David Fickling Books

Bursting with laugh-out-loud, quick-fire fun, you'll meet Red Panda - Nature's Jerk, Art Shark, Business Bee, discover the mystery behind The Squid. Discover what happens when the Doodles go on a hat-related mission involving fabulous style, heated debate and total panic . . . It's an explosion of mirthful mayhem!Along the way, get style tips in Monster Fashion, seek cures for your ailments from Dr Bacon, MD, and reveal your future in chicken-related horoscopes. You've never read a book like this before, so prepare yourself for laughs aplenty!

An all-powerful empire . . . A land of magic and wonder . . . A dark god that hungers for its destruction. When Scarlett Thawn, heir to the great city of Hightown, learns that her family has been attacked, she is forced to give up her dreams of becoming a mage and return home. But proving her legacy will be far from simple, as sinister forces have taken hold of the city. Can Scarlett, with the help of mysterious new arrival Rex, defeat these evil powers and claim what is rightfully her? rought to you by comics powerhouse The Phoenix, book one in this epic three-part fantasy series features all the characters from the comic strip that readers know and love.

Ben's been in love with Molly for ever. So when she finally kisses him at a party, he thinks all his dreams have come true - and, later that night, that they've started something really special. Molly loves Ben too - not like THAT though. He's her best friend's brother - which makes him practically her brother too, right? But after a few drinks at a party, Molly kisses Ben - and she can't remember what happened next . . . The months of freedom after exams should be the best of your life, shouldn't they? But doubts, lies and mixed-up memories make it a thorny summer after the potent night before. This thought-provoking and gripping story has been eagerly awaited by Lisa Williamson's many fans and is sure to win her lots of new ones too.

There are three things you need to know about MEGALOMANIACS! They are TERRORS from outer space!There are LOADS of them!They are TINY!Bobbletown is under attack - from the cutest, silliest and zaniest alien invasion EVER! The super-powered Megalomaniacs have crash-landed, and they're going to do their very best to take over planet Earth! That is, if they don't get in each other's way first . . . Jam-packed with Jamie Smart's unique exuberant humour and artwork, Megalomaniacs is the newest extravaganza in children's comics! You've never read ANYTHING like this before!

Pandora loves mysteries. And she's lost in Puzzlevale - a curious town with enigmas around every corner. With new friends, Pandora searches for answers about her missing parents and the truth about the magical crow who guides her through the town. There are hidden chambers, secret messages and a journey which will change Pandora for ever . . . A heart-racing, brain-bendy alchemy of story and puzzles - perfect for bookworms and budding detectives.

When the Adventuremice discover an old stone covered in hieroglyphs, a race begins! The story of ancient Queen Neferteacake's magnificent golden tomb is revealed, and a rather naughty mouse wants to get there first . . . Our intrepid Adventuremice set off on an exciting journey to a secret island, full of incredible mouse sphinxes, pyramids and palaces. Another sparkling, gloriously illustrated story celebrating kindness and friendship, from adored, award-winning creators Reeve & McIntyre.

The magical Sídhe have been expelled from their home and forced into the Grey Land - a place under the earth; a place of darkness and death. But now they've returned to take back what they lost. All teenagers will be called, and when your time comes, you have to be ready to run or fight to the death. The vengeful Sídhe will grab you by surprise - you could be studying or hanging out with friends when suddenly you're pulled into their terrifying world, alone and hunted. Only one in ten will return alive - the rest subjected to a tortuous and painful death. No one believes Nessa can survive The Call, but after years of torment and, worse, pity - she's determined to prove them wrong . . . The perfect read for fans of Suzanne Collins and Veronica Roth.

Toby is trying his best to reinvent himself as 'T-train', the coolest boy in school, and the pixies are keen to help . . . but things are about to go VERY wrong. From mixing up their magical size-changing powder on Toby's spot and making it grow GIGANTIC, to giving him a 'fresh start' at school by erasing everyone's memories - the pixies seem to wreak havoc wherever they go!

After his dad's boat crashes, Ed finds himself on a strange beach. He meets a girl - headstrong Steff - who doesn't know where they are, either. As Ed and Steff explore, they discover the deep lore of this new realm. They meet a pack of wolves with a secret and an armoured pangolin called Astolpho, who reveals the only way home involves a dragon who lives at the top of an impossibly tall, rocky spire . . . Traditional fantasy elements are mixed deliciously with Tom's unique humour and originality, in this breathtaking, heartfelt, utterly immersive story.

The bagels are lying low, and now the Donut Squad are enjoying making their own malarkey. They're off camping! And hiding from bears! Anxiety Donut is on an adventure where what happens next is up to YOU! And L'il Timmy learns the Meaning of Life - so you can too! But the bagels can't be held back for long - their plan is about to be unleashed to kick the Donut Squad out of their own book. Will the Donuts be able to stop the? he sweet vs savoury royal rumble is back on - and it's going to get messy! The only thing guaranteed is that it will be gleefully hilarious!

When Nathan meets Cara, sparks fly. Her smile lights him up, and he falls for her fast. Being with her is like taking a deep breath, after the terrible thing that happened three months ago. Cara feels the same. And this joy is a gift - because her life is shattered, too. Nathan feels like a new start. But they're both hiding a secret. And the secrets intertwine in a way neither of them could imagine. There's no way Cara and Nathan can be together. But, despite everything, they find it impossible to be apart. This is a stunningly written, thought-provoking drama about loss, atonement, and love which defines a lifetime.

DETENTION JUST GOT DANGEROUS!When Jack Digby is sent to Cyril Sniggs's Correctional Orphanage for Wayward Boys and Girls, he doesn't expect lessons in how to fire cannons and fend off pirate attacks. But perhaps he should, as the school, some say, was founded by a pirate. Even stranger, at the end of each year, the four worst-behaved pupils are banished to the terrifying Sin Bin Island, where they must survive for a week. Legend has it, the island was once used to smuggle magic onto the mainland, but in over 300 years the magic has never been found. Until now . . . Book one of this highly anticipated series, with illustrations by Nik Afia.

From then on, I collected sentences like other people collect keyrings. I searched for them everywhere . . . Jodie Jones is obsessed with words. Yet she can't find the ones to say what happened that day five years ago, with her mum, on the bridge. Struggling in school and at home, she takes comfort in her safe places: her books. Her best friend. And her brother's friend, Moses - who makes her feel something new. But when hidden family truths come to light and life starts to implode, can Jodie Jones find the words she needs to save hersel? compelling, witty, moving love letter to the magic of words.

Ever wondered what donuts get up to when they're not being eaten? No, because that would be silly! But it turns out, donuts have BIG PLANS FOR WORLD DOMINATION!!! Meet Sprinkles, the leader of the Squad; Jammyboi, who spreads stickiness EVERYWHERE; Dadnut and Lil' Timmy, who explain obscure facts, and Spronky, who is bizarrely unconventional! But don't mention the arch-nemeses of the donuts . . . the bagels, secretly plotting Donut Squad's doom! Guffaws guaranteed!

Her parents' divorce has Maaryah bidding bye-bye to Dubai and her life of luxury . . . and hello to dreary London, where things get . . . complicated. There are house parties, annoying-yet-hot boys and the isolating reality of being the only hijabi in a massive school. Can Maaryah stay true to herself, even when another bombshell rocks her world . . . ?Odd Girl Out has been shortlisted for multiple awards including the Warwickshire Teen Book Awards, Redbridge Book Awards, Redhill Academy Trust YA Book Award, Girls Day School Trust Awards & the Muslim Book Awards. It has been nominated for the Carnegie Medal, longlisted for the Branford Boase Award and won the Strange Incorporated Award.