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Fans of monster trucks can count down from ten to one as they follow ten different crunching, munching, roaring trucks! 10 Little Monster Trucks is a thrilling read where ten little monster trucks gear up for a show. The crowd gives a cheer—Roar! Ready, set... go! Get ready to rumble! On each page of this sturdy, action-packed board book, young...

Lucy is perfectly happy where she is—with her ghostly friends, her camera, and all the small wonders of her home. But when a “For Sale” sign appears in her front yard, Lucy’s world turns upside down. Saying goodbye is hard, especially when your best friends shimmer, glimmer, and twinkle. Through tears, turmoil, and one unforgettable final photo, Lucy learns that...

An adorable new lift-the-flap bedtime board book, perfect for little hands. Say goodnight with Peter Rabbit: Peter’s Bedtime with this gentle, soothing story. With smooth rounded corners, chunky board pages, and large flaps to lift, this is the perfect bedtime book for little hands. The moon is shining and the stars are twinkling - it's time to go to bed,...

Packed full of fun, with thick board pages and rounded corners, What the Ladybird Heard at Christmas is the perfect gift for little hands this festive season from the bestselling picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks. In a big old house, the ladybird is visiting her friend the spider for the festive season. But those two bad...

Join in the farmyard fun in this brilliantly funny rhyming adventure from the stellar picture-book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks. Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len are two crafty robbers with a cunning plan to steal the farmer's fine prize cow. But little do they know that the tiniest, quietest creature of all has overheard their plot, and she...

Discover the dazzling world of Barbie in this beautifully illustrated compendium by global bestselling fashion illustrator, Megan Hess. Join Barbie on a stylish journey through her most iconic places, vehicles, careers, friends, and unforgettable fashions through the decades. Featuring Megan’s signature artwork inspired by real Barbie dolls and accessories, alongside fun facts and bite-sized tidbits, this is the ultimate encyclopaedic...

Create your own world of Barbie with this incredible dress-up sticker book by global bestselling fashion illustrator, Megan Hess. Unleash your imagination as you dress-up Barbie and decorate more than 12 beautiful scenes with over 100 stickers. Celebrate the iconic style of Barbie and her friends as you add your own creative flair to her world! CUSTOMISE HER WORLD: Enjoy...

A new Murdle Junior novel from the bestselling Murdle puzzle series! Junior detective Olivia is the greatest computer programmer in the world, so she's extremely excited to be spending the summer working at her father's company. TekCo Futures' latest invention, the MORIARTY Supercomputer, is a powerful and definitely safe artificial intelligence that most people believe will save the world. Olivia's...

Courage, kindness, and adventure abound in this charming, illustrated chapter book series! While the search for a golden acorn has Fernwood Forest all a-fluster, Mona the mouse plans a surprise of her own to bring all the animals together. Everything is humming at the Heartwood Hotel one year after the forest fire. Yet Mona the mouse feels like something is...

Paint with water for search and find fiery dragon fun! Create roar-tastic pictures with this water painting book, then search and find the dragon pictures that are hiding on each page. Simply apply water with the special pen, leave to dry, then paint your pictures and search and find again.

Bila, a river cycle is a lyrical journey through Country that twists and turns like a mountain stream, written by award-winning Wiradjuri poet Jazz Money and brought to life through Matt Chun's exquisite hand-drawn illustrations. What became of the river who rose up and called themself human? Bila, a river cycle is a delightfully surprising tale of a river that...

Angry anacondas, blizzarding blobs, carnivorous cactuses ... what kind of twisted curse will Glam-Evil think up this time?!Only it's not just Glam-Evil's curse the gang needs to worry about; they've got a few other problems, too. Swooping Pteranodons, a hungry T-Rex, a missing mother, and ... is that ... an ASTEROID?!Join MILES AND JONES as they face their biggest challenge...

Young children can push, pull, and slide the tabs to celebrate the festival of Hanukkah in Busy Hanukkah! Join in to learn about the celebration, make yummy potato latkes, play a game of dreidel, and light the menorah. Toddlers will love playing with this bright, colourful board book, featuring gentle, rhyming text and wonderful illustrations by Edita Hajdu. This is...

One will have the power of wings of fire ... Join the brave young dragons of Pyrrhia as they face epic quests, hidden secrets, dangerous enemies, and unforgettable friendships. This action-packed collection brings together the first nine bestselling graphic novels in the Wings of Fire series, beautifully illustrated and full of excitement on every page. Perfect for fans of fantasy,...

Enter the extraordinary world of Wings of Fire with this epic 16-book box set from bestselling author Tui T. Sutherland. Follow brave young dragons as they embark on thrilling quests, uncover ancient secrets, forge powerful friendships, and face dangers that will shape the future of Pyrrhia and beyond. Packed with action, adventure, humour, and heart, this captivating fantasy series has...

A fabulously festive animal book with soft felt flaps and a surprise mirror ending - perfect for sharing with babies and toddlers at Christmas. From the range of joyful preschool books created by bestselling author Camilla Reid and illustrated by the award-winning Nila Aye, Who's Jolly? is a first lift-the-flap book that is perfect for sharing with a very jolly...

An inclusive picture book about friendship, sign language and deaf awareness, created by Julia Donaldson, author of The Gruffalo, with a group of deaf children. The jackdaw wants all his animal friends to come to his party, but when he calls out his invitation they just touch their heads. Why won't they answer? And what do their actions mean? Featuring...

We Live in a Bus. She's called Gracie Joy Rufus Bean (we couldn't agree on a name). Gracie Joy Rufus Bean has six wheels and a door that opens when you push a button, tic-shhh! Join one family as they enjoy life on the road—camping under the stars, listening to nature, and making new friends along the way.

A gorgeously illustrated Christmas classic re-written and illustrated by Alex T. Smith, The Twelve Days of Christmas, or Grandma is Overly Generous, is the creator of the Claude series and How Winston Delivered Christmas. On the first day of Christmas my Grandma sent to me . . . Grandma's presents may start off sensible - a partridge is easy enough...

Meet Herbert, your time-tourist travel guide, and spend a day in ancient Egypt as you discover the sights and sounds of one of the world's great ancient civilisations. Packed with curriculum-linked ephemera and stories about the past, this guide will see you: Sail down the Nile Stop off at the pyramids Shop at an Ancient Egyptian market Meet gods and...

How Many Is That? is a fun rhyming board book about numbers starring Rosie Revere, Engineer and her fellow Questioneers—as babies!—from the New York Times bestselling creators of Ada Twist, Scientist and Aaron Slater, Illustrator. Rosie has one cookie. Sofia has two. Add them together, you get something new! What happens when you add all the cookies together? What happens...

The perfect gift for any child this Christmas. From Alex T. Smith, bestselling author of festive favourites How Winston Delivered Christmas, How Winston Came Home for Christmas and The Grumpus, comes a gorgeous retelling of children's Christmas classic The Nutcracker - a Christmas Story in twenty-four-and-a-half chapters. The Mouse King is up to some very sneaky shenanigans. The night before...

A story of kindness and determination, join Tisky as she tries to bring unity and colour to Last Island. Before 1861, the world was black and white. As Colour reached the end of his job, world weary, he stopped to rest on Last Island: the last uncoloured place. The people of the island are believed to be the reason for...

It's everyone's Christmas wish come true! The Night Before Christmas in Neverland brings two magical worlds together in one epic, festive adventure - the iconic world of J.M. Barrie's classic story, Peter Pan in Neverland, and Clement C. Moore's beloved poem, The Night Before Christmas. T'was the night before Christmas... and the reindeer were having their usual squabble about who...

The Mubbles: The Good, the Bad and the Perky is the third in the hilarious full-colour graphic novel series by Liz Pichon, the globally bestselling creator of Tom Gates. "I laughed so much, I could barely breathe!" - Ellie "I read this book 5 times over, it was so good!" - Hugo Return to The Isle of Smile and the...

A stunning hardback treasury, containing a collection of gothic tales from around the world, introduced by award-winning author Frances Hardinge. This spine-chilling collection contains treasures from the Macmillan archives, alongside gothic tales from around the world. Discover Christina Rossetti's The Goblin Market and Washington Irving's Sleepy Hollow, as well as stories, extracts and poems from internationally renowned literary giants such...

Could llamas learn to fly? What is a shark's greatest fear? And are scientists really going to bring back woolly mammoths? The animal world is incredible – and just full of the kinds of weird wonders that leave you with questions squeaking, squawking, and chattering about in your brain! Luckily, The Little Bedtime Book of Impossible Animal Questions is here...

From Alex T. Smith, bestselling author of the Claude series and How Winston Delivered Christmas, comes a fantastically festive Christmas adventure about a gorgeous grumpy character. A modern day Grinch, The Grumpus is a heartwarming story that celebrates the true meaning of Christmas and is accompanied by irresistible colour artwork, making it the perfect story for all the family to...

A fun, fact-filled graphic novel exploring planet Earth, as well as life, the solar system, and everything else! Loaded with fascinating facts, engaging characters, and hilarious comic strips, this friendly guide to Earth will keep children entertained for hours. Join Jasper and Rocky as they embark on a thrilling journey through our amazing planet in this captivating graphic novel. From...

Travel to the bottom of the ocean to explore the hidden deep sea environment with marine biologist Dr Helen Scales. The deep sea is the biggest, most mysterious part of our planet. For a long time, scientists thought it was just a huge empty space, devoid of life: too dark, too cold, too much pressure and not enough food. Now...

Relax and enjoy the charming world of Sylvanian Families with this adorable advent calendar colouring book packed full of festive images and designs. Sylvanian Families Cosy Christmas is perfect for stress relief and mindful moments, and fun for all ages! Join Freya Chocolate and her friends for some cosy festive fun in the Sylvanian Village, from Christmas markets and snow-filled...

Return to Sweet Valley with this delightful 6-book Sweet Valley Twins: The Graphic Novel boxed set! Based on the classic series by Francine Pascal, these full-colour graphic novel adaptations follow twins Jessica and Elizabeth Wakefield as they navigate friendship, family, school and all the excitement of middle school life. With plenty of drama, humour and heartfelt moments, the twins’ adventures...

A laugh-out-loud picture book about the perils of saying no - and the fun to be found when you say yes! Stanley Said No is a little boy who just can't stop saying no. Will Stanley stop ringing the bell on the bus, over and over again? NO! Will he queue up nicely outside the museum? NO! Will he take...

Hold on tight for a thrilling ride through the history of fairgrounds! Step right up for an all-access pass to the past, present, and pulse-pounding mechanics of the fairground! This fascinating book uncovers the rich history of theme parks, from medieval charter fairs and Victorian steam-powered rides to the wild days of Coney Island and the opening of Disneyland. Meet...

School Bus Graveyard, Volume 2 is the fast-paced "kids-on-bikes" WebToon thriller perfect for fans of Five Nights at Freddy’s and Stranger Things aged 13+. High school was already hard enough—now it’s cursed! Ashlyn and her classmates are trapped. Night after night, as darkness descends, the sky turns red and they’re forced to fight for their lives against the shadowy, murderous...

A thrilling adventure, deep into the heart of our world's most remarkable forests, by award-winning and bestselling author Yuval Zommer. On this wilderness adventure—part of Yuval Zommer's Our Wonders series—readers will come face-to-face with incredible creatures, from giant otters in the Amazon rainforest to wild wolves making a comeback in the Black Forest and the legend of Robin Hood in...

Dogs are popular pets all over the world. They do just about everything with us—cuddle on couches, hike through the hills, and even sometimes sleep on our beds. They come in all shapes and sizes, with breeds ranging from tiny toys to gargantuan giants. Dogs have been people's constant companions for thousands of years, and there's almost no end to...

Monkey Dragon Rabbit! by MeiLin Chan brings Zodiac animals to life in this laugh-out-loud Lunar New Year story, where holiday traditions meet Jumanji-style fun! Tai receives a special red envelope for Lunar New Year. But the celebration is still an entire day away, and he cannot wait to see what is inside! Hoping for chocolate, he instead discovers a set...

Discover the world of photography through twenty fun and easy projects using either a smartphone or a camera. Photography is one of the easiest ways to get creative with kids. Mini Photographers features twenty art projects that can be completed either with a smartphone camera or a camera. Each project is inspired by an iconic photo that is reproduced in...

From the multi award-winning creator of the modern classic Meerkat Mail, this gorgeous festive treat is full of Christmas card flaps to lift, as Sunny the meerkat travels the world in the search of the perfect Christmas. A Sunday Times Book of the Year. Sunny wants a white Christmas, with a decorated tree, carols and sprouts for dinner... none of...

Marvel: Whose Superpower Is That? (An Abrams On the Job Book) invites young readers to match superpowers to their respective Marvel superheroes. Prepare to guess, lift, and discover in this exciting interactive board book featuring fan-favourite characters. Is that Spider-Man’s web or Captain America’s shield? Whose giant green fists are smashing through the page? With colourful clues and playful text,...

Young readers are invited to lose themselves on a journey through myths and legends from around the world. Combining the seek-and-find fun of Where's Wally? with the irreverent hilarity of Horrible Histories, this seek-and-find book introduces young readers to the otherworldly characters of ancient myths. Spanning nine different cultures from around the globe, Lost and Found in Mythology puts readers...

Time travel through the history of the Vikings as seen through the eyes of one historical family. Voyage through hundreds of years of seafaring, swashbuckling history as you uncover the story of the Vikings. Follow the adventures of one family through time as each new generation helps tell the story of one of the greatest seafaring civilizations of all time....

The second book in a funny, action-packed new 5+ graphic fiction series set in the world of LEGO NINJAGO Dragons Rising, starring brave young dragon Riyu! Riyu has begun learning the ANCIENT ART OF SPINJITZU at the monastery with his friends, Arin and Sora! When they discover a village of craglings being menaced by earth dragons, Riyu wants to help!...

The first book in a funny, action-packed new 5+ graphic fiction series set in the world of LEGO Ninjago Dragons Rising, starring brave young dragon Riyu! RAAAAWK! Dragon hunters are after Riyu! But they're no match for him... he'll FLY RIGHT OUT OF THEIR CLUTCHES! Except he hasn't quite learned how to do that, yet. OOPS. Luckily, NEW FRIENDS and...

The second book in a hilarious new graphic fiction series set in the world of LEGO City. Perfect for those aged 5+ who are fans of gaming, stunts, and all things epic! Just Jason and his dad are entering the Bricksburg soap box race... in a car shaped like a duck! They must be quackers! They make it over the...

The first book in a hilarious new 5+ graphic fiction series set in the world of LEGO City. The first book in a hilarious new young graphic fiction series set in the world of LEGO City. Perfect for 5+ fans of gaming, stunts and all things epic! Galaxy Donuts is closing down today. Just Jason is crushed — and that's...

Jamie Oliver invites the youngest readers into the kitchen to discover a fun and tasty world of food. Every page of this sturdy board book features a new read-aloud word to see and say. Then, lift the flap to follow the action: squeeze the lime, blitz the banana... In five simple steps you'll have made berry sunshine lollies. Cool! Designed...

The tenth story in the bestselling If I had a... series, which imagines life with a penguin as a pet. If I had a penguin starts innocently enough when a single Adélie penguin appears at the front door. What our protagonist hasn't anticipated is that this penguin is part of a colony... If I had a penguin imagines a sequence...

Join Winston the mouse as he sets out on another irresistible Christmas adventure! From Alex T. Smith, bestselling author of the Claude series, comes How Winston Came Home for Christmas – the festive sequel to the much-loved How Winston Delivered Christmas. Full of gorgeous colour artwork and Christmassy activities for all the family to enjoy, this second Winston adventure is...

A hilarious and thought-provoking picture book for ages 4-8 that uses a tiny would-be villain to explore the promise and pitfalls of artificial intelligence, blending comic book-style fun with big questions about technology, empathy, and what it means to be human. He's three inches tall. He has enormous plans. And he's about to learn a very important lesson. How to...

Uncover the animal kingdom's secrets of disguise in this delightful, interactive book. Acclaimed author and illustrator Amandine Delaunay invites curious kids into a playful world of animal disguises. With the aid of translucent overlays, readers can lift, layer and experiment with clever camouflage techniques found across the animal kingdom. Discover how manta rays, killer whales and whale sharks glide unseen...

The perfect Christmas gift for little ones, with festive treats to spot, shiny mirror on every page and a gorgeous mirror ending. Babies and toddlers will love finding the jolly delights on each reflective page in this unique mirror book, full of bold shapes, high contrast colours and new words to enjoy. The shiny mirrors and bright colours are ideal...

Because somewhere, an angel is listening . . . It's Christmas Eve. The tree is decorated, the presents are wrapped, and it's a big day for Grace. She is singing a song in the nativity show, and her fisherman daddy has promised to be back in time to watch her. But when a storm blows up at sea, Grace walks...

A delightful mirror book that teaches babies about common facial expressions. Introduce your little one to different facial expressions and feelings with this engaging mirror board book! Babies will love exploring and learning different facial expressions in a fun and interactive way. Each page features captivating photographic images and interactive text that encourages little readers to try out different facial...

Step into the heart of a medieval castle in this ultimate visual guide to the world's most formidable fortresses. Travel back in time to explore the drafty corridors of a medieval castle. In Eyewitness Castle, find out how medieval fortresses were built, defended, and lived in. Uncover the secrets behind the castle walls, from the daily lives of knights and...

Have you ever wondered what life is like for a Minecraft Zombie? Take a peek into the diary of thirteen-year-old Zack Zombie. He's just like any other kid, only a lot more dead! And in a lot more trouble! Each Super Special book contains three exciting adventures that Zombie and his friends find themselves in. Read how they gain superpowers,...

Meet the funniest trio in town! Despite their differences, they always have each other’s backs. After a series of wacky mishaps, Blue, Barry, and Pancakes find themselves inside a Roller Duck Ball stadium. Forced to compete in this nonsensical yet highly popular sport, the gang discovers a natural talent for the game. Soon enough, they find themselves hurtling towards athletic...

Befittingly for a book about how love can make us braver and stronger, Hoang Giang's illustrations glow magnificently: her sunset-coloured depiction of Earnest surrounded by his favourite things, from blueberries to the perfect tree, is one of the most gorgeous picture book spreads I've seen all year. - The Observer A beautiful picture book for young children about love, friendship...

A series of heists is taking place across famous London locations, from Trafalgar Square to the Lyceum Theatre and beyond. In this collection of sprawling illustrations, find Holmes and friends, and help them solve a series of crimes. In each illustration, characters and clues are waiting to be discovered. Put them together to find the villain – but don’t be...

Follow the mystery tail in this interactive finger-trail adventure! Whose is this tail? Whose can it be? I followed the tail, just to see. One curious child and one long, colourful tail invite you on a playful journey, using your finger to trace the tactile trail through every twist and turn. Children will delight in exploring die-cut doors and windows,...

Why is it so cold at Christmas? Because it's Decembrrrrr! What do elves use to make Christmas cakes? Elf-raising flour! What's miserable and covered in custard? Apple grumble! Packed full of seasonal silliness and funny festive jokes that will keep you laughing for days - and that's sno joke! From Christmas jokes to food jokes, dinosaur jokes to pirate jokes,...

A companion to Drawing Is Magic: Discovering Yourself in a Sketchbook, this playful and motivational sketchbook from New York Times bestselling author-artist John Hendrix will inspire creativity in artists of any age or experience level. Have you ever wanted to draw but fear of being "bad" kept you from even trying? Or you have no idea where to start? Good...

It's a normal day in The Woods - Monkey is flying a mechanical goose, Action Beaver is setting something on fire, and Bunny is trying to get some peace. UNTIL . . . the gang discover the Park Ranger has a secret file about each of them! Find out what the files reveal plus what our woodland friends would really...

An empowering cross-genre YA anthology that explores what it means to be a monster, exclusively highlighting trans and queer authors who offer new tales and perspectives on classic monster stories and tropes. Be not afraid! These monsters, creatures, and beasties are not what they appear. We Mostly Come Out at Night is a YA anthology that reclaims the monstrous for...

Step through the magic door to a brilliant search and find adventure in Sweetwood. Take a peak inside Vida's vet bag, get active with Popcorn, and make some music with all your favourite Vida the Vet characters. There's loads of fun and surprising things to find on every page! Featuring thirteen full-colour search-and-find spreads, this beautiful 32-page paperback book is...

Stephanie Garber meets The Rose Bargain in this riveting slow-burn YA romantasy where even love has a price, from bestselling author, Sophie Gonzales. Sometimes what you want is right in front of you . . . Declan has everything money can buy except the one thing he wants most: to resurrect the woman who raised him. Calla is fae and...

In this emotionally rich story from New York Times bestselling author Gideon Sterer and award-winning illustrator Emily Hughes, a monster trapped at the bottom of a wishing well plots his escape, reminding us that true wealth is measured not in coins but in love, freedom, and the beauty of nature. Plip! Plop! Plip! The coins fall down into the well,...

A hilarious, action-packed tale from #1 New York Times bestselling author, starring a lovable, miniature cast of toys who must undertake their biggest mission yet: saving the family dog. Meet the Dog Toys—a ragtag group of unlikely heroes who have one thing in common: Moose. Goofy Moose. Clumsy Moose. Loveable Moose. Chews-on-his-toys-until-the-stuffing-comes-loose Moose. As much as they love their dog,...

For fans of the Warrior Cats franchise, this action-packed sequel follows Zephyr, a tank-bred axolotl newly freed into the lake whose rebel faction is intent on destroying the Immortal Code. Zephyr isn't out to make friends. After a gruelling escape from an axolotl breeding facility, all he cares about is being reunited with his sister Luna. He places his trust...

The Last Immortals: Dawn of the Axolotl tells the story of Ace, an abandoned axolotl who struggles to survive both human and animal predators in his quest to save himself—and his entire species. This epic middle grade fantasy, perfect for fans of Warrior Cats, introduces readers to the fascinating world of axolotls, the X-Men of the sea. There's danger lurking...

From the author of Penelope's Balloons, a tale about a grumpy little bee who learns to manage her emotions, perfect for fans of Grumpy Monkey. Princess Posie is mad as can be. Every day is filled with the same boring princess duties, yucky foods, and impossible-to-achieve expectations. Posie knows the hive is counting on her to become the queen one...

For readers of Raina Telgemeier and Jerry Craft comes a fresh, funny kids' graphic novel series about three problem-solving besties and their humorous money-making schemes. Electric James, or Lex, as his friends call him, is finally turning ten, and that means one thing: he's getting a phone! And with the hottest phone on the market—the Apollo XL—he's sure to become...

A collection of brilliant short stories perfect for taking on holiday from the world's best-loved storyteller! Pack your bags, and get ready for a sunny adventure! Discover what happens when you find a four-leaved clover, meet a mermaid by the sea, or catch the person who stole your bicycle! These short stories from Enid Blyton are exactly what you need...

Jasper and Cleo are two little cows who should be taking a nap, but... "It's hot and my legs are wiggly," said Jasper. "The grass is itchy and my tail is twitchy," said Cleo. When a bite from a hungry horsefly causes the other cows in their herd to stampede, Jasper and Cleo are more than happy to join in...

From #1 New York Times bestselling, award-winning author Mo Willems comes Snake & Bat, an exciting early reader series set in the world of Elephant & Piggie! Bat plans so that Snake does not have to. Snake goes to bat when Bat makes mis-snakes. Best Friends Snake and Bat love being themselves with each other. In What Will We Find...

Think a cog is just a circle with spikes? Think again! Cogs have been used to map the stars, travel along the Great Wall, and even race in the Tour de France. Mighty Models: The Legendary Life Story of the Cogwheel highlights ten important key moments in which the cog levelled up in history—from being a wheel to a telescope...

Everyone's hiding something in middle school. Jamie McKenzie's secret? She's a werewolf. New town. New school. Fresh start. Jamie's determined to keep her hairy legs hidden, her emotions in check, and her monster side locked down. No drama. No disasters. Just one painfully normal middle school year. Everything seems to be going according to plan until she's seated next to...

Lonely latchkey kid Tobi dreams of growing up to fight the giant monsters that plague his city, just like his dad does. However, when he stumbles upon the power to turn into the colossal superhero, Go-Man, he realises he's been wishing his childhood away. Go-Man vs. the Star Dragon is an action-packed, highly bingeable middle grade adventure about how one...