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Battling problems at home, Amelia risks her spot on the football squad when she lashes out at her teammates in this sensitively told sports tale from acclaimed author Eve Ainsworth. Football used to be a way for Amelia to escape when her parents were arguing, but now that her dad has moved out and her mum is struggling to cope, it’s just another source of stress.Amelia is late for practice while trying to help her mum and finds it hard to concentrate during important matches. Her coach and team-mates are all worried, but it’s difficult to help when Amelia lashes out in anger.Can Amelia find a way to get the support she needs before her temper pushes everyone away? Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.

Ellie battles feelings of anxiety about school that she can’t explain in this sensitively told tale from acclaimed author Eve Ainsworth. When Ellie wakes up one day and can’t face going to school, her parents think there must be a reason. Is she being bullied? Or is the schoolwork too hard?But neither of these things are the problem, and Ellie finds it impossible to explain how she feels.As the days of absence turn into weeks and then months, Ellie’s parents support her through this difficult time, but can she find a way to go back? Particularly suitable for readers aged 11+ with a reading age of 7.

Talented defender Eboni navigates balancing new friendships with her passion for football in this sensitively told tale from acclaimed author Eve Ainsworth. Eboni’s decision to join the Lightmoor Lionesses has led to a falling-out with her closest friends on her old team. They feel betrayed and Eboni is frozen out at school.Feeling isolated, she’s delighted when she forms a new friendship with popular Olivia, quickly realising they have loads in common. But there’s one problem. Olivia isn’t interested in football and can’t understand Eboni’s dedication to the sport that she loves.Will Eboni stay true to herself or will she sacrifice her footballing dreams for friendship? Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.

Big Cat Read On supports fluent readers to improve their reading skills and nurture a love of reading. Consisting of a wide range of engaging chapter books, the Big Cat Read On series improves reading stamina and comprehension, develops vocabulary, and introduces children to more sophisticated narrative structures and themes.Erin Jones is the new girl. Connor Grant is the disruptive loner. Chloe Stephens is the confident girl. Jay Richards is the loud, cool boy. Four students with nothing in common, except a place on the school minibus. When the bus crashes, can they work together to save themselves and their injured classmates?Ask the author and Book talk questions invite the reader to think more deeply about the themes in the book and reflect on their reading experience. Online lesson plans provide guidance in using this book in a range of settings, including independent, social and whole-class reading – all designed to support the reader to connect with the book and encourage a positive attitude to reading.

Big Cat Read On supports fluent readers to improve their reading skills and nurture a love of reading. Consisting of a wide range of engaging chapter books, the Big Cat Read On series improves reading stamina and comprehension, develops vocabulary, and introduces children to more sophisticated narrative structures and themes.Jack’s family are adrift on a battered boat, in a flooded world. Their village has been destroyed by a sickness known as The Plague, and their only chance of survival is to find new land to settle on. But Dad has now become ill, and Jack can see a dark boat following behind them, which might be Ravangers. Can Jack escape them, follow the stars and find their new future, or will they be forever lost at sea?Ask the author and Book talk questions invite the reader to think more deeply about the themes in the book and reflect on their reading experience. Online lesson plans provide guidance in using this book in a range of settings, including independent, social and whole-class reading – all designed to support the reader to connect with the book and encourage a positive attitude to reading.

Each Reading Book in the Rapid Plus stages 10-12 series is finely levelled for KS3 students, and includes:

E ngaging texts with mature topics and themes to appeal to older readers . Accessible layout with a dyslexia-friendly font and colour scheme. A diverse range of characters which all students can identify with. Quiz sections and recap pages to help learners develop their comprehension skills and reading stamina.

Each Reading Book in the Rapid Plus stages 10-12 series is finely levelled for KS3 students, and includes:

E ngaging texts with mature topics and themes to appeal to older readers . Accessible layout with a dyslexia-friendly font and colour scheme. A diverse range of characters which all students can identify with. Quiz sections and recap pages to help learners develop their comprehension skills and reading stamina.

Each Reading Book in the Rapid Plus stages 10-12 series is finely levelled for KS3 students, and includes:

E ngaging texts with mature topics and themes to appeal to older readers . Accessible layout with a dyslexia-friendly font and colour scheme. A diverse range of characters which all students can identify with. Quiz sections and recap pages to help learners develop their comprehension skills and reading stamina.

From the beginnings of the women's game, the sexist ban that lasted 50 years, to its glorious rise again and brilliant footballing heroes past and present, this is a celebration of all things women's football! Do you think you're a football-fan? Challenge your knowledge with this ultimate pocketbook of your Lioness footballing heroes. Young aspiring footballers will discover:*The history of the beautiful game*Meet amazing star players like Leah Williamson, Chloe Kelly, Alex Scott, Steph Houghton and their incredible trophy-winning manager Sarina Wiegman*Learn your favourite players' best moves*Pick your dream team using any player throughout history*Compare fact files and the stats that make these players the best in the gamePacked full of phenomenal wins, screaming goals, and extraordinary saves - this is everything you need to know about these history-makers, record-breakers and gamechangers. It's the perfect gift to inspire every young fan who cheered on as football finally came home.

Duckling's a nickname Lucy has never been able to shake off.And, if she's honest, maybe it suits her.She just isn't the type to socialise with other people.You might say she's reluctant to leave her nest.Lucy's life is small, but safe. She's got a good routine. But all that's about to change...When Lucy's neighbour asks her to look after her little girl for a couple of hours - and then doesn't come back - Lucy is suddenly responsible for someone other than herself.It takes courage to let the outside world in, and Lucy's about to learn there's much more to life - but only if she's brave enough to spread her wings...________________________________Praise for Duckling'A poignant read' Woman's Own'[I] loved this gorgeous, funny, poignant and very human book' Rowan Coleman'Underlines the importance of friendship, community and family while maintaining a galloping plot that keeps you gripped until the last page' Sarah J Harris'A lovely, heart-warming story about the importance of friendship and family, the power of forgiveness and about learning to love yourself' Clare Swatman'Duckling is joyous, life-affirming and refreshing' - Joanne Harris'Combines uplifting and poignant moments with a plot that is so gripping it had me feverishly turning the pages!' Jessica Ryn'Charming and compassionate, dark at times yet peppered with joy' Eleanor Ray

Poppy feels like her life is falling to pieces in this coming-of-age novella of blended families and online bullying from acclaimed author Eve Ainsworth. Poppy's having a nightmare at home. Her parents have split up and her mum's new boyfriend is moving in. Dad is the one who's always been there for Poppy, but now he's drifting further and further away. It seems like things can't get any worse until it all goes wrong at school as well and Poppy finds herself being targeted by spiteful bullies. As the vicious online comments keep coming, who can Poppy turn to for help? Particularly suitable for readers aged 13+ with a reading age of 8.

Award-winning author Eve Ainsworth returns with a stark, honest and deeply moving novella exploring the difficult subject of alcoholism. Violet's mum hasn't been herself for a while. A few too many glasses of wine in the evening. Mornings when she can't get out of bed. Now Violet's the one looking after her little brother and looking out for empty bottles in Mum's bag. But it's just another little blip. Mum will be fine again soon. She has to be … How long do blips last for? Particularly suitable for readers aged 13+ with a reading age of 8.

A teenager’s longing for family and a place to call home is poignantly portrayed in this heartfelt and ultimately uplifting story of life in the foster-care system. Feeling betrayed when her long-term foster placement breaks down, Amy is sent to live with a new family, the Dawsons. Although initially reluctant to trust them, she eventually starts to let down her guard. But just when it seems like she’s found her forever family, she hears a telephone call that suggests things aren’t going to work out. Will Amy be abandoned again – or does she dare hope that she might finally have found home? Particularly suitable for readers aged 13+ with a reading age of 8.

Acclaimed author Eve Ainsworth tackles the increasing expense of football for working-class kids in this touching story of family, community and beating the odds. Lewis loves football more than anything else in the world, so he’s thrilled when his talent is spotted by a local coach.But there are some big obstacles in his way. His mum doesn’t want him to have anything to do with the game because of what happened to his dad on the pitch. And even if Lewis can persuade her to let him give it a go, there’s no way they can afford the kit.Can Lewis beat the odds to have a chance of following his dream? Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.

A shy but talented footballer navigates challenging friendships and anxiety at school in this touching tale from acclaimed author Eve Ainsworth. Lily always feels a little bit left out. Shy and anxious, she finds school really hard, particularly as most of the other girls all seem so confident. Most of the time, Lily wishes that she could just disappear. But during a game of football in PE, Lily’s teacher spots her natural talent and invites Lily to join the local girls’ team, where she starts to make friends with some of the other players. Finally, she thinks she’s found a place where she fits in, but will a vicious argument with one of her teammates put all her progress in jeopardy? Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.

Facing up to fears of bullying, Eva finds the courage to take to the field in this heartwarming tale from acclaimed author Eve Ainsworth. Eva’s football skills make her stand out while playing at break-time at school, so her friends can’t understand why she’s reluctant to join them in playing for their local team, the Lightmoor Lionesses.Horribly bullied at her last school due to a painful skin condition, Eva is terrified that the same thing will happen again if her new friends find out. Her instinct is to hide away, but can she find the courage to take to the field and play the game she loves? Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.

Lost memories. Lost loves. Can they find their way back to each other?When Will wakes up after a car accident, he's lost three years of memory. All he wants is his girlfriend and childhood sweetheart, Gem, beside him. Instead, nothing is as he remembers.Gem has finally moved on from hers and Will's break-up. With a new life and boyfriend, the last thing she expects is a call to say Will needs her the man who nearly destroyed her.As Will recovers, he is determined to prove to Gem that he is the man he once was. But by unlocking the secrets of his past, will he be able to piece together what caused him to change so dramatically? And, faced with the choice, will Gem continue with the safe new life she has built for herself, or will she go back to the man she used to love?A heartbreaking and twisty will-they-won't-they-should-they novel, perfect for fans of Dani Atkins, Jojo Moyes and Colleen Hoover.Praise for Somebody I Used to Love 'A wonderful story of love, loss and learning to trust again. I was completely drawn into the story from the beginning. Absolutely loved it, a total triumph!' Clare Swatman'Somebody I Used To Love took me on a romantic rollercoaster ride. I was willing soulmates Gem and Will on throughout all of its twists and turns. Eve Ainsworth creates vivid, realistic characters you really care about' Victoria Scott'A cracking read part swoony, second-chance romance, part amnesia-related mystery. A highly relatable page-turner with added feels' CJ Connolly'I thoroughly enjoyed Somebody I Used to Love. The characters are real and very likeable. It's a very clever story and I found myself pacing through the pages' Sasha Morgan'A raw, heartfelt tearjerker that stays with you long after you've finished. The characters are flawed and feel so real. Have a box of tissues nearby!' Lisa Brace'Gem and Will's bitter-sweet story bursts with heart. It's hooky and tense, full of joy as well as loss. Fabulous' Laura Wilkinson'An emotional read' Reader review'Wow, what a great book! It was so engaging and kept me turning pages until the very end!' Reader review'I was absolutely hooked on this book. Literally couldn't put it down. I loved the characters Will and Gem they're destined to be together!' Reader review'A poignant tale of lost memories and rediscovered love the emotional depth and relatable characters make this a compelling read' Reader review'I read this one in a day. Simply could not put down. I fell in love with the two main characters. A feel good novel that is great for a summer read on the beach' Reader review'A fast, engaging read and a great little love story' Reader review'I really enjoyed this book. If you love a sweet love story that will tear at your heartstrings then this book is for you!' Reader review

To move forward, I'll have to look back to our pastI know I have to get myself out of this funk, but it feels impossible. My childhood best friend is dead and nothing in life is working out as I'd planned.Then Lottie leaves me a 'jar of joy' in her will filled with instructions to visit places where we had our happiest memories. But with every happy memory, I also remember the things that tore us apart.Because Lottie was keeping secrets. And Jay the man we both loved keeps turning up at the same places. Even as I feel pieces of myself begin to heal, some wounds run too deep.It's time to make a change in my life, but can Lottie's jar of joy really give me the strength I need?A heartbreaking yet hopeful novel for fans of PS I Love You, The Memory of Us and The Last Letter from Your Lover.Praise for Pieces of Us 'So well written I loved it and read it in two days' Reader review'A beautiful novel centered around some of my favorite love stories of all time made me feel all the feels. You won't regret picking up' Reader review'Such a good book. I loved the writing The characters were great and the story flowed smoothly' Reader review'I couldn't put this down. The relationship between Lottie and Sara was so interesting and I loved the ending' Reader review'This book brought out so many emotions!!! I loved it' Reader review

PRAISE FOR EVE AINSWORTH: 'Eve Ainsworth creates vivid, realistic characters you really care about.' – Victoria Scott'A total triumph!' – Clare SwatmanA fairy tale romance. The pages ripped up. Will they get a second chance to rewrite their ending?Stevie and Harry's wedding was meant to be the highlight of the year, a fantasy come true. Working as a cleaner for Harry's family, Stevie never imagined the wealthy and privileged Harry would ever look her way, let alone propose.So why did she jilt him at the altar?Three years later, Stevie's back. A successful journalist, on the surface she's returned to look after her sick father, but she's asking questions about Harry's family that soon cast a suspicious light on her.Even as Harry tries to stay away, the two are drawn to each other time and time again. Then Stevie is attacked and put in hospital. Someone is willing to go to any lengths to keep her quiet...Dark, twisty and packed full of emotional gut-punches, this romance is perfect for fans of Colleen Hoover, Chloe Walsh and Mercedes Ron.Tropes: Dark romance Suspense Second chance Rich MMC x Working class FMCWhat readers are saying about Exile: 'This was a strong dark romance...Eve Ainsworth has a strong writing style and am excited for more.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – Reader Review 'This was a good, well written story about being true to oneself. A good read.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – Reader Review 'I liked the characters and thought they were well written.' – Reader Review

The remarkable story of the Dick, Kerr Ladies is brought to young readers for the very first time by award winning and CILIP Carnegie nominated Eve Ainsworth.It’s 1917, and Britain is at war. Shy teenager Hettie wants to help the war effort, and signs up to work in the local Dick, Kerr & Co. munitions factory. She’s nervous, but she has no idea quite how much her life is about to change … For, inside this factory are young women who are about to make sporting history. Can Hettie find the courage to join them, and in doing so, find her own place in the world?Based on the thrilling true story of the Dick, Kerr Ladies team – football’s forgotten legends.

The second book in the series, based on the remarkable story of the Dick, Kerr Ladies.With the end of WW1 being declared, Hettie’s brother Freddie should be feeling relieved, but unfortunately his personal war has only just begun. He is still crippled by nightmares and guilt about a mistake that led to a man’s death in the war.He tries to distract himself by helping Hettie support the Dick, Kerr team, and his love for photography sees him quickly become their unofficial photographer, taking team shots and getting to know the girls. Can the introduction of a new key player, Jessie Walmsley - a brave heroic woman, help Freddie to face his demons? And will a new job opportunity giving him the chance to travel the country, reporting on the Dick, Kerr Girls, finally appease his Dad?As the girls embark on their first domestic and international tour against the French Ladies team, Freddie finds he is on a journey of his own, facing up to his mistakes and taking a step to correct them. Can he learn from the vital lesson that the Dick, Kerr Girls have to offer? That team work, communication and friendship can overcome just about anything.

The third book in the series, based on the remarkable story of the Dick, Kerr Ladies.It’s 1920, and the Dick, Kerr Girls football team have a new member training with them… Martha, little sister to Hettie and Freddie, has finally been given her chance to swap street kickabouts with the local lads for the chance to play alongside the world’s best female footballers. But Martha has more to worry about than keeping up with the older girls. She’s dealing with new and confusing feelings, things at home are hard, and the future of women’s football is under threat.   Are Martha’s dreams – both on and off the pitch – too far out of reach?