1. The World’s Worst Children by David Walliams and Tony Ross
2. The Bad Guys: Episode 1 by Aaron Blabey
3. Tom Gates: Super Good Skills (Almost) (Book 10) by Liz Pichon
4. Circle by Jeannie Baker
5. In My Heart: A Book of Feelings by Jo Witek and Christine Roussey
6. The Other Side of Summer by Emily Gale
7. New Guard (Book 17) by Robert Muchamore
8. Run, Pip, Run by J.C. Jones
9. The Treehouse Fun Book by Andy Griffiths, Jill Griffiths and Terry Denton
10. The Bad Guys Episode 3: The Furball Strikes Back by Aaron Blabey

There’s much to discover in this week’s list of bestselling children’s and young adult books.

Jeannie Baker’s new picture book is full of gorgeous, intricate details to pour over, and offers a gentle way of talking about climate change with small children. Emily Gale’s new novel for 10- to 14-year-olds is a moving and ultimately hopeful story of grief and friendship. Robert Muchamore’s new YA spy thriller is another gritty addition to his CHERUB series.

And, once again, we’re so pleased to see some of the shortlisted books for our Readings Children’s Book Prize feature in our bestsellers list. Aaron Blabey’s The Bad Guys is a hilarious, illustrated romp for 5+, and J.C. Jones’ Run, Pip, Run is a tender, wry story for 9+.

Here are 30 reasons to read the entire shortlist!