From Julia Donaldson, the bestselling author of The Gruffalo, comes Princess Mirror-Belle and the Magic Shoes, the exciting adventures of a mischievous princess.
Full of black-and-white illustrations by Lydia Monks, Princess Mirror-Belle and The Magic Shoes is perfect for fans of this bestselling picture book team who are beginning to read on their own. Princess Mirror-Belle and The Magic Shoes contains five delightful stories that children will come back to again and again.
Ellen's life is turned upside down by the hilarious Mirror-Belle, a spirited princess who claims to be from somewhere mysterious and far away. She appears out of mirrors to tell Ellen magical stories and take her on exciting escapades. From going to ballet class to staying at Ellen's grandparents' house, causing mischief with their furry friends, having fun at Halloween and taking the princess test, you can always guarantee that wherever Mirror-Belle goes, trouble will follow.
This book contains the following stories:
- The Magic Shoes
- The Golden Goose
- Prince Precious Paws
- Which Witch?
- The Princess Test
· Winner of the Overall Waterstones Children's Book Prize · Blackwells Children's Book of the Year · An instant New York Times bestseller ·
Pari Thomson's magical adventure series begins with Greenwild: The World Behind the Door, with stunning illustrations by Elisa Paganelli. Open the door to a spellbinding world where the wilderness is alive and a deep magic rises from the earth itself . . .
'This book was absolute perfection' - 5 star reader review
'This is one of the best middle grades I’ve ever read' - 5 star reader review
Daisy Thistledown has escaped from boarding school and has a mystery to solve. Her search for her missing mother will lead her across London and through a hidden doorway to another world, filled with plants and bursting with magic: the Greenwild.
But all is not well in this astonishing land. Before long Daisy finds herself confronting a dangerous presence that threatens green magic on both sides of the door. Daisy must band together with a botanical genius, a boy who can talk to animals, and a cat with an attitude, to channel the power that can revive the Greenwild and find her missing mother - and save her own world too.
Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the Greenwild, in this enchanting fantasy with an environmental twist. Continue the magic with The City Beyond the Sea.
*Shortlisted for the Books Are My Bag Readers Award*
*Longlisted for the Yoto Carnegie Medal for Writing*
*The Times Children's Book of the Week*
'An eco-thriller novel every child should read' - The Telegraph
'Greenwild is a thrilling adventure that takes seed in your imagination and runs wild!' - M. G. Leonard, author of Beetle Boy
'I adored this book!' - Aisling Fowler, author of Fireborn
'Irresistibly funny' Guardian
Join time-travelling penguins Pablo and Splash on an unexpected adventure to the time of the dinosaurs in this brilliantly funny full-colour graphic novel. Perfect for fans of Bunny vs Monkey or Dog Man.
Shortlisted for the British Book Awards Children's Illustrated Book of the Year 2025
Antarctic penguins Pablo and Splash are polar opposites and besties for life. Pablo is a home-bird and a careful planner. Splash is easily bored and hungry for adventure. Sick to her flippers of the harsh, freezing weather, Splash persuades Pablo to go on a holiday with her. But far from the luxury beach destination that Splash has in mind, the pair end up in a time-travel machine that takes them back to the age of the dinosaurs! Suddenly their icy homeland doesn't seem so dull …
'Joyful, fun and very silly indeed' Louie Stowell, author of Loki: A Bad God's Guide to Being Good
‘It’s such a great book! Can’t wait for the next one!’ Mark Bradley, author of Bumble and Snug
'Gripping and enjoyable ... should be recommended whatever the age of the reader. A really fun, enjoyable read. 10/10' Irish Times
'Pablo and Splash are hilarious. I love this book!' – Oscar, age 7
'I wish I could time travel with Pablo and Splash. They make me laugh so much' – Noah, age 8
This is the first book in a series which continues with Pablo and Splash: Frozen in Time and Pablo and Splash: Roman Holiday.
Learn to read with Hiccup! The How to Train Your Dragon Beginner Readers are the perfect way to introduce your child to Hiccup and the magical world of reading.
Join Hiccup in a race against time in this Beginner Reader for 5-7 year olds based on a popular episode of DreamWorks Dragons: Defenders of Berk!
When a series of lightning storms hit Berk, Vikings claim Thor is angry at the village for allowing Toothless, a dangerous Night Fury, to live among them. It's up to Hiccup to prove Toothless' innocence before he is banned from Berk forever.
How to Train Your Dragon is now a major DreamWorks franchise. How to Train Your Dragon 3 is scheduled for release in 2019 and the TV series Defenders of Berk can be seen on CBBC and Netflix.
The Beginner Reader series includes:
How to Build a Dragon Fort, How to Defend Your Dragon, How to Pick Your Dragon, How to Raise Three Dragons, How to Start a Dragon Academy, How to Track a Dragon
Evil Wizard Malvel has conjured up Creta, a terrifying monster that can unleash thousands of vicious insects from its body! Can Tom defeat Creta before the Beast destroys the whole kingdom?
Beast Quest Early Readers are perfect for children learning to read and for families to enjoy together, with text vetted by a literacy expert and bright new colour illustrations.
Also available: Beast Quest Early Reader 3: Arax the Soul Stealer!
Arax the Soul Stealer has snatched away good Wizard Aduro's spirit, leaving the kingdom exposed to the evil of Wizard Malvel. To save Aduro, Tom tracks Arax to his cave - but the terrible Beast wants Tom's soul, too...
Beast Quest Early Readers are perfect for children learning to read and for families to enjoy together, with text vetted by a literacy expert and bright new colour illustrations.
Look out for Beast Quest Early Reader 4: Creta the Winged Terror in November!
Maisie Hitchins longs to be a detective. She’s sure there are lots of adventures to be had on the streets of Victorian London. And, together with her faithful puppy, Eddie, she is determined to follow even the slightest scent of a mystery – no matter what!
Alice’s father is having a run of bad fortune – two of his ships have disappeared and he has lost a lot of money. Maisie is sure she can solve the mystery herself, so she heads down to London’s sprawling docks to investigate. Can she discover what is happening at sea and save Alice’s fortune?
Exciting detective stories from best-selling author Holly Webb, perfect for fans of The Mariella Mysteries.
Book 1 in the 6-part Magic Potions Shop series, from the creators of the bestselling Fairytale Hairdresser series, Abie Longstaff & Lauren Beard.
In the Kingdom of Arthwen, there was a very unusual shop.
It wasn't on the high street; it was deep in the forest.
It wasn't in a building; it was inside a tree.
It didn't sell food, or clothes, or toys: this shop sold potions.
Tibben wants to be the Potions Master one day, just like Grandpa, but for now he is an apprentice and there is a lot to learn!
Tibben's adventure continues in book 2, The River Horse. This series is perfect for building reading confidence, whether reading aloud or reading alone.
Evil never sleeps, and Max and Lia know that their greatest battle is still to come. Can they stop the dreaded pirate Red Eye in his tracks before he finds the last of the precious Merryn treasures and seizes power for ever?
The final thrilling adventure in Sea Quest Series 5: The Chaos Quadrant. Look out for Sythid the Spider Crab, Brux the Tusked Terror and Venor the Sea Scorpion!
The city of Aquora has been infested with a plague of tiny robots that are controlling people's minds. Can Max and Lia find out who's responsible and stop them, or will the people be doomed forever?
The first thrilling adventure in Sea Quest Series 6: Master of Aquora. Look out for Tengal the Savage Shark, Kull the Cave Crawler and Gulak the Gulper Eel!
Reissue into the First Modern Classic livery of this delightfully squirmy story starring Harry the Poisonous Centipede in a scary world of flying swoopers, furry biters and the dreaded Hoo-Mins! With wonderful humour and brilliant illustrations by award-winning artist Tony Ross, this is the perfect book for wriggly young readers.
Frankie and his team love playing football. There's always time for a game - especially when it's a tournament!
When Frankie and his friends are whisked to the Canadian Rockies they land with a splash - straight into a freezing river. Thank goodness for a giant rescue dog who turns up just in time. To return the favour, the friends save the dog's owner, Danni, from a grizzly bear. But when they get back to school, they realize their mission isn't over yet. Something has followed them through the portal... Can they return a large, furry creature to Canada, and help their new friend win the tournament of her life?
