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Creative Writing Magic: 80 Tips and Tricks for Young Writers
Discover brilliant writing tips, tricks and story prompts in this hilarious and accessible guide, from the winners of the Lollies 2023 Book Award for Non-Fiction. Magically transform your writing skills with this book packed with fun facts, activities and essential skills for storytellers. Perfect for use in schools or for kids at home, get inspired and get stuck in to some creative monster-themed fun!Praise for Unleash Your Creative Monster:“Intelligent, inspiring and lots of fun” – David Almond“This is as inspirational and practically useful a guide to writing fiction any aspiring young writer could ask for […] A bible for anyone with a big imagination.” - The Best Children's Books of 2022, The Big Issue
The Elusive Samurai, Vol. 19
In war-torn medieval Japan, a young samurai lord struggles to retake his throne, but not by fighting. Hojo Tokiyuki will reclaim his birthright by running away!In medieval Japan, eight-year-old Hojo Tokiyuki is the heir to the Kamakura shogunate. But the Hojo clan is in decline, and Tokiyuki’s peaceful days of playing hide-and-seek with his teachers come to an abrupt end when his clan is betrayed from within. The lone survivor of his family, Tokiyuki is the rightful heir to the throne, but to take it back, he’ll have to do what he does best—run away!In the midst of the battle with Moronao’s forces, Tokiyuki crosses swords with Fubuki, his former retainer. Despite their old friendship, Fubuki is no longer the comrade Tokiyuki once knew, and is determined to not only destroy Tokiyuki, but to take over the Ashikaga as well! Elsewhere, Akiie launches a brilliant maneuver to outflank Moronao. But even if it succeeds, can Akiie’s exhausted army take on Takauji’s fresh reinforcements?
Now You Know Your ABC
A hilarious alphabet adventure that will have readers racing from A to Z!A is for apple. B is for ball. C is for castle. But wait! D is NOT for dog. There's a wolf in this book and it's lurking right behind you. YOU are the hero of this story! Can you spot the sneaky wolf hiding throughout this book, escape its clutches and make it all the way to Z? You better watch out for its devious disguises!From the creators of award-winning How to Count to One, featured in the New York Times, comes this mad-cap story that will have you on the edge of your seat! How well do you know your AB? raise for How to Count to One:"Just as we once screamed at a pigeon not to drive the bus, we now, with similar glee, take on Salmon as he commands us not to count past one." - New York Times"This debut is more than a book; it's an invitation to have fun." - Observer"Counting book with a delightful difference" - GuardianIncludes a FREE Nosy Crow Stories Aloud® audiobook! Scan the code, hear the story.
What it was like in Ancient Benin
Step into the world of the ancient Kingdom of Benin and explore its captivating history, culture and legacy with Blue Peter Award winning author David Long. Under the rule of the Oba, the Kingdom of Benin was one of the richest and most powerful in West Africa. Behind a network of massive walls, its vibrant capital city boasted the Oba's impressive palace, filled with intricate artworks, while the Edo people worked as skilled artisans, formidable hunters and talented traders. Yet as European influence began to grow, so did the challenges that faced the Benin kingdom. From the omnipotent power of their warrior-kings to the devastating impact of the slave trade, David Long unearths the remarkable stories of daily life, trade, and the unique culture of the Edo people.
Nature School: In the Garden: The Workbook
Encourage outdoor exploration and scientific discovery in the garden with this fun interactive workbook for kids. Nature School: In the Garden: The Workbook—the hands-on, write-in companion to Nature School: In the Garden—is packed with exciting activities, experiments, and creative prompts to help kids develop a deeper connection with nature. Through guided exercises, children will learn how plants grow, why pollinators are essential, and how soil supports an entire ecosystem. This interactive workbook offers a mix of journaling pages, drawing prompts, observation logs, and DIY projects, making it an exciting tool for young nature enthusiasts, homeschoolers, and classroom learning. Inside, you’ll find:Science experiments and DIY projects: Try hands-on activities like seed sprouting, composting, and bug observation. Observation and journaling prompts: Record plant growth, track the weather, and make scientific sketches. Engaging nature challenges: Kids will enjoy scavenger hunts, plant identification tasks, and creative outdoor activities. Beautifully designed worksheets: The pages encourage creativity and curiosity while reinforcing scientific concepts. Perfect for supplementing lessons from Nature School: In the Garden or for standalone discovery, this workbook turns any backyard, park, or school garden into a living classroom. Inspire kids to explore, learn, and grow with Nature School: In the Garden: The Workbook!The Nature School series is an engaging and interactive collection that inspires kids to explore the natural world through hands-on activities, science experiments, and creative prompts. Designed to foster curiosity, environmental awareness, and a love for outdoor learning, each book combines kid-friendly science facts with fun DIY projects, scavenger hunts, and vibrant illustrations to make nature education exciting and accessible. Perfect for young explorers, homeschoolers, parents, and educators, the series encourages children to connect with their surroundings, whether in their backyard, a local park, or beyond. Also available from the series: Nature School: In the Garden; Nature School; Nature School: The Workbook; Nature School: Planet Earth; and Nature School: Planet Earth: The Workbook.
First Magic Painting Cute Puppies
Filled with simple, black-and-white images of the most heart-meltingly cute puppies playing, frolicking and snuggling. Just use the brush provided to sweep water over the designs and watch as delightful hues magically appear! Great for keeping little ones busy and helping them learn brush control skills at the same time. Simply tuck the waterproof back flap under each page as it's painted, to stop water from seeping through to the rest of the book. - Each book contains a quality, bamboo paintbrush- Ideal entertainment on-the-go - for road trips, holidays, restaurants or rainy days- 16 pages of creative, mess-free fun for the very young- Cosy, mindful and calming activity - Discover more in Usborne's First Magic Painting series
The Holiday Home
The perfect holiday or the perfect nightmare... I sip champagne in the warm water as I admire the breathtaking view of gorgeous blue skies and mountains. I can't believe I'm at this stunning holiday home. It's to die for... My best friend and her husband have invited me and my family to their lakeside property for the weekend. I'm not envious of their wealth, although I know my husband Ryan is. All I want is to get my marriage back on track. Then I overhear Ryan having a whispered conversation. He says something that turns my whole world upside down. And now I have no idea who to trust. This was meant to be the perfect holiday, but someone isn't going to survive it... A twist-filled psychological thriller from number one bestselling author Daniel Hurst that will keep your heart pounding until the very last page. If you love Behind Closed Doors, Gone Girl and The Housemaid, you'll be gripped by The Holiday Home. What readers are saying about The Holiday Home:'Wow, honestly just wow!... Left breathless... I was literally on the edge of my bed... There was no sleep happening and I just had to keep going until the fantastic ending... Loved every single word. 5 huge stars from me!' Goodreads reviewer, ?'UNPUTDOWNABLE, HEART-RACING... Wow!!!... had me hook, line and sinker from beginning to end... My heart was pounding throughout... I absolutely loved this... And omg the twist!!! I DID NOT see the twists coming at all and there were more than one!!! Just when I think everything had been worked out... BOOM there was another bombshell!!... I read this in one sitting as I could not put it down!!' Bookworm86, ?'Wow!... Amazing book... I was on pins and needles til the very end! What a plot twist!... You will not want to put this down. This is a must read!!' Goodreads reviewer, ?'Wow what can I say this book was amazing, it was a fast paced and kept me guessing throughout... perfect book for psychological thrillers fans! The ending wow I did not see it coming! This book was so good I read it in day!' NetGalley reviewer, ?'Amazing, nail-biting... I could not stop reading it. Every time I thought I had it figured out there was a twist and it kept me hooked til the end.' NetGalley reviewer, ?'Gripping from the very first chapter - I could not put this book down and never could have predicted the ending!... Excellent... Nail-biting and heart-pounding!' Goodreads reviewer, ?'Excellent I read it in less than 24 hours I didn't want to put it down! It was filled with twists and tension from the very beginning to the last page! You don't want to miss this one!... fantastic page-turner!' NetGalley reviewer, ?
Greatest Cricket Stars: Jasprit Bumrah
Jasprit Bumrah’s unique bowling style makes him an incredibly tough bower for any batsman to beat. He was the Mumbai Indians’ highest wicket-taker in three of their Indian Premier League wins, becoming an irreplaceable member of the squad. His career has been full of many highs and great achievements, but he’s also experienced his fair share of lows. Follow his rise to the top!About the Greatest Cricket Stars Series:Follow the journeys of the best batters and bowlers in cricket! From playing with friends to competing against the biggest teams in the world. Whether they’re playing for their domestic team or for their country, these inspiring players give their all in every game to find success after success!
LEGO® NINJAGO®: Dragon Powers (with Dragon Jay minifigure and katana sword)
Build your awesome Dragon Jay LEGO® minifigure and arm him with his katana, before using him to help you with the activities and adventures in this super LEGO NINJAGO® puzzle book. In this action-packed Bricktivity book, you can use your minifigure on the page, completing the puzzles and joining in with the imaginative play ideas. Find out all about Jay’s life in the Ninjago world, before colouring in pictures, spotting differences and making your way through mazes. Help Jay piece together his fuzzy memories, complete a game of Galamorph X-Post, design your own dragon mask and loads more. There’s even a story to complete, two comics to read and a quiz to crack. As well as Jay, this book also includes other LEGO NINJAGO favourites including Nya, Lloyd and Zane. Fans of LEGO NINJAGO will love this opportunity to bring their favourite characters to life through imaginative play, fun activities and engaging reading. LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, the Brick and Knob configurations and NINJAGO are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2025 The LEGO Group.
Now You Know Your ABC
A hilarious alphabet adventure that will have readers racing from A to Z!A is for apple. B is for ball. C is for castle. But wait! D is NOT for dog. There's a wolf in this book and it's lurking right behind you. YOU are the hero of this story! Can you spot the sneaky wolf hiding throughout this book, escape its clutches and make it all the way to Z? You better watch out for its devious disguises!From the creators of award-winning How to Count to One, featured in the New York Times, comes this mad-cap story that will have you on the edge of your seat! How well do you know your AB? raise for How to Count to One:"Just as we once screamed at a pigeon not to drive the bus, we now, with similar glee, take on Salmon as he commands us not to count past one." - New York Times"This debut is more than a book; it's an invitation to have fun." - Observer"Counting book with a delightful difference" - Guardian Includes a free Nosy Crow Stories Aloud® audiobook! Scan the code, hear the story.
The Modern Art Activity Book
<p><b>Draw, colour and create your own modern art in this creative activity book. From Impressionism to Pop Art, and Cubism to Surrealism, you can find out about many different art movements and try out the techniques for yourself. <br><br></b><i>The Modern Art Activity Book</i> is jam-packed with interesting information and beautiful, bold illustrations, as well as a fun variety of colouring, drawing and creative exercises. You can imitate an Impressionist, colour like a Cubist and Action Paint like an Abstract Expressionist. <br><br>With an illustrated fold-out timeline showing the dates of the movements and artists associated with them, you'll get to grips with the key influences of modern art. <br><br>From Monet to Warhol, this is a fun and accessible introduction to modern art.<br><br><b>Please note: this is a reissue of The Modern Art Activity Book 9781910552414 in a new format.</b></p>
Union Jack
From the no.1 bestseller Val McDermid: When union leader Tom Jack falls to his death after a spectacularly public row with Lindsay, the only way to prove her innocence is to find the real culprit. When lecturer Lindsay Gordon returns to the UK for a trade union conference in Sheffield, she finds herself in the company of old friends and enemies, including corrupt union leader Tom Jack. When Tom is found dead, falling from Lindsay’s tenth-floor hotel room, she is instantly pegged as the top suspect. Desperate to clear her name, Lindsay searches for the real killer among the hundreds of union delegates at the conference, uncovering a seething cauldron of blackmail and corruption. Praise for Val McDermid ‘McDermid remains unrivalled … Brilliant’ Observer ‘Val McDermid is a born storyteller… absorbing reading’ Sunday Telegraph ‘A classic … McDermid pulls out all the stops. Impeccable’ Guardian
Secrets of the Royal Maid
A new WWII saga of friendship, bravery and scandal that sees a young woman swap a Welsh mining town for Buckingham Palace'A heartwarming tale of true friendship!' Rosie Goodwin'A gripping and heart warming read set in the royal palace' Daisy Styles'What an amazing saga this is. Loved the plot, loved the setting, loved the characters. A truly touching read' Reader Review *******Find out what happens next in The Royal Maid Finds Love - available now for pre-order!**As bombs rain down on London, the palace gates open for a young royal maid . . . The year is 1944, and in South Wales, seventeen-year-old pit miner’s daughter Rosa Edwards has just secured a coveted new position at Buckingham Palace. Setting off for the Big Smoke with only a small suitcase to her name, she is determined to seize this unexpected opportunity while her sweetheart is away fighting in Europe. And it also brings her closer to the mystery of where Alice, her best friend who moved to London and disappeared without trace, is. But within Rosa’s first few weeks in post, a grave accusation leaves her position in peril. And when salacious rumours regarding Alice’s disappearance begin circulating, she must decide where her loyalties lie. Is Rosa’s first duty to King and Country, or her best friend?
Little F
In Spencer’s fantasies, the breezy, queer streets of Provincetown are utopia, a place where he can be free. And when a violent attack in his suburban Arizona schoolyard sends him to the hospital, he decides queer utopia can’t wait. One night, with the help of his best friend, the teenage witch Joy, he hitches a ride to find it. What follows is a cross-country road odyssey throughout the USA, taking Spencer from new moon rituals in Arizona canyons to Texas bus stations, from the luxe drag stages of Houston’s Montrose district to the jazz-soaked streets of New Orleans and beyond. This new novel from Michelle Tea tells the story, by turns raw, romantic, and sweet, of a sheltered boy taking his first leap into queer life, among all the complicated queers who live it.
Curiositree: Natural World
The award-winning Curiositree: Natural World explores, through 67 exquisitely illustrated charts, the myriad ways in which plants and animals have adapted to survive. Discover the interconnectedness of the natural world and learn why living things look and behave the way they do in a series of visually compelling information charts, maps and cutaways, all illustrated in a nostalgic, vintage style. Packed with incredible facts about the natural world and the animals that populate it, the whole family will enjoy the full-page spreads grouped into the categories of habitats, species and adaptations. Celebrate the extraordinary resourcefulness and resilience of the natural world with amazing facts about:Habitats, ecosystems and biodiversityMigrations, from the wildebeest of Africa to the red crabs of Christmas IslandAll types of camouflage, from predator-dazing zebra stripes to the fur of the Artic fox, which changes to white in winter to match the snowLife in the rainforest, the ‘lungs of our planet’All sorts of seeds and their variety of ingenious designsLife cycles of creatures, from butterflies to the curious axolotl As the human species, Homo sapiens, are challenged now to find ways to live and survive in harmony with nature, curiosity will provide the answers. So, set out on your own adventure in this book, and discover why the natural world is worthy of your unending curiosity.
Wildcat Dome
Mitch and Yonko haven’t spoken in a year. As children, they were inseparable, raised together in an orphanage outside Tokyo?but ever since the sudden death of Mitch’s brother, they’ve been mourning in their private ways, worlds apart. In the aftermath of the Fukushima nuclear catastrophe, they choose to reunite, finding each other in a city undone by disaster.Mitch and Yonko have drifted apart, but they will always be bound together. Because long ago they witnessed an unspeakable tragedy, a tragedy that they’ve kept secret for their entire lives. They never speak of it, but it’s all around them. Like history, it repeats itself.Yuko Tsushima’s sweeping and consuming novel is a metaphysical saga of postwar Japan. Wildcat Dome is a hugely ambitious exploration of denial, of the ways in which countries and their citizens avoid telling the truth?a tale of guilt, loss, and inevitable reckoning.
Cristiano Ronaldo
Born on the island of Madeira in Portugal, Cristiano grew up playing football from a very young age. With determination and self-belief, he pursued his dream of becoming a professional player, overcoming setbacks and challenges – including surgery for a heart condition called tachycardia – along the way. From his first matches in local clubs to international stardom, his journey shows the power of hard work, resilience and courage.
This inspiring book introduces children to Ronaldo’s record-breaking career, including three consecutive Premier League titles with Manchester United, victories in the Champions League and Club World Cup, and his record transfer to Real Madrid in 2009.
Ronaldo’s remarkable, record-breaking career is a story of hard work and determination, one that is sure to resonate with young sports fans, inspiring them to dream big and believe that anything is possible. Ronaldo is also known for his charity work, using his fame to raise awareness and help good causes. Young readers will learn how he followed his passion, never gave up and became a role model for millions around the world, both on and off the pitch.
This inspirational book also features dynamic illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timelinewith historical photos and a detailed profile of the athlete’s life.
K-Pop Power: Raise Your Voice
MoonGlow is the newest group to hit the K-Pop scene! Led by Yuna alongside her friends Ara, Jade and Sun-Hee - this group is the next big thing.
But these girls are more than just K-Pop stars. They work for K42 Entertainment - a pop music producer with a deep secret. K42 is responsible for training K-Pop stars with magical powers which are used to keep the human world safe. When MoonGlow hear of the return of the villainous Echo, they know they are going to have to stick together to defeat her. Will they find the magic tool they need to defeat Echo? Or does Echo have another trick up her sleeve.
House of Huawei
The untold story of the mysterious company that shook the world
On the coast of southern China, an eccentric entrepreneur spent three decades steadily building an obscure telecom company into one of the world's most powerful technological empires with hardly anyone noticing. This all changed in December 2018, when the detention of Meng Wanzhou, Huawei Technologies' female scion, sparked an international hostage standoff, poured fuel on the U.S.-China trade war, and suddenly thrust the mysterious company into the international spotlight.
In House of Huawei, Washington Post technology reporter Eva Dou pieces together a remarkable portrait of Huawei's reclusive founder Ren Zhengfei and how he built a sprawling corporate empire - one whose rise Western policymakers have become increasingly obsessed with halting. The book dissects the global web of power, money, influence, surveillance, bloodshed and national glory that Huawei helped to build - and that has also ensnared it.




















