General Fiction

By Ash, Oak and Thorn by Melissa Harrison invites you into a spellbinding journey through the enchanting realm of nature. Perfect for cozy evening reads, this debut children's book is penned by an acclaimed nature writer and Costa Award nominee. This mesmerizing tale follows...

Foxlight: Winner of the Wainwright Children's Prize 2024 by Katya Balen is an enchanting tale that whisks readers away into a world brimming with adventure, sisterhood, and self-discovery. This award-winning narrative introduces us to twin sisters, Fen and Rey, who are found among the...

Rooftoppers: Winner of the Waterstones Children's Book Prize by Katherine Rundell is a magical celebration of adventure that has captivated hearts for a decade. This 10th Anniversary Edition features an exquisite cover roundel and an exclusive letter from the author, making it an essential...

Step into the mesmerizing world of The Wolf Wilder by Katherine Rundell, a celebrated author whose storytelling has won the prestigious Costa Children's Book Prize. This enchanting novel invites readers to embark on an unforgettable adventure, showcasing Rundell's "utterly distinctive voice and wild imagination,"...

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of The Last Bear, a spellbinding tale by the talented author Hannah Gold. This beautifully illustrated book, perfect for young readers aged 8 and above, invites you on a remarkable journey filled with friendship, adventure, and the profound...

The Island at the Edge of Night by Lucy Strange invites you on a mesmerizing journey into a world rich with mystery and Gothic allure. This gripping novel, shortlisted for the prestigious Waterstones Prize, unveils the labyrinthine depths of Faye's mind, set against the...

Impossible Creatures: INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER is a captivating masterpiece from the celebrated author Katherine Rundell, renowned for her magical storytelling that resonates with fans of fantasy giants like Tolkien and Pullman. This enchanting tale whisks readers away into a realm where creativity knows...

Greenwild: The World Behind The Door by Pari Thomson is an enchanting adventure that transports readers to a realm where magic thrives and mysteries await. Illustrated beautifully by Elisa Paganelli, this debut novel has captured hearts and imagination, earning prestigious accolades including the Overall...

The Explorer: WINNER OF THE COSTA CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARD by Katherine Rundell is a captivating journey that no young reader should miss. This award-winning story, celebrated with the Children's Book Prize, the Costa Children's Book Award 2017, and the London Book Fair Children's Travel...

Step into the captivating world of Letters from the Lighthouse, hailed as ‘THE QUEEN OF HISTORICAL FICTION’ by The Guardian. This gripping novel transports you back to February 1941, during the ravages of World War II, as twelve-year-old Olive Bradshaw confronts the harsh realities...

Step into the enchanting world of Earthsea: The First Four Books, a seminal collection by the acclaimed author Ursula Le Guin. This extraordinary compilation features A Wizard of Earthsea, The Tombs of Atuan, The Farthest Shore, and Tehanu, capturing the transformative journey of Ged,...

Discover the enchanting world of The Owl Service, a masterful novel crafted by the acclaimed author Alan Garner, famed for his Booker Prize-shortlisted work Treacle Walker. This literary gem is a must-have for every bookshelf, blending elements of mystery, adventure, and historical intrigue into...

Discover the magic in Calling the Whales by Jasbinder Bilan, an exhilarating adventure that is sure to captivate young readers and ignite their imaginations. This remarkable tale invites readers aged 9 and above into the heart of a daring rescue mission set in a...

Step into a mesmerizing world of enchantment with Darkling: The Owl's Song by the acclaimed poet and visual artist, Catherine Hyde. This exquisite gift book invites you on a nocturnal journey, revealing the hidden beauty and mysteries that come alive after dusk. Within these...

October, October: WINNER OF THE YOTO CARNEGIE MEDAL 2022, authored by the acclaimed Katya Balen, invites you into a mesmerizing tale where nature and emotion entwine in perfect harmony. This award-winning narrative, also honored with the Yoto Carnegie Shadowers' Choice Award 2022, has captured...

The Good Thieves by Katherine Rundell is an exhilarating literary adventure that will captivate readers of all ages. This award-winning title, recipient of the Foyles Children’s Book of the Year 2019, is praised by renowned authors, including Jacqueline Wilson, promising a thrilling ride through...

The Light in Everything: Shortlisted for the Yoto Carnegie Medal 2023 is a mesmerizing tale by acclaimed author Balen, whose previous novel, October, October, earned her the prestigious Yoto Carnegie Medal in 2022. This compelling story invites readers into a world filled with emotional...

Julia and the Shark: An enthralling, uplifting adventure story from the creators of LEILA AND THE BLUE FOX, takes readers on a journey through the vivid imagination of Kiran Millwood Hargrave. This exquisite tale invites children aged 9 and up to dive into a...

The Wolves of Willoughby Chase by Joan Aiken is a spellbinding adventure that transports readers to a whimsical version of 19th-century England, where wolves roam and danger is ever-present. This captivating tale follows the courageous Bonnie and her resourceful cousin Sylvia as they navigate...

The Rescue of Ravenwood, crafted by the esteemed Costa Award-winning author Natasha Farrant, is an exhilarating eco-adventure that captures the imagination of young readers and delights critics. Recognized as the Children's Book of the Year by the Sunday Times, this enchanting story effortlessly blends...

War Horse by Michael Morpurgo is a timeless masterpiece that captivates readers of all ages, drawing them into the heart-wrenching journey of Joey, a courageous horse navigating the atrocities of World War I. This poignant tale offers a unique perspective on loyalty, friendship, and...

Sky Chasers by Emma Carroll is not just a book; it's an exhilarating journey into the skies filled with adventure and dreams that will captivate readers of all ages. Set against the vibrant backdrop of 18th-century Paris, this award-winning historical fiction transports you to...

The Wild by Yuval Zommer is a captivating journey into a vibrant world that mirrors our own—a realm where nature flourishes and every creature plays a crucial role. This beautifully illustrated book serves as a heartfelt parable, urging us to cherish and protect our...

Finding Bear, the highly anticipated sequel by the acclaimed Levi Pinfold, will sweep you into an enchanting world filled with adventure and heart. This captivating tale is perfect for readers aged 8 and above, offering a narrative that resonates with young and old alike....

Spark by M.G. Leonard, the acclaimed author behind Twitch, Beetleboy, and Adventures on Trains, is an electrifying wildlife mystery that invites young readers to embark on an exciting adventure. This thrilling sequel captures the hearts of birdwatching detectives as they delve into a world...

Award-winning Hilary McKay brings the childhood of Victorian heroine Grace Darling to life in this heartfelt reimagining of her life up to and including the Forfarshire shipwreck. Despite her fear of boats, Grace Darling loves her life as the daughter of a lighthouse keeper...

Embark on an epic journey, in the jaw-dropping adventure to the bestselling and highly acclaimed Wolf Road, based on real archaeological discoveries, from award-winning historian and television presenter, Alice Roberts. ?'A fine storyteller' Philip Pullman The seasons are changing and Tuuli, along with her...

Mose and her daughter Agna are incomers in the village, treated with suspicion. But young Liva, left out of the secrets her sister Tove and brother Hakken share, idolises Agna and follows her everywhere. Unwittingly, they lead the German soldiers to a perfect island....

A flooded world. A floating circus. Two women in search of a home. North lives on a circus boat with her beloved bear, keeping a secret that could capsize her life. Callanish lives alone in her house in the middle of the ocean, tending...

Tourmaline's magic is no longer a secret, and everyone wants something from her, including her (potentially) villainous father. He wants her help on his mission to find the legendary City of Nowhere. But Tourmaline (along with her best friends George and Mai) has bigger...

Ever since she fell into the Source of all magic, Tourmaline seems to have developed strange new powers that are causing chaos. She can't work out how to control them and it's exhausting hiding them from everyone (except her best friends George and Mai)....

"An explosion of imagination - characters, world-building and story are all on point" - Irish ExaminerWhen Tourmaline's mother goes missing on a search for precious artefacts, Tourmaline sets off to find her with her best friend George, her new friend (former foe) Mai and...

Allie Esiri's beautiful gift anthology, A Nursery Rhyme for Every Night of the Year, is a definitive collection of nursery rhymes, with enchanting illustrations by Emily Faccini. The book includes 366 rhymes - traditional classics as well as favourite rhymes of today - each...

Find your voice in the waves in a heartfelt and hopeful story of family, friendship, and learning to accept change from the critically-acclaimed partnership, Sarah Ann Juckes and Sharon King-Chai, selected for Waterstones Children's Book of the Month with The Night Animals. Martha was...

An adventure to treasure from two multi award-winning creators, discover a classic story of family, friendship and believing in your own magic.� When Summer and her foster family are having lunch one day, a hole appears in the middle of the living room. That...

What if the knight destined to unite Britain was not King Arthur, but a woman? An epic Arthurian fantasy reimagining for fans of Leigh Bardugo�and Sarah J. Maas.?'History will not remember you; it will crown him with glory. You will be forgotten, and the...

Twelve-year-old Moll Pecksniff wakes one night in the middle of the forest, lured there by a recurring nightmare - the one with the drums and the rattles and the masks. The Dreamsnatcher is waiting. He has already taken her dreams and now he wants...

Dare to stray off the path into a spooky supernatural adventure of dark twists and creepy turns? The magic of Grimmhart Forest awaits... "Full of suspense, daringly dark magic and a forest-full of imagination - this is a book children will get a thrill...

A fabled witch. A powerful curse. A monster out for revenge. A spine-tingling adventure steeped in witchlore and darkly dangerous demon myths. 'I am tired of Eve Wersocki Morris being the best-kept secret in children's literature. I want everyone to be reading her mysterious...

A thrilling debut spooky mystery to send shivers down your spine, for fans of Michelle Harrison and Abi Elphinstone. 'I am tired of Eve Wersocki Morris being the best-kept secret in children's literature. I want everyone to be reading her mysterious and mesmirizing books....

"These wittily illustrated stories of mishaps, hurt feelings, fondness and friendship have a transporting quality." Guardian on Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other StoriesBear and Bird are best friends! And while they don't always understand each other, they both agree: all they want...

?These wittily illustrated stories of mishaps, hurt feelings, fondness and friendship have a transporting quality.? Guardian on Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other StoriesJust you and me and the stars. I?m as happy as can be... Bear and Bird are best friends! And...

Full of funny mix-ups and comic misunderstandings, as well as genuine warmth and affection, these four stories are the start of an irresistibly charming new chapter book series from award-winning creator Jarvis. "These wittily illustrated stories of mishaps, hurt feelings, fondness and friendship have...

Discover your wild side! Join twins Misha and Ziggy as they put their extraordinary animal powers to the test in this new illustrated wildlife adventure series for readers 6+.�For fans of Leonora Bolt and Space Detectives. Misha and Ziggy are no ordinary twins. They...

Only one thing was clear and certain - that at all costs he was going home, home to his own beloved master...'The Hunter children must go abroad, so they reluctantly leave their three pets in the care of a friend. But the faithful animals...

� The third dragon adventure from the legendary author of Inkheart, Cornelia Funke - over one million English language copies of DRAGON RIDER sold worldwide, and now a major movie on Sky Cinema! 'A warm-hearted dream of a book.' THE GUARDIAN on Dragon RiderBen...