Haunted
Susan Cooper, Joseph Delaney, Berlie Doherty, Jamila Gavin, Matt Haig, Robin Jarvis, Derek Landy, Sam Llewellyn, Mal Peet, Philip Reeve, Eleanor Updale
1/9/2011
Paperback
One, Two, Cockatoo!
8/7/2010
Paperback
One cockatoo on his own in a tree.Two cockatoos fly over……that’s three!
Theodosia and the Staff of Osiris
1/12/2022
Paperback
Theodosia will need all her amazing abilities as she battles the dastardly Serpents of Chaos again – there will be curses, secret societies and a runaway Egyptian jackal…
Tremendous Things
3/11/2022
Paperback
Wilbur hopes to reinvent himself and win the heart of the girl of his dreams – but is he trying too hard?
Home for Grace
3/11/2022
Hardcover
An unforgettable, heart-warming introduction to the homelessness and refugees from a child’s perspective, with empathy and friendship at its heart.
Blow a Kiss, Catch a Kiss
5/10/2022
Hardcover
Award-winning poet and children’s author Joseph Coelho presents a delightful collection of 44 short poems to share with young babies and toddlers.
Bookworms
5/10/2022
Hardcover
Bookworms: find yourself reflected in the pages of a book, and the world will be ready for you.
Ghost Orchid
5/10/2022
Hardcover
Travel the world with Ava and her botanist parents, and learn to live in the moment, from picture book rising star Fiona Lumbers.
Tiny Reindeer
5/10/2022
Paperback
A joyful Christmas tale about a tiny reindeer finding his rightful place in the world, from Kate Greenaway shortlisted Chris Naylor-Ballesteros.
The Upside Down River: Hannah's Journey
5/10/2022
Paperback
A companion story to Tomek’s Story, in which Hannah tells the full tale of her adventures searching for the magical upside down river before and after she met Tomek.
A Tale of Two Dragons
Geraldine McCaughrean, Peter Malone
7/9/2022
Paperback
From multi-award-winning author Geraldine McCaughrean and renowned artist Peter Malone.
Adoette
7/9/2022
Hardcover
The inspiring tale of conservation told through the life of a tree called Adoette, and all the things she saw in her 100 years on Earth, from award-winning and bestselling author-illustrator Lydia Monks.
Cuckoo Summer
7/9/2022
Paperback
When Tommy and Sally discover a wounded Nazi airman who has been shot down in their local woods, they must decide whether to report him or keep him hidden.
Loulou & Tummie BUGS
3/8/2022
Board Book
See the natural world close up and learn new words with folding-page board books from Danish design duo Loulou & Tummie.
Loulou & Tummie OCEANS
3/8/2022
Board Book
See the natural world close up and learn new words with folding-page board books from Danish design duo Loulou & Tummie.
Marry Me, Mole?
3/8/2022
Hardcover
Mole loves Bird and Bird loves Mole, but can they make their love work?
The Zoo Inside Me
3/8/2022
Hardcover
Meet your animal alter-egos in this picture book about dealing with our emotions – and recognising the effect they can have on others.
While the Storm Rages
6/7/2022
Paperback
Noah and his friends fight to save animals from being put to sleep at the outbreak of World War Two.
The Colour of Hope
6/7/2022
Paperback
A miracle child is born with the power to restore colour and hope in the world – but danger is snapping at her heels
Peep!
1/6/2022
Paperback
Dog doesn’t like venturing outside of her comfort zone, but there’s nothing she won’t do for Peep.
The Upside Down River: Tomek's Journey
1/6/2022
Paperback
When Tomek learns of the magical upside down River Qjar, he sets out on a fantastical journey to find it.
Mouse in the House
4/5/2022
Paperback
A farcical catch-the-mouse caper from award-winning comic writer Russell Ayto.
The Trouble With Earth
4/5/2022
Hardcover
Learn to be kind with award-winning Alex Latimer’s The Trouble With Earth, when our planet is cruelly excluded from the Solar System annual holiday.
Papa Penguin
4/5/2022
Paperback
Penguins love their chicks even when they can’t be with them, and Sam learns that his dad feels just the same.
The Taking of Jake Livingston
4/5/2022
Paperback
Sixteen-year-old Jake sees dead people, but when one ghost starts menacing him, Jake soon realises he’s out of his depth.
Kemosha of the Caribbean
1/4/2022
Paperback
Born a slave, Kemosha makes a desperate bid for her freedom. But the only way to win her brother’s freedom is on the high seas – with the notorious Captain Morgan
A Bear’s Guide to Beekeeping
Pip Cornell, Alex G. Griffiths
2/3/2022
Hardcover
Are you a bear considering keeping your very own bees? Can’t get enough of delicious honey? Then this is the book for you!
Emergency Mouse
2/3/2022
Paperback
A classic story celebrating our hospitals, illustrated by highly acclaimed artist Ralph Steadman.
The Great Dog Bottom Swap
4/4/2019
Paperback
‘Big, clever, funny’ SUNDAY TELEGRAPH ‘It’s maybe my all time favourite kids’ book’ DAWN O’PORTER ‘Unmissable!’ BOOKSELLER Celebrating its 10th year in publication, this unmissable and hilarious picture book has been shortlisted for the Sheffield Book Award
Grandad's Camper
5/1/2022
Paperback
Celebrate love in all its forms, as Grandad tells his granddaughter about the adventures he used to have with Gramps.
Wolves in Helicopters
7/9/2022
Hardcover
Tackle nightmares and night terrors head on with one fiercely brave little bunny and the love of her mother.
Luna Loves Dance
1/6/2022
Paperback
From the team that brought us Luna Loves Library Day, Luna Loves Art, and Luna Loves World Book Day!
Luna Loves Library Day
6/9/2018
Paperback
An inspiring story from one of the UK’s greatest up-and-coming award-winning poets for children, perfectly captured in all its flights of fancy by newcomer Fiona Lumbers. Endorsed by Amnesty International
War Girls
Adele Geras, Melvin Burgess, Berlie Doherty, Mary Hooper, Anne Fine, Matt Whyman, Theresa Breslin, Sally Nicholls, Rowena House
4/12/2024
Paperback
The Night Bear
Ana de Moraes, Thiago de Moraes
2/5/2019
Hardcover
Sweet dreams, sleep tight, hope the Night Bear comes tonight…
Monsters
1/2/2019
Paperback
From the acclaimed author Sharon Dogar comes a reimagining of Mary Shelley’s young adulthood: her passionate love affair, her tragedies and her creation of the greatest Gothic science fiction novel of them all: Frankenstein.
Optimists Die First
1/3/2017
Paperback
Award-winning author Susin Nielsen’s brilliant new novel explores heartbreak and tragedy in the way only she can – with a big dose of humour, sarcasm … and lots of cats.
Upside Down Babies
Jeanne Willis, Adrian Reynolds
3/7/2014
Paperback
The earth went blue and the sky went brown.All the baby animals tumbled out of bedAnd ended up with very funnymums instead . . . ‘A joy to read aloud time and again. Delightful!’ – Books for Keeps
I Love You, Too!
22/5/2014
Paperback
‘Michael Foreman deserves all the applause he gets.’ Independent
The Ripper of Whitechapel
1/12/2022
Paperback
The ghost hunters are back to solve a new haunting – could these ghosts be the victims of Jack the Ripper?
Swimmy
1/12/2023
Paperback
Discover Leo Lionni’s classic anti-bullying tale with this beautiful 60th anniversary re-issue of the Caldecott Honor Book, featuring a foreword from Eric Carle.
The Witches of Pendle
1/12/2023
Paperback
The ghost-hunters return to take on the ghosts of the Pendle witches, who are in relentless pursuit of revenge…
The Zoo Inside Me
1/9/2023
Paperback
Meet your animal alter-egos in this picture book about dealing with behavioural problems, and recognising the effect they can have on others.
Adoette
1/9/2023
Paperback
The inspiring tale of conservation told through the life of a tree called Adoette, and all the things she saw in her 100 years on Earth, is now in paperback, from award-winning and bestselling author-illustrator Lydia Monks.
World Weavers
3/5/2023
Paperback
World Weavers spins an epic tale across multiple, shifting realities. Part-western thriller, part cli-fi dystopia and part gothic horror, this is a story about family – what tears it apart, and what might bind it back together
The Kindest Red
3/5/2023
Hardcover
The second book in a series celebrating hijab, family and kindness following The Proudest Blue.
The Magic of Endings
8/3/2023
Paperback
Secrets, loss and spell-binding adventure awaits . . . but you will need courage, lots of it. Are you ready?
A Bear’s Guide to Beekeeping
Pip Cornell, Alex G. Griffiths
8/3/2023
Paperback
From art director Pip Cornell and rising talent Alex Griffiths comes a hilarious spoof beekeeping guide for bears
The Pet Potato
8/3/2023
Paperback
A funny story with a sweet, green-fingered resolution for any child who’s ever begged their parents for a pet!
Little Sure Shot
1/2/2023
Paperback
Annie Oakley’s early life is marked by tragedy and poverty – can her incredible shooting skills take her from rags to riches?
The Blue Umbrella
1/2/2023
Hardcover
The story of a mysterious umbrella that turns up unexpectedly, just when the community need it the most.
The Pipsqueak
4/1/2023
Paperback
You don’t need super powers to be a hero… or to make enemies into friends.
Booked
Kwame Alexander, Dawud Anyabwile
3/11/2022
Paperback
Kwame Alexander’s acclaimed verse novel Booked is vividly brought to life as a graphic novel with stunning illustrations by star talent Dawud Anyabwile.
The Legend of Ghastly Jack Crowheart
1/12/2023
Paperback
Stand and deliver! Lil and her pet crow must find a way to frighten off a gang of ruthless highwaymen who are terrorising the customers of the inn where she lives.
Four Bad Unicorns
5/4/2023
Paperback
Tackling the theme of childhood disability and play with humour and warmth… and unicorns.
Shine Like the Stars
1/2/2023
Hardcover
A beautiful, poetic picture book about knowing your worth and understanding your feelings.
Four Bad Unicorns
4/5/2022
Hardcover
Tackling the theme of childhood disability and play with humour and warmth… and unicorns.
Darkhearts
5/7/2023
Paperback
When David rekindles his friendship with his old bandmate Chance, he realises he’s falling for him…
What Will I Be?
Frances Stickley, Lucy Fleming
6/7/2022
Paperback
Imagine you can be whoever you want when you grow up in the gorgeous game of ‘let’s pretend’.
Grumpy Hat
1/4/2022
Paperback
Learn how to get rid of your grumpy hat in this uplifting story from former television producer and children’s author Nicola Kent.
Cally and Jimmy
1/4/2022
Paperback
Four short stories in one!A fantastic set of stories about a girl and her twin brother who has ADHD. They always seem to be in double trouble…
The King's Pants
3/5/2023
Paperback
Celebrate King Charles III’s coronation with this riotous story jam-packed with royal pants from the author of the award-winning and bestselling The Queen’s Knickers!
The Secret of Splint Hall
4/5/2022
Paperback
Two girls must unearth an ancient myth hidden deep beneath the mysterious Splint Hall…
The Blackthorn Branch
3/8/2022
Paperback
Cassie must rescue her brother from the Fair Folk, who dwell in the underworld of Annwn. But the task is no simple one…
The Bolds Go Green
3/8/2022
Paperback
The sixth title in the fabulously funny Bolds series sees Teddington’s wildest family do their bit for the environment – with unexpected consequences!
The Funniest Back to School Joke Book Ever
1/8/2013
Paperback
What did the maths teacher order for dessert?
Grandad's Pride
7/6/2023
Hardcover
Grandad and Milly reunite to learn about Pride and the power of community in this touching and vibrant sequel to Waterstones Prize-winning Grandad’s Camper.
The Haunting of Tyrese Walker
3/11/2022
Paperback
On a family visit to Jamaica, Tyrese starts experiencing impossibly strange and terrifying things – who can he trust when his memories start to fade?
The Kindest Red
4/10/2023
Paperback
The second book in a series celebrating hijab, family and kindness following The Proudest Blue.
The Proudest Blue
1/6/2020
Paperback
Asiya’s hijab is like the ocean and the sky, no line between them, saying hello with a loud wave.
Meet the Family
7/9/2022
Paperback
Meet this highly eccentric family from the comic geniuses John Yeoman and Quentin Blake, certain to be more extraordinary than any family you’ve ever known!
Meet the Family
2/3/2022
Hardcover
Everyone’s family is different, but none more so than this one from the imagination of legendary team John Yeoman and Quentin Blake.
The Bookshop Mice
8/3/2023
Paperback
From Waterstones Children’s Book Award shortlisted Robert Starling comes this new tale about the magic of books.
Fergal and the Fib
3/8/2022
Hardcover
Learn what happens when we tell lies – and what we can do to make amends – with Fergal, the 4th book in the Waterstones Prize shortlisted series.
The Bookshop Mice
1/6/2022
Hardcover
From Waterstones Children’s Book Award shortlisted Robert Starling comes this new tale about the magic of books.
I Want My Potty!
1/4/2022
Board Book
The original Little Princess story and potty-training classic is celebrating its 35th anniversary!
Theodosia and the Serpents of Chaos
4/5/2022
Paperback
Theodosia must fight the ancient Egyptian curses which threaten to destroy her parents’ museum and bring down the country.
Rigatoni the Pasta Cat
1/6/2022
Paperback
Rigatoni the cat is very disappointed when his owners go away and he stops getting pasta for tea. Can he find someone who will help?
Mummy's Special Day
Frances Stickley, Carolina Rabei
5/4/2023
Paperback
Mummy makes every day special, so it’s about time she had her own perfect day full of all her favourite things.
The Day Fin Flooded the World
6/7/2022
Paperback
A fanciful, soggy adventure from picture book favourite Adam Stower.
Mummy's Special Day
Frances Stickley, Carolina Rabei
2/3/2022
Hardcover
Mummy makes every day special, so it’s about time she had her own perfect day full of all her favourite things.
There's an Alien in My Lunchbox!
2/8/2023
Hardcover
Enjoy the chaos created when Noah’s book characters escape in the classroom, then learn the important and magical job they have to do at story time.
Cats
3/11/2022
Paperback
Fun and fascinating – the perfect handbook for any family with a cat, or thinking about getting their first cat.
Honey's Hive
7/6/2023
Paperback
Learn all about bees and join Honey, a busy bee with ambition, in the adventurous, illustrated first book of this series by New York Times bestseller Mo O’Hara.
Yours From the Tower
4/12/2024
Paperback
Three very different young women make their way through late Victorian England – can they each find true happiness?
Luna Loves Christmas
4/9/2024
Paperback
Luna discovers the power of giving in her fifth adventure by Children’s Laureate Joseph Coelho.
Bee You!
4/9/2024
Hardcover
A new Smriti Halls picture book inspired by brilliant bees, that helps you to bee the best you that you can be!
Be Back Soon
4/9/2024
Hardcover
A beautiful, heartfelt story following the migration of birds, for any child whose loved one needs to be away from home.
Time-Travel Twins: The Stone Age Clash
4/9/2024
Paperback
The Stone Age book in this fantastic new series, perfect for the Key Stage 2 history curriculum.
Silent Night, My Astronaut
Oksana Lushchevska, Kateryna Stepanishcheva
4/9/2024
Hardcover
A powerful picture book story of the first ten days of the War in Ukraine, narrated by a 7 year-old girl, by award-winning Ukrainian author Oksana Lushchevska.
Giraffe and a Half
1/8/2024
Paperback
A joyful and touching story about exploring life outside your comfort zone that will help children to understand and celebrate the differences and disabilities within themselves and others.
Two Little Dicky Birds
1/8/2024
Hardcover
A fun, interactive story based on the nursery rhyme Two Little Dicky Birds – help Peter save Paul!
The Ghost of Us
1/8/2024
Paperback
Cara wants to prove ghosts are real – then she finds one. He’s willing to help Cara on one condition: date his sister out of her depression. A supernatural LGBT love triangle, filled with sparky humour and spooky romance.
The Secret Garden Rewilded
1/8/2024
Paperback
Spoilt Mia learns to love nature when she discovers a door to an abandoned garden in her uncle’s house in this modern retelling of Frances Hodgson Burnett’s classic The Secret Garden.
The Secret Garden
1/8/2024
Paperback
The classic story of spoiled Mary Lennox who is sent to live with her uncle at Misselthwaite Manor and discovers a magical hidden garden.
The House at the End of the Sea
3/7/2024
Paperback
Saffi discovers her family has a portal to fairyland, and a long, dark past of serving the Fairy Queen. Can she find the courage to break the spell that holds her family in the Queen’s thrall?
Grandad's Pride
5/6/2024
Paperback
Grandad and Milly learn about Pride and the power of community in this touching and vibrant sequel to Waterstones Prize and Nibbies Children’s Illustrated Book of the Year Grandad’s Camper.
Who Makes an Ocean?
Sally Nicholls, Carolina Rabei
5/6/2024
Paperback
A beautifully poetic introduction to how the oceans came to be from Waterstones prize-winning Sally Nicholls.
The Happy Prince
5/6/2024
Hardcover
Introduce your child to Oscar Wilde’s classic story with a modern twist.
Luna Loves Gardening
1/5/2024
Hardcover
Luna discovers the stories, creativity and patience of being a gardener in her fifth adventure.
My Mate Mark is a Hammerhead Shark!
Jeanne Willis, Adrian Reynolds
1/5/2024
Paperback
A hilarious and wholesome book that teaches us to not judge others by appearances, from multi-award winning author Jeanne Willis and illustrator Adrian Reynolds.
Home is Where My Heart Is
1/5/2024
Paperback
A profound and poignant story that celebrates the true meaning of home, from award-winning and bestselling Smriti Halls and rising star Alice Courtley.
The Prisoner of Bhopal
1/5/2024
Paperback
In Bhopal in 1984, Amil learns that he can predict the movement of the wind. Can this gift free him from working for the hateful Mr Kumar and protect him from an impending poisonous gas leak at the Bhopal Pesticide Plant?
First Little Rhymes: Out and About
1/5/2024
Board Book
Award-winning poet and Children’s Laureate Joseph Coelho presents a delightful collection of short poems on going out and about in the world to share with young babies and toddlers, in a chunky board book format.
When the Storm Came
3/4/2024
Hardcover
A powerful tale of a big community and small acts of kindness from award-winning Chris Naylor-Ballesteros.
Panda and Penguin Find A Thing
6/3/2024
Hardcover
A cautionary tale about letting technology come between us, from favourite picture book creator Zehra Hicks.
My Brother Plato
6/3/2024
Paperback
Ever wondered what the young Plato would have been like? Find out with this brilliantly researched book from the point-of-view of his sister, Potone. Based on the incredible true events and people of Ancient Greece.
The Fox Maidens
6/3/2024
Paperback
A sapphic fantasy adventure graphic novel inspired by the Korean folklore of Gumiho, the nine-tailed fox.
The Blue Umbrella
1/2/2024
Paperback
A magical tale of a community brought together in the face of adversity by one little girl’s generosity.
The Door of No Return
1/2/2024
Paperback
From New York Times Bestselling author Kwame Alexander comes the first book in a breathtaking trilogy that tells the story of a boy, a village, and the epic odyssey of an African family.
Shine Like the Stars
3/1/2024
Paperback
Illustrated by Waterstones Children’s Book Award-winning Harry Woodgate, this beautiful, poetic picture book will help you to understand your place in the natural world.
The Mightiest Bite
3/1/2024
Paperback
A riot of humour and colour in this silly – yet educational – picture book by journalist-turned-picture book author Howard Calvert.
Badger's Parting Gifts
21/5/2024
Paperback
Celebrating the 35th anniversary of this quintessential and multi award-winning picture book about losing a loved one. Features a helpful reading guide from Child Bereavement UK
Time Travel Twins: The Viking Attack
2/8/2023
Paperback
Fantastic new series, perfect for history lovers and students aged 7-11
The Muddlemoor Mysteries: The Book Club Bank Heist
1/4/2022
Paperback
Granny’s village is a hotspot for crime. Joe and his cousins have to concentrate even when they’re watching telly. And the weird thing is, Granny never seems to notice.
A Hugh Dunnit Mystery: Taking Shelter
1/5/2024
Paperback
A hilarious detective mystery following a schoolboy sniffing out clues to prove his canine pal’s innocence, packed with comic-book art spreads throughout.
Safiyyah's War
2/8/2023
Paperback
From the view point of eleven-year-old Safiyyah, comes the true story of the resistance run from The Grand Mosque of Paris in WW2 that saved the lives of hundreds of Jews.
Mermaid School: The Spooky Shipwreck
Lucy Courtenay, Sheena Dempsey
1/12/2022
Paperback
Marnie Blue and her friends are going on a trip to an activity centre in Mermaid Lagoon. But can she find out the secret of the spooky shipwreck nearby?
The Very Noisy House
1/5/2025
Hardcover
Welcome to The Very Noisy House! Knock on the door – RAT-A-TAT-TAT – and let’s see what’s inside…
The Space Between
Clare Helen Welsh, Fiona Lumbers
1/2/2025
Hardcover
A touching story from award-winning Clare Helen Welsh, on how to cope with big changes in our life, with beautiful illustrations from Fiona Lumbers.
Bella the Storyteller
2/10/2024
Paperback
Jam packed with pirates, dinosaurs and unicorns, this unique tale about storytelling teaches us that a good story needs more than a great setting.
Cally and Jimmy: Twinseparable
2/10/2024
Paperback
Four short stories about a girl and her twin brother who has ADHD, who are always getting into double trouble…
Fergal is Fretting!
3/7/2024
Hardcover
In the fifth in the series Fergal learns a simple mindfulness technique to ward off anxiety.
Honey's Hive: Bee a Friend
5/6/2024
Paperback
Learn all about bees and join Honey, a busy bee with ambition, in the adventurous, illustrated second book of this series by New York Times bestseller Mo O’Hara.
Every Wrinkle has a Story
5/6/2024
Hardcover
A touching story of an entire life told through each of the wrinkles on the face of a beloved grandfather from Man Booker Prize winner David Grossman.
Soft and Sticky
3/4/2024
Paperback
From award-winning author Jeanne Willis comes this hilarious and oddball story about learning to love each other’s differences no matter how frustrating, because friendships are worth fighting for.
Time Travel Twins: The Roman Invasion
1/11/2023
Paperback
The Roman book in this fantastic new series, perfect for the Key Stage 2 history curriculum.
One You
1/9/2023
Hardcover
Celebrating the magic of becoming a parent for the first time – this poetic and poignant book would make the perfect gift for any expectant or new parents.
Who Makes an Ocean?
Sally Nicholls, Carolina Rabei
7/6/2023
Hardcover
A beautifully poetic introduction to how the oceans came to be from Waterstones prize-winning Sally Nicholls.
Maddy Yip's Guide to Parties
7/6/2023
Paperback
Grandad is turning 80, so Maddy decides to throw him the best birthday party ever – what can possibly go wrong? When it comes to the Yips, quite a lot.
Jacko
Jeanne Willis, Kate McKendrick Grove
17/5/2023
Paperback
Based on the true story of the childhood of London Zoo’s head keeper, Mick Carman. When Mick rescues an injured baby jackdaw, so begins a special bond between a nature-loving boy and his pet bird.
Oscar's Story
3/5/2023
Hardcover
Oscar learns about the power of books and the importance of imagination in this sweet story about sharing and growing up.
The Nose, Toes and Tummy Book
5/4/2023
Hardcover
A diversely illustrated and interactive book from award-winning Sally Nicholls that invites families to play along, beeping noses, sniffing sweet-smelling baby toes and gobbling up bellies!
The Muddlemoor Mysteries: The Chicken Farm Fiasco
5/4/2023
Paperback
Granny’s village is a hotspot for crime. Joe and his cousins have to concentrate even when they’re watching telly. And the weird thing is, Granny never seems to notice.
The Mightiest Bite
8/3/2023
Hardcover
A riot of humour and colour in this silly, yet educational, picture book by journalist-turned-picture book author Howard Calvert.
Luna Loves Books
8/3/2023
Board Book
Even the youngest of bookworms can join Luna in celebrating the magic of stories in this special board book adventure!
Unspoken
8/3/2023
Hardcover
Following Coretta Scott King and Caldecott Award-winning The Undefeated, Kwame Alexander’s new picture book tells the story of slavery, with mixed media art by award-winning muralist and sculptor Dare Coulter.
Hedge Lion
1/2/2023
Hardcover
A friendship story about being your best self and helping others to be theirs.
Arthur Who Wrote Sherlock
Linda Bailey, Isabelle Follath
4/1/2023
Paperback
Learn how Arthur Conan Doyle came to create the world-famous detective Sherlock Holmes.
Maddy Yip's Guide to Holidays
6/7/2022
Paperback
Maddy Yip is going on a seaside holiday! But will she get to go on the amazing new roller coaster?
When Sadness Comes to Call
1/2/2024
Hardcover
A mini-hardback gift edition of the award-winning picture book about making friends with your sadness from Eva Eland. Also available: a mini-hardback of Where Happiness Begins.
Where Happiness Begins
1/2/2024
Hardcover
A mini-hardback gift edition of the acclaimed picture book about dealing with big emotions. Also available: a mini-hardback of When Sadness Comes to Call.
Red Lorry, Yellow Lorry
1/6/2022
Paperback
Lorries, trucks, cars and more are packed into this very busy day for Red Lorry and Yellow Lorry.
On Silver Tides
3/4/2024
Paperback
Kelda’s little sister’s very existence is forbidden by their kind’s Lore – when betrayal comes, Kelda must save her and uncover the darkest secrets of the waterways.
Great Aunt Margot and Me
Bryher Mackenzie, Rhiannon Archard
4/6/2025
Hardcover
A bright and joyful celebration of the relationship between a little girl and her great-aunt, who has started forgetting things.
Luna Loves Gardening
5/3/2025
Paperback
Luna discovers the stories, creativity and patience of being a gardener in her fifth adventure.
Just the Two of Us
2/10/2024
Hardcover
A heartwarming tale about what happens to our imaginary friends when we don’t need them anymore.
The Duck Never Blinks
3/7/2024
Paperback
Enter into an intense staring competition with a stubborn duck in this unique and hilarious book.
I Love You, Blue Kangaroo!
1/11/2023
Paperback
A family favourite about a favourite toy – celebrating 25 years.
Under Golden Seas
2/7/2025
Paperback
Dylan is desperate to rid himself of his monstrous side. But when his family is captured, he must set sail and find a way to save them without his ability to transform.
His Royal Whiskers
5/1/2017
Paperback
Something worse than kidnapping.Something worse than murder. Somehow, the Prince has been miraculously transformed into a fluffy-wuffy kitten. Why has this terrible cat
The Young Performing Horse
2/6/2016
Paperback
Discover the amazing story of a little horse with an unusual gift from the much-loved author-illustrator duo of John Yeoman and Quentin Blake.
Godfather Death
1/9/2023
Hardcover
A powerful retelling of the classic Grimm cautionary tale about the value of honesty and the power of greed from the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize award-winning author, Sally Nicholls.
Honey's Hive: Beelieve in Yourself
16/7/2025
Paperback
Honey scouts out a problem with the local water supply. Can she and her friends get it flowing again?
Time-Travel Twins: The Maya Sacrifice
16/7/2025
Paperback
Join twins Scarlett and Thomas in their time-travel adventure to visit the Mayas. Temples, jungles and sacrifices await!
A Crinkled Screaming Thing
1/1/2026
Hardcover
A heartfelt and funny story told in the unique voice of a newborn baby who does NOT like a lot of things, but who does love his older sibling!
Just a Little Hug
1/10/2025
Hardcover
A heartwarming tale of the power of a simple, loving hug between a child and his favourite toy.
Keith's Big Leap
1/9/2025
Hardcover
A unique and fresh story about the circle of life, following a leaf who isn’t ready to drop from the tree, from author, poet and private-eye cartoonist Mike Barfield.
It's Behind You!
1/5/2025
Hardcover
A hilarious insight on the importance and joy of taking more notice of your surroundings, from the award-winning Jeanne Willis and up-and-coming talent Momoko Abe.
Room for One More
Frances Stickley, Jessica Ciccolone
1/5/2025
Hardcover
Badger and squirrel are best friends, until one day . . . along comes Fox!
The Box Full of Wonders
1/8/2024
Paperback
This touching story captures both the struggles and possibilities of blended families. The power of one child’s imagination is beautifully visualised on the pages as he begins to embrace his new siblings.
Daddy's Footsteps
Michelle Robinson, Paddy Donnelly
1/8/2024
Hardcover
A celebration of amazing dads with a prehistoric setting from multi-award-winning author Michelle Robinson, and with breathtaking illustrations from Paddy Donnelly.
A Bear Called Blue
Frances Stickley, Lucy Fleming
3/7/2024
Paperback
A heart-wrenching story with a happy ending about a lost bear who never loses hope of finding his best friend.
Trains, Boats and Planes
6/3/2024
Paperback
A fun and colourful ride and follow up to Red Lorry, Yellow Lorry, this is perfect for vehicle-loving readers, from much-loved duo Michelle Robinson and Jez Tuya.
Unspoken
4/10/2023
Paperback
Following Coretta Scott King and Caldecott Award-winning The Undefeated, Kwame Alexander’s new picture book tells the story of slavery, with mixed media art by award-winning muralist and sculptor Dare Coulter.
Finding Phoebe
2/8/2023
Paperback
YA comic drama about 16-year-old Phoebe, who is autistic. When her best friend reveals a big secret, Phoebe’s carefully-ordered world is upturned and she’s seriously pushed out of her comfort zone. Can Phoebe rise to the challenge?
Lolly Luck
8/3/2023
Paperback
Lolly Luck is lucky by name, lucky by nature. But suddenly her luck starts to change.
Marry Me, Mole?
4/1/2023
Paperback
Mole loves Bird and Bird loves Mole, but can they make their love work?
One Drop
3/11/2022
Paperback
In a future war-torn Britain, two young people battle to keep their love alive and break free. Book 2 of the Ruled Britannia trilogy.
Scissorella
Clare Helen Welsh, Laura Barrett
5/10/2022
Paperback
The classic Cinderella story with a modern feminist twist, inspired by film director and pioneer of silhouette animation, Lotte Reiniger.
Three Bullets
5/10/2022
Paperback
A near-future dystopia about race, gender and survival from the Godfather of YA. Book 1 of the Ruled Britannia trilogy.
Mia and the Miffkins
3/8/2022
Paperback
Family comes first in this magical story of two warring siblings who find the Miffkins, and rediscover their love for each other.
The Pet Potato
1/6/2022
Hardcover
A funny story with a sweet, green-fingered resolution for any child who’s ever begged their parents for a pet!
The Story Thief
2/3/2022
Paperback
From Waterstones Book Prize shortlisted Graham Carter comes this story perfect for little bookworms, and those who haven’t quite discovered the magic of books yet…
Old Macdonald Had a Phone
2/2/2022
Paperback
Sing along to the tune of Old Macdonald had a Farm, and learn to put down your phone in this hilarious cautionary tale for a new generation of phone-users.
