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Inspiration for children and young people from adventurer Bear Grylls, brilliantly illustrated throughout.

Based on Hillsong's Grammy Award-winning, viral smash hit song, come on a fantastical journey of discovery for young readers.

Meet Bobby: an ordinary kid with an extraordinary voice!Sent off to school for the first time in his life, nine-year-old Bobby Dean is busy making new friends, learning lines for the Nativity Play, and trying to not laugh at the head teacher's terrible jokes. But then Bobby Dean discovers that when he sings magical things can happen! From rescuing kidnapped dogs, helping Santa, and even travelling back in time - Bobby Dean's first term is going to be one full of wonder, adventure, and the magic of song! Bobby Dean Saves Christmas is a magical and fun packed adventure for kids highlighting the importance of friendship, loyalty, accepting differences and above all being yourself it is perfect to be read aloud or for children to read alone.'A book full of music, magic & heart' - Dawn French'A wonderful story! I could hear the music ringing in my ears!' - Amanda Holden 'A magical book about a magical voice from an author who knows exactly how it feels!' - Alan Titchmarsh

The adventure continues! The Wingfeather Saga has an established online following and momentum is growing...

Things are about to go from bad to wolf in the howlingly entertaining third book of the Wingfeather Saga.

A Book of God's Bedtime Promises

A prince who was lost for wordsA sister who worried far too muchA brother who walked differently through the worldA girl who had to be seen to be believedJoin Krish and Miriam Kandiah on another adventure through 10 retellings of stories from the Bible!While many people with disabilities, differences and disadvantages are often under-valued in our society, under-acknowledged in history and under-represented, Krish and Miriam Kandiah team up again with illustrator Andy Gray to show how God gives people with disabilities a special mention, special honour and very special jobs.Come onboard for the next instalment of Whistlestop Tales! Sometimes we can focus on the stories of miraculous healing in the Bible, but this can make people with disabilities and differences feel like they have nothing to offer the world. But Krish and Miriam introduce us to people in the Bible of all shapes and sizes who go on incredible adventures with God!It's time to remember all the characters in the Bible who do amazing world-changing things - especially those who dare to be different.

A superspy from Syria on a surprising secret mission. An ancient mystery unlocked by a senator from Sudan. A brave refugee from Jordan who makes history. An Italian soldier whose world is turned upside down. Discover these and other brilliant Bible stories from around the world to inspire you on your own adventure with God! In ten action-packed stories, Whistlestop Tales tells how God uses people from all over the world in his global adventure. From Iraq to Italy, Sudan to Cyprus, each tale begins with a look at a modern-day country to help ground the characters in their original context and cultures. Things may not happen exactly as you'll find in the Bible, a Whistlestop Tale paints a picture of person, their challenges and victories in a new and exciting way to get you thinking.If you're a fan of David Walliams or Roald Dahl, the chances are you'll really enjoy a Whistlestop Tale and maybe look at the Bible in a whole new way!And don't be fooled by the frivolous first impression - Krish and Miriam are tackling a serious and timely issue here - flagging that racial diversity is a big feature of God's story in the Bible and often we overlook this. In their first children's book, Krish and Miriam Kandiah combine Biblical and theological expertise with a generous helping of artistic license and fun, and, with help from our incredible illustrator Andy Gray, show how a wonderful array of characters are swept up in God's plans for the whole world!

Inspired by the hugely successful How to Pray. Pete Greig takes his simple guide to prayer and gives children the same tools and encouragement. How to Pray: A Guide for Young Explorers is packed full of real life stories, teaching, fun facts, activities and inspiration to get creative and confident in prayer. With insights and ideas from CBBC presenter and author Gemma Hunt, children's workers and children from around the country, this is the go-to guide for prayer for a new generation.

Spring Term is here and if Bobby Dean thought his adventures were over, he couldn't be more wrong! He's going to have to deal with a giant Easter Bunny, an evil wizard, and a trip to the zoo - and what is the story behind the strange golden egg? But massive news then comes in and Bobby Dean needs to rescue the school, and his home, from demolition! With the help of his new pal, Noel the mouse, his fantastic gang of friends, and the magic of his voice, Bobby is in for another rollercoaster ride of a school term!

When Ezra says his Grandad lives somewhere really special, Zadie is sure she can find out where - but the answer is not what she expected at all . . .Where Grandad Lives encourages us all to talk more about those we've loved and lost.MOBO award-winning rapper Guvna B lost his father suddenly in 2017. Through his own experiences, Guvna B developed a passion to normalise the conversation of loss, grief and bereavement. Now with a family of his own, he and his wife Emma want to share this message with a new generation.'As we do life with our own son Ezra, we hope we can continue to have conversations with him about the loved ones we've lost. Though this can bring sadness, as well as happiness, we believe it's an important part of keeping their legacies alive and can help children understand more about who they are and the special people who came before them. We hope that this book is a helpful tool as you navigate life, grief and raising little ones.'[Author Bios:]Isaac Borquaye, more commonly known as Guvna B, is a three-time MOBO Award winning rapper, author and broadcaster from London. His album, everywhere + nowhere (2020) has amassed over 30 million streams and his book Unspoken: Toxic Masculinity and How I Faced the Man Within the Man (2021) became an Amazon bestseller. He has presented many documentaries across radio and TV and also appears regularly as a pundit on Sky Sports News, and as a guest on the Zoe Ball Breakfast show on BBC Radio 2. Emma Borquaye is a public speaker, author, mum of two and founder of a multi-award winning platform that provides resources to support young women navigating faith, identity and purpose. She loves building community with other mums and enjoys sharing honest and uplifting family and daily-life content on social media.

"Bear Grylls draws on his survival experience to share the principles that have helped him overcome fear, develop a positive mindset and live life with confidence."--Provided by publisher.