Does Ben, a schoolboy from London, have what it takes
to be a twenty-first-century warrior?
'An empowering story of courage and friendship and protecting
our planet's animals' BEAR GRYLLS
London schoolboy Ben is visiting his father's homeland of Kenya.
Ben thinks he won't fit in with his estranged Maasai cousins but
when he arrives, he finds there is a lot more at stake than his
pride ...
In a thrilling adventure of tribal cutlure and elephant conservation,
Ben embarks on a journey of self-understanding and friendship.
Shortlisted for the Times/Chicken House
Children's Fiction Competition, Warrior Boy is
a timely, thrilling and emotional story of adventure and belonging.
Explores themes of masculinity, identity and overcoming
fear, as well as touching on environmental conservation and the
protection of threatened cultures.
A new and exciting voice for middle grade, Virginia lives
and works in the novel's setting of Kenya, teaching English
and Drama.
This tabbed board book is a fun, durable format and the perfect introduction to the characters and vehicles of Fireman Sam.
Visit the Mountain Rescue centre to see Wallaby 2 and read how Neptune helps Penny to save a shipwrecked Norman. With bold, bright colours and simple labelled illustrations, little heroes will love learning about the rescues Sam and the Fire Crew make.
Also available:
Fireman Sam: Let's go, team! Sticker Scenes 9781405292993
Fireman Sam: Heroes in Training Sticker Activity Book 9781405280310
Fireman Sam: Ready, Steady, Rescue! Magnet Book 9781405280327
Fireman Sam My First Storybook: Jupiter and the Water Tower Inferno 9781405291729
Fireman Sam's Animal Rescues 9781405287159
Fireman Sam: A Peep-Through Adventure 9781405291736
Max is a young boy living in an ordinary tower block. He longs for adventure in his life - then one day - DOOF! - a flying pony called Kevin crashes into his flat, blown in by a magical storm!
The storm causes a huge flood and soon Max's town submerged by water. Luckily for the town, Max has a flying pony to come to the rescue, and luckily for Kevin, he has a new best friend and a constant supply of his favourite thing - biscuits.
Together Max and Kevin will embark on many wild adventures together . . .
This is the start of a hilarious new series brought to you by the creative and inspiring duo Philip Reeve and Sarah McIntyre and is packed with amazing two-colour illustrations.
The Good, the Bad and the Deadly 7 is a funny, action-packed, exciting monster adventure by the director of Sing, Garth Jennings.
Having seven invisible monsters to hang out with during the summer holidays is pretty great, but now it's time to go back to school, and if Nelson's not careful, the Deadly 7 are going to get him into serious trouble. The monsters agree to stay away (and hang out in London Zoo), but there's one problem: something huge and invisible has started rampaging through the French countryside and it looks like Nelson and his monsters might be the only ones who can help.
Who better to stop one enormous terrifying monster than seven little angry, sneaky, greedy, vain, adorable, thieving, farting monsters? That's right, Stan, Puff, Nosh, Miser, Hoot, Crush and Spike are here to save the day!
The third book in Philip Pullman's classic Sally Lockhart
quartet in a beautiful new edition.
Sally Lockhart is 25, and somebody wants to destroy her. She receives
divorce papers from a man she has never met, let alone married
- yet this trap is so well laid that she is powerless to prove
otherwise. When custody of her precious daughter is awarded to
this evil stranger, it is the beginning of a terrifying struggle
in which Sally will have to fight, and kill if necessary, for the
freedom of her family.
Don't miss Philip Pullman's incredible HIS DARK MATERIALS
trilogy, now a thrilling, critically acclaimed BBC/HBO television
series.
Voices: Son of the Circus - A Victorian Story
explores the life of a young mixed-race boy, Ted, living with his
mother and poorly older brother in Victorian Bradfield.“The
superb Voices series takes unsung
heroes of the past and imagines them recounting the story of their
remarkable lives' ” - The Times
When a stranger, a man the boys don't remember ever seeing before,
appears in their kitchen, Ted is hit with a shocking revelation.
This man is his father – the first black circus
owner in Victorian Britain, Pablo Fanque.
Before Ted can recover from his shock, he is sent away with Pablo
to learn the tricks of the circus trade. Pablo is determined
for Ted to follow in his footsteps.
But can Ted adapt to this terrifying new life amongst strangers?
And will he ever see his beloved mother and brother again?
Fresh new voice, E. L. Norry, continues this exciting new series
that explores authentic and moving accounts of the life of British
immigrants throughout history. Norry shows us a fascinating
and rarely seen world that's sure to hook young readers.
""E. L. Norry's Son of the Circus is perfect for children
with an itch to run away to spit and sawdust and rearing
horses, in a fictionalised account of Pablo Fanque, the first black
circus proprietor in Victorian Britain. A joy of a book: exciting
and brilliantly vivid.' Katherine Rundell
ABOUT THE SERIES: VOICES
A thrilling series showcasing some of the UK’s finest writers
for young people
Voices reflects the authentic, unsung stories
of our past
Each shows that, even in times of great upheaval, a myriad of
people have arrived on this island and made a home for themselves
– from Roman times to the present day
Perfect for teaching children about inclusivity and diversity.
Squid Game meets They Both Die at the End in the first in a thrilling new YA series.
Nominated for the 2024 Carnegie Medal for writing
An Amazon best YA Book of the Year 2023
Shortlisted for the YA Book Prize 2024
We are in an epidemic. An epidemic of unhappiness.
Friends, here is the good news: HappyHead has the answer.
When Seb is offered a place on a radical retreat designed to solve the national crisis of teenage unhappiness, he is determined to change how people see him and make his parents proud. But as he finds himself drawn to the enigmatic Finn, Seb starts to question the true nature of the challenges they must undergo. The deeper into the programme the boys get, the more disturbing the assessments become, until it’s clear there may be no escape...
‘Like Hunger Games but better.’ Sue Wallman, author of Lying About Last Summer
‘A truly thought-provoking thriller, channelling the menace of dystopian favourites such as Maze Runner and The Hunger Games.’ Observer
A dark, gothic adventure set deep in a Bavarian forest, with angels and owls and magic and a boy who isn't all that he seems to be...
A cherub is blown into Cassie Engel's bedroom during a thunderstorm, triggering a series of terrifying events. Cassie must discover if its arrival was an accident or part of something more sinister.
With a self-obsessed opera singer for a mother, a strange taxidermist father, and a best friend who isn't quite what he seems, Cassie is forced to unearth the secrets of her family's past. As the dark forces gather around them, can Cassie protect all that she holds dear?
The fantastic debut novel from Lucy Hope, with cover illustration by Anna Shepeta.
Get ready for an exciting fairy adventure with the no. 1 bestselling series for girls aged 5 and up.
Emma the Easter Fairy works alongside the Easter Bunny to make sure that this special time of year is a happy and fun-filled time for everyone! But when the pesky goblins steal Emma's magical Easter Eggs, chaos reigns! Can Rachel and Kirsty help Emma to save Easter before it's ruined forever...?
'These stories are magic; they turn children into readers!' ReadingZone.com
If you like Rainbow Magic, check out Daisy Meadows' other series: Magic Animal Friends and Unicorn Magic!
Matthew Buzzington must grapple with an unusual superpower in this riotous, laugh-out-loud adventure from the bestselling author of the Mr Gum series.
Matthew Buzzington has a superpower – he can turn into a fly! It’s just that it hasn’t happened yet, which is pretty bad timing really because there are robbers and flying pineapples out to get him. Can he make his superpower work?
Particularly suitable for readers aged 7+ with a reading age of 7.
""Fantasy at its best."" The Daily Telegraph
""With echoes of Susan Cooper, this has all the feel of a classic."" Sarah Baker
“A masterfully written story surging with powerful energy.” Sinéad O'Hart
An enchanting magical adventure set in the wild moors of Dartmoor – the second middle-grade novel from the author of Nevertell.
Through the glass, the magic is waiting…
Nona and her uncle travel everywhere together, replacing stained-glass windows in war-torn buildings. When a mysterious commission takes them to the lonely moors of Dartmoor, Nona discovers a wild and powerful magic which threatens everything. Can Nona protect those she loves – even if it means fighting darkness itself?
A beautifully imaginative and rich adventure about determination, courage and the power of love, set in the aftermath of World War Two. Perfect for fans of Abi Elphinstone, Sophie Anderson and Catherine Doyle.
Praise for Glassheart:
""Orton's fantastical world is creepily drawn; even better is her understanding of grief, suffering and healing."" Observer
“Rich and atmospheric, Glassheart feels like a long-lost folktale brimming with ghostly magic.” Jennifer Bell
“Katharine Orton writes about history as someone who understands it, and about magic as though she could probably do it. Shatteringly good.” Nick Tomlinson
""Glassheart shimmers with magic and adventure ... A story that left a sparkling splinter in my soul."" Damaris Young
Praise for Nevertell:
“This is fantasy at its best.” Daily Telegraph
“A coming-of-age tale that’s compelling, exciting and as chilling as the snow-bound landscape in which it is set.” Financial Times
“Readers will be captivated … A magical, snowy adventure perfect for winter nights.” BookTrust
“Featuring themes of bravery, friendship, sorcery and survival, this beautifully written story is ideal for fans of magical adventure tales.” The Week Junior
“A tale that sparkles with frosty magic.” Thomas Taylor
“Orton's use of language is masterful and her vivid descriptions bring the journey to life … Perfect to snuggle up with on a winter's afternoon.” ReadingZone
“It’s an unusual juxtaposition – the harsh world of political prisoners in a forced labour camp versus one of ice castles, spirit children and giant eagles. Katharine Orton pulls it off brilliantly.” The Bookseller
From the bestselling author of THE GIRL OF INK & STARS comes
a gorgeous wintry folk tale for young and old alike - an exciting
adventure to the frozen north, perfect for fans of Philip Pullman.
'This gorgeous story of bravery, sisterhood,
goodbyes and beginnings is a must for everyone.' JESSIE
BURTON
'The Way Past Winter is a masterclass in exquisite
storytelling.' CATHERINE DOYLE
'Gorgeous,
heartfelt and incredibly exciting. Her best yet, and that's
saying something.' ROBIN STEVENS
Mila and her
sisters live with their brother Oskar in a small forest cabin in
the snow. One night, a fur-clad stranger arrives seeking shelter
for himself and his men. But by the next morning, they've gone -
taking Oskar with them. Fearful for his safety, Mila and her sisters
set out to bring Oskar back - even it means going north, crossing
frozen wild-lands to find a way past an eternal winter.
