Eight more weird and wonderful stories from the inimitable Paul Jennings. Plans come undone. Zips come undone. Bullies come undone. and so will readers who try to predict the endings of these stories.

Milly-Molly-Mandy lives in a tiny village in the heart of the countryside, where life is full of everyday adventures! Join the little girl in the candy-striped dress as she enjoys her first ever visit to the seaside, goes to a concert and has a picnic with her friends – whatever Milly-Molly-Mandy and her friends are up to, you're sure to have fun when they're around.

More of Milly-Molly-Mandy contains thirteen short stories that are wonderful to read aloud and are the perfect way to introduce younger readers to the enduringly popular heroine, not forgetting her friends little-friend-Susan and Billy Blunt!

This second book in Joyce Lankester Brisley's Milly-Molly-Mandy series, which have charmed generations of children since their first publication in 1928, brings the characters to life with the authors original, iconic black and white illustrations.

A classic collection of tales for young readers of about six, featuring beloved characters and lively stories by P.L. Travers, Jill Barklem, Michael Morpurgo and others, chosen by children's book expert, Julia Eccleshare. The Banks family are searching for a nanny; Macaw the parrot helps out at the fish and chip shop and a stonecutter dreams of becoming an emperor... These classic stories are wonderful to share and enjoy with your child at any time of the year, or would make the perfect birthday gift.

The ten stories that make up this collection are raw, original, and fresh. Although they are all about American Indians, they are as different from one another as they are from anything you've read before.

A supermarket checkout line, a rowboat on a freezing lake at dawn, a drunken dance in the gym, an ice hockey game on public-access TV. These are some of the backgrounds against which ten outstanding authors have created their memorable characters. Their work -- both poignant and funny, sarcastic and serious -- reminds us that the American Indian story is far from over -- it's being written every day.

The perfect Halloween treat for all Mr Men fans.

Mr Happy is having a fancy dress Halloween party with spooky decorations, ghoulishly good treats and creepy costumes! Mr Happy is a vampire, Little Miss Magic is a witch, but who is the mysterious ghost?

Mr Men and Little Miss Celebrations introduce children to all the exciting occasions that people celebrate including birthdays, Christmas, Halloween, Easter, sporting events ... and even a trip to the moon.

These colourful adventures will delight children of two years and upwards. Bold illustrations and funny stories make Mr Men and Little Miss the perfect story time experience.

A beautifully illustrated story to celebrate the amazing man - Daddy. Daddy is every child's hero and he really isn't afraid of anything - certainly not Bottom-Biting Bog Monsters that are trapped in the toilet, Ghastly Gawping Giants that stare through the window, or things that go bump in the night! Dramatic and powerful illustrations strengthen the image of Daddy's bravery in the face of frightening and grotesque creatures, however perhaps there is one thing he is afraid of . . . a real page turner to share with Daddy as the child finds out. Packed with funny text with delightful ink and watercolour illustrations, M.P. Robertson has created a fabulous book for any child to share with their father.

A beautiful softback picture book about a little boy who has to save all the dragons from a wicked ice wizard. This fantasy book focuses on themes of bravery, kindness and making friends.In this wonderful story, a boy called George goes on a mystical journey as he makes friends with a dragon, and then goes on a mission to foil the plan of the ice wizard to rid the land of all the dragons. With time running out, will George be able to save all the dragon eggs before the wizard snatches them all into his icy clutches?Fabulous ink and watercolour illustrations make for a gripping tale for reading alone or sharing with others. This book has great text for looking for sentence openers and wow words, appealing to children and parents alike.Guide age range: 6-12 years.Made with paper & love, from you to me.Why we love itWe love the dragon illustrations which are so detailed and link so well with the mystical story. A great read, particularly at bedtime.*Portrait 29.0 x 23.4cm*Written and illustrated by M. P. Robertson*28 pages of 140gsm uncoated, FSC paper*Softback book*Matt colour cover and colour internal pages*Ethically produced from sustainably sourced materials*Designed and published in the UK

Reassure your child that your recently departed family pet will live a happy life of endless food and play. In vibrant illustrations and melodic, rhyming text, the author depicts whimsical "angel-dogs" who await their human friends. This nondenominational picture book helps kids share their feelings and reminisce about lost family friends.

Everyone in her family loves to ski, except Sally. Will Sally ever fit in or will she find her own way to shine on the slopes?

Edited by National Book Award finalist Ibi Zoboi, Black Enough is an essential collection of captivating stories about what it’s like to be young and black.

“A powerful collection that opens the reader’s eyes to the breadth and diversity of contemporary experience in America” June Sarpong, author of DIVERSIFY

Black is male, Black is female, Black is straight, Black is gay, Black is urban, Black is rural, Black is rich. And poor. Black is mixed-race, Black is immigrants, Black is more.

There are countless ways to be BLACK ENOUGH.

Featuring some of the most acclaimed bestselling American black authors writing for teens today, Black Enough is an essential collection of captivating stories about what it’s like to be young and black. Whether you are in America, the UK, or anywhere across the globe, this powerful collection of stories will remind you of our shared humanity.

Roar, ribbit, squeak, snore! Children will love imitating the noises made by creatures in the wild, from lions to dolphins to koalas and more.

Illustrated with charming photographs, these sturdy pages showcase wild animals and the sounds they make with simple facts and lively, age-appropriate language to keep babies and toddlers–and their grown-ups–fascinated by every colourful page.

Designed to be the steppingstone to the best-selling National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book series, the Little Kids First Board Book series takes similar subjects and distils them down to the simplest non-fiction concepts for the youngest audience. Not only will readers learn the sounds wild animals make, they can also find recurring shapes and patterns in the art, while adults can keep their eyes open for occasional funny commentary from the animals. Sidebar text offers additional learning for older siblings or those ready for more complex information. With their square shape, bright and playful design, amazing photography, clear text, and cues to encourage interactive learning, the Little Kids First Board Books mirror the beloved First Big Books while taking a fresh new approach to excite a baby's sense of wonder and make learning about nature and science fun.

Meet fairies, witches and giants in this selection of 30 magical short stories by the world's best-loved storyteller. Perfect for children aged 5 and up!

From to goblin games to never-ending wishes, there's mischief afoot in these fun-filled short stories by Enid Blyton! Who will be on the receiving end of a trick, and who will win out with a treat?

Ideal for younger children being read to and for newly confident readers to enjoy independently, each story stands alone and is the perfect length for reading at bedtime or in the classroom.

Enid Blyton remains one of Britain's favourite children's authors and her bumper short story collections are the perfect way to introduce her work to a new generation of readers.

Read all of these bestselling short story collections by Enid Blyton:

• Animal Stories
• Springtime Stories
• Summer Stories
• Holiday Stories
• Summer Holiday Stories
• Summertime Stories
• Summer Adventure Stories
• Stories of Wizards and Witches
• Stories of Magic and Mischief
• Christmas Stories
• Christmas Tales
• Christmas Treats
• Winter Stories

Master storyteller Neil Gaiman presents a breathtaking collection of tales for younger readers that may chill or amuse, but that always embrace the unexpected: Humpty Dumpty's sister hires a private detective to investigate her brother's death. A teenage boy who has trouble talking to girls finds himself at a rather unusual party. A boy raised in a graveyard makes a discovery, and confronts the much more troubling world of the living.

These four short stories are now available in one beautiful paperback edition and include an exclusive sneak peek at Lauren Oliver's brand new novel Replica - coming soon! All the stories expand upon and enrich the Delirium world, illuminating events and characters through different perspectives. HANA adds nuance to the life-changing summer before best friends Lena and Hana are to be cured - a moment when the girls' paths diverge and their futures are altered forever. ANNABEL untangles the mysteries surrounding Lena's mother, detailing her journey from teenage runaway to prisoner of the state. RAVEN crackles with the intensity of its title character, the fierce leader of a rebel group in the Wilds who plays an integral role in the resistance. And ALEX explains what happened to Lena's first love after the events of DELIRIUM, as well as the dark past that he has tried to forget.

A leprechaun is sighted in small-town New Hampshire. A city boy becomes a hero in prehistoric Sweden. An elf prince tries to reward a girl who wishes he'd just leave her alone. In these and other delightful stories, magical adventure appears in the most unexpected places!

Instead of Three Wishes is a captivating collection of witty and sparkling fantasy stories from the Newbery Honor author of The Thief.

Ages 10+

On every street there is a story. Roll up, roll up for a circus adventure in Edwardian Yarmouth, merry-go-race through King's Lynn history with fabulous fairground animals, get swept back in time with the marvellous mice of Wymondham, meet the magical medieval dragon of Norwich and the musical Owl of Holt, discover the magnificent street procession of a Tudor Queen and get ready to be bedazzled by the delightful dancer of a Georgian theatre. Inspired by collections at Norfolk Heritage Centre and the history of Norfolk streets, this book consists of imaginative short stories where love and friendship take centre stage.

Is it really possible to invent a machine that does the job of a writer? What is it about the landlady's house that makes it so hard for her guests to leave? Does Sir Basil Turton value most his wife or one of his priceless sculptures? These compelling tales are a perfect introduction to the adult writing of a storytelling genius.

A magical collection of stories perfect for bedtime reading Here are eight gloriously imaginative stories for eight satisfying sessions of bedtime reading. There's a flying apple pie, a cat that's bigger than an elephant, a house that lays an egg, storybook animals that leap out of their books a night, and a wealth of other wonderful characters and ideas, all with the colorful, dreamlike quality of the very best fairy tales. Joan Aiken's delicious prose is a joy to read aloud to very young listerner yet simple enough for the independent reader to savor on his or her own. Kevin Hawkes's illustrations--nearly 60 of them--capture with great flair and fun the magical adventures and the triumph of the good over the bad.

Stunning photos of whales, dolphins, sharks, octopuses, clown fish, and other appealing sea animals introduce the very youngest explorers to the wonders of Earth's ocean, from its depths to its shores.

These sturdy pages showcase ocean life with amazing photographs, simple facts, and lively, age-appropriate language to keep babies and toddlers–and their grown-ups–fascinated by every colourful page.

Designed to be the steppingstone to the best-selling National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book series, the Little Kids First Board Book series takes similar subjects and distils them down to the simplest non-fiction concepts for the youngest audience. Not only will readers learn about the ocean and its creatures, they can also find recurring shapes and patterns in the design. Occasional callouts add humour for adults, and sidebar text offers additional learning for older siblings or those ready for more complex information. With their square shape, bright and playful design, amazing photography, clear text, and cues to encourage interactive learning, the Little Kids First Board Books mirror the beloved First Big Books while taking a fresh new approach to excite a baby's sense of wonder and make learning about nature and science fun.

Selected works of humour and criticism by a revered American master.

Beloved by millions, Mark Twain is the quintessential American writer. More than anyone else, his blend of scepticism, caustic wit and sharp prose defines a certain American mythos. While his novel The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is still taught to anyone who attends school and is considered by many to be the Great American Novel, Twain's shorter stories and criticisms have unequalled style and bite.
In a review that's less than kind to the writing of James Fenimore Cooper, Twain writes: "Every time a Cooper person is in peril, and absolute silence is worth four dollars a minute, he is sure to step on a dry twig. There may be a hundred handier things to step on, but that wouldn't satisfy Cooper. Cooper requires him to turn out and find a dry twig; and if he can't do it, go and borrow one." It's difficult to imagine anyone else writing in quite this style, which is why Twain's legacy only continues to grow.

Amabali asithandathu asekuqaleni kule ncwadi aphumelela imbasa yamabali amafutshane esiXhosa ngowe-1971 kukhuphiswano olwaluququzelelwe liSebe lezeMfundo. Yincwadi yamabali amafutshane abantu, ukufa ngobomi. The first six stories in this anthology won DET awards in 1971. ?The stories cover a variety of themes including people and life in general.

Delight in the magic of Christmas with this heart-warming collection of 25 classic tales from the world's best-loved storyteller - the perfect Christmas gift for children aged 5 and up! This hugely popular short story collection, first published in 2014, is back with a shiny new gold cover... In this classic collection there's mystery and mischief, the joy of shared times and plenty of scrumptious food, so curl up by the fire and get ready for a Christmas treat! These fun, entertaining stories are ideal for newly confident readers and are the perfect length for reading aloud at bedtime or in the classroom. Enid Blyton remains one of Britain's favourite children's authors and her bumper short story collections are perfect for introducing her work to the latest generation of readers. The collection contains: The Lost Presents Santa Claus Gets a Shock A Week Before Christmas; The Christmas Tree Aeroplane Good Gracious, Santa Claus! The Tiny Christmas Tree What Happened on Christmas Eve The Little Reindeer Bell The Very Full Stocking In Santa Claus's Castle What They Did at Miss Brown's School Santa Claus Gets Busy The Christmas Tree Fairy The Little Christmas Tree A Family Christmas -Christmas Holidays A Family Christmas - Bringing Home the Holly; A Family Christmas -The Curious Mistletoe A Family Christmas - Balder the Bright and Beautiful A Family Christmas - The Christmas Tree A Family Christmas - A Christmassy Afternoon A Family Christmas -Bringing in the Yule Log A Family Christmas -Christmas Carols A Family Christmas -A Visitor in the Night A Family Christmas -The Story of Santa Claus A Family Christmas -Christmas Day And don't miss these other Enid Blyton short story collections: Animal Stories Summer Adventure Stories Tales of Tricks and Treats *** Enid Blyton (R) and Enid Blyton's signature are Registered Trademarks of Hodder and Stoughton Limited. No trademark or copyrighted material may be reproduced without the express written permission of the trademark and copyright owner.

A wonderful retelling of the Princess and the Pea with your favourite Mr Men and Little Miss! When poor Little Miss Princess gets caught in a storm and her coach is stuck in the mud, she is very pleased to see the lights of a house in the distance. Unfortunately the house belongs to Mr Snooty, one of the rudest men in the world, and he's not at all convinced that Little Miss Princess is really a princess. Will Little Miss Princess be able to prove that she is indeed a princess? Perhaps the only way to prove it once and for all will be the famous pea under the mattresses. The Mr Men and Little Miss Magic series takes kids on a series of sparkling adventures where they meet some extraordinary characters including a dragon, an ogre, a mermaid, a princess, a fairy, pirates and many others. These colourful adventures will delight children of two years and upwards. Bold illustrations and funny stories make Mr Men and Little Miss the perfect story time experience.