Non Fiction Genres

From the dazzling ballrooms of imperial Moscow to the carnage of Napoleon's battlefields, here is one of the greatest stories ever told about war, love, loss, and forgiveness.

Jack London's classic tale of the half-wolf, half dog, takes you on White Fang's epic journey from cub to sled dog to fighting dog. Living in harsh surroundings with brutal owners, every day is a battle for survival.

Little Red Riding Hood is off to visit her Grandma, but following her through the forest is a very hungry wolf... This lively retelling of the classic fairy tale has gorgeous illustrations and the simple text makes this story perfect for sharing together or for beginner readers to enjoy alone.  

A beautifully illustrated picture book that brings new life to the classic tale. Meet Cinderella, a young girl with a wicked stepmother, two cruel stepsisters, and a magical fairy godmother who is set to make her dreams come true. The simple text and vibrant illustrations will appeal to very young children at story time and to older children just beginning to read alone.

The classic English fairytale, specially rewritten for young children and brought to life with stunning illustrations. Jack and his mother are so poor that they don't have anything to eat. Their hope is fading, until Jack meets a strange little man with a handful of magic beans... What happens next changes Jack's life forever. The simple text and vibrant illustrations will appeal to very young children at story time and to older children just beginning to read alone.

Who keeps helping the old shoemaker and making such wonderful shoes while he sleeps? And how can the shoemaker repay their kindness? Find out in this joyful retelling of the classic fairy tale for little children, gorgeously illustrated on every page by John Joven.  

The much-loved story of Snow White, specially retold for beginner readers and illustrated with fresh, colourful pictures by John Joven.One of the world's most famous fairy tales, beautifully illustrated and charmingly retold for little children. Snow White is the kindest and prettiest girl in the kingdom, but her stepmother soon becomes jealous... A much-loved and gorgeously illustrated story of a beautiful princess, a wicked queen and her magic mirror, a handsome prince and not one but seven…

From traditional steam trains to super-fast bullet trains, this fact-filled information book allows children to look inside locomotives and find out how they work. Young readers can lift-the-flaps to discover fun facts and find out about the history of train travel.

A brilliant read-aloud version of the much-loved classic story by L. Frank Baum. Join Dorothy and her little dog Toto on the yellow brick road, as they set off to explore the magical Land of Oz. Can they find the Wizard, defeat the Wicked Witch of the West, and return to Kansas? With simple text and charming illustrations to bring the story to life for younger readers.