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Seventeen-year-old Sam, who has cerebral palsy, wants some controlover his life. When he is excluded from another school trip andhas to spend the day with his bully, it's the tipping point. Campaigningfor change, Sam gets more than he bargained for. But ifyou're always thinking that the next thing will make you happy, whathappens to right now?

The horse arrives in the storm, when Merryn needs him most ...  The horse arrives in the storm, when Merryn needs him most, following the loss of her father. Sorrel is a dreamlike creature, seemingly made from the woods and the sea. Perhaps she wished him into existence. He becomes her friend and confidant. Throughout the summer and autumn, they ride and play, but as Christmas approaches, it will require all of Merryn’s new-found strength to help her mum and her sisters heal too. Perfect for readers aged 9 and up; all the makings of a modern classic, now in paperback Explores themes of grief, family and healing in an accessible way for young readers For readers of Charlie Mackesy's The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse, or Jackie Morris and Robert MacFarlane's The Lost Words and The Lost Spells

From the author of Livia in Rome comes a modern-day Venetian romance for fans of Jenny Han! Aspiring artist Evie is heading to Venice on an art exchange. The catch? Her parents would never let her go . . . so they think she's on a science trip. And if lying wasn't hard enough, she has to stay with elitist art student Leonardo. Her escape is online - and a connection with anonymous artist RenaissanceRebel, the only one who truly sees her. Can Evie keep up the masquerade, or will she allow herself to discover the fine art of romance? A new YA romance from the author of Livia in Rome, this time set against the beautiful backdrop of Venice Perfect for fans of Love and Gelato, To All the Boys I've Loved Before, Anna and the French Kiss and XOXO Think scenic gondola rides, colourful carnival parades, fine art museums and an on-and-offline love triangle!

Dystopia meets murder mystery in this thrillingly original series, perfect for after you've finished Sunrise on the Reaping.  PRAISE FOR THE HIVE: 'An intriguing, satisfying page-turner' Irish Times 'Quite easily could have finished in one sitting, it was that good' @bookish_clara 'I absolutely adored this book' @paperbackbooth 'I NEED a book 2' @pagesofthemoon  Royal maverick Niko and bodyguard Feldspar have been tasked by their queens to lead a swarm – an exploration – in search of a new world outside their twisted monarchy. What they find beyond the Hive is a paradise – but is it too perfect to trust? When two brutal murders happen on the same night, the royal visitors are  the prime suspects. With danger closing in and their feelings for each other growing, Niko and Feldspar must fight to clear their names before paradise becomes a prison ...   The heart-stopping sequel to THE HIVE A thrillingly original YA murder mystery, set in a dystopian colony with fantasy elements Features a dangerous future monarchy, a richly imagined world based on the society of bees, and a hint of romance For fans of Neal Shusterman, Holly Jackson and Suzanne Collins

Being a teen’s a tough gig, but what if one gig could save your family? 'Gorgeous and sensitive, incredibly thoughtful to its characters who are full of life and colour and vivid detail ... a truly special debut.' MARGARET MCDONALD '... has a subtle power. Honest, engaging and warm, Elias's story will stay with you long after you've turned the final page.' SARAH CROSSAN 'The most gorgeously written and heartfelt debut in years. Breaks your heart into a million tiny pieces all at once and then puts it back together again – a marvel.' PIERS TORDAY Elias’s brain is a swamp of fears and bad things. His once-loving brother Bo has become a stranger, and his parents are at breaking point. When Bo falls in with dangerous people, Elias decides he’s the only one who can bring his family back together. But what begins as a simple pizza-night plan quickly spirals into chaos. Can Elias find a way to reach the people he loves the most before it’s too late? The stunning debut novel from Lucas Maxwell, winner of the Times/Chicken House Competition 2024 Set in wintry Nova Scotia, Canada and inspired by the author’s childhood, this special novel explores themes of family addiction and growing up neurodivergent Perfect for fans of The Perks of Being a Wallflower, My Sister Lives on the Mantelpiece and Orbiting Jupiter For readers aged 13 and up 'Emotional gut punch, beautiful setting, and HD real characters' NATHANIEL LESSORE 'Very occasionally I read a book which I know is going to stay with me for a very long time ... I loved it very much.' SIMON JAMES GREEN 'I was gripped from the very first line. Wonderful.' LISA THOMPSON 'I read it in pretty much one sitting ... flawless' JASBINDER BILAN 'Unimaginably good ... a work of utter genius' TIA FISHER 'I highly recommend this lovely read' SUSIN NIELSEN

The third book in the gripping ALL THE HIDDEN MONSTERS series - think Legends and Lattes but with added murder!  Sage has been summoned to The Stone City – the ancient supernatural capital – where she must solve a string of vampire murders to secure her place as a detective.  The City is as corrupt as it is beautiful, but it’s Sage’s own deadly secret that is most dangerous. And after an explosive argument with Oren, she's alone. Can Oren and P reach Sage before the truth destroys her?   Book 3 in the twisty-turny supernatural crime series which began with All the Hidden Monsters and All the Lost Souls  Sage and Oren’s slow-burn enemies to lovers romance finally delivers the heat readers have been craving!  Think The Mortal Instruments meets Rivers of London    PRAISE FOR ALL THE HIDDEN MONSTERS: 'This is the most wonderful debut novel. Any-one who’s enjoyed series like Ghosts or Being Human will absolutely love this' BBC RADIO 4 FRONT ROW 'Amie Jordan is a master at storytelling.' BILL WOOD, AUTHOR OF LET’S SPLIT UP 'A noir, supernatural murder mystery' BBC RADIO 4 FRONT ROW 'Fans of Big Bad Me and Mina and the Undead will devour this! Pulse-pounding, paranormal fun.' KAT ELLIS, AUTHOR OF HARROW LAKE '… the supernatural murder mystery I didn’t know I needed.' ANEESA MARUFU, AUTHOR OF THE BALLOON THIEF 'I adored this book! It was the perfect blend of a twisty mystery, found family and inventive world building. Think Legends and Lattes with murder.' AMY MCCAW, AUTHOR OF MINA AND THE UNDEAD

When fame tastes sweet, how far can you go before it turns sour?  With AI influencer robots taking the internet by storm, Mikah and his friends team up to make their own content. No robots, no AI, just human beings in all their fallible glory. Mikah’s mukbang channel where he stuffs his face with food soars to great heights, but what will happen when his body can no longer fly? Funny, dramatic and with a deliciously dark ending, Sweet and Sour is perfect for those who love a Black Mirror twist Take the Korean culture trend of mukbang, add followers and fame - and get a twist you'll never see coming Drawing on the author's experience of working with influencers, the story explores internet culture and the pitfalls of AI   PRAISE FOR ISLAND OF INFLUENCERS: 'This book was so much fun!' @aquintillionwords 'Like a modern day Hunger Games' @misswynnreads_ 'Seriously, you should all read it' @thebookdragonsbooklair

A universal story that will resonate far and wide, Love on Sight captures the heat and hope of the city, and the magic of falling in love for the first time ...   'Jensen smashes stereotypes about life on a London estate, infusing warmth and hope into a rich tapestry of culture and community.' THE OBSERVER 'A book that will stay with you long after its finished ... fearless, tender and refreshing' ANIKA HUSSAIN, AUTHOR OF HEARTBREAKER 'Love on Sight is a gorgeous, swoony, emotional roller coaster of a ride. Think Kidulthood, but 2025.' @jotheblackbookworm 'I loved every page … This book nails the electric pull of love-at-first-sight while staying honest about the realities that come with it.' @codedreader Sabrina has her life planned out – she’s going to pass her A levels and go to university. But then she meets Jalaal, a boy trapped on the wrong path, desperate for a way out. An English Jamaican girl and a Somali Muslim boy being together isn’t straightforward, with cultural expectations, disapproving family and religious differences to overcome. But is that the struggle you face when you fall in love on sight? The outstanding debut novel from the Lime New Storyteller 2023 award winner, Asli Jensen. An uplifting contemporary YA romance, which draws on the author’s experience of growing up in inner-city London. A modern dual narrative Romeo-and-Juliet story, perfect for fans of Danielle Jawando and Candice Carty-Williams.  Explores themes of family, culture, friendship, redemption, class, faith and different forms of love in a fresh and authentic style, which will resonate universally.

Jurassic Park meets Wimpy Kid in Philip Kavvadias's all-action dinosaur series, packed with humour, suspense and adventure! 'Fast, funny and fabulous.' MAZ EVANS, author of WHO LET THE GODS OUT? on book 1 'I love these books – they’re short, sharp, hilarious and ultra readable' PIERS TORDAY 'Funny and fast-paced with more twists and turns than a microraptor in flight' MO O'HARA on book 1 Junior agents Finn, Milo and Tasi are dispatched to Scotland, along with young hacker Ether and Arty the microraptor, to recover stolen technology that could plunge the world into chaos. It’s their most nail-biting mission yet – even before they wake a monster from the deep . . . The sequel to Mission: Microraptor and Mission: Manta Ray, the first two books in a thrilling series of all-action environmental adventures – with added dinosaurs! Super-cool, accessible, fun; think Jurassic Park meets Wimpy Kid with a dash of Alex Rider Packed full of humour, action and adventure – with survival skills and a dinosaur friend called Arty! Features brilliantly charming illustrations from Euan Cook throughout

From the author of the Costa Award-winning Asha & the Spirit Bird comes a stunning new historical adventure … '[An] absorbing, atmospheric 8+ historical adventure' THE GUARDIAN Naeli loves her life in Hyderabad, India, yet she yearns to find her English father, who left when she was little. When a mysterious ticket arrives from England, Naeli abandons her familiar world to track him down. Armed only with her father’s name and cherished violin, she embarks on a bold adventure through Victorian London and beyond ... A stunning new novel by bestselling author Jasbinder Bilan; author of Asha & the Spirit Bird, Tamarind & the Star of Ishta and Aarti & the Blue Gods A gothic historical tale of family, music and mystery Jasbinder is the winner of the Costa Book Award, The Indie Book Award and the Times/Chicken House Children's Fiction Competition, and has been shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize   PRAISE FOR JASBINDER BILAN: 'This book is such a light-filled, huge-hearted delight of an adventure.' KATHERINE RUNDELL 'Satisfyingly classic in feel' GUARDIAN 'A heartfelt and mystical children’s adventure story' TELEGRAPH 'Atmospheric, dreamy, charged with wonder and menace, loss, sorrow and delight' TIMES LITERARY SUPPLEMENT

The sequel to ALL THE HIDDEN MONSTERS - called 'Legends and Lattes with murder'!  'An expertly crafted sequel. Amie Jordan is a master at storytelling.' Bill Wood, author of LET’S SPLIT UP 'Thank you to Amie Jordan for setting new, impossibly high standards for men' @ascorpioreads 'What an absolutely incredible warm hug of a book' @evavstheworld 'This book DELIVERED' @stuck_in_the_book_loop   Sage and Oren are sent to investigate rising tensions between witches and werewolves in the Jura Mountains. After dealing with murder, this case feels tame – punishment for their undeniable connection. But neither expects to find evidence of worse: traces of old magic, tortured lost souls and a deadly fog that kills everything it touches. Cassandra Clare meets Rivers of London in this razor-sharp crime romantasy series. The perfect sequel to All the Hidden Monsters, set in both in Downside (the magical city existing beneath Manchester) and the French mountains.  Think addictive slow-burn romance, twisty crime and heart-warming friendships.    MORE PRAISE FOR AMIE JORDAN 'This is the most wonderful debut novel. Anyone who’s enjoyed series like Ghosts or Being Human will absolutely love this' BBC 4 FRONT ROW 'I adored this book! It was the perfect blend of a twisty mystery, found family and inventive world building. Think Legends and Lattes with murder.' AMY MCCAW, AUTHOR OF MINA AND THE UNDEAD 'Witches, werewolves, romance and found family ... what more could you want from a supernatural novel?' @_rebeccareads 'I was completely consumed by this book. I couldn't think of anything else while reading' @takealookinsideabook

A rip-roaring historical adventure from bestselling author Ally Sherrick. England, 1645. Merriweather Pryce is the daughter of a nobleman fighting for King Charles I in a war that divides the country. When her family home is besieged by Cromwell’s army, Merri sets out to get help. But in a land filled with enemy soldiers, turncoats and spies, who can she really trust? Another beautifully written life-and-death quest, packed with history and adventure from bestselling author of Black Powder Set during the English Civil War before the pivotal Battle of Naseby - perfect for KS2 readers age 9 and up Think Rosemary Sutcliff, Geoffrey Trease and Leon Garfield made modern Check out more historical adventures by Ally Sherrick: The Buried Crown, Vita and the Gladiator and The Queen's Fool   PRAISE FOR BLACK POWDER: Winner of the Historical Association Young Quills Award for Historical Fiction 2017 'This historical tale is steeped in intrigue, mystery and danger.' BOOKTRUST ' ... a wonderfully explosive adventure' JULIA GOLDING, AUTHOR OF  THE DIAMOND OF DRURY LANE ‘With its constant reversals and twists and turns, Tom’s story is almost as complex as the plot and counter-plot of the Gunpowder Treason itself … The writing is lively and the pace never flags.’ HISTORICAL NOVEL SOCIETY