CHILDRENS BOOKS

The Book Of HeartbreakA gorgeous romantasy filled with angels and curses, which will break your heart and mend it again. Perfect for fans of Laini Taylor and Stephanie Garber.

The Secret Of The Mansion: Trixie BeldenTrixie Belden first appeared more than 50 years ago in The Secret of the Mansion, which was followed by 38 more adventures as generations of readers grew up with teenage detective Trixie and her mystery-solving friends. Now, Trixie is back with a fresh look and ready to charm a new band of sleuths!Trixie Belden is bracing for one boring summer. Her lucky older brothers are away at camp, so she is stuck babysitting. But when a new girl, Honey, moves in down the road, Trixie finally has the chance to make a best friend--and Honey isn't the only fresh face in town.The girls spy someone inside a nearby house, which is curious because Trixie knows her grumpy old neighbor, Mr. Frayne, is sick at the hospital. There's only one reason why someone would go poking around Mr. Frayne's run-down manor. They must be looking for the fortune that is said to be hidden on the property. But that's only a rumor...right?Trixie wished for an adventure, and she might just get her most exciting summer yet!

The Red Trailer Mystery: Trixie BeldenTrixie Belden's best friend Jim ran away before anyone could tell him that he is the heir to a major fortune. Secrets shift into high gear when Trixie and her friends set off on a road trip to find Jim--and uncover another mystery along the way!When Trixie Belden's friend Jim runs away, she and her neighbor Honey jump in an RV and hit the road. Someone has to tell Jim he inherited a fortune-but he needs to be around to claim it!Unfortunately, Trixie and Honey's troubles are only beginning. The girls learn there's been a string of break-ins to campervans, making travel more dangerous than ever. What's worse, a young girl named Joeanne has disappeared into the woods, leaving her family and their shiny red trailer behind. Trixie and Honey worry that Joeanne could be in danger-and the fear only grows as the car bandits get more bold. The race is on to find Jim and Joeanne and untangle the mystery of the road trip thieves before the burglars hit the brakes on Trixie's adventure once and for all.

The Mysterious Visitor: Trixie BeldenThere's a new face in Sleepyside, and Trixie Belden is sure this stranger is up to no good. Too bad no one else believes her. But if anyone can get to the truth of this visitor's real motives, it's detective Trixie!Trixie Belden hasn't talked to Diana Lynch in a long time - not since her family got incredibly rich...and snobby. But the week before Halloween, Trixie and her best friend, Honey, spot Diana looking a little down, and Trixie knows it is time to put old grievances in the past.Except the past is exactly the problem for Diana. Her long-lost uncle Monty recently arrived from Arizona, and Diana is less than thrilled about the reunion. Monty won't stop pulling pranks, he is eager to buy lavish presents, and he constantly embarrasses Diana in front of all of her friends. Worst of all, he's insisting that Diana host a Halloween party.Monty may have fooled the adults, but Trixie is convinced he's wearing a costume of his own. Can Trixie unmask Uncle Monty's tricks and prove he is an imposter - or will Di be the one who is sent packing?

The Gatehouse Mystery: Trixie BeldenTrixie Belden and her best friend Honey are exploring an old gatehouse when they unearth a diamond hiding in the dirt. Has a jewel thief come to Sunnyside? No secret can stay buried long when detective Trixie Belden is on the case!Trixie Belden and her best friend Honey are exploring an old gatehouse when they unearth a diamond hiding in the dirt. Has a jewel thief come to Sunnyside? No secret can stay buried long when detective Trixie Belden is on the case!Trixie Belden loves to investigate, and this time, she and her best friend, Honey, have their sights set on the old run-down gatehouse. No one has touched the building in years, making it the perfect headquarters for their new detective agency. But far more than cobwebs and dust wait inside because buried in the dirt, the girls discover...a diamond!How could anyone have forgotten such a precious jewel? Trixie is convinced a thief walks among them. And when a few workers suddenly join the staff at Honey's manor house, Trixie has her prime suspects.This amateur still has a lot to learn about sleuthing, though. If Trixie can't stop attracting attention, the jewel thief just might set their sights on her.

Saving the city one rainbow at a time! A brand-new, funny and action-packed graphic novel series starring the cutest and toughest superhero around, Super Unicorn Princess! There’s always danger afoot in Horizon City, but stopping bad guys is all in a day’s work for the girl in the frilly pink dress, Super Unicorn Princess! Especially when the bad guy is her archnemesis, the dastardly Leona Linus. Join S.U.P. (and friends!) for three action-packed adventures as she faces giant ice cream monsters, a spooky ancient mummy, and a massive mutant slug.

‘Mind-expanding and hilarious!’ Jeff Kinney, author of the bestselling DIARY OF A WIMPY KID series.The second book in the hilarious series that makes you laugh-out-loud AND grows your brain. Perfect for readers age 8+ and fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid and The 13-Storey Treehouse. Hi, I’m Oliver! Writing a book has made me kind of a celebrity around school – no big deal. But does that mean everything is perfect? No way! I’m still trying to figure out the usual stuff: school cliques, weird family, and how to finally win the science fair. While I may know EVERYTHING about space, there’s a lot to learn about the planet we live on, like: <ul><li>volcanic burps and bacteria farts</li><li>how the Earth’s layers are like boba tea</li><li>aliens! (Are we the aliens?)</li></ul>From bestselling writer and robotics engineer Jorge Cham, Oliver’s Great Big Universe: Volcanoes Are Hot! is the second book in a STEM-themed, diary-style series.

The third title in this magical 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.' TheTelegraph Ember Spark, vet to magical beasts, is whisked off on a surprise flight, destination unknown! Soon she and her friend, Arno, find themselves deep in the Amazon rainforest. And with a new arch-villain tracking their every move, only a unicorn’s secret can save them... 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 Tale Of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle Picture BookA brand new picture book edition of this much-loved classic taleA brand new picture book edition of this beloved classic tale that celebrates its 120th anniversary in 2025Her little black nose went sniffle, sniffle, snuffleand her eyes went twinkle, twinkleand underneath her cap - where Lucie had yellow curls -that little person had prickles!A little girl called Lucie meets a remarkable new friend, Mrs. Tiggy-winkle,in this charming and iconic Beatrix Potter tale.Now available in this new large format,perfect for families to read and enjoy together.

Roald Dahl: Splendiferous School A fun and interactive book for all little chiddlers who are about to start school!This fabulous book is a funny and inspiring introduction for any little chiddler who is about to start school.Readers will love lifting the flap on every page to discover all the phizz-wizzing things they'll learn, the gloriumptious stories they'll hear and the fantastic friends they'll make. Because sometimes school will be hard and totally biffsquiggling, but mainly it will be magnificent, just like you.Look out for more marvellous books for little chiddlers-Roald Dahl- On the First Day of ChristmasRoald Dahl- Revolting Things to Touch and FeelRoald Dahl- Marvellous Magnet Book

Myths And Legends Ultimate Handbook Discover the amazing myths and legends surrounding gods, goddesses, magical creatures, heroes, and monsters from around the worldUnravel the narratives of your favourite mythical creatures, all-powerful gods, legendary heroes, and evil villains in this ultimate one-stop collection of fantastic myths and legends.This fact-packed title in DK's Ultimate Handbook series is a treasure trove of narratives on more than 200 of the most fascinating myths and legends. Learn all about the origin of different legends, the unique characteristics of powerful gods and goddesses, and a wide variety of mythical creatures. With intriguing stories of notorious tricksters, mighty winged creatures, and heroic battles, this book is loaded with beautiful photography and authentic text from subject experts.Step into the fascinating world of myths with DK's Myths and Legends Ultimate Handbook and read about fearsome battles between monsters, such as the Hydra and Fafnir the dragon, and the heroes that fought them like Hercules and Sigurd. Find out about the exciting legends of King Arthur and Sun Wukong, and get to know about epics, such as the Mahabharata, Popol Vuh, and a host of tales from around the world.This book is sure to amaze any young reader with a keen interest in mythology. So if you want to deep dive into legends from across culture, then this book will be a great addition to your bookshelf.

If I Had A DragonGabby Dawnay is a writer and poet. She is a regular contributor to OKIDO magazine and a scriptwriter for children's television. @gabdaw38 Alex Barrow, a London-based illustrator, is the art director for and a regular contributor to OKIDO magazine. @alexmaglalangbarrowAlex and Gabby are the duo behind children's picture books If I had a dinosaur, A House for Mouse and A Song for Bear.

The Arguers is a delightful and original fairy tale by the celebrated creator of The Book of Mistakes. It tells the story of a community that forgets how to get along.The first argument in the tale was over a brush and a comb, and which one would be better for untangling the king's beard. This led to more arguments over letters and spoons, until everyone was arguing all the time. No one could remember when the arguing had started or why, but they were all very good at it.The king and queen decided to hold a contest to find the best arguer in the land. However, everyone was so caught up in arguing that they couldn't even hear the queen announce the start of the contest. What will happen next in this whimsical and humorous tale?

You & Me And The Peanut Butter BeastAndy Griffiths started having adventures the moment he was born, and has been having them (and writing about them) ever since. You can find out more at www.andygriffiths.com.au Bill Hope accidentally drew himself into existence with a crayon at an early age and has been drawing ever since. You can find out more at www.billhope.com.au

A Wreck Of Seabirds is a powerful story of friendship, love, and the lengths people will go to in order to find closure. As Briony and Ren navigate their own personal struggles, they must also confront the harsh realities of the world around them. The suspenseful and emotional narrative will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. With beautiful prose and a captivating storyline, this novel is a must-read for anyone looking for a thought-provoking and moving tale.