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Hilda can never sit still for long without setting off on another
adventure. She can't resist exploring her enchanting worlda place
where trolls walk, crows speak, and mountains move. The magic and
folklore of the wild, windswept North come alive in this book about
an adventurous little girl and her habit of befriending anything,
no matter how curious it might seem. While on an expedition to
illustrate the magical creatures of the mountains around her home,
Hilda spots a mountain troll. As the blue-haired explorer sits and
sketches, she slowly starts to nod off. By the time she wakes up,
the troll has totally disappeared and, even worse, Hilda is lost in
a snowstorm. On her way home, Hilda befriends a lonely wooden man,
and narrowly avoids getting squashed by a lost giant. This brand
new paperback edition of Hilda and the Troll offers a fresh chance
to read the very first outing in Luke Pearson's ever-popular series
of magical Hilda adventures. This brand new paperback edition
offers a fresh chance to read the first outing of Luke Pearson's
magical Hilda adventures.
The Muddy Cuddle is an illustrated book for children in the age
range of 4 - 7 years old. The story is 137 words long and mostly
written in rhyme. It tells the tale of a little girl who loves to
jump a puddle. She also loves her new dress. She gets herself in a
muddle and a mess.
A beautiful and faithful graphic novel adaptation of Richard Adams’s beloved story of a group of rabbits on an epic journey in search of home.
Watership Down is a classic tale of survival, hope, courage, and friendship that has delighted and inspired readers around the world for more than fifty years.
Masterfully adapted by award-winning author James Sturm and gorgeously illustrated by bestselling artist Joe Sutphin, this spectacular graphic novel will delight old fans and inspire new ones, bringing the joy of Watership Down to a new generation of readers.
A thrilling graphic novel adaptation of Lauren Tarshis's
bestselling I Survived the Shark Attacks of 1916, with text adapted
by Georgia Ball and art by Haus Studio! Chet Roscow is finally
feeling at home in his uncle's little New Jersey town. He has three
new friends, and they love cooling off in the creek on hot summer
days. But then comes shocking news: A massive shark has been
attacking swimmers in the ocean along the Jersey Shore, not far
from where Chet is staying. Fear is in the air. So when Chet spots
a gray fin in the creek, he's sure it's his imagination running
wild. It's impossible he's about to come face-to-face with a killer
shark... right? Based on the real life events of the Jersey Shore
shark attacks of 1916, this graphic novel brings Lauren Tarshis's
New York Times bestselling I Survived series to vivid life. Perfect
for readers who prefer the graphic novel format, or for existing
fans of the I Survived chapter book series, these graphic novels
combine historical facts with high-action storytelling that's sure
to keep any reader turning the pages. Includes a nonfiction section
at the back with historical photos and facts about the real-life
shark attacks.
It Might Be an Apple is a boisterous, philosophical shaggy dog
story for young children - and probably a few adults. The story
follows a child's hilarious, wildly inventive train of thought
through all the things an apple might be if it is not, in fact, an
apple. Distrusting the apple's convincing appearance, the child's
imagination spirals upwards and outwards into a madcap fantasy
world - maybe it's a star from outer space with tiny aliens on
board? Perhaps it wants a cool hairstyle? Does it feel scared, or
snore at night? Children can see what all these crazy, funny things
might look like. This book is not only huge fun, but it also
encourages a questioning, challenging approach to the world around
us.
A collection of short stories based on personal experience, funny
and often thought provoking. The characters are based on children,
teachers and parents that the author has met when a teacher or as a
child himself. Some characters appear in each story, particularly
Sam Peevis who is that boy known in every classroom for his cheeky
naughtiness. Meet Guy, James, Tony, Tracy, Mr Mizen and a boy who
never speaks. Have you ever tried cramming greasy, cold lamb and
white sauce in your pocket? Ted Mason was a teacher for many years
before working in China as an education adviser. He draws on his
experiences to describe real situations in a sympathetic and
amusing style. He has also written a book about his work and life
in Shanxi, China. The illustrations are water-colours by FeiYue, a
Chinese artist and designer in Beijing, reflecting a mix of Chinese
and Western styles.
All of the grapes in the vineyard were very excited as it was the
time of the harvest. But the most excited grape was Little Gordon
Grape... Little Gordon Grape takes your child on an exciting
journey in his life of ups and downs but shows that there is always
someone special watching over them and showing them that they are
very special too.
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Assignment
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Skeleton Key Graphic Novel
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Anthony Horowitz, Antony Johnston; Illustrated by Kanako & Yuzuru Yuzuru
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A stylish new edition of the acclaimed graphic novel adaptation of
Alex Rider's third thrilling mission. The hazy days of Wimbledon
are the unlikely first link in a terrifying chain of events. Alex
Rider, reluctant teenage spy, is forced into hiding after his recce
mission as a ballboy makes him a target for a murderous Chinese
gang. Sent to the island Skeleton Key, Alex is thrown into further
danger as from there, General Sarov - an insane Russian - has plans
to destroy the world. Alone, with just a handful of gadgets, Alex
must outwit Sarov as the seconds tick away...
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A Shadow
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Gitte Tamar; Illustrated by Gitte Tamar
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A highly original interpretation of the Bible that is an ideal tool
for reaching and engaging young people with the Bible and the
message of the Gospel. Illustrated and written in a dynamic
graphic-novel style by illustrator Jeff Anderson, best known for
his work on the Judge Dredd comic series, and author by Mike
Maddox. Remaining true to the story of the Bible, The Lion Graphic
Bible is a comprehensive retelling of the Old and New Testament,
truly capturing the emotions and characters within the stories and
making them engrossing. The Bible is a unique narrative of origins
and cosmic powers; of the ageless battle between good and evil; of
human potential and human treachery - the very stuff that graphic
novels are made of. Successfully published for over 40 years,
refreshed with new covers to reach the next generation of readers.
Available in hardback and paperback versions.
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My Mom the Fairy
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Misty Black; Illustrated by Fx And Color Studio; Designed by Katie Weaver
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The Mango Tree
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Brooke Smith; Illustrated by Tania Gomes
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In this modern reimagining of Anne of Green Gables, effervescent
extrovert Dan Stewart-Álvarez is surprised to find home and community
in rural Tennessee.
Despite a life on the road with his free-spirited mother,
fifteen-year-old Dan Stewart-Álvarez has always wanted to settle down.
He just didn’t think it’d be like this: with his mother abandoning him
in rural Tennessee with two strangers—his gentle grandmother and
conservative, rough-around-the-edges grandfather. Here, he is forced to
adjust to working the farm, entering high school, and hardest
yet—reckoning with his queerness in a severe Southern Baptist community.
But even as Dan grows closer to his mawmaw, befriends fellow outsiders
at school, and tries to make a new life for himself in Green Gables, he
has to discover whether he can contend with intolerance and adapt to
change without losing himself in the process.
From award-winning author Rey Terciero and Eisner Award nominee and
illustrator Claudia Aguirre comes a new retelling of Anne of Green
Gables about unconventional families, queer identity, and finding the
meaning of home in the most unlikely of places.
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