The rollicking adventurous picture book from the number one bestselling author and illustrator of The Gruffalo, Stick Man and Zog.'Give me your buns and your biscuits! Give me your chocolate eclairs! For I am the Rat of the highway, and the Rat Thief never shares!' Life is not safe for the other animals, as the villainous Highway Rat gallops along the highway, stealing their food. Clover from a rabbit; nuts from a squirrel - he even steals his own horse's hay.Will he finally meet his comeuppance, in the form of a cunning duck?Shiny foil highlights on the cover makes this a special gift for toddlersA fabulous, rollicking rhyme, in the style of the famous Alfred Noyes poem, 'The Highwayman', from the UK's number one picture book author and illustratorPerfect read-aloud rhyming text and stunning pictures on every page with lots of details to spotAdventure, friendship and learning to be kind are at the heart of this storyThe Highway Rat has been adapted into a popular animated film starring voices from David Tennant (Highway Rat), Nina Sosanya (Duck), Rob Brydon (Horse), Tom Hollander (Squirrel) and Frances de la Tour (Rabbit)The animated film of Tiddler stars voice artists including Hannah Waddingham (Ted Lasso, Game of Thrones) as the narrator, Lolly Adefope (Ghosts) as Miss Skate and Rob Brydon (Gavin and Stacey, The Trip). Look out for Jonty Gentoo by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler in 2024.Praise for The Highway Rat: 'A classic picture book ... great to read aloud' BBC Radio 4 'Front Row' 'Donaldson's ear for rhyme is unequalled and Scheffler's busy, funny illustrations make this ideal for reading aloud' Daily Mail Read more

Everyone's favourite dragon, Zog, returns in this magical adventurous picture book from the number one bestselling author and illustrator of The Gruffalo, Smeds and the Smoos and Stick Man.'Meet the Flying Doctors - a dragon, knight and girl.Their names are Gadabout the Great, and Zog, and Princess Pearl.'Princess Pearl, Sir Gadabout and their trusty 'air ambulance', Zog the dragon fly around tending a sunburnt mermaid, a distressed unicorn and a sneezy lion.But should princesses really be doctors?Pearl's uncle, the King, doesn't think so - until he himself falls ill, and only Pearl knows how to cure him.Shiny foil highlights on the cover makes this a special gift for toddlersA fabulous picture book about dragons, knights and princesses from the UK's number one picture book author and illustratorThe sequel to the much-loved Zog is also a stand-alone storyPerfect read-aloud rhyming text and stunning pictures on every page with lots of details to spotBravery, kindness, friendship and perseverance are at the heart of this heartwarming storyZog and the Flying Doctors has 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 Tiddler stars voice artists including Hannah Waddingham (Ted Lasso, Game of Thrones) as the narrator, Lolly Adefope (Ghosts) as Miss Skate and Rob Brydon (Gavin and Stacey, The Trip). Look out for Jonty Gentoo by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler in 2024.'Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler are the Lennon and McCartney of children's publishing' Sunday Times Read more

Dog Man is half man, half dog, and all Supa Cop! You can join Dog Man, Petey, Lil Petey, and all their friends on their action packed adventures in this interactive sticker book based on the bestselling book series. This book comes with twelve sheets of stickers - over 200 stickers total! - that can be used to create sticker scenes and decorate notebooks, water bottles, and more.This sticker book is hours of fun for any Dog Man fan!Over 200 stickers to use however you likeExplore the beloved world of Dog Man with this brand new sticker bookIncludes stickers of all your favourite Dog Man characters Read more

"I hope you enjoy filling this book up with colours, and may all of your stories be stories about love." - Dav PilkeyHooray, Dog Man fans! Now you can create art alongside Dav Pilkey in the first ever official Dog Man colouring book.Hang out with Dog Man, Petey, Li'l Petey, Chief, and other favourite characters as you visit some of the most beloved scenes from Dav's acclaimed graphic novel series.Featuring over 100 panels, this thoughtfully arranged, heartwarming, and riotously funny colouring book story will draw in Dog Man fans of all ages.For more graphic novel adventures starring Li'l Petey, Flippy, Molly, and more, be sure to check out Dav's celebration of creativity and storytelling: the Cat Kid Comic Club series! Read more

The final book in the ground-breaking Hunger Games trilogy. Against all odds, Katniss Everdeen has survived the Hunger Games twice. But now that she's made it out of the bloody arena alive, she's still not safe.The Capitol is angry. The Capitol wants revenge. Who do they think should pay for the unrest? Katniss.And what's worse, President Snow has made it clear that no one else is safe either. Not Katniss's family, not her friends, not the people of District 12.now a major feature film starring Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson & Liam HemsworthOTHER BOOKS IN THE SERIESThe Hunger GamesCatching FireThe Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes Read more

‘Walliams balances high comedy with an emotional message’ Daily Mail‘Walliams does comedy with profound, genuine heart’ GuardianFrom No. 1 bestselling author David Walliams – an extraordinarily brilliant and rollicking mystery adventure illustrated by artistic genius, Tony Ross, and the sequel to the much-loved Gangsta Granny.Ben is getting used to life without his beloved granny. She was a cabbage enthusiast, a Scrabble partner… and an international jewel thief known as The Black Cat. Now, only the memory of their extraordinary adventure to steal the Crown Jewels lives on. Then something inexplicable happens. World-famous treasures are stolen in the dead of night and the clues point to none other than The Black Cat? But that’s impossible…?Expect the unexpected in this wonderfully entertaining and laugh-out-loud adventure, which will have readers on the edge of their seats as they join Ben on his quest to unravel the mystery of the return of The Black Cat.This first ever sequel from David Walliams will delight new fans, as well as the millions of readers that have loved Gangsta Granny.David Walliams's book 'Astrochimp' was a No.1 Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2024-05-20. Read more

Enter a world of superheroes and villains in this action-packed comic caper from No.1 bestselling author David Walliams – and meet Robodog: the future of crime fighting!Welcome to the city of Bedlam. Enter if you dare!Bedlam is one of the most dangerous places on Earth – home to a host of wicked villains. Nothing and nobody is safe from these evil criminals. The city needs its own superhero to defeat the supervillains. But who?Robodog!He’s the newest recruit at the Police Dog School, and supercharged for adventure. But can he stop the most feared duo in Bedlam, and their evil plans to ruin the city . . .?David Walliams's book 'Astrochimp' was a No.1 Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2024-05-20. Read more

It's the end of chocolate - forever! At least, until Jelly can solve the mystery of the great chocoplot ...'With an excellent cast of characters, laugh-out-loud moments, and witty and sharp observations, this is a great choice for fans of Dahl and Walliams.' THE GUARDIAN'A funny choccy caper that will have you laughing out loud!' WRD MAGAZINE'This wonderful Roald Dahlian adventure presents an assortment box of hilarious and eccentric characters that will be devoured by little chocolate lovers everywhere.' SOUTH WALES EVENING POSTJelly and her family live in Chompton-on-de-Lyte, where everyone loves a Chocablocka bar or two - so when the end of chocolate is announced, she can't believe it.Determined to investigate, Jelly and her gran follow a trail of clues to a posh chocolate shop and its owner, the pompous Garibaldi Chocolati. Gari's suspiciously smug, despite his failing business and yucky chocolate.Is it really the chocopocalypse, or is there a chocoplot afoot?An exciting, laugh-out-loud funny adventure for children aged 7 and up Readers will relish the terrifying premise: what if all chocolate was to disappear?Features illustrations by Lalalimola Stars a truly ghastly villain – think evil mastermind meets Willy Wonka! – and a down-to-earth heroine with a sidekick grandma Read more

Nominated for the CILIP Carnegie & Kate Greenaway Children's Book Awards'Significantly more engaging and inspiring than the rival Rebel Girls' GUARDIAN'It's hard to imagine any group of primary-aged children who wouldn't be inspired' BOOKSELLER'An absolute must-have for every young person's bookshelf' HUFFINGTON POSTNow a stunning hit musical! Kate Pankhurst, descendent of suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst, has created a wildly wonderful and accessible book about women who really changed the world. Discover fascinating facts about some of the most amazing women who changed the world we live in!· Fly high with incredible explorer and pilot Amelia Earhart· Discover the Wonderful Adventures of medical pioneer Mary Seacole· Fight for your rights with legendary civil rights activist Rosa Parks· Change the face of books forever with superstar novelist Jane Austen Bursting full of beautiful illustrations and astounding facts, Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World is the perfect introduction to just a few of the most incredible women who helped shaped the world we live in. A fantastic gift for girls and boys alike! List of women featured: Jane Austen, Gertrude Ederle, Coco Chanel, Frida Kahlo, Marie Curie, Mary Anning, Mary Seacole, Amelia Earhart, Agent Fifi, Sacagawea, Emmeline Pankhurst, Rosa Parks, Anne FrankSeries featured as part of the Blue Peter Book Club Read more

It was clear from an early age that Dexter Procter was different.He started speaking at four seconds old. By the age of three, he had 87 A-levels, from Afrikaans to Zoology.And by ten, he was working as a paediatrician at Lilydale General Hospital.Despite a loving but annoying family and a couple of good friends (Rupi and Otto), Dexter’s always struggled to fit in. Add to this a mortal enemy (Dr Drake) and a major problem at his old school (all the teachers struck down with awful diarrhoea) – will Dexter be able to save his job, save the school and find his place in the world? (Spoiler alert: yes!)A laugh-out-loud new fiction series about the world's youngest doctor from the record-breaking Adam Kay and Henry Paker.'Original, very funny, ultra-informative - and children will love all the disgusting parts.’ Jacqueline Wilson'If laughter truly is the best medicine, book this hilarious appointment with Dr Procter immediately.' David BaddielAdam Kay, Sunday Times bestseller, November 2023 Read more

A brilliantly fun and empowering picture book about all the incredible things girls can do!Girls can be scruffy or muddy or smelly.Girls can be fancy, like people on telly.All girls are different...but one thing is true...there's NO other girl on the planet like you!Girls are fantastic! They're strong, brave and proud.They can climb up a mountain, fly a rocket into space, or even explore a hot jungle. Girls can do ANYTHING they put their minds to, just like you!So dive into the colourful pages of this picture book to explore all the wonderful and amazing things girls can do and remember to dream BIG!Bright and bold illustrations to delight you on every pageA perfect gift to empower girls to dream BIG and do anything they want!With lyrical and rhythmic prose from Caryl Hart, this will delight parents, teachers and carers reading it again and againEducational and colourful endpapers at the back showing you lots of famous women, as well as activity sheets and lesson plans to go alongside the book to bring it alive in a classroom Read more

There's a crime spree in town and Detective E.Z. Case needs a clever young assistant to help him nab the culprits - but only the cleverest kids need apply! Can you put your sleuthing skills to the test and work out whodunnit - and why?Who stole the trendy trainers from the clothes shop?Where is the notorious cat burglar hiding out? How did the art thief smuggle a priceless painting out of the museum?There are 60 mysteries to solve, ranging from easy-peasy to diabolically difficult. From logic problems, number puzzles, mazes, maps and more, you'll need all your wits about you to catch the culprits. If you're up to the challenge, grab a pencil, put on your detective hat and start puzzling!These bite-sized puzzles to solve in five minutes or less are perfect to dip in to at home or on the go. Read more

Another hilarious and moving novel from David Walliams, number one bestseller and fastest growing children’s author in the country.A story of prejudice and acceptance, funny lists and silly words, this new book has all the hallmarks of David’s previous bestsellers.Our hero Ben is bored beyond belief after he is made to stay at his grandma’s house. She’s the boringest grandma ever: all she wants to do is to play Scrabble, and eat cabbage soup. But there are two things Ben doesn’t know about his grandma.1) She was once an international jewel thief.2) All her life, she has been plotting to steal the Crown Jewels, and now she needs Ben’s help…David Walliams's book 'Astrochimp' was a No.1 Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2024-05-20. Read more

Meet thirteen-year-old Agatha Oddly – a bold, determined heroine, and the star of a stylish new detective series.Agatha Oddlow has been a detective for as long as she can remember – she’s just been waiting for her first big case. And nothing gets bigger than saving the City of London from some strange goings-on.With a scholarship to the prestigious St Regis School, a cottage in the middle of Hyde Park, a room full of beloved sleuthing novels, and a secret key that gives her access to a whole hidden side of London, Agatha is perfectly poised to solve the mystery of what’s going on. But just who can she trust when no one is quite who they seem… Read more

Best friends Leyla, Katy and Becca are dreaming about the careers they might have when they grow up. Use the stickers to dress the dolls for different jobs, from vets in Africa to forensic scientists studying crime scenes. With over 300 stickers of clothes and accessories, this fun activity book inspires creativity. Read more

Harry Potter meets Robin Stevens in this thrilling magical murder mystery!'This mystery is a worthy prizewinner ... a jolly, atmospheric mystery.' THE TIMES'Thornton, like [Agatha] Christie, can turn murder into a thoroughly comforting bedtime read.' THE TELEGRAPH'All kinds of fun' THE OBSERVER'Featuring magical antics, a talking cat and a locked-room murder mystery, Seth's story reads like an old-school whodunnit with added wizards and spells and echoes of ancient sorcery.' BOOKTRUSTSeth is the downtrodden kitchen boy at the remote Last Chance Hotel, owned by the nasty Bunn family. His only friend is his black cat, Nightshade.But when a strange gathering of magicians arrives for dinner, kindly Dr Thallomius is poisoned by Seth's special dessert. A locked-room murder investigation ensues – and Seth is the main suspect.The funny thing is, he's innocent ... can he solve the mystery and clear his name, especially when magic's afoot?A magical locked-room murder mystery: Agatha Christie meets Harry Potter! Readers aged 9+ will love guessing whodunnit with the novel’s fantastic ensemble castThe Seth Seppi Mysteries continue in book 2, The Bad Luck Lighthouse, and book 3, The Cut-Throat Café Nightshade the cat becomes the star of her very own adventure in the first book Nicki Thornton's new series, The Howling Hag Mystery!MORE PRAISE FOR THE LAST CHANCE HOTEL:'Wonderfully atmospheric' DAILY EXPRESS'A magical blend of murder and mystery for super-sleuthing fans everywhere.' SUNDAY EXPRESS'There are plenty of surprises and some shocks in store as this intriguing story develops, drawing the reader in and stirring their detective juices' PRIMARY TIMES'If you like whodunnits, you’ll enjoy this mystery, inspired by Agatha Christie and Enid Blyton, but set in a magical world. Entertaining and inventive' THE WEEK JUNIOR Read more

In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of Nelson Mandela, South Africa's first Black president, and his fight for equality.Little Nelson's given name was Rolihlahla, which means 'troublemaker' in Xhosa, his native language. But his rebellious nature would lead him to become one of the world's most inspirational civil rights leaders and anti-apartheid revolutionaries.Despite the many years of imprisonment and adversity he faced, Nelson remained firm in his mission to end the racist system of apartheid in South Africa.His bravery and resilience was rewarded when he was released from prison and later voted in to become South Africa's first Black president. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the activist turned president’s life.Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback and paperback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS! Read more

Winner of the Branford Boase Award.Budi's plan is simple. He's going to be a star.Budi's going to play for the greatest team on earth, instead of sweating over each stitch he sews, each football boot he makes.But one unlucky kick brings Budi's world crashing down. Now he owes the Dragon, the most dangerous man in Jakarta. Soon it isn't only Budi's dreams at stake, but his life.A story about dreaming big, about hope and heroes, and never letting anything stand in your way. Read more

The third magical murder mystery in the bestselling Seth Seppi series, which started with The Last Chance Hotel – perfect for fans of Harry Potter and Robin Stevens!'This mystery is a worthy prizewinner ... a jolly, atmospheric mystery.' THE TIMES on book 1'Thornton, like [Agatha] Christie, can turn murder into a thoroughly comforting bedtime read.' THE TELEGRAPH on book 1'All kinds of fun' THE OBSERVER on book 1'Featuring magical antics, a talking cat and a locked-room murder mystery, Seth's story reads like an old-school whodunnit with added wizards and spells and echoes of ancient sorcery.' BOOKTRUST on book 1Seth and his talking cat Nightshade arrive in the magical town of Gramichee to gain an apprenticeship: he's finally read to qualify as a magician.But he soon discovers that the existing apprentices are under attack at the town's Scrumdiddlyumptious Café, which is far more deadly than it is delightful.Seth's got his hands full, as usual. Can he pass his exams, discover who's murdering the apprentices, and stop them before they strike again?A thrilling magical murder mystery for young readers!The third book in the Seth Seppi Mysteries series, following The Last Chance Hotel and The Bad Luck Lighthouse Readers will love guessing whodunnit with the novel’s fantastic ensemble cast, grounded by the brilliantly relatable Seth and his magical cat, NightshadeNightshade the cat becomes the star of her very own adventure in the first book Nicki Thornton's new series, The Howling Hag Mystery! Read more

They're called Indestructibles. They could just as well be called the unstoppables! As in they don't stop selling (shipping over 1 million copies a year), don't stop pleasing, and don't stop filling an essential need for new parents: a book made for the way babies "read," with their hands and mouths. Old MacDonald Had a Farm is the E-I-E-I-Oh! classic that introduces baby to the world of farm animals and the different ways each has of talking-the pig with his oink-oink, the cow with her moo-moo, and the baa-baas, cluck-clucks and quack-quacks that fill the farmyard. * Rip Proof-made of ultra-durable tight-woven material* Waterproof-can be chewed on, drooled on, and washed! * Emergent Literacy Tool-bright pictures and few or no words encourage dialogic reading * Portable-lightweight books can go anywhere, perfect for the diaper bag and for travel * Safe for Baby-meets ASTM safety standards Read more