It Might Be an Apple is a boisterous, philosophical shaggy dog story for young children - and probably a few adults. The story follows a child's hilarious, wildly inventive train of thought through all the things an apple might be if it is not, in fact, an apple. Distrusting the apple's convincing appearance, the child's imagination spirals upwards and outwards into a madcap fantasy world - maybe it's a star from outer space with tiny aliens on board? Perhaps it wants a cool hairstyle? Does it feel scared, or snore at night? Children can see what all these crazy, funny things might look like. This book is not only huge fun, but it also encourages a questioning, challenging approach to the world around us.

In Transylvania, a boy cries ... vampire! Young Ion is bored by life in the village. So to spice things up, the imaginative prankster runs false vampire drills, much to the annoyance of the villagers. But one night, a shadow passes by Ion's window. This time it's no joke. It's a REAL vampire! Have all of Ion's fibs come back to bite him, or can the boy find a way out of this batty situation? In this Far Out Fables adventure, Aesop's "The Boy Who Cried Wolf" receives a playful, modern twist. Experience a classic fable like never before in this full-colour graphic novel retelling for kids.

The complete Mechs vs Monsters underdog adventures for fans of Ms. Marvel and Pokemon, which inspired the Netflix animated series! Each year, giant sentient robots from space come to Earth and bond with a new Sky Corps Academy cadet to keep the planet safe. But this time, one mech bonds with Stanford Yu, a young kid working with his mom as a janitor. This is the opportunity of a lifetime for him, but first he'll have to earn his classmates' trust and survive an uncompromising enemy...colossal aliens known as the Sharg. Stanford and the Mech Cadets will realize what truly makes a hero in this complete collection of the original Mech Cadet Yu series! Bestselling author Greg Pak (Ronin Island, The Hulk) and fan-favorite artist Takeshi Miyazawa (Runaways, Ms. Marvel) bring this underdog story alive as Stanford, the Mech Cadets, and their Robos face relentless training, an alien invasion, and threats to their very human existence. Collects Mech Cadet Yu #1-#12.

Die vyfde boek in die gewilde Asterix-reeks, in 'n splinternuwe, sprankelende Afrikaanse gedaante. Die Romeine rig ’n reuseheining op om die klein Galliese dorpie waarin Asterix en Obelix woon, af te kamp van die res van Gallie. Asterix gaan ’n weddenskap aan dat hy en Obelix die ganse Gallie sal toer en delikatessen uit dorpe sal saambring as bewys dat geen Romein hulle kan afsonder nie!

Based on the masterpiece film from Studio Ghibli cofounder Isao Takahata. Why did she choose to come to earth? Why did she long for this world? An old bamboo cutter and his wife find a tiny girl inside a bamboo shoot and raise her. The mysterious little princess grows rapidly into a young lady, enthralling all who encounter her-but ultimately, she must face her fate and be punished for her crime.

Step back in time for a prehistoric adventure! Eager, young velociraptor Mateo Raptor has made an interesting find during his class's archaeological dig. He presents the odd, rectangular object to his uncle, Dr Raptor, an ambitious scientist. Inside the shiny slab is a clue about the destiny of long-lost, world-famous scientist Ernie Stegosaur. This find leads Mateo, Dr Raptor and the doctor's lab assistant, Darby, on a fascinating journey to the centre of the Earth!

Shakespeare's Hamlet like you've never seen it - or read it - before! Classics in Graphics: Hamlet has been adapted into a graphic novel by expert authors, Steve Skidmore and Steve Barlow, with illustrations by Alessandro Valdrighi and Edu Rubio. The tragic mayhem swirls on the page - as Hamlet's life crumbles around him. Classics in Graphics is a series of graphic novels for children aged 10 plus that has inclusion at its heart, flinging wide the doors of literature for everyone to enter and understand. Including dyslexia-friendly design on every page, and encouraging readers to relate to these iconic roles - casting spells, falling in love and winning duels. Each graphic novel includes pitch-perfect illustrations for presenting the tragic, the romantic, the comedic, the magical, as well as: - snappy simplified text presenting Shakespeare's themes clearly - introductory materials to help set the scene and context of each story - heaps of extra material at the back to keep the learning and fun going, including an exploration of themes in the play, the language, Shakespeare's inspirations, the publication and performance of the play in history, a timeline of Shakespeare's life and works, and much more! Plays available in the series include: Macbeth The Tempest Hamlet Romeo and Juliet A Midsummer Night's Dream Much Ado About Nothing

When Asterix and Obelix rescue a mysterious Pict named MacAroon, they must journey to Caledonia, now Scotland, to return him to his lady love, Camomilla, the adopted daughter of the old king. However, the treacherous chieftain, MacCabeus, plans to marry her and claim the throne - with the help of the Romans!

What with caber-tossing, bagpipes, malted water and an enormous otter in the loch, can the Gauls reunite MacAroon and Camomilla and enjoy some Roman-bashing along the way?

There are lots of laughs at every level in Treehouse Tales: too SILLY to be told ... UNTIL NOW! From the bestselling Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton. Climb the storeys with thirteen, never-before-heard adventures starring Andy, Terry and their friends. Featuring laugh-out-loud stories such as: Terry and the Magic Wand Chair-up-your-nose Day The Day Terry Flushed Me Down the Toilet The Mystery Case of the Missing Doodles ... and many, many more! Well, what are you waiting for? Come on up!

Beware, villains! Cat Ninja may appear to be nothing more than a silly internet meme. But he is evil's greatest enemy, and the silent master of Kat Fu and carpet scratching! From Epic! Originals, Cat Ninja is a hilarious graphic novel series about a lovable cat with a heroic alter-ego. Raised from a kitten by a kindly old ninja master, Claude now spends his days as the pampered house cat of an eleven-year-old boy. But when trouble arises, Claude dons his mask and springs into action as Cat Ninja-Metro City's secret protector! In Book 1 of the series, follow our feline hero's early exploits as he tries to keep his secret identity under wraps while thwarting the evil plans of slimy thugs, rampaging robots, and a certain rodent nemesis who lives under the same roof!

Dan wants the new X-9000 high-top trainers more than anything, even though he knows his mum can't afford them. So when a hooded figure leaves a brand new pair of X-9000s on the city bus, Dan grabs them and doesn't look back. But the shoes seem to have a mind of their own . . . and Dan will soon discover he should be careful what he wishes for. In this Scary Graphics tale, easy-to-read text and eerie, full-colour art combine to deliver just-right scares for kids who crave chills and thrills.

Awesome Pokemon adventures inspired by the best-selling Pokemon X and Y video games! X was a Pokemon Trainer child prodigy. He hated being in the spotlight, so he took to hiding in his room and avoiding everyone-including his best friend Y. But now a surprise attack has brought X out of hiding! The Legendary Pokemon Xerneas has transformed into a great tree, and whoever can possess it will also be in control of immense power! Meanwhile, Trainer Korrina has lost her battle, as well as her Key Stone. Feeling responsible for Korrina's defeat, X retreats once more into his home. Will X's friends ever get him to come back out of hiding again?!

A graphic novel about friendship, belonging and feeling comfortable in your own skin! Trying out for middle school cheerleader means: performing in the giant school gym, with the whole school watching, and risking total humiliation. If Christina can make it through this, she can make it through anything. As one of the only Asian American kids in her small Texas town, Christina just wants to fit in. Luckily, her best friend, Megan, who is Iranian American, can totally relate. The two girls have always been inseparable and relish creating elaborate fantasy worlds together. But middle school is a reality-check, and suddenly popularity is way more important than playing pretend. When cheerleading tryouts are announced, Christina and Megan literally jump at the chance to join the squad. But does fitting in actually equal belonging? Will they survive the terrifying tryouts? And most importantly, will their friendship withstand the pressures of heated competition and rivalry? Hilarious and heartfelt, The Tryout is Christina Soontornvat's personal story, sure to make you laugh, cry, and cheer! From two-time Newbery Honoree and Kirkus Prize winner Christina Soontornvat, and stellar new talent, Joanna Cacao Perfect for fans of New Kid, Rollergirl, and Real Friends.

Is this the right book for you? Take the ANNOYING TEST and find out!

1) Do you ask 'Are we there yet?' over and over on long car trips?

2) Do you like to drive people mad by copying everything they say and do?

3) Do you hog the shower and use up all the hot water?

4) Do you enjoy asking silly questions that have no real answers?

5) Do you swing on the washing line whenever you get the chance?

SCORE: One point for each yes answer.

3-5 You are a practical joking genius. You will love this book.

1-2 You are a good practical joker. You will love this book.

0 You are not a practical joker. You will love this book.

Just Annoying is the second book in this hilarious series of stories about the world's most annoying practical joker – from the creators of the bestselling Treehouse series, Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton.

Die Galliese hoofman Disvimygrix omhels die Romeinse kultuur met groot entoesiasme. Die Romeine sien dit as ’n gulde geleentheid en plant by hom ’n idee: Hulle vra hom om die Galliese hoofman Allamapstix uit te daag tot ’n stamhoofgeveg. Die hoofman wat wen, neem beheer oor die ander stam. Gewoonlik sou Disvimygrix nie waag om Allamapstix uit te daag nie, maar die druide, Kasterolix, is buite aksie. Obelix het hom raakgegooi met ’n menhir. Nou kan Kasterolix nie onthou hoe om die towerbrousel te maak wat hulle onoorwinlik maak nie. Daar is ’n groot kans dat Disvimygrix die groot stamhoofgeveg sal wen en beheer van Asterix se stam sal neem...

The sword-wielding afterlife adventure just got bigger with this collection of Bleach volumes
Reads R to L (Japanese Style), for audiences T
Containing volumes 4, 5 and 6 of Bleach A new reality-show craze is sweeping the nation, garnering legions of screaming fans (the majority of them being teenaged girls). But this program comes with a supernatural twist--the host, a media-savvy spiritualist, travels to local hotspots and performs exorcisms, live on national TV Surly Soul Reaper Ichigo Kurosaki has his doubts about this primetime prima donna, and his assumptions are about to be put to the test--the show is heading straight for his neighborhood What effect will this unprovoked media presence have on the fragile balance between Earth and the spirit world?