The third and final book in the best-selling, award-winning ‘Bear and the Piano’ trilogy.   The first book in the trilogy - The Bear and the Piano - has sold over 120,000 copies in the UK and won the Waterstones Children's Book Prize, Illustrated Book Category for 2016 The Daily Mail - 'Litchfield’s use of light is unequalled and this is a triumphant last movement in a great symphony.’ You probably remember the story of the bear who found the piano in the woods and grew up to become a huge star. He played his music in front of millions of adoring fans and all of his wildest dreams came true. But now, the audiences are smaller, the pianos less grand, and the applause is dying away. So Bear decides to retire. Back in the woods, he is sad that his dream is over but he soon has something to distract him: Little Bear! When Little Bear stumbles upon his piano in the woods, she can’t believe it when her father says that no one wants to hear his music anymore. So she comes up with a plan to prove him wrong. The final book in the award-winning, best-selling trilogy shows that while fame and fortune might be temporary, the best songs stay in your heart forever.  **Don't miss David Litchfield's other books: The Bear and the Piano (1) The Bear, the Piano, The Dog and the Fiddle (2) The Bear, the Piano, and Little Bear's Concert (3) Grandad's Secret Giant Lights on Cotton Rock

Sprankel het baie maatjies op die koraalrif waar sy woon, maar sy wil so graag ’n ander seeperdjie ontmoet – ’n maatjie net soos sy … Sy begin in die wye oseaan na ’n seeperd-maatjie soek, maar niemand het al een gesien nie! Dan verander alles toe sy ’n vis-nar help...

Abby, Jasper en Henri het net mooi niks in gemeen nie. Maar wanneer hulle moet saamwerk aan ’n groeptaak en dan die ooggetuies is van ’n moord, word hulle saamgegooi op ’n wilde tuimeltreinrit. Sonder selfone en met niemand wat in hulle onskuld glo nie, moet hulle op mekaar staatmaak om te oorleef. Die vraag is net: Gaan die polisie of die eintlike moordenaar hulle eerste opspoor?

BRITTANJE. DIE TOEKOMS. DIE JAAR 2120. Londen lê in puin, die mense is honger en die hele koninkryk is in pikdonker gehul. Prins Albert, ’n tingerige boekwurm, het nog nooit die veiligheid van Buckingham-paleis verlaat nie. Maar nou gebeur daar vreemde dinge tussen die mure van die paleis – en Alfred se lewe gaan vir ewig verander. Snags dwaal daar iets gruweliks in die gange rond. Wanneer Alfred se geliefde ma, die koningin, na die Londense Tower weggesleep word, moet die seun al sy moed bymekaar skraap om op ’n epiese avontuur te gaan sodat hy haar – en die hele wêreld – kan red. Reis vooruit in tyd en geniet hierdie fantastiese avontuur – ’n stories vol mites en legendes wat jou tot reg aan die boeiende einde vasgenael sal hou.

Yandi has just arrived in the big city and is staying with her young cousin Zipho. She pretends she knows everything about city life but she has a lot to learn. When a strange man called Mac charms Yandi on the taxi to school, Zipho, Noteksi and the sharp-eyed grannies know she is in trouble. But will they be in time to rescue her?

The second book in the best-selling, award-winning 'Bear and the Piano' trilogy. The first book in the trilogy - The Bear and the Piano - has sold over 120,000 copies in the UK and won the Waterstones Children's Book Prize, Illustrated Book Category for 2016 Hector and his dog Hugo have made music together through good times, bad times and even some crazy times. But when Hugo learns to play the fiddle, and gets the chance to play with Bear's Big Band, Hector's jealousy gets the better of him. Can Hector swallow his pride and learn to be happy for his friend? Set in New Orleans with a new cast of animal musicians, this big-hearted sequel to the best-selling The Bear and the Piano teaches that friendship, like good music, lasts forever. BBC Music Magazine - 'Litchfield's warm, richly coloured images are filled with gentle humour, while he packs plenty of emotion and nuance into his succinct text- and music as a starring role.' The Daily Mail - 'Litchfield's stunning illustrations conjure up the twinkling lights and sombre shadows of New Orleans, beautifully reflecting the joy and melancholy that offset each other in this touching story. Another guaranteed bestseller from this remarkable artist.' The Daily Mail, 'Best Christmas Books' - 'Loyalty and friendship underpin this touching story from the wonderful David Litchfield...Litchfield's captivating rendition of New Orleans' lights and sombre shadows reflects joy and melancholy to stunning effect.' The Bookseller, 'Editor's Choice' - 'A big-hearted sequel starring a new cast of animals musicians...this captures all the warmth and charm of the original, with show stopping cityscapes and heartfelt emotion.' The Bookseller, 'Season's Highlights' - 'Completely charming tale of friendship and music.' **Don't miss David Litchfield's other books: The Bear and the Piano [1] The Bear, the Piano, the Dog and the Fiddle [2] The Bear, the Piano and Little Bear's Concert [3] Grandad's Secret Giant Lights on Cotton Rock

13-year-old Tom Morgan and his friends live on the streets of an alternate London, shining shoes and picking pockets – until one day Tom’s friends are caught and sent to a brutal workhouse.

Frantic and without a way to save them, Tom bumps into the mysterious Corsair, who offers him an opportunity to train at an elite international boarding school for thieves. Seeing a glimmer of hope, Tom lets himself be whisked away to the snowy Alps in a zeppelin. Swept into a thrilling world of danger and intrigue, the more secrets he learns about the Shadow League, the harder it becomes for Tom to leave. But there are dark forces at work and real danger is coming…

Can Tom save his fellow pupils from disaster – and ever be able to get home again to rescue his friends?

Get ready for the stunning debut in what is guaranteed to become every reader’s favourite new series! Heart-pounding adventure, thrilling heists, remote boarding schools full of ancient secrets waiting to be discovered and much much more…

From the creators of the critically acclaimed The Night Gardener and Ocean Meets Sky comes a whimsical and elegantly illustrated picture book about community, art, the importance of giving back - and the wonder that fell from the sky. THE GUARDIAN "[...] gorgeous illustration [...] intricate monochrome [...] acid-bright touches of colour [...] will prompt lively discussion." It fell from the sky on a Thursday. None of the insects know where it came from, or what it is. Some say it's an egg. Others, a gumdrop. But whatever it is, it fell near Spider's house, so he's convinced it belongs to him. Spider builds a wonderous display so that insects from far and wide can come to look at the marvel. Spider has their best interests at heart. So what if he has to charge a small fee? So what if the lines are long? But as Spider raises the prices, insects stop showing up, much to Spider's bemusement. And then, all of a sudden, an unexpected disaster hits and the marvel disappears! This charming story is accompanied by characterful illustrations, and also teaches children important life lessons about greed and the importance of sharing.

It's here! Number one bestselling author Stephenie Meyer makes a triumphant return to the world of Twilight with this highly-anticipated companion; the iconic love story of Bella and Edward told from the vampire's point of view.

When Edward Cullen and Bella Swan met in Twilight, an iconic love story was born. But until now, fans have heard only Bella's side of the story. At last, readers can experience Edward's version in the long-awaited companion novel, Midnight Sun.

This unforgettable tale as told through Edward's eyes takes on a new and decidedly dark twist. Meeting Bella is both the most unnerving and intriguing event he has experienced in all his years as a vampire. As we learn more fascinating details about Edward's past and the complexity of his inner thoughts, we understand why this is the defining struggle of his life. How can he justify following his heart if it means leading Bella into danger?

In Midnight Sun, Stephenie Meyer transports us back to a world that has captivated millions of readers and brings us an epic novel about the profound pleasures and devastating consequences of immortal love.

When portals to parallel dimensions open up, the gang meet different versions of themselves - a whole universe of Bunnies! Evil Pig! Baby Bunny vs Monkey! The gang end up travelling to the very ends of existence . . . but will they make it back home to the Woods?

In this highly acclaimed and prize-winning verse novel, Joseph Coelho brilliantly blends Greek myth with a 21st century quest. In Ancient Greece Theseus makes a dangerous and courageous journey to find his father, finally meeting the Minotaur in the Labyrinth. While Theo, a modern-day teenage boy, finds himself on a maze-like quest to find his own father. Each story tells of a boy becoming a man and discovering what true manhood really means. The path to self-discovery takes Theo through ‘those thin spaces where myth, magic and reality combine’. Doubts, difficulties and dangers must be faced as Theo discovers the man he will become.

The first book in an enchanting new series from the author of the bestselling THE BOY WHO GREW DRAGONS, full of unexpected adventure, wonder and wildness, and just a little touch of magic!

Have you ever looked at a tree and seen a face staring back? Maybe you spotted a knobbly brow or a knotty pair of eyes, or even a mossy beard? Well, next time you do, stop staring and say hello!

When Iggy discovers overgrown Wildtop Wood at the end of his new garden, he couldn't be more excited. A whole new world opens up for him and his brother Cal, high in the treetops, a world of tangled greenery and unexpected adventure.

But some say the wood is a place of danger and mystery. And as Iggy and Cal venture further into the trees, they hear whispers of a fading green magic, and scampering animals seem to be leading them to a secret deep at the heart of the wood. Could it be that the wood needs them just as much as they need it?

Are you ready to join the Treetoppers?

Then come on in - the Green is waiting!

"Daar is geen bohaai op Silas se bus nie, maar die passasiers begin moeilikheid maak! Is dit te veel bohaai vir Silas se bus? Daar is verskillende kleurkodes wat die leesvlak en moeilikheidsgraad van die teks aandui. Al die leesboekies in hierdie reeks is met kleurkodes gemerk volgens die aanvaarde standaard."

Inspired by traditional animal stories from Africa, find out WHY Elephant has a long trunk! Once upon a time, Elephant had a short stumpy nose. Until he had a TUG-OF-WAR with a hungry crocodile that lasted for hours and hours! A vibrant animal adventure perfect for curious little ones. Written by the award-winning Ken Wilson-Max and illustrated by Subi Bosa. Also available in African Stories series: Once Upon a Zebra, Once Upon a Lion, Once Upon a Giraffe and Once Upon a Hippo.

The Big Steps series is designed to help little ones cope with everyday experiences in their lives. In No More Nappies, meet Millie and Mo - two adorable toddlers who are ready to ditch their nappies and learn how to use the potty.

Follow the ups and downs of their potty-training journey brought to life with fun flaps and mechanisms. Each page has really helpful bedtime tips for parents and carers that are endorsed by leading Early Years Consultant, Dr Amanda Gummer. With delightful illustrations from Marion Cocklico, No More Nappies is a brilliant way to introduce potty training in a fun and relatable way.

For more toddler tips read I'm Not Sleepy: Helping Toddlers Go To Sleep.

Warsaw, 1942. Sixteen-year old Mira smuggles food into the Warsaw ghetto to keep herself and her family alive. When she discovers that the entire ghetto is to be 'liquidated' - killed or resettled to concentration camps - she desperately tries to find a way to save her family. She meets a group of young people who are planning the unthinkable: an uprising against the occupying forces. Mira joins the resistance fighters who, with minimal supplies and weapons, end up holding out for twenty-eight days, longer than anyone had thought possible. During this time, Mira has to decide where her heart belongs. To Amos, who will take as many Nazis as he can with him into the grave? Or to Daniel, who wants to help orphans in a shelter?

Alfie het op veertien nie net koning geword nie, maar ook die Redder van die Ryk. Ná die groot geveg tydens sy kroningsplegtigheid, dink Brittanje dit was die laaste sien van die Swart Draak, en Alfie skuif sy redderpak opsy en gee aandag aan sy koninklike pligte. Hy moet leer om sy pa se skoene vol te staan.

Maar wanneer ’n bende Wikings uit die dood opgewek word, moet Alfie, Hayley en die hellebaardiers regmaak vir ’n epiese stryd wat die koninkryk in ’n nuwe donker eeu kan dompel. Hulle is egter nie alleen nie – ’n paar onverwagse persone staan hulle by.

In a manor by the sea, twelve sisters are cursed.

Annaleigh lives a sheltered life at Highmoor with her sisters. But loneliness fills the grand halls now that four of the girls’ lives have been cut short, each death more tragic than the last.

Disturbed by a series of ghostly visions, Annaleigh becomes increasingly suspicious that her sisters’ deaths were no accident. The girls have been sneaking out every night to attend glittering balls, dancing until dawn in silk gowns and shimmering slippers. Annaleigh isn’t sure whether to try to stop them or to join their forbidden trysts. Because who – or what – are they really dancing with?

As Annaleigh’s involvement with a mysterious stranger intensifies, it’s a race to unravel the darkness that has enveloped her family – before it consumes her too.