Ailsa Craig is always late! To her own birth, even her own house exploding! Although it is certainly better to be late for that than early. Then one day, Ailsa discovers a twenty-fifth hour in a day. The Magic Hour. But messing with time, can have desperate consequences. ...

An enchanting tale told in rhyming verse from the author of The Gruffalo. ...

Shen’s magic paintbrush brings things to life. She paints steaming pots of fish & oysters, bringing them to life to feed the poor people in her village. But when the evil emperor hears about her gift, he commands Shen to paint gold for him instead. Can Shen find a way to defy him? A timeless story from China retold by the author of The Gruffalo Delivers a powerful message about resisting greed & corruption Full of beautiful, delicate artwork & Julia Donaldson’s leaping rhymes Julia’s bestselling books include Stick Man & Room on the Broom Supplied as a pack of 30 copies. ...

Shen’s magic paintbrush brings things to life. She paints steaming pots of fish & oysters, bringing them to life to feed the poor people in her village. But when the evil emperor hears about her gift, he commands Shen to paint gold for him instead. Can Shen find a way to defy him? A timeless story from China retold by the author of The Gruffalo Delivers a powerful message about resisting greed & corruption Full of beautiful, delicate artwork & Julia Donaldson’s leaping rhymes Julia’s bestselling books include Stick Man & Room on the Broom Supplied as a pack of six copies. ...

A magical adventure about a cuddly baby dragon… who’s too afraid to fly! From the creators of Pugicorn comes a fun-filled story about friendship & finding your inner courage. ...

Experience amazing spices in this collection of recipes, inspired by a traditional Indian spicebox. From a chocolate mousse with a kick to a tasty coriander curry, this book is packed with sweet treats & simple meals to prepare together, along with stories that introduce each new spice. ...

Holding the secret which could bring about the end of the world, the twins of prophecy are on the run&8230; Pursued by evil Dr Dee & his henchmen, Josh & Sophie are hiding in Paris. The immortal alchemyst, Nicholas Flamel, is with them. But can he be trusted? John Dee is only two pages away from the knowledge that would give the Dark Elders ultimate power. The Newman twins are the world&8217;s only hope. If they don&8217;t turn on each other first&8230; ...

Brat has always lived in the isolated castle on the isl&, taking care of the vicious beasts that his master creates. For years he’s waited in terror for the moment when they are ready to be put to use. But then the unthinkable happens. The monsters get out. Now Brat must overcome all his darkest fears to venture into the world he has hidden away from his whole life. The fate of everybody rests on his shoulders alone. Will he be strong & brave enough to save them? A gripping standalone fantasy by a resonant new voice Lorraine Gregory’s debut was Mold & the Poison Plot This vivid adventure will captivate middle-grade readers Themes of courage & facing the monsters inside & out Perfect for young fans of Philip Pullman & Eva Ibbotson“A monster mash of action, scares & adventure.” Peter Bunzl, author of Cogheart ...

Three brilliant stories for young readers by a prize-winning author. Does Mr Manners, the headmaster, really have a machine that crushes marbles? Can Colly the owl & Screecher the swallow save their threatened rural barn? & can a boy grieving over the loss of his dog find a way to rescue another starving animal &8211; & become the conker king of Jubilee Park? This irresistible collection

Includes:: three unforgettable tales: The Marble Crusher, Colly&8217;s Barn & Conker.

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Join Jada & Granny Jinks in this charming new series for readers aged 6+! Gorgeously illustrated throughout by Selom Sunu, & brimming with warmth, tricks & magic, this is the perfect read for fans of The Naughtiest Unicorn, Bad Nana & Wigglesbottom Primary! ...