the crocodile who didn
The Crocodile Who Didn
The Crocodile Who Didn t Like Water is a funny, unique and uplifting story about family, acceptance and unconditional love, from award-winning creator Gemma Merino.Everybody knows that crocodiles love water, but this little crocodile is different. He doesnâ ™t like water at all. In fact, he prefers climbing trees! But it can be lonely when youâ ™re the odd one out, so the little crocodile tries his best to change. But being wet isnâ ™t for everyone â “ and a shiver soon becomes a cold and the cold becomes a sneeze, a surprisingly HOT sneezeâ ¦ Could it be that this little crocodile isnâ ™t a crocodile at all? He might just be a DRAGON!
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The Duck with No Luck - Gemma Merino
What s a fed-up duck who feels all out of luck supposed to do? Go and ask a wise owl for help, of course! But watch out for the hungry Fox . . .From the award-winning Gemma Merino, author of the The Crocodile Who Didn t Like Water, The Duck With No Luck is a funny, uplifting and reassuring tale about how to tackle the ups and downs of life, take a more positive look at things and appreciate all you have.After a particularly unlucky moment, Duck has had enough! Heading off to ask Wise Owl why he s so unlucky, he comes across a lonely Swan, a hungry Fox and a bare tree, all looking for answers of their own. Will Wise Owl s advice help Duck to find his luck after all? And has he just been looking in the wrong place all along?
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The Crocodile Who Came for Dinner - Steve Smallman
The third instalment in the wonderful The Lamb Who Came for Dinner series from best-selling author, Steve Smallman (Poo in the Zoo, Monkey With a Bright Blue Bottom, Bear s Big Bottom) and beautifully illustrated by Joëlle Dreidemy.Hotpot and Wolf have found an egg. A CROCODILE egg! Hotpot LOVES the crocodile, Omelette, and wants to snuggle and cuddle him. The other woodland animals aren t sure this is a good idea ⠓ surely CROCODILES are fearsome and ferocious beasts?! But when an emergency arises, and it s down to Omelette to save the day, will everyone change their mind? This heartwarming story about finding friends in unexpected places and challenging stereotypes is ideal for existing fans of Hotpot and Wolf s stories and readers of The Crocodile Who Didn t Like Water, Lost and Found, Weirdo and The Way Home for Wolf.
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The Man Who Didn
I absolutely loved this book and didn t want it to end Liane Moriarty, author of Big Little Lies and Nine Perfect Strangers The Man Who Didn t Call by Rosie Walsh is the perfect novel for anyone who s ever waited for a phone call that didn t come. Imagine you meet a man, spend seven glorious days together, and fall in love. And it s mutual: you ve never been so certain of anything. So when he leaves for a long-booked holiday and promises to call from the airport, you have no cause to doubt him. But he doesn t call. Your friends tell you to forget him, but you know they re wrong: something must have happened; there must be a reason for his silence. What do you do when you finally discover you re right? That there is a reason - and that reason is the one thing you didn t share with each other? The truth.
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The Duck Who Didn
‘A wonderful, tender evocation of friendship and how its power can help you overcome your worst fears. A pure splash of joy.’ The Daily MailShortlisted for Oscar #39;s Book Prize 2022Duck is not like other ducks. Duck doesn’t like water and is perfectly fine alone, thank you very much. But then, one dark and stormy night, an outgoing, water-loving, and very lost Frog turns up at Duck’s door. Can this odd couple find Frog’s home? And will they find friendship along the way?This endearing, gorgeously illustrated tale marks the author-illustrator debut for Steve Small, illustrator of the highly acclaimed, I’m Sticking with You by Smriti Halls (shortlisted for Oscar #39;s Book Prize 2021 and for Children #39;s Illustrated Book of the Year at the British Book Awards 2021).‘A beautiful book, with a zen-like balance, and full of light and drama, too.’ Benji Davies, creator of The Storm Whale
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The Man Who Didn
Four men were due to fly to Dublin. When disaster struck and the plane went down over the Irish sea, only three of them were on board. With the identities of the flyers scattered to the winds, the police turn to the patchy account of the Wade family, whose memory of their past few days must hold the key to this elusive and tense mystery.
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The Duck Who Didn
Duck is not like other ducks. Duck doesn’t like water and is perfectly fine alone, thank you very much.But then, one dark and stormy night, an outgoing, water-loving, and very lost Frog turns up at Duck’s door. Can this odd couple find Frog’s home? And will they find friendship along the way? This endearing, gorgeously illustrated tale marked the author-illustrator debut for Steve Small, illustrator of the highly acclaimed, I’m Sticking with You and is now available in this board book edition.
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The Man Who Didn
When an English expat is brutally murdered, his charred corpse left on a Loire Valley hillside, the police turn to juge dâ ™instruction Matthieu Lombard to find the perpetrator.
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The Boy Who Didn
A story of survival - and of enduring hope in the face of unspeakablehardship - on an extraordinary journey, made by Peter, a boyof five, through war-torn Europe in 1944 and 45. Peter soon realisesthat this new adventure is really a nightmare, watching bombsfalling from the blue sky outside Vienna, and learning maths fromhis mother in Belsen.
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The Seven Imperfect Rules of Elvira Carr - Frances Maynard
Funny, heart-warming and ultimately triumphant, The Seven Imperfect Rules of Elvira Carr by Frances Maynard is a story for anyone who doesnâ ™t quite fit in â “ and for everyone who chooses not to. Perfect for fans of Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine. Wonderful â “ Rosie Walsh, author of The Man Who Didn t Call.Elvira Carr is twenty-seven, neuro-atypical, and has never lived alone. But her father â “ who she suspects was in the secret service â “ is dead, and when her mother has a stroke and is taken into care, Elvira suddenly finds herself home alone. In order to cope, Elvira â “ who knows a lot about biscuits and supermarkets, but not much about life â “ develops Seven Rules for interacting with others. Not even her rules can help her, however, when sheâ ™s faced with solving a mystery she didnâ ™t know existed . . . Big-hearted and charming â “ James Hannah, author of The A to Z of You and Me.
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The Selfish Crocodile Anniversary Edition: A Timeless Tale of Friendship and Kindness! - Faustin Charles
Every morning a very large and very snappy crocodile shouts this selfish message: â ˜Stay away from my river! Itâ ™s MY river! If you come in my river, Iâ ™ll eat you all!â ™ The animals in the forest donâ ™t know what to do. They are frightened of the crocodile. Even the fish, tadpoles, frogs, crabs and crayfish stay out of the water. Until one day the creatures are woken by a loud groaning sound which turns out to be the selfish crocodile in a lot of pain, and the smallest of them all, a little mouse, finds a way to solve their snappy dilemma! Celebrate 20 years of the classic The Selfish Crocodile with this anniversary edition! Astoundingly bright, bold illustrations bring to life all the wonderful creatures of the forest in a rainbow of colours.
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The Maid and the Crocodile - Jordan Ifueko
A romantic standalone fantasy set in the world of Raybearer, from New York Times bestselling author Jordan IfuekoTHE SMALLEST SPARK CAN BIND TWO HEARTS . . . OR START A REVOLUTION. In the magic-soaked capital city of Oluwan, Small Sade needs a job - preferably as a maid, with employers who don #39;t mind her unique appearance and unlucky foot. But before she can be hired, she accidentally binds herself to a powerful being known only as the Crocodile, a god rumoured to devour pretty girls. Small Sade entrances the Crocodile with her secret: she is a Curse Eater, gifted with the ability to alter people #39;s fates by cleaning their houses. The handsome god warns that their fates are bound, but Small Sade evades him, launching herself into a new career as the Curse Eater of a swanky inn. She is determined to impress the wealthy inhabitants and earn her place in Oluwan City . . . assuming her secret-filled past - and the revolutionary ambitions of the Crocodile - don #39;t catch up with her. But maybe there is more to Small Sade. And maybe everyone in Oluwan City deserves more too - from the maids all the way to the Anointed Ones.
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The Tooth Fairy and the Crocodile - Julia Donaldsonová
Go on a magical adventure into the jungle with the tooth fairy â “ the perfect gift for any child with a wobbly tooth!From the bestselling picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks comes The Tooth Fairy and the Crocodile.Ruth Mary the tooth fairy is used to collecting teeth from under the pillows of sleeping children, not animals. But when the Fairy Queen sends her off to the jungle, Ruth Mary doesn t mind. Everything goes well until she collects the tooth of a crocodile, who wakes up and decides that Ruth Mary looks like a tasty snack . . . and with her wings not working, how will the tooth fairy escape?A brilliantly illustrated story from the creators of the What the Ladybird Heard series.
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Tooth Fairy and the Crocodile - Julianne Donaldsonová
From the bestselling picture book partnership, Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks, comes The Tooth Fairy and the Crocodile, a fun-filled toothsome adventure of the bravest and most loveable tooth fairy around!When Ruth Mary the tooth fairy is reassigned from collecting children s teeth to jungle animals teeth, Ruth Mary is up for the new challenge! All is going well, until she meets a less-than-friendly crocodile, who wakes up and decides Ruth Mary looks like a tasty snack . . . Has Ruth Mary maybe bitten off more than she can chew? But with the help of new friends and a clever trap, Ruth Mary may just escape yet!A brilliantly illustrated story from the creators of the What the Ladybird Heard series, which have sold over four million copies worldwide – perfect for any child with a wobbly tooth!
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The Crocodile - Maurizio de Giovanni
Transferred to Naples after a tangle with the Sicilian Mafia, Detective Inspector Giuseppe Lojacono feels that he s marking time, waiting out an awkward scandal.But when the bloodied bodies of teenagers start appearing around the city, victims of a strange and sinister killer whom police and locals take to calling The Crocodile, it soon becomes clear to Lojacono that the killings are more than simple Mafia hits, and that the labyrinthine streets of Naples are more deadly than he d dared imagine.Can he catch the assassin in time to save the city s innocents?A bestseller in Italy, The Crocodile is a dark, bloody story of murder and revenge that will grip and thrill you.
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Kay´s Incredible Inventions: A fascinating and fantastically funny guide to inventions that changed the world (and some that definitely didn´t) - Adam
Do you ever wonder where the stuff around you all came from? No, not from eBay. I mean, who had the amazing idea of making a mobile phone or the annoying idea of building a school? For example, did you know that Velcro was invented by a dog and WiFi by a movie star? (Spoiler alert - it wasnâ ™t Zendaya.)In the fourth laugh-out-loud book from Adam Kay and Henry Paker, youâ ™ll learn all about the coolest, grossest and most ridiculous inventions in the world. Youâ ™ll meet the queen who used the first ever toilet, learn why margarine used to be full of maggots and find out why Ancient Greeks wiped their bums on dinner plates. Oh, and hopefully some slightly more useful facts as wellâ ¦An A to Kay to Z of the random, ridiculous and revolutionary inventions that changed our lives. (And some that definitely didn t . . .)Praise for Kay s Anatomy: An enjoyably gross look at the human body. Hours of gruesome fun guaranteed i Like listening to a teacher who makes pupils fall about Sunday Times Totally brilliant! Jacqueline Wilson Fun and informative Malorie Blackman Very funny - this exciting book is bound to inspire the next generation of medics Sunday ExpressPraise for Kay s Marvellous Medicine: A ridiculously funny read that will delight, gross out and educate all at the same time Independent Educational and entertaining. It should be on the national curriculum! Harry Hill Completely marvellous and very funny BookTrust
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Crocodile, Crocodile, What Sharp Teeth You Have! - Campbell Books
Play along with an crocodile as it crawls, swims and snaps in this amazing pop-up book!Learn all about a crocodile in Crocodile, Crocodile, What Sharp Teeth You Have!, a this playful pop-up book that also encourages pretend play.With five pop-ups and vibrant illustrations by Malgorzata Detner to bring the crocodile to life, this book is perfect for encouraging pretend play with your young child while teaching them fun animal facts.Discover more pop-up books in the Peep and Pop series:Tiger, Tiger, What Stripy Fur You Have!Monkey, Monkey, What A Curly Tail You Have!Elephant, Elephant, What Big Ears You Have!
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The Armadillo Who Came for Dinner - Steve Smallman
The sixth book in the internationally bestselling The Lamb Who Came for Dinner series, written by the inimitable Steve Smallman (Poo in the Zoo, The Eyebrows of Doom, The Monkey with the Bright Blue Bottom) and illustrated with warmth by Joëlle Dreidemy. One day, Dizzy the armadillo lands in Hotpot s picnic with a THUMP! Do you need a hug? wonders Hotpot. But Dizzy is a tough armadillo, and he definitely does not need a comforting hug. Yet, when disaster strikes at the Fun Fair, the embrace of a friend could be just what this tough armadillo needs. This heartwarming story encourages readers to challenge stereotypes and look beyond the surface. In The Armadillo Who Came for Dinner we see that someone who might look tough on the outside can be soft, and more vulnerable, on the inside. Existing fans of The Lamb Who Came for Dinner series, and readers of The Lion Inside by Rachel Bright and Jim Field, Weirdo by Zadie Smith, Nick Laird, and Magenta Fox, and The Duck Who Didn t Like Water by Steve Small, will love the adorable addition of Dizzy into Hotpot s comforting woodland world. Also available: The Lamb Who Came for Dinner, The Wolves Who Came for Dinner, The Crocodile Who Came for Dinner, The Tiger Who Came for Dinner, The Duck Who Came for Dinner, The Elephant Who Came for Dinner
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The Sheep Who Came for Dinner - Steve Smallman
The eighth book in the internationally bestselling The Lamb Who Came for Dinner series, written by the inimitable Steve Smallman (Poo in the Zoo, The Eyebrows of Doom, The Monkey with the Bright Blue Bottom) and illustrated with warmth by Joëlle Dreidemy. When a flock of sheep arrive in the woods, they can t believe Hotpot lives all alone with a wolf. And a crocodile! How can a hungry wolf look after a cute, cuddly lamb? But when Hotpot and the flock of sheep get caught in a dangerous situation, it s Wolf who comes to the rescue, and the sheep soon learn that true family is about much more than appearances. This is a heartwarming story that celebrates the idea that non-traditional families can make the happiest of homes. Existing fans of The Lamb Who Came for Dinner series, and readers of The Lion Inside by Rachel Bright and Jim Field, Weirdo by Zadie Smith, Nick Laird, and Magenta Fox, and The Duck Who Didn t Like Water by Steve Small, will love this latest addition to the Hotpot world. Also available:The Lamb Who Came for Dinner, The Wolves Who Came for Dinner, The Crocodile Who Came for Dinner, The Tiger Who Came for Dinner, The Duck Who Came for Dinner, The Armadillo Who Came for Dinner, The Elephant Who Came for Dinner
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The Elephant Who Came for Dinner - Steve Smallman
Hotpot, Wolf and Omelette are back in the seventh book in the internationally bestselling The Lamb Who Came for Dinner series, written by the inimitable Steve Smallman (Poo in the Zoo, The Eyebrows of Doom, The Monkey with the Bright Blue Bottom) and illustrated with warmth by Joëlle Dreidemy. One starry night, the woods are filled with enchanting songs and beautiful sculptures. Whoever could have made them? Badger thinks he has all the answers: it HAS to be a spotty wood-warbler. So, Wolf, Hotpot and Omelette venture deeper into the woods with Badger to try to find the mystery singing-sculptor. But, soon enough, it becomes clear that things aren t as they seem, and the friends can t always trust a know-it-all Badger. In The Elephant Who Came for Dinner, facts that are stated with confidence turn out to be false, gently introducing young readers to the importance of interrogating the information we are told. Fans of The Lion Inside by Rachel Bright and Jim Field, Weirdo by Zadie Smith, Nick Laird, and Magenta Fox, and The Pirates Are Coming! by John Condon and Matt Hunt, will love this latest addition to The Lamb Who Came for Dinner series. Also available:The Lamb Who Came for Dinner, The Wolves Who Came for Dinner, The Crocodile Who Came for Dinner, The Tiger Who Came for Dinner, The Duck Who Came for Dinner, The Armadillo Who Came for Dinner, The Sheep Who Came for Dinner
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The Cat Who Wanted to Go Home - Jill Tomlinson
The classic story about a cat in danger of using up all of her nine lives from the author of The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark.Suzy is a little striped cat, who lives in a French seaside village with a fisherman and his four sons. Like all cats, Suzy is very inquisitive, which causes problems when she climbs into the basket of a hot air balloon â “ and is carried off over the channel to England! How will she ever get back to France? It won t be easy, but Suzy refuses to be put off by a bit of water.Filled with gentle humour and comfort, Jill Tomlinsonâ ™s animal stories have been enjoyed by children who want to snuggle down with a good read for decades. Perfect for kids aged 5+ who love Julia Donaldson, and Dick King Smith s The Sheep Pig. This edition is beautifully illustrated by Paul Howard.Have you enjoyed all of Jill s animal stories?The Owl Who Was Afraid of the DarkThe Cat Who Wanted to Go HomeThe Gorilla Who Wanted to Grow UpThe Hen Who Wouldn t Give UpThe Otter Who Wanted to KnowThe Penguin Who Wanted to Find OutJill Tomlinson never intended to be a writer. She trained as an opera singer, and then decided to have a family whilst her voice matured. But illness intervened, and she had to find another outlet for her energies. She started on a journalism course, and by the third lesson decided she wanted to write for children. So she did! Jill Tomlinsonâ ™s animal stories are much-loved and have been best-selling childrenâ ™s books for nearly four decades.
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The Crocodile Under the Bed - Judith Kerr
A magical new classic in the making from the creator of the beloved favourite, The Tiger Who Came to Tea.Once there was a little boy called Matty, and he was very sadâ ¦From the creator of the iconic picture books The Tiger Who Came to Tea and Mog the Forgetful Cat, comes a brand new story about joy, partiesâ ¦ and crocodiles!Matty is sick, and very sad because heâ ™s too sick to go to the Queenâ ™s birthday party! But when he gets an unexpected visitor, it seems that Matty might not miss out after allâ ¦
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The Batman Who Laughs - Scott Snyder, Jock Jock
A New York Times bestselling graphic novel! A Batman who laughs is a Batman who always wins. He unleashed the Dark Multiverse in the epic series Dark Nights: Metal. Now superstar writer Scott Snyder reunites with acclaimed artist Jock (Batman: Black Mirror) to set that evil alternate reality s deadliest denizen loose in Gotham City--and the original Dark Knight will never be the same!Half Batman. Half Joker. Combining everything that makes the Caped Crusader a hero and the Clown Prince a killer, the Batman Who Laughs is the Dark Multiverse s deadliest criminal mastermind. Now he s come to Gotham to turn Bruce Wayne s home into an incubator for evil.And he hasn t come alone. Emerging from another of the Dark Multiverse s myriad realities comes the Grim Knight. This vicious vigilante will use any weapon at his disposal to ensure those he has marked for death stay down.A war like no other--a war of the Batmen--has begun. As Batman s closest friends, deadliest enemies, and doppelgängers from across the Multiverse get caught in the crossfire, only one question remains: Who will have the last laugh?Discover the answer in The Batman Who Laughs--a terrifying reimagining of one of comics greatest heroes--and villains--from the premier Batman writer of our time!Collects the full seven-issue miniseries and the one-shot special issue The Batman Who Laughs: The Grim Knight.
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The Man Who Tasted Words - Dr Guy Leschziner
*As featured on Steven Bartlett’s Diary of a CEO podcast* ‘From the opening paragraph, I was spellbound, entranced. Through real stories about what happens when our fragile perception of the world around us and within us is severed, Guy Leschziner connects us back to our senses.’ Professor Alice Roberts Where are you now? Look around you; what can you see? Close your eyes and think of a loved one – do you see their face? Stretch out a hand; what can you feel with your fingertips, your palm, the soft underside of your wrist? What can you hear – nearby and far away? The information you receive from your senses makes up your world. But that world does not exist. What we perceive to be the absolute truth of the world around us is a complex reconstruction, a virtual reality created by the complex machinations of our minds in tandem with the wiring of our nervous systems. But what happens if that wiring goes awry? What happens if connections falter, or new and unexpected connections are made? Tiny shifts in the microbiology of our nervous systems can cause the world around us to shift and mutate, to become alien and unfamiliar. In The Man Who Tasted Words, consultant neurologist Guy Leschziner takes us on a journey through the senses, exploring how each one shapes our experience of the world. And investigating what happens when they deviate from the norm. Along the way we meet a number of extraordinary individuals and step through the looking glass and into their worlds. Worlds where hot and cold are reversed, where a person with no sight sees fantastical visions, or where words have a taste and sounds create sensations. But while fascinating, their experiences are more than simply curiosities. They teach us about our own perception of the world, forcing us to question the idea of ‘normal’ senses, and whether such a thing even exists. Does blue look the same to you and me? Does grass smell the same? Or sugar taste as sweet? Do we even have the same understanding of what ‘sweet’ is?The Man Who Tasted Words unpacks the science behind your senses and challenges you to try and see the world through another’s eyes – and ears, and nose and mouth. It will illuminate, it will surprise, and it will leave your world just a little bit changed. ‘A truly astonishing book – from the story of the man who tasted words to that of Paul who could pull out his own teeth and break his legs yet feel no pain. These are beautifully and engagingly written stories of how our senses tell us about the reality of the world – or, sometimes, don’t.’ Gavin Esler, author of How Britain Ends ‘Stories of people who experience the world differently show us what it means to be human. This is a deeply moving and powerful book, full of provocative ideas about human perception and the way we construct reality.’ Daniel M. Davis, author of The Secret Body and The Beautiful Cure ‘This is a book vibrant with personality and full of wonder. Professor Leschziner takes us through an exploration of our senses, making us question the nature of our reality and how we interpret the world around us. It is a profound, entertaining and quite exceptional book.’ Dr Alastair Santhouse, Psychiatrist and Author of Head First ‘In vivid stories of patient maladies that affect our very human sensations of sight, sound, smell, touch and pain, Leschziner has deeply explored the sensory experiences that bombard every moment of our lives but of which we are barely aware. What a terrific melding of brain science with thoughtful ideas on our window to the outside world.’ Allan Ropper, author of Reaching Down the Rabbit Hole and How the Brain Lost its Mind. ‘A fascinating, important and disturbing book. Words will never taste the same again!’ John Humphrys
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The Turtle Who Turned the Tide - Rachel Bright
A heartwarming tale of adventure, bravery and one baby turtle who changes her world for good - from the bestselling and award-winning creators of The Lion Inside. On a midnight-black beach, it s time for a GRAND HATCHING. A rowdy crowd of animal onlookers have gathered to see which baby turtle will win the great race to safety in the sea. But when Tula s brother loses his way, this baby turtle faces a difficult choice: will she choose to win the race or will she turn back to rescue her brother? And will the other animals stay on the sidelines, or will Tula s brave decision inspire them to join the rescue mission? An inspiring and funny rhyming story of how we ALL have the power to change things for the better.Look out for more wonderful books from The World of Rachel Bright and Jim Field:The Lion InsideThe Koala Who CouldThe Squirrels Who SquabbledThe Way Home for WolfThe Whale Who Wanted MoreThe Gecko and the EchoThe Pandas Who PromisedThe Camel Who Had the HumpPraise for The Lion Inside: A heartfelt message, delightfully conveyed. Parents in Touch Captivating. Books for Keeps A delight to read over and over again. WRD
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The Man Who Was Thursday - Gilbert Keith Chesterton
G.K. Chesterton s The Man Who Was Thursday is a thrilling novel of deception, subterfuge, double-crossing and secret identities, and this Penguin Classics edition is edited with an introduction by Matthew Beaumont.The Central Anarchist Council is a secret society sworn to destroy the world. The council is governed by seven men, who hide their identities behind the names of the days of the week. Yet one of their number - Thursday - is not the revolutionary he claims to be, but a Scotland Yard detective named Gabriel Syme, sworn to infiltrate the organisation and bring the architects of chaos to justice. But when he discovers another undercover policeman on the Council, Syme begins to question his role in their operations. And as a desperate chase across Europe begins, his confusion grows, as well as his confidence in his ability to outwit his enemies, unravelling the mysteries of human behaviour and belief in a thrilling contest of wits. But he has still to face the greatest terror that the Council has: a man named Sunday, whose true nature is worse than Syme could ever have imagined ...In his introduction, Matthew Beaumont examines the book s themes of identity and confrontation, and explores its intriguing title. This edition also contains a chronology, notes and suggested further reading.G.K. Chesterton (1874-1938) attended the Slade School of Art, where he appears to have suffered a nervous breakdown, before turning his hand to journalism. A prolific writer throughout his life, his best-known books include The Napoleon of Notting Hill (1904), The Man Who Knew Too Much (1922) and the Father Brown stories. Chesterton converted to Roman Catholicism in 1922 and died in 1938. If you enjoyed The Man Who Was Thursday, you might enjoy Joseph Conrad s The Secret Agent, also available in Penguin Classics. The most thrilling book I have ever read Kingsley Amis, author of Lucky Jim
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The Little Elephant Who Wants to Fall Asleep - Carl-Johan Forssén Ehrlin
Add variety to your child s bedtime routine with the latest book from the author of The Rabbit Who Wants to Fall Asleep, the global bestseller that parents have been raving about! Features all-new child-tested, parent-approved techniques to reclaim bedtime and provide a sweet and tender end to each day.Your child joins Ellen the Elephant on a journey through a magical forest that leads to sleep. Along the way, children meet different fantastical characters and have calming experiences that will help your child to relax and slip into slumber quickly. The story works perfectly for either naptime or bedtime.Children will love switching between stories about both Roger the Rabbit (The Rabbit Who Wants to Fall Asleep) and Ellen the Elephant (The Little Elephant Who Wants to Fall Asleep), and parents will appreciate the diverse ways each character will help their loved ones fall asleep quickly and easily. Includes never-before-seen material that will make a difference at bedtime, including insightful sleep tips and answers to frequently asked questions to help guide families to an even more satisfying nighttime routine!Advance Praise from Parents Even better than The Rabbit Who Wants to Fall Asleep. It s nice to have an alternative for a bit of variety. You only have to read a few pages and you have a sleeping child! A must-have book in our home! Praise for The Rabbit Who Wants to Fall Asleep:Translated into 43 languagesGlobal sales currently exceed 1.5 million copies Tired parents of planet earth - this is what you ve been waiting for... If you don t already have a copy, you need to order one quick sharp - Metro The most peaceful bedtime we have had in months - Daily Mail A book whose powerfully soporific effects my son is helpless to resist - New York Times
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The Man Who Stole Himself - Gísli Pálsson
The life story of Hans Jonathan, Iceland s first Black citizen. The island nation of Iceland is known for many things⠔majestic landscapes, volcanic eruptions, distinctive seafood⠔but racial diversity is not one of them. So the little-known story of Hans Jonathan, a free Black man who lived and raised a family in early nineteenth-century Iceland, is improbable and compelling, the stuff of novels. In The Man Who Stole Himself, Gisli Palsson lays out the story of Hans Jonathan (also known as Hans Jónatan) in stunning detail. Born into slavery in St. Croix in 1784, Hans was taken as a slave to Denmark, where he eventually enlisted in the navy and fought on behalf of the country in the 1801 Battle of Copenhagen. After the war, he declared himself a free man, believing that he was due freedom not only because of his patriotic service, but because while slavery remained legal in the colonies, it was outlawed in Denmark itself. He thus became the subject of one of the most notorious slavery cases in European history, which he lost. Then Hans ran away⠔never to be heard from in Denmark again, his fate unknown for more than two hundred years. It⠙s now known that Hans fled to Iceland, where he became a merchant and peasant farmer, married, and raised two children. Today, he has become something of an Icelandic icon, claimed as a proud and daring ancestor both there and among his descendants in America. The Man Who Stole Himself brilliantly intertwines Hans Jonathan⠙s adventurous travels with a portrait of the Danish slave trade, legal arguments over slavery, and the state of nineteenth-century race relations in the Northern Atlantic world. Throughout the book, Palsson traces themes of imperial dreams, colonialism, human rights, and globalization, which all come together in the life of a single, remarkable man. Hans literally led a life like no other. His is the story of a man who had the temerity⠔the courage⠔to steal himself.
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The Boy Who Dreamed of Dragons (The Boy Who Grew Dragons 4) - Shepherd Andy
A delicious series that is as unexpected, as hilarious and as more-ish as any you could wish for - or grow! A true must-read for anyone who believes that a little magic, coupled with the soils of a garden, can bring forth a brilliant adventure or three Onjali Rauf, author of The Boy at the Back of the Class Shepherd has created a magical series that makes eyes shine with wonder, hearts swell with warmth, and rooms fill with giggles Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken LegsEleven-year-old Tomas has a secret friend like no other: Flicker, a dragon with glittering eyes and scales that flicker from fiery orange to ruby red. But Tomas is also having to get used to Flicker being away, now that his dragon s home is back in the frosty North. Adventure is never far away for Tomas, though - as he finds out when another dragon hatches on the dragonfruit tree at the bottom of the garden, a dragon who quite quickly decides he is sticking firmly with Tomas! Zing is a tiny dragon with oversized wings, who causes havoc wherever he goes.When a new girl, Aura, starts at school, proclaiming herself to be a dragon expert, Tomas is thrown into confusion. He is the one with the dragons and the dragonfruit tree, after all! Before he knows it, Tomas has blurted out his secret to Aura, and sets in motion a chain of events which will lead to adventures and mayhem aplenty ...
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The Boy Who Lived with Dragons (The Boy Who Grew Dragons 2) - Shepherd Andy
The second book in a wonderfully funny and sparky series: THE BOY WHO GREW DRAGONS was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children s Book Prize Irresistible ... a modern classic GUARDIAN on The Boy Who Grew Dragons A warm-hearted debut ... lovely, expressive, characterful SUNDAY TIMES on The Boy Who Grew DragonsTomas has a secret - a big secret. He has his own tiny dragon, Flicker! A dragon which grew on a very special tree at the bottom of his grandad s garden. And not only that - his friends Ted, Kai and Kat have dragons too, all grown on the same dragonfruit tree ...Having your own dragon is magical - but Tomas is also about to find out what living with a dragon is REALLY like. When the fire-breathing kicks in and you get singed every five seconds, it s like having an unpredictable volcano in your pocket. Learning to train the dragons and keep them out of trouble at school and home will take all Tomas s creativity and patience ... What is more, the dragonfruit tree is starting to look droopy and unwell. Tomas and his friends have got to do all they can restore it to health and uncover its deepest mysteries, as well as trying to work out what big secret local bully Liam, King of Trouble , has got up his sleeve ... One thing is for sure, life is never dull when you have a dragon in your pocket.
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The Hare Who Wouldn
There was once a hare who did NOT like to share. What is the point of sharing? thinks the hare. The more I give away the less there is for ME. But even the hare can appreciate the lovingly tended carrot patch created by the neighbouring rabbits. So, when a huge boar threatens to destroy the patch, will this hare come to see that giving things up for others means that you can gain so very much MORE of the most important things in life? A brilliant book to encourage conversations about sharing and communityStunning artwork from the highly-acclaimed illustrator of I #39;m Sticking with You and The Duck Who Didn #39;t Like Water A warm hug of an ending! Praise for Steve Small: A pure splash of joy - Daily Mail on The Duck Who Didn #39;t Like Water Comical, bold ... tender - The Sunday Times on I #39;m Sticking with You Also by Steve Small: The Duck Who Didn #39;t Like Water Wellington #39;s Big Day Out Brave Litle BearWith Smriti Halls:I #39;m Sticking with You I #39;m Sticking with You Too Let #39;s Stick Together
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The Kid Who Fell Through Time - James Greg, Smith Chris
â ˜Angus had never been very interested in history until he visited it by accident one Tuesday night.â ™History has always seemed pretty boring to Angus. Who cares about things that happened thousands of years ago? Totally pointless! Thatâ ™s what Angus thinks until the day he accidentally falls into a shopping trolley and ends up travelling through time with Marge, the lady who runs the cheese counter at the local supermarket, and who is also FROM THE FUTURE.And so begins the most epic adventure of his life â “ exploring a market in Roman Britain, hanging out with Shakespeare, making new friends in Ancient Egypt. Oh, and trying to escape the Evil Emperor Kragg from the 99th Century who is determined to destroy the planet.Can Angus and his new friends make it out of the past unscathed and, more importantly, is camel cheese really as bad as you imagine? Only time will tell!This epic and hilarious time travel adventure takes you from Roman Britain to the Ancient Egyptians. An ideal read for Key Stage 2 learners.
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The Boy Who Lost His Spark - Maggie O’Farrellová
â œAn autumnal balm for anyone in need of a little magic in their lives. â “ Alex O Connell, Children s Book of the Week, the Timesâ œA glorious book, perfect as a gift.â â “ LoveReading4Kidsâ œThis beautiful book will tug at the heart of any reader regardless of age. [â ¦] No one would be unhappy after seeing the stunning illustrations that accompany this extraordinary story.â â “ Sunday Times, â œThe 60 childrenâ ™s books you should buy this Christmas as chosen by the booksellers of Irelandâ â œA gentle, empowering tale with entrancing illustrations.â â “ Daily Mailâ œWonderfully magical â “ Mariella Frostrup, Times Radioâ œDramatic, incredibly evocative and full of atmosphere this is a stunning read. - Armadillo Magazineâ œThe Boy Who Lost His Spark, undeniably has a magical, timeless quality to it, reminiscent of those ancient Celtic legends. [â ¦] timeless â “ Irish Independentâ œExploring how we deal with pain, loneliness and tough emotions when we face changes and challenges, itâ ™s a beautiful book for everyone. â “ Pick Me Upâ ™s Book of the Weekâ œThe Boy Who Lost His Spark is a beautifully-crafted, old-fashioned folk story with a contemporary spin. [â ¦] A gorgeous, heartwarming tale. â “ RTE.ie, 10 best Irish children s books of 2022 An enchanting book. The stunning illustrations are such a treasure, creating an atmosphere and sense of wonder about the story. â “ The School Librarianâ œA really delightful story for 7-9 years. The story is beautifully told and the full colour illustrations are just gorgeous and really enhance the text. I loved it and it is an ideal book for an adult to read to a child or class or for a child to read alone.â â “ Read for Goodâ œThis tender tale s folkloric magic is heightened by Daniela Terrazzini s atmospheric illustrations.â â “ Best childrenâ ™s and YA books of 2022, Guardian- WINNER of the KPMG Children s Books Ireland Honour Award for Fiction- Longlisted for the Carnegie Medal for IllustrationSomeone in this house was sad but pretending not to be. Someone â “ and this thought made a smile curl up on its face â “ needed some nouka-mischief. From Maggie O Farrell, the best-selling and award-winning author of Hamnet and The Marriage Portrait, comes a picture book about a boy who overcomes the unhappiness of moving house, and how â “ through the power of storytelling and connecting to his feelings â “ he regains his inner spark. When Jem and his family move to the countryside, he doesnâ ™t like his new home one bit. Itâ ™s an old cottage on the side of a hill, where strange things keep happening: shoes are filled up with conkers, the stairs become tangled in a woollen maze. Jemâ ™s sister Verity is certain it is the work of a â œnoukaâ , an ancient creature from local folklore that lives deep down inside the hill. Jem, however, is adamant that there is no such thing. But this small mythical creature, so attuned to the hearts and minds of others, does exist. And, whatâ ™s more, it is determined, through mischief and mayhem, to help Jem reignite the spark within himself once more. - The second book in a trilogy of modern fairy tales by Maggie O Farrell and Daniela Jaglenka Terrazzini featuring children with real life problems and the mythical creatures that attend to them. - Look out for Where Snow Angels Go and When the Stammer Came to Stay. - An ideal Christmas gift and a truly enchanting read. - Perfect for children aged 5-8 with themes of family bonds, dyslexia, moving house, myth and folklore.
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The Girl Who Never Made Mistakes - Gary Rubinstein, Mark Pett
Every student, teacher, and perfectionist needs to read this book about learning and growing from your mistakes! The perfect introduction to growth mindset, The Girl Who Never Made Mistakes is:A growth mindset book for kidsA teacher must-have for classroomsAn educational book for ages 4-8 (and for everyone learning growth mindset!)Beatrice Bottomwell has NEVER (not once!) made a mistake. She never forgets her math homework, she never wears mismatched socks, and she ALWAYS wins the yearly talent show at school. In fact, the entire town calls her The Girl Who Never Makes Mistakes!One day, the inevitable happens: Beatrice makes a huge mistake in front of everyone!But in the end, readers (and perfectionists) will realize that life is more fun when you enjoy everything-even the mistakes.Additional praise for The Girl Who Never Made Mistakes: Beatrice offers a lesson we could all benefit from: learn from your mistakes, let go, laugh, and enjoy the ride. -JENNIFER FOSBERRY, New York Times bestselling author of My Name Is Not Isabella Beatrice s discovery that you can laugh off even a very public mistake shows the importance of resiliency and helps perfectionist kids keep things in perspective. Most importantly, Beatrice reminds the reader that it s more important to enjoy the things that you do than worry about doing them perfectly. -A Mighty Girl The Girl Who Never Made Mistakes is a must-read for any young (or old!) perfectionist. Beatrice Bottomwell is perfectly imperfect! -Stephanie Oppenheim, Oppenheim Toy Portfolio It s fun and instructive without feeling overly didactic and the illustrations are darling. -Parenting This book will help little perfectionists see that making mistakes is okay, and it can be a lot of fun too! -Kids Book Blog
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The Woman Who Walked into the Sea - Mark Douglas-Home
The daughter who nobody wanted learns the truth about the mother she never knew. A page-turning, heart-breaking mystery full of surprises ... this is a classic whodunit (Scotsman).Cal McGill is a unique investigator and oceanographer who uses his expertise to locate things - and sometimes people - lost or missing at sea.His expertise could unravel the haunting mystery of why, twenty-six years ago on a remote Scottish beach, Megan Bates strode out into the cold ocean and let the waves wash her away.Megan s daughter, Violet Wells, was abandoned as a baby on the steps of a local hospital just hours before the mother she never knew took her own life.As McGill is drawn into Violet s search for the truth, he encounters a coastal community divided by obsession and grief, and united only by a conviction that its secrets should stay buried...Praise for The Woman Who Walked into the Sea: An always entertaining and gripping mystery ... Infinitely better written than the majority of its competitors Herald A classic whodunit. A mystery from the school of Ruth Rendell, and I can t imagine anyone who likes those not delighting in this Scotsman Cal McGill is a triumph ... a wonderfully unique creation crimefictionlover.com Simply intoxicating Library JournalPraise for The Sea Detective: Raises the bar for Scottish crime fiction ... elegantly written and compelling Scotsman Promises to be a fine series of detective novels Sunday Times Crime Book of the Month Excellent Literary Review - top five crime books of the year A compelling protagonist The Times Literary Supplement
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The Leader Who Had No Title - Robin Sharma
Robin Sharma believes there are certain skills and attitudes that allow you to rise to extraordinary success. In his powerful new parable, he offers a story designed to help people from all walks of life to achieve great things. Blake DiFranco is down on his luck, trying to make ends meet. His job is unsatisfying, and he is disenchanted with the world around him. One day, an enigmatic friend offers him a life-altering opportunity: spend a day studying with a mysterious group of teachers and learn the secrets of limitless success. The next morning, he embarks on a journey to discover the true meaning of the LWT philosophy - Lead Without a Title. He is ushered through the lessons of the four teachers: Anna, a maid who shows him that every job can be done with passion; Ty, a surfer who reminds him how important it is to rise to the riskiest challenges; Jackson, a former CEO who shows him the value of relationships; and Jet, a masseur who proves that greatness begins within. Blake s world changes as the teachers make him realize his own potential to achieve greater things than he d ever imagined. The book is packed with real-world lessons and inspiring exercises that will help any business person realize extraordinary results. Sharma distils over fifteen years of working with high-performers to deliver real-world strategies and foster a winning mindset. Here are formulas that will build success amidst times of deep change and will help readers to make positive changes both at work and at home.
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The Leader Who Had No Title - Robin Sharma
Robin Sharma believes there are certain skills and attitudes that allow you to rise to extraordinary success. In his powerful new parable, he offers a story designed to help people from all walks of life to achieve great things. Blake DiFranco is down on his luck, trying to make ends meet. His job is unsatisfying, and he is disenchanted with the world around him. One day, an enigmatic family friend offers him a life-altering opportunity: spend a day studying with a mysterious group of teachers and learn the secrets of limitless success. Blake is sceptical, but something compels him to take the opportunity seriously. The next morning, he embarks on a journey to discover the true meaning of the LWT philosophy - Lead Without a Title. He is ushered through the lessons of the four teachers: Anna, a maid who shows him that every job can be done with passion; Ty, a surfer who reminds him how important it is to rise to the riskiest challenges; Jackson, a former CEO who shows him the value of relationships; and Jet, a masseur who proves that greatness begins within. Blake s world changes as the teachers make him realize his own potential to achieve greater things than he d ever imagined. The book is packed with real-world lessons, catchy aphorisms and inspiring exercises that will help any business person realize extraordinary results. Sharma distils over fifteen years of working with high-performers to deliver real-world strategies and foster a winning mindset. Here are formulas that will build success amidst times of deep change and will help readers to make positive changes both at work and at home.
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The Girl Who Walked On Air - Carroll Emma
From the queen of historical fiction, The Girl Who Walked On Air by Emma Carroll is an enchanting historical adventure for ages 9-11.â ˜An adventure of old-fashioned charm.â ™ The Sunday Timesâ ˜Engaging and entertaining.â ™ Independent on Sundayâ ˜This book will keep you hooked as you let your imagination take flight.â ™ We Love This Bookâ ˜This one ticks all the boxes - Emma Carroll is an author to watch.â ™ Books for Keepsâ ˜Historical fiction fans will love Emma Carroll s The Girl Who Walked on Air.â ™ Sunday Expressâ ˜Perfect for captivating the imagination of a developing reader.â ™ MumsnetChipchaseâ ™s Circus, England, 1875An abandoned baby . . .A tightrope walker . . .A deadly discovery . . .Louie, who was abandoned at Chipchase s Travelling Circus as a baby, dreams of becoming a Showstopper , but Mr Chipchase keeps her hidden, tucked away in the ticket booth. No Death-Defying Stunts for her. But Louie has been secretly practising her act - tightrope-walking - and dreams of being the Girl Who Walked on Air . . . she just needs to be given the chance to shine.And the circus needs her too - Wellbeloved s rival show is stealing their crowds. They need a Showstopper. Desperate, Mr Chipchase reluctantly lets Louie perform. She is a sensation, and gets an offer from the sinister Mr Wellbeloved himself to perform . . . over Niagara Falls. But nothing is quite as it seems and soon Louie s bravery is tested not just on the highwire but in confronting her past and the shady characters in the world of the circus . . .Fans of Frost Hollow Hall will love this epic adventure about following your dreams and becoming a showstopper!
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Imaginary Friends and the People Who Create Them - Marjorie Taylor, Naomi R. Aguiar
Do you have children who create imaginary friends? Did you create imaginary friends as a child? In this expanded second edition, Marjorie Taylor and Naomi R. Aguiar provide an update on the research into imaginary friends that has taken place in the past twenty-five years.Imaginary Friends and the People Who Create Them explores how imaginary friends function in the lives of both children and adults, with rich descriptions and illustrations, and delves into the research on related phenomena, such as imaginary worlds, relationships with media characters, and the creation of characters in fiction writing. Featuring exclusive interviews with well-known fiction writers, including Philip Pullman, Sue Grafton, and Ursula Hegi, this book considers how imaginary friends are related to the development of creativity, social understanding, and the fantasy/reality distinction. It also looks ahead to address the future of research on imaginary friends, including relationships with artificially intelligent systems and the role of imaginary friends in coping with trauma, while dispelling the myths that surround the concept of imaginary friends and those who create them.If you have a child who creates imaginary friends, had an imaginary friend yourself as a child, or indeed still do, you will find this updated edition very helpful in understanding the role imaginary friends play in the lives of children and adults alike.
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Girls Who Rocked The World - Roehm McCann Michelle, Amelie Welden
The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams Eleanor Roosevelt Get ready to meet some incredible young women who made their mark on the world before turning twenty and prove that when it comes to having an impact, there s no such thing as too young! Whether designing famous monuments, fighting for their countries freedom or being political pioneers these gutsy girls have changed the way we view the world and ourselves. From Florence Nightingale to Anna Pavlova, Coco Chanel to Eva Peron, The Bronte Sisters to Indira Gandhi, this book features women from across history and around the globe, who have all achieved remarkable things. Interspersed with the amazing accounts of girls throughout history are stories of powerful young women who are changing the world right now - girls like Winter Vinecki, the creator of the non-profit organization Team Winter, and Jazmin Whitley, the youngest designer to show at L.A. Fashion Week. It s never too soon to start making a difference - be inspired and empowered by this fun collection that shows girls really can rock the world!
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Where Are the Fellows Who Cut the Hay? - Robert Ashton
LONGLISTED FOR THE NEW ANGLE PRIZE 2025 LONGLISTED FOR THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE 2024 Essential reading for anybody who wants to understand rural life Patrick Galbraith, author of In Search of One Last Song This is a book of life and why we should celebrate our roots before it is too late John Connell, author of The Cow Book Where Are the Fellows Who Cut the Hay? is an ode to rural life, charting traditions of the past, how they were lost and why we need to reconnect. Exploring the relationship between everyday items and the communities that make them, Robert Ashton provides a snapshot of twenty-first century England. Where are the people who grow barley, milk cows and produce wool? How have their farming methods become less ethical, sustainable and natural over time? And what are we doing today to reverse that change? Inspired by George Ewart Evans’s Ask the Fellows Who Cut the Hay, Ashton gives voice to local people and travels rural Suffolk in search for innovation, interweaving his own personal connection to Evans and to the land. Part memoir, part social history, Ashton’s thought-provoking book is a manifesto for why, against all odds, we need to step back in order to progress.
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The Man Who Wore All His Clothes and Other Stories - Allan Ahlberg
Four hilarious capers by the inimitable Allan Ahlberg, now in one bumper volume! Ideal for early readers, with lively illustrations by Katharine McEwen.The Man Who Wore All His Clothes, Winner of the Red House Children s Book Award, is joined for the first time by The Woman Who Won Things, The Children Who Smelled a Rat and The Cat Who Got Carried Away in this brilliantly funny quartet of early readers by the internationally acclaimed Allan Ahlberg.One morning Mr Gaskitt puts on all his clothes, Mrs Gaskitt picks up a robber in her taxi, Gus and Gloria have trouble with a teacher, Horace the cat goes to a friend s house to watch TV ... and the car radio gets things wrong. What follows is an action-packed, swift-paced and farcical romp as the plots of each family member interweave, ending in a thrilling car chase with Mr Gaskitt saving the day. And that s just the first story...Praise for The Gaskitt Stories Ahlberg s direct and funny storytelling style makes reading as near-effortless as possible. Guardian Huge fun and ideal for early readers. Independent on Sunday A delight from beginning to end. The pictures are outstanding and mark the advent of a really inspired illustrator. The Financial Times
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The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark - Jill Tomlinson
A gorgeously illustrated picture book edition of the beloved classic children s story about overcoming fears.HRH the Duchess of Cambridge will be reading The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark on CBeebies Bedtime Stories on Sunday 13th February as part of Childrenâ ™s Mental Health Week.Plop, the baby owl, is like every barn owl there ever was, except for one thing â “ he is afraid of the dark . . .The dark is brimming with excitement and magic. As Plop ventures into the night, he meets a boy who shows him fireworks, a black cat who takes him exploring, a girl who tells him about Father Christmas, among other surprising discoveries . . .Filled with gentle humour and heart-warming illustrations, this uplifting story about finding the courage to face your fears has been beloved of parents and children for decades â “ and its message of resilience is as timely as ever!An abridged picture book edition.
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The Elephant Who Came for Dinner - Steve Smallman
Hotpot, Wolf and Omelette are back in the seventh book in the internationally bestselling The Lamb Who Came for Dinner series, written by the inimitable Steve Smallman (Poo in the Zoo, The Eyebrows of Doom, The Monkey with the Bright Blue Bottom) and illustrated with warmth by Joëlle Dreidemy. One starry night, the woods are filled with enchanting songs and beautiful sculptures. Whoever could have made them? Badger thinks he has all the answers: it has to be a spotty wood-warbler. So, Wolf, Hotpot and Omelette venture deeper into the woods with Badger to try to find the mystery singing-sculptor. But, soon enough, it becomes clear that things aren’t as they seem, and the friends can’t always trust a know-it-all Badger. In The Elephant Who Came for Dinner, facts that are stated with confidence turn out to be false, gently introducing young readers to the importance of interrogating the information we are told. Fans of The Lion Inside by Rachel Bright and Jim Field, Weirdo by Zadie Smith, Nick Laird, and Magenta Fox, and The Pirates Are Coming! by John Condon and Matt Hunt, will love this latest addition to The Lamb Who Came for Dinner series.
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Tweedy: The Clown Who Lost His Nose - Tweedy the Clown
Join Tweedy the Clown as he searches for his missing red nose in this interactive picture book for children.Clown around with Tweedy on the hunt for his big red nose in this laugh-out-loud adventure for children aged 5-9. Follow Tweedy as he chases after his elusive nose and causes chaos for the other performers trying to present their fantastic acts.The circus is sold out, the big top is packed, the ringmaster is about to introduce the first act butâ ¦ oh no! Tweedy the Clown has lost his red nose. He is absolutely sure nobody will laugh if heâ ™s not wearing it, so he sets out to find his missing nose â “ wherever can it be?This whimsical picture book for kids offers: An interactive and engaging story that encourages children to read along and spot the hidden character.Content written by a celebrity author, Tweedy the Clown, star of Gifford s Circus, Cirque Berserk and the Cheltenham Everyman pantomime.Vibrant and playful illustrations on every page that children will love to follow.A meaningful underlying message teaching children an important lesson, that who you are is enough.Children will enjoy following Tweedy the clown in this interactive picture book, as they help him spot the culpritâ ¦a little intruder who has come into the circus and is hiding in the background! Can you find who is playing with the nose and enjoying Tweedyâ ™s misadventures?Illustrated throughout by Daniel Duncan, this hilarious picture book weaves the magic of the circus into every page, while its simple message reminds everyone that the best thing you can be is yourself.
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The Women Who Wouldn
On the 25th anniversary of the Scottish Parliament, this book captures an important moment in contemporary history: how a grassroots women s movement, harking back to the suffragettes and second wave feminists of the 1970s and 1980s, took on the political establishment - and changed the course of history. Through a collection of over thirty essays and photographs, some of the women involved tell the story of the five-year campaign to protect women s sex-based rights. Author J.K.Rowling explains why she used her global reach to stand up for women. Leading SNP MP Joanna Cherry writes of how she risked her political career for her beliefs. Survivors of male violence who MSPs refused to meet are given the voice they were denied at Holyrood.Ash Regan MSP recounts what it was like to become the first government minister to resign on a question of principle since the SNP came to power in 2007. Former prison governor Rhona Hotchkiss charts how changes in prison policy in Scotland led to the controversy over Isla Bryson. It is the story of women who risked their job, reputation, even the bonds of family and friendship, to make their voices heard, and ended up - unexpectedly - contributing to the downfall of Nicola Sturgeon, Scotland s first woman first minister.Above all, it is the story of the women who wouldn t wheesht.
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Who is on the Farm, Spot? - Eric Hill
Join Spot and Mum on the farm as they discover lots of baby animals in this new double lift-the-flap board book.Spot and Mum are visiting the farm today. Who is tweeting in the coop? Who is neighing in the stable? Who is quacking on the pond? Lift the flap to find out - and then lift a second flap on each page for an extra surprise!With big lift-the-flaps to aid fine motor skills and lots of animal noises throughout, this fun-filled story is perfect for learning and play.Eric Hill s Where s Spot? was the first ever lift-the-flap book - and his ground-breaking innovation continues to delight and surprise readers with interactive fun. Spot has now been a trusted character in early learning for over 40 years, selling over 65 million books worldwide.Loved this? Try these other Spot titles:Where s Spot?Spot Goes to the FarmSpot s TractorFind Spot at NurseryFind Spot at the ZooFInd Spot at the Beach
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Cat Who Saved the Library - Sósuke Nacukawa
Cats, books, young love, and adventure: catnip for a variety of readers!Kirkus ReviewsWhimsical and wise.Shelf AwarenessThe long-awaited sequel to the #1 international bestseller The Cat Who Saved Booksan uplifting tale from Japan about a talking cat, a book-loving girl and the power of books to make a difference in the world.A chronic asthma condition prevents thirteen-year-old Nanami from playing sports or spending time with her friends after school. But nothing can stop her from one of her favorite activities. Nanami loves to read and happily spends much of her free time in the library, cocooned among the stacks.Then one day, Nanami notices that, despite the library being as deserted as ever, some of her favorite books, including literary classics like Arsne Lupin, Gentleman Thief and Anne of Green Gables are disappearing from the shelves. When she alerts the library staff, they dismiss her concerns. But just as Nanami is about to return to her reading, she spots a suspicious man in a gray suit. Eager to discover what hes up to, she follows him. The chase is cut short when Nanami suffers an asthma attack. By the time she catches her breath, the man has disappeared and all that is left behind is a mysterious light filtering through the librarys familiar passageways.Thats when Tiger, the talking tabby cat who saves books, comes to the rescue. Are Nanami and Tiger prepared to face the dangerous challenges that lie ahead? Why are faceless gray soldiers burning books in a stone castle? And what happened to Rintaro, the socially withdrawn hero who helped Tiger save books in a second-hand bookshop? At a time of increased book bannings worldwide, Sosuke Natsukawa urges us not to underestimate the power of great literatureand to be prepared to defend our freedom to choose.Translated from the Japanese by Louise Heal Kawai
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The Woman Who Climbed Trees - Smriti Ravindra
“A stunning chronicle of an Indian woman’s coming-of-age... This is electrifying.”—Publishers Weekly, starred review“Is this a ghost story?” Meena asked the barber’s wife who told the tale. “I don’t want to hear scary stories one night before I marry.” “Not all ghost stories are scary,” said the barber’s wife, laughing at Meena. “Besides, we have a long time before us, and stories are little baskets to carry time away in.”Exquisitely written, a blend of ghost stories, myths, and song, The Woman Who Climbed Trees is a haunting, deeply felt multi-generational story that illuminates the transitional nature of women’s lives and the feeling of loss they experience, as they give up one home and family to become part of another.When she marries a man from Nepal, Meena must leave behind her family and home in India and forge a new identity in a strange place. The Woman Who Climbed Trees follows her, the women who surround her, and the daughter she eventually raises, as they carefully navigate the uncertain tides of their diasporic lives.
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The Man Who Listens To Horses - Monty Roberts
As I left the round pen, I saw the Queen, Prince Philip, and the Queen Mother rise from their seats to come down and join me . . . With a warm smile on her face the Queen put out her hand to shake mine and said, That was beautiful . She said she was amazed by what had happened and how the filly has responded, and she advised me to be proud of the work I was doing. ___________________________________________When Monty Roberts was thirteen years old he went off alone into the deserts of Nevada to watch mustangs in the wild. What he learned about their methods of communication changed his life forever.His horse whisperer powers may seem like magic, but his amazing horse sense is based on a lifetime of experience and a deep love and understanding of horses. He can take a wild, high-strung horse who has never been handled before and persuade that horse to accept a bridle, saddle, and rider in thirty minutes.In this remarkable worldwide bestseller, Roberts shares his unforgettable personal story and his exceptional insight into the silent language of horses and nonverbal communication: an understanding that applies to human relationships as well. He shows that between parent and child, employee and employer, abuser and abused, there are forms of communication far stronger than the spoken word that are accessible to all who will learn to listen.____________________________________________ For anyone who care about animals - not just horses, either - it is required reading DAILY TELEGRAPH The horse whisperer in action . . . more exciting than his fictional counterpart OBSERVER Riveting and inspirational NEW YORK TIMES Monty Roberts is the real thing TATLER Wild horses should not drag you away from finding out more about Monty Roberts INDEPENDENT This book contains some wonderful vignettes of his adventures THE TIMES Absorbing . . . Roberts story is more fascinating and profound than any told in fiction . . . the kind of life-altering book you never want to finish. SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE A riveting read HORSE AND HOUND
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