Children's Action and adventure stories Books

A lonely girl, a missing father and a trail of lies . . . From the million-copy bestselling author of Girl, Missing, comes a blockbuster teen thriller that will have you looking for answers round every corner.   Fourteen-year-old Cat is...

Join Peter, Tinker Bell, and the Darling children on an adventure to Neverland in this stunning unabridged, collectible edition of Peter Pan.It's time to take off for Neverland in this full-color, unabridged version of J. M. Barrie's classic tale, paired...

Join Mary Lennox as she uncovers the secrets surrounding a hidden garden in this unabridged, illustrated classic!When Mary Lennox is sent to live with her uncle in the English countryside, she is a very unhappy little girl. But when she stumbles on a...

It’s bedtime for the little animals in this sweet touch-and-feel storybook!The jungle has grown quiet, the mountains don’t make a peep—all the little animals are drifting off to sleep! Follow along with the animals as they get ready for...

A brilliantly imagined new 8+ adventure about resilience, family and hope. From the bestselling and Waterstones Children’s Book Prize shortlisted author of BOY IN THE TOWER. Perfect for fans of Ross Welford, Lisa Thompson and Onjali Rauf.Rule number one:...

Welcome to I Spy Island: the unmissable new series from multi-million copy bestsellers Sue Hendra and Paul Linnet‘Sunny, silly and ideal for reading aloud’ Sunday Express   ‘It’s a blast of sunshine in book form’ The ObserverIn the middle of the...

The third adventure in the ROARsome DRAGON REALM series for 9+ readers! Perfect for fans of magical fantasy, heartfelt friendships and time travel! DON'T MISS the brand new DRAGON FORCE series, set in the world of DRAGON REALM. INFINITY'S SECRET out...

Discover Mowgli’s wild world in this beloved, unabridged classic with vibrant modern illustrations!Saved from the tiger Shere Khan by a family of wolves, little Mowgli the human boy grows up in the heart of the jungle among the animals. Hunting, howling,...

Mia goes on a super surfing family vacation in this eleventh adventure of the Mia Mayhem chapter book series!With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Mia Mayhem chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.

The third book in a SUPER (like, actually, with powers and stuff) new series for readers aged 7+ – ?from the amazingly talented illustrator and author Sophy Henn! Brimming with Sophy's hilarious illustrations and comic strips, this is the...

Book 8.5 in the New York Times bestselling Keeper of the Lost Cities series delivers what fans have been begging for! Told in an exciting new way, the saga continues with plenty of huge reveals and shocking new twists – plus a complete series guide with...

The second adventure in the ROARsome DRAGON REALM series for 9+ readers! Perfect for those looking for edge-of-your-seat adventure. DON'T MISS the brand new DRAGON FORCE series, set in the world of DRAGON REALM. INFINITY'S SECRET out now!'Splendidly...

WINNER OF THE DIVERSE BOOK AWARDS 2022. A rainbow-filled, JOYOUS debut from a hugely exciting new talent. Perfect for 9+ readers and fans of Elle McNicoll, Lisa Thompson and Onjali Rauf's The Boy at the Back of the Class.My name’s Archie...

Find the way through the Goblin King’s labyrinth in this interactive board book that teaches preschoolers the difference between up and down and left and right.Follow Sarah and Hoggle as they make their way through the labyrinth to the Goblin King’s...

Join Harry Stevenson – small guinea pig and unlikely hero – on two BIG new adventures.   When Harry is accidentally swapped with Billy's cousin's 'show' guinea pig, he finds himself on the set of 'Super Pets', a TV talent show. How will Harry fare...

From Parker Jacobs (Yo Gabba Gabba!) comes this tale of Toobaloth, an unlikely Bigfoot who gets roped into leading a troop of Goon scouts on a campout. On their way, they discover their beloved home, Goon Holler, might be under attack by aliens. ! Full...

The super (like, actually, with powers and stuff) series from the amazingly talented Sophy Henn, award-winning author and illustrator of Bad Nana! The perfect read for children aged 7, 8, 9 and upwards, and for fans of Dork Diaries, Tom Gates, Amelia...

Young readers trace a continuous line through vibrantly illustrated landscapes that are full of charm and surprises, while answering questions about what they see.Follow the line...into a board book! Re-imagined in a new format for the littlest readers,...

Venture back to Grimwood in the wildly funny third book in Nadia Shireen's bestselling and brilliantly anarchic illustrated comedy-adventure series. Perfect for readers age 7+, and fans of Dog Man, Roald Dahl, David Walliams, Loki: A Bad God's...

In the stunning sequel to the #1 New York Times bestseller Dear Martin, bestselling author Nic Stone unflinchingly explores the impact of racism and inequality on young Black lives. For readers of Angie Thomas, Danielle Jawando and Jason...

Help Nancy and her friends solve mysteries with the first ten interactive Nancy Drew Clue Books, now available in a collectible boxed set!Nancy, Bess, and George find mysteries, puzzles, and sabotage around every corner! Luckily, these junior sleuths are...

Go on a haunted Halloween adventure through a spooky house in this spine-tingling, sturdy pop-up book!Welcome to our Haunted House! It’s creepy and it’s ghostly. If you don’t want to lose your way You’ll need to follow closely.Welcome to a...

BEAST QUEST meets PERCY JACKSON in this epic new fantasy series for 9+ readers!Deep within the mountain, a great creature stirred in its sleep. Its eyes rolled back in its head, and its wings jerked wide open…When 12-year-old Billy Chan finds out his...

I Know What You Did Last Summer meets One of Us is Lying in this fast-paced suspense thriller following five teens who must cover up the suspicious death of their teacher.Nothing ruins summer vacation like a secret . . . especially when that secret is a...

Explore the mysteries of Wonder Woman’s ancient homeland and follow her journey into the modern world with this engaging interactive history of the Amazons.Herewith lie the secrets of Themyscira, the home of the Amazon Warriors and their princess, Diana...

Take to the skies in this thrilling new series from author Alex English. (BEWARE: THERE WILL BE PIRATES!)   11 year-old Echo Quickthorn has grown up believing that nothing exists outside the Kingdom of Lockfort, but everything changes when an...

The first in a super (like, actually, with powers and stuff) NEW series for 7+ readers from the amazingly talented illustrator and author Sophy Henn! Brimming with Sophy's hilarious signature illustrations, this is the perfect read for fans of Dork...

From the team behind Happy Heart, this rainbow-shaped board book with glitter offers a sweet take on the colors of the rainbow!Stars are yellow, and so is the sun, When it comes to me, you’re the only one!Every page of this adorable board book is...

Magic, adventure, and a whole new world is waiting to be discovered! The perfect series for adventurers aged 9+ and fans of Michelle Harrison, Piers Torday and Jamie Littler. The Unmapped Chronicles will not only leave children entertained, but will also...

“Not to be missed!” —Marissa Meyer, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Lunar Chronicles “An explosion of emotion, intrigue, romance, and revolution.” —Stephanie Garber, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Caraval seriesIn the tradition...

Sisters, secrets and spellbinding adventure . . .  the perfect magical world to cosy up with this Christmas! A Storm of Sisters - out now!   A mysterious girl has arrived at the Poacher’s Pocket looking for help and the Widdershins...

Brother detectives Frank and Joe search a hidden castle for clues to help them find a missing comic book in the nineteenth book in the thrilling Hardy Boys Adventures series.Frank and Joe have been hanging out at Sir Robert’s Comic Kingdom, the local...

An NPR Favorite Book of 2019 A New York Times Best Children’s Book of 2019 An NYPL Best Book of 2019 A Publishers Weekly Best Book of 2019 A School Library Journal Best Picture Book of 2019 A BookPage Best Picture Book of 2019 A Horn Book Fanfare...

The gripping sequel to the bestselling, award-winning teen thriller Girl, Missing, by million-copy selling author Sophie McKenzie.It's two years after the events of Girl, Missing and life is not getting any easier for sixteen-year-old Lauren...

Join Supertato and the gang in this hilarious, colourful caper from bestselling picture dream team, Sue Hendra and Paul Linnet!It's carnival time in the supermarket and the veggies are feeling festive! But someone is out to spoil the fun - with a devious...

Magic, adventure, and a whole new world is waiting to be discovered! The perfect series for adventurers aged 9+ and fans of Michelle Harrison, Piers Torday and Jamie Littler. The Unmapped Chronicles will not only leave children entertained, but will also...

Kirby the French bulldog is back and ready to take over the world in Atomic Frenchie, Vol. 2!Kirby the French bulldog, OB the turtle, and the ghost of Erasmus J. Peckinpah embark on a road trip to the mysterious Area 51, hidden in the wastelands of the...

An Original Prologue to the Animated film Missing Link in Theaters April 2019.Meet Sasquatch, a charming, yet isolated fellow who discovers how the joy and power of words can bring him companionship and set him on a course for an extraordinary adventure!...

Bestselling and critically acclaimed authors Jenny Han, author of To All the Boys I've Loved Before and The Summer I Turned Pretty, and Siobhan Vivan team up in this page-turning trilogy. Perfect for fans of Pretty Little...

Lift the flap to see who’s hiding!Who's that peeking out of the water? Who's that hiding in the colorful rain forest? In Hide & Peek Animals, young ones will be entertained as they guess which adorable animal is hiding in its habitat. By opening or...

Meet Mia Macarooney, an ordinary eight-year-old who finds out she has an extraordinary super-secret in this first chapter book in the brand-new Mia Mayhem series!Mia Macarooney is a regular eight-year-old girl who finds out that she’s A SUPERHERO! Her...

Nancy and her friends are out to find a comedian’s saboteur in this seventeenth book of the Nancy Drew Diaries, a fresh approach to the classic mystery series.Nancy’s boyfriend, Ned, has recently started his own podcast called NedTalks and he just got...

A thrilling page-turner, perfect for fans of Riverdale, One of Us is Lying and A Good Girl's Guide to Murder.Tell the truth. Or face the consequences.One year ago, there was a party. At the party, someone died. Five teens all played a part and up...

Using illustrated cut-out screens, this book allows fans to project their favorite scenes from the Batman comics at home with a flashlight.Now fans can project their favorite scenes from the Batman comics at home using a flashlight! Read along and answer...

Explore the town of Kitty Bay Harbor and beyond with best friend kitties Miyu, Yumi, and Koko in the first of this playful illustrated series!   Miyu, Yumi, and Koko live above the best ice cream parlor in Kitty Bay Harbor. Whether it’s fishing...

Think you know Nancy Drew? Think again—and help solve myriad mysteries in a boxed set of the first four books in this new take on the classic series.Nancy Drew is a spectacular sleuth, one who relies on her wits more than her smartphone. She and her best...

Christmas has come to the supermarket, but not everyone is hap-pea about it in this fabulously festive Supertato adventure! From bestselling, award-winning duo Sue Hendra and Paul Linnet comes the story of the much-loved...