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Angels All Around Us
(Hardcover)
Christopher Paul Carter; Illustrated by Skye Como Miller; Edited by Lily Herndon Weaks
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R567
Discovery Miles 5 670
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Ships in 10 - 15 working days
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Are you . . . A dragon with indigestion? A blob with a cold? A yeti
with a sore foot? Then book an appointment with the MONSTER DOCTOR.
No THING too small, no creature too big! Ozzy is just an ordinary
human boy - until he gets a job at the monster doctor's surgery!
He's now spending his summer helping the doctor cure her strange
and wonderful monster-patients, and he has to find a way to help
her save the surgery . . . The first in a howlingly hilarious
series of monster adventures written and illustrated by John Kelly
that will have you laughing your head off . . . literally. Don't
miss Ozzy's next adventure in The Monster Doctor: Revolting Rescue!
'A true fantasy masterpiece' Sabaa Tahir, #1 New York Times
bestselling author 'World building to rival the likes of George
R.R. Martin' GUARDIAN SAVE THE WORLD OR END IT. CLAIM THE SWORD OR
BREAK IT. From the #1 New York Times Bestselling author of Realm
Breaker and the multi-million copy selling Red Queen series, as
seen on TikTok... _____________ A divided world must rally, an
unstoppable enemy must be defeated, and the fate of the world rests
on a blade's edge. Andry, a former squire, fights for hope amid
blood and chaos. Dom, a grieving immortal, strives to fulfill a
broken oath. Sorasa, an outcast assassin, faces her past when it
returns with sharpened teeth. Valtik, an old sorceress, summons a
mighty power. And Corayne, a pirate's daughter with an ancient
magic in her blood, steps closer to becoming the hero she's
destined to be. Together they must assemble an army to face Queen
Erida and Taristan's wicked forces. But something deadly waits in
the shadows, something that might consume the world before there's
any hope for victory. The follow-up to the instant #1 New York
Times bestselling Realm Breaker features breathless action, deadly
twists, and gripping magic, making it perfect for fans of Garth Nix
and J. R. R. Tolkien. 'Blade Breaker is an ambitious sequel with
stellar world building. Pure fantasy heaven.' CULTUREFLY
_____________ Praise for Victoria Aveyard: 'Electrifying' GUARDIAN
'A fantasy fan's dream' Roseanne A. Brown, New York Times
bestselling author of A Song of Wraiths and Ruin 'A new classic'
Marie Lu, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Skyhunter 'A true
fantasy masterpiece' Sabaa Tahir, #1 New York Times bestselling
author
Relive the beauty and magic of Cicely Mary Barker's Flower Fairies
of the Summer. Since the publication of Cicely Mary Barker's first
book in 1923, the Flower Fairies have been ethereal companions to
readers around the world. Her charming poetry and delicate
illustrations have sparked the imaginations of children for over
ninety years and continue to inspire a lifelong love for fairies
and all things magical.
A pile of boxes has arrived... Can you guess what hides inside? Use
the clues to guess what's hiding in each box and then lift the
flaps for a surprise! This interactive book features tactile
textures and lift-the-flaps throughout. "A great book for sharing
with the youngest of readers, and for their exploration." ~ Books
for Keeps
Nelly isn't scared of monsters. In fact, she babysits for them. From
the bestselling author of the OI FROG! and DAISY books comes the third
book in this hilarious, action-packed series for fans of THE BOLDS and
BARRY LOSER.
'If monsters are real, how come I've never seen one?'
'Because they never go out.'
'Why don't monsters ever go out?'
'Because they can never get a babysitter.'
Ever swum with a Water Greep, or played hotscotch with a Hott Hed?
Every time Nelly rings on a new monster family's doorbell she's up for
a new challenge. Come on her monster-sitting adventures in this
laugh-out-loud funny third book in the NELLY THE MONSTER SITTER series.
Kes Gray is one of the Independent's top ten children's authors, and
winner of the Red House Children's Book Award.
This is a brand-new story in the Nelly the Monster Sitter series, never
before published, and illustrated by the hugely talented Chris Jevons.
Written by the winner of the 2022 Children's & YA Jhalak Prize.
The Jade Kingdom has been taken over by Daji, evil fox spirits, and
the Jade Emperor has lost his life force chi! Can Jack figure out
how to use the power of the dog zodiac before it's too late? With a
brilliant cast of troublesome animal zodiac creatures, deadly
demons and spine-tingling spirits, this series is for fans of Adam
Blade and Percy Jackson.
Instant #1 bestseller! The epic conclusion to the #1 bestselling
Miss Peregrine's Peculiar Children series by Ransom Riggs. Jacob
and his friends will face deadly enemies and race through history's
most dangerous loops in this thrilling page-turner. The Desolations
of Devil's Acre is the newest installment, and final adventure, in
the beloved Miss Peregrine's Peculiar Children series. The last
thing Jacob Portman saw before the world went dark was a terrible,
familiar face. Suddenly, he and Noor are back in the place where
everything began-his grandfather's house. Jacob doesn't know how
they escaped from V's loop to find themselves in Florida. But he
does know one thing for certain: Caul has returned. After a narrow
getaway from a blood- thirsty hollow, Jacob and Noor reunite with
Miss Peregrine and the peculiar children in Devil's Acre. The Acre
is being plagued by desolations-weather fronts of ash and blood and
bone-a terrible portent of Caul's amassing army. Risen from the
Library of Souls and more powerful than ever, Caul and his
apocalyptic agenda seem unstoppable. Only one hope remains-deliver
Noor to the meeting place of the seven prophesied ones. If they can
decipher its secret location.
This high-interest title explores the history and lore behind
churches and graveyards around the world that are reported to be
haunted. From ghosts that rise above their final resting places to
spooky paranormal occurrences inside holy places, readers will
learn about the debunked and unexplained stories. Eyewitness
accounts and historical records support the narrative style and
allow readers to evaluate evidence for themselves.
Why did Gandhi hate iodine (I, 53)? Why did the Japanese kill
Godzilla with missiles made of cadmium (Cd, 48)? How did radium
(Ra, 88) nearly ruin Marie Curie's reputation? And why did
tellurium (Te, 52) lead to the most bizarre gold rush in history?
The periodic table is a crowning scientific achievement, but it's
also a treasure trove of adventure, greed, betrayal, and obsession.
The fascinating tales in The Disappearing Spoon follow elements on
the table as they play out their parts in human history, finance,
mythology, conflict, the arts, medicine, and the lives of the
(frequently) mad scientists who discovered them. Adapted for a
middle grade audience, the young readers edition of The
Disappearing Spoon offers the material in a simple, easy-to-follow
format, with approximately 20 line drawings and sidebars
throughout. Students, teachers, and burgeoning science buffs will
love learning about the history behind the chemistry.
Ages 9 to 12 years Do you spend your time wondering and worrying
about the end of the world? Do you have a basement full of canned
food, rechargeable batteries and tin foil hats? If so, then this is
the series for you. With tips on everything from hiding supplies to
attacking your enemies, this series will guide you out the other
side of the apocalypse.|Ages 9 to 12 yearsDo you spend your time
wondering and worrying about the end of the world? Do you have a
basement full of canned food, rechargeable batteries and tin foil
hats? If so, then this is the series for you. With tips on
everything from hiding supplies to attacking your enemies, this
series will guide you out the other side of the apocalypse.
Cicely Mary Barker's Flower FairiesTM are collected together in one elegant volume containing the poems from the original books and a selection of fairy rhymes complete with illustrations.
Shortlisted for The Irish Book Awards Junior Children's Book of the
Year 2022! From the Number One bestselling author of A Hug For You
When a trio of moody monsters jeopardise the Wompie Wonder Fair and
throw the kingdom into chaos, something has to be done. And fast!
Enter Sir Adam the Brave! Join him on his quest to save the day and
find out what's making those monsters so very moody . . . _________
'A sweet and fun story which shows the importance of empathy' Irish
Examiner 'Beautiful and inspirational' Paddy Donnelly
All kinds of fairies and pixies flutter through the pages of this
delightful early years colouring book. Little children will love
the magical illustrations, and the bold, simple outlines make this
book ideal for developing pencil control skills.
Perfect for fans of Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark! A
shiver-inducing collection of short stories to read under the
covers, from a breadth of American Indian nations. Dark figures in
the night. An owl's cry on the wind. Monsters watching from the
edge of the wood. Some of the creatures in these pages might only
have a message for you, but some are the stuff of nightmares. These
thirty-two short stories -- from tales passed down for generations
to accounts that could have happened yesterday -- are collected
from the thriving tradition of ghost stories from American Indian
cultures across North America. Prepare for stories of witches and
walking dolls, hungry skeletons, La Llorona and Deer Woman, and
other supernatural beings ready to chill you to the bone. Dan
SaSuWeh Jones (Ponca Nation) tells of his own encounters and
selects his favorite spooky, eerie, surprising, and spine-tingling
stories, all paired with haunting art by Weshoyot Alvitre (Tongva).
So dim the lights (or maybe turn them all on) and pick up a
story...if you dare.
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