CHILDRENS BOOKS

Sometimes life turns up the heat ...

A contagiously funny graphic novel from bestselling creator Remy Lai. Abby and her four younger siblings are itching to escape their house - literally. Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier.

When Cal Ware wins a scholarship to an elite New England boarding school, he's thrilled to leave his past behind. Back home in Mississippi, he was the poor, queer kid who never fit in. But at Essex Academy, he'll be able to reinvent himself. Or so he hopes... But at Essex, Cal's classmates only see his cheap clothes and old iPhone. They mock his accent, and can't believe he's never left the country, or heard of The Hamptons. Cal, at his breaking point, is about to give up and return to Mississippi when he learns about a secret society on campus -- the key to becoming Essex royalty. Cal knows he's not exactly secret society material, but to his surprise, he finds an unlikely champion in the handsome, charismatic, and slightly dangerous Luke Kim. As they get swept up in the mystery and glamour of the Rush process, Cal finds himself falling in love for the first time. But as the initiation rituals grow riskier -- and increasingly nefarious -- Cal must decide how far he's willing to go, and how much of himself he's willing to sacrifice, to save everything and everyone he cherishes most. Because nothing at Essex -- not even Cal's first love -- is quite what it seems.

Sienna loves helping her parents run their bed and breakfast and taking care of her pet sheepadoodle, Jules, even though she does feel a bit overwhelmed a lot of the time. But then, one day, Jules discovers an orphaned and injured fawn! Sienna hides the fawn and names her Persimmon. But it’s not long before both Persimmon and the Bamp;B are in danger. With the help of a new friend, will Sienna be able to save Persimmon, help the family business stay afloat, and learn how to prevent her anxiety from taking over her life?

Tundra is the last settlement in a world of ice. Oswin Fields is its only stray, rescued from the Endless Expanse. So, when he's summoned to the school for ice apprentices, he sets out to prove his worth. But all isn’t as it seems in this enchanted place. When the beasts begin to strike, Oswin has to risk everything he holds dear. Can he look deep within himself to find the strength to prove that he belongs?

Best friends Monty and Mandy get excited over EVERYTHING, including the PING of a microwave! Imagine how excited they are to go to Camp Spaloonka, their first ever school camp. Will they outsmart Samson O'Reilly and win the Talent Show? Will they survive Whitewater Mania? Most importantly, will everyone else survive their camp hijinks? A fun, loveable book about what it takes to be best friends forever!

Fireborn - Starling And The Cavern Of LightThe final action-packed FIREBORN adventure‘The best kind of children’s fantasy story: thrilling and imaginative’ B. B. Alston‘The perfect balance of high adventure, breathless action and eerie wonder’ Jonathan StroudTHE FINAL BATTLE IGNITESThe Master stepped closer and the pressure around Phoenix grew vicelike. Despair raged through her. How had she thought she could save everyone, when she couldn’t even save herself?Following the shocking battle at Icegaard, Phoenix and her friends gather with the Hunters, desperate to unite the warring clans before their enemy, the Master, attacks Ember.The Cavern of Light may offer hope in the form of a legendary weapon, but it lies deep in goblin territory, in the terrifying dark zone of the underground caves. The friends must brave the unknown, facing new and deadly creatures in search of a way to save their world.As an epic final showdown draws near, Phoenix struggles to protect her friends, determined not to lose anyone else she loves. But the Master is crueller and more powerful than she ever imagined and as Phoenix’s past and present collide, unthinkable sacrifices will have to be made to defeat him.

The second title in this magical NEW series filled with adventure, wonder and edge-of-your-seat excitement, set in a world of daring dragons and magical maladies by the best-selling author of Sky Song, Abi Elphinstone . . . 'This new fantasy series for younger readers is bubbling with action and imagination… A joy.' The Daily Mail 'Elphinstone has the confidence to embrace fantasy's most popular tropes - unicorns, dragons, dark-hearted villains - and make them thoroughly her own.' The Telegraph Ember Spark has been working as an apprentice to Rusty Fizzbang, vet to magical creatures. When a baby frost phoenix guides her north to the Arctic circle, she soon realises that the migrating Neverwhales are at risk. And with arch-villain, Jasper Hornswoggle, tracking her, danger is afoot not just for the Neverwhales, but for ALL of the magical creatures. Praise for Ember Spark ‘A total masterclass in high-action, high-stakes, high-fun adventure.’ Emma Carroll, author of Letters from the Lighthouse ‘Quirky and magical, this wonderful adventure proves what everyone should know – Abi Elphinstone is a writer to be cherished.’ Phil Earle, author of When the Sky Falls ‘Ember Spark herself is a wonderful heroine – she’s brave, curious and always up for an adventure.’ Katie Tsang, author of the Dragon Realm series ‘I adored Ember Spark. Abi is a master storyteller . . . she’s created a thrilling adventure fizzing with heart and magic and wonder.’ Zohra Nabi, author of The Kingdom over the Sea ‘Kids are going to go wild for this joyful, moving, thrill-ride of a book, guaranteed to leave you smiling. Every word is magic.’ Lauren St John, author of The White Giraffe series ‘Sure to ignite any reader’s imagination and warm their heart. Wonderful and wonder-filled!’ Andy Shepherd, author of The Boy who Grew Dragons 'Utterly charming, wonderfully wild and sprinkled with gutsy characters, dastardly villains & magical creatures galore . . .' Jo Clarke, author of The Travelling School Mysteries 'Ember Spark is bursting with adventure, magic & that very special Abi Elphinstone sparkle . . .' Mel Taylor-Bessent, author of The Christmas Carrolls

The official novelisation of Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King. Told in flashbacks, Mufasa: The Lion King reveals the rise of one of the greatest kings of the Pride Lands as Rafiki, Timon and Pumbaa share the story of Mufasa with a young lion cub. Directed by Barry Jenkins, the prequel to The Lion King releases in theatres on 19 December 2024.

Blast off into space and come along for an intergalactic mystery-with plenty of pizza-in this first book of the illustrated chapter book series, Outer Space Mystery Pizza Club!Blast off into space and come along for an intergalactic mystery-with plenty of pizza-in this first book of the illustrated chapter book series, Outer Space Mystery Pizza Club!It's another ordinary Friday night in the suburbs for the Garcia-Jackson family- Mateo and Valentina's favorite show is on TV. Mateo's best friend, Booker, is over. And their babysitter, Jennica, is definitely keeping an eye on them and not playing with her phone.But when Elvis, the family's dog, bolts out of the house, barking uncontrollably at someone-or something-in the backyard, the kids go investigate...only to watch Elvis disappear through a mysterious portal!The three kids, with their babysitter in tow, have no choice but to follow him-adventuring through deep space, where they'll encounter aliens, dodge asteroids, and defy gravity-as they attempt to find their furry best friend (and make it back home before bedtime!).IllustratorLuke Seguin-Magee brings this hilarious story to life with out-of-this-world black-and-white spot art.

Dr. Seuss Graphic Novel: The Grinch Takes A Vacation The grouchy Grinch is back in this brand-new graphic novel series! He's mean, green and grumpy, and now Dr. Seuss's beloved and iconic character, The Grinch, is starring in his very own chapter book graphic novel! Everyone's favourite holiday grump is back in a brand-new adventure, and he already needs a vacation! It's vacation time in Whoville but The Grinch is feeling a bit baffled. For starters, he doesn't know what a vacation actually is . . . Determined to learn what the Whos seem so excited about, The Grinch decides to give a vacation a try! Unfortunately, the mountains are too snowy, the beach is too sandy and the theme park is too loud . . . Perhaps vacations are just something that Grinches do not do? Thankfully, his dog Max isn't letting the Grinch give up that easily! Will there be some fun in the sun for everyone's favourite Grinch, or is the Whos' famously grumpy neighbour doomed to stay home? With charming illustrations and easy-to-follow panelled storytelling, this graphic novel series is an excellent bridge for kids moving into independent reading - a must-have for young readers and Dr. Seuss fans alike!

Tom Gates is Ha! Ha! Hilarious! He’s created a brand-new comic, ‘Ants In Pants’, to make everyone (even Delia) laugh. Inspiration for his new comic is everywhere! There’s Mr Keen’s unicycle mishap and the new supply teacher, Miss Jam (whose first name is not Strawberry or Traffic—but it should be). Class 5F love Miss Jam’s lessons. Mr Fullerman, not so much. BUT when Tom’s comic falls into the wrong hands, everything starts to go wrong. How will he get himself out of this mess? How will he make everyone laugh again? Will Marcus help him out? Hmmm ... maybe.

It's 1969. The sixties are still swinging, man is headed for the moon and surfing-mad Davey is out to win the inaugural Newcastle Under-14 Surf Championship. But when his older brother Tom is drafted to fight in the army, the far-away war in Vietnam creates waves very close to home.

May 1962… In the middle of San Francisco Bay looms Alcatraz, home to America’s most infamous prisoners. Also home to Chip Carter and his dad, who works at the high-security prison. Their neighbours are former mobsters, gangsters, and murderers, but Chip finds it to be a pretty boring place to live. After all, the inmates can’t hurt him— they’re locked up in an impenetrable fortress, surrounded by unforgiving waters. Or are they? Inmate AZ1441, aka the Watcher, has a plan to break out of Alcatraz. It’s a genius plan he’s concocted along with three other inmates. Foolproof. Or so he thought until one of the guard’s kids stumbles into the middle of it. Chip is stunned. No one can break out of the Rock. Not unless they have an inside guy. Which it seems like they do . . . Chip’s dad.