Modern and contemporary fiction Books

From Julie Murphy, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Dumplin’, comes a hilarious and creepy middle grade summer camp story that takes a bite out of fat camp and diet culture. Perfect for fans of Spooky Stories and Starfish.Magnolia “Maggie”...

This much-anticipated sequel to the acclaimed fan-favorite novel Suicide Notes is a funny, touching look at what happens when you give up trying to be someone people want you to be and become exactly who you are.Jeff spent forty-five days in the psych...

Count along with Ten Little Goblins and watch as they disappear!Ten little goblins among the pumpkin vines, along came a ghoul and then there were…nine!Learning to count has never been more fun. This unique board book counts from ten little goblins all...

The timeless Christmas classic from the iconic Dr. Seuss! Read this favourite story of joy, love and acceptance anytime, anywhere! “The Grinch hated Christmas! The whole Christmas season! Now, please don’t ask why. No one quite knows the reason…”With a...

“Hilarious, inventive, smart, and silly.” —Alice Oseman, bestselling author of Heartstopper“Emma Hunsinger’s sharp wit and eclectic humor shines in this fantastic story about making new friends and surviving school.” —Dan Santat, National Book Award...

Meet the coolest new superhero team on Burlap Beach in the first in a series of graphic novels for young readers. Raina the rhino, Nigel the narwhal, Shu the horseshoe crab, and Woolly the mammoth have more in common than the fact that they all have...

Use over 300 stickers to complete 22 awesome aliens and space warriors. Build 22 of the galaxy's fiercest warriors and most awesome aliens in this exciting activity book. From giant aliens that crackle with lightning to time-travellers and mysterious...

A scary story spooks Pete the Cat in this Level 1 I Can Read from New York Times bestselling creators Kimberly and James Dean.When Bob tells Pete the Cat a spooky, creepy, scary story about a monster, Pete is a little scared. The monster...

The hilarious, addictive sequel to YA murder mystery Murder on a School Night by Comedy Women in Print Prize and Carnegie Medal nominated author, Kate Weston. Perfect for fans of Sex Education and A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder ‘Kate Weston’s hilarious...

"Bursting with imagination and creativity! Your kids will go loco for El Toro!" —Jeff Kinney, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid seriesFrom New York Times bestselling, three-time Pura Belpré Award–winning...

An inspiring yet life-affirming story about a boy trapped in a coma after being hit by a car chasing after his dog, Lucky ‘Absorbing and satisfying, with a real story at its heart’ GuardianRobbie lies in a coma, after a terrible car accident involving...

"Wildly imaginative and creative! Your kids will go loco for El Toro!" —Jeff Kinney, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid seriesFrom New York Times bestselling, three-time Pura Belpré Award–winning author-illustrator...

An unexpected animal companion helps a girl with cystic fibrosis learn to write her own story in this captivating novel in verse by award-winning author and disabled activist Cindy Baldwin. Penny Rooney has cystic fibrosis, which means she has to do...

Whoever heard of a hip-hop loving, bright pink bee? You obviously haven't met Baboo. Baboo, the only pink bee in his hive, dances alone. Then he meets a green ladybird called Lee. By sharing his dancing skills with her, Baboo becomes her friend. But it...

An innocent night out to celebrate a sixteenth birthday turns to tragedy in this powerful story of racial intolerance from award-winning author Bali Rai. It’s Arjan’s sixteenth birthday and he’s celebrating with his mates – going to see a film and then...

Taka must prove himself in a dangerous mission to become a ninja. The first thrilling adventure in the Ninja series. Taka's desperate to prove that he has what it takes to become a ninja. He has failed the Grandmaster's test twice already. But when the...

Join a bridesmaid's hilarious journey to the altar in this sharp-witted story of family, friendship and embracing your true self, no matter what you’re forced to wear. Miri is fourteen and in the last year she’s been mugged by puberty. She’s grown six...

A powerful and potent look at the destruction humans wreak upon the Amazon rainforest, by the bestselling author of Young Bond. Carlos's mother works for IBAMA, Brazil's Environmental Authority. As head of a specially trained task force, her role is to...

A sharp, witty and heartfelt tale of the ups and downs of teenage life from multi-award-winning Alex Wheatle. Life on the Crongton estate can be rough for Briggy. Dad's lost his job, Mum's working so hard to make ends meet, and big brother Kingsley just...

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. Once there was a very fierce cat. Not just fierce:...

The Wow! books are a series of modern first concept board books for today’s children! The books put little ones in the centre of the action with relatable experiences that will help foster inclusivity, empathy and discussion. Illustrated by Alberta...

An introduction to crazy colours and the world of Dr. Seuss, perfect for babies and toddlers! Flip the flap – what can you see? Full of Dr. Seuss’s craziest characters and wittiest rhymes, this brilliant board book explores a range of colours.Bright,...

An introduction to a variety of senses and the world of Dr. Seuss, perfect for babies and toddlers! Flip the flap – what can you see? Full of Dr. Seuss’s craziest characters and wittiest rhymes, this brilliant board book explores the world of the senses...

Welcome to the secret diary of future tennis star Ash Barty and her adventures at Tennis Camp! By Ash Barty, Jasmin McGaughey and Jade Goodwin - the team behind the bestselling Little Ash series! TOP SECRET! This is the PRIVATE diary of Ash Barty,...

An introduction to numbers and the world of Dr. Seuss, perfect for babies and toddlers! Flip the flap – what can you see? Full of Dr. Seuss’s craziest characters and wittiest rhymes, this brilliant board book explores numbers from 1 to 10!Bright,...

An introduction to a variety of shapes and the world of Dr. Seuss, perfect for babies and toddlers! Flip the flap – what can you see? Full of Dr. Seuss’s craziest characters and wittiest rhymes, this brilliant board book explores a variety of shapes...

With an irresistible enemies-to-lovers romance, and perfect for fans of Alice Oseman and Becky Albertalli, Lover Birds is a beautifully-written, inclusive and heart-pounding LGBT+ romance. When Isabel Williams moves to Liverpool, she criticises...

A new collection of board books introducing early concepts and the world of Dr. Seuss, perfect for babies and toddlers! Flip the flap – what can you see? Full of Dr. Seuss’s craziest characters and wittiest rhymes, this collection of eight lift-the-flap...

Yay! It’s match day! Come on a fast-paced football adventure – while practising counting from one to ten. Grab your kit, do your warm ups and get ready for the most exciting football match of the season!One little footballerWith an eager football dream...

A back-to-school picture book about the importance of acknowledging your feelings and using them as tools for navigating new experiences. Inspired by the way teachers talk about emotional literacy with young children, this is the ideal book for any kid...

In this queer reimagining of an Arthurian legend, Knights of the Round Table Lancelot and Tristan set out on a quest to find the missing magician Merlin but instead discover an unexpected romance perfect for fans of The Prince and the...

Pearl wears her pearl necklace everywhere, every day—until it goes missing! A book for anyone who's ever felt the loss of something precious and had the good fortune to find it again.Pearl loves her pearl necklace. Maybe even as much as she loves...

This New York Times bestselling Pete the Cat hardcover picture book is a perfect Christmas gift for Pete the Cat fans who are eagerly awaiting Santa’s arrival.Includes a foil cover, sticker sheet, and 12 holiday cards perfect for Christmas...

Celebrating 25 years of this classic bedtime favourite! Winter is here, and in winters bears sleep. But how do you convince six not-so-sleepy bear cubs to go to bed? Mother Bear, of course, has found a way.From award-winning duo, Mem Fox and Kerry...

The fourth book in the best-selling Jackie French historical series that places girls centre stage. Ming Qong is convinced that girls have changed the world throughout history.History's sister, the mysterious Herstory, believes that the more you know...

A soothing touchy-feely book for quiet time Little bear needs lots of care in this irresistible touchy-feely book. Stroke his nose, rub his tummy, and he'll feel all better by the end of the book. Each page has a different touchy-feely patch for you to...

Cuddle up and laugh with this heart-warming and funny new children’s picture book from number-one bestselling author David Walliams, gloriously illustrated by the awesome Adam Stower! One morning, deep in the forest, a beautiful baby panda was born. The...

Fly high above the treetops with the fairies in this enchanting sticker book. This magical little activity book is full of fairies to dress and scenes to decorate. Have fun adding the stickers as the fairies gather berries, fly across a moonlit sky,...

The only official sticker books created in collaboration with Mojang! Are you ready for adventure? The official Minecraft Character Creator Sticker Book takes readers on a journey across the Overworld and into the Nether and the End dimensions.Use...

The Lights have gone dark in Irpa.Danger lurks as the air grows colder and threats lie in the shadows at every turn. While the rest of their fellowship seeks safety, Bea and Cad team up with a small group of survivors to travel to the Citadel of...

Discover the origins of one of Warriors' fiercest villains in this stand-alone graphic novel set in the world of the #1 bestselling Warriors series—available for the first time in full color!When kittypet Tiny crosses paths with some wild forest cats...

Clarice Bean is back with all her trademark humour in this heartwarming story by former Children’s Laureate Lauren Child At the moment I am daydreaming about inventing something exceptionordinarily good that could change the world for the better,...

The eighth book in the New York Times bestselling Emmie & Friends series, told from the alternating POVs of popular Anthony and timid Leah as they grapple with a bullying incident at school. Friends. Bullies.MIDDLE SCHOOLAnthony is...

Eight years ago, tragedy struck. Eight years ago, Lucy Michaels’ life changed forever. But under the surface of her small town lies a secret that could pull her under.No one expected it to rain that much. But the rain kept coming, the dam broke, and...

A delightful new title in the best-selling touchy-feely series, with eye-catching illustrations and tactile textures to explore. Meet five appealing sharks swimming through this exciting addition to the much-loved That's not my... series.With their...

"Ho now creates a beautiful book about family: what makes individuals and what connects us to one another. This book is a perfect addition to any children’s shelf, whether aimed at families, adoption, multicultural stories, or topics of love and...

A gorgeous full-colour coming-of-age novel, perfect for fans of Judy Blume’s Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret, Katie Kirby’s The Mega Complicated Crushes of Lottie Brooks and The Babysitters Club graphic novels‘READING THIS WAS LIKE A WARM HUG’ –...

A triumphant celebration of girlhood, friendship, and the best part of any outfit—POCKETS—in this sweet picture book perfect for fans of Mary Wears What She Wants and Princesses Wear Pants! A sweet friendship begins between two young...