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Complicated is the last thing Olivia needs. But that’s exactly what her new boss is. Escape to Copenhagen with this secret-child romance by Joss Wood. Her job is temporary! Is their connection permanent?When world-renowned yacht designer Bo Sørenson is...

In this intense pregnancy romance from Jackie Ashenden, one anonymous encounter will bind her to her royal boss! One royally shocking secret...from one night between his sheets!King Augustine may rule a kingdom, but loyal assistant Freddie Scott runs...

The Italian wants her…between his billion-dollar sheets in this passionate opposites-attract romance from Jennifer Hayward. He always puts business first...then it’s mixed with pleasure!After taking the reins of his family’s legendary but failing...

In the latest from Rachael Stewart, for this billionaire, spending the summer with his best friend’s little sister is complicated...by his forbidden feelings for the heiress! Forbidden attraction...or forever fling?I’ve always been drawn to heiress...

The international adventure of a lifetime! Lose yourself in this enemies-to-lovers romance from Pippa Roscoe. Inviting his enemy onto his private jet...and into his bed!Billionaire Mateo Marin wants nothing to do with archaeologist Evelyn Edwards, his...

When a highly successful obstetrician adopts a baby, she thinks her life is complete. Until the baby’s real, and far too gorgeous, daddy turns up in the most expected way… Find out what happens in this amazing debut by Kristine Lynn for Medical Romance. ...

What happens when a fake engagement...has real consequences? Join an A-list actor and his best friend for a life-changing summer in the South of France. Breaking news: Scandal on the Côte d’Azur!Florist Jules would do anything to ensure her best friend,...

Their night in paradise will change their marriage forever! Lose yourself in this emotional surprise-baby romance by USA TODAY bestselling author Annie West. An accidental pregnancy...for his business-deal wife!For self-made billionaire Jack, their...

Will the playboy from her past redeem himself — for her? Find out in this captivating reunion romance from USA TODAY bestselling author Heidi Rice. Their chemistry is irresistible! Is he irredeemable?Recovering from a near-deadly accident, Renzo Camaro...

In the final Sydney Central Reunion story by JC Harroway, will the consequence of one hot night between two surgeons unite them forever? >After one hot night...she has shocking news!Independent neonatal surgeon Phoebe always plays it safe. Until she...

Return to Sydney Central Hospital in the latest Medical Romance novel by Emily Forbes where the chemistry between the anesthetist and the head of obstetrics and gynecology is off the charts! The only thing they agree on...is their scorching...

Is there always someone else to blame for your failures? Afraid of putting the real work in to achieve your goals? Are you sick of just being average and do you want to start winning?It’s time to drown out self-doubt and the distracting noise of...

What is a self? Is it INSIDE of us? Or OUTSIDE of us? Your self is a lovely self, so let's get to know it. Join a group of endearing forest creatures as they bake, sing silly songs and stop to smell the chestnut-nettle roses, while exploring their...

Just because you are older, doesn’t mean you know better. Teddy’s off to catch a fish, but Cub wants to come too. Little cubs always get in the way. But, luckily, they can also surprise you. Funny and stunning by turns, come with Cub and Teddy on an...

Lenny is thrown into his very own version of Groundhog Day in this sharp comedy from bestselling author Annie Dalton. Lenny wakes up one morning to find his favourite day, Friday, repeating itself over and over again. A sharp comedy with a subtle...

From traders to raiders, embark on an incredible voyage through Viking life and history in the first in an exciting new series from bestselling non-fiction writer David Long. The Vikings were a terrifying force that changed history across the globe –...

Seth learns some important life lessons when he's transported back to Ancient Egypt in this absorbing time-slip adventure. While awaiting punishment in his headmaster’s office for his latest piece of mischief, prankster Seth picks up an Egyptian amulet...

The complicated nuances of teenage friendship are captured perfectly in this story of summer adventure and exploration by award-winning author Keith Gray. Marshall feels the need to escape because things are so tough at home. Rory is just happy it’s the...

As World War ll drags on, Susan sets out on a mission to cheer up her mum in this heartwarming wartime tale from award-winning historical fiction writer Tony Bradman. Susan is worried about her mum. She’s struggling with long hours at her job in the...

A smashed china dragon helps Tyra to bond with her new classmates in this touching tale from bestselling author Karen McCombie. Tyra gets off to a tough start at her new school. She’s loud and different and nobody seems to be particularly friendly. So...

An arranged marriage interferes with star-crossed love in this sweeping medieval romance from Sally Nicholls – perfectly pitched for struggling teen readers. Lady Elinor of Hardford has fallen in love for the first time, with Dan, her cousin and...

Malorie Blackman spins a hilarious tale of shape-shifting and babysitting antics. Mike had no idea that his best friend Alex was a Gris-kwok – someone who can turn into any animal he chooses! But Mike’s naughty little sister Molly is a Gris-kwok too...

A missing budgie inspires an unlikely friendship between a young boy and his elderly neighbour in this touching Little Gem from award-winner and Children’s Laureate Joseph Coelho. Mr Buxton is always having a go at Miles and his friends for climbing the...

Engage your seriously struggling and reluctant teen readers with Barrington Stoke's SEN short fiction. Lights in the Mirror has been specially designed for teen readers with a very low reading age of 6 and is fully illustrated throughout. Engage your...

Noodle is up to his usual canine antics as Sports Day arrives at Wigley Primary – and a new friend adds even more mayhem … Sports Day has arrived at Wigley Primary and everyone is excited to take part in unusual events like book balancing, frisbee...

When the Prime Minister begins making Ted's great ideas a reality, he suddenly has a lot of responsibility on his shoulders … A hilarious comedy caper from Waterstones Children's Laureate Frank Cottrell-Boyce. Ted thinks there’s something fishy going on...

Fair is foul and foul is fair … bestseller Ross Montgomery returns with a laugh-out-loud, perfectly pitched introduction to Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Beth has been looking forward to the Prizegiving Assembly all year. She’s won best-behaved pupil two years...

It's the car journey from hell … Support severely struggling readers with this hilarious hi-lo family tale. Two siblings drive their mother to distraction on the car journey from hell, while Mum tries every trick in the book to get them to behave. All...

Can a heroic knight defeat the Terrible Tab before she decimates the mouse population of Raven Castle? Support severely struggling readers with this exciting hi-lo adventure. Sir Tristan and his cat Terrible Tab have decimated the mouse population of...

Jane has always been just a little bit different – she has springs in her knees! Support severely struggling readers with this hi-lo adventure with a spring in its step. Jane has always been just a little bit different – she has springs in her knees!...

Alan Gibbons returns with an action-packed football story accompanied by fascinating facts and historical detail about famous substitutes. New boy Smithy can’t understand why everyone is so excited about a player on the football team called “Bengo.”...

A project to re-introduce beavers brings a town together against a common threat, in this touching tale from master storyteller Gill Lewis. Times are tough for Cari and her mum. A violent storm has flooded the valley where they live, destroying their...

Fagin’s infamous gang comes to life once again in this exciting Oliver Twist-inspired adventure from bestselling author Karen McCombie. Orphan Ettie Shaw is penniless and homeless on the streets of London when she is spotted by her older brother Joe.Joe...

A wickedly clever and hilarious canine tale from a superstar author-illustrator. Whenever there’s a pong, poo or puddle that can’t be explained, Norman and Ringo are the hounds that take the blame. Determined to exploit their status for profit,...

Friendship forms in the midst of war between a young German boy and a Russian bomber-dog, in this poignant and gripping historical adventure. East Prussia, Germany, 1945. War is raging across Europe, and as Russian soldiers close in across eastern...

A laugh-out-loud tale of young love from the bestselling author of the Mr. Gum series. Sterling Thaxton is in love. In love with Lizzie Harris – the beautiful new girl. Her hair is the colour of magic. Her nose is as sweet as music. Her arms are as...

A search for treasure reveals the toxic consequences of modern life in this thrilling adventure set against the backdrop of the world’s largest e-waste dump. A search for treasure reveals the toxic consequences of modern life in this thrilling adventure...

Kindness is key in this funny new family drama from perennial bestseller and award-winning author Anne Fine. There are many reasons why Tansy dreads Aunt Emma coming to visit. She’s rude, she’s boring, and Tansy has to give up her room so Aunt Emma can...

Reluctant reader favourite Tony Bradman returns with a captivating historical tale inspired by the true story of Britain’s Tomb of the Unknown Warrior. November 1920. The body of an unknown soldier is to be buried at Westminster Abbey. The war has...

Granny’s hunt for the perfect pet brings some unexpected results in this goofy adventure of family, mudlarking and mayhem. Zac and Essie have been helping their Granny Mo in her search for the perfect pet. She’s tried everything from cats to axolotls...

Worldwide bestseller Holly Webb makes her Barrington Stoke debut with a truly adorable sausage dog tale! Ruby’s dad has arrived home with a wonderful surprise – Coco the sausage dog puppy! And when the family go on holiday to the seaside, of course Coco...

Pioneering aviatrix Dolly Shepherd comes alive in this thrilling reimagining of her death-defying exploits from bestelling author Karen McCombie. When sixteen-year-old Dolly Shepherd is offered the chance to take to the sky in a hot-air balloon, there’s...

A motley crew of pirates take to parenthood in this whimsical Little Gem from Alan MacDonald, author of the bestselling Dirty Bertie series. Captain Sprat and his pirate crew love nothing more than lazing around on the deck of the Salty Herring. Until...

A cast of creative creatures take centre stage in this theatrical story about community and confidence from Blue Peter Book Award-shortlisted author Laura Wood. Summer by the seaside isn’t working out as Callie hoped. Instead of enjoying sunshine and...

The Royal Family must learn to live like common people in this hilarious Barrington Stoke debut from the author of The Accidental Prime Minister. Unlucky Bertie has only gone and gambled away the entire family fortune. It's the last in a long line of...

A warm and wise tale about the unique challenges of pre-teen life from a master of the genre. Lucy has lived her entire life in her sister's shadow – Lola is always the centre of attention and constantly in need of new clothes for a party or kit for her...

A stunning prose retelling of Beowulf from an author-illustrator dream-team. Now in a standard paperback format for middle-grade readers. One dark night, the music and singing wake a monster from a swamp … Warrior after warrior comes to slay the...

Jack's about the get the pet he's always wanted – and many, many more … A furry and funny gem from King of Comedy Jeremy Strong. Cats in the bath. Cats in the cupboards. A hundred cats everywhere!Everyone in Jack's class has a pet, but all Jack has is...