Children

Discover your destiny in a legendary tale of friendly giants and magical mishaps, from actor and comedian Ben Miller, author of The Day I Fell into a Fairytale.  

'Wonderful, funny, magical' Chris Evans 

‘A sheer delight for all kids both big AND small’ Ruth Jones

Marcus has just started Merlin's, a very unusual school...

He doesn't like it and is doing everything he can to get into big trouble and be sent home. When a midnight prank accidentally wakes a sleeping giant called Crom, things take a turn for the magical.

But there are other giants on the move, bigger and angrier than Crom. Realising that Merlin's and the whole country are in danger, it's a race against time for the two new friends to find the magic of their own bravery.

Join Stick Man and Santa on their search for the missing Christmas presents! Stick Man is helping Santa deliver the Christmas presents. But the presents have gone missing. Let's find them! Lift the colourful card flaps in this fun board book, perfect for small hands.

From the New York Times bestselling and award-winning author, Joanna Ho, comes an uplifting call to action that highlights Asian American history, paired with vibrant and colorful illustrations by artist and activist, Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya.

 

In Joanna Ho’s true classic style, she creates a poetic ode that celebrates Asian American communities and their history. We Who Produce Pearls, is an anthem for Asian America that celebrates the richness and diversity within the Asian American identity and serves as a reminder of our self worth, our legacy and most of all, our destiny. Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya’s signature bright and bold palette brings to light the strength and power within us all, creating a mesmerizing, stunning, and magical masterpiece that proves how we can shape our pain and struggle into one of joy and power. Together, Joanna and Amanda remind readers to rise up, speak out, and step into power.

FROM THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF BETTER THAN THE MOVIES!

Emilie has the worst Valentine’s Day ever—only to relive it over and over again. Perfect riotous romantic YA fiction where 50 First Dates meets Groundhog Day.

After living through a dumpster fire of a Valentine’s Day, Emilie escapes to her grandmother’s house for some comfort and a consolation pint of Ben & Jerry’s. She passes out on the couch, but when she wakes up, she’s back home in her own bed—and it’s Valentine’s Day all over again. And the next day? Another nightmare V-Day.

Emilie is stuck in some sort of time loop nightmare that she can’t wake up from as she re-watches her boyfriend, Josh, cheat on her day after day. Not only that but Emilie can’t get away from the enigmatic Nick, who she keeps running into—sometimes literally—in unfortunate ways.

How many days can one girl passively watch her life go up in flames? And when something good starts to come out of these terrible days, what happens when the universe stops doling out do-overs?

Pre-order Nothing Like the Movies, the swoony sequel to Better than the Movies and don't miss out on Betting on You from Lynn Painter!

When Lucy hears noises from behind the wall she tries to warn her parents that there are wolves banging about. But her parents don't listen.

When the wolves finally take over the house and Lucy and her family are evicted to live in the garden, her parents realise perhaps they should have listened. But Lucy is no shrinking violet and pretty soon she has the wolves out and the family back in the house.

So what was that noise Lucy heard coming from behind the wall . . . ?

An adapted, easy-to-read edition of Zobeida and the Three Qalandars – with engaging illustrations throughout.

A porter in a marketplace, three holy beggars new to Baghdad and a caliph in disguise with his advisor, Jamal. Somehow, they all end up in the home of three beautiful sisters. Though sworn to mind their own business, each has questions. Why do the sisters punish their dogs? How did each holy man lose his left eye?

The answers will take them from a graveyard to a magnetic mountain, through betrayal and shipwreck, with a clever monkey, a jealous neighbour, princes and princesses.

"Growl! It's Not My Nose" is an engaging and delightful board book designed specifically for toddlers, where laughter and learning go hand in hand. This charming story invites little readers on an exciting adventure as they explore the whimsical world of quirky characters. Each page is a vibrant explosion of color, featuring bright and playful illustrations that will captivate young imaginations.

The interactive element of the book makes it even more fun! Children will love pressing the squeaky nose featured throughout the story, adding an auditory dimension to the reading experience. Each squeak invites giggles and encourages participation, making storytime a lively affair.

As the narrative unfolds, toddlers are prompted to guess whose nose it might be, fostering their critical thinking and observational skills. With each turn of the page, they will encounter different animals, each with its own unique and funny attributes, leading to delightful surprises.

Get to know Zog and his friends in this fun board book in the shape of Zog by the bestselling creators of The Gruffalo and Stick Man. Meet the Flying Doctors - a dragon, knight and girl. Their names are Gadabout the Great, and Zog, and Princess Pearl. This board book is perfect for kids of all ages with sturdy shaped card pages and brightly coloured illustrations. The bouncy text introduces readers to the much-loved characters from the classic stories by the number one bestselling author and illustrator. Based on the bestselling Zog and Zog and the Flying Doctors by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler. Zog and the Flying Doctors as been adapted into a popular animated film starring voices from Sir Lenny Henry (Narrator), Hugh Skinner (Zog), Patsy Ferran (Princess Pearl) and Rob Brydon (The King). The animated film of Tabby McTat stars voice artists including Jodie Whittaker (Doctor Who) as the narrator, Rob Brydon (Gavin and Stacey) as Fred, Sope Dirisu (Gangs of London) as Tabby McTat, alongside Cariad Lloyd, Joanna Scanlan and Susan Wokoma. Look out for Jonty Gentoo by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler in 2024.

Join the four newest fairies on their adventures in the

Magic Forest! These Forever Fairies will learn all there is to

know about how fairies help save the day.

Welcome back to the Magic Forest!

Coco is so excited to learn from the talented Twinklestars

– the expert fairy bakers. Together

with Lulu, Nova and Zali, she has to create a brand-new recipe for the Twinklestar pod trial. But just when they think they have the

perfect recipe, a troll prank causes all of their plans to go awry.

Can the fairy friends whip up a creative solution and win the day?

The third book in a beautifully told adventure series featuring magic, excitement and fairies!

Gorgeous black and white illustrations throughout

Authored by the brilliant Maddy Mara and perfect for fans of The Dragon Girls

Join the four newest fairies on their adventures in the Magic Forest! These Forever Fairies will learn all there is to know about how fairies help save the day.

Welcome back to the Magic Forest!

Zali and the other fairies are learning all about the Sparkleberries, the most creative fairy pod in the Magic Forest. Zali is excited for the arts and crafts ― but the Sparkleberry trial also requires singing and dancing, which makes her very nervous! Can Zali overcome her fears and put on an amazing show with her friends?

And when it’s over, will the Forever Fairies get to join their favorite fairy pods?

• The fourth book in a beautifully told adventure series featuring magic, excitement and fairies!
• Gorgeous black and white illustrations throughout
• Authored by the brilliant Maddy Mara and perfect for fans of The Dragon Girls