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My Great Success and Other Failures
The fourth book in the hilarious Jess Jackson series from much-loved author and comedian Catherine Wilkins, with a new cover illustrated by Katie Abey - perfect for fans of Lottie Brooks!Jess's cartoons are actually beginning to take off. A local comic store wants to use them in a campaign and she is in danger of becoming really rather FAMOUS (at school). This leads to some tensions with her friends. Why can't people be happy for her? It's not as if all the SUCCESS is going to her head, or anything. Or actually that it's anything like success at all... A funny, relatable story that will touch a nerve with everyone who reads it as Jess Jackson takes on the mean girl at school, using only her pencil and her sense of humour, and makes all new friends along the way. Look out for these the laugh-out-loud funny books by Catherine Wilkins: Café Chaos: My Family Is Not a Piece of Cake You're Not the Boss of Me! (WINNER Lollies 2024, Teen) My Brilliant Life and Other Disasters: A Jess Jackson Book My School Musical and Other Punishments"I loved this book. It's brilliantly funny and painfully true" - Jenny Colgan
Cat Wisdom Oracle
A thoughtful gift for any cat lover, this card deck includes 45 quirky feline insights to promote a happier, less stressed life. Embrace a 'less human' life — one that is less stressful, less anxious, and more joyful — with this vibrant, whimsical and pawsome oracle deck. The purrfect gift for cat lovers or anyone ready to connect with their inner feline, this 45-card deck is filled with humorous and inspiring scenes, true insights into the fascinating ways of our beloved cats and furry inspirations for a relaxed mindset.
Kangaroo's Wobbly Bottom
Do you love books? Do you love dancing? Then you’ll love this fun and cheeky new board book series – perfect for playful preschoolers! Who’s got a wobbly bottom? Kangaroo does! Do YOU? If you’ve got a wobbly bottom, There’s so much you can do … Join Kangaroo and friends for a colourful, fun and hilarious rhyming jungle adventure – can you follow the actions and do the Wobbly Bottom dance?! A brand-new novelty series with a different moving element on each page. Reading has NEVER been so much fun! Sturdy board book format with interactive moving sliders – perfect for little hands. Filled with adorable, bright and colourful animalsSimple rhyming text, brilliant for reading aloud with toddlers – don’t forget to follow along with the actions on each page!
Paddock Grove: Runaway Horse
Third in the friendship-led horse-riding series set at an exclusive equestrian boarding school. Ever since her parents sold her last horse, Tabitha has yearned for the chance to build that special bond with another. Now she finally has the chance to do this with Rusty, an ex-racehorse from her parents' training stables. Even though Rusty is a handful to ride, Tabitha isn't about to admit that she's in over her head – not if it means her parents might take Rusty away. When the Paddock Grove gang enter a competition where they must navigate a complex route across unfamiliar moorland, Tabitha is determined to not let her control over Rusty slip...
In This Bright Future
Get ready to be hooked by the fifth thrilling and atmospheric murder mystery from the million-copy-selling crime writer: DC Smith is recuperating. Then an unexpected call sends him to Belfast... 'Pitch-perfect crime writing.' DAILY EXPRESS'Peter Grainger's books are addictive.' CRIMINAL ELEMENT'Had me gripped from the very start to the extremely satisfying ending.' ***** Reader Review'Where has Peter Grainger been my whole life?' ***** Reader Review'I read a LOT of murder mysteries and this series is one of the best!' ***** Reader ReviewTwo weeks of rest and recuperation – that’s what the doctor ordered. Detective Sergeant DC Smith could listen to some music, make some of his own and maybe even catch up on his reading; he is almost looking forward to it. And then there is a knock on the door. It’s only his next-door neighbour but it is the beginning of a sequence of events that will bring him face to face with some of the darkest episodes and the most dangerous people from his own past. Smith has done countless investigations, but this time it’s personal. ‘Ensconced in Kings Lake, in the company of Smith and his team, I didn’t want to leave.' FINANCIAL TIMES'The books are comforting, the writing is subtle and the plots are gripping.' THE TIMES
The House of Now and Then
Harlowe could use a break. With his academic future over, just like his relationship with Jackson, a suspiciously cheap summer rental on the Cape feels like just the escape he needs. But when he arrives at the picturesque seaside cottage, he's alarmed to find his discouraging old professor in the living room, his father making coffee in the kitchen, a mysterious young man fixing a hole in the wall, and worst of all, Jackson is in the bathroom. None of them will leave. No one else can see them. And they just won't leave him alone. But Harlowe soon realises he isn't the only one who can see the house's magic, and as the summer grows hot and thick with tourists, old wounds and fresh secrets – both in and outside its walls – begin to transform him. And that mysterious man seems almost to be everywhere he looks now... not that he’d want it another way.
The Tiger Child
When a shy little girl spots a mysterious tiger’s tail swishing in the shadows, she decides to follow it into the heart of the jungle. With every step, she grows in confidence, shedding her doubts and discovering an inner adventurer, until she finally comes face to face with the tiger himself... A tender story of courage and self-esteem, encouraging little ones to tame their fears and reminding them that bravery doesn’t always have to roar – it can be as gentle as a whisper. This uplifting picture book is perfect for shy or sensitive children, combining reassuring words with gorgeously illustrated peek-through pages, including a very special pop-up surprise.
Monsieur Mustard: The Disappearance of Fabio Fangtooth
Meet the number one, best dressed, and (possibly) smallest detective in the world, Monsieur Mustard. One evening, way past your bedtime, all was quiet in the city of Bath. Fabio Fangtooth was finishing his alphabet soup. When suddenly . . . Whoomp! . . . he disappeared. Yes, my friends, this is the most SPINE-TINGLING, CLAW-BITING, POOT POOT IN YOUR PANTALOONS mystery that Monsieur Mustard has ever set his little eyes upon. Can our hero crack the case with the villain hot on his tai? tunningly colour illustrated throughout, with graphic novel pages for the exciting detective scenes! 'Quirky and fresh! J'adore Monsieur Mustard' Sheena Dempsey
Phonic Books The Fact Files 3
This series comprises 10 truly decodable non-fiction books for older readers that cover alternative vowel spellings. Book 1: ay, ai, a, a-e, ea, eyBook 2: ee, ea, y, e, ie, e-e, eiBook 3: ow, oa, o, oe, o-eBook 4: er, ir, ur, or, earBook 5: ow, ou & oi, oyBook 6: oo, ue, u-e, ew, ou, uBook 7: igh, ie, i-e, i, yBook 8: or, ore, a, aw, au, ar, awe, al, oughBook 9: air, are, ear, ere, eirBook 10: a, ar, al, ear, auAccompanying photocopiable activities for reading, spelling and comprehension can be found in The Fact Files 3 Activities. The Fact Files 3 shares the same phonic progression as the Phonic Books Talisman 1 and Rescue series and can be used in parallel to consolidate phonemic knowledge and reading skills.
A Hateful Decision
'History as it should be written: as page-turning and compelling as the best thriller.'JAMES HOLLAND'A mesmerising account.'THE TIMES'Abel Smith takes us right into the heart of the drama. Utterly gripping.'AL MURRAY-Summer, 1940. Winston Churchill watches in horror as France falls to the Germans in just six weeks, completing the Nazi conquest of mainland Europe. He faces an urgent question: what will happen to the mighty French Navy? Under Hitler's control it presents a major threat, and could make the German advance unstoppable. With the Nazis closing in, Churchill orders Operation Catapult. By the end of one of the most agonising but necessary military operations of the war, the British will have destroyed a large part of the French Navy and nearly 1,300 French sailors will be dead. ‘This was a hateful decision, the most unnatural and painful in which I have ever been concerned... But no act was ever more necessary for the life of Britain and for all that depended upon it.’WINSTON CHURCHILLBased on extensive new research and rediscovered eyewitness accounts, A Hateful Decision tells for the first time the full story of the British attack on the French fleet at Mers el Kébir, on 3 July 1940. As we pass between the men on the ground and the ratcheting tension in the European corridors of power, this riveting book brings to life Churchill’s darkest hour, and the act that demonstrated to the world how far Britain would go to win the war. -'Read this astonishing book on Churchill's darkest hour.'JOHN SWEENEY'A Hateful Decision reads like a thriller and is based on a mass of meticulous and original research. An invaluable contribution to the history of the Second World War.’JONATHAN DIMBLEBY'Meticulously researched and written with panache, A Hateful Decision sheds new light on one of the most compelling yet least known dramas of the Second World War. Authoritative and revelatory - a must read.’GILES MILTON
Chi Chi the Panda
Discover the incredible illustrated true story of history''s most beloved and famous panda, Chi Chi. After being taken from Baoxing, in China, Chi Chi lived in lots of different zoos around the world, loved by everyone who came to visit her. When she found her final home at London Zoo in 1967, she became the star attraction and the most famous animal in England. From getting mixed up in the Cold War to being refused entry to the USA, Chi Chi the giant panda led an extraordinary life, and this is her story.
Foes and Cons
Set in the convention world of the fictional show Vampire Falls, this is a story that celebrates the inclusivity of conventions, the passion of fandoms and meeting friends for life. Eliza and Charlie Chamberlain were best friends until he decided to abandon her and become the most popular (i.e. worst) guy in school. Now he can’t be within a five-meter radius of Eliza without taking the piss out of her Vampire Falls obsession. A TV show that he used to watch with her. Religiously. But Eliza can rejoice in her happy place: the annual Vampire Falls convention where she and superfan bestie, Roxy, can enjoy a weekend of guest Q&As and cosplay, safe from the judgement of others who just don’t understand their passion. Or that’s what she thinks, until guess-who shows up chaperoning his little sister. Not only that, but Eliza finds herself pitted against Charlie Chamberlain’s team in a once in a lifetime opportunity. Eliza and Roxy join forces with a feisty pensioner and a mysterious (possibly hot) guy in a werewolf costume to win the ultimate prize: an all-expenses paid trip to San Diego Comic Con. But with the stress of uni looming and the past rearing its ugly head, Eliza finds her sanctuary crumbling at every scheduled panel and themed party. Will Charlie Chamberlain ruin the one weekend Eliza lives for, or is that bubbling feeling in the pit of her stomach not actually hatred after all?
Football Superstars: Manchester United Rule
Get ready to meet the mighty Manchester United in this action-packed, fun-filled guide for young fans! Written by Simon Mugford and illustrated with Dan Green's hilarious cartoon-style artwork, this book takes readers on a journey through the club's incredible history: from legendary players like George Best and Eric Cantona to modern-day heroes like Marcus Rashford and Bruno Fernandes. Packed with jaw-dropping facts, unforgettable matches, and awesome illustrations, this is the ultimate guide to one of the world's greatest football clubs. Whether you're a lifelong Red or just getting started, this book is perfect for football-mad kids everywhere!
Big Outdoors for Little Explorers: Minibeasts
Explore the big outdoors in these action-packed animal board books with sliders on every page. This series of board books will inspire a love of nature in even the littlest of animal lovers. With vibrant artwork printed on white board, robust easy-to-use mechanisms for tiny hands and a rhyming text with friendly animal facts, these are the perfect books to captivate curious little explorers time and time again. In this first minibeasts book, there are earthworms tunnelling underground, spiders spinning webs, butterflies flitting around and many more bugs to discover and bring to life with the moving parts. Includes a FREE Nosy Crow Stories Aloud® audiobook! Scan the code, hear the story. Other titles in the series include:Countryside Seaside Woods FarmRiver Snow Jungle SafariBirds
1945: The Reckoning
Excellent, grappling with aspects of end of empire that tend to fall through the cracks' -AL MURRAYAs the fate of the world is decided, so too is that of the British, Dutch and French empires. In India a generation committed to independence must decide whether to support 'the Raj' or fight alongside the Japanese. One military family is bitterly divided. Will it be the brother who fights under British command, or the one who follows Subhas Chandra Bose and his Indian National Army, who goes on to help build a new and free Indi? n Borneo a little known Australian special forces campaign - secretly controlled from London - goes horribly wrong as questions are asked about whether its true purpose is military or imperial. And in Indochina and the East Indies British Generals free and arm Japanese prisoners of war and use them in savage campaigns that aim to put colonial rulers back into their palaces. Clearing away the haze of nostalgia, many uncomfortable truths emerge - challenging our view of what victory in the Second World War truly meant.
Cliff
Be prepared to laugh and tear up at this hilarious, heart-warming friendship tale featuring a bird we all love to hate . . . the seagull! Lonely fisherman Cliff spends his time at the old lighthouse, until one day a bird lands on his head and refuses to leave. Cliff wasn’t sure at first. Then after a while, having a seagull on his head just felt right. Wherever Cliff's head went . . . the seagull went too. Cliff shares his home and food with the bird, much to the shock of the locals who believe it’s no more than a pest. But, during a storm, when Cliff needs its help the most, can his new friend come to the rescue? Told with gentle humour and emotional warmth, Cliff is a picture book about animal-human friendship, empathy and finding connection in unexpected places. This seagull may steal chips – but it will steal hearts too, including yours.
As The World Goes By
A timely new mindful kids book from bestselling author-illustrator Jonny Lambert. When Buttons spots a beautiful blue butterfly, he is sure everyone will want to see. But among the bustle of the street and the chitter-chatter of the café, no-one notices . . . Can Buttons find a way to make the world pay attention to this small moment of wonde? his lyrical, thought provoking picture book is the ideal antidote to our busy, bustling world. With a gentle message that encourages us all to pause, take a breath and appreciate the wonder all around us, As The World Goes By is a stunning first introduction to mindfulness. Just like You're Snug with Me by Chitra Soundar and Poonam Mistry, Mayfly Day by Jeanne Willis and Tony Ross and On a Magical Do-Nothing Day by Beatrice Alemagna, As The World Goes By is perfect for any child who struggles to live in the present.
Bellingham
Experience the 2026 World Cup alongside your football heroes - as you've never seen them before!Discover the epic story of Jude Bellingham. Told in comic book panels packed full of exciting illustrations and bursting with stats and facts, no footie fanatic can afford to miss it!From playing in his first Birmingham City match at just sixteen to becoming the first player to score in their La Liga debut for Real Madrid, Bellingham has repeatedly proven himself to be a world-class midfielder. Learn how he became the youngest ever captain for Borussia Dortmund, the youngest player to score for England at a World Cup and to appear in two Euro finals, as well as much more in this unmissable graphic novel!Action-packed and easy to read, Epic Football Comics: Jude Bellingham is perfect for any footie-mad fan, whatever their reading ability. Check out the rest of this epic graphic novel series – including Mbappé, Salah, Saka and McTominay – for more books to collect!
Make Strange
'DELIVERS NEW PLEASURES ON EVERY PAGE' ANNE ENRIGHT'STYLISH, SHARP AND FIERCELY INTELLIGENT' LUCY CALDWELL'A GLOWING, MOVING, DARING BOOK' SEÁN HEWITTIt begins on an orange afternoon, cool but ruminant, close to Halloween. Sunny, only four years old, looks up from the tub of toys in the living room and asks, 'Mama, do you remember when I died?' Over the strange, strained year that follows, Sunny will refer repeatedly to her previous lives - and how they ended. Her parents Lena and Odhran, who tumbled into family life after an accidental pregnancy and a hasty registry office wedding, are left desperate for answers. Is their child suffering from disassociation, a psychological disorder or something more? Has she absorbed their own haunted histories - Lena's experience as an indie musician in the era of sleaze, or the shady legacy of madness in Odhran's family? Can we ever really protect our children? What if we can't? From the multi-award-winning author of This Happy and We Were Young, comes a shimmering, propulsive novel about maternal concern, childhood imagination, past lives and present loves. 'DEEPLY WISE, DEEPLY HUMANE' KIERAN GODDARD'A LUMINOUS PORTRAIT OF A YOUNG FAMILY UNDER PRESSURE' MICHELLE GALLEN'FULL OF CURIOUS IDEAS AND MELANCHOLIC BEAUTY' SARA BAUME'SIMPLY EXQUISITE' ANNE GRIFFIN
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