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Monster Nanny
Halley, Koby and Mimi have been sent a nanny to look after them while their parents are away. The only problem? Their nanny is a monster!
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Why Do I Feel Like This?
A witty, perceptive picture book that will help children develop emotional resilience.
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The Ice Sea Pirates
The cold bites and the sea lashes in this page-turning adventure on the ice seas. No one but ten-year-old Siri dares to face treacherous sailors, hungry wolves and the arctic winter to save her younger sister from the dreaded...
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The Letter for the King
When Tiuri answers a desperate call for help, he finds himself on a perilous mission that could cost him his life. He must deliver a secret letter to the King who lives across the Great Mountains - a letter upon which the future...
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Forever
A poignant look at the way things come and go, beautifully illustrated by Beatrice Alemagna, winner of the Society of Illustrator's Gold Medal for Original Art.
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Greta’s Story: The Schoolgirl Who Went on Strike to Save the Planet
Greta's story is about hope, courage and determination. You are never too young to make a difference.
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Everybody Counts: A counting story from 0 to 7.5 billion
Everybody Counts takes readers on a lively journey through all the diversity the world has to offer, from 0 to 7.5 billion.
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My Neighbor Totoro: A Novel
The beloved animation classic by legendary Studio Ghibli director Hayao Miyazaki, My Neighbor Totoro is now retold in novel form. This prestige, hardcover edition features original illustrations by Miyazaki himself, accompanying a...
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Hattie
A funny, lively, sympathetic illustrated chapter book about a street-smart country girl in her first year of school, from internationally award-winning Frida Nilsson.
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Inkheart
Meggie loves books. So does her father, Mo, a bookbinder, although he has never read aloud to her since her mother mysteriously disappeared. They live quietly until the night a stranger knocks at their door. He has come with a...
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Captain Rosalie
This story previously appeared, in slightly different form, in The great war (Candlewick Press, 2015) --Page facing title page.
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The Big Little Thing
A beautiful new book exploring the wonderful way that happiness enters our lives and changes the way we look at the world!
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The Goldsmith and the Master Thief
Twins Jiacomo and Laurenzo look exactly the same - but they are as different as night and day. Hard-working Laurenzo wants to make beautiful things and becomes a goldsmith; Jiacomo loves travel and adventure and uses his wiles to...
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The Three Robbers
Written and illustrated by one of the world's most acclaimed and award-winning children's authors, The Three Robbers is a timeless tale of mystery and suspense for 4-8 year olds, in which three ferocious thieves are defeated by...
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The Forest
A book about the journey of life, from our wide-eyes of childhood through the tangles and brambles, into our end.
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I Can Be Anything
A pre-bedtime game of charades full of silliness and surprises that will delight kids and parents alike.
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Encyclopedia of Grannies
An offbeat book full of word play and humour, answering all your questions about grandmas-especially the ones you never thought to ask.
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Pippi Longstocking
Pippi Longstocking, Astrid Lindgren's nine-year-old heroine, burst onto the bookshelf in 1945 and has remained a firm favourite with children the world over. Here her story is illustrated with flair and humour by Lauren Child,...
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Can You Hear the Trees Talking?
A walk in the park will never be the same after kids discover this awe-inspiring book.
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Finn Family Moomintroll
Poor little chap! He had been turned into a very strange animal indeed... Although they're small, fat and shy creatures, Moomins have the most amazing adventures. It all begins when Moominpappa tries on a magic hat that makes...
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The Runaways
Grandson and grandpa run away together for a one-night adventure. This novel is filled with warmth and humour, from one of the world's best writers for children.
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Zanzibar
An uplifting, warmhearted early chapter book about a crow, who proves you can move mountains (or even dromedaries) and perform truly heroic deeds if you believe in yourself.
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Everybody Poos
A no-nonsense approach to poo to encourage children not to be ashamed about potty training.
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Rivers
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Jump!
A joyful jumping boardbook to share with babies and toddlers.
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Stories of the Night
A modern fairytale storybook set in the magical illustrated world of Astrid Lindgren Award recipient Kitty Crowther
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Dear Professor Whale
Translation of: Watashi wa Kujira-Musaki ni sumu kujira to imasu.
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Anatomy: A Cutaway Look Inside the Human Body
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Detective Gordon: The First Case
Someone's stealing nuts from the forest, and it's up to Detective Gordon to catch the thief! Unfortunately, solving this crime means standing in the snow and waiting for a long time... If only he had an assistant?someone small,...
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Bruno
Days come and go, and for Bruno they always bring something interesting. And once in a while, a day comes along that is just about perfect! These six linked stories are full of friendship, silliness, and the little moments that...
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Sports are fantastic fun!
A witty picture dictionary of the world's most popular sports
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Where Dani Goes, Happy Follows
A stand-alone follow-up to the acclaimed chapter books that began with New York Times Notable Book My Happy Life
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All the Dear Little Animals
A funny illustrated chapter book about three children who decide someone must bury all the world's poor dead animals.
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The House of Madame M
A large-format lift-the-flaps visit to the haunted house of Madame M-enjoy the thrill of uncovering what lurks in the wardrobe, behind the door, tucked under the furniture...
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Yours Sincerely, Giraffe
Giraffe is bored, as usual. He'd love a friend to share things with. So he writes a letter and sends it as far as possible across the other side of the horizon. There he finds a pen pal-Penguin.
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Two for Me, One for You
A new story from the author of bestselling Tickle My Ears: two friends share three mushrooms...who will get the extra one?
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Tickle My Ears
Tickle My Ears brings a wonderful new bedtime ritual: clap your hands, plump the pillow, give little rabbits ears a tickle, stroke his back, pull up the covers and plant a goodnight kiss. And dont forget to turn out the light:...
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