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When stardom calls, can love survive?Everyone wants a piece of the Drew Schafer, the talented and troubled lead singer of up-and-coming band The Kerbs. Only his girlfriend Ruby knows the real Drew – the gentle, vulnerable boy beneath the stardust. But no one else even knows that Ruby exists...Told over three music festivals, this searing new novel from bestselling prize winner Sara Barnard charts the highs and heartbreaks of what it means for a dream to come true.

恐龍Rex這次潛入博物館當臥底保全，偵查怪異事件！除了神祕破壞者，他還遇上一位木乃伊室友？！這場最狂的博物館過夜派對，會不會變成災難一場？Rex investigates funny goings-on in the city museum in his latest adventure. The third book in the side-splitting series for 7+ readers, from a Lollies Prize winning author-illustrator.Rex can't wait for his first trip to the city museum. But, hold on, are those ... bones? Dinosaur bones?! It turns out that museums can be scary places. And now, someone or something has been causing havoc around the place and it's up to Rex, Sandra and the gang to find out who.Can Rex successfully go undercover as the new security guard? How can he help his newest unexpected friend, an Ancient Egyptian mummy? And most importantly, can he pull off the greatest museum sleepover in the history of sleepovers?Highly illustrated throughout and laugh-out loud hilarious, this is perfect for fans of The Bolds, Dogman and Bunny vs Monkey.

A beloved classic adult novel skilfully abridged to inspire and engage a new generation of middle-grade readers, from a Carnegie Medal-winning author."It is a truth universally acknowledged that a single man in possession of a good fortune must be in want of a wife."When two wealthy young men move to the neighbourhood, Mrs Bennet – mother to five unmarried daughters – is thrilled. Surely it is only a matter of time before one of her girls is snapped up! But the course of love does not always run smooth. While Jane and Mr Bingley seem destined for one another, there are those who would wish it otherwise; while Elizabeth and Mr Darcy do not seem destined for one another, somehow their paths must always cross... Then there are Lydia and Kitty, the silliest and vainest of the Bennet sisters, keen to attract the wickedly attractive Mr Wickham and his military comrades. Love is in the air – but where will it all end?

Meet Rabbit, the international sensation, on a new book adventure! Now available in board book.Are you in a superhero mood? Hold on tight as fun-loving Rabbit puts the Yippee! into a day of indoor and outdoor play. From kite-flying to swinging high in the sky and zooming downhill, Rabbit makes sure every single moment is full of adventure.Rabbit celebrates the magic of everyday life and has been spotted everywhere from the Centre Pompidou in Paris to the Institute of Contemporary Art in Boston. Rabbit can also be found on ceramics, textiles, prints and nursery decorations that are favourites in homes all around the world.

Meet Rabbit, the international sensation, on a new book adventure! Now available in board book.What goes up must come down! Hold your breath as the adventurous but accident-prone Rabbit discovers the Uh-oh! in see-sawing, swimming, skiing and speeding down slides! There's fun to be had in both the highs and the lows in Rabbit's carefree world.Rabbit celebrates the magic of everyday life and has been spotted everywhere from the Centre Pompidou in Paris to the Institute of Contemporary Art in Boston. Rabbit can also be found on ceramics, textiles, prints and nursery decorations that are favourites in homes all around the world.

A warm and reassuring story of friendship, confidence and finding your voice.In the heart of the forest, everyone is getting ready for the Big Show. Bob is desperate to join in, but every time he tries to sing in front of anyone he gets so nervous that his trunk gets tangled and all he can do is squeak. Bob's friend Paloma shares her special secret to beat stage fright and helps him overcome his fears, but the moment he steps into the spotlight, it all goes wrong. Can Bob remember the secret and save the show?

本書橫跨四百年歷史，娓娓道出安妮‧法蘭克之家那令人震撼的真實故事，由插畫家布麗塔‧特肯特魯普精美繪製。阿姆斯特丹運河旁，一棟高高窄窄的老屋，曾庇護無數住戶——貧困家庭、富裕夫婦，甚至是躲避迫害的人們。其中一位女孩，曾在密室中寫下關於「運河老屋」的日記。她就是安妮‧法蘭克。這本圖文並茂的繪本，不僅是對歷史的溫柔回望，更讓世人重新認識這棟見證勇氣與希望的歷史建築。Charting 400 years of history, this is the astonishing true story of the Anne Frank House, beautifully illustrated by Britta Teckentrup.In the middle of Amsterdam, stands a tall, narrow house on a canal. Over the course of four centuries the house has been a home to many – from poor families to wealthy couples, and those hiding from persecution. Like the family of a young Jewish girl who sought refuge in the annexe and wrote in her diary of the “old house on the canal”. The girl’s name was Anne Frank, and her diary became world famous.

Discover history as you've never seen it before – and all the stuff you never knew happened at the same time!Did you know the woolly mammoths were still around when the Egyptians built their pyramids? Or that Leonardo Da Vinci lived at the same time as Henry VIII and the Aztecs? Welcome to The History of Everywhere, a fascinating guide to all the stuff you never knew happened at the same time! In lively maps, see the whole world of history: from ancient times to the modern day, watch civilizations rise and fall, spot fascinating connections and coincidences, and discover the people and events you never learnt about in school. Prepare for a fascinating journey around the world that will change the way you see history!

對不起該怎麼說？不是每個人都知道怎麼道歉，幸好這本書來幫忙！從踩到樹懶腳的蝸牛，到刺破氣球的豪豬，《How to Apologize》用溫柔幽默的故事情境教孩子學會認錯與修復關係。插畫生動可愛，語句淺白明快，是一本適合孩子第一次學習「道歉」的生活指南，也適合大人和孩子一起討論「說對不起」的勇氣與方式。From the Theodor Seuss Geisel Award–winning creators of See the Cat: Three Stories About a Dog comes a funny and handy guide that explains just how (and how not!) to say “I’m sorry.”Wouldn’t the world be a better place if everyone knew how to apologize? Luckily, this humorous guidebook is full of practical tips about when, why, and how to say you’re sorry. From a porcupine who accidentally popped his friend’s balloon to a snail who was running so fast he stepped on a sloth’s toes, hilarious examples and sweet illustrations abound. For both listeners who are just learning and older readers who need a refresher, this book will come as a welcome reminder that even though apologizing can be hard, it doesn’t have to be complicated.

The second sparkling adventure in the magical-unicorn series, perfect for fans of Isadora Moon.There is only one thing better than a birthday party: a birthday party in Unicornia! Here the cakes are enchanted, the sweets change flavour and the theme parks are covered in glitter. But Pippa's birthday has started on the wrong foot and her friends must think quickly to turn disaster into great fun! Luckily for them, they live in the most magical place EVER!

Have you ever noticed that penguins are always going on epic journeys? Waddle waddle! Waddle waddle!The penguin family are off on an adventure! Travelling by bus, train and even by cable car, the persistent pals keep on going, through rain or shine, sleet or snow. Finally, they soar through the wispy clouds and – yes, there it is! – their long-awaited destination is ahead, atop a frosty, snow-capped mountain…A playful, happy read-aloud, which features a jolly family of big and little penguins, and all the noisy modes of transport that little ones love.

Fly to space in Maisy's rocket in this exciting shaped board book.Three, two, one – blast off! Maisy is going to space in her rocket! Join Maisy as she puts on her space suit, delivers food to the astronauts and carries out essential repairs in this latest addition to the ever-popular Maisy shaped board book series.

Discover how kindness makes Maisy's world go round! Now available in paperback!Join Maisy and her friends as they explore all sorts of wonderful ways to be kind, such as sharing, caring, giving, helping the planet and more! This beautiful, bright and joyful celebration of kindness will be an inspiring addition to the bookshelves of little ones and their parents, carers and teachers.

A powerful and uplifting tale about freeing the imagination from master storyteller David Almond.She made her marks.She whispered her words.Then she said,“Go on. Be happy. Up you go."When Nanty Solo comes to town, she says she can turn children into birds. The parents are sceptical, but the children want to fly. And before very long, everyone does. A celebratory, lyrical story that will make your heart and imagination soar. Written by internationally acclaimed author David Almond and brought to life in glorious uplifting paintings by award-winning illustrator Laura Carlin.

From the creators of Rain Before Rainbows comes a beautiful book that lights a path for all those who dare to dream of peace."A story of peace that we should all be singing. Wondrous." Michael MorpurgoA happy band of friends journey together, but dark clouds threaten their friendship and they lose their way in a story that starts in the safety of the happy and familiar, then goes on to explore the difficulty of discord and hurt; what it means to lose and find peace again; the bravery it takes to be a peace-maker; and the jubilance that peace ushers in. From smiles to small gestures, to natural beauty, we discover that while peace isn’t always easy to find, it makes love and friendship whole.

The bestselling, New York Times Top 10 Best Illustrated title, Yummy, now available in stunning new picture book editions."Someone's been eating my porridge," said Daddy Bear."Who's that tripping over my bridge?" roared the troll.“Who will help me cut the wheat?” asked the little red hen.Multi-award-winning author Lucy Cousins retells three of her favourite fairy tales in spare, bold language and brilliant, vibrant pictures.Goldilocks and the Three Bears, The Three Billy Goats Gruff and The Little Red Hen are treated to Lucy Cousins’ striking artwork and dynamic storytelling in this new edition of a well-loved title.Look out for Little Red Riding Hood and Other Stories!

The very best fart book you will EVER read and the only fart book you will EVER need. This is a truly joyful, colourful, laugh-out-loud celebration of all farts (NO FART LEFT BEHIND!), in every smelly shape and size and you're not going to want to miss it!Have you ever been to a FART ZOO? Well, roll up, roll up, because you are in for one very special, super STINKY treat. Have a look around the enclosures, there's lot to see. We've got sneaky farts, cheeky farts, ones that make you laugh; flying farts, lying farts, farts in the bath; squeaky farts, freaky farts, dancing in a tree; squashed farts, posh farts ... drinking cups of tea! But – oh no! – it looks like one little fart has escaped? Where can it be? Doesn't it know? Escaping farts will always get caught.

The much-anticipated new picture book from the bestselling and award-winning creators of A Child of Books.Dictionary wishes she could tell a story just like the other books. So one day she decides to bring her words to life. How exciting it is, she thinks, that an adventure is finally happening on her very own pages! But what will she do when everything gets out of control, all in a jumble, and her characters collide causing the most enormous tantrum to explode. This isn’t what she wanted at all! How on earth will she find sense in all this chaos? Her friend Alphabet knows exactly what to do and sings a song that brings calm and order to Dictionary’s pages once again.

Step into the The Repair Shop in this uplifting tale about two brothers and their treasured bicycle. A happy and heart-warming tale based on a real story, featured on best-loved TV show The Repair Shop. Brothers Matthew and Ben were blown away when a kid from the other side of the village turned up one day on a brand-new Chopper bike! It was all the brothers could talk about and they dreamed of having their very own bike, but they knew their family would never be able to afford it.Unbeknownst to Matthew and Ben, their parents both got secret jobs so that they could make their boys’ dream come true.

First in a series of magical unicorn adventures for fans of Isadora Moon.Welcome to Unicornia: the most wonderful place in the world, full of unicorns, glitter and magic. Join Claudia on her first day at the School of Advanced Magic, where she'll be taking potion lessons and a unicorn flying test.

A book-shaped hug that we all need on a day when everything just feels BLAH.Pavlo does not feel like going to the park. Not today.He does not want to go swimming.He even says no to the cinema.What's going on, Pavlo?Pavlo's got the grumps.This comforting picture book takes a look at bad days and big emotions, and reminds us that we all have grumpy days sometimes but no feeling lasts forever.Natalia Shaloshvili's expressive illustrations are sad and funny at the same time, reassuring little ones that we are loved by our family and friends even when we're not our happiest selves.Pavlo guides young children on their emotional learning journey and shows how joy is always just around the corner.

Dive into the magical world of the night sea in this stunning lift-the-flap picture book.From award-winning illustrator Thea Lu comes a uniquely stunning journey through the night sea. Swooping manta rays, vibrant coral reefs and sleeping whales are just a few of the wonders waiting to be discovered in this eye-catching and atmospheric picture book. Lift the flaps to uncover the secrets of the night sea and fascinating facts about the creatures that live there. What will you discover?

Full of funny mix-ups and comic misunderstandings, as well as genuine warmth and affection, these four stories are the start of an irresistibly charming new chapter book series from award-winning creator Jarvis."These wittily illustrated stories of mishaps, hurt feelings, fondness and friendship have a transporting quality, ideal for 5+." GuardianBear and Bird are best friends! And while they don’t always understand each other, they both agree: all they want is to make the other happy. So, when Bear forgets to pack for a picnic (but pretends that he didn’t), Bird doesn’t let on that she knew all along. And when Bird discovers that Bear has more of a certain talent than she does, well, Bear finds a touching way to make her feel better...

★首創「情緒魔法系統」，將心理學與奇幻完美結合，讀者在冒險之餘，也能學習如何與自己的情感共處。★暢銷作家 Jennifer Bell 展現大師級筆力，情節緊湊無冷場，每一章都像好萊塢大片般震撼。★隨書附有精美插圖，詳細描繪各種 Magicores 生物的屬性與樣貌，滿足所有熱愛收集、養成類讀者的想像。★獲《衛報》（The Guardian）點名為年度必讀！知名作家 Elle McNicoll 驚嘆：「這是我近年來讀過最充滿活力的故事！」「想像過嗎？你的憤怒可以化為烈火噴發，你的恐懼能變成隱形的屏障。」這不是一本普通的冒險小說，這是一場跨越全球、以「情緒」為動力的奇幻競速！當倫敦的夜空被神祕生物劃破，12 歲的碧希（Bitsy）與柯許（Kosh）發現，這個世界遠比他們想像的更瘋狂、更危險。碧希（Bitsy）的父親在光天化日之下被綁架了，唯一的線索是一本閃爍著微光的古老手冊《Magicalia》。為了拯救家人，碧希與柯許必須學會傳說中的「喚靈術」。他們發現，只要透過正確的媒介，人類的情緒可以召喚出強大的奇核生物（Magicores）。從倫敦的隱密巷弄到印度的繁華街道，再到巴黎的古老地標，他們必須參加一場橫跨各國、生死攸關的「奇蹟競賽」（Race of Wonders）。但在這場競賽背後，隱藏著一個足以改變世界的遠古陰謀。究竟誰才是朋友？誰又是披著人皮的怪物？你準備好成為下一位喚靈師了嗎？現在就翻開《Magicalia》，釋放你心中的奇蹟！"Up there with Skandar and Impossible Creatures. An absolute triumph!" Mel Taylor-BessentFrom the internationally bestselling author of Wonderscape and The Uncommoners, comes a spectacular new fantasy series for 9+ set in a world of magical creatures, ancient meteorites and secret organizations, irresistible to fans of Pokémon, Skandar and the Unicorn Thief and Fantastic

I thank the moon for the night time. I thank the sun for the day. I thank my boots for knowing the way…There is so much to be thankful for! In this happy and hopeful picture book for the very young, we see the world through a child’s eyes as he thanks all of the things that give him joy – the sun, his bicycle, the jelly in his bowl, and so much more.Jarvis creates beautiful collage art in this first book of gratitude; a book that inspires children to think about what they might like to say "thank you" to, too!

Discover the stories of 20 sportspeople who are pushing the limits of their game and helping to make our world a better place. Discover 20 incredible true stories of sporting legends. Incredible facts about each sportsperson’s life and times are accompanied by bright and accessible illustrations, making this book ideal for young children wanting to learn about amazing athletes who through their achievements and action on and off the pitch have changed the world for the better.Positive, uplifting and packed full of information, this book will show children that no one is too small to make a difference. Sportspeople featured: Muhammad Ali; Emma Raducanu; Tegla Loroupe; LeBron James; Maria Toorpakai; Ludwig Guttmann; Cathy Freeman; Tom Daley; Palwankar Baloo; Billy Monger; Morné du Plessis; Sky Brown; Mel Young; Ibtihaj Muhammad; Ellen MacArthur; Simone Biles; Husnah Kukundakwe; Saeid Mollaei; Megan Rapinoe; Marcus Rashford. “Uplifting." The Times

From legendary author and illustrator duo Sam McBratney and Anita Jeram comes the delightful sequel to the heartwarming picture book classicGuess How Much I Love You.Little Nutbrown Hare is out exploring on his own. Off he hops along the path and through the grass until he reaches Cloudy Mountain, where something extraordinary happens: he discovers a new friend! Now the fun can really begin.Twenty-five years after we met the Nutbrown Hares, this enchanting new tale about friendship is bound to capture the hearts ofGuess How Much I Love Youfans—and everyone else—the world over.

An unconventional and heart-warming look at the joys, challenges and adventures of pet ownership.Follow our determined young heroine as she sets out to be a cat - because when you're a cat, you have all the time in the world to do what you want and you answer to no one! You must be ready to pounce at anything, or anyone, you can see in the dark, and you can come and go as you please – no questions asked. There's only one reason this young cat-owner may not be totally convinced by feline life...From the inimitable and best-selling author-illustrator of Penguin Peril comes a zany new picture book full of mischief, cheeky humour and stylish verve!

From Chris Haughton comes a funny, suspenseful celebration of mothers set against an atmospheric Antarctic backdrop. Mummy Penguin is off to find a fishy dinner for her family. She has to swim very fast, climb a slippery cliff – cu-crunch, cu-crunch, cu-crunch – and even tiptoe past some sleeping seals… Shh! All the while, Little Penguin looks on in awe and says: “Well done, Mummy Penguin!”The icy – and treacherous! – Antarctic landscapes are breathtaking in this funny and exciting celebration of all that mothers do, and all that mothers are.

Join fabulous vampire Vlad as he learns to embrace his pink cheeks and and find his confidence!Vlad’s passion is fashion. And just like every other vampire, Vlad dresses head to toe in the colour black. But unlike other vampires, Vlad has bright pink cheeks: cheeks that make him look, and feel, so different. Vlad tries to hide behind his clothes and his cape but, as it turns out, being yourself – truly yourself – is the most fabulous way to be.An uplifting and charming celebration of our differences set in the same monster universe as the New York Times #1 bestseller, Gustavo, the Shy Ghost and Leila, the Perfect Witch.

Discover how kindness makes Maisy's world go round!Join Maisy and her friends as they explore all sorts of wonderful ways to be kind, such as sharing, caring, giving, helping the planet and more! This beautiful, bright and joyful celebration of kindness will be an inspiring addition to the bookshelves of little ones and their parents, carers and teachers.

‘A story of peace that we should all be singing. Wondrous.’ Michael Morpurgo"Luminous... beautiful... moving" The GuardianFrom the creators of Rain Before Rainbows comes a beautiful book that lights a path for all those who dare to dream of peace.A happy band of friends journey together, but dark clouds threaten their friendship and they lose their way in a story that starts in the safety of the happy and familiar, then goes on to explore the difficulty of discord and hurt; what it means to lose and find peace again; the bravery it takes to be a peace-maker; and the jubilance that peace ushers in. From smiles to small gestures, to natural beauty, we discover that while peace isn’t always easy to find, it makes love and friendship whole.

A stylishly illustrated non-fiction book about the search for life on Mars, told from the unique perspective of NASA's Mars rover, Curiosity. Discover the incredible story of the search for life on Mars, told from the unique perspective of Curiosity, the Mars Rover sent to explore the red planet. Markus Motum's stylish illustrations and diagrams reveal how a robot travelled 350,000,000 miles to explore a planet where no human has ever been.Shortlisted for the Klaus Flugge Prize and the Royal Society Young People's Book Prize, 2018.

Get ready to meet a brand-new hero in this action-packed bestselling tale. When the Princess in Black and her friends meet Prince Valerian, a knight in shining armour, he seems like any other prince in the kingdom. But Prince Valerian is secretly the Prince in Pink, a hero whose special skill is saving parties and celebrations! Can the masked heroes take on a new gang of monsters and save the day in time for cake? An ode to friendship and awesome superhero identities, this newest instalment in the bestselling series takes fans back to the best-loved fairytale world.

Loki's third doodle-packed diary in the number one best-selling series. When Heimdall and Hyrrokkin abandon their "children" to go on holiday, Odin sends Baldur - Thor's half brother and god of making Loki look bad - to babysit. As Baldur and Thor bond, Loki's attempts to prove he's good start getting a bit desperate.After the drama teacher casts him as the villain in the school play, Loki starts to wonder whether there's any point in being good when everyone seems convinced of his villainy. That is until he discovers a rather unusual ring among the costumes and props. A ring that looks suspiciously like the cursed ring of Andvari, one that promises Loki the world if only he gives in to his deepest, darkest desires...

Before there were dragons, there were dinosaurs...Imagine a world in which the dinosaurs weren't killed by a meteor hitting the earth. A world in which dinosaurs have learned to speak. To dream. To wage war.Eleri is an oryctodromeus, a small dinosaur raised in an underground warren. He dreams of becoming his herd’s storyteller but when he saves an enemy soldier from a pterosaur attack, he is exiled to the Deadlands. To survive this scorched desert full of carnivores, he joins a herd of other young exiles, including a peppy stegosaur, a stoic sauropod, an irritable triceratops … and a mysterious spy. Can five young misfits save their warring kingdoms?Includes bonus content: a map and extra dinosaur facts.Perfect for fans of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief, How to Train Your Dragon and Percy Jackson.

A magical story about finding your identity from one of the most acclaimed storytellers of his generation, richly illustrated in full colour by an internationally renowned artist.My mother says that all things can be turned to tales. I thought she meant tales like fish tails, but I was wrong. She meant tales like this, tales that are stories. But this tale of mine is very like a fish tail too...Annie has never been like the other girls. Her mam tried sending her to school when she was small, but Annie couldn’t seem to make words or numbers stick. She prefers instead to be swimming in the sea, or sunbathing on the shore at Stupor Beach, her head full of tales. She should have been a fish, her mam always tells her, and Annie knows the truth of it. Then a stranger who comes to town is struck by the beauty and the wonder of her, and Annie Lumsden realizes that perhaps she really is half a creature from the sea.

Meet Molly the hare, Olive the owl and Dexter the fox, stars of a delightful new series for toddlers from Kate Greenaway Medal-winning artist Catherine Rayner. Molly the hare loves hide-and-seek. "You two hide," she tells Olive the owl and Dexter the fox, and then she begins to count: "5, 4, 3, 2, 1 - ready or not here I come." But when she opens her eyes, Molly finds the pair straight away! Soon Molly announces Olive and Dexter have to hide properly.Now she has the opposite problem: her friends have hidden too well... Wherever can they be? This is the first in Catherine Rayner's adorable new picture-book series - delivering the charm of the 100 Acre Wood in an irresistible package for toddlers. "Catherine Rayner has a marvellous gift for capturing the souls of animals in a few, rich washes of colour." Daily Telegraph

A poetic, spell-binding message from the Earth directed straight to 4+ readers inviting us all to appreciate the natural wonders around us and to take steps to protect them.The Earth itself takes the reader on a glorious tour of the wonders of nature, both little and large. Love, the Earth is an enchanting story that gives readers the perfect chance to see all the facets of the Earth, its mysteries, its generosity and its unparalleled beauty. It is also a powerful call to arms to look after the Earth in turn.Combining charming, rhyming text and spectacular artwork, this book is a magnificent celebration of the Earth."Hopgood, the illustrator of Wow Said the Owl, brings his unique style to Stickley's powerful anthem about the climate crisis." The Bookseller

Adventurous, magical and brilliantly funny next book in the House at the Edge of Magic series.Nine and her friends have cured the house's hiccups and are off to the strange and utterly unpredictable Back of Beyond in search of Professor Dish – Spoon's best friend and partner in all things alchemy.When they find Dish trapped by the greedy witch Ophidia in the basement of a particularly marvellous shop, it soon becomes clear they're going to need something more than Flabberghast's dicey magic and Nine's quick thinking to triumph this time. What they really need is a rather clever witch – one particularly good at curses...A new instalment in the brilliantly funny, magical and commercial series for readers age 8+.