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This activity book bursts with creative ideas. Using the same innovative format pioneered in the hugely successful Big Book for Little Hands, The Big Book of Shapes is crammed full of things for youn

From the bestselling author of Beautiful Broken Things, Sara Barnard's A Quiet Kind of Thunder is stunning love story about the times when a whisper means more than a shout. Now with a bold cover look

Eleven-year-old Dorothy Moore and her younger sister, Sam, must move into their eccentric grandmother's funeral home, and it is tough dealing with G-Ma Sally and a new middle school but things get eas

Nervous little Sofia embarks on a first day of school before making the discovery that there are so many fun things to do and new friends to play with that she has nothing to worry about, in a story t

You who so plod amid serious things that you feel it shame to give yourself up even for a few short moments to mirth and joyousness in the land of Fancy; you who think that life hath nought to do with

An engaging book to help young children develop a positive mindsetPoor Toby hasn't been feeling very happy recently; things just aren't going his way. But on a trip to a sunny beach, he comes across Miss Molly's School of Happiness - the perfect place to learn how to deal with the ups and downs of life. Follow Toby as he tests out a 'recipe for happiness' - which includes running around outside, having fun, showing kindness and building good friendships. He also discovers the importance of OTHER emotions when happiness isn't an option. A gentle, enlightening book to share with curious children, featuring a cast of friendly animal characters.

A bumper sticker book packed full of all kinds of animals in all kinds of habitats.This informative book will keep children entertained for hours and is a perfect gift for any animal lover. From pets playing at home to monkeys swinging through the rainforest, it's an around-the-world trip, with a zoo and a farm to explore too. There are over 450 stickers to bring the beautifully illustrated scenes to life and things to spot and talk about on every page.

Return to the world of Disney Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas in this long-awaited sequel to the #1 New York Times bestseller Long Live the Pumpkin Queen!Sally must embark on a time-bending adventure to save Halloween Town--and her beloved Jack Skellington.One year has passed since Sally wed her beloved Jack Skellington and stepped into her role as queen of Halloween Town. Even with her Jack at her side, though, being a ruler isn’t easy, and Sally feels uncertain of her future. Her seams are stretched thin with her royal duties, her newfound family in Dream Town, and a desire to bring citizens from across the Hinterlands together. Then a simple potion demonstration at Sally’s inaugural Halloween exhibition goes horribly wrong, and things unravel fast: Sally and her new rag doll apprentice, Luna, fall through a mysterious portal, landing in a new realm called Time Town. They discover that someone has tampered with the clock that controls Halloween Town, and Sally cannot retu

From bestselling author Shannon Hale comes a hilarious, deliciously readable YA novel that will suck you in―literally.Josie Pie was born to be a star. So she dropped out of high school to pursue her Broadway dreams, but after months of failed auditions, she finds herself broke, beaten-down, and nannying in Missoula, Montana. Lonely and directionless, Josie checks out the local bookstore, looking for the ultimate escape.And escape she does. Literally. She falls into the plots of her books, including a bodice ripper, a dystopian thriller, a YA romance, and more, all filled with swoony costars who just make her yearn to repair things with the boyfriend she left behind in NYC.As her reality begins to unravel, what starts as a welcome break from her lackluster life soon begins to feel like a stifling nightmare―but is it too late for Josie to get back to the real world?

__________________________________''A remarkable novel, elegant, wise, and beautifully constructed.'' Roddy DoyleTommy Mays, Titan Records'' biggest act, is verging on a mid-life crisis; learning the hard way that a life of fame and fortune comes at a price. But things are looking up for his support band, The Burn, which could be a career-changer for Theo, Titan''s young A&R executive. Meanwhile, secretary Cynthia has her eyes on Titan''s latest rising star, singer-songwriter Lenore Lamont. But with a billboard in Times Square, is Lenore starting to feel the pressure?Set in the sleek offices, high-tech recording studios and hip downtown clubs of New York, The Words of Every Song depicts the realities of making it in an industry where glamour and fame can often conceal the harsh realities for those hoping to hit the big-time.

聖誕節快到了，玩具工廠裡的精靈霍莉和托格忙著製作禮物，可聖誕老人卻突然生病了。為了趕工，他們發明了一個聖誕機器人，沒想到卻引發更多麻煩，甚至連聖誕老人都被綁架！一場拯救聖誕節的大冒險即將展開，充滿幽默與驚喜的節日故事，適合全家共讀。Discover the joy of gift giving and meet Santa himself in the perfect stocking filler from the million-copy selling actor, author and comedian, Ben Miller. It's business as usual in the run up to Christmas at Santa's Workshop - and toy elves Holly and Tog are busy making gifts for children all around the world. But Father Christmas isn't feeling well, and Holly is worried that things won't be finished on time.Inventing a robot to help out with festive duties seems like a fantastic idea, until Father Christmas is KIDNAPPED and a race against time to save him and the big day begins. Create the perfect festive bookshelf for all the family with Chief Elf, Ben Miller: Meet Santa himself in The Night I Met Father Christmas, a brand-new picture book for 3+ readers, illustrated by Elisa Paganelli. Join the toy workshop as a Christmas Elf in all three pocket-sized stocking fillers

睜眼就看見鬼魂，同時身為校園裡少數非裔學生，Jake的生活簡直是場噩夢，直到帥氣的Allister出現。眼看Jake的生活終於要添上一點浪漫色彩，一切卻急轉直下…作者以靈異驚悚為主題，連帶揭露了生活周遭對種族與性向的幽微歧視：摸不著的惡意同樣令人膽寒。Sixteen-year-old Jake Livingston sees dead people everywhere. But he can't decide what's worse: being a medium forced to watch the dead play out their last moments on a loop or being at the mercy of racist teachers as one of the few Black students at St. Clair Prep. Both are a living nightmare he wishes he could wake up from. But things at St. Clair start looking up with the arrival of another Black student—the handsome Allister—and for the first time, romance is on the horizon for Jake. Unfortunately, life as a medium is getting worse. Though most ghosts are harmless and Jake is always happy to help them move on to the next place, Sawyer Doon wants much more from Jake. In life, Sawyer was a troubled teen who shot and killed six kids at a local high school before taking his own life. Now he's a powerful, vengeful ghost and he has plans for Jake. Suddenly, e

A Hole Lot of Fun is an innovative activity and colouring book for budding artists. This creative book is packed with fun illustrations and things to do. With different sized holes on every page and s

Isambard Kingdom Brunel was a man with a brilliant brain for design, and never tired of building new and exciting things - the deepest tunnel, the longest bridge, the fastest train.

He's back again, the lovable Professor with his five pairs of spectacles, his pockets full of all manner of things, and of course, his wonderfully bizarre inventions. Norman Hunter's irrepressible hum

One stormy summer night, Olive and her best friend, Rose, begin to lose things. It starts with simple items like hair clips and jewellery, but soon it’s clear that Rose has lost something bigger; some

For ten year-old Remi Muldoon, being SMALL is a BIG problem--especially with the kids at school. And when Remi's attempt to become popular upsets the balance of the universe, things get worse. MUCH wo

Do you know what 'park your jam on the frog' means? Fancy some ognib? What rhymes with 'circus'? ...plus many more amazing things you never knew about words. Have hours of fun wixing up your murds wit

With Kanon ready to start hunting down the Blade Children one by one, Ayumu finds himself in the thick of things as the hunter vies for his allegiance... at gunpoint! But even when both Eyes and Rio

Does your child love all things locomotive? Do they get excited by a freight or TGV? Then The Big Noisy Book of Trains is for them. Jam-packed full of facts and brimming with pictures, the world of tr

It all starts, as these things sometimes do, with a dead man. He was a neighbour, not someone Abby knew well, but still, finding a body when you only came over to borrow a tin of tomatoes, that comes

The hilarious second book in the new series from this funny fiction superstar duo.'Will have youngsters giggling and guffawing from first page to last!' Lancashire Evening PostIt's a new year at Little Strangehaven Primary but things are just as weird as last term . . .Who put laser-eyed robot librarians in charge of class discipline? What's with the new pedal-powered desks? And what does it all have to do with the mysterious goings-on in the cellar?Spy-detectives Tuchus and Topps reckon it's got to be something to do with Pamela Stranglebum and her sinister company, Minerva Industries. With the help of their Scottish gargoyle chum Gregor, can Lenny and Agatha uncover the truth before it's too late . . .?

Fayson and her friends are back together and ready for their toughest case yet - someone is sending anonymous emails accusing the detective agency of being a nuisance to the island!But when they discover an abandoned boat with two wet lifejackets on board, they know they have a new mystery to solve.As strange things start happening on the island, with books and video games vanishing and a suspicious figure lurking around at night, Di Island Crew must use all their smarts to uncover the truth.Can they crack the case and save the detective agency, or will they be forced to close down for good?

Welcome all the feelings into your own personal hotel in this delightful, therapeutic activity book!Pop on your hat and fill in your manager’s license. It’s time to explore your very own Grand Hotel of Feelings. This charming activity book is packed with activities to draw, write and colour in, encouraging young readers to engage with all the feelings, good and bad, that check in.• Can you draw the other feelings hiding under Anger’s bed?• Let’s welcome Gratitude into the hotel by writing out all the things we’re thankful for.• Fill in the quiz to find out what kind of empath you are.• Pack your emotional survival suitcase to help you through the tough times.With a light touch, this beautifully illustrated activity book opens up avenues of thought and discussion around emotional management and well-being.

Discover the whimsical magic behind Halloween in this timeless new illustrated fable for the whole family!Who changes the leaves? Summons the autumn winds? Wakes ghosts and spirits to haunt houses and chill the air? Why, Spoops, of course! They hatch from the smallest gourds in your local pumpkin patch at the start of every fall, then tend to your town to ensure everything is just right for Halloween.In this story, young Holly Hollowell loves Halloween more than anything, but her dentist parents are totally against any event that promotes tooth-rotting sweets. While other kids trick-or-treat, Holly watches sadly from her window…until the Spoops arrive to turn things around! With their magical help, Holly can finally show her parents the true spirit of Halloween: not the candy, but the joy of expressing yourself, unleashing your imagination, and letting your spooky side soar!Presented in rhyming verse that recalls Dr. Seuss and “’Twas the Night Before Christmas,” along with nostalgic il

New for 2024, a thrilling, funny and scary gaming adventure, perfect for kids aged 9-12 and fans of Minecraft and GoosebumpsGaming, adventure and an incredible friendship combine in this one-of-a-kind, heart-pounding, spine-tingling adventure that takes place in the space of a single night. Eerie, exciting, funny and deeply moving, THE LAST LIFE OF LORI MILLS is like nothing you’ve ever experienced before.Eleven-year-old Lori is home alone for the first time in her life, and she’s immediately done all the things she’s TOTALLY NOT allowed to do:1. Turned the heating up to the max.2. Built a GIANT blanket fort in the living room.3. Switched on Voxminer, aka the greatest game in the historyof the universe.But quickly, Lori realises something is wrong. She can hear strange whispers coming from the screen – and soon, they’re in the house with her. Could it be Voxminer’s most terrifying legend: Shade Girl?Trapped in her home as the doors and windows start to vanish and her phone goes dead, L

When rookie firefighter Daigo Asahina is assigned to the district with the fewest fires on record, he decides to shake things up with his offbeat methods, and his fellow firefighters quickly wonder if

Full of colouring, doodling, puzzling and much more besides - with a selection of brilliant things to make and do with simple step-by-step instructions to follow - all themed around the British Isles.

As children grow up learning how to play the game called "hide and seek," we as adults tend to replicate this childhood game into our daily walk with God. We hide behind things that we think are prote

It doesn't matter if you win or lose, it's how you play the games. The Sexy Little Book of Sex Games is a hip and helpful little guide that is packed with ideas for spicing things up in the bedroom.

Rosie Rabbit is shy and scared of many things. So when she and her family come across Miss Molly's School of Confidence, Miss Molly welcomes her in. Here Rosie learns how to build her confidence, make friends and even teach Papa Rabbit a thing or two about overcoming your fears.A perfect way to start conversations with children about resilience and confidence issues, with humour, a gentle story, and a cast of lively animal characters.

A picture book with holes in the pages, exploring a little boy's fear of the Dark.When the sun goes down, the Dark stretches out. The Dark can be scary, but it can be other things too - it depends on how you see it... This gorgeous picture book tells the story of a little boy's fear of the Dark. Ingenious holes cut in the illustrations help to explore his feelings. When he goes camping with his dad, he discovers that it's only when it's really Dark that you can see all the beautiful stars. Maybe the Dark isn't so bad after all... This friendly, heartwarming story with a wonderful, cut-out starry sky, is a comforting, helpful book to share with young children.

"We need more beautifully illustrated and involving non-fiction like this. Wade and Castrillon introduce nanoscience with perfect clarity and inviting pictures." - The Sunday Times "Beautiful ... plunges deep into the world of atoms, materials and the applications of nanoscience, with accessible text and richly shaded pictures." - Guardian This exciting non-fiction picture book introduces young readers to the fascinating (and cutting-edge) science of the very, very small.Everything is made from something - but the way we make things, from the materials we use to the science and technology involved, is changing fast. Nano offers a fascinating narrative introduction to this cutting-edge area of STEM, better known by the name "nanotechnology". With words by Dr Jess Wade - a highly skilled physicist and trailblazing campaigner for diversity in STEM fields - and beautiful, dynamic pictures by award-winning artist Melissa Castrillon, this is the perfect book for budding young scientists and

My name's Archie Albright, and I know two things for certain: 1. My mum and dad kind of hate each other, and they're not doing a great job of pretending that they don't anymore. 2.They're both keeping a secret from me, but I can't figure out what. Things aren't going great for Archie Albright. His dad's acting weird, his mum too, and he all he wants is for everything to go back to normal, to three months before when his parents were happy and still lived together.When Archie sees a colourful, crumpled flyer fall out of Dad's pocket, he thinks he may have found the answer. Only problem? The answer might just lie at the end of the rainbow, an adventure away. Together with his best friends, Bell and Seb, Archie sets off on a heartwarming and unforgettable journey to try and fix his family, even if he has to break a few rules to do it...A rainbow-coloured, joy-filled celebration of love, family and being true to yourself, from a hugely exciting new talent. Perfect for fans of Lisa Thompson

兔子和熊正在享受悠閒的夏日，湖中卻突然冒出神祕生物！兔子決定查明真相，卻一不小心把「最棒的一天」變成「最糟的一天」……幸好，朋友總會在最需要時出現。Gorgeously illustrated and with a classic feel, this is a brilliantly funny story of a rabbit and a bear who discover that things are always better when they're shared with a friend. Ideal for readers moving on from picture books.'A perfect animal double-act.' (The Times, Book of the Week)SPLASH! A Mysterious Thing lands in Rabbit and Bear's peaceful summer lake.Is it exciting, or terrifying? Is it a tiny fluffy owl, or a huge hungry monster? And has Rabbit finally met a creature with worse habits than himself?Rabbit's SURE he can solve this mystery. But when he accidentally turns the Best Day Ever into the Worst Day Ever, he needs Bear's help ...From novelist and playwright Julian Gough, and the winner of the Roald Dahl Funny Prize, Jim Field, this is a tale of friendship, acceptance, and what you can do with blueberry poo.'Rabbit's Bad Habits is a breath of fresh air in children's fiction, a laugh-out-loud stor

Fans of The Last Kids on Earth, join the ultimate Thor Quest, starring Thor, Loki, and more! This adventure is packed with art, maps, and jokes, and will show you a new side of your favorite Marvel Super Heroes.Thor, mighty thunder god. Loki, trickster without equal. But once, they were kids. And like all kids, they needed ... a babysitter!What? No one tells Thor what to do! Not even Sif, trained as a warrior from birth! Not even Fandral, Thor’s best friend, who sees all of Thor’s flaws! To prove that he can take care of himself, Thor decides to go on a Thor Quest. Along for the ride are a secretive Loki, a loyal Fandral, and an annoyed Sif—who has better things to do than watch Thor. They will tackle sea serpents, robot dinosaurs, and—most horribly of all—their own mistakes.Filled with art, comics panels, and wild and hilarious twists, this first book in the new Thor Quest series will keep you flipping its pages and laughing out loud.

★ 迪士尼《小美人魚》黑暗改寫——如果烏蘇拉贏了？★ 紐約時報暢銷《Twisted Tales》系列，顛覆童話結局★ 豪華刷邊版登場，收藏與閱讀一次滿足本書以「烏蘇拉勝利」為前提，重新改寫《小美人魚》故事，描繪愛麗兒在失去聲音與自由後，如何面對命運與愛情。結合黑暗童話與成長元素，情節緊湊且富有張力，為熟悉的經典帶來全新詮釋。What if Ariel had never defeated Ursula? This immersive, creative twist on the beloved Disney classic Little Mermaid is the 5th installment in the New York Times best-selling A TWISTED TALE series! It's been 5 years since the infamous sea witch defeated the little mermaid... and took King Triton's life in the process. Ariel is now the voiceless queen of Atlantica, while Ursula runs Prince Eric's kingdom on land. But when Ariel discovers that her father might still be alive, she finds herself returning to a world--and a prince--she never imagined she would see again. Fans will love exploring how things would have changed had Ursula won and Ariel lost--and spending more time with all the Little Mermaid characters they love in this suspenseful, imaginative spin on the cherished Disney favorite. For more twisted adventures, try t

THERE'S A NEW COOK IN THE CASTLE. AND HE'S GOT A MAGIC TOUCH . . .A heartwarming blend of cosy fantasy and romance in this tale of a wayward house witch and his magical adventures in and out of the royal kitchen.When Finlay Ashowan joins the kitchen of the King and Queen of Daxaria, he’s an enigma. Which suits Fin just fine. He’s satisfied simply serving as the royal cook, keeping nosy passersby out of his kitchen, and concocting some truly scrumptious meals.But Fin has secret, one that may not stay hidden for long . . .As his past begins to catch up with him, Fin must negotiate court politics and stay out of trouble, together with his familiar, Kraken his fluffy black kitten.But things become even more complicated when he catches the eye of a certain lady who just so happens to be part of the royal court.Can Fin successfully hide his secret and protect his heart? Or will the chaos of the castle and its good-hearted people get the best of him?Filled with fascinating characters, courtly

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!

Hilarious, illustrated school-based antics where everything that happens leads to DRAMA and RUNNING AROUND and even some FAINTING!When a session of extreme dancing leaves Maisie in hospital with a broken leg, things take a turn for the weird! Strange noises in the ward at night, missing cuddly toys and a sandwich trolley that only ever has TUNA sandwiches. Could Maisie’s leg be CURSED? If it is, and it DEFINITELY IS, then everything is DOOMED!Laugh-out-loud fun from Blue Peter Award winners Pamela Butchart and Thomas Flintham.Read more of Izzy’s adventures!Baby Aliens Got My TeacherThe Spy Who Loved School DinnersMy Headteacher Is a Vampire RatAttack of the Demon Dinner LadiesTo Wee Or Not To Wee!There’s a Werewolf In My Tent!The Phantom Lollipop Man!There’s a Yeti in the Playground!Icarus Was Ridiculous