the tantrum louie stowell

A book about meltdowns and bawling bards!Bill Bear and his friends are staging a new play in their woodland theatre, The Glade, but when things go wrong, Bill throws a full-blown tantrum! Parents everywhere will identify with his friends as they try to calm him down and persuade him that the show must go on. With clever, engaging text by Louie Stowell and beautiful, detailed illustrations by Isobel Lundie, your little one will be absorbed by this gorgeous depiction of Bill the Bear and his forest home. A gentle introduction to the concept of theatre, this book is split into three acts with a list of dramatis personae and a location map. Encourage your little reader s interest in the theatre with a page of fun facts about William Shakespeare, his plays, the Globe Theatre and more!Can you relate to the drama of persuading a furious little bear that the show must go on?Don t miss the first in this series of Shakesbearean Tales: A Midsummer Night s Drama

Objev podobné jako The Tantrum - Louie Stowell

A book about meltdowns and bawling bards!Bill Bear and his friends are staging a new play in their woodland theatre, The Glade, but when things go wrong, Bill throws a full-blown tantrum! Parents everywhere will identify with his friends as they try to calm him down and persuade him that the show must go on. With clever, engaging text by Louie Stowell and beautiful, detailed illustrations by Isobel Lundie, your little one will be absorbed by this gorgeous depiction of Bill the Bear and his forest home.A Gentle introduction to the concept of theatre, this book is split into three acts with a list of dramatis personae and a location map. Encourage your little reader s interest in the theatre with a page of fun facts about William Shakespeare, his plays, the Globe Theatre and more!Can you relate to the drama of persuading a furious little bear that the show must go on? Don t miss the first in this series of Shakesbearean Tales: A Midsummer Night s Drama

Objev podobné jako The Tantrum - Louie Stowell

But when she s dragged along to the library one day by her two best friends, she makes an incredible discovery - and soon it s up to Kit and her friends to save the library ...

Objev podobné jako The Dragon In The Library - Louie Stowell

But her magic keeps going wrong, and all kinds of weird stuff has started happening - exploding fireballs, animals talking when they shouldn t be, and a very strange new arrival in a nearby park. So Kit and her two best friends - along with their local librarian - set off to investigate, and to save the world...

Objev podobné jako The Monster in the Lake - Louie Stowell

A humorous re-telling of the legendary tale, specially written for children who are starting to read on their own. Easy-to-read text and colourful illustrations bring the story of a fire-breathing dragon, a princess in peril and a bold knight to life.

Objev podobné jako Saint George and the Dragon - Louie Stowell

Illustrated in a cartoon-like style in watercolor paint and mixed media on paper, this picture book is an invitation for teachers and students to learn about the climate crisis and to be part of the solution. —School Library Journal An environmental picture book about finding your voice, taking collective action, and saving the planet for kids ages 5 - 9. Tantrums are bad--except when they save the world!Sophia’s minding her own business when--bing bong!--the doorbell announces an unexpected guest: a polar bear. Despite Sophia’s protests, he walks right in, making himself at home. His ice cap is melting--where else is he supposed to go? Soon, more visitors arrive: a dispirited sea turtle and farmers whose lands have gone dry are joined by confused bees, more climate refugees, and a grumpy Bengal tiger. Sophia is frustrated and confused. She doesn’t understand why they showed up at her house...or what any of this has to do with her. But as Sophia hears their stories, she learns that this is her fight, too...and discovers the power of collective action, the strength of her own voice, and how all of us are stronger together. They head to City Hall only to wait around for hours before being dismissed, and Sophia just can’t hold it in anymore: Sophia’s strong feelings smouldered once more,And this time they’d gotten too big to ignore.Raging with purpose, with banners unfurled,She kicked off a tantrum to save the whole world! And she does--and so can you. An inspirational, beautifully illustrated picture book for kids aged 5 to 9, The Tantrum that Saved the World is part environmental story, part ode to community action, and part blueprint for building a better world--together, for all of us.

Objev podobné jako Tantrum That Saved the World - Michael E. Mann, Megan Herbert

Stalking. Arson. Murder.Butler and West are back together⠦ and the stakes have never been higher.When an old friend tells DS Freya West that she⠙s being stalked by someone she met online, Freya promises to help. But there are no leads, and the dating site refuses to give up their data.To make matters more complicated, DI Robin Butler is back in town. He⠙s investigating a string of arson attacks that have escalated to murder, and the cases seem to be connected somehow. They⠙re going to need their wits about them⠦Because this is a killer more devious than any they⠙ve hunted before, and he wants to obliterate everything they hold dear.The climatic finale of the gripping Butler West series, perfect for fans of Cara Hunter, Jane Casey and Susie Steiner.Praise for Louisa Scarr⠘From the first flicker of fire to the final explosive climax, Out Of The Ashes is a scorching finale to a riveting crime series. The narrative crackles with menace and suspense, and I enjoyed every moment!⠙ Cameron Ward, author of A Stranger On Board⠘What an ending to the series! Louisa masterfully weaves together the strands of the investigation and the characters⠙ personal lives. Full of intrigue and threat and superbly paced.⠙ James Delargy, author of Vanished⠘Scorchingly brilliant. A heart in the mouth thriller with the ultimate chemistry between its leads, this is a breathtaking end to the series.⠙ Heather Critchlow, author of Unsolved⠘Scarr has finished her series with a heart-pounding flourish. It may be the last we see of Butler and West, but rest assured I⠙ll keep reading her, whatever she comes up with next.⠙ Alison Belsham, author of The Girls on Chalk Hill⠘I love this series... the last one was perfect. A finish so tight I couldn⠙t breathe.⠙ Rachael Blok, author of The Fall⠘I loved every instalment of this brilliant series, but Scarr has saved the best ⠙til last. Masterful.⠙ Jo Furniss, author of All the Little ChildrenWhat readers are saying about Out of the Ashes ⠘One of my favourite series. I love the characters and the team dynamics are excellent. There is plenty of suspense, red herrings and the ending all wrapped up neatly. A brilliant ending to an excellent series which I highly recommend.⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review⠘Keeps you guessing until the explosive ending. And what an ending! I feel sad when I come to the end of a Butler and West book; it⠙s like having to say goodbye to dear friends. An exciting read with believable characters, a solid plot, and page-turning action.⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review⠘Oh my Louisa Scarr you have saved the best for last. An absolute cracker of a book and I got the ending I hoped for! A hell of a book to end a hell of a series.⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review⠘I thoroughly enjoyed reading this! This book had a bit of everything ⠓ suspense, intrigue, action, murder, mystery, arson, a great whodunnit and great police work! The storyline had me glued to my Kindle!⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review⠘This cannot be the last in the Butler West series! These police procedurals quickly became one of my favourites. There are so many strong, well described characters.⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

Objev podobné jako Out of the Ashes - Louisa Scarr

A brand-new collection of Viking myths that tell the story of the Norse gods from creation to the story of how the world will end, including Odin s quest for wisdom, the battles of Thor the thunder god, and the tale of Sigurd the Dragonslayer and the curs. Beautifully bound with head and tail bands and a ribbon marker. Dynamic artwork by Matteo Pincelli brings to life the exciting, strange and sometimes dangerous world of the Norse gods.

Objev podobné jako Illustrated Norse Myths - Alex Frith, Louie Stowell

This is a wonderful flap book introducing children to the way their own bodies work in a fun and informative way. It is a new, smaller format of the Look Inside series, perfect for little fingers. It is full of surprises to keep enquiring minds entertained, including flaps beneath flaps and a cheeky peek inside a toilet cubicle. Young readers minds will boggle as they learn about how their brains work, what happens when they eat, how their lungs use oxygen and much more.

Objev podobné jako Look Inside Your Body - Louie Stowell

The internet is full of amazing possibilities but, just like the real world, there are a lot of potential dangers and difficulties too. You need to know what to watch out for and how to protect yourself. Whether youâ ™re worried about oversharing on social media or coming across dangerous people, this guide gives you tools to stay safe online.

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In this captivating follow-up to the bestselling kids devotionals Indescribable and How Great Is Our God, discover more mind-blowing, faith-building scientific facts and biblical truths about the wonder of God s creation from author, speaker, and founder of the Passion movement Louie Giglio.Well-known for his powerful and highly visual messages about science and the Bible, Louie Giglio has a passion for inspiring kids to notice, enjoy, and marvel at God s creation. In The Wonder of Creation, children will find new delight in God s creativity with 100 devotions that explore:animals—from honeyguide birds to flying snakes to white rhinosspace—from black holes to volcanic moons to gamma-ray burstspeople—from optical illusions to brain freezes to our immune systemsEarth—from rainbow rivers to blue lava to flowing glaciersand much, much more!With engaging illustrations and striking photography, this fun and informative book is ideal for children ages 6–10. Each of the 100 devotions features a scientific fact or an easy activity for exploring faith, a short Bible verse, and a closing prayer.With a beautifully bright and colorful cover and a ribbon bookmark, The Wonder of Creationis ideal for science-loving kids, Bible-loving kids, and any child ready to go deeper in faithcontinues a well-loved devotional series that has impacted over a million children, parents, and teachersincludes informative content call-outs inviting kids to Explore the Wonder makes a great addition to a homeschool STEM curriculum or a bedtime reading routineAs kids explore this awe-inspiring devotional, they ll be amazed at the many wonders God has made!Check out these other books in the bestselling Indescribable Kids series:IndescribableIndescribable for Little OnesHow Great Is Our GodIndescribable Atlas Adventures

Objev podobné jako The Wonder of Creation - Louie Giglio

horrible. When life-long friends Myra and Rohan discover that Rohan s baby sister Shilpa has been stolen and taken to Otherland, the only way to rescue her is by taking part in a deadly game - three impossible challenges set by the Fairy Queen of Otherland.

Objev podobné jako Otherland - Louie Stowell

A vibrant and inclusive first ABC book that introduces young readers aged 3+ to Pride. A is for Acceptance! B is for Belonging! C is for Celebrate!ABC Pride introduces young readers to the alphabet through the colourful world of Pride. Children can discover letters and words in a fun and engaging way, while also learning more about the LGBTQIA+ community and how to be inclusive.Every letter of the alphabet is paired with bold illustrations to support language learning, and a handy list of discussion points at the end gives adults the appropriate tools to spark further conversations and discussion around the topic. ABC Pride offers a simple yet powerful way to explain gender, identity, and ability to young children, while introducing and supporting diverse family units. An ideal book for little learners to explore together with a caregiver, as well as in a classroom environment. Whilst exploring this vibrant alphabet book, young learners can discover: - Bold, full colour illustrations to captivate the attention of early learners- Lyrical text for each letter ideal for reading aloud - Informative, accessible and easy-to-understand for young readers- Includes discussion questions to inspire further reading and conversations A must-have book for caregivers looking to diversify a child s literary collection, as well as gift givers for new LGBTQIA+ caregivers alike, ABC Pride marries the classic ABC learning format with modern and inclusive definitions and explanations, making this the perfect introduction to understanding concepts and language associated with the LGBTQIA+ community. With 2022 marking the 50th anniversary of the first Pride march in the UK, there s no better time to introduce young children to the colourful world of Pride.

Objev podobné jako ABC Pride - Louie Stowell, Elly Barnes

Tyler and Wes are the worst of friends, but the school break and an unexpected situation forces them together. Upon trying to visit Ms Clay to interview her about being a scientist, the pair find her missing and get wrapped up in a mystery. Where did Ms Clay go? Who are the strange people watching them? And why is there a page of code in Ms Clay s house? The two decide to work together, but will they figure it out?

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A PASSIONATE, PAGE-TURNING TALE OF COERCIVE CONTROL AND FEMALE SOLIDARITY, FOR FANS OF THREE WOMEN AND ACTS OF DESPERATION. This is the book I have always needed, it is F*****G BRILLIANT and everyone should read it Nikita Gill A beautiful, biting page-turner Irish Times Wildly original, this passionate tale of coercive control and female solidarity is nothing short of a work of art. ZoellaI believe every word you say. That was always my mistake.Bright, promising Emma is entangled in a toxic romance with her old professor - and she s losing control.Cruel, charming Tom is idolized by his students and peers - confident he holds all the cards.In their small Oxford home, he manipulates and undermines her every thought and act. Soon, he will push her to the limit and she must decide: to remain quiet and submit, or to take her revenge. Written in verse and charged with passion and anger, The Poet is a portrait of a deeply dysfunctional relationship, exploring coercive control, class and privilege. It is also a page-turning tale of female solidarity and survival. Brisk, disturbing and very satisfying Daily Mail

Objev podobné jako The Poet - Louisa Reid

The signs are unmistakable. The dog halts, his nose up â “ nostrils quivering. Every inch of him is poised. Moss has a scent.When a hand is found in Gallows Wood, PC Lucy Halliday and her specialist search dog Moss must find the rest of the body. What they uncover is a killerâ ™s dumping ground. Like every case since her husbandâ ™s mysterious disappearance, Lucy wonders if this one will bring her closer to the truth. Nico was a journalist with a reputation for getting buried in his work; Lucy is certain that this time he delved too deep.With new DI Jack Ellis calling the shots, Lucy struggles to keep her professionalism intact. She canâ ™t stay away from these murders â “ and a killer who may hold the answers she desperately wants. But with those at the very heart of the investigation withholding secrets of their own, can more brutal deaths be prevented?The first book in the gripping new police procedural series featuring dog handler PC Lucy Halliday. Perfect for fans of Lynda La Plante, Val McDermid and Susie Steiner.Praise for Gallows Wood â ˜Dark, funny and addictive, this new crime series is a joyâ ™ Jo Furniss, author of The Last to Knowâ ˜Deft plotting, super-fast pace and an enthralling dive into the lives of police dog handlers make this a book to sniff out and devourâ ™ Heather Critchlow, author of Unburiedâ ˜I fell head over heels for Lucy and Moss. With echoes of Line Of Duty, this is a detective series to watch out forâ ™ Rachael Blok, author of The Fallâ ˜Gripping from the first page, this book was as pacy as a spaniel on the scentâ ™ Fliss Chester, author of Death on the Scotland Expressâ ˜Gritty, edge-of-your-seat stuffâ ™ Emma Styles, author of No Country For Girlsâ ˜A blistering beginning to a new series. Perfectly paced with twists and turns which kept me guessing... Louisa Scarr is one of the best crime writers in the UKâ ™ James Delargy, author of Into the Flamesâ ˜Louisa Scarr has created something incredible. A story as brutal and deceptive as any crime fiction fan could ever craveâ ™ Graham Bartlett, author of City on Fireâ ˜An enthralling start to this engaging new series with an ending so propulsive I may have forgotten to breatheâ ™ Marion Todd, author of Bridges to Burnâ ˜Pacy, twisty, shocking... absolutely first-class charactersâ ™ Cressida McLaughlin, author of The Staycationâ ˜A twisty mystery, characters you want to root for, and black humour. The start of an excellent new series!â ™ Chris Frost, author of The Killerâ ™s Christmas Listâ ˜Lightning pace, great characters and superb writing ... A fresh take on the police proceduralâ ™ Eleanor Ray, author of Everything is Beautifulâ ˜Pacy, gripping and full of twistsâ ™ Tariq Ashkanani, author of Welcome to Cooperâ ˜This will become your next obsessionâ ™ Alison Belsham, author of The Innocent Angelsâ ˜An urgent, uncompromising thriller from one of the best storytellers in the gameâ ™ Dominic Nolan, author of White Cityâ ˜Had me gripped from the very first page. Character-driven crime writing at its bestâ ™ Robert Rutherford, author of Seven Daysâ ˜By far the best read I ve had this summer. Gritty and compelling, I was invested in Lucy and Moss from the first chapterâ ™ Blake Mara, author of The Dog Park Detectives

Objev podobné jako Gallows Wood - Louisa Scarr

HEROES AND UNICORNS AS YOU’VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE. The first book in the award-winning, international hit fantasy adventure series for children age 9+, and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Eragon and Fireborn. Give the gift of adventure this Christmas!WATERSTONES CHILDREN #39;S BOOK OF THE YEAR 2022WINNER OF THE INDIE BOOK AWARDS 2023!‘The most popular children’s fantasy hero since Harry Potter’ – The Daily Telegraph Thirteen-year-old Skandar Smith has only ever wanted to be a unicorn rider. To be one of the lucky few selected to hatch a unicorn. To bond with it for life; to train together and race for glory; to be a hero. But just as Skandar’s dream is about to come true, things start to take a more dangerous turn than he could ever have imagined. A dark and twisted enemy has stolen the Island’s most powerful unicorn – and as the threat grows ever closer, Skandar discovers a secret that could blow apart his world forever . . . Get ready for unlikely HEROES, elemental MAGIC, sky battles, ancient secrets, nail-biting races and FEROCIOUS UNICORNS, in this EPIC ADVENTURE series that will have your heart soaring.THE EPIC ADVENTURE CONTINUES . . .PRE-ORDER SKANDAR AND THE CHAOS TRIALS, THE UNMISSABLE BRAND NEW BOOK IN THE SERIES, NOW!Praise for Skandar and the Unicorn Thief: #39;Steadman has a vast imagination, her world-building is a joy, the battle scenes are thrilling and her characters charm. #39; – The Times Children #39;s Book of the Week‘Pacy, enthralling and epic, a gripping read.’ – Louie Stowell, author of Loki and Otherland ‘A dazzling feat of imagination. I loved every breathless moment of it!’ – Cat Doyle, author of The Storm Keeper’s Island and co-author of Twin Crowns‘The best book I’ve ever read.’ – Patrick, age 10 ‘My book of the year. Not since Harry Potter have I felt this excited about a series. Readers are sure to be clamouring for the next book. You’ll never look at unicorns the same way again, nor will you want to!’ – Dominique Valente, author of the Starfell series ‘Never have unicorns been so ferocious, fearsome and thrilling! A fantastically gripping read!’ – Laura Ellen Anderson, author of Amelia Fang and Rainbow Grey ‘A magnificent book. I raced through it – at turns enthralled, delighted, amazed. It’s everything I could have wanted and more. No doubt this book is going to fly.’ – Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear ‘Skandar and the Unicorn Thief brims with wild adventure, fierce sky battles, elemental magic, ferocious unicorns and a terrifying enemy. Steadman #39;s cinematic writing draws you in from the very first page, creating a hugely compelling, unforgettable read. Endlessly thrilling, unputdownable and utterly unmissable.’ – Aisling Fowler, author of Fireborn ‘A. F. Steadman has created a stunning new world that feels both familiar and fresh, with a cast of characters that will stay with you long after you’ve finished reading.’ –Tọlá Okogwu, author of Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun #39;Perfect for those who have consumed the Harry Potter books and Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials trilogy and are looking for their next fictional feast. #39; – The Sunday Times

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HEROES AND UNICORNS AS YOU’VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE. The epic adventure continues . . . Don’t miss the unputdownable new book in the international bestselling SKANDAR series, for readers ages 9 to 99 and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Eragon and Impossible Creatures.Skandar and the Unicorn Thief was WATERSTONES CHILDREN #39;S BOOK OF THE YEAR 2022 and WINNER OF THE INDIE BOOK AWARDS 2023!Skandar and the Phantom Rider was one of THE SUNDAY TIMES BEST BOOKS FOR CHILDREN 2023 The Island always wins… Skandar and his sister Kenna are finally both at the Eyrie, but tensions are high. To survive their third year of training, Skandar and his friends must complete a series of terrifying trials across the Island’s elemental zones. Friendships, allegiances and rider-unicorn bonds will be pushed to the limit – only the strongest will make it. Meanwhile Kenna’s forged bond to a wild unicorn has left her alienated and alone. And when a terrible discovery puts the future of the Island in peril, all fingers point in one direction . . . As dark forces assemble, Skandar must decide how far is he willing to go – for Kenna, and for the Eyrie. Get ready for unlikely heroes, elemental magic, sky battles, ancient secrets and ferocious unicorns in this highly anticipated adventure that will keep you reading after lights out! Praise for the SKANDAR series: ‘Skandar Smith’s adventures at the Eyrie, a training school for unicorn riders, have made him the most popular children’s fantasy hero since Harry Potter.’- The Daily Telegraph #39;Steadman has a vast imagination, her world-building is a joy, the battle scenes are thrilling and her characters charm. #39; – The Times Children #39;s Book of the Week‘Pacy, enthralling and epic, a gripping read.’ – Louie Stowell, author of Loki ‘A dazzling feat of imagination. I loved every breathless moment of it!’ – Cat Doyle, author of The Storm Keeper’s Island and co-author of Twin Crowns‘The best book I’ve ever read.’ – Patrick, age 10‘My book of the year. Not since Harry Potter have I felt this excited about a series. Readers are sure to be clamouring for the next book. You’ll never look at unicorns the same way again, nor will you want to!’ – Dominique Valente, author of Starfell ‘A magnificent book. I raced through it – at turns enthralled, delighted, amazed. It’s everything I could have wanted and more. No doubt this book is going to fly.’ – Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear #39;Perfect for those who have consumed the Harry Potter books and Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials trilogy and are looking for their next fictional feast. #39; – The Sunday Times Reader Reviews: ***** #39;Overall amazing in every way. #39; ***** ‘My daughter has rated them better that Percy Jackson.’ ***** ’I don’t know how I’m going to wait for the next one.’ ***** ’I have read Harry Potter and I think Skandar is better.’ ***** ’Move over Harry Potter there’s a new hero in town!’ *Skandar and the Chaos Trials was the Number 1 bestseller in the UK Nielsen Bookscan chart, 27 April 2024

Objev podobné jako Skandar and the Chaos Trials - A. F. Steadmanová

Warrior unicorns fly again . . .Don t miss this second book in the international bestselling SKANDAR series, an unmissable adventure for readers age 9 to 99 and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson and Eragon. The Island shall have its revenge . .. Skandar Smith has achieved his dream to train as a unicorn rider. But as Skandar and his friends enter their second year at the Eyrie, a new threat arises.Immortal wild unicorns are somehow being killed, a prophecy warns of terrible danger, and elemental destruction begins to ravage the Island. Meanwhile, Skandar s sister, Kenna, longs to join him - and Skandar is determined to help her, no matter what. As the storm gathers, can Skandar discover how to stop the Island tearing itself apart - before it s too late for them all? Get ready for more action, unforgettable characters, and mesmerizing world building.Be one of the first to join the adventure - PRE-ORDER NOW!Praise for Skandar and the Unicorn Thief, the first book in the SKANDAR series: Steadman has a vast imagination, her world-building is a joy, the battle scenes are thrilling and her characters charm. - The Times Children s Book of the Week Pacy, enthralling and epic, a gripping read. - Louie Stowell, author of Loki and Otherland A dazzling feat of imagination. I loved every breathless moment of it! - Cat Doyle, author of The Storm Keeper s Island and co-author of Twin Crowns The best book I ve ever read. - Patrick, age 10 My book of the year. Not since Harry Potter have I felt this excited about a series.Readers are sure to be clamouring for the next book. You ll never look at unicorns the same way again, nor will you want to! - Dominique Valente, author of the Starfell series Never have unicorns been so ferocious, fearsome and thrilling! A fantastically gripping read! - Laura Ellen Anderson, author of Amelia Fang and Rainbow Grey A magnificent book. I raced through it - at turns enthralled, delighted, amazed.It s everything I could have wanted and more. No doubt this book is going to fly. - Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear Skandar and the Unicorn Thief brims with wild adventure, fierce sky battles, elemental magic, ferocious unicorns and a terrifying enemy. Steadman s cinematic writing draws you in from the very first page, creating a hugely compelling, unforgettable read.Endlessly thrilling, unputdownable and utterly unmissable. - Aisling Fowler, author of Fireborn A. F. Steadman has created a stunning new world that feels both familiar and fresh, with a cast of characters that will stay with you long after you ve finished reading. -Tola Okogwu, author of Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun SKANDAR soars with magic, adventure, and pulse-pounding fun - the book equivalent of riding a rollercoaster while eating cake with fireworks exploding overhead! - Andy Sagar, author of the Yesterday Crumb series

Objev podobné jako Skandar and the Phantom Rider - A. F. Steadmanová

HEROES AND UNICORNS AS YOU VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE. THE EPIC ADVENTURE CONTINUES . .. The highly anticipated third instalment in the biggest fantasy series for readers age 9+ since Harry Potter is available for pre-order now!SKANDAR AND THE UNICORN THIEF WAS THE WINNER OF THE INDIE BOOK AWARDS 2023Praise for Skandar and the Unicorn Thief, the first book in the SKANDAR series: Steadman has a vast imagination, her world-building is a joy, the battle scenes are thrilling and her characters charm. - The Times Children s Book of the Week Pacy, enthralling and epic, a gripping read. - Louie Stowell, author of Loki and Otherland A dazzling feat of imagination. I loved every breathless moment of it! - Cat Doyle, author of The Storm Keeper s Island and co-author of Twin Crowns The best book I ve ever read. - Patrick, age 10 My book of the year.Not since Harry Potter have I felt this excited about a series. Readers are sure to be clamouring for the next book. You ll never look at unicorns the same way again, nor will you want to! - Dominique Valente, author of the Starfell series Never have unicorns been so ferocious, fearsome and thrilling! A fantastically gripping read! - Laura Ellen Anderson, author of Amelia Fang and Rainbow Grey A magnificent book.I raced through it - at turns enthralled, delighted, amazed. It s everything I could have wanted and more. No doubt this book is going to fly. - Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear Skandar and the Unicorn Thief brims with wild adventure, fierce sky battles, elemental magic, ferocious unicorns and a terrifying enemy.Steadman s cinematic writing draws you in from the very first page, creating a hugely compelling, unforgettable read. Endlessly thrilling, unputdownable and utterly unmissable. - Aisling Fowler, author of Fireborn A. F.Steadman has created a stunning new world that feels both familiar and fresh, with a cast of characters that will stay with you long after you ve finished reading. - Tola Okogwu, author of Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun SKANDAR soars with magic, adventure, and pulse-pounding fun - the book equivalent of riding a rollercoaster while eating cake with fireworks exploding overhead! - Andy Sagar, author of the Yesterday Crumb series

Objev podobné jako Skandar and the Chaos Trials - A. F. Steadmanová

Black Panther meets Percy Jackson in this action-packed superhero series about a British-Nigerian girl who learns that her Afro hair has psychokinetic powers. Soon to be a feature film with a major streamer! Check out the complete series – Onyeka and the Rise of the Rebels is out now and Onyeka and the Heroes of the Dawn is out March 2024. And don #39;t miss Onyeka and the Secret Superhero, the special World Book Day story coming February 2024! ‘Onyeka is the superhero you’ve been waiting for.’ Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of The Girl of Ink and Stars Onyeka has a lot of hair – the kind that makes strangers stop in the street. When she makes the important discovery that she can control her hair with her mind, she #39;s whisked off to the Academy of the Sun, a school in Nigeria where Solari – children with superpowers – are trained But Onyeka and her new friends at the Academy soon have to put their powers to the test as they find themselves caught up in an epic battle . . . one that puts the future of all Solari at risk.Praise for Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun: ‘Brilliant characters, action-packed plot, heartfelt themes of identity, family and friendship. A DAZZLING story about finding your power.’ Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken Legs ‘An incredible story that reinvents the concept of a school for magical kids. So inspiring and creatively original.’ L. D. Lapinski, author of The Strangeworlds Travel Agency ‘Fast-paced, action-packed and empowering. Tọlá Okogwu’s storytelling shines so bright you’ll want the next instalment immediately.’ A. F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief ‘An inspiring, original and exciting roller coaster of a book.’ Katie Tsang, co-author of Dragon Mountain ‘A rich and gripping story of discovering that your greatest power can come from within. I loved it!’ Lisa Thompson, author of The Goldfish Boy ‘Brilliant, witty writing and spot-on characterisation.’ Louie Stowell, author of Loki: A Bad God’s Guide to Being Good ‘A thrilling, magical page-turner. Children will fall in love with this story.’ Jenny McLachlan, author of The Land of Roar #39;Wildly fun and a huge breath of invigorating fresh air.’ Sam Copeland, author of Charlie Changes Into a Chicken ‘A thrilling, action-packed adventure full of heart. Onyeka is sure to be everyone #39;s new favourite superhero.’ Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear

Objev podobné jako Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun - Tola Okogwu

The epic second book in the action-packed superhero series. Perfect for 8+ fans of Percy Jackson, Amari and the Night Brothers and Black Panther. Soon to be a feature film with a major streamer! Check out the complete series – Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun is out now and Onyeka and the Heroes of the Dawn is out March 2024. And don #39;t miss Onyeka and the Secret Superhero, the special World Book Day story coming February 2024! ‘Onyeka is the superhero you’ve been waiting for.’ Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of The Girl of Ink and Stars ‘[A] thrilling adventure that wraps up with a satisfying ending. Triumphant.’ Kirkus Having uncovered head teacher Dr Dòyìnbó’s hidden agenda behind the Academy of the Sun, Onyeka and her friends are on the run. When their last safe house is uncovered, Onyeka turns to the Rogues, a group of rebels that have been trying to expose Dr Dòyìnbó’s lies for years. Joining forces, will the two groups be able to defeat their shared nemesis, or is there a new danger on the horizon for the Solari?Praise for Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun: ‘Brilliant characters, action-packed plot, heartfelt themes of identity, family and friendship. A DAZZLING story about finding your power.’ Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken Legs ‘An incredible story that reinvents the concept of a school for magical kids. So inspiring and creatively original.’ L. D. Lapinski, author of The Strangeworlds Travel Agency ‘Fast-paced, action-packed and empowering. Tọlá Okogwu’s storytelling shines so bright you’ll want the next instalment immediately.’ A. F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief ‘An inspiring, original and exciting roller coaster of a book.’ Katie Tsang, co-author of Dragon Mountain ‘A rich and gripping story of discovering that your greatest power can come from within. I loved it!’ Lisa Thompson, author of The Goldfish Boy ‘Brilliant, witty writing and spot-on characterisation.’ Louie Stowell, author of Loki: A Bad God’s Guide to Being Good ‘A thrilling, magical page-turner. Children will fall in love with this story.’ Jenny McLachlan, author of The Land of Roar #39;Wildly fun and a huge breath of invigorating fresh air.’ Sam Copeland, author of Charlie Changes Into a Chicken ‘A thrilling, action-packed adventure full of heart. Onyeka is sure to be everyone #39;s new favourite superhero.’ Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear

Objev podobné jako Onyeka and the Rise of the Rebels - Tola Okogwu

The extraordinary third book in the action-packed superhero series. Perfect for 8+ fans of Percy Jackson, Amari and the Night Brothers and Black Panther. Soon to be a feature film with a major streamer! Check out the complete series – Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun and Onyeka and the Rise of the Rebels are both out now. And don #39;t miss Onyeka and the Secret Superhero, the special World Book Day story coming February 2024! ‘Onyeka is the superhero you’ve been waiting for.’ Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of The Girl of Ink and Stars Solari – children with superpowers – have always been native to Nigeria, but Onyeka and her friends have been alerted to one hidden in England. Tasked with retrieving the young Solari, they successfully complete their mission, arriving safe and sound back at the Academy of the Sun with Tobi in tow. Tobi’s identity and superpower remain a mystery, until a breadcrumb trail leads Onyeka to the truth. But someone else has uncovered the secret, and unlike Onyeka, they don’t have Tobi’s best interests at heart. Can our superhero save the day once again?Praise for Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun: ‘Brilliant characters, action-packed plot, heartfelt themes of identity, family and friendship. A DAZZLING story about finding your power.’ Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken Legs ‘An incredible story that reinvents the concept of a school for magical kids. So inspiring and creatively original.’ L. D. Lapinski, author of The Strangeworlds Travel Agency ‘Fast-paced, action-packed and empowering. Tọlá Okogwu’s storytelling shines so bright you’ll want the next instalment immediately.’ A. F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief ‘An inspiring, original and exciting roller coaster of a book.’ Katie Tsang, co-author of Dragon Mountain ‘A rich and gripping story of discovering that your greatest power can come from within. I loved it!’ Lisa Thompson, author of The Goldfish Boy ‘Brilliant, witty writing and spot-on characterisation.’ Louie Stowell, author of Loki: A Bad God’s Guide to Being Good ‘A thrilling, magical page-turner. Children will fall in love with this story.’ Jenny McLachlan, author of The Land of Roar #39;Wildly fun and a huge breath of invigorating fresh air.’ Sam Copeland, author of Charlie Changes Into a Chicken ‘A thrilling, action-packed adventure full of heart. Onyeka is sure to be everyone #39;s new favourite superhero.’ Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear

Objev podobné jako Onyeka and the Heroes of the Dawn - Tola Okogwu

A fallen woman. An opportunity for redemption. But at what cost?Sheffield, 1867. It⠙s the height of a long-running and violent campaign known as the Outrages, where murderous acts are carried out on behalf of a rogue union leader.Louisa Leigh, a former maid-of-all-work, is trapped into prostitution and desperate for money to escape. She befriends Ginny Hinchcliffe, a young widow who will do whatever it takes to break free from a life of servitude to her in-laws. The two women become entangled with Joe Crookes, henchman to the man responsible for the Outrages. Joe is looking for a way out even if that means betraying those closest to him.With a single act, Louisa⠙s freedom would be paid for. But it⠙s not just her life on the line, and she⠙ll need to decide if she can live with the choices she⠙s about to make⠦A sensationally compelling and gritty saga, for fans of Emma Hornby, Libby Ashworth and Kitty Neale.Praise for Joanne Clague⠘A powerful and absorbing story. Her passion for the era shines through.⠙ Emma Hornby⠘A fabulous new saga author!⠙ AnneMarie Brear⠘Combines real people and fictional characters in a story both tragic and inspiring.⠙ Libby Ashworth⠘Terrific characters and an exciting storyline kept me turning the pages, eager to find out what happened next.⠙ Lesley Eames⠘The Ragged Valley delivers a captivating insight into a part of Sheffield history long forgotten. An authentic story with motivating characters.⠙ Sylvia Broady ⠘Written with passion and attention to detail, Clague leaves no stone unturned⠦ a must read for saga fans.⠙ Andie Newton, USA Today bestselling author of The Girls from the Beach ⠘A compelling story⠦ The Girl at Change Alley is a must-read for all historical fiction readers.⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review⠘A fabulous book that draws you into the story from the very first chapter. The characters Louisa and Ginny were wonderful⠦ you really wanted it to end well for them.⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ⠘This is a total five stars for me⠦ historical fiction at its best.⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review⠘I adored this book. These characters are so real that when the unthinkable happens⠦ it s truly gut-wrenching.⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review⠘It had me hooked from the first page. The writing is gorgeous and the characters instantly come alive. It⠙s a wonderful romance with a lot of heart. A beautifully written book that I highly recommend for lovers of saga, romance or historical novels.⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

Objev podobné jako The Girl at Change Alley - Joanne Clague

HEROES AND UNICORNS AS YOU’VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE. The first book in the award-winning, international hit fantasy adventure series for children age 9+, and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Eragon and Fireborn.WATERSTONES CHILDREN #39;S BOOK OF THE YEAR 2022WINNER OF THE INDIE BOOK AWARDS 2023! #39;Steadman has a vast imagination, her world-building is a joy, the battle scenes are thrilling and her characters charm. #39; – The Times Children #39;s Book of the Week‘Pacy, enthralling and epic, a gripping read.’ – Louie Stowell, author of Loki and Otherland ‘A dazzling feat of imagination. I loved every breathless moment of it!’ – Cat Doyle, author of The Storm Keeper’s Island and co-author of Twin Crowns‘The best book I’ve ever read.’ – Patrick, age 10 Thirteen-year-old Skandar Smith has only ever wanted to be a unicorn rider. To be one of the lucky few selected to hatch a unicorn. To bond with it for life; to train together and race for glory; to be a hero. But just as Skandar’s dream is about to come true, things start to take a more dangerous turn than he could ever have imagined. A dark and twisted enemy has stolen the Island’s most powerful unicorn – and as the threat grows ever closer, Skandar discovers a secret that could blow apart his world forever . . . Get ready for unlikely HEROES, elemental MAGIC, sky battles, ancient secrets, nail-biting races and FEROCIOUS UNICORNS, in this EPIC ADVENTURE series that will have your heart soaring.THE EPIC ADVENTURE CONTINUES . . . PRE-ORDER SKANDAR AND THE CHAOS TRIALS, THE UNMISSABLE BRAND NEW BOOK IN THE SERIES, NOW!Praise for Skandar and the Unicorn Thief: ‘My book of the year. Not since Harry Potter have I felt this excited about a series. Readers are sure to be clamouring for the next book. You’ll never look at unicorns the same way again, nor will you want to!’ – Dominique Valente, author of the Starfell series ‘Never have unicorns been so ferocious, fearsome and thrilling! A fantastically gripping read!’ – Laura Ellen Anderson, author of Amelia Fang and Rainbow Grey ‘A magnificent book. I raced through it – at turns enthralled, delighted, amazed. It’s everything I could have wanted and more. No doubt this book is going to fly.’ – Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear ‘Skandar and the Unicorn Thief brims with wild adventure, fierce sky battles, elemental magic, ferocious unicorns and a terrifying enemy. Steadman #39;s cinematic writing draws you in from the very first page, creating a hugely compelling, unforgettable read. Endlessly thrilling, unputdownable and utterly unmissable.’ – Aisling Fowler, author of Fireborn ‘A. F. Steadman has created a stunning new world that feels both familiar and fresh, with a cast of characters that will stay with you long after you’ve finished reading.’ –Tọlá Okogwu, author of Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun #39;Perfect for those who have consumed the Harry Potter books and Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials trilogy and are looking for their next fictional feast. #39; – The Sunday Times

Objev podobné jako Skandar and the Unicorn Thief - A. F. Steadmanová

Being BAD has never felt so GOOD! The third book in the villainously funny, highly illustrated young middle-grade series from author-illustrator Ryan Hammond. For fans of Amelia Fang, Dog Man and Grimwood. Check out the complete series – Villains Academy and Villains Academy: How to Steal a Dragon. ‘Heart-warming and hilarious – Villains Academy is a spookalicious treat, set to terrify every other book on your shelf.’ Jack Meggitt-Phillips, author of The Beast and the Bethany ‘An absolute HOOT! Evil laughs aplenty!’ Sophy Henn, author and illustrator of the Pizazz series Once a year the five original founders of Villains Academy rise from their graves in honour of the Gruesome Games – a school sports day unlike any other, where the aim is to prank and cheat your way to the finish line. Werewolf Bram and his friends the Cereal Killers are determined to win so their names can be written in the Book of Bad, a record of the most wicked villains to grace the school. But as the games become harder and the pranks get out of hand, are Bram and his friends bad enough to go down as the most victorious villains in history? PRAISE FOR VILLAINS ACADEMY: ‘A charmingly villainous adventure about friendship, school and unspeakable evil.’ Louie Stowell, author of Loki: A Bad God’s Guide to Being Good ‘Criminally fun!’ Danny Wallace, author of The Day the Screens Went Blank ‘Frightfully fun – Villains Academy had me cackling from the very first page!’ Katie Tsang, co-author of the Dragon Realm series ‘I loved the spookily funny Villains Academy. It #39;s a work of (evil) genius!’ Jenny McLachlan, author of The Land of Roar ‘A joyful hug of a book with genuine warmth and heart.’ Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear ‘A delightfully fun adventure with real heart and humour.’ Benjamin Dean, author of Me, My Dad and the End of the Rainbow ‘Immersive, funny, and with a cast of scarily loveable characters, Villains Academy made me feel like I was IN the book!’ Mel Taylor-Bessent, author of The Christmas Carrolls ‘A fabulously funny adventure. I want to enrol in Villains Academy!’ Nick Sheridan, author of The Case of the Runaway Brain ‘Wickedly funny and full of quirky yet loveable characters.’ Iona Rangeley, author of Einstein the Penguin ‘This is a brilliant, bonkers work packed with top-notch illustration.’ Jack Noel, author and illustrator of the Comic Classics series ‘Full of wonderful characters, Villains Academy is such a FUN read!’ Rikin Parekh, illustrator of The Worst Class in the World series

Objev podobné jako How to Win the Gruesome Games - Ryan Hammond

A brand-new, epic sci-fi action-adventure where friendship is tested to the limits from bestselling author Tọlá Okogwu. Perfect for 8+ fans of the Onyeka series, Star Wars and Marvel! When a powerful group of aliens threaten Earth, a mysterious species called the Onni offers humanity hope. But there’s a catch. Ninety-one children from across the planet must first prove their worth by competing in a series of trials set on a distant planet. For twelve-year-old Kola, who has long dreamed of going into space, it’s the chance of a lifetime. But once aboard the Onni mothership, Kola finds himself thrown into a misfit team of Champions. As secrets unravel and tensions rise, Kola and his team must decide who to trust and what it really means to be a Champion. Because in the end, it’s not about being the smartest or the strongest. It’s about standing together. Praise for Tola Okogwu’s Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun: ‘Brilliant characters, action-packed plot, heartfelt themes of identity, family and friendship. A DAZZLING story about finding your power.’ Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken Legs ‘An incredible story that reinvents the concept of a school for magical kids. So inspiring and creatively original.’ L. D. Lapinski, author of The Strangeworlds Travel Agency ‘Fast-paced, action-packed and empowering. Tọlá Okogwu’s storytelling shines so bright you’ll want the next instalment immediately.’ A. F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief ‘An inspiring, original and exciting roller coaster of a book.’ Katie Tsang, co-author of Dragon Mountain ‘A rich and gripping story of discovering that your greatest power can come from within. I loved it!’ Lisa Thompson, author of The Goldfish Boy ‘Brilliant, witty writing and spot-on characterisation.’ Louie Stowell, author of Loki: A Bad God’s Guide to Being Good ‘A thrilling, magical page-turner. Children will fall in love with this story.’ Jenny McLachlan, author of The Land of Roar #39;Wildly fun and a huge breath of invigorating fresh air.’ Sam Copeland, author of Charlie Changes Into a Chicken ‘A thrilling, action-packed adventure full of heart. Onyeka is sure to be everyone #39;s new favourite superhero.’ Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear

Objev podobné jako Champions of the Galaxy - Tola Okogwu

The launch of an outstanding debut fantasy series.⠘A fresh, wild, gripping adventure.⠙ Kieran Larwood, author of The Legend of Podkin One-Ear⠘A thrilling, highly imaginative and action-packed fantasy.⠙ Louie Stowell, author of Otherland and Loki Thrilling . . . a wonderful adventure. L. D. Lapinski, author of The Strangeworlds Travel Agency I absolutely loved it. Tolá Okogwu, author of Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun Pulse-pounding action. A. F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn ThiefBeware of the shadows, the Reaper King is coming . . .Mia always dreamed of being an umbra tamer until she met the wild creature on the Nightmare Plains. Since that day, she prefers to stay safe within the walls of Nubis. Safe, that is, until a surprise attack. With her parents captured, Mia⠙s only hope is to travel to the City of Light to find help. But with only her little brother, two friends and one solitary tamed umbra, the journey feels impossible. Mia not only has to overcome her fears, she also has to learn to harness her umbra taming abilities if they are to complete the quest in time.For fans of Amari and the Night Brothers, The Legend of Podkin One-Ear and Nevermoor, this is the first in the sensational Umbra Tales series, illustrated by Ana Latese.

Objev podobné jako Mia and the Lightcasters - Janelle McCurdy

Laugh your head off in this second adventure in the bestselling, highly acclaimed Grimwood series. Your favourite fox cub siblings Ted and Nancy are back with an all-new wildly funny story that will have children (and their grown-ups) begging for more. Perfect for readers age 7+, and fans of Dog Man, Roald Dahl, David Walliams, Loki, Bunny vs Monkey and anyone who likes to laugh. Ted and Nancy love their new life in Grimwood – the forest where anything can happen. But the dastardly mayor of neighbouring town Twinklenuts is on a mission to take over Grimwood and kick everyone out. Ted and Nancy must muster up bags of courage, rally their friends, and show off their treebonking skills to save the home they’ve grown to love. Fully illustrated throughout and full of heart, laughs and surprises, this is the must-read second title in the bestselling and fantastically funny Grimwood series.Grimwood: Party Animals, the must-read fourth Grimwood adventure OUT NOW. Nadia Shireen has won awards for her picture books including the UKLA Book Award for Good Little Wolf and most recently for Barbara Throws a Wobbler, which has been described as a ‘little doorway of joy’ by Caitlin Moran. She’s also been shortlisted for the Roald Dahl Funny Prize and the Waterstones Children #39;s Book Prize, and has been Writer-Illustrator in Residence for BookTrust. Grimwood is her first series for older readers.PRAISE FOR GRIMWOOD: #39;Grimwood is where I want to be. A carnival of crazed confused comical critters that is more real than real life. Lots of things make me laugh but Grimwood makes me laugh out loudest. #39; – Frank Cottrell-Boyce ‘Funny, anarchic, original and gloriously silly.’ – Richard Osman ‘Ted and Nancy are my favourite funny foxes EVER.’ – Liz Pichon, author of Tom Gates ‘I CACKLED ALOUD on practically every page. Comic gold, tinged with such tenderness.’ – Kiran Millwood Hargrave #39;Gloriously anarchic, properly funny and highly illustrated with dynamic black-and-white art, this is a quirky delight for children – and their parents, too. #39; – The Bookseller #39;Dark, original and laugh-out-loud funny #39; – The Times #39;This book made my face hurt! Relentlessly funny. #39; – Rob Biddulph #39;Like Watership Down, but funny. You’ll laugh hysterically on every page. #39; – Caitlin Moran #39;Fantastic. #39; – Lauren Laverne #39;Pure genius! #39; – Louie Stowell #39;Made us laugh out loud. #39; – Jim Smith, author of Barry Loser #39;You’re in for a treat! #39; – Selom Sunu, illustrator of Look Both Ways #39;Utterly HILARIOUS #39; – Sophy Henn, author-illustrator of Pizazz ‘Every page of the book zings with invention and joie de vivre’ – The Financial Times

Objev podobné jako Grimwood: Let the Fur Fly! - Nadia Shireen

Venture back to Grimwood in the wildly funny third book in Nadia Shireen #39;s bestselling and brilliantly anarchic illustrated comedy-adventure series. Perfect for readers age 7+, and fans of Dog Man, Roald Dahl, David Walliams, Loki: A Bad God #39;s Guide to Being Good, Bunny vs Monkey and anyone who likes to laugh. A Bigfoot is on the loose! Ted, Nancy, Willow and the rest of the Grimwood gang must embark on their greatest adventure yet to save their home from a nasty, thieving stink monster. Monster hunters are GO!Fully illustrated throughout and full of heart, laughs and surprises, this is the must-read third title in the bestselling and fantastically funny Grimwood series.Grimwood: Party Animals, the must-read fourth Grimwood adventure OUT NOW. PRAISE FOR GRIMWOOD: #39;Grimwood is where I want to be. A carnival of crazed confused comical critters that is more real than real life. Lots of things make me laugh but Grimwood makes me laugh out loudest. #39; – Frank Cottrell-Boyce ‘Funny, anarchic, original and gloriously silly.’ – Richard Osman ‘Ted and Nancy are my favourite funny foxes EVER.’ – Liz Pichon, author of Tom Gates ‘I CACKLED ALOUD on practically every page. Comic gold, tinged with such tenderness.’ – Kiran Millwood Hargrave #39;Gloriously anarchic, properly funny and highly illustrated with dynamic black-and-white art, this is a quirky delight for children – and their parents, too. #39; – The Bookseller #39;Dark, original and laugh-out-loud funny #39; – The Times #39;This book made my face hurt! Relentlessly funny. #39; – Rob Biddulph #39;Like Watership Down, but funny. You’ll laugh hysterically on every page. #39; – Caitlin Moran #39;Fantastic. #39; – Lauren Laverne #39;Pure genius! #39; – Louie Stowell #39;Made us laugh out loud. #39; – Jim Smith, author of Barry Loser #39;You’re in for a treat! #39; – Selom Sunu, illustrator of Look Both Ways #39;Utterly HILARIOUS #39; – Sophy Henn, author-illustrator of Pizazz ‘Every page of the book zings with invention and joie de vivre’ – The Financial Times

Objev podobné jako Grimwood: Attack of the Stink Monster! - Nadia Shireen

Wildly imaginative, brilliantly written and perfectly illustrated. This is a joy to read. – David WalliamsSuperstar, author and illustrator Rob Biddulph dazzles in Peanut Jones and the Twelve Portals. This second title in the hilarious adventure series for boys and girls aged 8 to 12 fizzes with magic, danger, friendship and art. It is fully illustrated throughout by Rob, the creative genius behind #DrawWithRob. Another absolute smasher from Rob Biddulph! Gorgeously illustrated and a joyfully escapist adventure. – Louie Stowell, author of Loki: A Bad God s Guide to Being GoodSome legends are born, some are drawn . . .Famous works of art are disappearing from all over the world. One moment they are there, the next, they have crumbled to dust. Peanut Jones, artist and adventurer, and her friends suspect it might have something to do with the magical world of Chroma and the wicked Mr White s plot to wipe out colour, art and creativity. It s time to head back to the Illustrated City and help the resistance fight back. . .*Winner of The Week Junior s Cover of the Year Award*Praise for the first title in the series Peanut Jones and the Illustrated City: Peanut Jones is AWESOME. I loved this book from start to finish - the story is packed with twists and turns, and Rob’s illustrations are full of wit and warmth . . . I need to know what happens next! – Nadia Shireen A wildly imaginative, big-hearted celebration of creativity – Anna James, author of the Pages Co series Look at this utter beauty . . . This book is EPIC – Laura Ellen Anderson, author of the Amelia Fang series

Objev podobné jako Peanut Jones and the Twelve Portals - Rob Biddulph

Another absolute smasher from Rob Biddulph! - Louie Stowell, bestselling author of Loki: A Bad God s Guide to Being GoodSuperstar author and illustrator Rob Biddulph dazzles in Peanut Jones and the End of the Rainbow. This third and final title in the hilarious adventure series for boys and girls aged 8 to 12. Fully illustrated in black and white throughout by Rob, the creative genius behind #DrawWithRob.Some legends are born, some are drawn . . .Notorious villain Mr White will stop at nothing to wipe out colour and creativity everywhere. But he’s gone too far! This time he’s lured Peanut’s mum into terrible danger and only Peanut and her friends can save her. An action-packed mission to the heart of the magical Illustrated City tests friendships and leads to a final showdown that makes Peanut question everything she thought she knew . . .Praise for the Peanut Jones series: A fun vibrant action-packed adventure with a warm heart. This is Rob Biddulph’s creative universe it’s an utter joy to step through the pages be part of it. – Hannah Gold, bestselling author of The Last Bear A thrilling journey into a magical world packed with Rob’s brilliant humour. – David Walliams Peanut Jones is AWESOME. . . the story is packed with twists and turns, and Rob s illustrations are full of wit and warmth - Nadia Shireen, author of Grimwood Look at this utter beauty. . . This book is EPIC - Laura Ellen Anderson, author of the Amelia Fang and Rainbow Grey series A wildly imaginative, big-hearted celebration of creativity - Anna James, author of the Pages Co series

Objev podobné jako Peanut Jones and the End of the Rainbow - Rob Biddulph

SHORTLISTED FOR THE WEEK JUNIOR BOOK AWARDS, THE JHALAK PRIZE AND THE BRANFORD BOASE AWARD Thrilling, tautly-written, pulls you right in and keeps you there! Plus: bonus trickster god! Louie Stowell, author of Loki A fast-paced, first-class debut with action scenes that will leave you breathless and characters who will have you cheering. I loved it! A.F. Steadman, author of the Skandar seriesDiscover a fierce and fun story of one boy versus six gods, from a magical new voice in children s fiction... Kayode dreams of eating the forbidden fruit of the Orishas, so he can gain the power of the gods and stop them terrorizing his people. So when a fruit mysteriously appears in his path after the Orishas snatch his sister, he leaps on it. Surging with new and difficult-to-control powers, he joins forces with a shapeshifting trickster god and a vengeful princess to save his sister and put an end to the mighty Orishas. But each has more fearful powers than the last - and Kayode s stolen half-god strength won t last for ever...

Objev podobné jako The Boy to Beat the Gods - Ashley Thorpe

NOT FOR GROWN-UPS!Wish you could hunt down a FEROCIOUS beast?Ever wondered what a REAL night sky looks like? Want to embrace your WILD side?Join Kamal as he attempts to SURVIVE THE WILD! Kamal s class is going to the woods and Kamal has promised to track down the infamous BEAST OF CRIGGILY WOOD. He throws himself into the wilderness with nothing but his two best friends, his wits and the mysterious Cheat Book. The Cheat Book promises its reader lifehacks for literally any occasion . . . But can it help Kamal to track down the beast lurking in the shadows, dodge all the poison ivy and make it home in one piece? Join Kamal on his hilarious new adventure, from brilliant author-illustrator RAMZEE. Perfect for 8+ readers of Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Loki. With black-and-white illustrations throughout!PRAISE FOR THE CHEAT BOOK (vol.1): Laugh-out-loud funny. Kids are going to love The Cheat Book! Cressida Cowell, bestselling author of How to Train Your Dragon Comedy gold! Louie Stowell, bestselling author of Loki: A Bad God s Guide series Clever and hilarious ... A funny and much needed fresh voice in the middle grade arena Dapo Adeola, award-winning illustrator An authentic heart-warming story, jam-packed with fun, friendship and just the right amount of peril - it s the coolest book in town! Rachael Davis, author of I am NOT a Prince! Move over, Tom Gates, there s a new kid on the block! The Cheat Book is an absolutely hilarious, riot of a read Swapna Haddow, author of the Dave Pigeon series A HILARIOUS quest for coolness. It s fresh, it s joyous... Children are going to love it! Rashmi Sirdeshpande, award-winning children s author

Objev podobné jako The Cheat Book (vol.2) - RAMZEE

Boss of the Underworld is one of the funniest books I ve read this year, maybe this lifetime, and I m not even exaggerating. It s INCREDIBLE. Jamie Smart, creator of Bunny vs MonkeyJoin Shirley and her giant cockroach friend, George, on a strange adventure through the Underworld. Will they triumph over scary foes, resist eating delicious things in the forest, navigate the Bog of Intense Emotions, and find their way into the dark sewers to confront the Green Menace??There are many ways into the Underworld... but only one way out!Fast-paced, funny and accessible, this graphic novel series is fizzing with charm and energy.Praise for Boss of the Underworld: Genuinely laugh out loud funny Louie Stowell Out of this underworld! Steven Lenton A tour de force of silliness Gary Northfield

Objev podobné jako Boss of the Underworld: Shirley vs the Green Menace - Tor Freeman

Venture back to Grimwood in the wildly funny third book in Nadia Shireen #39;s bestselling and brilliantly anarchic illustrated comedy-adventure series. Perfect for readers age 7+, and fans of Dog Man, Roald Dahl, David Walliams, Loki: A Bad God #39;s Guide to Being Good, Bunny vs Monkey and anyone who likes to laugh. A Bigfoot is on the loose! Ted, Nancy, Willow and the rest of the Grimwood gang must embark on their greatest adventure yet to save their home from a nasty, thieving stink monster. Monster hunters are GO!Fully illustrated throughout and full of heart, laughs and surprises, this is the must-read third title in the bestselling and fantastically funny Grimwood series.Grimwood: Party Animals, the must-read fourth Grimwood adventure OUT NOW. PRAISE FOR GRIMWOOD: #39;Grimwood is where I want to be. A carnival of crazed confused comical critters that is more real than real life. Lots of things make me laugh but Grimwood makes me laugh out loudest. #39; – Frank Cottrell-Boyce ‘Funny, anarchic, original and gloriously silly.’ – Richard Osman ‘Ted and Nancy are my favourite funny foxes EVER.’ – Liz Pichon, author of Tom Gates ‘I CACKLED ALOUD on practically every page. Comic gold, tinged with such tenderness.’ – Kiran Millwood Hargrave #39;Gloriously anarchic, properly funny and highly illustrated with dynamic black-and-white art, this is a quirky delight for children – and their parents, too. #39; – The Bookseller #39;Dark, original and laugh-out-loud funny #39; – The Times #39;This book made my face hurt! Relentlessly funny. #39; – Rob Biddulph #39;Like Watership Down, but funny. You’ll laugh hysterically on every page. #39; – Caitlin Moran #39;Fantastic. #39; – Lauren Laverne #39;Pure genius! #39; – Louie Stowell #39;Made us laugh out loud. #39; – Jim Smith, author of Barry Loser #39;You’re in for a treat! #39; – Selom Sunu, illustrator of Look Both Ways #39;Utterly HILARIOUS #39; – Sophy Henn, author-illustrator of Pizazz ‘Every page of the book zings with invention and joie de vivre’ – The Financial Times

Objev podobné jako Grimwood: Attack of the Stink Monster! - Nadia Shireen

Robin Stevens is Agatha Christie for children - Katherine Rundellâ ˜Itâ ™s hard to know where to start. Thereâ ™s so much to say â “ about the murders, and the codes, and the spy, that Iâ ™m getting tangled up in the story already... It s December 1941, and almost Christmas, when a bomb falls on Deepdean School for Girls. May and Nuala are whisked away from the chaos and sent to stay with May s big sister, Hazel Wong, who is working at Bletchley Park.Within seconds, they re thrown straight into their most dangerous case yet. A codebreaker has been shot in what appears to be a tragic accident - until a suspicious and top-secret message is discovered in his pocket. Was he a spy, working for the other side? Was the message planted on him? Most importantly - was this murder?Worst of all, Daisy s big brother, Bertie Wells, is being blamed. Itâ ™s up to May, Nuala and their friend Eric to prove Bertie s innocence and solve the mystery. But Bletchley is a strange and secretive place, full of Britain s most ingenious minds. They ll need to watch, listen, and puzzle out the incredible, unthinkable truthâ ¦The thrilling brand-new mystery from the million-copy-bestselling author of Murder Most Unladylike.Praise for Robin Stevens: Absolutely thrilling Louie Stowell Superb Observer Funny, clever and warm . . . Such a delight Louise O Neill Jolly gripping stuff The Times Spirited and fun . . . A must for young murder mystery fans Bookseller Triumphant . . . Deserves to be read for years to come Guardian

Objev podobné jako The Ministry of Unladylike Activity 3: A Stocking Full of Spies - Robin Stevensová

The side-splittingly funny sequel to Nora and the Map of Mayhem by award-winning author Joseph Elliott, star of CBeebies #39; Swashbuckle.When Nora is invited to a fancy dress party, she thinks that #39;s the worst of her problems . . . until she discovers her friend Grizzler is missing. After finding his boat completely wrecked, Nora sets off on a wild adventure to try and find him - though she doesn #39;t expect her great-grandkids, Atticus and Autumn, to have stowed away for the ride! Between dodging fingernail-eating skuttlecrags and wrangling ice-breathing jujugars, there #39;s also whispers of a rogue Monster Hunter on the loose with monstrous plans in motion. With only some wool, a corkscrew and half a pack of sweets in their possession, can the trio stop the true villain before it #39;s too late?Complete with wild and joyful illustrations from Nici Gregory, this rip-roaring tale is perfect for readers aged 8 and up!PRAISE FOR NORA AND THE MAP OF MAYHEM: #39;Exactly the kind of anarchy I love. #39; - Louie Stowell #39;Riotously funny, utterly unique #39; - Jenny Pearson #39;A whirlwind of hilarity! #39; - Laura Ellen Anderson

Objev podobné jako Nora and the Compass of Chaos - Joseph Elliott

Return to Grimwood in the wildly funny fifth book in Nadia Shireen #39;s bestselling and brilliantly anarchic illustrated comedy-adventure series. Perfect for readers age 7 to 107, fans of Dog Man, Roald Dahl, Bunny vs Monkey and David Walliams, and anyone who loves to laugh. Grimwood needs a new mayor! Titus has finally decided he’s had enough, leaving behind big antlers to fill. With characters new and old throwing their hats into the ring, who has what it takes, who has a hidden agenda, and who is simply in it for the parties? The only people who can decide the fate of Grimwood are . . . the residents of Grimwood. Oh no. Fully illustrated throughout and full of heart, laughs and surprises, this is the must-read fifth title in the bestselling and fantastically funny Grimwood series.PRAISE FOR GRIMWOOD: ‘Funny, anarchic, original and gloriously silly.’ – Richard Osman ‘Ted and Nancy are my favourite funny foxes EVER.’ – Liz Pichon, author of Tom Gates ‘I CACKLED ALOUD on practically every page. Comic gold, tinged with such tenderness.’ – Kiran Millwood Hargrave #39;Pure genius! #39; – Louie Stowell #39;Made us laugh out loud. #39; – Jim Smith, author of Barry Loser #39;Grimwood is where I want to be. A carnival of crazed confused comical critters that is more real than real life. Lots of things make me laugh but Grimwood makes me laugh out loudest. #39; – Frank Cottrell-Boyce

Objev podobné jako Grimwood: Rock the Vote! - Nadia Shireen

⠘A brilliant novel⠦ courageous, necessary and deeply touching⠙ GuardianÉdouard Louis grew up in a village in northern France where many live below the poverty line. His bestselling debut novel about life there, The End of Eddy, has sparked debate on social inequality, sexuality and violence.It is an extraordinary portrait of escaping from an unbearable childhood, inspired by the author⠙s own. Written with an openness and compassionate intelligence, ultimately, it asks, how can we create our own freedom?⠘A mesmerising story about difference and adolescence⠙ New York Times⠘Édouard Louis⠦is that relatively rare thing ⠓ a novelist with something to say and a willingness to say it, without holding back⠙ The Times⠘Louis⠙ book has become the subject of political discussion in a way that novels rarely do⠙ Garth Greenwell, New Yorker

Objev podobné jako The End of Eddy - Édouard Louis

Laugh-out-loud funny. Kids are going to love The Cheat Book! Cressida Cowell, bestselling author Comedy gold! Louie Stowell, author of Loki Clever and hilarious ... A funny and much needed fresh voice in the middle grade arena Dapo Adeola, award-winning illustratorForgotten your homework and need to WING it?Wish you could talk your way out of DETENTION?Want to SQUASH your bullies and RISE to the top?Join Kamal on his hilarious journey from INVISIBLE to INVINCIBLE! Kamal is better than anyone else in his school at fading into the background. When you re a refugee and you ve started a new school three times in as many years, you learn to keep your head down.But, after a major puke incident in front of the whole school, being invisible is no longer an option. And when Kamal finds a mysterious CHEAT BOOK in the library that promises to help him gain popularity, he sees a chance to finally make his mark . . .This hilarious guide to being too cool for school (or just cool enough) from brilliant author-illustrator RAMZEE. Perfect for 8+ readers of Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Loki, with black-and-white illustrations throughout!

Objev podobné jako The Cheat Book (vol.1) - RAMZEE

Prepare for the magical adventure of your dreams, in the first in a brand-new series by L.D. Lapinski, author of Strangeworlds Travel Agency. A stupendous, witty, humane fantasy. Lapinski s done it again - an inventive, compelling world and characters I would die for. LD Lapinski is a genius! Louie Stowell, author of Loki: A Bad God s Guide seriesFor the last 400 years, magic has been fading...Edward Crane has always feared he won t have any magic at all. Sure, he s part of a powerful magic Artezan family, but he s adopted. His twin sister, Elodie, isn t so worried, but then everything always seems to work out perfectly for her.So when Ed discovers he does have an Artezan power after all, he s relieved. And it s more than he ever could have imagined - in fact, it s a dream come true.But the problem with dreams is that sometimes they twist themselves into nightmares. And with Ed s new abilities growing by the day, there s a chance that this nightmare will become all too real...

Objev podobné jako Artezans: The Forgotten Magic - L.D. Lapinski

For 400 years magic was fading. Two extraordinary twins have changed everything. Now magic is back, but it s out of control. . . Discover the extraordinary world of Artezans, by acclaimed middle-grade author, L.D. Lapinski.Praise for the Artezans series: A stupendous, witty, humane fantasy. . . an inventive, compelling world and characters I would die for. LD Lapinski is a genius! Louie Stowell, author of Loki: A Bad God s Guide seriesTwins Elodie and Edward Crane are Artezans, inheritors of strange and powerful magic. After surviving an epic battle with The Sandman, the twins are now shipwrecked on a mysterious island with storms raging around them. The islanders are welcoming, but troubled new friend, Laurie, knows more than they are willing to tell. And Elodie is haunted by ominous whispers that are growing ever louder.As magic spirals into chaos, it s time for Ed and Elodie to face their destiny as they seek the lost Artezan Masters . . .

Objev podobné jako Artezans: The Whispering World - L.D. Lapinski

Ancient demons. Shape-shifting sidekicks. Sword-swallowing assassins. Welcome to Olori.... Epic storytelling with a sharp wit. I love Kòkú! - Louie Stowell, author of Loki: A Bad God s Guide to Being GoodWhen 13-year-old Koku Akanbi accidentally unleashes a demon on a school trip, he has no idea what he s set in motion.Suddenly Koku is whisked away from his life in London and transported to his family s homeland of Olori, a mysterious place in which darkness is about to disappear forever - along with the magical creatures living within it.Accompanied by two super-powered sidekicks, Koku embarks on a mission to save Olori - and unlock his own extraordinary power... Sharp, witty, original and thrilling - The GuardianSet in a unique magical world inspired by West African mythology, Koku Akanbi and the Heart of Midnight is the start of an unmissable new fantasy adventure series for fans of Marvel and Percy Jackson.

Objev podobné jako Koku Akanbi: The Heart of Midnight - Maria Motunrayo Adebisi

A Mill & Mortar THE SPICE éves naptár egy 12 fémdobozból álló készlet, amely minden hónapra egy különleges fűszert vagy keveréket tartalmaz. A fűszerek szerves alapanyagokból készültek, és egy elegáns fadobozban érkeznek. A termék ideális ajándék a főzés szerelmeseinek, akik szeretnének új ízeket fedezni fel.

• 12 különleges, hónapra lebontott fűszer a prémium fémdobozokban.
• Elegáns fadoboz, amely stílusos konyhai dekoráció is egyben.
• Kiváló minőségű, szerves alapanyagokból készült fűszerek és keverékek.
• Teljes éven át tartó gasztronómiai inspiráció és felfedezés.

Objev podobné jako Roční kalendář THE SPICE, Mill

A THE ESSENTIALS kupcake készlet 14 darabból áll, amelyeket egy elegáns, rózsaszín, könyv alakú dobozban tárolnak. Tartalmaz egy fa nyelű szilikonspatulát, egy textil díszítő zsákot, nyolc szilikontálcát és tíz különböző méretű díszítő csövet. A készlet minden szükséges eszközt biztosít a tökéletes kupcakek elkészítéséhez és díszítéséhez.

• Könyv alakú, rózsaszín dobozban található elegáns készlet, amely könnyen tárolható és stílusosan mutat a polcon.
• Tartalmaz minden alapvető eszközt a tökéletes kupcakek elkészítéséhez és díszítéséhez, beleértve a szilikontálcákat, a díszítő csöveket és a textil díszítő zsákot.
• A szilikontálcák újrahasználhatók, környezetbarátak és egyenletes sütést biztosítanak, míg a fa nyelű szilikonspatula precíz keverést és kenést tesz lehetővé.
• A készlet tartós, minőségi anyagokból készült, könnyen tisztítható, és ideális kezdőknek és otthoni sütőknek egyaránt.

Objev podobné jako Sada na cupcakes THE ESSENTIALS, sada 14 ks, růžová, Printworks

Hudební CD - Johnny Winter a jeho výběr na tomto 2CD. Johnny Winter byl americký bluesový kytarista, zpěvák, hráč na foukací harmoniku a producent. Seznam stop CD 1 / Be Careful With a Fool / Pick Up On My Mojo / Parchman Farm / Birds Can #039;t Row Boats / Going Down Slow / My World Turns All Around Her / Avocado Green / I Had to Cry / The Guy You Left Behind / Gone for Bad / Leave My Woman Alone / Out of Sight / Night Ride (Instrumental) / That #039;s What Love Does / Don #039;t Drink Whiskey / CD 2 / Bad News / Thirty-two-twenty Blues / Jumpin #039; Jack Flash / Low Down Gal of Mine / We Go Back Quite a Ways / The Mistress / Louie Louie / Jack Daniels Kind of Day / Easy Lovin #039; Girl / Ice Cube (Instrumental) / Stay By My Side / Suicide Won #039;t Satisfy / Voodoo Twist / Creepy (Instrumental) / Blue Suede Shoes

Objev podobné jako Winter Johnny: The Album - CD (4260494433531)

The funny, highly illustrated diaries of a boy called Hercules andhis mission to find popularity and his mysterious (maybe even magical)dad! Inspired by Greek mythology, perfect for readers of8+ and fans of Louie Stowell s Loki.

Objev podobné jako Hercules: the Diary of a (Sort of) Hero - Tom Vaughan

Stress-free, simple hacks to spruce up your home in a matter of minutes. In The Five Minute Clean Routine, Anna Louisa (also known as @anna_louisa_at_home) shares her secrets to a fresh, shining home. Breaking down household cleaning tasks into 5-minute chunks, Anna Louisa shows how you can create a satisfying routine that works for you for every room - from kitchen to bathroom and everywhere in between. Written in Anna’s trademark warm style, this book is bursting with ideas to make both everyday and deep clean tasks totally hassle free, whether it s getting rid of grease from your air fryer, vanishing limescale in an instant or using store cupboard ingredients to keep your home smelling fresh. Including: Over 100 cleaning techniques for the home Tried and tested cleaning product combinations Planner pages and lists to tick off as you go The Five Minute Clean Routine promises to show how your household and cleaning routines can become easy and efficient.

Objev podobné jako The 5 Minute Clean Routine - Louisa Anna

Freestyle koloběžka s nosností 75kg, materiál hliník, ložiska ABEC 9, velikost koleček 3,94", hmotnost 3,5kg Triky, skoky a extrémní zatížení - pro odolnou freestyle koloběžku Slamm úplná hračka. Perfektní je, že se svou výškou přizpůsobila i dětem, takže i kdyby byly menšího vzrůstu, snadno na řídítka dosáhnou. Určitě při výběru vezměte v potaz i doporučenou výšku postavy, která by měla dosahovat mezi 10 a 130 cm. Maximální hmotnost, kterou může jezdec mít, je 75 kg. Rám freestyle koloběžky Slamm - Tantrum V9 - Blue velmi lehkého hliníku, přičemž celková její hmotnost je 3,5 kg. Pro madla vybral výrobce materiál, kterým je guma, což znamená jistotu úchopu a komfort držení. Přední kolo je o průměru 3,94, zadní kolo má 3,94". Barva povrchu rámu černá a modrá. Koloběžka není jen mini dopravní prostředek, s freestyle koloběžkou Slamm si dopřejete i maximální uvolnění a zábavu. Rozhodující parametry freestylové koloběžky Slamm - Tantrum V9 - Blue Zvládne i...

Objev podobné jako Slamm - Tantrum V9 - Blue (5059028008593)