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Winner of the Booker Prize in 1985, Keri Hulme's The Bone People is the story of Kerewin, a despairing part-Maori artist who is convinced that her solitary life is the only way to face the world. 'In this novel, New Zealand's people, its heritage and landscape are conjured up with uncanny poetry and perceptiveness' – Sunday TimesKerewin's cocoon is rudely blown away by the sudden arrival during a rainstorm of Simon, a mute six-year-old whose past seems to hold some terrible trauma. In his wake comes his foster-father Joe, a Maori factory worker with a nasty temper.The narrative unravels to reveal the truths that lie behind these three characters, and in so doing displays itself as a huge, ambitious work that tackles the clash between Maori and European characters in beautiful prose of a heartrending poignancy.

From Rosie Walsh, the author of the million copy bestselling sensation The Man Who Didn''t Call, comes another OMG love story, The Love of My Life.''Dazzling'' – Lisa Jewell, author of None of This is True''I couldn''t put it down'' – Jane Fallon, author of Over Sharing''An absolute triumph'' – Jill Mansell, author of Promise Me''It made me cry, smile and hug my own loved ones a little tighter'' – Beth O''Leary, author of The FlatshareI have held you every night for ten years and I didn’t even know your name. We have a child together. A dog, a house.Who are you?Emma loves her husband Leo and their young daughter Ruby: she’d do anything for them. But almost everything she''s told them about herself is a lie.And she might just have got away with it, if it weren’t for her husband’s job. Leo is an obituary writer and Emma is a well-known marine biologist. So, when she suffers a serious illness, Leo copes by doing what he knows best – reading and writing about her life. But as he starts to

姆明一家再度回到讀者身邊！《Extraordinary Moominvalley》取材自動畫 Moominvalley 第四季的故事，收錄多篇充滿驚奇的冒險：參加馬戲團試演、調查神秘案件、在仲夏夜裡度過浪漫時光……每一段冒險都蘊含姆明故事一貫的幽默與善意。書中搭配動畫劇集的全彩插圖，色彩鮮明，場景生動，讓讀者猶如置身姆明谷。這本第六冊故事集既能喚起老讀者的回憶，也為新朋友提供最佳入門。The Moomin family are back in this new collection of adventures, based on stories from the award-winning animation Moominvalley.Every day is full of adventure in Moominvalley! Join in as the Moomins audition for the circus, investigate a mysterious crime, have the most romantic Midsummer's Eve and more.Illustrated throughout with gorgeous full-colour art from the acclaimed TV animation, Extraordinary Moominvalley is the sixth storybook in the Adventures in Moominvalley series, based on episodes from Moominvalley series 4.Bursting with adventure and full of the Moomins’ trademark humour, kindness and tolerance, this beautiful collection of stories captures all the wit and whimsy of Tove Jansson’s original Moomin stories and is sure to be treasured by Moomin fans old and new.

走進幽暗森林，跟著小老鼠展開驚喜冒險吧！這本以《古飛樂》故事為主題的魔法水畫書，附專屬水畫筆，只需加水輕輕塗抹，經典角色與場景就會神奇浮現。畫面乾了還能重複使用，適合小手操作，讓孩子邊玩邊練習觀察力，重溫熟悉又有趣的故事世界。A fun magic painting book based on the bestselling picture book, The Gruffalo.Keep little hands busy with The Gruffalo Magic Painting. Colour in all your favourite characters and scenes from the much-loved picture book by just adding water, for mess-free fun!Walk further into the deep dark wood, and discover what happens when a quick-witted mouse comes face to face with a fox, an owl, a snake . . . and a hungry Gruffalo! Join in the fun with this brilliant magic water painting activity book, based on the bestselling modern classic, The Gruffalo, by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.*Brush the pictures with water to watch the colours magically appear*Wipe off excess water, then turn the page*Leave the book to dry standing upright and the colours will fade, ready to paint all over again!With a paintbrush to help develop fine motor skills and an easy to grasp carry handle, thi

★Crocodile Who Didn't Like Water / 鱷魚怕水系列繪本 ★拋開負面情緒，從生活中的小事來學習知足快樂 當一隻鴨子對於自己運氣不好甚至對生活感到厭煩時該怎麼辦呢？沒錯！趕緊去請教及智慧於一身的貓頭鷹，不過與此同時，還是要小心附近狡猾又肚子惡的狐狸唷！ What's a fed-up duck who feels all out of luck supposed to do? Go and ask a wise owl for help, of course! But watch out for the hungry Fox . . . From the award-winning Gemma Merino, author of the The Crocodile Who Didn't Like Water, The Duck With No Luck is a funny, uplifting and reassuring tale about how to tackle the ups and downs of life, take a more positive look at things and appreciate all you have. After a particularly unlucky moment, Duck has had enough! Heading off to ask Wise Owl why he's so unlucky, he comes across a lonely swan, a hungry fox and a bare tree, all looking for answers of their own. Will Wise Owl's advice help Duck to find his luck after all? And has he just been looking in the wrong place all along?

&b>From the prize-winning, &i>New York Times&/i> bestselling author of &i>Say Nothing&/i> and &i>Empire of Pain&/i>, twelve enthralling stories of skulduggery and intrigue by one of the most decorated

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A cute dinosaur book with soft felt flaps and a surprise mirror ending - perfect for sharing with babies and toddlers.From the range of joyful preschool books created by bestselling author Camilla Reid and illustrated by the award-winning Nila Aye,Who's Funny?is a first lift-the-flap book that is perfect for sharing with a very funny little person.Little children will love lifting the irresistibly soft felt flaps to discover who is the funniest little person ever - will it be one of four favourite dinosaurs? They'll find the answer when they look in the mirror hiding under the final flap!

A raucous read-aloud rhyme for toddlers, part of Julia Donaldson's Toddler Time range and illustrated by bestselling Nick Sharratt.Little ones will love learning about table manners with help from this colourful, funny board book from Julia Donaldson.Duck won't eat his carrots. Moth's eating the cloth, and Sheep would rather sleep than wash the dishes. Thank goodness some of the animals know how to behave. Even the smallest toddler will enjoy the wonderfully silly animal antics in this book – you've never been to a dinner party like it!Nick Sharratt's mischievous and funny illustrations in a sturdy board book format make this playful book a sure winner. Plus you can scan the QR code on the back cover to listen along to Julia Donaldson reading the book too.Look out for for more Toddler Time books: Animal Music, Hippo Has a Hat, and Goat Goes to Nursery.

A raucous read-aloud rhyme for toddlers, part of Julia Donaldson's Toddler Club range and illustrated by bestselling Nick Sharratt.Join in with Julia Donaldson’s Toddler Club! This funny read-aloud rhyme is perfect for sharing with the youngest readers.All the animals are busy lending a hand in the garden in this lively numbers book! The parrots are pulling up carrots, the bears are picking pears and a swarm of bees are pruning the trees with their miniature shears. Even the smallest toddler will enjoy the wonderfully silly animal antics in this book, so join in the fun – you've never seen a garden like it!Nick Sharratt's mischievous and funny illustrations in a sturdy board book format make this playful book a sure winner.Toddlers can have more fun with Julia Donaldson's Toddler Club, in: Hippo Has a Hat, Animal Music, Toddle Waddle, Goat Goes to Playgroup, and Chocolate Mousse for Greedy Goose.

這隻小老虎曾經很小很小，但現在不一樣了——牠是家裡最大的孩子，應該要勇敢、要獨立、要像「大孩子」一樣。於是，牠踏進廣闊的叢林，試著證明自己已經長大。可是，叢林真的好大好大，還有好多更大的動物，讓牠忍不住感到害怕與不安。就在牠努力不哭、不依賴的時候，牠慢慢發現——原來媽媽一直都在不遠的地方。No matter how big you are, you are NEVER too big for a hug! A joyful jungle adventure and a beautiful book about growing up, from award-winning picture book creator, Marta Altés.This tiger used to be small, but not any more. Now this tiger is the oldest, which means this tiger is BIG. But the jungle is even BIGGER and full of big creatures . . .It's a scary place for a tiger alone. But don't worry tiger, Mum is never far behind! You might be too big for kisses and too big for tears, but no matter how big you get, you are NEVER too big for a hug.Perfect for older siblings who are still quite little themselves, this joyful jungle adventure perfectly captures a child’s first steps towards independence and the unbreakable bond between parents and children.Big Tiger is utterly relatable and full of heart – a standout title from worldwide bestseller

這隻小老虎曾經很小很小，但現在不一樣了——牠是家裡最大的孩子，應該要勇敢、要獨立、要像「大孩子」一樣。於是，牠踏進廣闊的叢林，試著證明自己已經長大。可是，叢林真的好大好大，還有好多更大的動物，讓牠忍不住感到害怕與不安。就在牠努力不哭、不依賴的時候，牠慢慢發現——原來媽媽一直都在不遠的地方。No matter how big you are, you are NEVER too big for a hug! A joyful jungle adventure and a beautiful book about growing up, from award-winning picture book creator, Marta Altés.This tiger used to be small, but not any more. Now this tiger is the oldest, which means this tiger is BIG. But the jungle is even BIGGER and full of big creatures . . .It's a scary place for a tiger alone. But don't worry tiger, Mum is never far behind! You might be too big for kisses and too big for tears, but no matter how big you get, you are NEVER too big for a hug.Perfect for older siblings who are still quite little themselves, this joyful jungle adventure perfectly captures a child’s first steps towards independence and the unbreakable bond between parents and children.Big Tiger is utterly relatable and full of heart – a standout title from worldwide bestseller

為慶祝姆明誕生80週年，這本豪華精裝紀念版《The Moomins: The World of Moominvalley》收錄完整姆明世界的介紹，從角色習性、冒險故事，到姆明谷的地圖與家譜，帶領讀者深入探索 Tove Jansson 筆下的奇幻國度。書中除呈現原始插畫與彩色研究稿，還有珍貴的家庭照片與童年繪畫，完整展現姆明角色的誕生歷程。對新讀者而言，本書是理解姆明的最佳入門；對長期粉絲而言，更是值得珍藏的權威指南。A special anniversary edition of the official guide to Tove Jansson's world of Moominvalley, packaged in stunning hardback and featuring original drawings for all Moomin fans to treasure.A showstopping luxury gift book to cherish for years to come, The Moomins: The World of Moominvalley is the ultimate guide for any Moomin fan, old and new – now updated with new and special content to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Moomins!Step into the magical world of Moominvalley with this beautiful one-of-a-kind book; a fun, fascinating, behind-the-scenes look at the wonderful world of the Moomins and their creator, Tove Jansson.Filled with illustrated maps and family trees, as well as facts about Moomintroll behaviour and habits, this gorgeous book contains all you could wish to know

A spellbinding cosy fantasy novel from Lucy Jane Wood, the Sunday Times bestselling author of Rewitched, about letting go of perfectionism and being your true magical self.Perfection is a spell. It’s time to break it.'The literary equivalent of the most delicious cinnamon bun’ – Beth O’Leary, author of The Flatshare‘Full of found family, baked goods, and characters you'll cheer for’ – Sarah Beth Durst, author of The SpellshopAndromeda Wildwood is practically perfect in every witch way. As the proud owner of Celestial Bakehouse, a bustling London bakery, Annie’s life is a haze of pink, magic and impossibly high standards. Annie devotes her powers to pleasing others, believing that perfection is a price worth paying, no matter the magical toll it takes.But Annie’s charmed existence is about to get delightfully messy . . .Annie is tasked by her coven with mentoring a troubled teenage witch, and she couldn’t be more different from fiery, stubborn Maeve. Or from Hal, the gruff but handsome

The profoundly moving novel from the international bestselling author ofThe House at Riverton, The forgotten GardenandThe Distant Hours, presented in a beautiful new edition.‘If you haven’t read Kate Morton before, do yourself a favour’ –Graham NortonKate Morton’s global bestselling novel,The Secret Keeper, is a spellbinding story of secrets, murder and enduring love.1961:On a sweltering summer’s day, while her family picnics by the stream on their Suffolk farm, sixteen-year-old Laurel hides out in her childhood tree house dreaming of a boy called Billy, a move to London and the bright future that awaits her. But before the idyllic afternoon is over, Laurel will have witnessed a shocking crime that changes everything.2011:Now a much-loved actress, Laurel finds herself overwhelmed by the long shadows of her past. Haunted by memories, and the mystery of what she saw that day, she returns to her family home and begins to piece together a secret history. A tale of three strangers from vast

The Queen's Coronationby Jennifer Ryan is an unforgettable tale of the friendship, courage and resilience of three women, set against the enthralling backdrop of Queen Elizabeth II's coronation.By command of the queen, you are hereby directed to be present at. . .There’s a lot to get done ahead of the queen’s coronation – and even more so when your livelihood is at stake.Lucy Jones is Junior Wardrobe Assistant to the queen, but dreams of being a singer. Caroline Brimstone loves her role as the queen’s Assistant Dresser, but behind closed doors fights for a better life for herself and her daughter. Meanwhile, Miranda Miller, an undercover journalist in the Coronation Office’s planning committee, needs an inside scoop to keep her job – the only thing she has left.They are all running away from their own demons but, in order to succeed, they must shed their feelings of shame, trust themselves and reclaim their lives.As Queen Elizabeth II takes the throne, will these three women also be ab

An original, gripping courtroom drama, following all the ins and outs of the punchy legal world, mixed with the twists and turns of a propulsive thriller. Perfect for fans ofAnatomy of a ScandalmeetsApple Tree Yardby way ofBlood Orange.'So gripping, so clever, so good. This brilliant book had me hooked from the beginning' –Alice Feeney, author ofBeautiful UglyBreathlessly compulsive courtroom drama with expertly-crafted twists that you won't see coming,Dissection of a Murderis the razor-sharp debut novel from Jo Murray.A dead judge. A silent defendant. And a courtroom full of liars.When Leila Reynolds is handed her first murder case, she’s shocked at how high-profile it is: the murder of a well-respected, well-known judge. This shouldn’t be the kind of case she’s leading; it’s way beyond her expertise. But the defendant, Jack Millman, is clear. He wants her, and only her.To make things worse, he’s refusing to talk. How is she supposed to prove herself on what appears to be an unwinnabl

An exciting culinary journey through twenty places, exploring food and culture around the world.Find out about all sorts of delicious food eaten across the globe with this fascinating title in the critically acclaimed This Is Our World series!By turning the pages of This Is Our World: Our Favourite Food, you will embark on a culinary adventure through twenty different countries. From meals cooked in an underground oven in Fiji, to sweet mini pancakes served in the Netherlands, there are so many dishes to discover.The vibrant artwork illustrated by Åsa Gilland brings every page to life, while the engaging text written by Tracey Turner makes information accessible and fun. By celebrating a variety of food, we can learn more about customs and cultures all over the planet.This is both a beautiful gift book and a highly-accessible home reference, sure to inspire young readers with an interest in the world around us.

'Written with such a lightness of touch and extraordinary charm that they always change my mood to hopeful. Absolute balm.' – Marian Keyes, author of Rachel's Holiday'Her books are utterly delightful' – Daily MailThe Morning Gift by award-winner Eva Ibbotson, author of The Secret Countess and A Song for Summer, is a modern classic of unexpected love, independence and belonging during World War II.Spring 1938: as Hitler marches into Austria, Ruth Berger's family is forced to flee, but a devastating misunderstanding leaves her alone in Nazi-occupied Vienna. There is no hope of escape until a chance meeting with an old family friend, Quinton Somerville, offers her refuge through a marriage of convenience.On arrival in London, Ruth and Quin find that dissolving their marriage is not as simple as they had thought, nor is keeping it secret. As war approaches, how will Ruth start a new life if she is not able to break away from the past?

A funny interactive Christmas mystery story packed with briliant brain-busting puzzles!Can you work out Cluedunnit at Christmas? Team up with world famous private investigator Hartigan Browne and unravel this funny festive Twelve Days of Christmas themed treasure hunt mystery set at Mistlehurst Hall.Use your detective skills to discover:* Which bird is hiding in the family tree?* What the dancing ladies in the hall clock are hiding?* How faithful hound Monsieur Phideaux can help your investigation?Packed full of codes to crack, evidence to evaluate, clues to unravel and maps to navigate, Cluedle - The Case of Rudolph's Revenge is a fantastic bumper festive puzzle book for code-cracking families and skilful young super sleuths. The perfect gift or stocking filler for mystery fans.Join Hartigan Brown to solve more mysteries in the bestselling Cluedle series with The Case of the Golden Pomegranate, The Case of Rudolph's Revenge, The Case of the Silver Cipher and The Case of the Grindstone

Allie Esiri's beautiful gift anthology, A Nursery Rhyme for Every Night of the Year, is a definitive collection of nursery rhymes, with enchanting illustrations by Emily Faccini. The book includes 366 rhymes - traditional classics as well as favourite rhymes of today - each accompanied by an enlightening introduction. Perfect for reading aloud and sharing with children of all ages.Rhymes include 'Oranges and Lemons', 'Mary Had a Little Lamb', 'We're Going on a Bear Hunt', 'Twinkle Twinkle Little Star' and 'Rock-A-Bye Baby', alongside modern songs such as 'Do Re Mi'; with new entries from writing stars Floella Benjamin, Brian Bilston, Rod Campbell, Joseph Coelho,Julia Donaldson and Michael Rosen, all making this the most joyful book to read together, every night of the year. Each month includes rhymes on different themes:January: Winter, BedtimeFebruary: Love, Pancake DayMarch: Spring, Women's Day, Riddles April: April Fool's Day, Spring Festivals, Tongue-TwistersMay: May Day, Farm, Mar

Lonesome Dove by Larry McMurtry is a powerful, triumphant, Pulitzer-winning tribute to the American West. Immerse yourself in the gritty realism of the American frontier in this masterful epic from the screenwriter of Brokeback Mountain. This is the story of a group of audacious cowboys on a perilous cattle drive across the sprawling wilderness, from Texas to Montana, bound by duty and hardened by the relentless frontier.The third novel in McMurtry’s ‘Lonesome Dove’ quartet depicts an enduring American experience with its triumphs and betrayals, embodying the spirit and drama of the Wild West. Now part of the Picador Collection, a series showcasing the very best of modern literature.

*Including a brand new introduction from Rainbow Rowell for 2024*Rainbow Rowell has won fans all over the world by writing about love and life in a way that feels true. In her first short story collection Scattered Showers, she gives us nine irresistible love stories. Illustrated throughout by Jim Tierney.Girl meets boy camping outside a movie theatre. Best friends debate the merits of high school dances. A prince romances a troll.A girl romances an imaginary boy. And Simon Snow himself returns for a holiday adventure. It’s a feast of irresistible characters, hilarious dialogue, and masterful storytelling, in short, everything you’d expect from a Rainbow Rowell book.

Young children just love things that go, and here is a book they will spend hours pushing along the floor as well as reading!In My First London Bus, follow the red bus around the streets of London visiting the sights, with an extra detail to spot on every page. Then close the book and push it along on its four moving wheels and go on your own journey!With bold, bright illustrations by the wonderful Marion Billet, it's the perfect way for young visitors to London to remember their trip. Whizz around the capital city in other Whizzy Wheels titles, like My First London Taxi.

Celebrate fifteen years of embracing differences with this shiny special anniversary edition of Tyrannosaurus Drip featuring brand new bonus material. Everyone knows that tyrannosauruses are supposed to be big and scary, so when a placid duckbill dinosaur's egg ends up in the wrong nest, confusion is sure to ensue! When the baby dinosaur hatches out, he's so out of place that his grisly big sisters call him Tyrannosaurus Drip. Poor little Drip: all he wants is a quiet life munching on water weed .. . From the stellar partnership of Julia Donaldson and David Roberts, this fantastic rhyming adventure story has plenty of humour and is perfect for young dinosaur fans everywhere!

Warm, cosy and uplifting fantasy romance, The Enchanted Greenhouse is the standalone sequel to The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst.Set in a cosy, heartwarming world brimming with singing flowers, honey cakes and heartwarming romance, The Enchanted Greenhouse is a story about giving second chances – to others and to yourself. From the acclaimed New York Times bestselling author of The Spellshop, Sarah Beth Durst.‘Full of magic, wonder and gentle romance . . . The perfect comfort read’ – Stephanie Burgis, author of Wooing the Witch QueenTerlu Perna broke the law because she was lonely.★ 溫柔療癒的奇幻戀愛故事，在魔法溫室中找回愛與自我★ 唱歌的花朵、會思考的植物，打造最夢幻的「療癒系奇幻世界」★ 《The Spellshop》暢銷作者Sarah Beth Durst全新力作當孤單讓她犯錯，命運卻給了她重來的機會。在一座充滿魔法與花香的島嶼，她與古怪園丁、奇幻生物攜手守護即將凋零的世界，也慢慢修補自己破碎的心。本書以溫柔筆觸描繪「第二次機會」的力量，是一段關於療癒、愛與重生的奇幻旅程。She cast a spell and created a magically sentient spider plant. As punishment, she is turned into a wooden statue and tucked away into an alcove in the Great Library of Alyssium.When, years later, Terlu wakes

Our Flag Means Death meets Six of Crows in this queer pirate adventure from the author of A Taste of Gold and Iron, Alexandra Rowland. ‘Come for the irrepressible gremlin of a narrator, stay for the plot-relevant cake competitions! A whip-smart, hilarious and exuberant high seas romp’ – Freya Marske, Sunday Times bestselling author of A Marvellous Light Avra Helvaçi, former field agent of the Arasti Ministry of Intelligence, has accidentally stolen the single most expensive secret in the world – and the only place to flee with a secret that big is the open sea. To find a buyer with deep enough pockets, Avra must work with his on-again, off-again ex, the pirate Captain Teveri az-Haffar.Together, they will have to risk journeying to the isolated pirate republic of the Isles of Lost Souls. The only things in their way?A calculating new Arasti ambassador to the Isles . .. Brother Julian, a beautiful, mysterious new member of the crew with secrets of his own . .. . .. And the fact that they

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?This time, it's a very odd .. . ball? The Mubbles aren't sure what to do with it - but one thing's for sure, the Mubbles definitely shouldn't press the button that says 'Don't Touch'!Filled with colourful characters, boundless fun and lots of adventures this series is a guaranteed hit for kids.Featuring a QR code that will take you to a website full of extra content, including arts, crafts and many fun songs from The Mubbles world. Join our ever growing community, with over 150,000 sub

Heartstopper meets Juno Dawson’s What’s the T? in this unmissable YA graphic novel Homebody by non-binary creator Theo Parish, exploring what it means to live life on your own terms.'An uplifting, hopeful, empowering memoir that celebrates self-discovery and self-love' - Alice Oseman, author of the bestselling Heartstopper seriesAn unmissable graphic novel perfect for fans of the global hit Heartstopper and Juno Dawson's What's the T?Hello! I’m Theo. I like cats, Dungeons & Dragons . . . and I’m trans and non-binary.Ever since I was young, I’ve been on a journey to explore who I am. To discover the things that make me . . . me.Sometimes it can feel like the world is trying to fit you into a box, to label you one way or another, but there is nothing more wonderful than finding your true authentic self, whoever you are. Whether you are transgender or cisgender, we are all searching for ways to make our houses feel like homes . . .In Homebody, Theo tells the heartwarming story of disc

Whitney is not having a merry Christmas. The Plight Before Christmas is a second-chance, Christmas-themed sexy romance from Kate Stewart, author of the Ravenhood series. In the last three weeks she's lost her boyfriend and a promotion.Forced to gather at her grandparents' cosy cabin for the holidays with her large family, the only way she's going to get into the holiday spirit is with the help of three wise men: Johnnie Walker, Jack Daniel's, and Jim Beam. However, nothing offsets the shock of discovering her old boyfriend, Eli, on the doorstep. Now she's stuck for a week with Eli, the only man to ever break her heart.And he's ready to win her back . . .What readers are saying:'The perfect Christmas book . . .A truly great Xmas novel and, dare I say, something I will probably re-read every Christmas from now on. Five million stars!''Such a delightful Xmas story! There was laughter, love, heartache, and tears''Perfection. Absolutely loved this book! Highly recommend this if you like a s

Set in an era of superstition and hysteria, and inspired by the true events of a doomed summer, The Dance Tree is a story of family secrets, forbidden love, and women pushed to the edge. The gripping, historical novel from Kiran Millwood Hargrave, as seen on BBC Two's Between the Covers. ‘Brilliant’ – Marian Keyes‘I absolutely loved this book’ – Elodie Harper, author of The Wolf Den Strasbourg, 1518.In the midst of a blisteringly hot summer, a lone woman begins to dance in the city square. She dances for days without pause, and as she is joined by hundreds of others, the authorities declare an emergency: musicians will be brought in to play the Devil out of these women. Beyond the city, pregnant Lisbet tends the bees that are her livelihood.And then, as the dancing plague gathers momentum, Lisbet’s sister-in-law Nethe returns from seven years’ penance in the mountains for a crime no one will name. As the city buckles under the beat of a thousand feet, Lisbet finds herself thrust into a

One of the best things you can do for yourself is imagine a world where you can reach your full potential. The more you picture that, the easier it becomes to make that dream happen. The Marcus Rashford You Are a Champion Action Planner is an interactive guide that will show you how to become a champion in anything you put your mind to!Marcus has inspired millions of children around the world in his empowering and bestselling guide for life, You Are a Champion - now, he's created a fun and engaging action planner packed with positive activities, brilliant advice and inspiring challenges that will help you reach your full potential.Marcus has once again teamed up with performance psychologist Katie Warriner and journalist Carl Anka, his collaborators on the award-winning book You Are a Champion, to help you achieve your dreams. Praise for the number one bestselling You Are a Champion, from parents on social media:'Perfect way to get your kids reading - get them a book by their hero!''My

由自然學家與電視節目主持人 Hamza Yassin 撰寫，《Hamza's Wild World》帶領孩子踏上一場動物王國的奇妙旅程。書中收錄上百個既有趣又出人意料的動物知識：老鷹能看見老鼠的尿跡、海豚媽媽會唱搖籃曲、袋熊的糞便竟然是立方體。透過黑白插圖、照片與資訊圖表，內容生動有趣，讓知識變得更容易吸收。全書排版特別依據閱讀障礙友善設計，適合所有孩子閱讀。這本書兼具趣味與啟發性，讓讀者邊笑邊學，認識大自然的奇妙。Everything you need to know about animals from naturalist and TV presenter Hamza Yassin.Go on a wild adventure into the animal kingdom with naturalist, wildlife cameraman and winner of Strictly Come Dancing, Hamza Yassin.Hamza's Wild World brings you everything you will ever need to know about the animal kingdom in this fun, fascinating guide packed with hundreds of funny, smelly, awesome, scary, revolting, weird, cute, clever and AMAZING facts! With black-and-white line illustrations, black-and-white photos and infographics throughout.Did you know that kestrels can see mouse wee tracks on the ground, that dolphin mums sing lullabies or that wombats have cube-shaped poo?Do you want to imagine what it’s like to meet a cheetah, get close to a polar bear or go to sleep with an otter

本書將經典的《Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland》與聖誕故事巧妙融合，重新演繹出一個奇幻的平安夜。這回掉進兔子洞的不是 Alice，而是聖誕老人和他的馴鹿們！他們在仙境裡遇見柴郡貓、瘋帽客，甚至參加一場熱鬧又離奇的聖誕茶會。然而紅心皇后憎恨聖誕，因為她童年時曾錯過禮物。當聖誕老人終於收到那封延遲多年的信，他決心親自送上遲來的禮物。故事以輕快的節奏結合幽默插圖，既奇幻又充滿節慶氣氛，也傳遞「聖誕的真意在於善良」的訊息。In Wonderland nothing is ever as it seems, especially one Christmas Eve when Santa and his reindeer arrive with a special delivery! Now on screen as an animated musical!Carys Bexington and Kate Hindley's The Night Before Christmas in Wonderland is 'Twas the night before Christmas with a wonderful twist – now an animated musical on SkyCinema and NOWTV featuring Emilia Clarke, Gerard Butler and Simone Ashley!Lewis Carroll's classic Wonderland returns but this time instead of Alice, it's Santa's turn for an adventure down the rabbit hole. Join the Cheshire-Cat, the Mad Hatter, and the reindeer for a tea party with lots of festive fun!The Queen of Hearts hates Christmas – she's banned tinsel, mince pies and even good cheer – because when she was a little princess, the

The beautifully illustrated story of Bert - a little bird with a big heart who is looking for love. From the picture-book superstar pairing of Julia Donaldson and Catherine Rayner.The Bowerbird is the irresistible tale of Bert – a small bird with a very big heart, from Number One bestselling Julia Donaldson and Catherine Rayner, winner of the Kate Greenaway Medal for Illustration.Bert the bowerbird has made the most perfect bower nest, complete with a pretty purple flower, and is hoping it will help him to meet the bird of his dreams. But will all his efforts to create a beautiful display be enough to win over Nanette?A stunningly illustrated book with a wonderful rhyming tale for little ones, from the creators of The Go-Away Bird.

A brilliantly black and funny novel from the highly acclaimed author of Underworld.

《荒野的呼喚》作者蓋瑞．波森這次帶來一段輕鬆又爆笑的家庭故事。12歲的卡爾受夠了爸爸的極簡生活——翻垃圾找食物、穿二手衣，日子一團亂。他決定用一份「訓練小狗手冊」來改造爸爸，沒想到計畫意外連連。這本小說用幽默筆觸，描寫親子間的拉鋸與成長，溫暖又好笑。What do you do when your dad is eco-MAD? A laugh-out-loud eco-adventure from award-winning author Gary Paulsen.From Gary Paulsen, the award-winning author of Hatchet, comes a laugh-out-loud eco-adventure about a boy, his free-thinking dad and the puppy-training pamphlet that turns their summer upside down.Twelve-year-old Carl is fed up with his dad; he may be brilliant, but bin-diving for food, scouring through rubbish for 'salvageable' junk and wearing clothes fully sourced from garage sales is getting old. Increasingly worried by what his schoolmates will think – and encouraged by his riotous best friend – Carl decides to use a puppy-training pamphlet to 'retrain' his dad’s mindset . . . a crackpot experiment that produces some hilarious results!How To Train Your Dad is a fierce and funny novel about family, friendship and green-living from middle-grade master

Preschoolers will love learning to tell the time in My First Clock Book from Campbell Books. With a mounted clock face and real clicking clock hands, this book is perfect for hands-on learning. Little ones will have fun reading the relatable rhyming story about Tommy, who goes about his day from breakfast to bedtime.On every page, children can change the time on the mounted clock face to match the story. With extra time-telling practice at the end of the book, preschoolers will learn about the passing of time, discover new vocabulary and develop their numeracy skills! Vibrant illustrations by Yujin Shin bring the book to life, with plenty to spot and talk about in the pictures. Children can have more learning fun in My First Body Book!

害羞的人魚 Atalanta Scrimshaw 住在寧靜的 Sleepy Cove，平常喜歡收集漂流瓶裡的訊息、騎著海馬四處走走，偶爾到海灘「散步」和朋友見面。她把生活中的大小事情都寫進日記，原本悠閒自在的日子，卻因一項開發計畫突然改變。開發商 Bristle & Splinter 打算將 Sleepy Cove 改造成豪華海濱高爾夫度假村，Atalanta 發現自己的家園可能因此遭到破壞，決定找來新舊朋友一起想辦法阻止計畫。Chris Riddell 以日記形式展開這場海底冒險，全書穿插豐富黑白插畫，幽默又充滿細節，適合 7–9 歲讀者。● 暢銷得獎創作者 Chris Riddell 自寫自繪，全書有豐富的黑白插畫● 以人魚日記記錄海底生活與守護家園的行動，奇幻冒險中融入友情與環境主題● The Guardian 稱讚故事幽默、插畫精彩且充滿魅力；適合喜愛 The Little Mermaid 與 Ottoline 的 7–9 歲讀者Bestselling award-winner Chris Riddell creates a lively cast of characters led by mermaid Atalanta Scrimshaw, who records the adventures of her friends in her diary. Perfect for readers of 7–9 who love Ottoline and The Little Mermaid.Dive into a mermaid's diary and discover all the underwater secrets in this fantasy adventure from award-winner Chris Riddell. A fabulous holiday read, fully illustrated in black and white throughout and perfect for 7 to 9-year-old fans of The Little Mermaid and Ottoline.“Humorous and fabulously illustrated, this 7+ diary adventure is

專為六個月以上寶寶設計的互動遊戲書！本書結合滑動機關、翻翻頁與鏡子，讓寶寶在翻閱時動動小手，透過拉、轉、翻等動作探索書頁中的驚喜。厚實的拉片與堅固的翻頁機關，適合正在練習手指抓握的寶寶，有助於發展拇指與食指配合的精細動作。書中搭配 Jo Lodge 繪製的鮮明插畫與高對比圖案，幫助寶寶集中視線。最後還藏著一面小鏡子，不僅能玩躲貓貓，也鼓勵寶寶觀察自己的模樣。豐富的互動設計，讓寶寶在遊戲中練習動作、探索視覺變化。● 適合六個月以上寶寶，結合滑動、拉轉與翻翻機關 ● 厚實拉片與堅固翻頁，鼓勵抓握練習及手指精細動作發展 ● 高對比插畫搭配驚喜鏡子，增加視覺探索與自我辨識的機會A first playbook for babies 6 months +, with sliders, flaps and a mirror!My Brilliant Playbook is an interactive activity book for babies 6 months plus, perfect to stimulate busy little hands and minds!Babies will love to tug and twist the chunky tabs and lift the sturdy flaps, designed to encourage development of their pincer gripThe surprise mirror ending is perfect not only for babies to play peekaboo but also to boost their self-recognition skillsWith bright, stimulating, high contrast patterns and illustrations by Jo Lodge to help babies focusAn ideal gift book for active older babies!Discover more books in the Baby Plays series with My First Tummy Time Book and My Cosy Cloth Book.