CHILDRENS BOOKS

Wildsmith 2: City Of SecretsRowan loves living in the Dark Forest with her grandfather, where she's learning to be a wildsmith – a person who can heal and speak to animals. But she worries about her father, who remains in the city while the war with the Estrians rages on.So when her father arrives in the Dark Forest, Rowan is delighted. But he has only come to deliver an orphaned pegasus who is being hunted by the Estrians.Soon, danger comes closer than ever, threatening Rowan and her family. Who can Rowan trust? And with her family divided and the war ongoing, where does Rowan belong now?

Rivet BoyIt's 1888, and 12-year-old John Nicol has got a job at the Forth Bridge construction site. John knows it's dangerous – four boys have already fallen from the bridge into the river below – but with his father gone, he must provide an income for his family. At first, John gets to stay on land, and he even makes a new friend, Cora, and a squirrel companion, Rusty. Then he's assigned to a Rivet Gang on the bridge itself. John is terrified of heights, but he's even more afraid of his new boss, Cain Murdoch, a notorious bully who is determined to get John off the bridge in any way he can ...Based on real people and events, Rivet Boy blends fact and fiction to tell the story of one boy's role in the building of the iconic Forth Bridge– Scotland's greatest hand-built wonder.

Hidden World - Water Painting Wild BeastsDiscover the hidden world of wild beasts in this incredible paint with water non-fiction series. Young ones will be amazed as color magically appears when the special pictures are painted with water. This book is a fantastic introduction to the world of wild animals and is packed with seek and find, art and coloring activities that will encourage a love of learning for life! Includes a refillable water marker pen and reusable paint with water pages, making this a 100% reusable FACT-tastic activity book.Plus, when the pages are dry, you can paint them with water again and again!

Dragon WhiteRyan’s dad is out for revenge. He knows there is a secret about Tan, Harri’s supposedly ‘toy’ dragon. Ryan, Harri’s new best friend, knows Tan is real and his dad forces him to give the secret away, testing Harri and Ryan’s friendship to the limit. Ryan’s dad is now obsessed with getting his own dragon in time for the May Parade.

Dragon Red In the third and final story in Shoo’s fantastic Dragon trilogy, everyone in the village now knows about the dragons. They are both Tân and Draca, kept locked up in the castle, and Harri is allowed to visit Tân to look after him. Everything goes wrong when Ryan’s dad sets Draca free, and they fly off into the mountains. The police are after them and want Harri to help. Harri knows only Tân can find Draca and is scared the police won’t understand. Are the old legends coming true? When Ryan’s dad and Draca challenge them to a fight to the death, can Harri and Tân find a way to restore the peace?

Dragon GoldWhat would you do if there was a school competition to make a dragon that can fly?Ryan always wins everything, thanks to his incredibly competitive dad. Ryan will have the state-of-the-art gadget like always. Harri would love to know what it feels like to win, just once, but there’s no chance. And then someone new walks into Harri’s mum’s shop. Someone almost invisible. What you would do if there was a competition to make a dragon - and you had a dragon? A real, fire-breathing, chocolate loving, very unpredictable dragon but you can’t tell anyone...

Revolting Rhymes: Cinderella The second picture book in a brand new series adaptation of Roald Dahl's iconic Revolting Rhymes, featuring the original text and now fully illustrated with brand-new and wickedly funny art.I guess you think you know this story. You don't. The real one's much more gory.Welcome to a deliciously devilish tale where princes are far from charming, sisters weave dastardly plots, and (our hero) Cinderella's happy-ever-after isn't exactly what you'd expect.Roald Dahl is renowned the world over for his fabulous storytelling and this edition of his cautionary tale will delight new readers.With brand-new and wickedly funny illustrations, this splendiferous rhyming picture book is perfect for chiddlers who like their fairy tales with a splash of daring and danger!This picture book edition of Cinderella is a version of the original text by Roald Dahl first published in Revolting Rhymes in 1982, and as such the content reflects the attitudes and culture of the time.Also available in this newly illustrated series - Little Red Riding Hood and the Wolf

Somadina is a sweeping YA fantasy inspired by indigenous Igbo culture from the Sunday Times bestselling author.

Ladybirds Do Not Go to Day Care is a spirited, funny and empowering picture book to encourage even the most nervous of children to spread their wings and try something new.Mum says it’s the first day of day care, but Ravi’s dressed up as his favourite insect, and he is quite certain that ladybirds do not go to day care. In fact, this ladybird would rather stay home and eat aphids, thank you very much!Can an anxious and unsure Ravi find the bravery he needs to take flight?PRAISE & ACCLAIM- A 2024 CBCA Early Childhood Book of the Year: Notable Book- A 2024 CBCA Picture Book Book of the Year: Notable Book'[will] captivate the imaginations of children and empower them to embrace their individuality ... This sweet book not only inspires children but also encourages parents to playfully support their little ones as they spread their wings and grow; it’s perfect for children aged 2–7.' Books+Publishing‘Pretend play helps a child with preschool jitters … the creators showcase the way play can help kids exert autonomy, especially when navigating new surroundings.’ Publishers Weekly'Ladybirds Do Not Go to Daycare overflows with imagination and humour, making it an excellent choice for young new students.' Bookpage

Travel back in time to the prehistoric world of the dinosaurs, brought to life in spectacular detail.Revisit the spectacle of the incredible new series of BBC One's Walking With Dinosaurs in this richly detailed look into the distant past. With the latest up-to-date facts, interviews with leading dinosaur hunters and insights from the TV series, this is the ultimate prehistoric book that every dinosaur enthusiast needs to own.Delve deeper into the dramatic stories of dinosaurs whose remains are currently being unearthed on dig sites all over the world. With stunning imagery and the latest scientific discoveries, these stories of legendary dinosaurs are waiting to be uncovered.A cutting-edge dinosaur book for a new generation<ul><li>Beautiful imagery and expert insights- Uncover the latest information as told by professional dinosaur hunters and palaeontologists, which unfolds in the TV series' signature narrative format and is accompanied by gorgeous imagery.</li><li>Step into the breathtaking prehistoric world- Wade through prehistoric swamps, roam sprawling plains and discover primordial forests full of ancient life - home to some of our planet's largest and most fascinating inhabitants.</li><li>More than a companion book- Go beyond the Walking With Dinosaurs TV show by uncovering the backstories of each featured dinosaur, as told by the experts who brought the series to life.</li></ul>Walking With Dinosaurs' first appearance in 1999 was the UK's most-watched science program in the 20th century. Now 26 years later, it's back - alongside this gorgeous book which continues the journey even beyond the documentary series.The hidden clues of the past have been painstakingly pieced together and compiled in this brilliant volume that dinosaur enthusiasts and natural history buffs will not want to miss.

Sir James Matthew Barrie was a Scottish novelist and playwright, best remembered as the creator of Peter Pan. He was born and educated in Scotland and then moved to London, where he wrote several successful novels and plays. There he met the Llewelyn Davies boys, who inspired him to write about a baby boy who has magical adventures in Kensington Gardens, then to write Peter Pan, or The Boy Who Wouldn't Grow Up, a 1904 West End "fairy play" about an ageless boy and an ordinary girl named Wendy who have adventures in the fantasy setting of Neverland. Barrie was made a baronet by George V on 14 June 1913, and a member of the Order of Merit in the 1922 New Year Honours.Ella Beech is a children's book author and illustrator living in Cambridge with her husband, 16-year-old son and Sonny the tabby cat! She completed an MA in Children's Book Illustration at Cambridge School of Art in January 2022 and now works part-time as an Associate Lecturer there, teaching across all modules. She loves to work in traditional media and her work is rooted in observational drawing - experimenting with colour, texture, light and composition.