Hachette Children's Group

A dark, intoxicating and deeply unsettling queer YA horror about a lonely boy and a sinister sea god risen from the deep, from the New York Times bestselling author of Don't Let the Forest In and Hazelthorn. Perfect for fans of Frances Hardinge.

Share the wonderful story of The Little Prince with younger readers. Based on the original text by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry.

"Please . . . draw me a sheep!"Share the poetic wonder of The Little Prince with your baby.

Get ready for the festive season with this collection of short stories from the world's best-loved storyteller - perfect for reading before bedtime!

When Harry's big sister Frankie dies, his world shatters - until a baby raven arrives and changes everything. An enthralling and heartwarming story from the bestselling, award-winning creators of Julia and the Shark, this is a deluxe hardback with dazzling purple and black illustrations.

Join ten magical fairies in this charming rhyming counting adventure! Ten little fairies are helping out their queen. She's lost her precious magic wand - it's nowhere to be seen! Follow the fairies as they fly their way through a wonderfully enchanted world, packed with favourite fairy tale creatures and nursery rhyme characters. Read the bouncy rhyming story and count from ten to one and back again, as the little fairies disappear then reappear. Spot and count the details on each pages, and join in with the magical read-aloud sounds. Part traditional counting rhyme, part fun-filled story, Ten Little Fairies is perfect for sharing again and again.

'Here is storytelling at its best, the story utterly mesmerising and deeply touching' Michael Morpurgo, author of War Horse 'A heartfelt adventure set in the snowy Finnish wonderlands. Sensitively written, this is bound to appeal to animal lovers everywhere' Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear 'Beautifully drawn setting with a touching friendship at its core' Elle McNicoll, author of A Kind of Spark Lumi is far from thrilled when her parents send her to stay in Lapland with her aunt and uncle - especially because being autistic makes it hard for her to adjust to a new place. But everything changes when she befriends a lone white wolf. So when hunters threaten his life, Lumi makes a brave decision: she will save him by leading him to a national park. Scouting a trail through the frozen wilderness, making camp in cosy hiking cabins, and even trying saunas and ice-swimming, Lumi begins to open up to Lapland and even accepts the help of local boy Oskár. But with danger at their heels, can they find safety in time - and a place to belong? An unforgettable story about discovering your strengths and finding your place in the world, written by a Finnish neurodivergent storyteller. Featuring illustrated pages from Lumi's forest diary. More praise for Lumi and the Wolf:A thrilling adventure full of warmth, friendship and page-turning excitement' Pari Thomson, author of the Greenwild series 'A gorgeous winter adventure' Abi Elphinstone, author of Sky Song 'A warm hug of a book. A true joy of a read' JJ Arcanjo, author of the Crookhaven series 'So pacey and full of heart' Jacob North, author of Ice Apprentices 'A heart-warming, beautifully written adventure that fans of Hannah Gold and Lui Sit will love' Philippa Leathley, author of Inkbound 'Destined to be a classic of children's literature. Complete wonder, utter magic' Lizzie Huxley-Jones, author of the Vivi Conway series 'A brilliant adventure full of love, animals and friendship. I was hooked immediately' Matilda, 10 years old 'The must-buy children's book of the year!!!' Liliana, Waterstones bookseller 'What an adventure! This cosy story of a girl's friendship with an injured wolf is so sweet and takes you right into the snowy fells of Lapland! ...Kids are going to 'Lap' this up!' Emily-Jane Clark, author of the Cringe Club series 'High adventure, neurodiverse feisty heroine, action-packed short chapters; it's a teacher's gold standard' Jude, owner of the Only Make Believe Bookshop 'I just absolutely adored it' Anna Zoe Quirke, author of Something to be Proud Of 'Spellbinding, sensitively written and sweeps you away from the very first page' Mel Taylor-Bessent, author of The Christmas Carrolls series 'Hannah Gold meets Elle McNicoll with a sprinkle of Moomin midwinter magic' Claire Hatcher-Smith, author of The Mizzy Mysteries series

The ultimate unofficial guide to Taylor Swift and her ERAS in a stunning graphic novel. Including everything you need to know about her new album The Life of a Showgirl! This book is your backstage pass to the world of Taylor Swift! With thirteen gorgeously illustrated chapters to read, each dedicated to her different eras, you'll follow her journey from country starlet to international sensation and discover the famous relationships she's had along the way and the inspiration behind some of her most iconic songs. And it wouldn't be a Taylor Swift book without easter eggs! Can you find them in the scrapbook artwork? The perfect guide to the Taylor universe for Swifties written and illustrated by Swifties!

Nudgers and shoversIn spite of ourselves. Our kind multiplies:We shall by morning Inherit the earth . . . Delve deep into the undergrowth and explore the underfoot world of mushrooms through the breathtaking words of Pulitzer Prize winner, Sylvia Plath. Discover their many colours and hues, their ability to break through any terrain and their determination to not be ignored. In her eyes, it is a world rooted in nature, resilience and womanhood. With stunning illustrations from artist Aitch, this is a sumptuous book to be adored and treasured. The perfect gift for lovers of poetry, nature and those who find beauty in the overlooked.

There's magic around every corner in this spellbinding short story collection from Enid Blyton, the world's best-loved storyteller! Discover the goblin who cast a wicked spell, the magic stone that finds lost things and the boots that walk away on their own. From wizards and witches to pixies and fairies and all the spells they cast in between, there's something for everyone in this magical collection from Enid Blyton. These traditional tales are ideal for younger children being read to and for newly confident readers to read alone. Each story stands alone and is the perfect length for reading at bedtime or in the classroom. Enid Blyton remains one of Britain's favourite children's authors and her bumper short story collections are perfect for introducing her to the latest generation of readers. Read all of Enid Blyton's bumper short story collections. New in 2026:Cosy Bedtime StoriesPerfect Pet StoriesFive-Minute Christmas Stories *** Enid Blyton® and Enid Blyton's signature are registered trade marks of Hodder & Stoughton Limited. No trade mark or copyrighted material may be reproduced without the express written permission of the trade mark and copyright owner.

Once upon a time there was a terrible monster called the Ickabog. ?Or so the story goes . . .?Prepare for a legendary adventure from one of the world's greatest storytellers J.K. Rowling, now featuring striking illustrations from award-winning illustrator Ben Mantle.?Once upon a time there was a tiny kingdom called Cornucopia, as rich in happiness as it was in gold, and famous for its food. From the delicate cream cheeses of Kurdsburg to the Hopes-of-Heaven pastries of Chouxville, each was so delicious that people wept with joy as they ate them.But even in this happy kingdom, a monster lurks. Legend tells of a fearsome creature living far to the north in the Marshlands... the Ickabog. Some say it breathes fire, spits poison, and roars through the mist as it carries off wayward sheep and children alike. Some say it's just a myth...And when that myth takes on a life of its own, casting a shadow over the kingdom, two children - best friends Bert and Daisy - embark on a great adventure to untangle the truth and find out where the real monster lies, bringing hope and happiness to Cornucopia once more.

Malory Towers with a mystery twist! A brand-new series by Fleur Hitchcock, inspired by Enid Blyton. New girl Emma can't wait to meet her classmates and explore the famous Malory Towers. Together with her new-found friends Sheila and Marie she quickly settles into school life, but soon there are big questions to be answered . . . Where does their classmate keep disappearing to? Why were the horses let out the stable? And who are the strangers on the clifftop? Only the Malory Towers Mystery Club can solve this puzzle! A brand-new mystery series, full of friendship, intrigue and beloved characters old and new. Perfect for every generation of Blyton readers.

From the bestselling creators of Illegal and Global comes a timely and thoughtful graphic novel about war.

The second book in the dangerously romantic, dark academia blockbuster Immortal Dark series, sees Kidan and Susenyos face their biggest fears.PRAISE FOR IMMORTAL DARK:'Entirely irresistible ... You won't be able to look away' Chloe Gong, No.1 New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights'A completely original, deliciously dark take on vampires' Sarah Underwood, New York Times bestselling author of Lies We Sing to the Sea'A deliciously dark story teeming with morally grey characters you can't help but root for' Gabi Burton, author of Sunday Times bestselling Sing Me to Sleep

Tiny ponies . . . big adventures!Poppy and Harper are best friends who share a magical secret - their tiny toy ponies can come to life! While the girls are away on a seaside holiday, they are suddenly whisked away to Pony Land, where they find the Friendship Ponies in trouble. Now nobody is getting along.Can Poppy and Harper restore the ponies'' friendship power?Beautiful black and white illustrations bring the magical ponies to life in these chapter books suitable for young readers aged 5 and up.

Discover real-life stories of treasures lost, stolen and found where YOU become the treasure hunter!Discover a message in a bottle that appears to be from the ghost of Captain William Kidd - the infamous pirate and now, it would seem, thief! Follow a breadcrumb trail of intriguing clues left by the treasure-hungry thief as he travels the world attempting to steal great artefacts, paintings, gold and more. The Treasure Hunt takes you on an epic adventure, where you will find out how to decipher tricky codes and uncover heart-stopping accounts of how famous treasures were lost, found or stolen!Crack the codes to turn the page and travel from country to country. But be warned - some treasures may never be found ...