Publication Date: 5 October 2023 The Blurb The multi-award-winning duo of Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen tackle a perennial question: how does Santa go down the chimney?When Santa arrives at a child’s house on Christmas Eve, does he go down the chimney feetfirst or headfirst? What if he gets stuck? What if there’s no chimney? Maybe he … Continue reading How Does Santa Go Down The Chimney? by Mac Barnett, illustrated by Jon Klassen
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The Council Of Good Friends by Nikesh Shukla, illustrated by Rochelle Falcomer
Publication Date: 7 September 2023 The Blurb Vinay, Musa, Inua and Nish are best friends. Nothing can separate them… until one day when Vinay’s cousin comes to invade his bunk bed haven (i.e. share his room). When a prank war starts, can the friends remember what really matters? The Review A hilarious, prank filled exploration … Continue reading The Council Of Good Friends by Nikesh Shukla, illustrated by Rochelle Falcomer
Stuntboy, In-Between Time by Jason Reynolds, illustrated by Raul The Third
Publication Date: 29 August 2023 The Blurb Portico Reeves is the greatest superhero a lot of people have never heard of. He likes it that way—then no one can get in the way of him from keeping other people safe. Super safe. He’s Stuntboy. He’s got the moves. And the saves. Except. There’s been one … Continue reading Stuntboy, In-Between Time by Jason Reynolds, illustrated by Raul The Third
The Corny Scaredy-Cat Paranormal Investigation Squad by David Wandsworth
Publication Date: 28 October 2022 The Blurb Enter a world of ghosts unlike any you've read about before, creepy, funny and unpredictable. Join Alistair, Saoirse and Billy (The Corny-Scaredy-Cat-Paranormal Investigation Squad) on their ghost hunts. Who are the ghosts? Can the ghost hunters solve that mystery and will they come out alive? Cover illustration by … Continue reading The Corny Scaredy-Cat Paranormal Investigation Squad by David Wandsworth
Agent Moose: Moose On A Mission by Mo O’Hara, illustrated by Jess Bradley
Publication Date:7 July 2022 The Blurb There's a thief on the loose in the Big Forest, and there's only one moose who can stop them! There’s big news in the Big Forest! The circus is in town, Granny Moose is coming to visit, and someone is stealing from innocent animals. Agent Moose and Owlfred rush … Continue reading Agent Moose: Moose On A Mission by Mo O’Hara, illustrated by Jess Bradley
The Dastardly Duo by Burhana Islam, illustrated by Farah Khandaker
Publication Date: 17 March 2022 The Blurb Yusuf has messed up big time... AGAIN. He needs to defend his family's honour.What better way to do that than by running for class president?Expect more chaotic mishaps, more mayhem, and even more laughter! The Review Following on from Mayhem Mission, The Dastardly Duo is, as the series is titled, Laugh-Out-Loud! Sharp humour, … Continue reading The Dastardly Duo by Burhana Islam, illustrated by Farah Khandaker
Max Counts To A Million by Jeremy Williams
Publication Date: 3 March 2022 The Blurb Do you like epic quests of amazing counting? Do you dislike global pandemics, being stuck at home, and the number 7? Then I have a story for you. It's about how I counted to a million during lockdown - with help from Mum and Dad, friends and neighbours, … Continue reading Max Counts To A Million by Jeremy Williams
What’s New Harper Drew? by Kathy Weeks, illustrated by Aleksei Bitskoff
Publication Date: 3 February 2022 The Blurb Welcome to the hilarious WORLD of Harper Drew... there's a whole lot of DRAMA, but luckily she has tried and tested methods to deal with it! My name is Harper Drew. I'm using my new journal to take note of all the totally ridiculous things that seem to … Continue reading What’s New Harper Drew? by Kathy Weeks, illustrated by Aleksei Bitskoff
Pop! by Mitch Johnson
Publication Date: 6 May 2021 The Blurb Queenie stares out at the ocean and dreams of a world beyond her small-town. She's about to get her wish... When the priceless recipe to the world's most popular drink - thought to be lost forever - washes up at her feet, Queenie's life instantly changes. Everyone wants … Continue reading Pop! by Mitch Johnson
Llama On A Mission by Annabelle Sami, illustrated by Allen Fatimaharan
Publication Date: 29 April 2021 The Blurb Yasmin Shah is just like any other ten-year-old girl, with a crazy loud family, the BEST best friend ever& and a talking toy llama! With the help of her loud guardian llama Levi, Yasmin has finally found her voice, but her mission has only just begun. She is … Continue reading Llama On A Mission by Annabelle Sami, illustrated by Allen Fatimaharan