Friendship stories Books

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...

Perfect for fans of Kelly Yang and Jessica Kim, this joyful, moving middle grade contemporary follows a big-hearted Taiwanese American girl as she aims to gain her family’s acceptance and save her favorite boba tea shop by selling her handcrafted...

A funny picture book about Paddington, the world’s favourite bear – now a major movie star! Paddington is excited to be organising an Easter egg hunt for his neighbours. But, from finding empty supermarket shelves, to buying a box of broken Easter eggs,...

A mermaid, a firebird, and a witch become entangled with the mysterious and powerful Witch Queen, who may hold the key to each of their past in this epic middle grade fantasy by debut author Vivian Zhou. Atana’s island may be quiet and peaceful, but...

New York Times bestselling authors and YouTube sensations Pat and Jen from the beloved Minecraft-inspired channel PopularMMOs race to save the world in their exhilarating fifth middle grade graphic novel adventure, The End of All the Things.Pat thought...

You are invited to the Alexandria Academy . . .Twelve-year-old Shad Hadid has never quite fit in. The other kids at school don’t understand him, so he spends most of his time alone, cooking for his teta and daydreaming of opening his own Arabic bakery...

A tender (and humorous!) look at the way tough emotions can make us feel stuck and how the presence of a good friend and a deep belly laugh can make it easier to get through stormy feelings. Complete with back matter to help stuck readers feel better...

An unputdownable, explosive YA thriller from the bestselling, award-winning author of The Colour of Bee Larkham’s Murder, perfect for fans of Karen McManus, Cynthia Murphy and Holly Jackson.Layla. Kai. Liam. Fliss.Terrified big sister. Troubled surfer...

Brand-new picture books inspired by much-loved Australian kids' TV institution, Play School. Maurice is getting ready to start big school. He's excited and a bit nervous too.His friends are here to take this step with him, to make new friends and begin...

“In this vibrant story about the power of the printed word and the strength of found families, every page is bursting with life and detail.” —Ethan Aldridge, creator of the bestselling Estranged“Fabulous!” —Dan Santat, award-winning author of A First...

"Chock-full of spudtacular puns and a feel-good surprise ending, Clanton offers a delightful laugh-on-every-page” BooklistTwo spud siblings face off in a series of epic challenges in the first of a hilariously silly graphic novel series from the...

Narwhal is a happy-go-lucky narwhal. Jelly is a no-nonsense jellyfish. The two might not have a lot in common, but they do love waffles, parties and adventures.Join Narwhal and Jelly as they become the coolest teachers in the world wide waters in the...

Celebrate the holidays with Amelia Bedelia! Amelia Bedelia, her friends, and her family enjoy some scary (and sweet) fun in this haunting Halloween edition. This chapter book is an excellent choice for children who are ready to read independently, and...

A thrilling debut, reminiscent of new fan favorites like One of Us Is Lying and the beloved classics by Agatha Christie, that will leave readers guessing until the explosive ending. “Welcome to dinner, and again, congratulations on being selected...

'Hilarious and charming' – Dav Pilkey, bestselling author of Dogman and Captain UnderpantsThe 5th hilarious and fabulously festive Christmas adventure from everyone's favourite characters – Narwhal and Jelly! It’s Christmas in the world wide waters!...

'Hilarious and charming' – Dav Pilkey, bestselling author of Dogman and Captain Underpants Narwhal and Jelly – and Otty?! In the fourth book of this blockbuster early graphic novel series, exuberant Narwhal and sceptical Jelly test the waters of adding...

'Hilarious and charming.' – Dav Pilkey, bestselling author of Dogman and Captain Underpants A wonderfully fun highly illustrated/ early graphic novel series for boys and girls of 5+ featuring three short stories about trying new things, favourite foods...

'Hilarious and charming. The most loveable duo since Frog and Toad' – Dav Pilkey, bestselling author of Dogman and Captain UnderpantsNarwhal and Jelly are back in action for a SUPER adventure – join Super Narwhal and sidekick Jelly Jolt in three awesome...

Can a list save a life? Xander Maze loves lists, and his grandmother is #1 on his list of People I Love Most in the World. But now that Nanna has stage 4 cancer, can a new list of 100 Remarkable Feats really save her?Particularly when his list contains...

The 8th title in the New York Times bestselling Big Nate series! With a new crush, and the annual Mud Bowl coming up, can Nate make a good impression without slipping up? With more detentions than he can count, Nate is in DEEP in Big Nate Blasts...

A story about being your truest self—and trusting your truest friends—from bestselling author Terri Libenson. Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier and Shannon Hale.Cliques. Crushes. Comics. Middle school!Emmie is psyched that she gets to work on a...

From million-copy bestselling author David Baddiel comes a laugh-out-loud and inspiring new adventure for all readers of 8 and up that is ahead of its time – 1,001 years ahead, to be precise… The year is 3020.Pip@256X#YY.3_7 is lonely and bored: she...

New York Times bestseller! Terri Libenson returns with another endearing, relatable story of friendship and finding confidence. Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier and Jennifer L. Holm. Middle school is full of challenges. Everyone knows how much brainy...

Based on the Netflix original series and inspired by a true story, this book is perfect for little fans of big trucks!When Hank, a six-year-old boy with a big imagination, meets his best pal, a giant honking, snorting Trash Truck, things will...

Is that sea monster ... glittery?! Laugh your head off with the super-popular Funny Kid series! Every kid wants to laugh, but Max is the boy who can make it happen.Max and Abby hardly ever agree on anything ... until now! They are both desperate to get...

A delightful new picture book about starting school, with a clever twist all parents will relate to! Are you ready?It'll be fun! You'll make new friends. New BFFs!You might have to be a bit brave ...It's the first day of school, but who is the most...

The much-anticipated finale to Amie Kaufman's epic middle-grade trilogy Though Anders and his friends have delayed a war between the ice wolves and scorch dragons, their mission isn't over. With adults on both sides looking for them, they've sought...

Now streaming on Netflix and BBC iPlayer!The Breakfast Club meets Pretty Little Liars in Gretchen McNeil's sharp and thrilling sequel to Get Even. Perfect for fans of E. Lockhart, Karen M. McManus, and Maureen Johnson.The members of...

From the author of the highly acclaimed, bestselling novel Pax comes a gorgeous and moving novel that is an ode to introverts, dreamers, and misfits everywhere, ideal for readers aged 9–12. Ware can’t wait to spend summer ‘off in his own world’ and...

No one does fancy quite like Nancy! Featuring six different stories about everyone’s favorite fancy girl, Fancy Nancy Storybook Favorites is the perfect addition to any collection.From class trips to book reports, Nancy always knows just the right way...

Meet ThunderButt, the newest superhero on the block, and laugh your head off! The Funny Kid series is super popular for a reason! Every kid wants to laugh, but Max is the boy who can make it happen.He's also the one who wants to play Captain Kickbutt in...

From Number One bestselling author David Walliams comes a hilarious and heartwarming picture book, brilliantly illustrated by the artistic genius, Tony Ross. Up at the North Pole, a big furry polar bear is swimming, fishing and eating. But when she nods...

Suit up with the Redhill Peewees and laugh your head off! The Funny Kid series is super popular for a reason! Every kid wants to laugh, but Max is the boy who can make it happen.Only now he's been forced to join the local ice-hockey team, and there's...

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Darkest Minds trilogy and Lore. I've been orphaned by my time. My future is gone.Etta Spencer didn't know she was a traveller until the day she emerged both miles and years from her home. Now, robbed of...

Big Nate is back the sixth instalment of his own super-funny series. Big Nate is created by Lincoln Peirce, who inspired Jeff Kinney, author of ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’. Big Nate is in the zone!Nate Wright is down on his luck. In fact he’s so far down, it...

'A MULTI-LAYERED BOOK ABOUT HOW OUR WORLD IS CHANGING AROUND US'-- ReadPlus The old milk bar on the corner is coming down to make way for something new. Little Davey Durak is gathering scrap - a short piece of wood here, a long piece there.But what's...

Have you heard about the rainbow panda? Laugh your head off with the super-popular Funny Kid series! Every kid wants to laugh, but Max is the boy who can make it happen.And it's about time he used his talents for a good cause!Max is the funny kid .....

Gunker Dragon what?! Laugh your head off with the super-popular Funny Kid series! Every kid wants to laugh, but Max is the boy who can make it happen.As he and his classmates head off on a camping trip, the new boy, Tyson, decides to play some jokes of...

In this terrifying and provocative novel by the bestselling and award-winning author of Deadline and Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes, a teenage boy tries to uncover what happened to a girl who has vanished from his high school. Was she abducted, or did...

After a not-quite-peachy year apart, three Georgia peaches come home to Darlington OrchardWhen Murphy chose New York City, she left her first love behind. Now, a summer in Bridgewater means trading subway trains for pickup trucks and facing the boy she...

A beautiful hardback gift to treasure. This collection brings together all of Arnold Lobel’s engaging, warm and funny stories about Frog and Toad, and features a special foreword by Julia Donaldson. A collectable classic treasury that every child should...

The second original, touching, twisted, and most of all hilarious novel for children from David Walliams, number one bestseller and fastest growing children’s author in the country – beautifully illustrated by Quentin Blake. "Mr Stink stank. He also...

The sixth gripping adventure in this exciting pony-club series!With gymkhanas to win, rivals to defeat, mysteries to solve and ponies in danger to save – these books are perfect for all girls who love ponies. At the Chevalier Point Pony Club Issie is...

The much-loved sequel to the bestselling DIARY OF A WOMBAT He sleeps. He eats. He gets bored.He creates havoc wherever he goes!He's Mothball's baby - and he's even cuter, naughtier and more determined than his mum.Created by writer Jackie French and...

An Essential Picture Book Classics this book contains five engaging, warm and very funny stories about Frog and Toad. A collectable classic picture book that every child should read and own. Julia Donaldson says “I hugely admire and envy Arnold Lobel;...

'MY BEST FRIEND IS A GODDESS IS A SINCERELY SWEET AND SERIOUSLY SMART STORY WITH A LOT OF HEART!'-- Danielle Binks - YA author and reviewer Sixteen-year-old Emily and Adriana have been besties since Year One. Way back when Adriana had a gap between her...