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Specially commissioned short stories, by prize-winning authors, on the theme of Mirrors.READERSHIP: 10 – 14A collection of new , specially commissioned short stories by some of the finest authors of children’s books today: Anne Fine, Berlie Doherty, Leslie Howarth, Mary Arrigan, Gaye Hicilmaz, Jeremy Strong, Malorie Blackman, Elizabeth Laird , Melvin Burgess, Celia Rees, Kate Thompson, Paul Stewart, Vivian French, Alan Durant, Annie Dalton in range of genres – humour, horror, fantasy,...
| Автор | Wendy Cooling |
Discover the beautiful stories of Michael Morpurgo, author of Warhorse and the nation’s favourite storytellerThe heart-lifting, heartbreaking story by Michael Morpurgo, the nation’s favourite storyteller.In the Imperial War Museum is a wooden Dachshund, carved by a German prisoner of war for the children of the British family with which he stayed after the fighting ended. This is the story of how it got there…When the Bismarck sinks, one of the only German survivors is taken on board a British...
| Автор | Michael Morpurgo |
12 tales of adventure, magic and wonder from a stellar author and illustrator line-up – the perfect gift for all story-lovers12 wintry tales of wonder, from the funny to the ghostly, from the heartfelt to the action-packed – there is something here for everyone to love…Written by some of the most outstanding talents in children’s fiction today, including Eoin Colfer, Roddy Doyle, Derek Landy and John Boyne, and with stunning illustrations from the likes of PJ Lynch, Chris Haughton and Niamh...
| Автор | Sarah Webb |
In GELIEBT (Band #2 Der Weg Der Vampire) brechen Caitlin und Caleb gemeinsam auf, um das eine Objekt zu finden, das den drohenden Krieg zwischen Menschen und Vampiren verhindern kann: Das verlorene Schwert. Alte Überlieferungen der Vampire erzählen davon, und es bestehen große Zweifel, ob es überhaupt existiert. Wenn es überhaupt eine Hoffnung geben soll es zu finden, müssen sie Caitlins Herkunft zurückverfolgen. Ist sie wirklich die Eine? Ihre Suche beginnt damit, Caitlins Vater zu finden....
| Автор | Морган Райс |
“ARENA TWO takes ARENA ONE to a whole new level. Move over THE HUNGER GAMES!” –Allegra Skye, Bestselling author of Saved From #1 Bestselling author Morgan Rice, comes Book Two in THE SURVIVAL TRILOGY, a new trilogy of dystopian fiction. Having just escaped from the treacherous island that was once Manhattan, Brooke, Ben, Logan, Bree and Rose make their way up the Hudson river in their stolen boat, low on fuel, low on food, and desperately needing shelter from the cold. On their tails...
| Автор | Морган Райс |
Return to the magical world of Enchantia in the captivating third series of Magic Ballerina by Darcey Bussell!When Holly is given a pair of red ballet shoes by Rosa, little does she know – they are magic! She finds herself transported to the magical world of Enchantia where she meets the beautiful White Cat, who promises to be her guide. It isn't until he goes missing that Holly realises just how important and special he really is. Can she solve the mystery and save the White Cat or is he lost...
| Автор | Darcey Bussell |
Join Tom on an incredible treasure hunt through time and battle history’s mightiest warriors. The eleventh book in an action-packed, time-travelling series – perfect for fans of Beast Quest.Travel through time with Tom as he battles the mightiest warriors of the past!When Tom bangs on a drum in a museum he releases an ancient curse. Now he must go back in time and track down six golden coins…On this journey, Tom and his Mohican friends battle the mighty Mohawks. As tomahawks and arrows fly, can...
| Автор | Chris Blake |
Connie Bennett is a freak.She has premonitions, crazy wild hair and the boy she’s loved for three years doesn’t know who she is. Suddenly she can hear everyone’s thoughts and she finds herself drawn to a mysterious, scarred boy. Sparks literally fly between them, but could he actually be dangerous?Then she discovers there’s a gang of zombie-like young girls being controlled by someone. Only Connie can stop him.Can she cut the Puppetmaster’s strings?The first book in the Conyza Bennet...
| Автор | Cheryl Ntumy S. |
There are two sides to every story and this new series, BACK-2-BACK, is designed to attract both boys and girls. Teenagers will love to read what she really thinks about him and what he really thinks about her!Natasha’s story – she’s 15 and still at school and lives across the street from super cool Matt who’s just moved in. He’s into blading and he’s going out with a stylish girl from his college and plays loud music the whole time. And does he even notice she exists?Matt’s story – he’s 17 and...
| Автор | Chloe Rayban |
The second action-packed quest in an exciting new six book character-led series for 7+ girls who love fantasy, adventure, and high-kicking heroines!This time, Sophie has to call upon all her strength and skills to defeat her most gruesome foe yet… THE SWAMP BOGGLES!Very few people ever enter the Shadow Woods, for these woods are like no others. Hidden deep within them is the Gateway to the Shadow Realm – a dark and chaotic world where all kinds of gruesome creatures live…On her tenth birthday,...
| Автор | Linda Chapman |
There’s more backstabbing and drama as loyalties are tested to the limit in the third episode of the high life at elite riding school, Blainford Academy. Georgie tests her skills on the polo field in the latest from the author of the Uk’s bestselling pony series ‘Pony Club Secrets’.Georgie Parker has come out on top after her first term at Blainford ‘All-Stars’ Academy. But after excelling in the showjumping ring can Georgie outclass her rivals on the polo pitch too?And is Kennedy Kirkwood out...
| Автор | Stacy Gregg |
The stakes are raised in the second book of this glamorous horse riding series set in the USA – winner takes all as the rivals compete for the showjumping cup! Don’t miss the latest instalment of pony adventures from the author of the UK’s bestselling pony series ‘Pony Club Secrets’.Georgie has secured her place at Blainford Academy for now, but knowing who to trust is tough when you’re all competing against each other. Some new-found friendships might already be close to breaking point as...
| Автор | Stacy Gregg |
The hugely popular Sleepover Club series is back with a brand new story and a gorgeous new look. Meet Frankie, Kenny, Fliss, Rosie and Lyndz – five best friends who just want to have fun!In this new introductory story from series originator Rose Impey the five girls have their first ever sleepover together and become the best of friends. When their school rivals, the horrible M&Ms, steal their club mascot, the girls are determined to get revenge…As well as a great story this book tells you how...
| Автор | Rose Impey |
Timely reissue of the classic fantasy trilogy by Robin Jarvis, following on from the landmark publication of DANCING JAX, his first novel in a decade.In a grimy alley in the East End of London stands the Wyrd Museum, cared for by the strange Webster sisters – the scene of even stranger events.Brought out of the past, elfin-like Edie Dorkins must now help the Websters to protect their age-old secret. For outside the museum’s enchanted walls, a nightmarish army is gathering in the mystical town of...
| Автор | Robin Jarvis |
The hugely popular Sleepover Club series is back with a gorgeous new look. Meet Frankie, Kenny, Fliss, Rosie and Lyndz – five best friends who just want to have fun!When dancers from the British National Ballet come to Cuddington Primary to teach the pupils a few moves, it’s time to get grooving! But the Sleepover Club has a few moves of its own, particularly when their rivals, the M&Ms, start getting snotty! It all boils down to a competition – who will have the best dance routine for the...
| Автор | Harriet Castor |
The most embarrassing dad in the world is back in this hilarious series for girls from TV and radio-comedy writing talent, Nigel Smith.When Dad posts an embarrassing video of Nat online as a joke, she’s furious. Things are set to get much worse, however, when the video goes viral and she finds herself centre of the nation’s attention for all the wrong reasons – even the prime minister is imitating her!But when a local care home for abandoned pets is threatened with closure, Dad convinces Nat to...
| Автор | Nigel Smith |
Prima Ballerina Darcey Bussell takes you on a captivating journey to a faraway land of ballet and magic, the wonderful world of Enchantia! The sixth of sparkly new series for all young girls who dream of being a ballerina, or simply love to dance!Delphie's magic red shoes are suddenly feeling too tight, and she really doesn't want to give them up! But before she has time to worry, her friends in Enchantia need her help. King Rat is trying to spoil the Queen's birthday show; can Delphie help undo...
| Автор | Darcey Bussell |
Join Jessica, everyone’s favourite witch-in-training, for four sparkling stories in one magical book.On Jessica’s tenth birthday, she discovers that she is a witch! With Miss Strega as her teacher, and a broomstick to fly, Jessica is ready to begin her training.In ‘Flying Lessons’, she must learn how to use a broomstick – with calamitous results. In ‘Spelling Trouble’, Jessica performs a Transformation spell on Miss Strega, but can she change her teacher back? In ‘Charming or What?’, Jessica is...
| Автор | Nathan Reed |
The hugely popular Sleepover Club series is back! Meet Frankie, Kenny, Fliss, Rosie and Lyndz – five best friends who just want to have fun!The girls are planning a super-special sleepover party over the school holidays. But when their class play goes horribly wrong and Kenny ends up getting into a fight, the girls are banned from having any more sleepovers. Will they find a way to have their special party after all?As well as a great story this book has tips on how to have your own brilliant...
| Автор | Fiona Cummings |
A fabulously funny Rock Chick -lit series for teens from uber-cool celeb Lauren Laverne. Tune in for a hyper-real rollercoaster ride to Glasto and beyond!Candy Caine is fifteen years old and she's on a mission: to escape dullsville! Candy knows she's destined for bigger things and is determined to leave boring small town Bishopspool and make it big in the music business. Oh – and find BioDad, her real dad, who will most definitely be cool and, of course, will verify her very own specialness (of...
| Автор | Lauren Laverne |
The third action-packed quest in an exciting new six book character-led series for 7+ girls who love fantasy, adventure, and high-kicking heroines!On her tenth birthday, tomboy Sophie learns she is the Guardian of a magic gateway between our world and the Shadow Woods. She must keep the human world safe from mischievous goblins, sprites and elves.It’s the turn of the Spider Gnomes, gruesome man-sized spiders who make their webs in the trees of the Shadow Woods, to do battle with the...
| Автор | Linda Chapman |
The hugely popular Sleepover Club series is back with a gorgeous new look. Meet Frankie, Kenny, Fliss, Rosie and Lyndz – five best friends who just want to have fun!A long weekend of camping by the seaside offers a few surprises for the Sleepover Club. Their first surprise is that there are no funfairs or arcades near the campsite – boring! But then they find a mysterious message in a bottle, washed up by the tide…As well as a great story this book has tips on how to have your own brilliant...
| Автор | Angie Bates |
Aliens are coming… to get up your nose!A long time ago, on a planet really, really far away, a bunch of slimy aliens discovered the secret to clean, renewable energy – snot!That was when the Galactic Union of Nasty Killer Aliens (G.U.N.K.) was born. Its mission: to find human life and drain its snot. Rockets were sent to the four corners of the known universe, each carrying representatives from the major alien races.Three of them were never heard from again. But one of them landed on a planet...
| Автор | Jonny Moon |
Aliens are coming… to get up your nose!Aliens are coming! At the end of book four, Bob sent a signal to the GUNK Aliens telling them to invade earth. But there’s no need to panic just yet – our hero Jack managed to weaken the signal, so they shouldn’t get the message for a long time.There’s just one problem… other aliens are closer by, and they WILL get the message!Now Jack and the gang have to get to Bob’s base so they can use GUNGE’s equipment to neutralise the alien threat. First, though...
| Автор | Jonny Moon |