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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,
survival tips and clever inventions, Charlie's third adventure sees
him meeting his most terrifying enemy yet - the Puppet Master - who
wants to turn every child in the world into a helpless puppet...
how on earth will Charlie escape this time? No adventure is too big
for Charlie Small!
Dive into an exciting and mysterious adventure full of fun-filled
friendships, fantastical creatures and incredible investigations by
the #1 bestselling author Marcus Rashford! Inspired by Marcus's own
experiences growing up, The Breakfast Club Adventures: The Beast
Beyond the Fence is the first fiction book by England International
footballer, child-poverty campaigner and bestselling author Marcus
Rashford MBE. Written with children's author Alex Falase-Koya it's
packed with tons of illustrations by Marta Kissi, making it the
perfect book for children aged 8-11. There's something fishy going
on at school . . . When twelve-year-old Marcus kicks his favourite
football over the school fence, he knows he's never getting it
back. Nothing that goes over that wall ever comes back. But when
Marcus gets a mysterious note inviting him to join the Breakfast
Club Investigators, he is soon pulled into an exciting adventure
with his new mates Stacey, Lise and Asim to find out what is
lurking on the other side of the fence - and get his football back!
Don't miss the Breakfast Club Investigators next adventure in The
Breakfast Club Adventures: The Ghoul in the School! Packed full of
friendship, adventure, community and fun, you won't want to miss
The Breakfast Club Adventures: The Beast Beyond the Fence, the
third title in the Marcus Rashford Book Club. 'Breakfast Club
guaranteed I had the best possible start to my day and welcomed me
with open arms. It wasn't just about food. It was about forming
friendships, about togetherness, about escape. It was where some of
my greatest memories were made. I want to capture that feeling in
my debut fiction book.' - Marcus Rashford MBE
'A vivid and gripping, superbly told historical adventure' - Sophie
Anderson, author of The House with Chicken Legs and The Girl Who
Speaks Bear on Rosie Raja: Churchill's Spy It is the autumn of
1941, and Rosie Raja is back for another action-packed and
electrifying adventure. After successfully helping her spy father
complete his mission in France, Rosie has gained quite a reputation
for herself and is determined to continue her secret agent
escapades. This time around, Rosie finds herself undercover in the
magnificent and scorching city of Cairo, officially to make sure
Egypt's amazing historical artefacts are kept safe from the
Nazis... but really to root out a traitor in the British ranks.
With the stakes higher than they've ever been, can Rosie and her
father keep each other safe? A thrilling and empowering
coming-of-age WWII adventure set in the dazzling city of Cairo
which follows an engaging, determined, Muslim heroine called Rosina
Raja. Perfect for fans of Michael Morpurgo and Emma Carroll, and
those looking for diverse historical fiction.
The next exciting adventure for Uncle Pete and TM sees them prepare
for an Arctic expedition to get Berg, the little polar bear, back
to his family. Gathering together their snow gear, they fit skis on
the plane and head north with Berg. When they arrive where the
family were last seen, the snow has melted and there is no sign of
the bears. A passing whale tells the team they have been captured
and taken off in a very sinister looking black ship. There is
excitement aplenty, with wooden squirrel helicopters, tunnels,
bears in disguises, evil animal hunters and a daring rescue. And
so, the third quest for Uncle Pete and TM begins. The third title
in the thrilling magical, fantasy adventure series for six- to
nineyear- olds. Written by award-winning writer and journalist
David C Flanagan, featuring line drawings and illustrations by Will
Hughes, with his quirky Quentin Blakelike style. This hilarious new
adventure takes Uncle Pete and his fearless female sidekick,TM, on
an incredible Arctic adventure, with themes of determination,
collaboration, ingenuity, kindness and acceptance.
Kwaaikofski verwag net een ding van skool: rus en vrede! Dit is tog die enigste plek waar ’n besige privaat speurder kan ontspan. Maar nou moet hy ondersoeke in sy eie klas doen!
Die nuwe seun in die klas is in groot moeilikheid. Die oplossing is voor die hand liggend: Kwaaikofski lok die skuldiges in ’n onweerstaanbare soet lokval!
Praise for Alex Neptune, Dragon Thief: "I loved it! A rich and
exciting story." LD Lapinski, author of The Strangeworlds Travel
Agency "A wonderfully pacy adventure full of imagination and
jeopardy." Jasbinder Bilan, author of Asha & the Spirit Bird
"Hilarious - full of humour, friendship, and mythical adventure."
Sarah Driver, author of The Huntress trilogy Join Alex Neptune, the
boy with the power of the ocean in his hands, on his second
adventure - perfect for fans of Percy Jackson and Dragon Realm!
Alex Neptune is struggling to get to grips with his new oceanic
powers...so the last thing he needs is Haven Bay being attacked by
pirates in a ship made of rubbish. The marauders are hunting for
the missing egg of the elusive water dragon - and Alex is
determined to reach it first to stop them stealing its power. Along
with friends Zoey and Anil - plus a clumsy seal, a lock-picking
hermit crab and some seriously menacing otters - Alex sets out on a
treasure hunt to a secret shipwreck where they must face three
monstrous challenges. Indiana Jones meets Pirates of the Caribbean
in this ultimate treasure-hunting, puzzle-solving ocean adventure!
Henry Bogget is an ordinary boy of just eight years old, and Henry
has a secret. A secret that has been kept for many, many years. A
secret about magic in London... In England, whenever someone
changes the world and leaves their mark on history, a little round
blue plaque is placed on the house where they once lived to make
sure they can never be forgotten. With every discovery made,
artwork painted or song written, a little trace of very powerful
magic, an enchantment, is left behind. One night, not too long ago,
Henry discovered this secret and his life changed forever. An
adventure beyond his wildest dreams was about to begin.
SOMETIMES, LOVE IS AN APOCALYPSE . . . They Both Die at the End
meets All That's Left in the World - a heartbreaking and gripping
first love story about courage, hope and holding onto love. Perfect
for anyone looking for a big emotional romance of a read. On the
morning Avery Byrne plans to end her life, the world discovers
there are only nine days left to live: an asteroid is headed for
Earth, and no one can stop it. As time runs out and secrets slowly
come to light, Avery fights her way home to save the girl she has
been in love with her whole life. But can Avery also learn to save
herself and find hope again in the tomorrows she has left? 'An
electric, urgent miracle of a book that asks what - and who - we
dare to live for. Avery's story will shatter your heart and fill it
with light again.' Kelly Quindlen, bestselling author of She Drives
Me Crazy 'A novel that carves a space in your heart and remains
there forever.' Rachael Lippincott, bestselling co-author of She
Gets the Girl and Five Feet Apart 'Devastatingly brilliant.' Leah
Johnson, bestselling author of You Should See Me in a Crown 'An
absolute life changer - and lifesaver - of a book.' Dahlia Adler,
author of Cool for the Summer 'Lush, searching, and ultimately full
of hope. I loved it.' Emily M. Danforth, bestselling and
award-winning author of The Miseducation of Cameron Post 'Achingly
tender and poignantly honest . . . This book is a marvel.' Adrienne
Tooley, author of Sweet & Bitter Magic
A special board book edition of the original, classic story introducing Thomas the Tank Engine!
This is a beautifully-illustrated story about Thomas the little blue Tank Engine, who worked really hard on The Fat Controller's railway. Every day he puffed around Sodor shunting trucks and pulling freight. But what he dreamed about was having his very own branch line …
Thomas has been teaching children lessons about life and friendship for 75 years. He ranks alongside other beloved characters such as Paddington Bear, Winnie-the-Pooh and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage.
Mieke se lewe op Mtwana Wildlife Rescue, aan die oewer van die Limpopo, is alles behalwe saai. Tussen haar pa as die plaas se veearts, Fen se ouma Maggi wat die lodge bestuur en haar eksentrieke oupa Bosjan se natuur- en lewenswysheid kry sy skaars kans om haar ma te mis.
Maar soms wel, veral noudat sy in Gr 7 is en haar tannie Sylvie ver weg is in Amsterdam. Gelukkig was Fen nog altyd daar: Haar boetie wat sy self kon kies, wat van dag een af saam met haar op 'n donkie skool toe ry.
Ahoy matey! Arrr you ready for a buccaneering pirate adventure?
Carlos and Tracker get stranded on a desert island while in search
of buried pirate treasure. It’s up to Ryder and the PAW Patrol
team to rescue them and save the day … but they’ll have to get
through Jack Scallywag’s booby traps first! Join Ryder and the
PAW Patrol pups on their quest. Pirate pups to the rescue!
The moving, funny, thrilling and adventured-filled new novel for
readers of 10 and up from bestselling author Ross Welford. When
twelve-year-olds Willa and Manny hear of a mysterious animal
prowling their town, they are determined to prove it is real.
Following the creature into a cave one full moon, they are swept
into an alternate, ideal, world - one where pollution and conflict
have been conquered decades ago and even their own families seem
happier. But when they return, no one believes them. So, with a
global war looming in their own world, their quest for proof of the
Sideways World becomes ever-more urgent, in a nail-biting race
against time. And Willa and Manny will have to make an impossible
decision: because once you find a perfect world, can you ever leave
it behind . . .?
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 …
'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.
"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...
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.
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!
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
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