'n Paar jaar gelede het 'n sending van die beroemde Willem skeefgeloop en het hy in Kaapstad by die DBV beland. Dis waar Adriaan en sy ouers die oulike swartenwit spanjoelhondjie raakgeloop het. En nou is Adriaan en Willem onafskeidbaar. Hierdie tweede omnibus bevat nog drie lekkerleesavonture: Hulle reis na die Internasionale Ruimtestasie (ja, honde in die ruimte is nie so ongewoon nie!), NewYork en Namibië, en oral wag daar speurwerk.

AHOOI DAAR, SKARMINKELS!

Hier is 'n avontuurstorie oor seerowers vir beginnerlesers in Afrikaans!

Kom span die seile saam met Matilda, Basjan en die Van der Branders, en geniet hulle opwindende seeroweravonture. Matilda, Basjan en die Van der Branders is terug met nog ’n waaghalsige seeroweravontuur. ’n Betowerde grot vol goud hou Basjan en sy mense gevange en Matilda moet hulle red. Maar sy moet eers verby die seehekse kom …

The book that bites back is BACK! In the second beastly book from Jack Meggit-Phillips, the most distinctive new voice for readers of 8-12, revenge is a dish best served with a surprise ... 'Reads like a modern classic. Sharp, funny, original - I thought this was brilliant', Sam Copeland, bestselling author of Charlie Changes into a Chicken Once upon a very badly behaved time, 511-year-old Ebenezer kept a beast in his attic. He would feed the beast all manner of objects and creatures and in return the beast would vomit him up expensive presents. But then The Bethany arrived ... Now notorious prankster Bethany, along with her new feathery friend Claudette, is determined that she and Ebenezer are going to DE-BEAST their lives and Do Good. But Bethany finds that being a notorious prankster makes it hard to get taken on for voluntary work. And Ebenezer is secretly missing the beast's vomity gifts. And neither of them are all that sure what 'good people' do anyway ... Then there's Claudette, who's not been feeling herself recently. Has she eaten something that has DISAGREED with her? The Beast and the Bethany has all the classic macabre humour of Roald Dahl with the warmth and charm of Despicable Me, finished off with a gleeful bite of Little Shop of Horrors!

Dieter is ’n ware fliekvlooi. Maar gaan al sy filmkennishom help as ’n hologramreus hom en sy tweelingbroer, Darius, na ’n virtuele fliekwêreld ontvoer? Hulle moet van ruimtewesens, booswigte en monsters vlug, saam met ’n superheld veg en nog meer – alles om vier fliekkaartjieste vind en te ontsnap. Maar wat het die ou wetenskaplike in die spookhuis op die bult daarmee te doen? 'n Kies-jou-eie-avontuur-storie propvol avontuur en naelbyt-aksie!

Dis nie asof Maria elke dag oor die toekoms droom nie; sy het egter altyd gedink hulle het darem een. Maar nou is die verlede al wat daar is. Hulle voorspel die Nightshifts gaan alles vernietig. Vrydag 21 Julie is dalk die laaste dag. Die dag waarop Luan haar nooi na ’n kuier by sy huis saam met die skool se gewildste kinders. Maar ken sy enige van hulle werklik? Ken sy haarself? Onder die regte omstandighede kan enigiemand gevaarlik wees. 

The fifth volume of an all-new series of Five Nights at Freddy's short story collections! A collection of new Five Nights at Freddy's short stories, set in the world of the newest games. Fans won't want to miss this pulsepounding collection of three novella-length stories that will keep even the bravest player up at night... Readers beware: this collection of terrifying tales is enough to unsettle even the most hardened Five Nights at Freddy's fans Perfect for video game fans and fans of horror If you enjoy the FNAF series, check out Bendy and the Ink Machine and Hello Neighbor.

"A spooky, funny, magical and atmospheric adventure with a compelling hero you will adore. " Jessica Townsend, New York Times bestselling author of Nevermoor Maybe some ghosts enjoy walking through walls and being invisible - not me. I never asked to be a kid ghost. With no memory of the kid she was before she was taken by the Witches, Corpse is bound to haunt the rock-that-doesn't-exist for ever. Until she learns of a treasure, one that can reunite Corpse with her family and her name. She must set off for answers, on a journey across the stormy sea, battling magic, zombie-skeletons and monsters. But the Witches want the treasure too. And they'll do anything to get to it first. Welcome to Elston-Fright, a forgotten town where witches lurk, sea monsters roam and a girl is on the hunt for answers...

Twin toads, business baboons, a newt with a laboratory, and a mystery to be solved. The Free Range Detective Agency is on the case! Seamus the turkey detective is once again desperate for a new case. When security breaches threaten Frank Bloombum, baboon and two-time BusinessMonkey of the Year’s top-secret money-making facilities, the Free Range Detective Agency is called to the rescue. Who might be responsible? The baboon, the jackal, the newt, the toad or another creature lurking in the shadows? Seamus and friends are back to solve a brand new mystery, in the second installment of Jed Lynch's Free Range Detective Agency series! Another hilarious, and yet very serious investigation led by Seamus the private detective. Who said turkeys couldn’t solve mysteries?  'I laughed so much I laid an egg. GENIUS.' Dustin the Turkey

With incredible twists and turns and an action-packed story, this is a thrilling, unputdownable adventure. The robot Adam-2 has been locked in the basement of a lost building for over two hundred years - until one day he is discovered by two children, and emerges into a world ruined by a civil war between humans and advanced intelligence. Hunted by both sides, Adam discovers that he holds the key to the war, and the power to end it - to destroy one side and save the other. But which side is right? Surrounded by enemies who want to use him, and allies who mistrust him, Adam must decide who - and what - he really is. From the author of the highly-acclaimed Orion Lost, Adam-2 is an exciting and hugely gripping science fiction thriller - perfect for fans of Eoin Colfer, Anthony Horowitz, and Philip Reeve. "Brilliant - one of the best middle grade books I've read this year ... Action, tension, a marvellous mix of characters, and incredibly thought-provoking while being huge fun to read. What more could you want?" - Jennifer Killick, author of Crater Lake

Milton is swept up in a quest for friends and excitement in Jess Redman’s thrilling middle grade novel, The Adventure is Now. Sometimes it's hard to be Milton P. Greene. He says all the wrong things, his family is falling apart, and everyone at school avoids him because of the very embarrassing Bird Brain Incident. But when Milton plays his video game Isle of Wild, he becomes someone else – Sea Hawk, the brave and brilliant naturalist explorer who conquers danger at every turn. Then Milton’s parents ship him off to the remote Lone Island for the summer. The island is chock-full of spectaculous species, and Milton realizes this is his chance to become the brave and brilliant naturalist he’s always wanted to be – and even meet some fellow explorers! But as it turns out, the future of the Lone Island is in some pretty serious peril, and the only thing that can save it is a field guide full of cryptic clues. So Milton and his unexpected new friends embark on a wild and wondrous adventure all of their own.

Trapped by an evil dictatorship, will Cristian be forced to betray his family or will he risk everything he loves to resist? A powerful, heart-breaking thriller based on real events. *Winner of the Yoto Carnegie Shadowers' Choice Medal for Writing 2023* Cristian has lived his entire life in the grip of a repressive dictatorship. The country is governed by fear. When the secret police blackmail him, Cristian has an impossible choice. Save the life of his sick grandfather by informing on his family, or risk his life - and all of theirs - by resisting? At 17, Cristian dreams of being free but doesn't know where to turn. In this climate of constant suspicion, can he trust his best friend, his girlfriend or even his family? Closely based on the real events of the Romanian Revolution of 1989, this is a powerful, heart-breaking thriller from the author of Salt to the Sea, winner of the Carnegie Medal.

Celebrate the anniversary of the bestselling classic The Snail and the Whale, the delightful tale of adventure and friendship by the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo. "How I long to sail!" said the tiny snail. One little snail longs to see the world and hitches a lift on the tail of an enormous whale. Together they go on an amazing journey, past icebergs and volcanoes, sharks and penguins, and the little snail feels so small in the vastness of the world. But when disaster strikes and the whale is beached in a bay, it's the tiny snail's big plan that saves the day! The Snail and the Whale 20th Anniversary Edition features the classic with a stunning foil cover as well as extra-special bonus content including a letter from the author and some early sketches from the illustrator to celebrate the anniversary year.

Christmas magic, delivered! The brilliant festive blockbuster from Ben Miller - the perfect stocking-filler for all the family. It's business as usual in the run up to Christmas at Santa's Workshop - and toy elves Holly and Tog are busy making gifts for children all around the world. But Father Christmas isn't feeling well, and Holly is worried that things won't be finished on time. Inventing a robot to help out with festive duties seems like a fantastic idea, until Father Christmas is KIDNAPPED and a race against time to save him and the big day begins. Funny and heartwarming, this beautifully illustrated pocket-sized story shows the importance of family at Christmas, and all year round. Discover more festive adventures from Hollie and Tog in Diary of a Christmas Elf. Praise for Ben Miller: 'A magical adventure' Sunday Express on The Day I Fell Into a Fairytale 'Great for reading aloud' The Week Junior on The Day I Fell Into a Fairytale 'A fire-side gem of a story' Abi Elphinstone on The Night I Met Father Christmas 'Fabulous' Sunday Express on The Boy Who Made the World Disappear 'Enchanting, funny and intriguing in equal measure' Philip Ardagh on The Night I Met Father Christmas 'Each of [Ben's] five books is joyous and thoughtful' Red Magazine 'A sheer delight for all kids both big AND small' Ruth Jones on The Night I Met Father Christmas 'Bubbles with warmth and mischievous humour . . . irresistible' Alexander Armstrong on The Night I Met Father Christmas 'Wonderful, funny, magical' Chris Evans on How I Became a Dog Called Midnight

Broeps die grotbaba voel allenig en verveeld. Sy ma verf ure aaneen en sy pa jag pal vir kos vir die pot. Toe Broeps Mamma se verfkwas optel, is sy ouers smoorkwaad. Hulle dreig om hom te voer vir die groot, honger beer! Dan daag daar 'n vriendelike mammoet op . . . en Broeps maak 'n hele klomp nuwe vriende. ’n Heerlik ondeunde avontuurverhaal deur twee van die wêreld se voorste skeppers van kinderboeke, in Afrikaans vertaal deur veelbekroonde rympiekoning Philip de Vos.

Meeluister-apparate, gesplitste olifantmis en geheime reaktors! Sabotasie, staatsgeheime en slymerig slakke! Die gewetenlose generaal Kerbhala en Spesiale Taakmag T-01 is warm op ouma Hester se spoor. Hoe gaan hulle uit die boosaardige folteraar se kloue ontsnap? Voor hulle weet, word ouma Hester, Tian en Lisa betrek by ’n gemene pakt met eienaardige ruimtewesens. As hulle sending misluk, is planeet Aarde in groot gevaar! Dis tyd om die ruimte in te snel. Die monsteragtige Molluske wag . . .

Charlie Small is twelve years old when he falls through a gap in space and time and ends up in a series of adventures which he records in a diary format. Packed full of fun illustrations, maps and clever inventions, Charlie's first adventure takes him to Gorilla City, where he meets the mighty Thrak and must battle for survival, finally ending up as king of the jungle. No adventure is too big for Charlie Small! Will he ever get home?

Charlie Small is twelve years old when he falls through a gap in space and time and ends up in a series of extraordinary adventures which he records in a diary format. Packed full of fun illustrations, maps, clever inventions and top tips for survival, Charlie's second adventure takes him onto a pirate ship as cabin boy for some fearsome and ferocious pirates... will they make him walk the plank? Or will their skeleton enemy be the worst of them all? No adventure is too big for Charlie Small! And how will he ever get home?

In this prequel to the NO. 1 INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLING phenomenon of TIKTOK fame, They Both Die at the End, two new strangers spend a life-changing day together after Death-Cast make their first fateful calls. 'If They Both Die at the End broke your heart and put it back together again, be prepared for this novel to do the same. A tender, sad, hopeful and youthful story that deserves as much love as its predecessor.' Culturefly '[A] heart-pounding story [full] of emotion and suspense.' Kirkus 'An extraordinary book with a riveting plot.' Booklist Meet Orion and Valentino. It's the night before Death-Cast goes live, and there's one question on everyone's mind: Can Death-Cast actually predict death, or is it an elaborate hoax? Orion Pagan has waited years for someone to tell him that he's going to die, given his serious heart condition. Valentino Prince has a long and promising future ahead of him and only registered for Death-Cast after his twin sister nearly died in a car accident. Orion and Valentino cross paths in Times Square and immediately feel a deep connection. But when the first End Day calls go out, their lives are changed for ever - one of them receives a call . . . the other doesn't. Told with acclaimed author Adam Silvera's signature bittersweet touch, this story celebrates the lasting impact that people have on each other and proves that life is always worth living to the fullest. PRAISE FOR ADAM SILVERA: 'There isn't a teenager alive who won't find their heart described perfectly on these pages.' Patrick Ness, author of The Knife of Never Letting Go 'Adam Silvera is a master at capturing the infinite small heartbreaks of love and loss and grief.' Nicola Yoon, author of Everything, Everything 'A phenomenal talent.' Juno Dawson, author of Clean and Wonderland 'Bold and haunting.' Lauren Oliver, author of Delirium

The Second book in the OFFICIAL Minecraft fiction series for readers age 7+

Morgan, Ash and friends are back for another adventure.

Woodsword Middle has been infested by bats, bringing chaos and disorder into Ms Minerva's classroom.

The friends continue to explore Doc Culpepper's virtual reality world of Minecraft, venturing beyond the safety of their castle. When they arrive at a village which is terrorised by a hostile mob each night, they know they must help out. But will the kids work out how to stop the mob and save the villagers? And why is Ms Minerva's classroom full of bats?

An original middle-grade graphic novel from Graphix starring Miles Morales, by bestselling author Justin A. Reynolds and Eisner nominee Pablo Leon! Join Miles Morales in his most epic adventure yet! Miles Morales has just about gotten used to this being Spider-Man thing. Keeping Brooklyn safe, taking down bad guys, and finishing his homework - he's got this! But when Spider-Man is invited to a launch for a brand-new video game, things go sideways fast. Anyone who plays the game is frozen, and it's all because of a villain named the Stranger. He's judged humanity and found it lacking, and his idea of justice is extreme. Left with the fate of the world in his hands, and the clock is ticking on Miles. Can he turn old foes to friends and find the answers he needs in time? Full-colour illustrations throughout by illustrator, Pablo Leon! Perfect for Marvel fans old and new - especially Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. An original middle-grade graphic novel with an enthralling plot.