新做人！ 2. 結交超多朋友，然後當個領頭羊！ 3. 精通所有運動，拿下所有冠軍！ 4. 把人氣直接灌爆給那些從小嘲笑他的人看！ 聽起來很簡單，對吧？....錯！因為這所「超難熬高中」根本不是普通學校，這裡的學生竟是些神話猛獸與傳說中的怪物，沒那麼容易就讓你翻身！ Dante必須拿出真本事對抗霸凌、扭轉命運，證明他真的、真的、真的不是魯蛇！這本由插畫家 Brian Gordon 創作的爆笑故事，專為 7 歲以上的小讀者打造，圖多、節奏快、笑點滿滿，絕對讓各位孩子一翻開就停不下來。A wacky, funny, highly illustrated series perfect for fans of Loki and Diary of a Wimpy Kid. Meet Dante, (who is definitely NOT a loser) in this hilarious, highly illustrated book for children aged 7+, by author/illustrator Brian Gordon. Perfect for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid. Ever since his trousers fell down in front of the whole school, Dante has struggled to shake off his seriously uncool reputation. Luckily, he has a foolproof plan to become the most popular kid at his new school: 1. Completely reinvent himself. 2. Make a ton of friends and accept his nomination as their leader. 3. Become

Hippo, meet potty! Another title in the brilliant, young picture book series from award-winning Steve Antony, bestselling creator of Please Mr Panda.Hippo Potty is the fourth title in exciting, young character-led picture book series from the award-winning creator of Please Mr Panda, Steve Antony.Can a reluctant little hippo be persuaded to use his potty?Style, simplicity and humour combine to make this original and engaging look at potty training a real must-have for all toddlers and their grown-ups. Featuring a wonderfully expressive hippo and a simple but playful text, this is a fresh and funny look at a key milestone moment from a stand-out picture book talent.Other titles in the series:Cat NapBird BathChick Pea

這本官方授權的《Sylvanian Families: Cosy Adventures Colouring Book》將森林家族的日常冒險化作可愛插圖，邀請讀者透過上色體驗悠閒時光。書中共有40多幅插圖，包括沙灘假期、騎行樂趣、遊樂園活動等，畫面簡單大方，適合兒童與成人共同享受。高解析度印刷讓細節清晰呈現，無論是初學者還是喜歡細心著色的讀者，都能找到樂趣。這是一本兼具療癒效果與趣味性的著色書，適合收藏或作為禮物。A bold and simple colouring book featuring adorable characters from the world of Sylvanian Families.Relax and enjoy the charming world of Sylvanian Families with this adorable official colouring book packed full of bold and simple images. Sylvanian Families: Cosy Adventures Colouring Book is perfect for stress relief and mindful moments, and fun for all ages!From cycle rides to boat trips, beach days to fairground fun, experience the wonder of everyday adventures in this super cute colouring book. Featuring over 40 unique scenes and beautiful patterns to colour and enjoy!Over 40 adorable designs – no repeats!Simple, bold images, perfect for all agesConvenient 8.5 x 8.5 inch size, perfect for relaxing anywhereCrisp, high-resolution illustrationsA variety of designs for beginners and