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"Utterly unique and movingly memorable, a wonderful story
about what happens when we take control of our own narrative, and
find ways to communicate across the gaps in language. Clever,
brilliantly written, and thought-provoking, it will stay with you."
– Sinéad O’Hart, author of The Time Tider Set in a world where
words appear physically when people speak, AWAY WITH WORDS explores
the importance of communication and being there for those we love.
Gala and her dad, Jordi, have just moved from home in Cataluña to
a town in Scotland, to live with Jordi’s boyfriend Ryan. Gala
doesn’t speak much English, and feels lost, lonely and unable to
be her usual funny self. Until she befriends Natalie, a girl with
selective mutism. The two girls find their own ways to communicate,
which includes collecting other people's discarded words. They use
the words to write anonymous supportive poems for their classmates,
but then someone begins leaving nasty messages using the same
method – and the girls are blamed. Gala has finally started
adapting to her new life in Scotland and is determined to find the
culprit. Can she and Natalie show the school who they really are?
An intriguing, thoughtful and lyrical exploration of how we express
ourselves, for fans of Katya Balen, A POCKETFUL OF STARS and Lisa
Thompson. PRAISE FOR AWAY WITH WORDS: "One of the most beautiful
explorations of language, the power of words, and communication in
general I've ever had the pleasure of reading. Brave, clever, and
innovative, Away With Words demonstrates the very best of what
children's fiction can do – it's pure, lyrical magic from start
to finish." – Zoe Markham, Netgalley “It has been fantastic to
read this novel. As someone who is a communication specialist and
spends a lot of time helping children and young people to adapt and
learn how they can better interact, this is a book that might go
some way to helping the wider world understand the challenges those
with selective mutism face and how we can better support them.â€
– Eimear Monahan, Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist "A
page-turning book about finding your place & your voice, it’s
about the power & the pain & the colour of language too. I
loved it." – Perdita Cargill, author of Diary of an Accidental
Witch "Sophie Cameron wrote another beautiful book, so full of
meaning and emotion. I adored it and I will be recommending it
non-stop." – Caleb P., librarian
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The Griffin Gate
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Vashti Hardy; Illustrated by Natalie Smillie
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For years Grace's family have been wardens of the Griffin map,
using its teleport technology to help people and fight crime across
the land of Moreland. At thirteen, Grace is too young become a
warden, but she longs to go on missions herself. After all, if her
brother Bren can do it, why can't she? So when Grace finds herself
alone with the map when a distress call comes in, she jumps at the
chance to prove she's up to the task. But the map transports Grace
to a remote village where nothing is quite as it seems. Has she
landed right in the middle of a treacherous scheme?
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Defy Me
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Tahereh Mafi
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The first in a brand-new sensationally spacey, action-packed and
adventure-filled middle grade series written by the incredible
Lorraine Gregory - perfect for fans of MG Leonard and David
Baddiel! Nothing exciting ever happens on twelve-year-old Danny's
estate. That is until he falls through a locker in his grandad's
workshop and finds himself in an Interdimensional Lost Property
Office! And - even weirder - his new boss is a giant purple squid
on a segway! Now Danny, best mate Modge and annoying cousin Inaaya
find themselves in charge of returning alien items to all corners
of the universe. But someone - or something - is determined to stop
them. And there's NOTHING these evil aliens won't stop at to
achieve complete multi-dimensional domination . . . even trapping
Danny and his friends on a planet a million light years away from
Earth. If the fate of the entire multiverse was in your hands, what
would YOU do?
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 . . .?
Book five in the OFFICIAL Minecraft fiction series for readers age
7+ Ash, Morgan, Harper, Po and Jodi are back for their fifth
adventure in the world of Minecraft. When Morgan and his friends
receive an unwelcome visit from the elusive Evoker King, they find
themselves on a quest to find a secret item hidden in the depths of
an unknown dungeon. But not is all as it seems, and they must gear
up for an epic journey rife with danger, dragons and mysterious
foes. Meanwhile, in the real world, the school play seems to be
full of its own traps and troubles. Will Morgan and the gang
finally uncover the identiy of the Evoker King? For fans of the
Minecraft game, Jumanji and Wreck it Ralph.
He can't lie, he can't harm but he can save lives William Arthur is
no ordinary teenager. He is a Swidger who can sense future
catastrophes and so change your Timepath from certain peril. Only
now he's discovering that his time-bending powers go far beyond
mere accident prevention. After a mind-boggling incident leaves him
confused and questioning his place in the world, William is rescued
by a wise and bizarre lady by the name of 'Granny'. Together they
embark on an epic journey of hilarity, danger and intrigue. Will he
learn the true nature of his gift? And can he evade the dark forces
that would use his powers for evil? All will be revealed... IN TIME
The Magical Monarch of Mo (1898) was the first full-length
children's fantasy by L. Frank Baum. Originally published as "A New
Wonderland," the book was reissued in 1903 with a new title to
capitalize on "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz."
A New York Times Bestseller
The Disney Fairies star in a magical all-new early chapter book
series for kids ages 6 to 10--The Never Girls
Kate craves adventure and excitement.
Mia loves dresses, roses, and anything beautiful.
Lainey dreams of talking to animals.
Gabby believes in fairies more than anyone.
In a blink of an eye, these four best friends all get their biggest
wish--they're whisked off to Never Land, home to Tinker Bell and
her fairy friends. The adventure of a lifetime is just beginning
But how will the Never Girls ever get home again?
A war has been raging between the dragon tribes of Pyrrhia for
years. According to a prophecy, five dragonets will end the
bloodshed and choose a new queen. But not every dragonet wants a
destiny. And when Clay, Tsunami, Glory, Starflight, and Sunny
discover the truth about their unusual, secret upbringing, they
might choose freedom over fate -- and find a way to save their
world in their own way.Discover the first five thrilling
installments in the bestselling Wings of Fire series, now in one
red-hot boxed set: The Dragonet Prophecy;The Lost Heir; The Hidden
Kingdom; The Dark Secret; and The Brightest Night.
Relive the excitement of the hit series Star Wars: The Book of Boba Fett!
Former bounty hunter Boba Fett has survived the Sarlacc pit, nursed back to health and taken in by a tribe of Tuskens on Tatooine. When the tribe is slaughtered, Boba seeks revenge, and sets himself up in Jabba the Hutt’s old palace along with his new right hand, assassin Fennec Shand. But the fight for power on Tatooine goes deeper than expected, and Boba will need help from new and old allies in order to secure his position and avenge his tribe.
It's just business. Or is it?
Genetically-modified teens try to bring down the organisation that
made them, in this second action-packed installment in the 21%
Monster series. The girl put her hands on her hips, cocked her head
and answered: 'My name is Aurora Maria Ash-Valero and I'm here to
kick your butt!" Since Darren Devlin and Marek Masters joined
forces, there has only been one thing on their minds - taking down
XSP, the secret organisation that transformed them into
genetically-modified superhumans. Even with 21% monster Darren's
incredible strength, and 19% alien Marek's super intelligence, XSP
is more than a match for them. But what if there was another
survivor of XSP's experiments? A tall, tough, athletic teen girl
able to withstand sub-zero temperatures and track potential
predators? A girl who's 17% sabre-tooth polar bear, and out for
revenge. Two's company, but Three IS UNSTOPPABLE in this
high-octane adventure, 21% Monster: Ice Giant.
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