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A new colouring book from New York Times bestselling illustrator,
Kerby Rosanes, whose detailed illustrations are loved by adults and
children alike. Mythic World features over 55 mythical creatures
and legends to colour. Showcasing some of the best-known creatures
alongside some you might not have discovered before, each scene
shows them interacting with and morphing out of some of the most
distinctive landscapes in our world today. Warring giants morph out
of The Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland, petrified trolls come
back to life in Icelandic rock formations, the Bhutanese Druk
emerges from Mount Everest's cloudy summit and much more. Colour
and discover the classical myths of Ancient Greece and Rome; celtic
folklore from Ireland and Scotland; oriental tales from Japan and
China; and norse sagas from across Scandinavia. Pages at the back
of the book provide a brief introduction to each mythical creature
and explain the inspiration and rationale behind each illustration.
Far away in the north, at the edge of the Ancient Forest, lives a
little unicorn. Wee Unicorn is very small, and she's very loud . .
. but she's not magic (and everyone knows unicorns are supposed to
be magic!). Wee Unicorn would love to find friends to play with,
but how can she fit in when she feels so different? A fun-filled
tale of adventure and finding friendship in the most unexpected
places by Meg McLaren, winner of the Scottish Bookbug Picture Book
Prize and shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize.
Why do we have eyebrows? Why are dogs' noses wet? Why does Earth
have a moon? Why are some people color blind? The best-selling book
in TIME For Kids' Big Book of Questions series is newly revised
with updated information, photos, illustrations, and graphics to
answer over 250 intriguing questions in popular subject areas:
Animals, Space, History, Science, Technology, Sports and more.
Presented in an easy-to-follow format, this fun, must-have
reference book will appeal to a young child's sense of curiosity.
Kids can dive into the book at any point and learn over 1,001
amazing facts to impress their parents, teachers, and friends with
their new found knowledge.
THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! The hotly anticipated,
gripping sequel to bestselling YA fantasy THE GILDED ONES. Set in
an ancient West African-inspired world, this unmissable YA fantasy
series is perfect for fans of CHILDREN OF BLOOD AND BONE and BLACK
PANTHER. "The invention and the tension never flag - an outstanding
second book." Ben Aaronovitch, author of Rivers of London series
It's been six months since Deka freed the goddesses in the ancient
kingdom of Otera, and discovered who she really is... But war is
waging across the kingdom, and the real battle has only just begun.
For there is a dark force growing in Otera - a merciless power that
Deka and her army must stop. Yet hidden secrets threaten to destroy
everything Deka has known. And with her own gifts changing, Deka
must discover if she holds the key to saving Otera... or if she
might be its greatest threat. THE MERCILESS ONES is the second,
thrilling instalment of the epic fantasy series in which a young
heroine fights against a world that would dare tame her. Praise for
THE GILDED ONES: "Namina Forna could be the Toni Morrison of YA
Fantasy." - Refinery 29 "The Gilded Ones redefines sisterhood and
is sure to leave readers both inspired and ultimately hopeful."
-Stephanie Garber, #1 NYT bestselling author of Caraval "Debut
author Namina Forna's created a fierce female protagonist you'll
root for and a captivating world that feels so real you can step
inside it." - Bookriot
Tall monsters, small monsters, monsters here and there. Hairy
monsters, scary monsters... in TRUCKS everywhere. Children will
love this super-fun title packed with hilarious monsters in
incredible trucks! Follow the monsters as they build a city and
watch out for a monster thief on the loose! There is plenty to spot
on every page, with playful, bright artwork and lots of amusing
mishaps. Energetic, whacky and characterful monsters are drawn in a
vibrant, contemporary style by Ukranian illustrator Nina Dzyvulska
- spot Grin monster in a forklift truck, Brainy monster busy
building, and Jiggly monster who might need the loo! The simple
narrative with fun wordplay and a gentle rhyme is perfect for
reading aloud, ideal for preschoolers and early readers as they
build up their vocabulary and reading confidence. This bold, bright
and playful book is sure to be enjoyed time and time again by young
readers as they are thrilled by the wild escapades of the monsters
in trucks!
A super funny and exciting pirate adventure for readers 8+ by the
author of the bestselling Land of Roar series. Perfect for fans of
BBC's Ghosts! SUNDAY TIMES CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE WEEK 30-10-22 Sid
Jones loves hanging out in the graveyard with her best friend Zen -
they are desperate to see a real-life ghost! But when Sid
accidentally summons a 300-year-old pirate from the dead, it opens
the door to the HALFWAY HOUSE - a magical inn FULL of lost souls
from across the ages, all trapped there by a sinister landlord.
There are more ghosts that Sid could ever have imagined - and
they're all sure Sid is there to save them! (Sid's sure there's
been some kind of mistake.) But someone else is watching, and
they're not happy about Sid helping the ghosts . . . Another epic
adventure series from the author of the Land of Roar, with magic,
peril, pirates, lots of laughs and LOADS of ghosts!
A stunning illustrated edition of the magical bestseller - a
perfect gift for Christmas! Winner of the Waterstones Children's
Book Prize Winner of the British Book Awards Children's Book of the
Year Shortlisted for the Branford Boase Award Shortlisted for the
Jhalak Prize Beautiful, thrilling and magical, Sunday Times
bestselling-author Kiran Millwood Hargrave's critically-acclaimed
first novel is a modern classic. 'Absolutely loved it from start to
finish' TOM FLETCHER 'I read it, I loved it' MALORIE BLACKMAN
'Kiran Millwood Hargrave creates a spellbinding world of magic,
myth and adventure' EMMA CARROLL Forbidden to leave her island,
Isabella dreams of the faraway lands her cartographer father once
mapped. When her friend disappears, she volunteers to guide the
search. The world beyond the walls is a monster-filled wasteland -
and beneath the dry rivers and smoking mountains, a fire demon is
stirring from its sleep. Soon, following her map, her heart and an
ancient myth, Isabella discovers the true end of her journey: to
save the island itself. A beautifully written, multi award-winning
story of friendship, discovery, myths and magic for any age -
perfect for fans of Philip Pullman, Frances Hardinge or Katherine
Rundell A perfect gift for Christmas, illustrated in colour by Olia
Muza, and featuring a bonus chapter From the author of Julia and
the Shark, Leila and the Blue Fox and The Mercies, chosen for the
Richard & Judy Book Club Set in an extensive and
stunningly-imagined parallel world imbued with magical realism
__________________ 'Easily my read of the year. Sheer perfection
from start to finish' - Catherine Doyle 'A beautiful and profound
retelling' - Madeline Miller, author of CIRCE and THE SONG OF
ACHILLES 'Utterly transporting ... This dynamic feminist retelling
is illustrated with stunning, polychromatic power' - Guardian Books
of the Year __________________ A dazzling, feminist retelling of
Greek myth from the internationally bestselling author of The
Miniaturist, stunningly illustrated by Olivia Lomenech Gill. Exiled
to a far-flung island by the whims of the gods, Medusa has little
company except the snakes that adorn her head instead of hair. But
when a charmed, beautiful boy called Perseus arrives on the island,
her lonely existence is disrupted with the force of a supernova,
unleashing desire, love and betrayal... Filled with glorious
full-colour illustrations by award-winning Olivia Lomenech Gill,
this astonishing retelling of Greek myth is perfect for readers of
Circe and The Silence of the Girls. Illuminating the girl behind
the legend, it brings alive Medusa for a new generation.
__________________ '... a must read for women of all ages' - Red
Magazine '... stole my heart from its first fierce lines' - Mary
Watson 'A beautiful and compassionate retelling that gives the
serpent-headed monster of myth a powerful and haunting humanity' -
Jennifer Saint '... an impressive addition to the shelves of
feminist retellings, balancing rage with beautiful storytelling' -
Irish Times 'It's an ideal gift for teenage girls finding their
voice and their power' - Stylist 'Gift ideas for the book lovers in
your life'
Featuring a silver-foil-embossed cloth cover, a ribbon marker and
sprayed silver edges, this gorgeous volume is filled with beautiful
illustrations and precise notes detailing the secret life of
mermaids. In 1872, intrepid (fictional) explorer Darcy Delamare
disguised herself as a man to claim a place on board the (real
life) scientific expedition of the HMS Challenger. She made a
record of her findings on the trip, recounting the extraordinary
sea creatures she witnessed: creatures that, until now, nobody had
believed really existed... mermaids! Following on from the
beautiful A Natural History of Fairies and A Natural History of
Magick, this beautifully illustrated vintage album is filled with
descriptions and illustrations of Delamare's findings, from tales
of mermaids in ancient lore to more recent sightings as well as
facts on the beliefs and superstitions surrounding these elusive
creatures. Children will delight in discovering the anatomy,
behaviour and lifecycles of the Merfolk and how they have hidden
themselves from human discovery over millennia. Pore over the
anatomy of tails, learn how these mysterious creatures communicate
and immerse yourself in their underwater world. The Folklore Field
Guides series is a charming collection of beautifully illustrated
handbooks on topics of lore and legend. Fascinating facts are
accompanied by breathtaking illustrations, all presented in an
engaging narrative form.
An irresistible return to the captivating world of Elfhame from
bestselling Folk of the Air author Holly Black, with stunning
full-colour illustrations by Rovina Cai. Once upon a time, there
was a boy with a wicked tongue ... Before Cardan was a cruel prince
or a wicked king, he was a faerie child with a heart of stone. In
this sumptuously illustrated tale, Holly Black reveals a deeper
look into the dramatic life of Elfhame's enigmatic high king. This
tale includes delicious details of life before The Cruel Prince, an
adventure beyond The Queen of Nothing, and familiar but pivotal
moments from The Folk of the Air trilogy, told wholly from Cardan's
perspective. This new instalment in the Folk of the Air series is a
return to the heart-racing romance, danger, humour and drama that
enchanted readers everyw here. Each chapter is paired w ith lavish
and luminous full-colour art, making this the perfect collector's
item to be enjoyed by audiences both new and old.
The epic second book in the action-packed and empowering
middle-grade superhero series. Perfect for 8+ fans of Percy
Jackson, Amari and the Night Brothers and Black Panther. Soon to be
a feature film with a major streamer! Power bursts through my body,
and I gasp as my hair shoots out like an avenging sword. It slashes
a line through the wooden decking of the walkway. With a deafening
crack, the wood breaks apart, splintering with the force of the
impact. Having uncovered head teacher Dr Doyinbo's hidden agenda
behind the Academy of the Sun, Onyeka and her friends are on the
run. But they've got bigger problems to worry about - they
desperately need to find a way to restore Niyi's Ike superpower and
they need to locate Onyeka's missing parents. When their last safe
house is uncovered, Onyeka turns to the only potential allies they
have left; the Rogues, a group of rebels that have been trying to
expose Dr Doyinbo's lies for years. Joining forces, will the two
groups be able to defeat their shared nemesis, or is there a new
danger on the horizon for the Solari? Praise for Onyeka and the
Academy of the Sun: 'Exhilarating and original, Onyeka is the
superhero you've been waiting for.' Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author
of The Girl of Ink and Stars 'Brilliant characters, action-packed
plot, heartfelt themes of identity, family and friendship. A
DAZZLING story about finding your power.' Sophie Anderson, author
of The House with Chicken Legs 'An incredible story that reinvents
the concept of a school for magical kids. So inspiring and
creatively original.' L. D. Lapinski, author of The Strangeworlds
Travel Agency 'Fast-paced, action-packed and empowering. Tola
Okogwu's storytelling shines so bright you'll want the next
instalment immediately.' A. F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the
Unicorn Thief 'An inspiring, original and exciting roller coaster
of a book.' Katie Tsang, co-author of Dragon Mountain 'A rich and
gripping story of discovering that your greatest power can come
from within. I loved it!' Lisa Thompson, author of The Goldfish Boy
'Brilliant, witty writing and spot-on characterisation.' Louie
Stowell, author of Loki: A Bad God's Guide to Being Good 'A
thrilling, magical page-turner. Children will fall in love with
this story.' Jenny McLachlan, author of The Land of Roar 'Wildly
fun and a huge breath of invigorating fresh air.' Sam Copeland,
author of Charlie Changes Into a Chicken 'A thrilling,
action-packed adventure full of heart. Onyeka is sure to be
everyone's new favourite superhero.' Hannah Gold, author of The
Last Bear
The brand new must-read middle-grade novel from the author of
super-spookyCrater Lake. Perfect for 9+ fans of R.L.Stine's
Goosebumps. Angelo and his friends know that together they can
handle any pretty much anything - including giant mutant spiders or
snake-like parasites that burrow into your brain. But when a
terrifying new enemy attacks from above it seems they have met
their ultimate match . . . how can they defeat giant vampire birds
that are after BLOOD? With summer term in full force - and sports
day and prom night on the horizon - the whole school is in danger.
The gang need a plan to bring safety to the skies!
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