Templar Books

PEREGRINE QUINN RETURNS FOR A BRAND-NEW FAST-PACED ADVENTURE IN THIS THIRD BOOK IN THE OUTSTANDING FANTASY SERIES!Chaos is close, and the Mountain is trembling. Olympus Inc. is desperate to show that the Realms can go on as normal, even after everything that happened at the Cosmic Games. But things are far from normal. With Hekate's new powers, surely it's only a matter of time before she succeeds in bringing the chaos goddess Discord back from the Fourth Realm? Meanwhile Peregrine has problems of her own. Her explosive outburst has caught the eye of Hades, and now she's being drawn into the centre of a battle that the Cosmics are determined to win, no matter what the cost. Join Peregrine and her friends as they face their most dangerous challenge yet: a heist that will take them into the heart of Olympus itself . . . ENTER THE PORTAL TO THE INCREDIBLE COSMIC REALM IN THIS EPIC MIDDLE-GRADE ADVENTURE. PERFECT FOR FANS OF SKANDAR and PERCY JACKSON.

From New York Times bestselling author Jordan Ifueko comes a dazzling middle-grade adventure set in a glitzy, dystopian Los Angeles where a young girl on a mission to save her sister finds herself thrust into a world of genies, magic and mystery!ONE WISH COULD CHANGE EVERYTHING. BUT WHAT IF THE GAME IS RIGGED? Thirteen-year-old Valentine Adesanya is desperate to find her missing big sister, Mango. So when a mysterious text from Mango leads her to a boba shop, Valentine follows. But when she arrives, instead of finding her sister, she's pulled into the Genie Realm, a magical world where kids become 'genies' and grant wishes to power the Trio Trust, the mega-corporations secretly running Gloss Angeles. To escape and rescue Mango, Valentine must compete in the Genie Game: a wish-granting contest where only cleverness, grit and a little chaos will get her to the top. But as she climbs the leaderboard, Valentine uncovers a monstrous secret buried beneath the glittering surface. Has the game been rigged against her since the start? How did the Trio Trust get so powerful? And why do they seem so afraid of Valentine Adesany? arriet the Spy meets Black Mirror in this thrilling middle-grade debut from the bestselling and critically acclaimed author of the Raybearer books. Perfect for fans of Nevermoor, The Marvellers and Percy Jackson!

NOMINATED FOR A CARNEGIE MEDAL FOR ILLUSTRATION 2026. From the creative duo behind A Shelter for Sadness and The Boy, the Troll and the Chalk comes a heartwarming picture book about friendship, flying and the joy of sharing books. Once upon a time, there was a little girl and a gosling who loved each other very much - and loved reading books together even more. But one day, there is a book the girl will not share. Before Gosling can peek inside, she slams the book shut and says: "I don't like this book. Let's play something else." When their new book mysteriously disappears, the girl and the gosling's friendship is put to the test. Then one night, Gosling finds the missing book and leaves. Will the girl be able to put things right before it's too lat? his reassuring story teaches children that honesty and trust are what help friendships fly and is effortlessly brought to life by David Litchfield's atmospheric scenes and Anne Booth's warm and rich storytelling. The perfect bookshelf companion to The Duck Who Didn't Like Water, I'm Sticking With You and Pip & Egg.

Dadbot is back in this wacky graphic novel series, in a riot of colour!The summer holidays are over and it's time for Josh and Daisy to go back to school - which means Dadbot has to stay at home without them. But then an AI home assistant called HONEY is mysteriously left on their doorstep, and Dadbot is delighted to have company. Even better, it's the company of another robot!Josh and Daisy, however, aren't too sure about Dadbot's new friend. Her voice keeps changing and it feels like she's watching them. Worse yet, Dadbot prefers spending time with HONEY than with them! When a massive power cut affects the whole town, Josh and Daisy realise something is really wrong. HONEY's interest in Dadbot isn't just creepy - it's dangerous! But who is behind it all and what do they want? Josh and Daisy need to act fast to save Dadbot . . . and their entire town!Full of robots, puns and dastardly dad-napping, this hilarious series is perfect for fans of BUNNY VS MONKEY and DOG MAN!Have you read the first DADBOT? OUT NOW! Watch out for the third book, DADBOT: BILLIONAIRE BLAST OFF - coming soon!

A gorgeously lyrical folktale about the importance of protecting our environment by Greenaway-shortlisted Poonam Mistry. Bear lives in the bountiful forest, filled with breathtaking flowers and plants, and trees that tower up to the sun. One night, the trees and plants disappear and when the animals wake up, they begin to flee the forest in grief. But when Bear finds a lonely seed, he works tirelessly to help it grow, seeking words of advice from the few animals that pass by. He shades it from the harsh wind and cold snowy season, but nature's power is unavoidable and soon it is time for him to hibernate. Bear hopes that by the time he wakes up, his determination will help the forest renew.

Blending lyrical text with non-fiction, this book celebrates every aspect of New York City from the crowded streets to sprawling Central Park and the bagel stands to the Statue of Liberty. Written by New York poet Sarah Kay and illustrated with warmth and detail by award-winning artist Ryan Johnson, this vibrant book captures the heart of the big city.

PEREGRINE QUINN IS BACK FOR AN EDGE-OF-YOUR-SEAT ADVENTURE IN THIS SECOND INSTALLMENT IN THE OUTSTANDING NEW CHILDREN'S FANTASY SERIES!A Games. A thief. A mechanical lioness. It's just another week in the Cosmic Realm!The city of Cosmopolis is buzzing with excitement. The Cosmic Games are fast approaching, and eight champions are about to compete for a magical golden apple and a lifetime of glory. It's the event of a generation! But behind the scenes tensions within Olympus Inc. are running high as they struggle to hide signs of a rebellion, and the fact that a mysterious figure is trying to sabotage the Games. Who are they, and what do they want? In Oxford, Peregrine is desperate to return to the Cosmic Realm but her mum is not keen. Surely, Peregrine's life is adventurous enough? The decision is taken out of Penelope's hands when Peregrine receives a letter from Athene herself, asking for Peregrine to compete in the Cosmic Games. How can Peregrine possibly compete against the other Academy-trained champions? Especially when someone is making it very clear that she should not be allowed to win . . . ENTER THE PORTAL TO AN INCREDIBLE NEW WORLD IN THIS EPIC MIDDLE-GRADE ADVENTURE. PERFECT FOR FANS OF SKANDAR and PERCY JACKSON.

An exciting and funny new murder mystery from author Niyla Farook, author of Indie Book Award-shortlisted MURDER FOR TWO. After solving the murder of Mrs Kostas the previous summer, twins Ani and Riri have moved past tolerating each other to a budding friendship. But with Riri and their mum living in LA and Ani and their dad living in Yorkshire, it's hard to stay close. Especially since Ani seems to have gone off sleuthing all together . . . When they all meet in LA for an exclusive trip to Deadwood Manor theme park, tensions start to rise. Why has Riri's best friend Adora, their older sister and her boyfriend come along when it's a family trip? What has caused Ani to stop sleuthing? Who is Riri always on the phone t? hen their personal tour guide in the Deadwood Manor park is murdered and it's clear that the time for games is over. There's only one question that matters: whodunni? brilliant introduction to murder mysteries for Middle Grade readers - perfect for fans of HIGH RISE MYSTERY!

An innovative board book design that lets toddlers place three chunky shapes into matching slots. This bold, bright board book makes learning about shapes and first words endlessly fun. Three chunky circles, featuring 6 bright colours, attach to the book with colourful ribbons to create an engaging colour-sorting game, perfect for children from one to three years. The shapes slot into a die-cut on the page, with satisfying ease, completing a variety of images, from an ice cream cone to a branch full of bugs. Matching the colours aids children in their fine motor skills, hand-eye co-ordination and problem-solving skills. Each spread also introduces popular first words, making this the ideal book to learn from while having fun. Illustrated in vivid colour and effortless style by Polish artist Susie Hammer. Also available: Match the Shape

This fascinating and funny comic book collection is the perfect introduction to the world of the ancient Romans. Including six mythical tales retold in comic strips, readers will learn about the founding of Rome in 'Romulus and Remus', meet a callous cyclops in 'Polyphemus and Ulysses', and much more. Each myth is told in engaging modern language, which is easy for children to understand yet still retains the humour and intrigue of the original tales. As you journey back through ancient Rome, you'll meet an amazing array of mythical creatures and glorious gods, whilst non-fiction spreads will help you learn more about gruesome gladiators, amazing armies, evil emperors and the epic Roman empire. With bright and bold illustrations by Laurie Avon, this retelling of the Roman myths will educate and entertain readers of all ages.

Another heartwarming story in Emma Dodd's bestselling series, Very Special You is a celebration of the joy little ones bring. Your smile is the best smile,your laugh is just right. You were made for kissesand cuddling tight. Sheep revels in the wonder and uniqueness of her lamb as she spends time with her 'Very Special You'. Read more stunning books in this series: Christmas Stars, The Greatest Gift, Follow Your Heart and Dream Big.

<p><b><i>'This bubbly, inclusive story, filled with meticulous detail, will be a winner for 7+ dance fanatics' - Guardian, on Ballet Besties: Yara's Chance to Dance</i><br><br>Pirouette your way into the Shimmer &amp; Shine dance studio, where the ballet besties are ready to put on a show!<br></b><br>Momoka lives to dance, and learning ballet at Shimmer &amp; Shine with all her friends is a dream come true!<br><br>So when her grandma, a world-renowned violinist who wants Momoka to follow in her footsteps, comes to visit, Momoka worries how she will break the news that she just wants to dance. She doesn't want to disappoint Grandma, but her heart belongs only to ballet.<br><br>Can the ballet besties help Momoka to embrace her dream to dance? Will a performance of The Nutcracker go to plan when she's trying to juggle it alongside violin? And will Momoka ever find the courage to show Grandma just how important ballet is to her?<br><br><b>A fun, inclusive and accessible series that will bring the joy of dance to young readers!</b></p>

<p><b>Throughout the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous periods, the world was constantly changing, bringing a huge diversity of creatures and habitats...</b><br><br>Spanning an incredible 180 million years, compare the biggest, smallest, fastest and fiercest creatures that took to our lands, seas and skies. From the fearsome Tyrannosaurus to the tiny speedster Compsognathus, children will learn all about when different dinosaurs lived, what they looked like, what they ate and how they were built, or evolved, to survive. <br><br>Author-illustrator Jack Tite breathes life back into the prehistoric world with his stunningly detailed scenes in full brilliant colour. Jack's lively, engaging text throughout is informative and easy to read, and big fold-out pages provide even more information, creating an immersive reading experience. <br><br><b>This book is a must-read for young dinosaur fans everywhere.</b></p>

<p><b>When Sophie discovers a map and an unusual request for help in the library, she has no choice but to answer it. Soon she's transported to a magical world full of adventure and intrigue, and it's up to her to save the day in this puzzle mystery! </b><br><br>Join Sophie, Bird, the Mechanical Beetle and the Little Ones as they traverse this incredible world, solving puzzles and mazes, hiding from Ghosts and rescuing a baby Stone Giant from certain doom. It's a big challenge in a strange new world, but if ANYONE has the bravery and heart to do it, it's Sophie (with the help of a fearless reader of course). Sophie is strong, with plenty of courage - she shows that bravery and a sense of adventure isn't only for boys, and that brains and kindness are what you need to save the day.<br><br>This epic tale features a puzzle to solve on nearly every spread, and an epic adventure story to be read and enjoyed.</p>

<p><b>Clouds, rainbows, snowflakes... they all come from somewhere. But how did they get there? Why is a rainbow SO colourful? Why is a tornado SO swirly? And why is a raindrop shaped like a... hamburger? </b><br><br><i>Along Came a... Rainbow! </i>answers all of these questions about the WEATHER and many more, in hilarious comic-book style. Featuring a host of colourful characters - from grumpy clouds to friendly fogs - each with their own mini story to tell about <i>exactly </i>how they came along. This book is perfect for young readers who love storybooks, but have LOTS of questions to answer.<br><br>Written by rising-star Saskia Gwinn (author of <i>Scientists are Saving the World</i>), and illustrated in rib-tickling style by Paula Bowles (illustrator of <i>Tiny Crab is a Tidy Crab</i>), this is a series of laugh-out-loud science stories the whole family can enjoy. Look out for: <i>Along Came a... Burp!</i></p>

<p><b>The first book in an exciting new time-travel adventure series from <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author Krystal Sutherland, writing with Martin Seneviratne.</b><br><br>Twelve-year-old twins Pearl and Patrick are definitely not ordinary children. Pearl, the engineering whizz, has invented a time machine, and Patrick, who has encyclopaedic knowledge of all human history, is the perfect person to test it out with her. <br><br>They can't wait to find out what life was really like in Ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome! But when their time-travelling escapades threaten to break the world as we know it, it's the legends their dad has always told them about their homeland, Sri Lanka, that might just help them win an epic battle that could change past, present and future.<br><br>Jump in for a funny, thrilling time-travel adventure - who knows what will happen when!</p>