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The Troublemakers (Hardcover)
Tamzin Merchant; Illustrated by Paola Escobar
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R424
R355
Discovery Miles 3 550
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Return to the spellbinding magical world of the Hatmakers in this
sweeping, epic and exciting new adventure on the high seas -
perfect for fans of Nevermoor, A Pinch of Magic and Harry Potter.
Cordelia Hatmaker has finally united the Maker families and
restored the kingdom's trust in Maker magic. But mysterious
outbreaks of chaotic magic are beginning to happen across London...
And then the unthinkable happens. Cordelia is accused of treason.
As the guards close in, she must flee London at once. With her
father Prospero, and friends Sam and Goose, Cordelia sets sail on
her family's ship, the Little Bear, for the adventure of a
lifetime. They're determined to solve the mystery of a missing
girl, and to clear Cordelia's name once and for all. But soon they
are in the dangerous territory of a band of legendary pirates: the
Troublemakers, captained by a fierce and unstoppable pirate
queen... A breathtaking new adventure from bestselling author of
The Hatmakers and The Mapmakers, Tamzin Merchant, featuring
beautiful illustrations by Paola Escobar. Praise for The Hatmakers
'Wildly inventive . . . full of laugh-out-loud humour, enchanting
magic and rebellious hope. I loved it' Catherine Doyle
'Imaginative' The Times 'An utterly charming adventure full of
wildness, wit, magic and heart' Anna James 'Absolutely wonderful'
Emma Carroll 'A swashbuckling romp for lovers of history and magic
. . . Will appeal to Philip Pullman and Harry Potter fans' Kirkus
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The Troublemakers (Paperback)
Tamzin Merchant; Illustrated by Paola Escobar
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R320
R250
Discovery Miles 2 500
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Ships in 5 - 10 working days
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Return to the spellbinding magical world of the Hatmakers in this
sweeping, epic and exciting new adventure on the high seas -
perfect for fans of Nevermoor, A Pinch of Magic and Harry Potter.
Cordelia Hatmaker has finally united the Maker families and
restored the kingdom's trust in Maker magic. But mysterious
outbreaks of chaotic magic are beginning to happen across London...
And then the unthinkable happens. Cordelia is accused of treason.
As the guards close in, she must flee London at once. With her
father Prospero, and friends Sam and Goose, Cordelia sets sail on
her family's ship, the Little Bear, for the adventure of a
lifetime. They're determined to solve the mystery of a missing
girl, and to clear Cordelia's name once and for all. But soon they
are in the dangerous territory of a band of legendary pirates: the
Troublemakers, captained by a fierce and unstoppable pirate
queen... A breathtaking new adventure from bestselling author of
The Hatmakers and The Mapmakers, Tamzin Merchant, featuring
beautiful illustrations by Paola Escobar. Praise for The Hatmakers
'Wildly inventive . . . full of laugh-out-loud humour, enchanting
magic and rebellious hope. I loved it' Catherine Doyle
'Imaginative' The Times 'An utterly charming adventure full of
wildness, wit, magic and heart' Anna James 'Absolutely wonderful'
Emma Carroll 'A swashbuckling romp for lovers of history and magic
. . . Will appeal to Philip Pullman and Harry Potter fans' Kirkus
30 years after Disney's The Little Mermaid movie was released, it's
time for a feminist reimagining for a new generation. "A
masterpiece" Marian Keyes "A fierce torrent of a book, raging and
forceful and gripping. I was swept away" Kiran Millwood Hargrave
"Her prose cuts and rages and her vision of the Sea Witch is truly
transformative" The Observer. Think you know the story of the
Little Mermaid? Think again... Deep beneath the sea, off the cold
Irish coast, Gaia is a young mermaid who dreams of freedom from her
controlling father. On her first swim to the surface, she is drawn
towards a human boy. She longs to join his carefree world, but how
much will she have to sacrifice? What will it take for the little
mermaid to find her voice? Hans Christian Andersen's original fairy
tale is reimagined through a searing feminist lens, with the
stunning, scalpel-sharp writing and world building that has won
Louise her legions of devoted fans. A book with the darkest of
undercurrents, full of rage and rallying cries: storytelling at its
most spellbinding.
An enchanting story about the magic of books and the power of imagination from debut author Anna James. Perfect for fans of The Secret Library, Inkheart, The Land of Stories, and Story Thieves.
Since her mother's disappearance, eleven-year-old Tilly Pages has found comfort in the stories at Pages & Co., her grandparents' bookshop. But when her favorite characters, Anne of Green Gables and Alice from Wonderland, start showing up at the shop,Tilly's adventures become very real. Not only can she follow Anne and Alice into their books, she discovers she can bookwander into any story she chooses. Tilly's new ability leads her to fun and exciting adventures, but danger may be lurking on the very next page...
When new secrets are uncovered, it's up to Tilly to solve the mystery of what happened to her mother all those years ago. From debut author Anna James comes a charming and exciting adventure about a bookish young heroine, a mysterious librarian, and a magical bookshop that will delight book lovers everywhere.
Anne Frank was an ordinary girl living in extraordinary times.
Forced to go into hiding to escape the Nazis' persecution of Jews
in World War II, Anne kept a diary that would become one of the
most famous books in the world. Meet one of history's most
inspiring figures in this beautifully-illustrated guide to her
amazing life. From artists to aviators and scientists to
revolutionaries, Little Guides to Great Lives is a brand new series
of small-format guides introducing children to the most
inspirational figures from history in a fun, accessible way.
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Not So Small (Hardcover)
Pat Zietlow Miller; Illustrated by Paola Escobar
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R400
R329
Discovery Miles 3 290
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All Are Welcome meets Sometimes People March in this uplifting
picture book with an empowering message: No matter your size, you
can do big things. This joyful book celebrates the many ways people
can join together to become something bigger-an unstoppable force.
Each and every one of us can use our voices to make a difference!
The lyrical text by New York Times bestselling author Pat Zietlow
Miller is brought to life with vibrant illustrations by Paola
Escobar. This stirring book will inspire readers of all ages. A
small voice can travel for miles. Showing kindness. Hope. And love.
"Love is patient, love is kind." These familiar words from the
Bible begin one of its most beloved and recognized passages. Love
Is brings the text of 1 Corinthians 13 to life through an
illustrative exploration of God's greatest gift to us. Critically
acclaimed artist Paola Escobar delivers beautiful, nature-filled
illustrations , reminding us that love is a constant positive force
in the lives of those touched by it-from beginning to end, through
good times and tough times. This beautiful, jacketed hardcover:
Will appeal to parents and grandparents of children ages 4-8 Draws
directly from the New International Reader's Version of the Holy
Bible Features stunning illustrations by award-winning artist Paola
Escobar Is perfect for gift-giving for Christmas, Valentine's Day
and birthdays Is especially giftable for anniversaries, engagements
or weddings Love Is shares imaginative, thought-provoking
depictions of the concepts found in 1 Corinthians 13, presenting
opportunities for thoughtful conversations about love,
selflessness, service, humility, honor, self control, trust, hope
and perseverance. Read this picture book aloud to someone you love
... over and over again.
The exciting companion to THE WHIZZ POP CHOCOLATE SHOP. A secret
government department, once again, needs the magical help of Oz and
Lily in a desperate new mission. Along with everyone's favourite
cantankerous cat, Demerara, her ratty companion Spike, and the help
of some powerfully magical chocolate, the children must travel back
in time to the height of the Blitz. Can they defeat some very
dangerous supernatural creatures and save London's famous cathedral
from destruction by fire?
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The Hatmakers (Paperback)
Tamzin Merchant; Illustrated by Paola Escobar
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R249
R206
Discovery Miles 2 060
Save R43 (17%)
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Ships in 9 - 15 working days
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Enter a spellbinding world in this soaring magical adventure,
perfect for fans of Nevermoor, A Pinch of Magic and Rooftoppers.
'Wildly inventive . . . full of laugh-out-loud humour, enchanting
magic and rebellious hope. I loved it' Catherine Doyle 'Imaginative
. . . entertaining, comical and breezy, and the settings are
conjured in transporting detail' The Times Cordelia comes from a
long line of magical milliners, who weave alchemy and enchantment
into every hat. In Cordelia's world, Making - crafting items such
as hats, cloaks, watches, boots and gloves from magical ingredients
- is a rare and ancient skill, and only a few special Maker
families remain. When Cordelia's father Prospero and his ship, the
Jolly Bonnet, are lost at sea during a mission to collect hat
ingredients, Cordelia is determined to find him. But Uncle Tiberius
and Aunt Ariadne have no time to help the littlest Hatmaker, for an
ancient rivalry between the Maker families is threatening to
surface. Worse, someone seems to be using Maker magic to start a
war. It's up to Cordelia to find out who, and why . . . Featuring
gorgeous black-and-white illustrations throughout by Paola Escobar.
'An utterly charming adventure full of wildness, wit, magic and
heart' Anna James 'Absolutely wonderful' Emma Carroll 'A cosy
magical adventure peppered with charming detail' The Bookseller
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Anne Frank (Hardcover)
Isabel Thomas; Illustrated by Paola Escobar
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R271
R218
Discovery Miles 2 180
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Anne Frank was an ordinary girl living in extraordinary times.
Forced to go into hiding to escape the Nazis' persecution of Jews
in World War II, Anne kept a diary that would become one of the
most famous books in the world. Meet one of history's most
inspiring figures in this beautifully-illustrated guide to her
amazing life. From artists to aviators and scientists to
revolutionaries, Little Guides to Great Lives is a brand new series
of small-format guides introducing children to the most
inspirational figures from history in a fun, accessible way.
Once upon a time a baby princess was born. The kingdom's fairies
blessed her with happiness, luck, cleverness, kindness and beauty .
. . but one wicked fairy was angry at having been left out of the
celebration and placed a wicked curse on the little princess. On
her sixteenth birthday, the princess would prick her finger and
fall into a deep sleep for a hundred years . . . until a handsome
prince would wake her with true love's kiss. A magical, updated
retelling of the classic fairy tale by award-winning author Ursula
Jones, brought to life with glorious illustrations by Paola
Escobar. A must-have for any child's library.
A National Bestseller!
"An affectionate ode to books and book lovers." --Publishers Weekly
An enchanting story about the magic of books and the power of
imagination from debut author Anna James. Perfect for fans of Inkheart,
The Land of Stories, and Story Thieves. Soon to be a major television
series!
Since her mother's disappearance, eleven-year-old Tilly Pages has found
comfort in the stories at Pages & Co., her grandparents' bookshop.
But when her favorite characters, Anne of Green Gables and Alice from
Wonderland, start showing up at the shop, Tilly's adventures become
very real. Not only can she follow Anne and Alice into their books, she
discovers she can bookwander into any story she chooses. Tilly's new
ability leads her to fun and exciting adventures, but danger may be
lurking on the very next page...
When new secrets are uncovered, it's up to Tilly to solve the mystery
of what happened to her mother all those years ago. From debut author
Anna James comes a charming and exciting adventure about a bookish
young heroine, a mysterious librarian, and a magical bookshop that will
delight book lovers everywhere.
Praise for Pages & Co.: The Bookwanderers
A Fall 2019 Kids' Indie Next List Pick!
-"A loving testament to the powerful magic of books and imagination."
--Kirkus Reviews
-"Delightful! A Joy of a book."--Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of The
Girl of Ink & Stars
-"A lovely and enchanting read, whether you're 9 years old or 49 years
old." --The Belfast Telegraph
Once upon a time a baby princess was born. The kingdom's fairies
blessed her with happiness, luck, cleverness, kindness and beauty .
. . but one wicked fairy was angry at having been left out of the
celebration and placed a wicked curse on the little princess. On
her sixteenth birthday, the princess would prick her finger and
fall into a deep sleep for a hundred years . . . until a handsome
prince would wake her with true love's kiss. A magical, updated
retelling of the classic fairy tale by award-winning author Ursula
Jones, brought to life with glorious illustrations by Paola
Escobar. A must-have for any child's library.
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