Books

Chess is sometimes perceived as a difficult game, but with this step-by-step guide, full of hints and tips, players will revel in their new-found skills. A complete guide to the history, techniques and tactics of chess, written in conjunction with Grand...

All children - but little boys in particular - will find this book irresistable. Readers can complete their own monster truck, army truck, fire engine and many more by adding sticker wheels, headlights and mirrors. With 10 pages of colourful stickers,...

From hurricanes to heatwaves, ice ages to climate change, discover where our weather comes from and why it's getting wilder. A fascinating flap book that tours the land, sea and skies to discover where weather comes from. With over 100 flaps to lift,...

Discover planets, stars and galaxies and explore intergalactic space. What's the universe made of? Where did everything come from? Lift the flaps in this fascinating book to reveal some of the amazing discoveries that astronomers and physicists have...

Press the buttons to hear specially composed musical sound clips incorporating animal and tractor noises.10 months + A delightfully musical sound book, specially designed for sharing together with babies. Press the buttons to hear the tunes and animal...

An wonderful overview of the history of the world from prehistoric times up to the year 2000.Ages: 7+ A comprehensive introduction to world history from prehistoric times to the start of the 21st century, including information on dinosaurs, the first...

A re-sized edition of the original flap book that introduces the fascinating world of science in a simple and engaging way for younger readers.Ages: 3+ A fun and informative flap book introducing young children to the wonders of science. Science topics...

A tear-off pad packed with nearly 200 pen-and-paper puzzles to keep children entertained on planes, trains or wherever they happen to be.6+ Whether you're in a car, train, boat or plane, long journeys will pass by in a flash with this fun-packed...

Discover the world of the orchestra and press the buttons to listen to the fun and lively music as they rehearse for their big show3+ From gentle woodwind to crashing drums, this book is a perfect introduction to the world of classical music for young...

Peep into nests and inside burrows to see the baby animals and where they live in this delightful flap book for young children. A very simple non-fiction, lift-the-flap book for small children. Packed with holes to peep through, flaps to look beneath...

From the Golden Age of Steam and how trains revolutionised travel through to the High Speed travelAges: 7+ From Stephenson's Rocket to today's modern bullet trains, chidren will be fascinated by the history of locomotion as they explore this exciting...

Peep Inside is the very young children's lift-the-flap information book series, the younger cousin of the Look Inside series which is, in turn, the younger relative of the bestselling See Inside series.2+ Peep under leaves and behind doors to see the...

This new collection of Aesop's fables is sumptuously illustrated by Giuliano Ferri and presented as a hardback gift edition to be read again and again. This new collection of Aesop's fables is sumptuously illustrated by Giuliano Ferri and presented as a...

Usborne Young Reading titles are a thrilling and informative read. Age: 6 + A wonderful collection of six classic Greek myths and legends, specially retold for younger readers. Includes the stories of 'The Wooden Horse', 'The Minotaur' and 'The...

A beautiful gift edition of over 100 traditional nursery rhymes, stylishly presented with a padded cover. With enchanting illustrations alongside well-known tongue-twisters, sayings and lullabies. A wonderful gift that is sure to be treasured.

A collection of fairy tales by Hans Christian Andersen retold for younger readersAges: 2+ Twelve classic Hans Christian Andersen fairy tales enchantingly illustrated and specially retold for younger readers.Includes the best-loved characters of...

A wonderful collection of stories from the famous collectors of fairytales, The Brothers Grimm.Age 7+ An illustrated collection of fifteen tales from the brothers Grimm, retold for younger readers. Stories include “Hansel and Gretel”, “Sleeping Beauty”,...

There are dozens of different trucks to discover in this fun and lively book. Children will enjoy using the stickers to fill the pictures with lots of busy trucks. Scenes include a busy building site, a bustling town, a motorway and snowy mountains...

A new edition to mark the centenary Ernest Shackleton's epic 1916 journey across 1300 kms of hostile ocean in a tiny, leaking boat and unmapped ice and snow to reach a rescue station by British-Australian explorer Tim Jarvis,...

The long-awaited new book from the authors of the blockbuster bestseller Spotless. It's almost a decade since the original Spotless took Australia by storm, selling more than half a million copies and launching Shannon Lush as Australia's most trusted...

Yarns and memories that capture the experience of policing in the bush, gathered by the inimitable Bill 'Swampy' Marsh, bestselling author of GREAT AUSTRALIAN FLYING DOCTOR STORIES and GREAT AUSTRALIAN CWA STORIES.  'I tell you, you meet some...

The bestselling story of a real-life Crocodile Dundee. the bestselling story of a real-life Crocodile Dundee. In this remarkable memoir, tom Cole tells the stories of his life in the outback during the 1920s and 1930s. With great humour and drama, he...

The Miles Franklin award-winning classic. 'One of the greatest books written this century' - The Illustrated London News 'the thing I am trying to get at is what made Jack different from me. Different all through our lives, I mean, and in a special...

The gripping true story of the woman who became the Gestapo's most wanted spy In the early 1930s, Nancy Wake was a young woman enjoying a bohemian life in Paris. By the end of the Second World War, she was the Gestapo's most wanted person. As a naïve,...

To celebrate the centenary of Elyne Mitchell's birth, this special edition will contain the first four titles in the Silver Brumby series plus a specially commissioned biography of Elyne including family photographs. To many people the name Elyne...

WINNER OF THE 2010 SAMUEL JOHNSON PRIZE FOR NON-FICTION What if the world imagined by George Orwell in Nineteen Eighty-four was real? What if everything around you was black and white except for the red letters on propaganda signs? Where spies like...

the true story of the greatest pastoral landholder in modern history As a barely literate youth of thirteen, Sidney Kidman ran away from home and worked as an odd-job boy in a grog shanty in outback Australia. He went on to become the greatest pastoral...

Experience a deeper relationship with Jesus as you savor the presence of the One who understands you perfectly and loves you forever. With Scripture and personal reflections, New York Times bestselling author Sarah Young brings Jesus' message of...

Enjoy treasured times at bedtime or anytime as you share these 41 familiar Bible stories from Her First Bible with your sweet girl again and again. Written by author Melody Carlson, these short, rhyming Bible stories are sure to plant the love of God...

Enjoy treasured times at bedtime or anytime as you share these 41 familiar Bible stories from His First Bible with your sweet boy again and again. Written by author Melody Carlson, these short, rhyming Bible stories are sure to plant the love of God...

Can enemy warriors become your friends? A story of adventure in a new land When Vikings raid and destroy a small coastal village, Hekja and her dog, Snarf, are captured and taken to Greenland. In this harsh and cold land, Hekja becomes a thrall - a...

A modern tale of truth and lies woven with a story from the past. Luke lives in modern-day Australia with his mother and stepfather, Sam. He is burdened by a guilty secret: Sam has helped him to cheat in an entrance exam for a prestigious school.Lulach...

the Wild Days of the Palmer River Gold Rush"What with cannibal blacks, pig-tailed Chinamen in thousands, lynch-law hangings, gambling dens, shanty towns, murders, grog-shops and Italian opera singers, the Palmer River Goldfields - properly spun out -...

Revisit an age-old theory in a fresh new way. Every time Mr Archimedes has a bath with his friends, the water overflows. Somebody must be putting extra water in the bath. Is it Kangaroo? Or is it Goat or Wombat?Whoever it is, Mr Archimedes is going to...

A fresh new edition of a timeless classicAges: 4+ Josh is a little boy who likes to make faces. He practises his scary faces every day. If only Josh had listened when his father told him what would happen when the wind changed!Ages 4+

Caps for Sale is a timeless classic beloved by millions...one of the most popular picture books ever published! This picture book is an excellent choice to share at home or in the classroom, as children love chanting along with the naughty monkeys...

The foremost authority on innovation and growth presents a path-breaking book every company needs to transform innovation from a game of chance to one in which they develop products and services customers not only want to buy, but are willing to pay...

Instagram sensation and author of Color Me Creative, Kristina Webb (@colour_me_creative), is back with her completely original and unique take on the coloring book craze. Color Me Inspired encourages readers to create their own picture frames, artwork,...

Learn to read with the classic Amelia Bedelia, on the road or at home! This set contains five favorite giggle-sparking I Can Read stories.With a brightly colored, easy-carry handle and a Velcro-tabbed cover, this little suitcase includes five Level...

“Thoughtful, eloquent, inspiring.”  — San Francisco ChronicleA special 25th anniversary edition of Thomas Moore's #1 New York Times bestseller, with a new introduction by the author.  More timely than ever, this classic...

Ooh la la—five fabulous Fancy Nancy books in one box set for readers on the go!From staying up late to throwing a birthday party for Frenchy to learning new ballet dance moves and more, no one brings pizzazz quite like Nancy!From the New York...

SIX MILLION COPIES SOLD. THE SOURCE FOR THE HIGHEST-GROSSING WAR MOVIE OF ALL TIME.The #1 New York Times bestselling memoir of the Iraq War by U.S. Navy SEAL Chris Kyle, and the source for Clint Eastwood’s blockbuster, Acadamy...

The sixth book in Erin Hunter’s #1 nationally bestselling Warriors seriesJoin the legion of fans who have made Erin Hunter’s Warriors series a bestselling phenomenon. More thrilling adventures, epic action, and fierce warrior cats await in Warriors #6:...

The fifth book in Erin Hunter’s #1 nationally bestselling Warriors seriesJoin the legion of fans who have made Erin Hunter’s Warriors series a bestselling phenomenon. More thrilling adventures, epic action, and fierce warrior cats await in Warriors #5:...

The fourth book in Erin Hunter’s #1 nationally bestselling Warriors seriesJoin the legion of fans who have made Erin Hunter’s Warriors series a bestselling phenomenon. More thrilling adventures, epic action, and fierce warrior cats await in Warriors...

Fire alone can save our Clan.Tensions are still high among the warrior Clans, and Fireheart is determined to find out the truth about the mysterious death of the former ThunderClan deputy Redtail. But as he searches for answers, he uncovers secrets...

The second book in Erin Hunter’s #1 nationally bestselling Warriors seriesJoin the legion of fans who have made Erin Hunter’s Warriors series a bestselling phenomenon. More thrilling adventures, epic action, and fierce warrior cats await in Warriors...

The #1 New York Times bestseller in a newly revised, expanded edition. With over two million copies sold, ACT LIKE A LADY, THINK LIKE A MAN has become a bestseller around the world. In this this exciting expanded edition, Steve shares even more...