As read by Stephen Fry for Save the Children's #SaveWithStories Campaign, and shortlisted for the Jhalak Children’s and Young Adult Prize.
Meet Herbert: the rabbit who knows he was born to be a fox. When his mummy isn’t looking, he puts on pointy fox ears, makes himself a bushy tail, and asks his sister to paint him orange, just like a fox. But Mummy doesn't understand: why can't he just be a good rabbit?
A Fox Called Herbert is a true celebration of being ourselves and supporting our loved ones. Let this joyful tale inspire you to be who you are and follow your dreams.
Lee and Barnaby are brothers. Some days they get on, some days they don't. But things change when Barnaby starts school and tensions run high. Will they remember that brothers are forever after all?
This touching and honest story is told with Claudia Boldt's trademark style and wit, and will be instantly recognisable to anyone who has a brother or sister.
The importance and meaning of home is explored in this thought-provoking new novella from Carnegie Medal winning author Katya Balen.
Juno’s furious about being sent to stay with her grandfather for the summer. She’ll miss all the fun she and her friends had planned for the holidays. She’ll also miss her mum, but it’s her mum’s fault for leaving anyway.
Then Juno discovers a long-forgotten little family in her grandfather’s attic. As she works to carefully craft a new home for them, can she learn to forgive her mum and understand her reasons for going away?
Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.
Lee Price lives with his mum and dad in an ordinary house on an ordinary street. Like most nine-year-olds, Lee goes to school every day. Or rather, every night. Because St. Orlok's Elementary School is no ordinary school, and Lee is no ordinary boy. St. Orlok's is a school for young vampires. Lee and his best friends Billy and Bella are preparing for a big casketball match against the Chaney Street werewolves. But when the other team arrives, it seems that some of them aren't planning on playing a fair game. Lee must come up with a plan - fast! Will he manage to foil the cheats before the final whistle blows?
Being a wolf means sticking with the pack. Everyone knows that – except for Erik, one little wolf cub who dreams of setting off on his own adventure… all by himself!
But will life as a lone wolf be everything he hoped, or will he miss the rough and tumble of the pack?
Discover We're Having a Baby, a delightful interactive book that helps little ones (and their parents) navigate a new baby in the family.
Nancy is going to be a big sister! See Grandma and Grandpa come to look after her when Mummy and Daddy go to hospital, then watch as she welcomes her new brother home in this fun-filled novelty book, complete with engaging flaps and mechanisms.
Each page features helpful tips for parents and carers, endorsed by The Good Play Guide and leading Early Years Consultant, Dr Amanda Gummer. With charming illustrations from Marion Cocklico, We're Having a Baby is the perfect book to reassure little ones about to have a sibling.
The Big Steps series is designed to support toddlers and parents through everyday experiences. For more helpful tips, read I'm Starting Nursery, Let's Brush Our Teeth and No More Nappies.
The perfect gift for Christmas. Willow Valley is a very special place. Nestled in a hidden valley, trees of all shapes and sizes grew on the rolling green hills and pretty flowers dance in the meadows. Only the animals who live there know their way in and out, but they hardly ever want to leave because they're having too much fun ...especially now it's snowing!
A baking nightmare makes for slapstick comedy gold in this hilarious Little Gem from a bestselling author and illustrator team.
Albert’s dad needs help in the family bakery, but all his son can think about is sport. So he builds a machine like no other: the Doughmaster 5000. It seems to have solved all their problems, until one night, Dad’s miracle solution turns into a rampaging disaster. It’s up to Albert to fix the mess – but will his sporting skills save him now?
The sparklingly funny debut picture book from Juno Dawson, bestselling writer and activist.
Sometimes people say to me: ‘What happened to your brother, Bill?’
That’s when I look them in the eye and say: ‘Hun, you need to chill.’
When Bill can’t be found at school one day, the imaginations of the other children run wild. Is he on holiday? Is he lost in the park? Has he been eaten by a shark?! It’s up to Bill’s sister to explain…
‘A timely, perfectly positive and reassuring read.’ Steven Lenton
‘GLORIOUS and heartwarming with so much love between the two covers. Just beautiful!’ Alex T Smith
Juno Dawson’ debut picture book is a witty and fun-filled rhyming story about family, identity and allyship. Bold, joyful and warm-hearted, its message of love and inclusivity shines through on every page.
Juno Dawson is the internationally bestselling author of Young Adult novels and non-fiction, including Clean and This Book Is Gay, as well as a novelist, screenwriter, journalist, and a columnist for Attitude magazine. Her work has appeared in Glamour, Dazed, Grazia and the Guardian, and she was chosen by Val McDermid as ‘one of the ten most compelling LGBTQ+ writers working in the UK today’.
""Immersive, funny, clever...I couldn't put it down!"" A.F. Steadman, author of the Skandar series
""This book is incredible!"" B.B. Alston, author of Amari and the Night Brothers
""A spellbinding story of empowerment and liberation."" Soman Chainani, New York Times bestselling author of the School for Good and Evil series.
""SPECTACULAR...I absolutely LOVED it."" Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken Legs
Life is tough for twelve-year-old orphan Adia. Her aunt and uncle believe she's a child that brings misfortune, possessed by a demon, and Adia can't disagree. When she suddenly manifests mysterious powers, causing an earthquake in her village, she flees to the faraway Academy of Shamans.
Joining forces with a snarky goddess, a 500-year-old warrior girl and an annoying soldier-in-training, Adia must travel through hidden realms to save her kingdom. But to succeed, she must first come to understand the powers inside her...as the fate of the world hangs in the balance.
Discover a thrilling adventure of magical lands, unique powers and unexpected friendship that you'll never forget!
The Strongest Mum is a warm, funny and original story about a parent-child relationship, perfect for learning about helping each other out, and a great gift to share time and time again.
Little Bear is sure that no-one is as strong as his mum. She can carry anything: his bike, Zebra’s shopping, Elephant’s carpet and even . . . Flamingo’s piano! And of course, there’s ALWAYS room in her handbag for Little Bear’s treasures. But even mums can get tired and need a helping hand sometimes, as Little Bear learns when Mum takes on one thing too many, with hilarious and heart-warming consequences.
Packed full of endearing animal characters, it is sure to delight young children. Nicola Kent’s bright, jewel-like colours and eye-catching illustrations make this a truly stunning picture book.
Spend the day at school and join the little girl in everything she does in a day - from breakfast to bedtime. Meet her classmates and try to spot what each friend is up to in every lesson throughout the book. Can you guess what they want to be when they grow up? This colourful introduction to the school day for little ones is a reassuring read for young children about to go off to school for the first time.
