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Grandparents take centre stage in this charming tale as a young boy and his grandfather let their imaginations take flight for an afternoon of space exploration, with beautiful artwork from Hannah Coulson. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.

Nellie Choc-Ice is on her way home to the North Pole at last! But things don't go so smoothly when Captain Beardy-Beard's trusty submarine grinds to a halt in an island of plastic - and they aren't the only ones who are trapped. It's up to Nellie to untangle everyone from the mess ... But what are they going to do about all this plastic in the ocean?A touching and funny Little Gem from an author-illustrator dream team!

Scaredy-Cat Sophie is afraid of everything! But when a world-famous balloonist visits the town fair, it could finally be Sophie's chance to be brave... Take flight with a truly inspirational tale of courage and self-belief, inspired by the incredible life of Sophie Blanchard, the world's first female hot-air balloonist.

Paul du Pain's bakery is a very special place. Each day, Paul bakes the bread while Marie serves customers in the shop. But when Marie goes away, Paul's days become sad and grey. Without her, the bakery's magic is gone. Will Paul ever be able to win her back? A charming, heartfelt and timeless tale from an award-winning author-illustrator.

Molly Rogers and Barbarous Bertha are back in a brand new swashbuckling adventure from Cornelia Funke and Kasia Matyjaszek! Can Molly outwit Captain Firebeard and save Monkey Skull Island from his clutches? A fantastic pirate adventure for little readers, bursting with brilliant characters, gorgeous illustrations and lots of girl power!

When Frank starts a paper round to save money for a new bike, a mix-up with memory leads to an unlikely friendship ... A gorgeous new Little Gem from bestselling author Jonathan Meres, gently exploring Dementia and the importance of inter-generational friendships.

Everything's going wrong for the Saints this season and the team think their kit might be cursed! Can Stanley save the team and put their minds at rest before their final game? A laugh-out-loud footie tale for budding readers from award-winning author Phil Earle, featuring action-packed illustrations by Steve May.

A pleasingly absurd caper where kids outwit crooks, ghost are let out of the bag, and grandparents refuse to behave! From beloved and best-selling author Malorie Blackman.

A fun and colourful rhyming tale from one of the UKs most beloved author-illustrators, Nick Sharratt.

Super-smart inventor Mariella doesn't have time for sleep in this funny and life-affirming gem from award-winning beloved author Eoin Colfer, featuring colour illustrations from rising star Katy Halford.

A beautiful tale for dreamers from award-winning author Katherine Woodfine. Based on the life of Rose Bertin, the woman credited with creating haute-couture, and featuring stunning illustrations by Kate Pankhurst.

Children's book legend Michael Morpurgo teams up with amazing illustration newcomer Sam Usher for an adorable story with counting activities for parents and children to share. This has the makings of another Morpurgo classic.

When the rain threatens to ruin the fun at summer camp, Malik are tasked with some inventing... A funny and charming Little Gem from national treasure Anne Fine, with beautiful artwork by illustration star Vicki Gausden - Anne's collaborator on Out for the Count. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 5+

Charming and evocative Little Gem. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.

Witty, lively and full of fun, this cat-and-mouse tale from a former Children's Laureate is sure to delight young readers with clever twists and the satisfying defeat of one terrifying cat. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.

Absolutely delightful Little Gem favourite, now with full-colour illustrations. A perfectly pitched story of moonshine magic for early readers, from a master of the market. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.

Horrid Henry meets Mrs Doyle in this riotous comedy from Irish Laureate Eoin Colfer - now with full colour artwork. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.

A tiger in the back garden! A bird-eating spider in the cupboard! Elmo and his sister love playing in the jungle house next door, that is, until mean old Mr Birdsnest moves in. But when it appears that Mr Birdsnest has kidnapped their grandma they must sneak back in to rescue her! A delightful story by the Children's Laureate.

Warm and charming Little Gem bestseller, now available with full colour illustrations. A perfectly pitched story for early readers from the former Children's Laureate and master of the market. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.

A funny and thought-provoking Little Gem from national treasure Anne Fine, with sensitive and charming artwork by up-and-coming illustration star Vicki Gausden. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.

A jewel of a book illustrated throughout in silhouette and colour by award-winning Ian Beck (Tom Trueheart). Pictures and words weave together to create a hymn to colour, light and life. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.

A stunning prose retelling of the Beowulf legend from award-winning Brian Patten with fabulous artwork by new Children's Laureate Chris Riddell. Jacket foiling and neon pantone print interiors combine for a really fabulous Little Gem. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.

Charming countryside tale about the bond between children and animals, perfect for younger fans of Michael Morpurgo. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.

A swashbuckling adventure from TV star Tony Robinson. Ben arrives at pirate school ready and raring to go - but instead of lessons in walking the plank and cutlass-swinging, the school teaches business studies. Ben can't have that! An uprising is planned... High quality cream paper and easy to read special font ensure a smooth read for all.

A beautiful, heartwarming story set in Africa about a young boy and his yearning for a pet dog. From internationally bestselling author Alexander McCall Smith. High quality cream paper and a special easy-to-read font ensure a smooth read for all.

A hilarious Little Gem from Jeremy Strong, the master of comic writing for children, with character-packed illustration from Jamie Smith. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.

A great countryside tale. Chris, Lisa and Tom love their hide-out - but it has to stay a secret from the farmer who owns the land! From the multi award-winning master storyteller Michael Morpurgo. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.

A great countryside story from a master of the animal tale. Lisa and her cat Snug are inseparable...until the day Snug disappears. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.

A whimsical and charming fairytale. Newly-qualified fairy Cobweb is on a mission - she has lost a wish and must get it back! From beloved author/illustrator Ian Beck. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.

Chichico has everything he needs to be a top footballer - apart from a pair of boots! A little football story with a big heart from a top author. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.