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When Marina discovers a boy called William with a head of tentacles
and crab claws for hands, she resolves to help him unravel
the mystery of his past. But danger lurks among the fishmongers of
the seaside town of Merlington ...

A glorious new edition of Robin Jarvis's classic and the inspiration for The Power of Dark and its sequels. Contains bonus material specially produced for this Egmont Modern Classics title.

Let Charlie, the Twits, Sophie and Matilda introduce you to some brilliant beasts and repulsive brats - including the fabulous Mr Willy Wonka, the magnificent Roly-Poly Bird, the charming BFG and the barmy Trunchbull.

Since the death of her dear friend Mrs Fontana, Lauren has become the new Keeper of Magic. Lauren and Twilight take their new responsibilities very seriously and set out to help other unicorn friends to discover their own magical secrets.

A sunny holiday in Jersey for Mandy amd James gives them the chance to meet a beautiful feline friend!

This lively collection comes from West Africa, a place 'where stories grow on trees'. Here are the famous tricksters: Hare, Tortoise, and the greatest of them all - Ananse the spider.

Features a collection of stories from around the world that looks at heroes and prophets, the battle between good and evil, and creation myths. The stories in this work include: "Rama and Sita", "David and Goliath", "Odin", "Noah's Ship", "Beowulf", and "Moses and the Burning Bush". Each story also has a short introduction.

A classic collection of stories by one of the best-known and most esteemed retellers of the last fifty years. Enter a world of cunning, trickery, and revenge . . . Encounter bold warriors, courageous women, strength in battle and bravery against the odds. These are the stories of the Viking gods.

Dinah moves in with the Hunter family and starts going to the same school as her foster-brothers Lloyd and Harvey. It's not easy, as they seem to hate her, and school is really strange. Pupils suddenly talk like robots and do weird things - even Dinah finds herself acting oddly. She's sure the headmaster has some kind of power over them.

An Instant New York Times and Indie Bestseller!In the first middle grade offering from Zora Neale Hurston and Ibram X. Kendi, young readers are introduced to the remarkable and true-life story of Cudjo Lewis, one of the last survivors of the Atlantic human trade, in an adaptation of the internationally ...

A powerful and gripping story from multi-award-winning Jacqueline Woodson about a boy who loves his dad more than anything, and how a family can find happiness in the darkest moments.

Presents a collection of traditional English fairy-tales has something for all the family. Giant-killing Johnny Gloke, a princess with a sheep's head, and a frog prince at the World's End are just some of the characters you'll find in this collection, along with better-known tales such as "Dick Whittington", and "Tom Thumb".

Presents a collection of traditional English fairy-tales has something for all the family. Giant-killing Johnny Gloke, a princess with a sheep's head, and a frog prince at the World's End are just some of the characters you'll find in this collection, along with better-known tales such as "Dick Whittington", and "Tom Thumb".

Presents a collection of Scottish fairy tales and legends that include gallant knights, the Elf Queen, witches, wizards and wee faery folk. Designed to appeal to those who prefer Highland legends, ancient sagas, or warrior adventures - there's something for everyone in this collection - along with a helping of Gaelic magic.

Presents a collection of Scottish fairy tales and legends that include gallant knights, the Elf Queen, witches, wizards and wee faery folk. Designed to appeal to those who prefer Highland legends, ancient sagas, or warrior adventures - there's something for everyone in this collection - along with a helping of Gaelic magic.

This collection of Chinese stories begins with the great legends of how Earth and Heaven came into being. There are folk-tales too, about ghosts and rain-makers, poor students and magicians, and the man who was nearly made into fish paste. Throughout the collection, the author brings to life all the magic and mystery of China.

Count along with Ten Little Snowmen and watch as they disappear in this wintery holiday story!

A cosy story tonight, for a happy day tomorrow - a brand-new story collection for today's child by the very best of Faber talent, illustrated throughout by the one and only Sarah McIntyre.

The classic ghost story from Penelope Lively, one of the modern greats of British fiction for adults and children alike.

The football machine: Harvey's team always loses. Professor Gertie, Harvey's neighbour, can't understand why. But the bouncing boots she invented were too bouncy, and the smoke machine she's sewn into Harvey's shorts blew out so much smoke Harvey couldn't see the goal.

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