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Monsterbook: Pongdollop and the School Stink (Monsterbook)
By Michael Broad. 2009
Pongdollop wants his fellow monsters to join him in an uprising – and his secret weapon is a real stinker!…
Urk and Will have sniffed him out, but can they stop this smelly scoundrel from taking over the world?The Monster Story-Teller
By Jacqueline Wilson. 1995
One morning at school, Natalie is very bored. Then she has a big surprise - there is a tiny monster…
at the window, waving at her! Suddenly Natalie's day is much more exciting . . .They whizz off together for some monster fun, and soon Natalie has lots of special stories to tell!The Monster Story-Teller
By Jacqueline Wilson. 1997
"Monster Planet, here we come!"One morning at school, Natalie is feeling bored - until a tiny monster waves at her…
from a plant on the classroom window sill. The monster whizzes her off in his mini flying saurcer for some MONSTER FUN. Now Natalie really has some monster stories to tell.An exciting and funny adventure from the award-winning author of THE DINOSAUR'S PACKED LUNCH.Monster Shoes
By Emma Laybourn. 1999
Jack's mum insists he has new school shoes and the only ones they can find are horrid, black lace-ups. They…
are so stiff, noisy and uncomfortable that Jack suspects they must be monster shoes, especially when they seem to kick his classmates for no reason and make the football go in completely the wrong direction at playtime. Jack desperately works on a plan to get rid of them, until he discovers, quite by accident, a way of taming the monster shoes...The Monster Crisp-Guzzler
By Malorie Blackman. 2012
At her new school, Mira discovers she has a very unusual teacher - a teacher who turns into a real-life…
dragon when she eats crisps! This comes in very handy when the class run into trouble on a school trip to the seaside...The Monster Crisp-Guzzler
By Malorie Blackman. 2012
At her new school, Mira discovers she has a very unusual teacher - a teacher who turns into a real-life…
dragon when she eats crisps! This comes in very handy when the class run into trouble on a school trip to the seaside...The Miracle on Ebenezer Street
By Catherine Doyle. 2020
'An absolute Christmas cracker!' Ross MontgomeryWhen George stumbles across Marley's Curiosity Shop, he finds a mysterious and magical snow globe.…
George and his Scrooge of a dad are soon swept on an incredible adventure to Christmases past, present and future. With help from an enthusiastic elf, a rather grumpy purple reindeer and a very mischievous Nan, can George find a way to bring the joy of Christmas home once again?A fabulously festive story about Christmas, family, and magic!An enchanting tale of Christmas magic from multi-award-winning and bestselling writer Catherine Doyle. A treat for the whole family, perfect for fans of The Christmasaurus and A Boy Called Christmas.'Fizzes with festive fun!' Abi Elphinstone'Vividly exciting . . . Destined to become a Christmas classic' Louise O'NeillThe Mighty Slide
By Allan Ahlberg. 1988
‘This is the storyOf Alison Hubble,Who went to bed single,And woke up double.’Here, in verse, are the hilariously original stories…
of a mighty slide, a man who fought crocodiles, a girl who doubled, a couple of baby skinners and a thing that lived under a school. A wonderful collection from Allan Ahlberg, author of ‘Please Mrs Butler, Woof!’ and ‘Happy Families’, illustrated throughout with delightful drawings by Charlotte Voake.A Midsummer Night's Death
By K M Peyton. 1978
Jonathan doesn't like Robin, the English master at his boarding school. It's not his inability to control his classes that…
he dislikes, nor even his incompetence as a teacher - it's his complete indifference to the feelings of anyone but himself. Nevertheless, Jonathan is stunned when it's announced that Robin has been found dead - drowned in the river close to the school. The coroner rules that it was suicide, but Jonathan soon comes to have reasons for doubting this . . .Midnight
By Jacqueline Wilson. 2003
Violet has always been in the shadow of her mesmerising, controlling brother Will, and when a shocking secret about Will's…
past is revealed, things get even worse. Violet retreats further into her own fantasy world, built around the fairy characters created by her favourite author, Casper Dream. The arrival of a new girl at school, Jasmine, seems like it might change Violet's life for the better. But is Jasmine a true friend? And will Violet ever manage to break free of Will's spell?Michelle Obama: The Making of a First Lady
By Dawne Allette. 2010
"I want you to know that we have very much in common. For nothing in my life would have predicted…
that I would be standing here as First Lady of the United States of America..." When Michelle Obama spoke these words in a London school, the effect on the students was overwhelming. Her inspiring words, approachable nature and regal style make Michelle a much-loved public figure and a role model in her own right. A child of working class parents in Chicago, Michelle went on to become an Ivy League graduate, a lawyer, and an international icon as wife to President Barack Obama. Her life is a tale of extraordinary achievement in a changing society.Mermaid Curse: The Silver Dolphin (Mermaid Curse)
By Louise Cooper. 2008
Lizzy Baxter is thrilled when her family moves to Cornwall – she's always loved the beach. Lizzy doesn't realise, but…
she has a special connection with the sea – and the mysterical mermaids and silver dolphins who swim there. But there's much more to the beautiful blue-green world than magic. The evil sea queen is plotting to steal something precious – something that belongs to Lizzy. The Mermaid Curse quartet is a perfect blend of fantasy and reality for readers aged 8–10.Mermaid Curse: The Rainbow Pool (Mermaid Curse #Vol. 3)
By Louise Cooper. 2008
Since her family moved to Cornwall, Lizzy's world has been turned upside down by the discovery that she has a…
long-lost brother, Kes, and even more amazingly that their mother is a mermaid. Now Kes is blackmailed by the evil mermaid queen into parting with the precious silver pearl which makes her even more powerful.Mermaid Curse: The Golden Circlet (Mermaid Curse)
By Louise Cooper. 2008
Lizzy Baxter's life is turned upside down when she moves to Cornwall and discovers that she has a long-lost brother…
and that their mother is a mermaid. Lizzy soon learns that the tranquil underwater world is ruled by an evil mermaid queen, Taran, who will stop at nothing to complete her power. After a terrifying battle, Taran is one step nearer to her goal. But then she disappears. Lizzy is suspicious. She knows Taran needs the black pearl – the key to ultimate power – but how is she planning to get it?A thrilling final episode by Louise Cooper, the renowned fantasy writer.Mermaid Curse: The Black Pearl (Mermaid Curse)
By Louise Cooper. 2008
Since her family moved to Cornwall, Lizzy's world has been turned upside down by the discovery that she has a…
long-lost brother, Kes, and even more amazingly that their mother is a mermaid. Now Lizzy and her new family must bravely battle the evil sea queen and her terrfying servant, for Lizzy has a powerful treasure and the sea queen will stop at nothing to get it.Exciting and full of dark mystery and suspense, ideal for girls of 8–10 who love stories with an edge.Love from Lexie (The Lost and Found)
By Cathy Cassidy. 2018
Ever since Lexie's mum vanished, her world hasn't stopped spinning. A new home, a new school - even a new…
family but Lexie never gives up hope that her mum will come back and writes her letters every day to tell her all about her new life. There's plenty to tell - the new group of misfits she calls friends, the talent for music she never knew she had and the gorgeous boy with blue eyes and secrets to hide. But her letters remain unanswered and she's starting to feel more alone than ever. Lexie's about to learn that sometimes you need to get lost in order to be found.The first in a gorgeous new series from the bestselling author of the Chocolate Box Girls and the perfect next step for fans of Jacqueline Wilson.Lottie Dolls: Lottie Solves a Mystery (Lottie)
By Lucie Braveheart, Lottie Dolls. 2017
Meet Lottie. She's a little girl just like you - she loves adventures, mysteries and her little puppy, Biscuit.When Lottie…
finds an old book all about beasts of the world in her attic, she can tell it's going to be the start of a brilliant adventure! All she needs is a beast of her own to track . . . and she doesn't have to wait long. There are strange rustlings and footprints in the Branksea Island woods! Lottie and her friends Mia and Finn set themselves the task of tracking down the Beast of Branksea. But what exactly is this mysterious creature? And can the trio find it before Mia's older brother Sammi ruins the whole adventure?Lottie Dolls: Lottie Braves a Storm (Lottie)
By Lucie Braveheart, Lottie Dolls. 2017
Meet Lottie. She's a little girl just like you - she loves adventures, mysteries and her little puppy, Biscuit. When…
Lottie is responsible for a precious pet going missing at the vet's surgery, she is determined to track the little cat down again. With help from her best friends, Mia and Finn, she follows the trail around Branksea Island. But the cat is nowhere to be found, and Lottie will be in lots of trouble if Cassie the vet finds out what's happened! Can the three friends tackle the island storms and track down the little cat in time?Based on the award-winning doll brand, Lottie Dolls.'Short chapters and charming illustrations mean this gentle story is perfect for early readers' - BookTrustJoin Lizzie and Lucky on…
another mystery-solving adventure - this time at a magic show! Perfect for fans of Holly Webb and Anisha, Accidental Detective.Young detective Lizzie and her puppy, Lucky, are off to a magic show. But during the performance, a world-famous rabbit disappears - and not on purpose!Can Lizzie and Lucky find Rudy the rabbit, get to the bottom of who stole him, and why?With charming illustrations throughout, and fun activities to try!Lizzie and Lucky: The Mystery of the Lost Chicken (Lizzie and Lucky #4)
By Megan Rix. 2023
Join young detective Lizzie and her adorable puppy Lucky on another mystery-solving adventure! With charming illustrations throughout, and fun activities…
to try.Lizzie and Lucky are visiting the Five Freedoms Sanctuary. It's a lovely place for all sorts of rescued animals.When a local farmer announces some terrible plans for his land that could endanger the surrounding wildlife, our dynamic duo know they must investigate the case. Can they use their detective skills to stop him?While looking for clues, Lizzie spots some strange footprints and an unusual blue creature that stands out from the rest! But what is it, and where did it come from? Could it be the key to saving the day?Praise for the Lizzie & Lucky books:'The author's experience of partial deafness shines through, with helpful but gentle hints about the importance of accessibility and equality. Above all, this is a joyous tale celebrating animals, mysteries, family and friendship (both of the two-legged and four-legged variety!)' - BookTrust