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!
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?
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.
Loving Kindness
Deborah Underwood, Tim Hopgood
3/11/2022
Paperback
Learn to be kind to yourself and to others with New York Times best-selling Deborah Underwood and award winning illustrator Tim Hopgood.
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?
Cats
3/11/2022
Paperback
Fun and fascinating – the perfect handbook for any family with a cat, or thinking about getting their first cat.
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.
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.
The Christmas Owl
Gideon Sterer, Ellen Kalish, Ramona Kaulitzki
5/10/2022
Hardcover
A joyful picture book based on the true story of a tiny owl found inside a Christmas tree that’s guaranteed to be the cutest story you read this season.
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.
Elmer and the Gift
7/9/2022
Hardcover
The 30th Elmer story explores the themes of dementia and spending time with elderly relatives.
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!
My First Elmer Bedtime
7/9/2022
Board Book
A classic Elmer tale abridged for the youngest readers at bedtime in a chunky, shaped board book.
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.
We Were Wolves
7/9/2022
Paperback
An intense, darkly spellbinding story of a boy awaiting his father’s return from prison as an ancient woodland awakes.
Running with Horses
7/9/2022
Hardcover
A sequel to We Were Wolves. Rabbit’s new life on the coast is threatened by a dangerous discovery.
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.
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!
All the Dogs
3/8/2022
Hardcover
Created by the 2019 winner of the UK Independent Booksellers’ Best New Illustrator Award!
Happy Times!
6/7/2022
Hardcover
Celebrate the happiest and most special moments spent with much-loved family in this heartfelt picture book from multi-award winning Michael Foreman.
Dadaji's Paintbrush
Rashmi Sirdeshpande, Ruchi Mhasane
6/7/2022
Hardcover
A heart-warming story of dealing with bereavement and keeping a legacy alive set in a village in India, with a beautiful grandparent-grandchild relationship at its heart.
The Day Fin Flooded the World
6/7/2022
Paperback
A fanciful, soggy adventure from picture book favourite Adam Stower.
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
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?
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 Bookshop Mice
1/6/2022
Hardcover
From Waterstones Children’s Book Award shortlisted Robert Starling comes this new tale about the magic of books.
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 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.
PANTemonium!
4/5/2022
Hardcover
Oh, Pantemonium! Fred the Giant’s megapants scoop up the entire town in this hilarious caper from award-winning author Peter Bently.
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.
Elmer and the Bedtime Story
4/5/2022
Paperback
Elmer’s in charge of bedtime! But which is the best bedtime story?
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 Secret of Splint Hall
4/5/2022
Paperback
Two girls must unearth an ancient myth hidden deep beneath the mysterious Splint Hall…
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.
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.
I Want My Potty!
1/4/2022
Board Book
The original Little Princess story and potty-training classic is celebrating its 35th anniversary!
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
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.
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.
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.
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!
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…
Emergency Mouse
2/3/2022
Paperback
A classic story celebrating our hospitals, illustrated by highly acclaimed artist Ralph Steadman.
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.
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.
Elmer: A Classic Collection
1/9/2019
Hardcover
A collection of five of Elmer’s best-loved tales, bound together in a beautiful hardback treasury. The perfect gift for fans of Elmer and his colourful adventures, and an ideal introduction for the very youngest readers.
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
The Serpent King
4/1/2018
Paperback
Longlisted for the Carnegie MedalWinner of the American Library Association Morris Award for best debut YAWinner of the
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
Out of Shadows
6/10/2016
Paperback
‘No, sir, no way!’‘What if I then told you we’d gone back in time and his name was Adolf Hitler? Would you do it then?’ Zimbabwe, 1980s. The fighting has stopped, independence has been won and Robert Mugabe has come to power offering the end of the Old Way and promising hope for black Africans.For Robert Jacklin, it’s all new: new continent, new country, new school. And very quickly he learns that for some of his white classmates, the sound of guns is still loud, and their battles rage on.Boys like Ivan. Clever, cunning Ivan.He wants things back to how they were, and he’s taking his fight to the very top. Winner of the Costa, the UKLA and the Branford Boase Awards
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.
Dr Xargle's Book Of Earth Hounds
1/9/2011
Paperback
“Good morning, class. Today we are going to learn about Earth Hounds. Earth Hounds have fangs at the front and a waggler at the back. To find out which is which, hold a sausage at both ends.”
Dr Xargle's Book of Earthlets
5/5/2011
Paperback
“Good morning, class. Today we are going to learn about Earthlets.”
Annexed
31/3/2011
Paperback
Everyone knows about Anne Frank, and her life hidden in the secret annexe – or do they?
The Mysteries of Harris Burdick
3/3/2011
Paperback
“His disappearance is not the only mystery left behind. What were the stories that went with these drawings? There are some clues…”
The Bear's Winter House
1/10/2009
Paperback
In this classic and hilarious story Bear’s plans for a quiet and cosy winter go awry when his friends won’t give him the space he needs!
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.
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.
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.
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
Luna Loves Dance
8/9/2021
Hardcover
When Luna dances, she feels like the world’s volume turns up, like all colours brighten, like sunlight sparkles behind every cloud. But when she takes her dance exam she ducks, dives, spins and… falls. Luna thinks she can’t be a real dancer now. Can Luna’s family convince her otherwise? From the team that brought us Luna Loves Library Day, Luna Loves Art, and Luna Loves World Book Day, celebrate every culture and every style of dance with Luna, featuring a glorious fold out carnival page.“Luna Loves Art offers [the comfort that] not all families look the same – and that is a great message to celebrate.” Laura Dockrill“Luna Loves Library Day is a touching reflection on the power of reading to bring families together; Fiona Lumbers’ illustrations convey Luna’s vivid inner life, while Coelho’s lyrical style celebrates the joyful curiosity of early childhood.” Amnesty International Praise for the series…
Belinda Brown
4/7/2019
Paperback
‘What a joy; a new rhyming book from the Elmer and Mr Benn creator, David McKee… Fantastic illustrations’ THE TIMES
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.
Jamal's Journey
2/2/2017
Hardcover
A modern tale of friendship and adventure from the twice Greenaway Award
Circle, Square, Moose
Kelly Bingham, Paul O. Zelinsky
6/11/2014
Paperback
Circles! Squares! Triangles!Hooray! So when Moose mysteriously finds himself in a shape book (oh, please don’t ask) he is the very picture of a happy Moose. Life is great! Until, well, until he wrecks everything. Now, don’t you worry! Zebra will handle it. Zebra always fixes Moose’s messes . . . Praise for Z is for Moose
Beetle and Bug and the Grissel Hunt
2/10/2014
Paperback
‘Kitamura is one of the world’s most original and stylish children’s illustrators’ Sunday Times ‘One of our finest and most versatile illustrators.’ The Guardian
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
Teddy Bedtime
1/5/2014
Board Book
teddies sing and laugh . . .and then it’s time for bed! Wonderfully colourful artwork and a jaunty rhyming text ensure that this will be a firm bedtime favourite! Praise for SHARE! ‘A heartwarming picture book (with) delightful illustrations. There’s just the right balance between naughty humour, sibling rivalry and affection.
The Funniest Back to School Joke Book Ever
1/8/2013
Paperback
What did the maths teacher order for dessert?
The Lost Prophecies
6/6/2013
Paperback
When they’re kidnapped by an ancient sect they realise they’re in way over their heads, but there’s no turning back. And so the two race to unravel an ancient plot and follow a maze of lethal clues in search of life-changing secrets . . . A fast-moving thriller with breath-taking action scenes and some seriously evil villains. The Lost Prophecies will have young readers on the edge of their seats. This is Michael’s second book. His first, Greek Ransom, was incredibly well-received: ‘Sure to inspire even the most reluctant boy reader. It’s a cracking read with full-on action sequences, a treasure map and a spine-chilling baddie’
