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Floodworld
by Tom HuddlestonFloodworld is a gripping, action-packed story for 10+ readers. Kara and Joe spend their days navigating the perilous waterways of a sunken city, scratching out a living in the ruins. But when they come into possession of a mysterious map, they find themselves in a world of trouble. Suddenly everyone's after them: gangsters, cops and ruthless Mariner pirates in their hi-tech submarines. The two children must find a way to fight back before Floodworld's walls come tumbling down...
Unicorn Academy: Ariana and Whisper (Unicorn Academy)
by Julie SykesImagine a school where you meet your own unicorn and have amazing adventures together! That's what happens for the girls at Unicorn Academy on beautiful Unicorn Island.Ariana loves hanging out at the Unicorn Academy stables and looking after her beautiful unicorn, Whisper. She just hopes that their differences won't stop them bonding! All the animals are leaving the Verdant Forest, and everyone is worried. Ariana and Whisper will need all their courage to protect their friends and bring the animals safely home...Have you read the other Unicorn Academy stories?:Sophia and RainbowScarlett and BlazeAva and StarIsabel and CloudLayla and DancerOlivia and SnowflakeRosa and Crystal
Unicorn Academy: Matilda and Pearl (Unicorn Academy)
by Julie SykesImagine a school where you meet your own unicorn and have amazing adventures together! That's what happens for the girls at Unicorn Academy on beautiful Unicorn Island.Matilda and Pearl are having a fantastic time at Unicorn Academy. They both have big imaginations and are great at telling stories. They're the perfect partners. While camping in the woods, Matilda, Pearl and their friends discover that magic is draining from the oldest tree on the island. They're sure someone is up to no good but they'll have to think fast to stop them! Have you read the other Unicorn Academy stories?: Sophia and Rainbow Scarlett and Blaze Ava and Star Isabel and CloudLayla and DancerOlivia and SnowflakeRosa and Crystal Ariana and WhisperAnd look out for:Freya and HoneyViolet and TwinkleIsla and Buttercup
Unicorn Academy: Freya and Honey (Unicorn Academy)
by Julie SykesImagine a school where you meet your own unicorn and have amazing adventures together! That's what happens for the girls at Unicorn Academy on beautiful Unicorn Island.Freya and Honey are having great adventures at Unicorn Academy. Freya is brilliant at inventing things, and Honey loves exploring. Strange things are happening at the school. When Freya and Honey stumble upon a hidden tunnel and decide to investigate, they will need all their skills to make it back safely...Have you read the other Unicorn Academy stories?:Sophia and RainbowScarlett and BlazeAva and StarIsabel and CloudLayla and DancerOlivia and SnowflakeRosa and CrystalAriana and WhisperMatilda and PearlAnd look out for:Violet and TwinkleIsla and Buttercup
Unicorn Academy: Violet and Twinkle (Unicorn Academy)
by Julie SykesImagine a school where you meet your own unicorn and have amazing adventures together! That's what happens for the girls at Unicorn Academy on beautiful Unicorn Island.Violet and Twinkle adore Unicorn Academy. They are determined to look after the school and beautiful Unicorn Island - if only Twinkle could discover her power! An adventure across a frozen lagoon leads Violet, Twinkle and their friends into terrible danger. As day turns to a frosty night, can Twinkle discover her magic in time to lead a daring rescue?Have you read the other Unicorn Academy stories?:Sophia and RainbowScarlett and BlazeAva and StarIsabel and CloudLayla and DancerOlivia and SnowflakeRosa and CrystalAriana and WhisperMatilda and PearlFreya and HoneyLook out for:Isla and Buttercup
The Boy Who Flew
by Fleur HitchcockAthan Wilde dreams of flight. When his friend, Mr Chen, is murdered, Athan must rescue the flying machine they were building together and stop it falling into the wrong hands. But keeping the machine safe puts his family in terrible danger. What will Athan choose - flight or family?From the acclaimed author of Murder In Midwinter, Fleur Hitchcock's The Boy Who Flew is a thrilling, murderous tale set among the steep rooftops and slippery characters of Athan's intricately imagined world. Perfect for fans of Philip Pullman, Peter Bunzl and Emma Carroll."It's a spirited suspenseful adventure yarn, and its breathless action scenes and multicultural characters present a very un-Austen-like vision of Bath." - James Lovegrove, The Financial Times"Hitchcock's readers expect a white-knuckle ride, and her latest novel set in 19th-century Bath and filled with Gothic skylines and dastardly villains will not disappoint [and] readers...will be swept along by the cliffhanger chapters and simple, suspenseful prose" - The Telegraph"The Boy Who Flew is an unputdownable, heart-stopping, white knuckle ride of a book. There's murder, science, friendship and family. It's in the best tradition of the undisputed master of historical adventures, Leon Garfield, and will knock your socks off!" - Catherine Johnson, author of Sawbones "An utterly brilliant story and one that is close my heart as I met Athan long ago when he was learning to fly. So many wonderful rich characters. Athan will fly high." - Gill Lewis, author of Sky HawkThe Boy Who Flew is a cracker of a story: dastardly villains, a fast-moving plot, richly atmospheric scene setting and a host of lovable children at its core. A tribute to underdogs and ingenious kids from a brilliant storyteller." - Abi Elphinstone, author of Sky Song
The Lost Puppy: The Lost Puppy (Princess of Pets #2)
by Paula HarrisonRuby Palace is no place for pets! But Princess Bea won't let royal rules stop her from helping animals in need...When a tiny puppy turns up in the palace garden, Bea must keep it a secret until she can find it a home. But it's hard to hide an excited puppy when there's a royal banquet underway. Bea's going to need some help from her best friend!Look out for more of Princess Bea's adventures!The Naughty KittenThe Lonely PonyThe Snowy Rabbit
The Naughty Kitten (Princess of Pets #4)
by Paula HarrisonRuby Palace is no place for pets! But Princess Bea won't let royal rules stop her from helping animals in need... When Bea rescues a lost kitten, she promises to keep it safe until she can find its owner. But the adventurous kitten keeps getting into trouble! And when it goes exploring in the dark of night, Bea will need to be very brave... Look out for more of Princess Bea's adventures! The Lost Puppy The Lonely Pony The Snowy Rabbit
The Lonely Pony (Princess of Pets)
by Paula HarrisonRuby Palace is no place for pets! But Princess Bea won't let royal rules stop her from helping animals in need.Bea gets a big surprise when she discovers a beautiful pony alone on the beach. Bea is determined to find Sandy's owner, if only the pony would stay put! Can Bea find Sandy's home before the pony runs into trouble?Look out for more of Princess Bea's adventures!The Naughty KittenThe Lost PuppyThe Snowy Reindeer
The Snowy Reindeer (Princess of Pets)
by Paula HarrisonWhile visiting her cousins at snowy Peruva castle, Bea finds a tiny rabbit hiding in a pile of logs.The rabbit is cold and hungry, and Bea needs all her skills to make him better.When a precious ring goes missing, can Bea help solve the mystery AND keep the rabbit a secret in the busy castle?Look out for more of Princess Bea's adventures!The Naughty KittenThe Lost PuppyThe Lonely Pony
Zoe's Rescue Zoo: The Messy Meerkat (Zoe's Rescue Zoo #18)
by Amelia CobbFantastic series for animal lovers everywhere. Perfect for fans of Holly Webb!Zoe loves living at her uncle's rescue zoo because there's always something exciting going on. And Zoe also has an amazing secret... She can actually TALK to the animals! Max the meerkat loves to dig tunnels and go exploring, and so do his baby brothers and sisters! With the big treasure hunt coming up, can Zoe find a way to keep the messy meerkat family out of trouble?
The Life and Time of Lonny Quicke
by Kirsty ApplebaumLonny is a lifeling. He has the power to heal any living creature and bring it back from the dead. But he pays a price for this gift - by lengthening the creature's life, he shortens his own. So Lonny has to be careful, has to stay hidden in the forest. Because if people knew what he could do, Lonny would be left with no life at all...A brilliant novel from the author of The Middler about family, secrets and a terrible power.
Not My Fault
by Cath HoweMaya and Rose won't talk to each other. Even though they are sisters. Not since the accident. Maya is running wild, and Rose doesn't know what to do. Now Maya and Rose have to go away together on a week-long school journey. But will the trip - and a life-threatening adventure - fix their relationship... or break it for good? A beautiful story of family, forgiveness, and finding out who you are, from the author of the highly-acclaimed Ella on the Outside.Praise for Not My Fault:"[Howe's] eye for nuanced relationships and authentic voices is very much in evidence here. Great for readers of Jacqueline Wilson" - The BooksellerPraise for Ella on the Outside: "A perfectly-pitched, thoughtful story with a big heart." - Katherine Woodfine, author of The Clockwork Sparrow "It's impossible not to root for Ella to be brave and make the right decisions, and the urge to find out whether she will powers this warm, considered and entertaining novel." - BookTrust
The Longest Night of Charlie Noon
by Christopher EdgeNominated for the 2020 CILIP Carnegie MedalThe Times Children's Book of the Week"If you go into the woods, Old Crony will get you."Secrets, spies or maybe even a monster... What lies in the heart of the wood? Charlie, Dizzy and Johnny are determined to discover the truth, but when night falls without warning they find themselves trapped in a nightmare. Lost in the woods, strange dangers and impossible puzzles lurk in the shadows. As time plays tricks, can Charlie solve this mystery and find a way out of the woods? But what if this night never ends...?A timeless novel for anyone who's ever felt lost. From the award-winning author of The Many Worlds of Albie Bright and The Infinite Lives of Maisie Day."A spooky and breathtaking adventure. Christopher Edge takes the reader on an unforgettable journey." - Ross Welford, author of Time Travelling with a Hamster"Rarely does an author have the courage to explain the metaphysics of time with crystal clarity in a book pitched at children as young as eight....You'll scratch your head and need to read it all over again right away, but double science has never been so much fun." - Alex O'Connell, The Times"A heart-stopping adventure with thrills and twists, codes and puzzles, underpinned by an intense evocation of the natural world and an intriguing exploration of the concept of time." - Nicolette Jones, The Sunday Times"It isn't every day that a novel for 8- to 12-year-olds reminds you of TS Eliot's Four Quartets, Dante's Inferno and Stanley Kubrick's 2001: A Space Odyssey... Charlie's story is also a rare thing, a novel that will be enjoyed by those who don t usually like fiction. Time will fly as they read it." - Tony Bradman, The Guardian
I, Cosmo
by Carlie SorosiakThe story of one dog's attempt to save his family, become a star, and eat a lot of bacon. Cosmo's family is falling apart. And it's up to Cosmo to keep them together. He knows exactly what to do. There's only one problem. Cosmo is a Golden Retriever. Wise, funny, and filled with warmth and heart, this is Charlotte's Web meets Little Miss Sunshine - a moving, beautiful story, with a wonderfully unique hero, from an incredible new voice in middle grade fiction - perfect for fans of Rebecca Stead and Kate DiCamillo."I adored this, a genuine feel-good delight with the most lovable animal narrator I've read in ages." - Fiona Noble, The Bookseller "Like any good dog, Cosmo is so funny, friendly, and loyal that he quickly became a dear friend, so much so that when I finished reading the book, I missed hearing his voice and picturing his shaggy face. Come back, Cosmo!" - Jim Gorant, author of The New York Times bestseller The Lost Dogs"This gem has all the warmth and joy of Homeward Bound and is making me want to get a Golden Retriever immediately." Catherine Doyle, author of The Storm Keeper's Island"This is a (very lightly) philosophical book about loyalty, love and living in the moment." - The i
No Ballet Shoes In Syria
by Catherine BrutonWinner of the Angels and Urchins Book Award for Older ReadersNominated for the 2020 CILIP Carnegie MedalThe Times Children's Book of the WeekAya is eleven years old and has just arrived in Britain with her mum and baby brother, seeking asylum from war in Syria. When Aya stumbles across a local ballet class, the formidable dance teacher spots her exceptional talent and believes that Aya has the potential to earn a prestigious ballet scholarship. But at the same time, Aya and her family must fight to be allowed to remain in the country, to make a home for themselves and to find Aya's father - separated from the rest of the family during the journey from Syria. With beautiful, captivating writing, wonderfully authentic ballet detail, and an important message championing the rights of refugees, this is classic storytelling - filled with warmth, hope and humanity."Bruton has done her research and used her imagination, as good fiction writers are wont to do, to come up with a moving, textured story[...] a Ballet Shoes for the 21st century." - Alex O'Connell, The Times"A perfect balance of tragedy and triumph" - Natasha Farrant, author of The Children of Castle Rock"A gem of a book." - Natasha Harding, Children's Book of the Week, The Sun"Wise and kind and unputdownable." - Hilary McKay, author of The Skylarks War
My Cousin is a Time Traveller (My Brother is a Superhero)
by David SolomonsLuke is surprised to learn that his cousin is a time traveller. He's even more surprised when she tells him that the machines are becoming intelligent and he must help her stop them taking over the world. It couldn't come at a worse time. Zack has decided to give up his superpowers and live life as a normal teenage nerd. So Luke must swallow his irritation and rise to the challenge yet again ...My Cousin is a Time Traveller is the fifth instalment of Luke's laugh-out-loud adventures. From the author of My Brother Is a Superhero, winner of the Waterstones Children's Book Prize and the British Book Industry Awards Children's Book of the Year."[David Solomons] represents the best in contemporary comic writing for children." - The Guardian
A Pony Called Secret: A Time To Shine (A Pony Called Secret #5)
by Olivia TuffinAlice and Secret are back home after their eventful trip to Olympia - and Secret is now one of the best-known ponies in the country!After all the excitement of London, Alice is looking forward to a peaceful summer full of relaxing hacks and pony club fun. But with Hickstead on the horizon and new girl Mia to mentor at Park Farm, the school holidays look set to be both busy and bittersweet...A perfect pony story from the author of the much-loved The Palamino Pony series.Have you read Alice and Secret's other adventures, 'A New Beginning', 'A Friend In Need', 'A Ride to Freedom' and 'A Dream Come True'?And look out for 'A True Champion'!
Little Bird Lands (Little Bird Flies)
by Karen McCombieLittle Bird has landed in America, far from her home in Scotland and far from the danger that stalked her family.But the new world holds new perils, and soon she's on the run again.From the teeming streets of New York to the prairies of the west, Little Bird holds tight to secrets and dreams of freedom.Then, on her journey, she comes face-to-face with an unwelcome ghost from the past...
Anna At War
by Helen PetersNominated for the 2020 CILIP Carnegie MedalThe Times Children's Book of the WeekA captivating wartime story of bravery, adventure and hope.As life for German Jews becomes increasingly perilous, Anna's parents put her on a train leaving for England. But the war follows her to Kent, and soon Anna finds herself caught up in a web of betrayal and secrecy. How can she prove whose side she's on when she can't tell anyone the truth? But actions speak louder than words, and Anna has a dangerous plan... A brilliant and moving wartime adventure from the author of Evie's Ghost. Cover illustration by Daniela Terrazzini."Because I believed in Anna, her war came alive for me. Her struggle, her bravery, all those things were completely real and I read the book overnight, unable to put it down. Magnificent, brilliant, heartbreaking." - Fleur Hitchcock, author of Murder in Midwinter"A fast-paced adventure, whose elegant prose and cliffhanger chapters should keep even less confident readers gripped to the thrilling end." - Emily Bearn, The Daily Telegaph"It's a tale of bravery and loss that Helen Peters (Evie's Ghost) sets out with the light touch that only rigorous research allow.... Peters tells Anna's story of escape with great humanity, and this novel is an excellent way to whet young appetites for classics such as When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit by Judith Kerr and Carrie's War by Nina Bawden." - Alex O'Connell, The Times, Children's Book of the Week"Anna at War is a gripping, moving piece of historical fiction." - Imogen Russell Williams, The Guardian"Moving and utterly enthralling" - Lissa Evans"Helen Peters balances adventure and intrigue with this emotional coming-of-age story." - Emma Dunn and Sarah Mallon, The Scotsman
The Weird Friends Fan Club
by Catherine WilkinsWhen Ella's dad refuses to let her have cool school shoes or stay up later than 9:30, Ella decides to take things into her own hands.Being good hasn't got her anywhere, so why not try being bad for a while? It certainly looks a lot more fun and what's a few detentions here and there?But going bad is a slippery slope and soon things are starting to spiral out of control.Can Ella get things back on track? Or is she going to end up with egg on her face? A brilliantly funny new story from Catherine Wilkins, author of the much-loved 'My Best friend and Other Enemies' series.
A True Champion (A Pony Called Secret)
by Olivia TuffinAlice and her beloved pony are off to train at Devon's world-class yard - following in the footsteps of the British Showjumping team!Alice and Secret have gone further than anyone thought possible . . . but on the day of the showjumping trials for the British team, Alice has to make an almost-impossible choice.Just how far is she prepared to go to reach the very top? What does the future hold for Alice and her spirited red pony?A perfect pony story from the author of the much-loved The Palamino Pony series.Have you read Alice and Secret's other adventures, 'A New Beginning','A Friend In Need','A Ride to Freedom','A Dream Come True'and'A Time To Shine'?
Orion Lost
by Alastair ChisholmAfter a catastrophic Unknown Event leaves the colony ship Orion stranded deep in space, it's up to thirteen-year-old Beth and her friends to navigate through treacherous and uncharted territory and reach safety.But a heavily damaged ship, a mysterious alien species, space pirates, and an Artificial Intelligence which Beth suspects may be lying to her mean that getting home has never been so difficult.Hugely gripping, with incredible twists and a fast-paced, action-packed story, this is an unputdownable science fiction adventure - perfect for fans of Mortal Engines and Star Wars.
How to be Me
by Cath HoweLucas is all alone.Since his mum died, Lucas and his dad don't seem to understand each other at all. And Lucas is dreading the summer drama club that his dad has signed him up for. But the people Lucas meets at the club force him to open up and start talking. Can his new-found friends teach Lucas how to be himself?A beautiful, moving story of family, friendship and self-discovery, from the author of the high-acclaimed novels Ella on the Outside and Not My Fault.
The Secret Detectives
by Ella RisbridgerA gripping, beautifully written historical mystery, from an incredible new voice in children's fiction. The body seemed to fall for a long time. There was no splash, or if there was it was lost in the waves. Isobel was frozen to the spot for a moment - and then her common sense caught up with her, and she stepped back quickly into the shadows. When Isobel Petty is orphaned, she finds herself being taken away from her home in India and sent to live with a distant uncle in England. On board the S.S. Marianna, she witnesses a shocking act - somebody being thrown overboard in the middle in the night. But when the ship's captain insists that nobody is missing, Isobel and her two new reluctant friends must solve two mysteries - the identities of both the murderer and the victim - before they reach England and the culprit has the chance to escape. Inspired by The Secret Garden and the golden age of crime writing, The Secret Detectives is perfect for fans of Robin Stevens and Katherine Rundell. "A thoroughly entertaining mystery and a heartening story of friendship. I loved it." - Katherine Woodfine, author of The Mystery of the Clockwork Sparrow