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Rediscover the story of the Little Mermaid, who dreams of a world above the waves . . .In Anna Kemp's powerful reimagining of Hans Christian Andersen's classic story, Princess Coral saves the life of Prince Eldo and falls in love with the world of humans. Disregarding her father's wishes she seeks out the Sea Witch who gives her a vial of potion that will enable her to walk on two legs. But magic comes at a terrible price - what will Coral have to give up to realise her dreams?This beloved story has been reimagined for a new generation with magical illustrations from debut talent Natelle Quek, inspired by her Chinese-Malaysian heritage.

In a beautiful, green, wild wild wood lives a gentle mole. But then a SOLD sign appears in the wood one morning, and Mole decides to write a firmly worded letter to Barry Bristlethwaite of Burnum Buildem Real Estate: their home is not for sale! But when diggers arrive the next morning, Mole and his friends must activate Plan B! Will they be able to save their wood?Wild Wild Wood is an empowering, rhyming tale about the power of using your voice.

On a frozen sea, where the snow falls fast, and the whirlwinds rage and storm,A rockhopper egg, in a stony nest, was lying safe and warm.Dad watched and waited, waited, watched, the night grew inky black, Then he fell into a sleep so deep, he didn't hear the . . . CRACKDaddy Penguin finds himself adrift in an unfamiliar world, and he must get home for his egg!From train to helicopter, hot-air balloon to limousine, Daddy Penguin hitches lifts with kindly folk - but will he be home in time?A race against time for Daddy Penguin in this rhyming delight

Voices and Veils: Feminism and Islam in French Women's Writing and Activism

Once upon a time, in a deep dark bog, lived a teeny, tiny speckled frog. Now, he might be tiny (the other frogs call him stuff, like 'weedy pants') but his ambition is great. For he wants to be known henceforth as Sir Lilypad! Sir Lilypad the brave and wise! Slayer of the - er - dragonflies. And all he needs to effect this transformation? A kiss from a willing princess, of course…A new fantastically funny, froggy tale from internationally bestselling picture book duo, Anna Kemp and Sara Ogilvie.

Once upon a time, in a deep dark bog, lived a teeny, tiny speckled frog. Now, he might be tiny (the other frogs call him stuff, like 'weedy pants' and 'sugar puff') but his ambition is great. For he wants to be known henceforth as Sir Lilypad! Sir Lilypad the brave and wise! Slayer of the - er - dragonflies. And all he needs to effect this transformation? A kiss from a willing princess, of course…A new fantastically funny, froggy tale from internationally bestselling picture book duo, Anna Kemp and Sara Ogilvie.

'A magical, fairy-filled read with a twisty plot and main character you'll adore' A.F. Steadman, author of the internationally bestselling Skandar and the Unicorn ThiefFairies are real, but their power is waning . . . Embark on the adventure of a lifetime and discover the magic of Goblyn Wood, with the first book in a major new fantasy series for fans of Nevermoor and Podkin One-Ear!  Are you ready to enter Goblyn Wood . . . ?Hazel has always known she was different, but she doesn’t know where she came from. When her best friend Pete is kidnapped by strange creatures, she must gather her courage and enter Goblyn Wood, a forest inhabited by fairies. But their magic is being drained away, and Hazel soon realises that her own power is the key to saving both Pete and her new friends. Embarking on an epic journey of discovery, can Hazel restore the balance of the fairy realm?From Waterstones prize-shortlisted Anna Kemp – enter this rich and immersive new fantasy world and meet a powerful new hero.Praise for Into Goblyn Wood:'A fabulously rich adventure into a magical landscape, with that most important theme of all: believing in ourselves and the potential we hold.' Sarah Lean, author of the bestselling The Last Bear 'An absolutely sparkling adventure. The perfect book to curl up with as we're stepping into autumn' Alex Foulkes, author of Rules for Vampires'A beautiful story, beautifully told. Into Goblyn Wood gives readers a wonderful world to lose themselves inside, and to keep daydreaming about for a long time afterwards!' Sylvia Bishop, author of The Bookshop Girl'Anna Kemp’s world building is sublime . . . It’s unpredictable, perfectly paced and totally gripping... This is a truly brilliant book - fantasy at its finest. I could not put it down and cannot wait to read the next book in the series' Netgalley reviewer

'A magical, fairy-filled read with a twisty plot and main character you'll adore' A.F. Steadman, author of the internationally bestselling Skandar and the Unicorn ThiefNobody knows what lies inside the Knoll nor what form the Fae have taken after all these years . . . dare to face the unknown and rescue Goblyn Wood. Are you ready to enter the Hollow Hills . . . ?When Hazel ventured into Goblyn Wood, she discovered that she was part fairy, and that the mysterious fae were stealing magic.Now, on a mission to help the fairies of Goblyn Wood and rescue her friend Pete, she needs to travel to the fae dominion. But soon Hazel discovers a plot that goes beyond the fae. Can she find her inner strength and become the hero that Goblyn Wood needs?The adventure continues in this spectacularly imaginative fantasy world by Waterstones prize-shortlisted author Anna Kemp perfect for fans of Nevermoor and Podkin One-Ear!Praise for Into Goblyn Wood:'A fabulously rich adventure into a magical landscape, with that most important theme of all: believing in ourselves and the potential we hold.' Sarah Lean, author of the bestselling The Last Bear 'An absolutely sparkling adventure. The perfect book to curl up with as we're stepping into autumn' Alex Foulkes, author of Rules for Vampires'A beautiful story, beautifully told. Into Goblyn Wood gives readers a wonderful world to lose themselves inside, and to keep daydreaming about for a long time afterwards!' Sylvia Bishop, author of The Bookshop Girl'Anna Kemp’s world building is sublime . . . It’s unpredictable, perfectly paced and totally gripping... This is a truly brilliant book - fantasy at its finest. I could not put it down and cannot wait to read the next book in the series' Netgalley reviewer

'A magical, fairy-filled read with a twisty plot and main character you'll adore' A.F. Steadman, author of the internationally bestselling Skandar and the Unicorn ThiefLooming ahead of them, black against the darkening sky, was the rocky bulk of a mountain . . . brave the perilous heights and fulfill the prophecy. Will you climb the Howling Mountain?Hazel and Portunia have discovered that the plan to steal magic, involving an alliance between the Fae and the humans, is bigger than they could have ever imagined - and every day more and more children are disappearing.To save Goblyn Wood, Hazel must climb to the Howling Mountain and retrieve the fabled Fairy Axe. She will be tested again and again on her journey. Can she fulfill the prophecy of the slipskin before the magic of Goblyn Wood is gone forever?The spectacular conclusion to this imaginative fantasy world by Waterstones prize-shortlisted author Anna Kemp perfect for fans of Nevermoor and Podkin One-Ear!Praise for Into Goblyn Wood:'A fabulously rich adventure into a magical landscape, with that most important theme of all: believing in ourselves and the potential we hold.' Sarah Lean, author of the bestselling The Last Bear'An absolutely sparkling adventure. The perfect book to curl up with as we're stepping into autumn' Alex Foulkes, author of Rules for Vampires'A beautiful story, beautifully told. Into Goblyn Wood gives readers a wonderful world to lose themselves inside, and to keep daydreaming about for a long time afterwards!' Sylvia Bishop, author of The Bookshop Girl'Anna Kemp’s world building is sublime . . . It’s unpredictable, perfectly paced and totally gripping... This is a truly brilliant book - fantasy at its finest. I could not put it down and cannot wait to read the next book in the series' Netgalley reviewer

Forget about all the things you think a princess is SUPPOSED to do – Princess Sue is not that kind of royalty! Princess Sue sits in a tower, waiting for her prince to come. But then she realises . . . she doesn’t need a prince at all! Find out how this feisty princess escapes the clutches of her twit of a prince in this funny, feminist twist on the traditional princess tale. No need for pretty dresses, fairytale weddings and grand balls, Princess Sue is all about adventure, mischief and making unusual friends. She really is the best at being the worst princess!An empowering picture book from the brilliantpair who brought you modern classic Dogs Don’t Do Ballet, author Anna Kemp and illustrator Sara Ogilive. Perfect for fans of Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World, Princess Smartypants, Goodnight Stories for Rebel Girls and Ada Twist, Scientist.‘The Worst Princess introduces a brilliant, fearless, funny, fierce heroine who isn't settling for the usual sexist fairytale claptrap. This book is a delight and a refreshing blast of feminist fun!’ Laura Bates, author and activist ‘This book is a breath of fresh air! A much-needed reminder that we must carve out our own identities and not be forced into traditional roles.’ Sue Hendra, co-creator of the bestselling Supertato ‘Those sick of the cult of pink princesses will appreciate this quirky take on the traditional princess tale… A very funny new picture book’ The Bookseller Children's Buyers Guide‘Told in verse, and wonderfully illustrated by Sara Ogilvie, this picture book is so funny it could be safely recommended for all ages’ The Independent on Sunday‘Girl power is celebrated in this picture book that turns the princess role firmly on its head’ Waking Brain Cells blog

Irresistible festive fun from the team that brought you beloved bestseller Dogs Don't Do Ballet!My dog is not like other dogs.My dog is a ballerina who dreams of being the Sugar Plum Fairy.  So when Miss Polly announces the parts in our Christmas show, The Nutcracker, will my dog’s dream come true? Or will we both just be… bonbons?  An adorable story about friendship, positivity and the joy of being the very best bonbon in the box! Perfect for learning about how to be positive in the face of disappointment Warm and funny festive feel-good story based around putting on the popular ballet The Nutcracker Features the stars of the Roald Dahl Funny Prize-shortlisted Dogs Don’t Do BalletFrom the illustrator of The Detective DogPraise for The Muttcracker:‘Heart-warming, funny, charming and deliciously Christmassy, The Muttcracker is perfect. Anna and Sara have done it again!’Sue Hendra, co-creator of the bestselling Supertato series  ‘Brilliant to see Biff back! Kemp and Ogilvie have created another showstopper!’Lu Fraser,bestselling author of The Littlest Yak  Other books by Anna Kemp & Sara Ogilvie:Dogs Don't Do BalletRhinos Don't Eat PancakesThe Worst PrincessSir LilypadDave the Lonely Monster

Irresistible festive fun from the team that brought you beloved bestseller Dogs Don't Do Ballet!My dog is not like other dogs.My dog is a ballerina who dreams of being the Sugar Plum Fairy.  So when Miss Polly announces the parts in our Christmas show, The Nutcracker, will my dog’s dream come true? Or will we both just be… bonbons?  An adorable story about friendship, positivity and the joy of being the very best bonbon in the box! Perfect for learning about how to be positive in the face of disappointment Warm and funny festive feel-good story based around putting on the popular ballet The Nutcracker Features the stars of the Roald Dahl Funny Prize-shortlisted Dogs Don’t Do BalletFrom the illustrator of The Detective DogPraise for The Muttcracker:‘Heart-warming, funny, charming and deliciously Christmassy, The Muttcracker is perfect. Anna and Sara have done it again!’Sue Hendra, co-creator of the bestselling Supertato series  ‘Brilliant to see Biff back! Kemp and Ogilvie have created another showstopper!’Lu Fraser,bestselling author of The Littlest Yak  Other books by Anna Kemp & Sara Ogilvie:Dogs Don't Do BalletRhinos Don't Eat PancakesThe Worst PrincessSir LilypadDave the Lonely Monster

Monstrous beasts have feelings too!  This lively story of a lonely monster called Dave, who lives all alone in a retirement cave, is a lighthearted reminder that we should treat others as we would want to be treated ourselves - and that we could all do with a bit more monster in our lives!  Another classic-in-the-making all about kindness from the unbeatable duo of brilliant author Anna Kemp and Sara Ogilive, illustrator of The Detective Dog.  PRAISE FOR THE WORST PRINCESS:‘Those sick of the cult of pink princesses will appreciate this quirky take on the traditional princess tale… A very funny new picture book’ The Bookseller Children's Buyers Guide‘Told in verse, and wonderfully illustrated by Sara Ogilvie, this picture book is so funny it could be safely recommended for all ages’ The Independent on Sunday  PRAISE FOR DOGS DON’T DO BALLET:‘This heart-warming and humorous story will help children to realise that everyday, including themselves, can surprise with an unexpected talent’ Read Me‘This is a parent and child read together, laugh together and have fun with picture, story and words sort of a book’ School Librarian  PRAISE FOR RHINOS DON’T EAT PANCAKES:‘Offers a good-humoured warning to parents who don't listen… The massive, full-colour pictures make this a delicious book’ The Independent on Sunday‘Anna Kemp's heart-warming story is told simply but with humour and emotion. And at the hands of Sara Ogilvie, all the characters are brought expressively to life.’ The Scotsman

Monstrous beasts have feelings too!  This lively story of a lonely monster called Dave, who lives all alone in a retirement cave, is a lighthearted reminder that we should treat others as we would want to be treated ourselves - and that we could all do with a bit more monster in our lives!  Another classic-in-the-making all about kindness from the unbeatable duo of brilliant author Anna Kemp and Sara Ogilive, illustrator of The Detective Dog.  PRAISE FOR THE WORST PRINCESS:‘Those sick of the cult of pink princesses will appreciate this quirky take on the traditional princess tale… A very funny new picture book’ The Bookseller Children's Buyers Guide‘Told in verse, and wonderfully illustrated by Sara Ogilvie, this picture book is so funny it could be safely recommended for all ages’ The Independent on Sunday  PRAISE FOR DOGS DON’T DO BALLET:‘This heart-warming and humorous story will help children to realise that everyday, including themselves, can surprise with an unexpected talent’ Read Me‘This is a parent and child read together, laugh together and have fun with picture, story and words sort of a book’ School Librarian  PRAISE FOR RHINOS DON’T EAT PANCAKES:‘Offers a good-humoured warning to parents who don't listen… The massive, full-colour pictures make this a delicious book’ The Independent on Sunday‘Anna Kemp's heart-warming story is told simply but with humour and emotion. And at the hands of Sara Ogilvie, all the characters are brought expressively to life.’ The Scotsman

The funny, touching story of an Ice Age mammoth who finds himself in a modern day city from the bestselling author of Dogs Don't Do Ballet. Shortlisted for The Klaus Flugge Prize 2022, highlighting the most promising newcomers to children's picture book illustration.Big beast. Big city. BIG TROUBLE.When an Ice Age mammoth finds himself in a modern day city, he's not at all sure what to make of this huge, gleaming forest. Strange birds in the sky, strange beetles on the ground and strange, shouty cavemen.Is he the only mammoth in the WORLD?A warm and and endearing story about finding your herd and a place to trumpet wildly from much-loved author Anna Kemp and exciting new illustrator, Adam Beer.Other books by Anna Kemp:Dogs Don't Do BalletRhinos Don't Eat PancakesThe Worst PrincessSir LilypadDave the Lonely Monster

The funny, touching story of an Ice Age mammoth who finds himself in a modern day city from the bestselling author of Dogs Don't Do Ballet.Big beast. Big city. BIG TROUBLE.When an Ice Age mammoth finds himself in a modern day city, he's not at all sure what to make of this huge, gleaming forest. Strange birds in the sky, strange beetles on the ground and strange, shouty cavemen.Is he the only mammoth in the WORLD?A warm and and endearing story about finding your herd and a place to trumpet wildly from much-loved author Anna Kemp and exciting new illustrator, Adam Beer.Other books by Anna Kemp:Dogs Don't Do BalletRhinos Don't Eat PancakesThe Worst PrincessSir LilypadDave the Lonely Monster

Beneath that hat is a very bad cat, her name is Moggie McFlea: The maddest, baddest, mischief-making cat in history. . . . When Magic Magda takes in villainous Moggie McFlea, things do not go well as Moggie tinkers with Magda’s every spell, resulting in cream in every fountain and a tabby on TV. Mags is in despair! But even Moggie McFlea doesn’t want to make poor Magda cry, so will they find a way to get the most out of being both naughty and nice? Discover tricks and treats galore in this funny and affectionate story from the bestselling author of Dogs Don't Do Ballet, with irresistibly spiky illustrations from Adam Beer.Other books by Anna Kemp and Adam Beer:MammothOther books by Anna Kemp and Sara Ogilvie:Dogs Don't Do BalletRhinos Don't Eat PancakesThe Worst PrincessSir LilypadDave the Lonely MonsterOther books by Adam Beer:Solo

Beneath that hat is a very bad cat, her name is Moggie McFlea: The maddest, baddest, mischief-making cat in history. . . . When Magic Magda takes in villainous Moggie McFlea, things do not go well as Moggie tinkers with Magda’s every spell, resulting in cream in every fountain and a tabby on TV. Mags is in despair! But even Moggie McFlea doesn’t want to make poor Magda cry, so will they find a way to get the most out of being both naughty and nice? Discover tricks and treats galore in this funny and affectionate story from the bestselling author of Dogs Don't Do Ballet, with irresistibly spiky illustrations from Adam Beer.Other books by Anna Kemp and Adam Beer:MammothOther books by Anna Kemp and Sara Ogilvie:Dogs Don't Do BalletRhinos Don't Eat PancakesThe Worst PrincessSir LilypadDave the Lonely MonsterOther books by Adam Beer:Solo

Life as Creative Constraint is the first book to focus on the extraordinary life-writing of the French experimental writing group, the Oulipo. The Oulipo's enthusiasm for literary games and formal gymnastics has seen its work caricatured as 'lifeless' - impressively virtuoso but more interested in form than content and ultimately disengaged from the world. This book examines a broad corpus of work by Georges Perec, Marcel Bénabou, Jacques Roubaud and Anne F. Garréta to show that, despite the group's early devotion to the radical impersonality of mathematics, later generations of oulipians have brought the group's fascination with systems, games and constraints to bear on autobiography. Far from being 'lifeless', oulipian constraints and concepts provide the tools that allow writers to engage critically and creatively with lived experience, and mine the potential of the autobiographical genre. The games played by these writers are not simply pastimes or cunning writing techniques, but modes of survival, self-examination, self-invention, and relating to the world and to others. As the title of Georges Perec’s masterpiece suggests, they are a mode d’emploi for life.

Life as Creative Constraint is the first book to focus on the extraordinary life-writing of the French experimental writing group, the Oulipo. The Oulipo's enthusiasm for literary games and formal gymnastics has seen its work caricatured as 'lifeless' - impressively virtuoso but more interested in form than content and ultimately disengaged from the world. This book examines a broad corpus of work by Georges Perec, Marcel Bénabou, Jacques Roubaud and Anne F. Garréta to show that, despite the group's early devotion to the radical impersonality of mathematics, later generations of oulipians have brought the group's fascination with systems, games and constraints to bear on autobiography. Far from being 'lifeless', oulipian constraints and concepts provide the tools that allow writers to engage critically and creatively with lived experience, and mine the potential of the autobiographical genre. The games played by these writers are not simply pastimes or cunning writing techniques, but modes of survival, self-examination, self-invention, and relating to the world and to others. As the title of Georges Perec’s masterpiece suggests, they are a mode d’emploi for life.

Celebrating ten Biff-tastic years of this hilarious story about a small dog with a big personality and even bigger dreams!Meet Biff, an adorable little puppy who will stop at nothing to become a ballet dancer.My dog is not like other dogs. He doesn't do dog stuff like weeing on lampposts or scratching his fleas, or drinking out of the toilet. No, my dog likes moonlight and music and walking on his tiptoes. You see, my dog doesn't think he's a dog. My dog thinks he's a ballerina!A fabulous feel-good book about a small dog with a big personality and even bigger dreams. This super-shiny 10th anniversary edition of this much-loved modern classic includes two brand-new pages showing what Biff has been up to since we saw him last!Also by Anna Kemp and Sara Ogilvie:The Worst PrincessSir LilypadRhinos Don't Eat PancakesDave the Lonely Monster

Daisy's mum and dad are always too busy to listen to a word that she says, so when, one day, she tells them that a big purple rhino has just walked into the house and taken a chomp of her pancake, guess what? That's right - nobody listens! But there's a surprise in store for Mum and Dad when they discover that a big purple rhino has gone missing from the zoo. Perhaps they should have taken more notice of what Daisy had to say. Kids will love this funny story about a little girl and her most unlikely new friend.