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Oh dear . . . when Pip shows up with a new look that's just as much of a surprise to him as to Zoey and Sassafras, the trio knows something strange is happening in the forest. They retrace Pip's steps only to see another magical friend change right before their eyes It's up to the team to figure out what is happening and how to change the magical animals back before things get any more serious . . .Each story in the Zoey and Sassafras series features a new magical animal with a problem that must be solved using science. There isn't a set formula for each book; Zoey sometimes needs to run experiments, while other times she needs to investigate a mystery, and yet other times she needs to do research. Zoey models how to keep a science journal through her handwritten entries in each story. Each story is complete with a glossary of the kid-friendly definitions for scientific terms used. The series highlights child-led inquiry science and the topics covered align with both Common Core and Ne

A special festive edition of the bestselling picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, including the full classic story and fun extra content!Celebrate Christmas with the Gruffalo's child and all your favourite characters in this special edition of the bestselling classic The Gruffalo's Child.With a stunning foiled cover and fun bonus content and activities from the creators of The Gruffalo, it's the perfect Christmas gift for kids!The Gruffalo's Child Festive Edition is the ideal book for family fun with lots of things to make and do. Littles ones will enjoy the classic story and can then make moon biscuits and festive Gruffalo decorations.Julia Donaldson's trademark rhyming text and Axel Scheffler's brilliant, characterful illustrations combine to ensure that the Gruffalo's Child has followed firmly in her father's footsteps and that her story is one that children will ask for again, and again . . . and again!One wild and windy night the Gruffalo's child disobeys her father

Timekeepers小隊這次來到江戶時代的日本，捲入一場武士對決！當時間開始倒轉，他們知道壞蛋DeLay又來攪局了。Go on an adventure with the Timekeepers as they travel back in time to Edo Period Japan for a samurai showdown. The Timekeepers are a secret organization of kids who keep the course of history on track--and history needs them! A villain named DeLay is causing chaos! When the hands on their watches start to spin backward, the Timekeepers know that DeLay has been up to no good, and it's up to them to put things right... In this instalment, the Timekeepers travel back to Edo Period Japan and become mixed up in a samurai showdown. With a range of adventures that span all of history, The Timekeepers series is perfect for any adventure lover.

"There's more fun and excitement in a Jess Bradley page than in a barrel-load of monkeys armed with party poppers."- M. R. Carey, author ofThe Girl With All the GiftsADVENTURES DON'T COME ANY BIGGER THAN THIS!When the Earth is invaded byextra-mean extraterrestrialsandginormous monsters, Zoe and her kid brother Pablo think things can't get any crazier. But then their school gets infiltrated by aliens and Pablo gets turned into a massive monster himself!For some kids, being suddenly supersized might be scary. But for Pablo, it's the beginning of anincredible and hilariousadventure. Instead of going berserk, ourcolossal kid herocontinues to obsess over video games, trading cards, and cookie dough ice cream.Zoe soon realises that he's the same annoying little brother as ever ... except that now, her "little" brother is100 feet tall!Can a schoolkid in the body of a skyscraping monster take on an entirealien army? Can Zoe and Pablo keep it together when the whole world is going100%bananas? F

Cemetery Boys is an LGBTQIA+ ghost story about magic, acceptance and what it means to be your true self. From the instant New York Times-bestelling author Aiden Thomas. Yadriel has summoned a ghost, and now he can't get rid of him.In an attempt to prove himself a true brujo and gain his family's acceptance, Yadriel decides to summon his cousin's ghost and help him cross to the afterlife. But things get complicated when he accidentally summons the ghost of his high school's resident bad boy, Julian Diaz - and Julian won't go into death quietly. The two boys must work together if Yadriel is to move forward with his plan.But the more time Yadriel and Julian spend together, the harder it is to let each other go. 'A celebration of culture and identity that will captivate readers with its richly detailed world, earnest romance, and thrilling supernatural mystery' - Isabel Sterling, author of These Witches Don't Burn

A paperback edition with the original cover art of the classic fantasy novel by Terry Pratchett, the fourth book in the Witches series, part of the Discworld novels.''Cracking dialogue, compelling illogic and unchained whimsy'' The Sunday Times‘Cleverly blends Discworld fact and fairy tale fiction in this exciting and very funny tale…It''s a classic!’ 5-star reader review''People didn''t seem to be able to remember what it was like with the elves around. Life was certainly more interesting then, but usually because it was shorter. And it was more colourful, if you liked the colour of blood . . .''On Midsummer Night, dreams are especially powerful. So powerful, in fact, that they can cause the walls between realities to come crashing down. And some things you really don''t want to break through.The witches Granny Weatherwax, Nanny Ogg and Magrat Garlick return home to discover that elves have invaded Lancre. And even in a world of wizards, trolls, dwarfs, Morris dancers - and the odd or

If you enjoyed A Minecraft Movie, you'll love this! Start your festive season with some gaming magic this Christmas with the official Minecraft Advent Calendar.Stuffed to the brim with fun things to do, this Minecraft advent calendar will keep you entertained throughout the entire holiday period.The 24 pockets include festive bite-size builds, jolly activity books, adorable baubles, hilarious jokes, fun challenges, how to draw mobs and more. The perfect advent calendar for any Minecraft fan! Try our indispensable handbooks for your Minecraft journey: Minecraft Beginner's Guide 978 0008615376 Minecraft Redstone Handbook 978 0008495992 Minecraft Survival Handbook 978 0755503452 Minecraft Creative Handbook 978 0755500413 Minecraft Combat Handbook 978 0755500420 Minecraft Explorers Handbook 9780008608507 Minecraft Legends Handbook 978 0008595012 Brilliant books full of inspiration: Minecraft Bite-Size Builds: 978 0755500406 Minecraft Amazing Bite-Size Builds: 978 00

Meet Isadora Moon's mermaid friend, Emerald! Emerald is learning how to be a mermaid princess, but there are just so many rules! She loves having fun with her friends and exploring her underwater world with her pet octopus, Inkibelle, she doesn't want to be stuck in the palace with everyone looking at her and checking that she's doing things the proper, royal way. Emerald's class are spending the day sea combing-picking up human rubbish that ends up on the ocean floor. When Emerald finds a precious teddy lying in a clump of seaweed, she's tempted to keep it for herself, but the tag says it belongs to a human called Jack.Emerald asks her land-loving friend, Isadora Moon, and Isadora's cousin, Mirabelle, to help her return it and together they embark on an exciting adventure across the land and sea!

Dazzle your friends and family with unforgettable facts and astounding information from BBC children's television host, Radzi Chinyanganya. Ever wondered where to find out the answers to tricky questions about everything from sleep to snow and diseases to diamonds? Then look no further. What's the farthest distance ever run without stopping? Which language has the most words? How many times do we blink each day, year, or in an entire lifetime? How deep is the deepest hole that's ever been dug? How hot are the world's hottest chilies? What astonishing things happen every 60 seconds? Do you know the answers? If not, this book is for you! With quirky questions and answers about every topic you can possibly think of--no question is too random for Radzi!

Isadora Moon is special because she's different. Her mum is a fairy, her dad is a vampire, and she's a bit of both. When Isadora's teacher announces the class are having a maths test on Monday, Isadora gets a nervous feeling in her tummy.She really doesn't like tests . . .or maths! Maybe, Isadora could pretend to be ill so she can stay at home instead? Isadora calls her naughty cousin Mirabelle for help and she gives her a spell that will help Isadora get out of the test. To Isadora's delight, it works! But between a potion mishap and magic pox fluffballs bouncing around all over the place, Isadora starts feeling a bit guilty. Luckily, her mum is on hand to help set things right and together they come up with a new, magical way to say goodbye to the magic pox and even make revising for the maths test fun! With irresistible pink and black artwork throughout by author/illustrator Harriet Muncaster, Isadora Moon is a unique heroine with an out-of-this-world family!

This paperback full-color graphic novel retells the exciting story of Disney Wish--coming to theaters fall 2023! Walt Disney Animation Studios Wish is set to release Fall 2023, during the Studio's 100th year. A film that could only come from Disney Animation, the epic animated musical is inspired by the legacy of films from the studio and asks the question: "How did the wishing star, upon which so many characters wished, come to be?" The story, set in Rosas, the kingdom of wishes where wishes can literally come true, follows Asha--an optimist with a sharp wit who cares endlessly about her community. In a moment of desperation, Asha makes an impassioned plea to the stars, which is answered by a cosmic force, a little ball of boundless energy called Star. Together, they face the most formidable of foes to save her community and prove that when the will of one courageous human connects with the magic of the stars, wondrous things can happen. Children ages 6 to 9 will love this paperback g

Join Hupo on another fantasy graphic novel for independent readers as he travels through the land of Yip, where his courage will be put to the ultimate test as he battles his very own worst fears... Hupo is off on an airship adventure, but this time he's sharing the decks with Zimmy, a peculiar person who looks, sounds, and smells, just like Hupo! They make their way to the Doom Lagoons, a place where you can trap your worst fears below the waters so you never have to be scared again. But things don't go to plan, and after hundreds of years of fear is released into Yip, it's up to Hupo and the suspicious Zimmy to save everyone from the horrors of the Doom Lagoon!

Kayla Miller帶來暢銷圖像小說《Click》系列的全新故事！學吉他、加入童軍、參與服儀規定改革，Olive想做的事太多了！但她本就喜歡忙碌，所以沒問題的…吧？隨著生活的天秤逐漸傾斜，喘不過氣的Olive能找到平衡，及學會適時求援嗎？Kayla Miller, the New York Times best-selling author-illustrator of Click, Camp, Act, and Clash, returns with a new Olive story! Olive is balancing the too-many things she wants to do with the too-few hours in the day to do them… when everything adds up, suddenly it’s crunch time!It’s no secret that Olive loves trying new things. Between taking guitar lessons, making a short film, joining Berry Scouts, and leading the charge on her school’s dress code reform, Olive has her hands full! But she enjoys being busy, so staying on track with her jam-packed schedule should be no problem… right?As weeks fly by, it gets harder and harder for Olive to find time for her activities, never mind time for herself. Will she be able to accomplish her goals, or will all her sizzle turn to fizzle?The New York Times best-selling author-illustrator Kayla Miller delivers a vibrant and tim

Meet Isadora Moon's mermaid friend, Emerald! Emerald is learning how to be a mermaid princess, but there are just so many rules. She loves having fun with her friends and exploring her underwater world with her pet octopus, Inkibelle, she doesn't want to be stuck in the palace with everyone looking at her and checking that she's doing things the proper, royal way. In Emerald and the Magic Shell, Emerald goes on a camping holiday with her mum, stepdad King Auster, and stepsister Delphine.But it isn't like the camping trips Emerald used to take with her dad when she was little. King Auster uses his magic shell at every opportunity to make the trip more luxurious. Emerald is determined to do camping properly, without magic, but when she wakes up in the night feeling cold, she decides to use the shell after all-to disastrous effect! Illustrated throughout in sea green and black, Emerald is perfect for readers who are looking for a first chapter book with a splash of wildness and wonder.

It's Christmas at the treehouse! This is the twelfth laugh-out-loud hilarious book in the series, filled with cartoon illustrations and perfect for fans of Dog Man and Diary of a Wimpy Kid.Merry Christmas from the treehouse! The 156-Storey Treehouse is the twelfth book of Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton's wacky treehouse adventures, where the laugh-out-loud story is told through a combination of text and fantastic 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 ChristmasaurusAndy and Terry have added 13 new levels to their treehouse!There's a wishing well, a world-record breaking level, a TV quiz show (hosted by Quizzy the Quizzical Quizbot) and an amazing mind-reading sandwich-making machine!But it’s the night before Christmas, and things are not going well for them – they’re at war with an angry snowman, Santa has crashed his sleigh and fallen into the cloning machine, and Mr

Eleven-year-old Margo Bandini has never been afraid of anything. Her life in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, with Mama and Papa and her little brother, Charlie, has always felt secure. But it's 1933, and the Great Depression is changing things for families all across America.One day the impossible happens: Papa cannot make the payments for their house, and the Sheriff Sale sign goes up on their door. They have two weeks to pay the bank, or leave their home forever. Now Margo is afraid--but she's also determined to find a way to help Papa save their home.

The breathtaking sequel to the #1 New York Times bestseller, Immortal Dark! Like all ruinous things, he came from the abyss. Kidan Adane has finally embraced her darkness. She's killed without remorse, lied, and broken Uxlay University's most sacred law by inviting elusive rogue vampires, the Nefrasi, into Uxlay. Trapped with a violently unstable vampire, and reeling from her sister's return, Kidan wields her anger like a weapon. She vows to master her house and protect the sacred artifact hidden inside, even if it means forging an alliance with the depraved leader of the Nefrasi, Samson Sagad--and betraying Susenyos. A dangerous new philosophical text seems to hold the answers and promises the very thing Kidan has lost: control. Even as the dark pages consume her, Kidan knows no soul at Uxlay is trustworthy--least of all Susenyos. For Kidan and Susenyos, the lines of loathing and attraction may blur, but the quest for power rules them both. And neither is willing to surrender. As deva

Meet Kitty. A superhero-in-training, with cat-like superpowers.In Kitty and the Nightfall Festival, Kitty must help her favourite band, the Glitter Girls, find their lucky drumsticks in time for the big show. But things aren't quite what they seem . . .Girl by day. Cat by night. Ready for adventure.The purrrfect series for newly confident readers, beautifully illustrated by Waterstones Children's Book Prize winner, Jenny Løvlie, and written by bestselling author, Paula Harrison.Kitty is a superhero-in-training with feline superpowers. She dreams of being just like her superhero mum one day, but she's still got a lot to learn. Join her for a series of enchanting adventures by the light of the moon.Kitty has been counting down to the Hallam City Music Festival for weeks! Her favourite band, the Glitter Girls, will be performing and Kitty can't wait to see them play.But disaster strikes when drummer Candy's lucky drumsticks disappear. Without them, Candy won't play and the show will have

X-MenmeetsSpy Kidsin this instantNew York Timesbestseller! Here’s the first book in a new middle-grade fantasy/adventure series from theauthorofThe Unwanteds.Fifteen years ago, eight supernatural criminals fled Estero City to make a new life in an isolated tropical hideout. Over time, seven of them disappeared without a trace, presumed captured or killed. And now, the remaining one has died.Left behind to fend for themselves are the criminals’ five children, each with superpowers of their own: Birdie can communicate with animals. Brix has athletic abilities and can heal quickly. Tenner can swim like a fish and can see in the dark and hear from a distance. Seven’s skin camouflages to match whatever is around him. Cabot hasn’t shown signs of any unusual power—yet.Then one day Birdie finds a map among her father’s things that leads to a secret stash. There is also a note:Go to Estero, find your mother, and give her the map.The five have lived their entire lives in isolation. What would it

*Shortlisted for the School Library Association Information Book Award 2025*"Whether you can't wait for science lessons or are approaching them with trepidation, this lively introduction to physics will intrigue, entertain and inform you." -LoveReading4KidsGet ready for a wild ride through the world of PHYSICS! This innovative series fuses HILARIOUS COMIC BOOK ACTION with MIND-BLOWING FACTS to explain some of the biggest ideas in science!Join Professor Katzenstein, the world's greatest scientist-adventurer, on his mission to explore the world of physics in this fun-filled, full-colour book. The Doc has a passion for discovery and loves all things strange, unexpected, and surprising. Kids will be laughing and gasping in equal measure.• Discover how to make a rainbow• Or how to bend a spoon• Or how to look back in time• Or how to split an atom!Explore these ideas - and so many more - in the hilarious series that's like a Dog-Man meets Albert Einstein. This graphic novel approach to scien

In the next installment of this New York Times bestselling early chapter book series, Eva runs for class president!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!It's a special week at Treetop Elementary because it's time to choose a class president! Eva is excited because she loves to make choices and vote for things! But when Sue announces she's running for president, no one else steps up to run against her. So Eva makes a quick game-time decision to run for president herself! Who will win the big vote to become president of the class?With speech bubbles, easy-to-read text, and adorable characters, this New York Times bestselling series is perfect for newly independent readers!

With more than 30 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading! In this penultimate book of the My Weirder-est School arc, grab a chair with A.J. and his friends as Ella Mentry School welcomes a new principal to the stage--put your hands together for Mrs. Stoker! Mr. Klutz is retiring! (A surprise even to him, courtesy of scheming Dr. Carbles.) Vice principal Mrs. Jafee thinks it's her time to shine, but Dr. Carbles has hired someone else for the job! Stand-up comedian Mrs. Stoker is ready to defend her place as principal in a joke-off against Mrs. Jafee.Will Mrs. Stoker have the last laugh? Or will she lose her audience when things get serious? Perfect for reluctant readers and all kids hungry for funny school stories, Dan Gutman's hugely popular My Weird School chapter book series has something for everyone. Don't miss the hilarious adventures of A.J. and the gang!

When Wilson receives a laptop to help with his schoolwork, he''s obsessed! The Internet is an amazing place. In seconds, he can find answers to any question he asks. But soon, the screen becomes too all-consuming and Wilson doesn''t spend any time off of it! It''s almost like he isn''t there anymore. Can Wilson go back to life before screens?The I Am Healthy series comprises children''s picture books that tackle pressing issues facing children today, as identified by healthcare professionals from the Child Guidance Clinic, Institute of Mental Health, Singapore. Each book draws from the experiences of psychiatrists, psychologists and counsellors who have counselled countless children regarding everything from digital addiction to eating disorders. Using a story-based approach, each book contains a relatable story that will help children understand themselves better, and be able to take practical steps to grow, develop and change. These books can be used by educators in schools, by couns

An instant New York Times bestseller!​“Storytelling for young readers at its finest―equal parts summer adventure and environmental suspense…[a] love letter to family, friendship, and the natural world.” ―Kwame Alexander, New York Times bestselling author of The CrossoverFrom New York Times bestselling author Mary Alice Monroe comes a beautiful story of friendship, loss, and the healing power of nature in her first book for middle grade readers.Eleven-year-old Jake’s life has just turned upside-down. His father was wounded in Afghanistan, and his mother is going to leave to care for him. That means Jake’s spending the summer on tiny Dewees Island with his grandmother. The island is a nature sanctuary―no cars or paved roads, no stores or restaurants. To make matters worse, Jake’s grandmother doesn’t believe in cable or the internet. Which means Jake has no cell phone, no video games...and no friends. This is going to be the worst summer ever!He’s barely on the island before he befriends

列尼和朋友們原以為只是一趟普通的動物園行程，結果卻在獅子區被困住！車裡除了他們，還有一隻患有幽閉恐懼症的瞪羚？！獅群步步逼近，緊張到爆——幸好哥哥布蘭登的超難聽樂團出手相救，讓獅子落荒而逃，瞪羚則留下永遠的陰影……Comic school-based stories for 7+ with black and white illustrations throughout. A modern day Just William, perfect for fans of Pamela Butchart, Wimpy Kid and Bunny Vs Monkey!Lenny's big brother, Brandon, has been persuaded to take him and his friends to a safari park. Soon things are out of control and they're trapped in the car in the middle of the lions' enclosure with a claustrophobic gazelle. Fortunately, the gathering lions aren't fans of Snot Touch, Brandon's band, so they blast them with his terrible music and the animals flee. Soon they're rescued, though the gazelle will never be the same again...

Princess Minna loves to sort out mix-ups and mishaps in the kingdom! In this full-colour, illustrated chapter book, join her on a funny, exciting adventure to help Granny and her friends, and still have time for a snowball fight!Princess Minna lives in Castle Tall-Towers with the King and Queen, Raymond the Wizard and her best dragon friend, Lorenzo. There are often mix-ups and mishaps in the kingdom and Princess Minna loves to sort them out!She can tame unicorns, kiss frogs and fight dragons (apart from Lorenzo) and she is very good at fixing things before it’s time for bed.In The Big Bad Snowy Day, snow has fallen overnight and poor Granny Hoody is snowed in! Princess Minna has to fix things. But Granny Hoody lives in the dark forest and there’s a big bad wolf who lives there too. Can Princess Minna find Granny’s cottage or will she stray from the path and meet the WOLF instead?Full of colourful illustrations, these short, funny stories are perfect for readers just moving on from pic

A power Surge is about to hit Central City! Can Sonic and friends stop her before it’s too late?Surge is angry and plots her comeback, but she needs more power, and she needs it now. Sonic’s friends race to stop her rampage, but there’s something different about her. As things start to look dire for Sonic and Tails, they find support in the form of Surge's old sidekick, Kit! He's on their side...right?But Surge’s plan is bigger than anyone thought! With a little help, she's going to turn the place of her greatest torment into the place of her greatest triumph: Dr. Starline's former base, now a trap for Sonic, Tails, Dr. Eggman, and Metal Sonic!

From the award-winning Rebecca Cobb, illustrator of The Paper Dolls and The Everywhere Bear, comes another lively tale about the very unusual babysitter, Aunt Amelia. The children are so excited! They are going to stay at Aunt Amelia's House. They always have a brilliant time with her, and can't wait to see what she has in store.But when they arrive, there seems to be no time for games. Instead Aunt Amelia has a long list of chores to do. But from the gardening to the laundry, cleaning the windows to feeding the pets, Aunt Amelia has her own special way of doing things, and fun will not be in short supply!A warm, witty, beautifully illustrated tale about an aunt like no other.

Things are about to get seriously spooky for Alex Neptune in his fourth action-packed adventure - perfect for fans of Percy Jackson and Dragon Realm!When a creepy fog rolls into Haven Bay, Alex, Zoey and Anil are ambushed by terrifying crab-riding zombies, controlled by the evil spirit of Brineblood the pirate.The only weapon that can stop Brineblood's zombie army is a powerful trident - but it's been broken into three pieces. Alex, Zoey and Anil must enter three deadly worlds that have been magically trapped in bottles to retrieve the hidden pieces, all before the zombies can catch them. But with some penguins, an octopus and a frozen dragon on their side, how can they go wrong?

The perfect picture book for children with a big imagination, We Found a Cat is a laugh-out-loud story of a little girl and a little boy who find a furry friend. Cats have whiskers and love to purr... Cats love to play...Cats love to eat... When a brother and sister find a new furry friend, they decide that it most definitely is a cat. But something's not quite right.It's very loud... It's very hungry... And it doesn't use doors! They eventually decide that it is, after all, an *outdoors cat* and are very happy to leave it to all the outdoorsy things! Written and illustrated by the wonderfully talented Heidi McKinnon, author of I Just Ate My Friend A super hilarious read about two children who've become friends with a tiger! Full colour illustrations throughout in gorgeous orange and teal tones

I never really felt like I had a home. But with Emmy next to me, I think home is wherever she is . . .Emmy Hartwellhas waited for a spot on an NHL roster since she became a professional hockey player, and this season, she’ll finally get a chance to showcase her talents with the struggling DC Stars.Maverick Milleris the best player in the league, but he’s never had a winning record. Team captain and desperate to turn things around, he agrees to play nice with the fiery new left-winger even though they’re total opposites.After a night of explosive tension that ends in bed, Emmy and Maverick swear it’ll be a one-time thing – just enough to clear the air so they can focus on their game. It’s meaningless, she insists, because she doesn’t date hockey players, and he’s a notorious playboy who doesn’t date at all. But 'just once' quickly becomes again and again, and while they promise their friends-with-benefits setup will end with the season, their chemistry off the ice proves impossible to i

A new novel by Liane Moriarty that is her first ever sequel, of the #1 NYT bestselling Big Little Lies《美麗心計》, the inspiration for the megahit HBO series, and is also a stand-alone that examines the complexities of modern women's lives with wit and compassion, while shining light on shame and family secrets.The last time we saw the women of Big Little Lies—Madeline, Celeste, Jane, Renata, and Bonnie—their children were five years old. If someone wasn’t invited to a child’s birthday party, feelings were hurt. But ten years have passed, and the kids are now in high school, with all of the drama that accompanies teendom (goodbye playdates, hello drugs, sex, and alcohol).The minute the principal of the high school receives a severed human finger in the mail, the parents are in an uproar. But Madeline, Celeste, Jane, Renata, and Bonnie have other things to worry about. Celeste’s mother-in-law Mary Louise is behaving oddly—is it old-age forgetfulness and forthrightness, or something more sini

From the author of The Revenge Game comes a twisty YA thriller about the underbelly of Manhattan's high society, where nothing is off-limits—not even murder.Aspiring journalist Noa has a secret she's been keeping. Ever since her sister's tragic death, she's felt almost...relieved. Noa and Leah had been locked in competition with one another since childhood, and things came to a head when her sister scored a glitzy internship at a New York society newspaper. Noa can't help but revel in her new found autonomy. But when she gets a lead about the sketchy circumstances surrounding her sister’s untimely death, she knows she needs to investigate−she owes it to Leah.Noa sets out to infiltrate the seedy underbelly of Manhattan high society to investigate her sister’s final days. Along the way she finds herself entangled with the glamorous Avalons' and their close-knit circle of friends and frienemies. But will Noa be able to resist the allure of the Avalons' world and uncover a shocking scandal

Now in paperback! For fans of Eerie, Elementary, Bailey School Kids, and The Notebook of Doom, the first in a magical, spooky new chapter book series about friendship, community restoration and involvement, and helping your neighbors . . . even if some of them may be monsters.Bella Gossi just moved from New York City to the Massachusetts beach town of Shiver-by-the-Sea to live with her Uncle Van. Bella’s excited about helping her mom fix up the old movie theater, but she’s already missing her old home and her old friends, and just driving through downtown, it’s pretty clear that this place has seen better days.After meeting Cooper and his adorable basset hound, Casper, things start looking up. But when mom tasks them with clearing out an old trunk from the theater and picking the first movie they’ll show, that’s when the trouble begins. Out of the trunk pops a bat! But not just any bat . . . a kid vampire. A very hungry, very scared kid vampire, who’s lost and doesn

The storms are coming.... Something has happened to Serafina. She has awoken into a darkness she does not understand, scarred from a terrible battle, only to find that life at Biltmore Estate has changed in unimaginable ways. Old friends do unthinkable things and enemies seem all around.A mysterious threat moves towards Biltmore, a force without a name, bringing with it violent storms and flooding that stands to uproot everything in its path. Serafina must uncover the truth about what has happened to her and find a way to harness her strange new powers before it's too late. With only days to achieve the impossible, Serafina fights to reclaim herself as the Guardian of Biltmore, friend of Braeden, daughter of her Pa, and heroine of the Blue Ridge Mountains and all the folk and creatures that call it home. In the epic third installment of Robert Beatty's #1 bestselling series, Serafina takes her rightful place among literary champions as she battles fiercely to defend all she loves and b

In the sixth installment of this full-color early chapter book series, Priya plans a legendary popstar party for her BFF!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!Priya is so excited to throw a popstar-themed party to celebrate her friend Melissa's dance showcase! The party guests are going to dress up in fun outfits, sing karaoke, and dance the night away! But once the party planning begins, Priya starts to feel nervous. There are just so many things on her to-do list! Plus, Melissa's cool friends from dance class will be at the party... Will they have fun? Will Priya fit in with them? And can Priya shake it all off and make the whole party shimmer?With color-coded speech bubbles, an engaging diary format, plent

The magical and exciting picture book from the number one bestselling author and illustrator of The Gruffalo, Zog and Stick Man. 'Madam Dragon ran a school, many moons ago. She taught young dragons all the things that dragons need to know.Zog, the biggest dragon, was the keenest one by far. He tried his hardest every day to win a golden star.' Zog is the keenest dragon in school. He's also the most accident-prone, flying into trees and even setting his own wing on fire.Luckily, a mysterious little girl always comes by and patches up his bumps and bruises. But will she be able to help him with his toughest test: capturing a princess? Shiny foil highlights on the cover makes this a special gift for toddlers A magical picture book about dragons, knights and princesses from the UK's number one picture book author and illustrator Perfect read-aloud rhyming text and stunning pictures on every page with lots of details to spot The perfect story for children starting school with bravery, kindn

Tanjiro and the rest of the Demon Slayer Corps are back and facing their greatest challenge yet: school life! Welcome to Kimetsu Academy, a school attended by the most exceptional students you've ever seen! This comedic spin-off of international smash hit Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba pits Tanjiro, Nezuko, and all the rest of the Demon Slayer Corps against the trials and tribulations of student life. Fall's here, but things are only heating up at Kimetsu Academy! Halloween turns scarier than ever when one of the Twelve Kizuki wanders into a spooky water balloon battle, though that's got nothing on how frightening it is when the principal sees the state of the teachers' lounge. Then there's trouble with a demon selling snake oil, all while Mitsuri explores mascot art, a terrible drawing is misunderstood, and Uzui's wives check the cafeteria's suggestion box.

Meet the Pine School Pals in the first installment of this full-color, graphic novel-style series, perfect for beginning readers!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early reader line, Acorn, aimed at children who are learning to read. With easy-to-read text, a short-story format, plenty of humor, and full-color artwork on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and fluency. Acorn books plant a love of reading and help readers grow!Meet the Pine School Pals! Ms. Perez and her second-grade class are welcoming a brand-new student. They are excited to show Tate what being a Pine School Pal is all about: making friends, being kind, and learning new things! The classmates navigate friendships, encounter common conflicts, and work out solutions together. Across five stories, the Pine School Pals rescue their class pet Ribbit, put on a shark show, start an exclusive club, and more!With full-color artwork and color-coded speech bubbles throughout, this g

Get ready for a wild ride through the world of THE ANIMAL KINGDOM! This innovative series fuses HILARIOUS COMIC BOOK ACTION with MIND-BLOWING FACTS to explain some of the biggest ideas in science!Join Prof Katzenstein, the world's greatest scientist-adventurer, on his mission to explore the world of animals, their behaviour, and habitats in this fun-filled, full-colour book. The prof has a passion for discovery and loves all things strange, unexpected, and surprising. Kids will be laughing and gasping in equal measure.• Did you know that elephants are the only animals in the world with four knees?• A panda bear goes to the bathroom 40 times a day?• Or that every zebra has a unique pattern of stripes?Explore these big ideas, and so many more, in the hilarious series that's like a Dog-Man meets David Attenborough. It's accessible. engaging, and ideal for children aged 7+.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Professor Kat's Science Facts series follows Professor Katzenstein and his rodent assistant, Sco