Winnie-the-Pooh meets Charlotte’s Web in this charming, emotionally touching children’s fable from award-winning author Jeremy Strong, highly illustrated in black and blue colour printing and launched in a beautiful, covetable hardback. An extraordinary house on wheels is being towed along a forest track by doleful...
This board book helps a child to develop their vocabulary in a fun and interactive way. Fruit, flowers, food and animals are grouped together by colour on the left page, enabling a child to develop their vocabulary as well as knowledge of colours. On the...
The start of an epic new fantasy trilogy from bestselling, award-winning author Kiran Millwood Hargrave. ‘Destined to be a classic’ Garth Nix’A stunning adventure’ Cressida Cowell’Fierce, lyrical … an earth-shattering fantasy’ Piers TordayThe earth is stirring . . . Ysolda has lived her life in...
A comic book…about making comic books! The perfect gift for budding artists and aspiring storytellers. Written and illustrated by comic artist Edward Ross with an introduction by Alice Oseman, creator of the best-selling Heartstopper series. “The book you’re about to read is something I would...
A beautifully illustrated and enchanting collection of treasured fairy tales from the extraordinarily talented author-illustrator Sandra Dieckmann. Enchanted forests, wild animals, powerful princesses and brave heroes – an enthralling and divinely illustrated collection of Grimm’s fairy tales from internationally acclaimed author-illustrator Sandra Dieckmann. With much-loved...
A beautiful clothbound hardback gift edition of one of the world’s most beloved stories. I’m Death, and I make sure that everyone is equal. From the land of fantastical castles, vast lakes and deep forests, the Brothers Grimm collected a treasury of enchanting folk and...
A spooktacularly spooky Halloween book for children by Barry Timms with stunningly-detailed illustrations from rising picture book star, Laura Borio. Books are magic! Bookshops are spectacular! Don’t believe us? Join Henry as he helps Griselda Snook on the opening day of her spooky bookshop! From...
The perfect gift for animal fans!Go on a wild adventure into the animal kingdom with naturalist, wildlife cameraman and winner of Strictly Come Dancing, Hamza Yassin. Hamza’s Wild World brings you everything you will ever need to know about the animal kingdom in this fun,...
A honkingly-hilarious tale about the importance of being considerate to others, with stylish illustrations from the super-talented Duncan Beedie (I Really Really Need a Wee, Agent Llama, Heavy Metal Badger). Meet Hank the Goose. He’s never met a balloon he didn’t pop, or a conversation he...
A beautiful clothbound hardback gift edition of the world’s most celebrate fairy tales. Every man’s life is a fairy tale, written by God’s fingers. – Hans Christian Andersen. A delightful selection of stories from Hans Christian Andersen, translated by the eminent writer and critic, Naomi...
Heavy Metal Badger is one of The Times Best Children’s Books of 2023. An empowering rock anthem, from the fantastically-funny Duncan Beedie, celebrating identity and self-expression. Badger is ready to ROCK!The music inside him is ready to burst out. He just needs to find a...
Under the golden glow of dawn, the forest is waking, the river rushes, and a young rabbit is ready to explore. What’s that beneath the branches of a sprawling oak? Who will you meet under the bright shining sun? Join little rabbit as he wanders...
Hilda and Twig would never let a bit of rain get in the way of an adventure, but it’s different when your forest exploration is interrupted by a BIG storm. Sheltering in a mysterious mound in the earth, Twig quickly realises that trouble is afoot,...
For fans of Studio Ghibli, this fantastical art book transports readers to imaginary houses, each with their own story to tell A dreamer’s tree house. A mechanic’s cottage.A submerged city. In Houses with a Story, more than 30 imaginative houses and the people who make...
The multi-award-winning duo of Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen tackle a perennial question: how does Santa go down the chimney?When Santa arrives at a child’s house on Christmas Eve, does he go down the chimney feetfirst or headfirst? What if he gets stuck? What if...
Horror movie enthusiast Charley is determined to keep a low profile when she’s enrolled at a girls’ boarding school on a remote island. That is, until someone starts killing off her senior class! From elaborate scare tactics to severed heads in fridges, Charley has found...
From bestselling author Rob Biddulph comes a magical tale about a boy, his teddy and a very special winter adventure. Little Fox has gone missing in the park. The family search high and low, but the teddy can’t be found. Then, one night, a beautiful...
The fiery new title in the best-selling If I had a… series imagines life with a dragon as a pet. Imagine what it would be like to have a dragon as a pet. Join our funny female protagonist on her latest flight of fancy, but...
In If You Run Out of Words, an imaginative bedtime adventure from award-winning artist Felicita Sala, a father reassures his daughter of the fantastical lengths he’d go to in order to show his loveWhat happens if you run out of words?Will you have any left...
Return to the world of INKHEART … ‘It’s great to have this wonderful writer back on our shelves.’ DAVID ALMOND After five happy years, Meggie, her father Mo and the fire-eater Dustfinger, along with a host of new friends, feel safe and settled. But arch-villain...
Laugh yourself silly with the InvestiGators! Mango and Brash are back in Class Action – the eighth full colour comic book adventure by John Patrick Green. Perfect for fans of Dog Man and Bunny vs Monkey. ‘Fast, fabulous, and fantastically funny’’ – Jamie Smart, creator...
Isadora Moon is special because she’s different. Her mum is a fairy and her dad is a vampire and she is a bit of both. Isadora loves the night, bats and her black tutu, but she also loves the sunshine, her magic wand and Pink...
Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler are the Lennon and McCartney of children’s publishing” Sunday Times Join a plucky little penguin on the journey of a lifetime, in this fabulous new picture book from superstar author and illustrator Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Jonty the little...
A snug-rhyming story set in Brown Bear Wood with 100 cosy things to find. Join the animals in Brown Bear Wood as they keep cosy. Bear keeps cosy by snuggling under a blanket with Papa Bear; Professor Owl keeps cosy by drinking a steaming mug...
Step into the Anglo-Saxon world of King Alfred the Great in a lyrical retelling from a Carnegie Medal-winning author and Kate Greenaway Medal-winning former Children’s Laureate. Alfred the Great is one of the most iconic rulers in British history and the only one to be...
Magical contemporary London. Two lives are about to collide. A journey of self-discovery. For fans of dark fantasy like Cemetery Boys, Noughts and Crosses and Threads that Bind from major new YA talent Jamaican British author Nevin HolnessThe first time Eli had tried taking magic...
The purrrfect series for newly confident readers, beautifully illustrated by Waterstones Children’s Book Prize winner, Jenny Løvlie, and written by bestselling author, Paula Harrison. Kitty is a superhero-in-training with feline superpowers. She dreams of being just like her superhero mum one day, but she’s still...
A contemporary YA murder mystery set in sun-drenched LA, for fans of Malibu Rising, We Were Liars and A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder. “Lauren James’s books are addictive.” Alice OsemanThe novel of Lauren James’s hugely popular online story “An Unauthorized Fan Treatise”When Delilah meets...
Ten strangers trapped in a television studioForty-two remote camerasOne rule: Trust no oneWhen a casting call is announced for new reality TV show Lie or Die, Kass is tricked into auditioning by her best friend. Big Brother meets Mafia, Lie or Die pits contestants against...
Discover our collectable Puffin Clothbound Classic edition of Little Women Puffin Clothbound Classics are stunning collectable gift editions of some of the best-loved classics in the world – including this charming edition of Little Women. Christmas won’t be the same this year in the March...
New from Waterstones Prize-shortlisted author-illustrator team, Lucy Strange and Pam Smy: a spirited series of “cosy gothic” mysteries, starring supernatural sleuths, Lockett & Wilde. “This book has more shadowy mysteries than twelve graveyards and more delicious twists than my favourite pretzel. All hail Lockett &...
Loki’s fourth doodle-packed diary in the number one best-selling series. Loki has made a fair few enemies during his time in Asgard. Too many to count and certainly too many to remember. When the elf, Vinir beams Loki aboard his chariot and challenges him to...
Discover the world beneath the waves with this magically illustrated treasury of folklore from the ocean deeps. Do you know the story of the ghost ship Mary Celeste? Or the myths behind seaquakes and tsunamis? Have you heard of Nanaue, the Hawaiian King of the...
From hilarious MEGA-bestselling author, Katie Kirby, comes a brand-new Lottie Brooks book with a twist! Hi, Lottie Brooks here! I’ve just found out that you’ve all been reading about my most EMBARRASSING moments for years . . . it’s meant to be my TOTALLY SECRET...
A cross between ADVENTURES ON TRAINS and MY BROTHER IS A SUPERHERO, this first book in a brilliant new series takes you on a non-stop adventure in Antarctica. Filled with humour, heart and a touch of the supernatural, these books are perfect for the most...
When lonely Mariana finds a Merbaby on the sea shore, hidden inside a crab shell, she loves her more than she’s ever loved anything. She takes the baby home and as she grows, the Merchild brings joy to Mariana’s life. But Mariana knows that one...
A beautiful new hardback special edition of an iconic and timeless classic, celebrating 90 years of the world’s favourite Nanny. The original and classic story of the world’s most famous nanny, Mary Poppins is a timeless classic that has enchanted generations – available now in...
A breathtaking new fantasy world from the award-winning author of The Last Wild. In an empire of vampirs and werwolves, Tibor and Roza are hunting a treasure more valuable than gold … For readers who loved Katherine Rundell’s Impossible Creatures or S.F. Said’s Tyger. Tibor...
Meet Mirabelle Starspell. Her mum is a witch, her dad is a fairy and she is a bit of both. She likes casting spells with her fairy wand and flying around on her witchy broomstick, but most of all the thing she really, really likes...
“My favourite contemporary children’s author is Philip Reeve” – Charlie Higson An epic, thrilling, action-packed city-eat-city adventure starring brave fighter Tamzin Pook, who must travel from the spectator sport combat arena in Margate to the Thunder City, where a chilling, ruthless villain has seized power....
Life is not about chasing fame and fortune but spending time with those we love. Mr Lepron lives in the forest and has a toasty warm home and many children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Oh, and he adores vegetables and making soup. Mr Lepron also enjoys...
Mr Santa, want to hear me play? Do the reindeer talk? And can I ride your sleigh?When a little girl comes face to face with Santa in her own house, she can hardly believe it! It’s her golden opportunity to ask him the questions –...
Murder and mayhem disrupt a family Christmas by the sea – a perfect thriller to keep you gripped this festive season!George and his family are celebrating Christmas by the sea. But when a body washes up on the beach, George can’t stop thinking about the...
A BIG nature book for sharing with a little person, introducing first words, colours, numbers, shapes, opposites and more – with felt flaps and a mirror!With bright, stylish artwork from Ingela P Arrhenius, illustrator of the internationally bestselling Felt Flaps and Peekaboo series, this BIG...
From the internationally bestselling series, this board book with 6 sounds is the perfect introduction for babies and toddlers to classical music. Discover the spellbinding magic of Swan Lake in this retelling of the classic ballet story about a swan who transforms into a graceful dancer....
From the internationally bestselling series, this board book with 6 sounds is the perfect introduction for babies and toddlers to classical music. Follow Clara on a magical adventure to the Land of Sweets in this retelling of the classic ballet story. Children will love pressing the...
The Greek myths are some of the oldest and most famous stories ever told. This striking comic book collection is the perfect introduction to the world of the gods – containing six tales full of love, loss, greed, envy and bravery. Journey down to the...
Discover the secrets of the changing seasons in this enchanting and fact-filled guide to nature. Follow wildlife season by season, finding out about the exciting – and sometimes surprising – stories of the animals, plants and places you see around you. Meet tiny tadpoles growing...
Nibbles the book-eating monster has gone nibbling. But this book is too slimy, that one is too sweet and this one too smelly. Will Nibbles ever find a book that’s just right? Perhaps the perfect snack is a little closer to home . . ....
*2022 New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Winner* Teach values of generosity, understanding and community with this calm and scrumptious story about a lunch cart that feeds the wildlife creatures in the local area. Furry noses sniff the air as mouthwatering smells waft...
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