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Gift

Emma — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Elmer gets the greatest gift of all in this chunky, shaped board book!Aunt Zelda has a very special present to give to Elmer from Grandpa Eldo, but she might need a bit of help from Elmer and Rose to remember exactly what – or where – it is. The sixth in the series of My First Elmer… shaped board books makes the perfect gift for somebody special: discover together that love is the greatest gift of all.A perfect introduction to the world of Elmer for the very youngest readers, with an abridged text of the best-loved tale.Also available as a shaped board book:My First ElmerMy First Elmer BedtimeMy First Elmer ChristmasMy First Elmer BirthdayMy First Elmer Rainbow

The Butterfly House

Emma — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

From Waterstones Prize-winning Harry Woodgate, this stunning picture book shines a light on mental health, and how kindness, community and gardening can help heal the body and mind.To others, Miss Brown’s wild and overgrown house at the end of the road is scary, but to Holly it’s like something out of a fairy tale. Holly reaches out to Miss Brown and discovers that she isn’t scary at all: her brain has been ill for a while, and the wildness has spilled out. Can their budding friendship, and a bit of help with the butterflies in her garden, encourage Miss Brown to feel like herself again?

The Stinky Stolen Toenails

Emma — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Loki meets Horrible Histories in Stratford-upon-Avon starring history’s favourite genius, a young Will Shakespeare. My name is Will Shakespeare and I SHOULD be . . . Cleaning out the enormous pile of POO in our privy Collecting the CHRISTMAS PIE from the butcher’sBut I’m REALLY … Solving the MYSTERY of Henry VIII’s stolen STINKY toenail clippings Trying to get Ronaldo and Judy back together, because Ronaldo keeps crying like a baby Hiding from my parents because of the poo (see above) and I may have lost the pie.I’m in a turnip-load of TROUBLE …’I love this book’ Louie Stowell, author of Loki’Fizzes with mischief and wit!’ Clare Harlow, Author of the Tidemagic seriesHilariously illustrated throughout by debut talent, Sammy Elgie.

Chicken vs Egg

Emma — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Have you ever wondered which came first – the chicken or the egg? Get ready for the ultimate showdown in this race to the finish line and, finally, an answer to this age-old philosophical question! With Chicken’s obvious advantage, Egg’s surprising capabilities, and a pesky Fox with his own agenda, it’s anyone’s guess who will cross the line first. Will Chicken be able to outfox the competition? But wait, there’s a twist! Egg is hatching and a new runner is about to enter the race!A laugh-out-loud action-packed riot of a picture book race between two old rivals from award-winning author Gareth P. Jones.

Ten on the Bus

Emma — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Count down as each busy animal leaves Bunny’s bus, then count back up as they join Bunny on the way back!Welcome aboard Bunny’s Bus! There are 10 noisy animals on board until, “DING! DING!” goes the bell, “Next stop, please!” One by one, the animals leave the bus, counting down as they go… and when everyone has reached their stop, the bus is very quiet and Bunny Bus Driver is very bored. Good thing he’s going back the other way. Time to count back up!

Anya and the Light Above the Ocean

Emma — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000

A thrilling, heartfelt debut novel perfect for fans of Kiran Millwood Hargrave and Ross Montgomery.Anya reached out and placed her hand against the light.And then she was gone.When her mum disappears, Anya sets out to find her in the middle of a storm. Taking a boat out to sea, she encounters a strange window of light hovering above the waves. Transfixed, she reaches out to touch it. She then wakes in her boat, the sea now eerily silent. With her mum still missing, Anya is packed off to stay with an odd, unwelcoming couple. Trapped under their watchful gaze, she uncovers a shocking secret that changes everything she thought she knew. Anya must now battle to find the truth: about her mum, about the Light, and about herself.One of the most gripping and thought-provoking books you will ever read.’A singularly brave and reflective mystery with a thrilling sci-fi twist’ Ash Bond’From the opening page, I felt I had discovered a lost treasure’ Ross MacKenzieCover Illustration by Philip Harris.

Mummy’s Promise

Emma — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Discover the power of a mother’s love in this heartwarming and thrilling prehistoric adventure, from the team that created Daddy’s Footsteps.Mummy has always been there for her cub, as a role model, a teacher and a guide, and she has promised that her love for her will last forever. But when the cub and his friends are caught in a flood, he learns how to stand on his own paws, and is inspired to make a very special promise of her own…In this partner book to Daddy’s Footsteps, four prehistoric friends find their way in the world with the help of their mums – perfect to share together this Mother’s Day. An uplifting and heart-warming celebration of amazing mothers written in soft, poetic rhyme and illustrated in bright, colourful style by multi-award-winning team Michelle Robinson and Paddy Donnelly.

Splitting Hairs

Emma — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Hugh Dunnit is a schoolboy who only takes on the toughest cases. Like the case of the cloned school children. When Hugh notices there’s more than a hair out of place on his school photograph, there’s no time to mull it over, Hugh must cut to the chase and find the culprit. Is Hugh ready for this close shave with danger?A brilliantly funny detective story with comic-book art throughout by Lee Cosgrove.

The Really Beautiful Thing

Emma — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Squirrel is prepared to sell everything he has for The Really Beautiful Thing, but at what cost? A cautionary tale with a heartwarming ending about the force of greed and the power of friendship and family.Squirrel isn’t sure what The Really Beautiful Thing is – or even what it does – all he knows is that he wants it. When he can’t afford the price, he sells his comfy sofa, his fridge full of food, and even the house he shared with his friends . . . The Really Beautiful Thing costs Squirrel everything, and when it turns out to be A Really Useless Thing, will his friends be there to help him pick up the pieces?The perfect story to share with little ones about consumerism, greed and obsession, that teaches us we can’t always have everything we want . . . and that our loved ones will always be there to help us when we lose our way.