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The Flea Thing

Brian Falkner

1/9/2013

E-Book

Strange things are happening at Glenfield High. This time it’s Daniel – The Flea – Scott’s turn…

The Real Thing

Brian Falkner

1/9/2013

E-Book

Strange things are happening to the kids at Glenfield High. This time it’s Fizzer Boyd and Tupai White’s turn …

Queen of the Sea

Dylan Meconis

5/11/2020

Paperback

“Queen of the Sea stands out as one of the most accomplished, even beautiful, comics of the year.” —School Library Journal

Sandcastle

Einat Tsarfati

1/7/2020

Hardcover

I love building castles in the sand. So I built a sand castle. But not just any castle…

Who's Swimming in the Ocean?

Various

1/6/2020

Board Book

Who’s Swimming In The Ocean? gives a unique introduction to life beneath the waves, with fun text, contemporary illustrations and an interactive mix of sliders, flaps, fold-outs and die cuts on every spread.

Circle

Jeannie Baker

1/5/2020

Paperback

In an infinity of sky, tiny godwit birds follow ancient, invisible migratory pathways, flying on and on for nine nights and nine days, flying without rest… This is their story.

Shapes with Little Fish

Lucy Cousins

1/4/2020

Board Book

Learn your shapes with Little Fish in this fun, rhyming book. With finger trails for little hands, children will love tracing shapes in this deep-sea delight from Lucy Cousins, creator of Hooray for Fish!

Who's Playing in the Jungle?

Various

1/4/2020

Board Book

Who’s Playing in the Jungle? gives a unique introduction to jungle animals, with fun text, contemporary illustrations and an interactive mix of sliders, flaps, fold-outs and die cuts on every spread.

Dandelion's Dream

Yoko Tanaka

1/2/2020

Hardcover

What if a dandelion became a dandy lion? With enchanting, ethereal art, this is a wordless story where reality is transformed by imagination.

Would You Like a Banana?

Yasmeen Ismail

1/1/2020

Hardcover

Award-winning illustrator Yasmeen Ismail’s delightfully funny picture book featuring a very stubborn gorilla will have the whole family laughing!

The Poesy Ring

Bob Graham

1/1/2020

Paperback

The poesy ring flew high, caught by the wind. And with the breeze in its tail, the horse turned and galloped. The ring tumbled end over end, and settled deep in a meadow over the sea…

Rules for Vanishing

Kate Alice Marshall

1/10/2019

Paperback

Once a year, a road appears in the forest. And at the end of it, the ghost of Lucy Gallows beckons. Lucy’s game isn’t for the faint of heart. If you win, you escape with your life. But if you lose…

Rex and the Raven Rescue

Kate Sheppard

1/5/2019

Paperback

When a raven from the Tower of London goes missing during the Blitz, it’s up to scruffy dog Rex to rescue him, with a little help from some royal corgis and Princess Elizabeth.

Secret Weapon

Anthony Horowitz

4/4/2019

Paperback

An essential collection of seven explosive Alex Rider stories by number one bestselling author, Anthony Horowitz.

Little Green Donkey

Anuska Allepuz

1/4/2019

Hardcover

From the creator of That Fruit is Mine! comes a laugh-out-loud cautionary tale, sure to resonate with all picky eaters and their parents!

The Complete Alice

Lewis Carroll

1/12/2018

Book

A multi-award winning classic and its timeless sequel presented in twenty-two beautiful volumes in a gift box.

Exploring Space

Martin Jenkins, Stephen Biesty

1/3/2017

Hardcover

A fascinating account of space exploration with lavish cross-section illustrations by Stephen Biesty, covering early astronomy, rockets, the Space Race and the future of space-travel.

Owl Babies

Martin Waddell, Patrick Benson

1/10/2016

Boxed Set

“There aren’t many ‘baby books’ that convey this kind of emotional richness supported by a perfect artistic form.” — Washington Post Book World

Where's Wally? The Treasure Hunt

Martin Handford

1/9/2016

Paperback

Join Wally and friends on four fantastic adventures in search of tremendous treasures! Can you solve all of the amazing activities and puzzling puzzles using just your brain power and a pen?

Fabulous Frogs

Martin Jenkins, Tim Hopgood

1/8/2016

Paperback

A bright, funny Nature Storybook about all kinds of frogs from prize-winning author Martin Jenkins, stylishly illustrated by Tim Hopgood.

Frida and Bear

Anthony Browne, Hanne Bartholin

1/3/2016

Paperback

Celebrate the power of the imagination with this inspiring picture book, a collaboration between the multi-award winning former Children’s Laureate Anthony Browne and the Danish illustrator Hanne Bartholin.

Dear Greenpeace

Simon James

1/3/2016

Paperback

Celebrating 25 years of this enchanting ecological fantasy from a multi-award-winning picture book creator.

Seen and Not Heard

Katie May Green

1/10/2015

Paperback

A truly original picture book full of atmosphere and magic that is perfect for children with wild imaginations and anarchic spirits!

The Switch

Anthony Horowitz

1/10/2015

Paperback

A dark and mysterious adventure from the number one bestselling author of the Alex Rider series.

The Lone City 2: The White Rose

Amy Ewing

1/10/2015

Paperback

Violet Lasting is no longer Lot 197; she has escaped surrogacy and is on the run in the Lone City. In this sequel to The Jewel, Violet and her friends are fighting for survival. Nowhere is safe – and never will be – unless Violet can help Lucien destroy the royalty.

Willy's Stories

Anthony Browne

1/9/2015

Paperback

A magical celebration of stories and the imagination from the multiple award-winning Anthony Browne. Where will Willy’s imagination take him next?

What Do Dinosaurs Do?

Various

1/3/2020

Board Book

What Do Dinosaurs Do? gives a unique introduction to the world of dinosaurs, with fun text, contemporary illustrations and an interactive mix of sliders, flaps, fold-outs and die cuts on every spread.

Let's Join In

Shirley Hughes

1/7/2017

Paperback

Four classic stories perfect for sharing at bedtime, by Kate Greenaway winning author, Shirley Hughes.

My Green Day

Melanie Walsh

1/2/2018

Paperback

Make every day a green day with ten simple things to do between breakfast and bedtime.

Goodnight Everyone

Chris Haughton

1/8/2017

Paperback

From the multi award-winning picture book maker of A Bit Lost, Oh No, George! and Shh! We Have a Plan, comes the ultimate bedtime book.

How to Find Gold

Silvia Viviane Schwarz

1/2/2017

Paperback

“LET’S FIND GOLD,” said Anna. “That would be dangerous and difficult,” said Crocodile. “Good!” said Anna. “Let’s go!”

Half a Man

Michael Morpurgo, Gemma O’Callaghan

1/9/2016

Paperback

Revered author Michael Morpurgo looks back on the post-war Britain of his childhood in this unflinching and deeply poignant tale of the physical and mental scars of war.

Infernal Devices Slipcase

Cassandra Clare

1/7/2016

Boxed Set

Danger and betrayal, secrets and enchantment: plunge into the thrilling world of Cassandra Clare’s Infernal Devices trilogy with this beautiful boxset

Rex

Simon James

1/4/2015

Paperback

From the perennially popular author-illustrator Simon James, comes a heart-warming, funny story about being a dinosaur step-dad.

The Strange and Beautiful Sorrows of Ava Lavender

Leslye Walton

1/4/2015

Paperback

A mesmerizing, lyrical tale of the bright and dark sides of love and desire. First-time author Leslye Walton has constructed a layered and unforgettable mythology that “follows Ava Lavender’s discovery of her one-of-a-kind self” (Teen Vogue).

Maisy's Funfair

Lucy Cousins

1/7/2013

Hardcover

Another fantastic interactive title from Maisy with exciting pull-outs and a spectacular pop-up finale!

Tyranny

Lesley Fairfield

1/4/2011

Paperback

In this stark portrayal of a young woman’s struggle with anorexia, Lesley Fairfield draws on her own experiences of an eating disorder to give a powerful and candid story of hope and survival.

Willy's Pictures

Anthony Browne

1/10/2008

Paperback

Hugely entertaining and informative – a unique art history lesson given by internationally acclaimed children’s book illustrator.

Piggybook

Anthony Browne

1/6/2008

Paperback

A stunning new edition of one of Anthony Browne’s best-loved picture book stories.

Penguin Problems

Jory John, Lane Smith

1/11/2017

Paperback

Little Penguin has problems: his beak is cold; there’s snow everywhere; the water smells salty; he waddles; he looks the same as everybody else. No – it’s not easy being a penguin!

The Nutcracker

N Puttapipat

1/10/2016

Hardcover

A beautifully illustrated mini edition of the much-loved Christmas story with a spectacular pop-up finale.

Three Cheers for Women!

Marcia Williams

1/8/2018

Paperback

A celebration of inspirational women from all over the world and throughout history, told in Marcia Williams’ much-loved comic-strip style.

Pink Lion

Jane Porter

1/7/2018

Paperback

A bold and colourful picture book with a heart-warming story about always being yourself.

In the Half Room

Carson Ellis

3/11/2021

Paperback

From the Caldecott Honor–winning creator of Home and Du Iz Tak? comes a gorgeous and quirky tale of an extraordinary room where everything is a half.

Poultrygeist

Eric Geron, Pete Oswald

8/9/2021

Hardcover

From a debut picture-book author and a #1 New York Times best-selling illustrator, a wry take on “Why did the chicken cross the road?” that gives a whole new meaning to “the Other Side.” Cock-a-doodle-BOO!

Daddy

Leslie Patricelli

4/8/2021

Board Book

From everyone’s favourite baby comes a fond and funny ode to a special daddy, for Father’s Day or any day.

I Like Trains

Daisy Hirst

7/7/2021

Paperback

I like trains. I like playing with my train. I like putting all the animals on board so they can go off on a journey.

Hike

Pete Oswald

7/4/2021

Paperback

Take to the trails for a celebration of nature – and a day spent with Dad.

Mummy

Leslie Patricelli

7/4/2021

Board Book

Every day is Mother’s Day as the inimitable Baby sings Mummy’s praises in a board book full of humour and heart.

Tamar

Mal Peet

1/3/2012

Paperback

Winner of the Carnegie Medal, Tamar is Mal Peet’s astonishing novel about love, lies and secrets in a time of war.

Ten in the Bed

Penny Dale

1/7/2007

Board Book

Join in with the famous counting nursery rhyme in this board book edition of a bestselling bedtime favourite.

It Could Be Worse

Einat Tsarfati

4/8/2021

Hardcover

Could it get any worse? Two shipwrecked sailors have different views of an absurd series of dilemmas in a wry, visually lavish tale for pessimists and optimists alike.

Animals with Tiny Cat

Viviane Schwarz

1/1/2020

Paperback

Let’s make animal noises with Tiny Cat – the loveable feline from Viviane Schwarz’s There Are Cats in This Book, There Are No Cats in This Book and Counting with Tiny Cat.

Counting with Tiny Cat

Silvia Viviane Schwarz

1/3/2019

Paperback

“A study in counting, and even more the record of a cat’s futile pursuit of personal fulfillment and identity through the acquisition of little red balls of yarn … it works beautifully” The New York Times

Nightshade

Anthony Horowitz

2/4/2020

Paperback

Get ready for action, adrenaline and adventure in this explosive, brand new Alex Rider mission by bestselling author, Anthony Horowitz.

Isabella's Garden

Glenda Millard, Rebecca Cool

7/7/2021

Board Book

A lyrical board book for small hands that explores the growth and continual change that goes on in Isabella’s garden. Told with great warmth, this is a comforting story about the cycle of life in its many forms.

Maisy Dresses Up

Lucy Cousins

22/4/2013

Paperback

Fun, excitement and colourful costumes aplenty as Maisy and her friends get ready for a party.

The Turnkey

Allison Rushby

1/1/1970

E-Book

History and mystery wrapped in a thrilling supernatural plot, The Turnkey is perfect for kids aged 9+.

Small Spaces

Sarah Epstein

1/4/2018

E-Book

Small Spaces is a gripping YA thriller from debut Australian author Sarah Epstein, perfect for fans of Fleur Ferris. 14+.

The Wonderling

Mira Bartok

1/10/2017

Hardcover

In this extraordinary debut novel with its deft nod to Dickensian heroes and rogues, Mira Bartók tells the story of Arthur, a shy, fox-like foundling with only one ear and a desperate desire to belong, as he seeks his destiny.

Maisy's Moon Mission

Lucy Cousins

3/2/2021

Board Book

Maisy’s going to the moon, and you can come too! With easy-to-use play, pull and slide tabs on every spread, little ones will love this interactive space adventure.

Captain Cat

Inga Moore

1/9/2014

Paperback

Let Inga Moore take you on an adventure with Captain Cat and his shipful of cats! New lands, an island Queen, untold treasures and glorious feasts … it will be a journey like no other!

Migloo's Weekend

William Bee

1/4/2017

Paperback

Join Migloo – everyone’s favourite dog – in another hilarious, jam-packed search-and-find story book experience from William Bee, creator of Whatever and author of Worst in Show.

Maisy's Day Out

Lucy Cousins

1/7/2019

Board Book

Learn with Maisy! This brilliant tabbed board book features fun, themed pages covering common objects children encounter on a day out. With bright and bold tabs and pictures, as well as clear labels, this book is perfect for little ones’ language development!

I Like Books

Anthony Browne

1/11/2003

Paperback

Who better than Anthony Browne – and one of his most personable chimps – to celebrate all the fun to be found in the world of books?

Flat Cat

Hiawyn Oram, Gwen Millward

1/2/2020

Paperback

From Hiawyn Oram and Gwen Millward comes a wild, read-aloud celebration of breaking the rules, taking a chance, and having the most brilliant of adventures.

Babymoon

Hayley Barrett, Juana Martinez-Neal

1/7/2019

Hardcover

In a perfect gift for new and expectant parents, a gentle story pays tribute to the wonder and emotion of a family’s first quiet days with a newborn.

Ruby in the Ruins

Shirley Hughes

1/4/2019

Paperback

A classic picture book about family life, set in post-war London, from the best-loved and award-winning Shirley Hughes now available in paperback.

Fantastic Faces

1/3/2019

Paperback

Be the star of the show with these fun stage make-up looks from the National Theatre.

My First 123

Shirley Hughes

1/8/2017

Paperback

A delightful introduction to numbers from Shirley Hughes, one of the best-known and most-loved picture book creators.

Nurse Clementine

Simon James

1/3/2013

Hardcover

A gentle and delightful tale charmingly told and illustrated by an award-winning picture book creator.

The Dragon Test

June Crebbin, Polly Dunbar

1/3/2003

Paperback

A lively and engaging Starters title for beginner readers illustrated by acclaimed picture book artist Polly Dunbar, with a friendly text and stylish two-colour illustrations.

It's Mine!

Emma Yarlett

6/10/2021

Hardcover

A hilariously funny, read-aloud story with cut-through reveals, from an internationally celebrated author-illustrator.

Lots

Nicola Davies, Emily Sutton

1/2/2018

Paperback

Winner of the Margaret Mallett Picture Book Award, as part of the English 4-11 Picture Book Awards.

Hell and High Water

Tanya Landman

1/7/2016

Paperback

The heart-stopping tale of a young man’s attempt to clear his father’s name, from the Carnegie Medal-winning author of Buffalo Soldier.

Return

Aaron Becker

1/8/2017

Paperback

The eagerly-anticipated finale of Aaron Becker’s wordless trilogy – a spectacular, suspenseful and moving story that brings its adventurer home.

Shh! We Have a Plan

Chris Haughton

1/3/2015

Paperback

The winner of the 2014 Association of Illustrators’ Award for Children’s Books, Shh! is the covetable new picture book from Chris Haughton, one of the most exciting new voices in children’s literature.

Flat Cat

Hiawyn Oram, Gwen Millward

1/1/2019

Hardcover

From Hiawyn Oram and Gwen Millward comes a wild, read-aloud celebration of breaking the rules, taking a chance, and having the most brilliant of adventures.

Korea: Panorama Pops

Anne Smith

1/6/2017

Hardcover

Bring Korea to life with this beautiful three-dimensional Panorama Pop, featuring the country’s most famous sites.

Pat-a-Cake Baby

Joyce Dunbar, Polly Dunbar

1/8/2016

Paperback

From two illustrious picture book makers, and mother and daughter, comes a read-aloud perfect for story time, bedtime and, most of all, baking time!

Soon

Timothy Knapman, Patrick Benson

1/5/2016

Paperback

From the illustrator of Owl Babies comes a new classic – the stunning story of a baby elephant, Raju, and his mother who take an unforgettable journey into the unknown.

Hell and High Water

Tanya Landman

1/2/2016

Hardcover

The heart-stopping tale of a young man’s attempt to clear his father’s name, from the Carnegie Medal-winning author of Buffalo Soldier.

The Mumsnet Book of Animal Stories

Various

1/11/2015

Paperback

A beautifully illustrated treasury of charming animal stories written by members of Mumsnet and Gransnet and chosen by a panel of judges led by former Children’s Laureate, Anthony Browne.

Aloud in my Head

JonArno Lawson

1/10/2015

Paperback

New edition of a ground-breaking poetry anthology (Inside Out) in which 21 poets each discuss one of their poems and how they came to write it.

So Cosy

Lerryn Korda

1/2/2015

Paperback

The irresistible joy of snuggling up and getting cosy together is celebrated in this heartwarming story for the youngest readers.

What's the Drama, Malibu Bennet?

Michelle Gayle

1/10/2014

Paperback

After humiliating herself when her derrière goes live on air, Remy Louise Bennet has to work even harder to maintain her celebrity status … but is this what she really wants?

Fangs Vampire Spy Book 2: Codename: The Tickler

Tommy Donbavand

1/11/2013

Paperback

Join Special Agent Fangs Enigma – the world’s greatest vampire spy – and his werewolf sidekick Puppy Brown as they battle society’s worst criminal monsterminds. Second in a new series of comedy horror adventures from the bestselling author of Scream Street.

Daughter of the Flames

Zoe Marriott

1/9/2012

Paperback

A sweeping fantasy chronicling a courageous girl’s fight for freedom and love in a world ravaged by war and religious fanaticism. eBook available.

The Flight of Dragons

Vivian French

1/2/2011

Paperback

Hilarious fourth book in the Tales from the Five Kingdoms series which began with the popular The Robe of Skulls and features many of the same much-loved characters.

The Bag of Bones

Vivian French, Ross Collins

1/2/2009

Paperback

The good witches of Wadingburn are worried – there’s a new witch in town with a bag of magic bones, and she’s so evil she makes their toes ache… Another fun-filled fantasty in the Tales from the Five Kingdoms stories that started with The Robe of Skulls.

Handa's Surprising Day

Eileen Browne

1/3/2007

Paperback

Featuring Handa, star of Handa’s Hen and Handa’s Surprise, this innovative storybook contains three linked stories and is designed to build reader confidence.