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Richard Scarry’s Great Mystery Collection by Richard Scarry is a charming children’s mystery anthology that invites young readers to play detective in the bustling world of Busytown. Packed with Scarry’s signature humour and detail-rich illustrations, this hardcover 3-in-1 is ideal for kids who love spotting clues and revisiting favourite pages. Detectives Sam Cat and Dudley Pig take on three cases: a cherry pie thief targeting Ma Dog, a jewel robbery during a steamboat wedding, and a string of puzzling supermarket disappearances. Each story is self-contained and gently suspenseful, with plenty of everyday Busytown life to pore over—no scary twists, just satisfying solutions. Perfect for preschool and early primary readers, family read-alouds, and fans of classic picture books, animal characters, and bedtime stories. Add it to your shelf for cosy, clever mystery fun that keeps little eyes and minds busy.

In **Lap Cat by Joren Cull**, a mischievous feline sets off on a high-energy **picture book** adventure, determined to find the warmest, softest lap in all of Mellsville. It’s the kind of funny, fast-moving read-aloud that kids will want again and again, with plenty for grown-ups to enjoy too. Lap Cat searches everywhere — parks, diners and busy town spots — trying lap after lap and accidentally causing chaos along the way. As the mess grows and the locals get grumpier, Lap Cat is forced to consider a tricky question: what happens when your comfort comes at someone else’s expense? Perfect for families who love **humorous children’s books**, playful **read-aloud stories**, and gentle themes of **empathy** and **taking responsibility**, especially for ages 3–7. Add **Lap Cat** to your next storytime and see where the quest for the perfect lap leads.

THE SIXTH BOOK IN THE GLOBALLY BESTSELLING CHAPTER-BOOK SERIES ABOUT THE UNICORNIA ACADEMY OF MAGIC – PERFECT FOR FANS OF ISADORA MOON! Welcome to the magical land where you’ll learn spells, potions and everything you need to know about Unicorns!  Â It’s the day of the Magical Unicorn Show and Claudia is super excited to watch Chai and the other unicorns perform. But – oh no! – she and her friends have missed the flying bus! How will they ever get there in time? Find out in this whizzy airborne adventure, filled with unicorn acrobatics, sparkling skies and zooming skates. With colour illustrations, this magical chapter-book series is great for building confidence in newly independent readers.  Â There’s a whole world of Unicornia to read: Â Unicornia: Learning to Fly – perfect for talking to children who are worried about starting school Â Unicornia: A Magical Birthday – perfect for birthdays and celebrations Â Unicornia: The Cupcake Contest – perfect for budding bakers and for talking to children about teamwork Â Unicornia: The Dance Show – perfect for talking to children about stage fright and nerves Â Unicornia: The Frozen Palace – a perfect stocking filler Â Unicornia: Rainbow Roller Skates – perfect for encouraging new skills and active outdoor fun

Paul Jennings meets The Treehouse in this hilarious new series of laugh-out-loud cautionary tales.  Â Sam Crisp lives at 6 Rufus Street. You might be surprised to know that is his name, because most people think his name is Sam Stop-your-frowning. But no matter how many people tell him, or how often, Sam never stops his frowning. Â One morning, just as Sam was leaving for school, his mum called, ‘Sam! Stop your frowning. Something terrible could happen!’  Â This is the story of the something terrible that did.  Â Sally Barton weaves a tale of mayhem, mess and moping in this frowningly funny fourth installment of the terrible things that happen in Rufus Street.

A Light on the Rocks by Helen Edwards is a spellbinding Australian historical fiction novel that blends maritime adventure, mystery and a touch of magic along the rugged South Australian coast. In 1859, fourteen-year-old Daisy boards the SS Admella bound for Melbourne—until the steamship strikes a hidden reef near Cape Banks, sparking a disaster that still echoes through history. A century later, Max and Rosemary spend summer at Cape Jaffa Lighthouse, five miles out to sea, where their father is head keeper. When an accident leaves the adults badly injured, the siblings must keep the light burning and piece together the secrets the reef seems determined to hold. With real events threaded through the story—alongside a ghost horse and a singing whale—this is perfect for readers who love dual timelines, sea-soaked settings and stories of survival and self-belief. Let this evocative lighthouse tale draw you in, page by page.

Freddie Jones: The Mystery of the Troublesome Trees is a humorous and intriguing middle grade adventure with plenty of quirk and a whole lot of heart. One of the book’s strengths is Freddie’s vivid internal monologue – a constant stream of anxious thoughts, sharp observations and deep empathy. These traits, shaped by his neurodivergence, may feel intense to some readers, but will be recognisable and perhaps affirming to others. This thoughtful portrayal sits alongside a genuinely adventurous plot, making Freddie Jones: The Mystery of the Troublesome Trees an excellent choice for readers aged 8 and over. With the promise of more books in the series, the further adventures of Freddie Jones: The Mystery of the Troublesome Trees will be eagerly anticipated.

McDonald, author of the Judy Moody series, has created another wonderful series for early chapter-book readers in the Fairy Door Diaries. . . Wen’s illustrations, rendered in gouache and colored pencil, beautifully augment the tale’s enchanting nature. This gentle adventure will be embraced by little ones who know the world is full of magic.

Skandar and the Skeleton Curse by A.F. Steadman is a pacy middle grade fantasy that turns unicorn lore on its head—fierce, untamed and dangerously addictive reading. With elemental magic, sky-borne battles and a tight-knit quartet at its heart, it’s a series-book you’ll want to sprint through. As Skandar and his friends return for their fourth year at the Eyrie, a sinister curse begins spreading through the Island’s unicorns, warping everything the riders thought they understood. With political power plays closing in, old grudges resurfacing, and the spirit element under threat, Skandar’s world shrinks to a single urgent question: how do you fight a curse that’s already inside the herd? Perfect for readers aged 9+ who love action-packed adventure, magical schools, friendship under pressure, and high-stakes quests—especially fans of Harry Potter and Percy Jackson. Step back into the Skandar series and see how far you’ll follow the hoofbeats.

Shannon Hale is the New York Times best-selling author of over 40 books, which have sold 15 million copies in North America and been translated into dozens of languages worldwide. Her novels for young readers include The Goose Girl, Book of a Thousand Days, and Newbery Honor recipient Princess Academy. With LeUyen Pham, she created her best-selling graphic novel memoirs Real Friends, Best Friends, and Friends Forever, and the Kitty-Corn picture book series. Shannon co-writes graphic novels with her husband Dean Hale, like the Eisner-nominee Rapunzel's Revenge (with Nathan Hale) and Diana, Princess of the Amazons (with Victoria Ying) as well as the best-selling chapter book series The Princess in Black (with LeUyen Pham). She lives in Utah with their four children and two ridiculous cats. shannonhale.com Marcela Cespedes, or Mace, as her friends call her, began stapling together sheets of paper to draw stories on them, from a very early age. Growing up, her love for comics never ceased to exist even when reading on road trips with her family would make her carsick. Her degree in Graphic Design and a subsequent Masters in Illustration have taken her to work in many creative industries such as advertising, animation, film, and most recently, publishing, where she finally brought together all her professional experiences with her love for books and graphic novels. Originally from Cali, Colombia, she currently resides between California and Wellington, New Zealand, getting the best of both hemispheres. marcelacespedes.com Lark Pien is the author-illustrator of picture books Mr. Elephanter, and Long Tail Kitty, and is a comics contributor to Illustoria children's magazine. She's colored for Boxers & Saints, Dragon Hoops, Stargazing, Turtle in Paradise, The Sunny Series, Invisibles, and Diana Princess of the Amazons. Lark was nominated for the Eisner and is the recipient of the Harvey award, for her colors in American Born Chinese. She loves pie (baking/eating), tidepool discoveries (chitons! nudibranches!), and tai chi.

Phizzwhizzing new cover look and branding for the World's NUMBER ONE Storyteller!  A collection of (mainly) grisly beasts out for human blood, ranging from Crocky-Wock the crocodile to Sting-A-Ling the scorpion. Described in verse with all Dahl's usual gusto and illustrated in a suitably wicked style by Quentin Blake.  Was that CROCKY-WOCK galumphing up the stairs?  Is STING-A-LING hiding in your bed?  And what foul fate has PIGGY planned for Farmer Bland?  WARNING! This book contains wickedly funny verse, prickly surprises and the most despicable creatures you could ever hope (not) to meet.

Perfect Cover by Jennifer Lynn Barnes is a fast, twisty YA mystery that blends high school drama with undercover spy action in the best possible way. If you like secrets, sharp banter and a heroine who’d rather write code than cheer, this one’s made for you. Toby Klein arrives at Bayport High as the new kid: a hacker with a black belt and zero interest in fitting in. Then an anonymous invitation nudges her towards cheerleading try-outs—only to reveal that “the Squad” is a front for an elite government spy unit. Their next job? Get Toby close enough to the school’s golden boy to extract crucial intel. Perfect for readers who enjoy teen thrillers, espionage, slow-burn romance and cat-and-mouse intrigue, especially fans of clever twists and capable female leads. Add it to your trolley and let Bayport’s bright smiles and darker secrets pull you in.