But now I am Six, I'm as clever as clever. So I think I'll be six now for ever and ever!'Curl up with Winnie-the-Pooh and Christopher Robin in A. A. Milne’s classic book of poetry for children, Now We Are Six.This work includes poems for children which feature Pooh helping Christopher Robin with his schoolwork (if helping is the word). It is an evocation of childhood, through the ey…
An enchanting take on the legend of King Arthur from Britain’s best-loved children’s author, Michael Morpurgo.‘There stood before me an ancient man swathed in a dark and tattered fleece, his long hair and beard matted with filth, his face grey with grief and age. Holding the sword out in front of me, I backed away until I felt the sink behind me and I could go no further. His eyes followed me all …
A classic children’s story from one of our best-loved authors, former Children’s Laureate Anne Fine.Bill Simpson wakes up to find he’s a girl, and worse, his mother makes him wear a frilly pink dress to school. How on earth is he going to survive a whole day like this? Everything just seems to be different for girls …Anne Fine’s fun school stories have been delighting children for more than 20 yea…
Classic magic and mystery from one of Britain’s best-loved authors of fantasy adventure. Perfect for fans of Harry Potter, Eva Ibbotson, Cornelia Funke’s Inkheart and Shane Hegarty’s Darkmouth.An Academy for magic and special talents. A destiny unfulfilled. A secret legacy.The seventh instalment of the international best-selling series from Jenny Nimmo starring Charlie Bone.The enchanter Count Har…
A thrilling collection of myths, legends and ghost stories from War Horse author and former Children's Laureate Michael Morpurgo.Since the beginning of time, strange and mysterious things have happened here … At the furthest edge of Britain, where the sea gently washes over the land and myths brush against reality, lies Zennor. Set in a church town where men become beats and ghosts roam freel…
The Little Somethings is a charming series, ideal for kids who love collecting Mr Men and Little Miss.Somewhere, not so far away, there's a cave filled with wonderful creatures. They’re called the Little Somethings, which is unfortunate, because the Greedy Guzzler is very hungry … and looking for a little something to satisfy his appetite …Those poor Little Somethings; they’re terrified of be…
A classic and heartfelt war story from War Horse author and former Children's Laureate, Michael Morpurgo.Escaping from China as the Japanese invade, Ashley and Uncle Sung embark on a perilous journey across the Himalayas. Then Ashley finds himself alone in the hostile mountains, battling for his life. He is just about to give up all hope, when he has a mysterious and terrifying encounter …Aut…
The irresistible Paddington Bear, who was found on Paddington station, returns in this reissued novel, with a brand new cover design.Paddington has a knack for ‘smelling out things’, and his sharp nose, supported by marmalade sandwiches, leads him into many adventures. Whether it’s lending a paw to a famous Russian ballet dancer, or serving baked elastic instead of ‘Baked Alaska’ this unforgettabl…
The story of the little Ladybird Marie, who wants to paint dots everythere. Chinese-English.New release of the classic in Chinese-English! Ladybird Marie paints all the animals with dots. The animals don't like them. Marie is very sad. She flies away from her home! Will Marie find a place where she can paint her dots?Nominated for the best European radio play at Prix Europa.爱画点点 的小瓢虫玛丽. 中文 – …
A brand new title in the bestselling gorgeously gothic and wickedly funny Amelia Fang series – perfect for readers of 7+MEET AMELIA FANGThe bravest little vampire in the kingdomIt’s the half-moon holidays in gloomy Nocturnia which means no school for Amelia and her friends! Instead they are going to spend it with their Rainbow Rangers troop, (lead by unicorns Ricky and Graham) earning badges on Su…
A beautifully moving, exquisite and utterly original love story from Carnegie-shortlisted author Jenny Valentine – for 12+ girls, boys, and everything in between.This is more than one story, more than one Now. But I’ll tell it as best I can.Me? I’m Jude – like the Patron Saint of lost causes. Him? He’s Novo. Like nothing on earth. Literally.In the beginning, before Novo showed up, my mum and me mo…
Praise for Virginia Macgregor:'I defy you not to fall in love' Clare MackintoshHow do you change what’s already written in the stars?Christopher is the sort of guy that no one notices, yet when Air catches sight of him making intricate paper birds in the airport, she can’t look away. But their worlds are about to collide in ways they never expected. Someone they love is on Flight 0217 fr…
A magical middle grade book about family, friendship and finding out who you are, full of emotion and a secret fantasy world to discover. Perfect for 10 year olds and fans of Jacqueline Wilson, Ross Welford, Kiran Millwood-Hargrave and The House with Chicken Legs. From a rising star of children's books.This place is magic … but it's not the sort of magic that comes from wands and spells …
A classic children’s book from one of best-loved Bill's New Frock authors, former Children’s Laureate Anne Fine. Perfect for readers aged between 7 and 9 and fans of Awful Auntie and Pamela Butchart's Wigglesbottom Primary series.Until the angel came, Penny, Mark and Marigold were bitterly unhappy. ‘Fat.’ ‘Freak.’ ‘Smelly.’ Barry Hunter was bullying them and everyone at Nitshill Road Sch…
The fifth gripping adventure in this exciting new pony-club series!With gymkhanas to win, rivals to defeat, mysteries to solve and ponies in danger to save – these books are perfect for all readers who love ponies.When Aunty Hess opens a riding school for the summer, Issie and her pony-club friends go along to help out. Issie gets to know Comet, a naughty but talented pony with real showjumping pr…