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Selected for the UKLA Book Awards Shortlist for 2025.Shortlisted for the Oscar’s Book Prize, 2024.From the creator of Barbara Throws a Wobbler - the ultimate story to chase (and laugh) your worries away‘A wise and comical look at anxiety and how to banish it ... With funny pictures and a guide to different kinds of worries, this is soothing for all ages’ - The TimesGeoffrey's got the jitters! It started last night when he was thinking about school - a funny, wiggly feeling in his tummy that grew and grew. But when Geoffrey's tummy jitters started talking to him - that's when he knew they were out of control. Geoffrey had to do something...Through a laugh-out-loud story and loveable character, Nadia Shireen shows how to understand and dispel anxieties, one jitter at a time.Selected as one of The Sunday Times Best Children's Book of the Year. Selected for Book Trust’s Great Book Guide 2024-2025

Barbara is in a very bad mood. She won't admit it, but she is. She has a problem with a sock, and at lunchtime there's a strange pea... And even though she's at the park with her friends, it all just gets a bit much. Suddenly Barbara's WOBBLER is out of control! But what if Barbara and her Wobbler can work together, so she can be cheerful again?Winner of the UKLA Award and shortlisted for the Oscar's Book Prize and the FCBG Children's Book Award, Barbara Throws A Wobbler is a brilliantly funny and sensitive way to understand and deal with tantrums."These are the most brilliant, beautiful and silly picture-books out there at the moment. Little doorways of joy." Caitlin Moran"This book is AMAZING. It will be a modern classic!" - Richard Osman

Our fearless heroine Billy is back! But, something TERRIBLE has happened!Billy's loyal sidekick Fatcat is kidnapped by a fire-breathing dragon. Uh-oh!Luckily for Fatcat, Billy won't stand for that: off she goes on a brave rescue mission...Join Billy for another fairy tale adventure with a twist.'It's a great story for everyone, especially those not used to seeing themselves centre-stage'- The Guardian on Billy and the Beast'Shireen's latest book confirms her as one of the brightest and best picture book creators working in Britain today... Sensational.' - The ObserverExplore the other titles from Billy and Fatcat::Billy and the BeastBilly and the Pirates

Return to the forest where anything can happen. An unmissable new book in Nadia Shireen’s bestselling and wildly funny illustrated comedy adventure series, Grimwood!'Our finest children’s author' - Richard Osman Perfect for readers age 7+, and fans of Dog Man, Roald Dahl, David Walliams, Loki: A Bad God's Guide to Being Good, Bunny vs Monkey and anyone who likes to laugh.Sharon the Party Crow has lost her mojo! Three parties in one day have proved too much for Grimwood’s favourite raving resident, and now it’s up to Ted, Nancy, Willow, and the rest of the gang to help Sharon get her groove back. Teamwork, friendship and, most importantly, dance skills, will all be put to the test as the gang try to get the party started again!  Fully illustrated throughout and full of heart, laughs and surprises, this is the must-read fourth title in the bestselling and fantastically anarchic Grimwood series.PRAISE FOR GRIMWOOD:'Grimwood is where I want to be. A carnival of crazed confused comical critters that is more real than real life. Lots of things make me laugh but Grimwood makes me laugh out loudest.' – Frank Cottrell-Boyce'Wind in the Willows (with added wind) for a new, wilder generation' – The Times‘Ted and Nancy are my favourite funny foxes EVER.’ – Liz Pichon, author of Tom Gates‘I CACKLED ALOUD on practically every page. Comic gold, tinged with such tenderness.’ – Kiran Millwood Hargrave 'Gloriously anarchic, properly funny and highly illustrated with dynamic black-and-white art, this is a quirky delight for children – and their parents, too.'  – The Bookseller'Dark, original and laugh-out-loud funny' – The Times'This book made my face hurt! Relentlessly funny.' – Rob Biddulph'Like Watership Down, but funny. You’ll laugh hysterically on every page.' – Caitlin Moran'Fantastic.' – Lauren Laverne'Pure genius!' – Louie Stowell'Made us laugh out loud.' – Jim Smith, author of Barry Loser'You’re in for a treat!' – Selom Sunu, illustrator of Look Both Ways'Utterly HILARIOUS' – Sophy Henn, author-illustrator of Pizazz ‘Every page of the book zings with invention and joie de vivre’ – The Financial Times

Return to the forest where anything can happen. Party Animals is the unmissable fourth book in Nadia Shireen’s bestselling and wildly funny illustrated comedy adventure series, Grimwood!'Our finest children’s author' - Richard Osman Perfect for readers age 7+, and fans of Dog Man, Roald Dahl, David Walliams, Loki: A Bad God's Guide to Being Good, Bunny vs Monkey and anyone who likes to laugh.Sharon the Party Crow has lost her mojo! Three parties in one day have proved too much for Grimwood’s favourite raving resident, and now it’s up to Ted, Nancy, Willow, and the rest of the gang to help Sharon get her groove back. Teamwork, friendship and, most importantly, dance skills, will all be put to the test as the gang try to get the party started again!  Fully illustrated throughout and full of heart, laughs and surprises, this is the must-read fourth title in the bestselling and fantastically anarchic Grimwood series.PRAISE FOR GRIMWOOD:'Grimwood is where I want to be. A carnival of crazed confused comical critters that is more real than real life. Lots of things make me laugh but Grimwood makes me laugh out loudest.' – Frank Cottrell-Boyce'Wind in the Willows (with added wind) for a new, wilder generation' – The Times‘Ted and Nancy are my favourite funny foxes EVER.’ – Liz Pichon, author of Tom Gates‘I CACKLED ALOUD on practically every page. Comic gold, tinged with such tenderness.’ – Kiran Millwood Hargrave 'Gloriously anarchic, properly funny and highly illustrated with dynamic black-and-white art, this is a quirky delight for children – and their parents, too.'  – The Bookseller'Dark, original and laugh-out-loud funny' – The Times'This book made my face hurt! Relentlessly funny.' – Rob Biddulph'Like Watership Down, but funny. You’ll laugh hysterically on every page.' – Caitlin Moran'Fantastic.' – Lauren Laverne'Pure genius!' – Louie Stowell'Made us laugh out loud.' – Jim Smith, author of Barry Loser'You’re in for a treat!' – Selom Sunu, illustrator of Look Both Ways'Utterly HILARIOUS' – Sophy Henn, author-illustrator of Pizazz ‘Every page of the book zings with invention and joie de vivre’ – The Financial Times

Return to Grimwood in the wildly funny fifth book in Nadia Shireen's bestselling and brilliantly anarchic illustrated comedy-adventure series. Perfect for readers age 7 to 107, fans of Dog Man, Roald Dahl, Bunny vs Monkey and David Walliams, and anyone who loves to laugh.'Our finest children’s author' - Richard Osman Grimwood needs a new mayor! Titus has finally decided he’s had enough, leaving behind big antlers to fill. With characters new and old throwing their hats into the ring, who has what it takes, who has a hidden agenda, and who is simply in it for the parties? The only people who can decide the fate of Grimwood are . . . the residents of Grimwood. Oh no. Fully illustrated throughout and full of heart, laughs and surprises, this is the must-read fifth title in the bestselling and fantastically funny Grimwood series.PRAISE FOR GRIMWOOD:‘Ted and Nancy are my favourite funny foxes EVER.’ – Liz Pichon, author of Tom Gates‘I CACKLED ALOUD on practically every page. Comic gold, tinged with such tenderness.’ – Kiran Millwood Hargrave'Pure genius!' – Louie Stowell'Made us laugh out loud.' – Jim Smith, author of Barry Loser'Grimwood is where I want to be. A carnival of crazed confused comical critters that is more real than real life. Lots of things make me laugh but Grimwood makes me laugh out loudest.' – Frank Cottrell-Boyce

Return to Grimwood in the wildly funny fifth book in Nadia Shireen's bestselling and brilliantly anarchic illustrated comedy-adventure series. Perfect for readers age 7 to 107, fans of Dog Man, Roald Dahl, Bunny vs Monkey and David Walliams, and anyone who loves to laugh.'Our finest children’s author' - Richard Osman Grimwood needs a new mayor! Titus has finally decided he’s had enough, leaving behind big antlers to fill. With characters new and old throwing their hats into the ring, who has what it takes, who has a hidden agenda, and who is simply in it for the parties? The only people who can decide the fate of Grimwood are . . . the residents of Grimwood. Oh no. Fully illustrated throughout and full of heart, laughs and surprises, this is the must-read fifth title in the bestselling and fantastically funny Grimwood series.PRAISE FOR GRIMWOOD:‘Ted and Nancy are my favourite funny foxes EVER.’ – Liz Pichon, author of Tom Gates‘I CACKLED ALOUD on practically every page. Comic gold, tinged with such tenderness.’ – Kiran Millwood Hargrave'Pure genius!' – Louie Stowell'Made us laugh out loud.' – Jim Smith, author of Barry Loser'Grimwood is where I want to be. A carnival of crazed confused comical critters that is more real than real life. Lots of things make me laugh but Grimwood makes me laugh out loudest.' – Frank Cottrell-Boyce

Return to the forest where anything could happen . . . Laugh your head off in the brand new adventure in the bestselling, highly acclaimed, wildly funny Grimwood series.

‘Our finest children’s author.’  – Richard Osman‘Ted and Nancy are my favourite funny foxes EVER.’ – Liz Pichon, author of Tom Gates‘I CACKLED ALOUD on practically every page. Comic gold, tinged with such tenderness.’ – Kiran Millwood Hargrave ‘Grimwood is like Winnie-the-Pooh written by the Pythons, and so madly inventive and funny I was howling with laughter by the third page. This is about to become a fundamental part of 21st century childhood’ – Caitlin Moran Laugh your head off with the first book this fully-illustrated series from award-winning Nadia Shireen. Perfect for readers age 7 to 107, fans of Dog Man, Roald Dahl, Mr Gum and David Walliams, and anyone who loves to laugh. Fox cub siblings Ted and Nancy are on the run from Princess Buttons, the scariest street cat in the Big City. They flee for Grimwood, expecting to find refuge in the peaceful countryside. Instead, they are met with thieving eagles, dramatic ducks, riotous rabbits and a whole host of unusual characters. Grimwood is . . . weird. But when Princess Buttons tracks them down, Nancy and Ted and the animals of Grimwood must unite in a mind-bending race against time . . . This memorable, distinctive and warm-hearted comedy series will have kids begging to read more.PRAISE FOR GRIMWOOD:'Grimwood is where I want to be. A carnival of crazed confused comical critters that is more real than real life. Lots of things make me laugh but Grimwood makes me laugh out loudest.' – Frank Cottrell-Boyce'Gloriously anarchic, properly funny and highly illustrated with dynamic black-and-white art, this is a quirky delight for children – and their parents, too.'  – The Bookseller'Dark, original and laugh-out-loud funny' – The Times'This book made my face hurt! Relentlessly funny.' – Rob Biddulph'Like Watership Down, but funny. You’ll laugh hysterically on every page.' – Caitlin Moran'Fantastic.' – Lauren Laverne'Pure genius!' – Louie Stowell'Made us laugh out loud.' – Jim Smith, author of Barry Loser'You’re in for a treat!' – Selom Sunu, illustrator of Look Both Ways'Utterly HILARIOUS' – Sophy Henn, author-illustrator of Pizazz ‘Every page of the book zings with invention and joie de vivre’ – The Financial Times

Laugh your head off in this second adventure in the bestselling, highly acclaimed Grimwood series. Your favourite fox cub siblings Ted and Nancy are back with an all-new wildly funny story that will have children (and their grown-ups) begging for more. Perfect for readers age 7+, and fans of Dog Man, Roald Dahl, David Walliams, Loki, Bunny vs Monkey and anyone who likes to laugh. ‘Our finest children’s writer’ – Richard OsmanTed and Nancy love their new life in Grimwood – the forest where anything can happen. But the dastardly mayor of neighbouring town Twinklenuts is on a mission to take over Grimwood and kick everyone out. Ted and Nancy must muster up bags of courage, rally their friends, and show off their treebonking skills to save the home they’ve grown to love.Fully illustrated throughout and full of heart, laughs and surprises, this is the must-read second title in the bestselling and fantastically funny Grimwood series..PRAISE FOR GRIMWOOD:'Grimwood is where I want to be. A carnival of crazed confused comical critters that is more real than real life. Lots of things make me laugh but Grimwood makes me laugh out loudest.' – Frank Cottrell-Boyce‘Ted and Nancy are my favourite funny foxes EVER.’ – Liz Pichon, author of Tom Gates‘I CACKLED ALOUD on practically every page. Comic gold, tinged with such tenderness.’ – Kiran Millwood Hargrave 'Gloriously anarchic, properly funny and highly illustrated with dynamic black-and-white art, this is a quirky delight for children – and their parents, too.'  – The Bookseller'Dark, original and laugh-out-loud funny' – The Times'This book made my face hurt! Relentlessly funny.' – Rob Biddulph'Like Watership Down, but funny. You’ll laugh hysterically on every page.' – Caitlin Moran'Fantastic.' – Lauren Laverne'Pure genius!' – Louie Stowell'Made us laugh out loud.' – Jim Smith, author of Barry Loser'You’re in for a treat!' – Selom Sunu, illustrator of Look Both Ways'Utterly HILARIOUS' – Sophy Henn, author-illustrator of Pizazz ‘Every page of the book zings with invention and joie de vivre’ – The Financial Times

Laugh your head off in this second adventure in the bestselling, highly acclaimed Grimwood series. Your favourite fox cub siblings Ted and Nancy are back with an all-new wildly funny story that will have children (and their grown-ups) begging for more. Perfect for readers age 7+, and fans of Dog Man, Roald Dahl, David Walliams, Loki, Bunny vs Monkey and anyone who likes to laugh. ‘Our finest children’s writer’ – Richard OsmanTed and Nancy love their new life in Grimwood – the forest where anything can happen. But the dastardly mayor of neighbouring town Twinklenuts is on a mission to take over Grimwood and kick everyone out. Ted and Nancy must muster up bags of courage, rally their friends, and show off their treebonking skills to save the home they’ve grown to love.Fully illustrated throughout and full of heart, laughs and surprises, this is the must-read second title in the bestselling and fantastically funny Grimwood series..PRAISE FOR GRIMWOOD:'Grimwood is where I want to be. A carnival of crazed confused comical critters that is more real than real life. Lots of things make me laugh but Grimwood makes me laugh out loudest.' – Frank Cottrell-Boyce‘Ted and Nancy are my favourite funny foxes EVER.’ – Liz Pichon, author of Tom Gates‘I CACKLED ALOUD on practically every page. Comic gold, tinged with such tenderness.’ – Kiran Millwood Hargrave 'Gloriously anarchic, properly funny and highly illustrated with dynamic black-and-white art, this is a quirky delight for children – and their parents, too.'  – The Bookseller'Dark, original and laugh-out-loud funny' – The Times'This book made my face hurt! Relentlessly funny.' – Rob Biddulph'Like Watership Down, but funny. You’ll laugh hysterically on every page.' – Caitlin Moran'Fantastic.' – Lauren Laverne'Pure genius!' – Louie Stowell'Made us laugh out loud.' – Jim Smith, author of Barry Loser'You’re in for a treat!' – Selom Sunu, illustrator of Look Both Ways'Utterly HILARIOUS' – Sophy Henn, author-illustrator of Pizazz ‘Every page of the book zings with invention and joie de vivre’ – The Financial Times

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 Guide to Being Good, Bunny vs Monkey and anyone who likes to laugh.‘Our finest children’s writer’ – Richard OsmanA Bigfoot is on the loose! Ted, Nancy, Willow and the rest of the Grimwood gang must embark on their greatest adventure yet to save their home from a nasty, thieving stink monster. Monster hunters are GO!Fully illustrated throughout and full of heart, laughs and surprises, this is the must-read third title in the bestselling and fantastically funny Grimwood series.PRAISE FOR GRIMWOOD:'Grimwood is where I want to be. A carnival of crazed confused comical critters that is more real than real life. Lots of things make me laugh but Grimwood makes me laugh out loudest.' – Frank Cottrell-Boyce‘Ted and Nancy are my favourite funny foxes EVER.’ – Liz Pichon, author of Tom Gates‘I CACKLED ALOUD on practically every page. Comic gold, tinged with such tenderness.’ – Kiran Millwood Hargrave 'Gloriously anarchic, properly funny and highly illustrated with dynamic black-and-white art, this is a quirky delight for children – and their parents, too.'  – The Bookseller'Dark, original and laugh-out-loud funny' – The Times'This book made my face hurt! Relentlessly funny.' – Rob Biddulph'Like Watership Down, but funny. You’ll laugh hysterically on every page.' – Caitlin Moran'Fantastic.' – Lauren Laverne'Pure genius!' – Louie Stowell'Made us laugh out loud.' – Jim Smith, author of Barry Loser'You’re in for a treat!' – Selom Sunu, illustrator of Look Both Ways'Utterly HILARIOUS' – Sophy Henn, author-illustrator of Pizazz ‘Every page of the book zings with invention and joie de vivre’ – The Financial Times

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 Guide to Being Good, Bunny vs Monkey and anyone who likes to laugh.‘Our finest children’s writer’ – Richard OsmanA Bigfoot is on the loose! Ted, Nancy, Willow and the rest of the Grimwood gang must embark on their greatest adventure yet to save their home from a nasty, thieving stink monster. Monster hunters are GO!Fully illustrated throughout and full of heart, laughs and surprises, this is the must-read third title in the bestselling and fantastically funny Grimwood series.PRAISE FOR GRIMWOOD:'Grimwood is where I want to be. A carnival of crazed confused comical critters that is more real than real life. Lots of things make me laugh but Grimwood makes me laugh out loudest.' – Frank Cottrell-Boyce‘Ted and Nancy are my favourite funny foxes EVER.’ – Liz Pichon, author of Tom Gates‘I CACKLED ALOUD on practically every page. Comic gold, tinged with such tenderness.’ – Kiran Millwood Hargrave 'Gloriously anarchic, properly funny and highly illustrated with dynamic black-and-white art, this is a quirky delight for children – and their parents, too.'  – The Bookseller'Dark, original and laugh-out-loud funny' – The Times'This book made my face hurt! Relentlessly funny.' – Rob Biddulph'Like Watership Down, but funny. You’ll laugh hysterically on every page.' – Caitlin Moran'Fantastic.' – Lauren Laverne'Pure genius!' – Louie Stowell'Made us laugh out loud.' – Jim Smith, author of Barry Loser'You’re in for a treat!' – Selom Sunu, illustrator of Look Both Ways'Utterly HILARIOUS' – Sophy Henn, author-illustrator of Pizazz ‘Every page of the book zings with invention and joie de vivre’ – The Financial Times

Once upon a time there was a wolf called Rolf - a good little wolf who liked baking cakes and was always kind to his friends. But real wolves aren't supposed to be good - they're supposed to be BIG and BAD.Can a good little wolf still be a real wolf?And will Rolf discover there's something big and bad lurking inside him after all?Discover more titles from the award-winning author: Barbara Throws a Wobbler The Cow Who Fell to EarthYeti and the Bird

Yeti lives all alone in a wintry landscape. Well, maybe not quite alone, but no one is brave enough to go near BIG, scary Yeti.No one apart from Bird, who gets lost on her way south. Will Yeti finally find a special friend?A joyful and hilarious story from award-winning children's author, Nadia Shireen. This bedtime staple is packed with easy to follow text and delightful illustrations."The lonely Yeti is an especially brilliant character, and one which is certain to capture children's hearts." - BooktrustDiscover more titles from the award-winning author: Barbara Throws a Wobbler The Cow Who Fell to Earth Good Little Wolf

Norman is a bear. A bear who LOVES honey.According to Norman, there can never be enough honey! And who has the most honey? The bees, of course!So, dressed up in his very best bee onesie, he thinks he looks quite convincing as he infiltrates Bee School with his eye on their huge honey supply.But how long will his disguise last? And when the hive is endangered, can he finally discover his true destiny and become. . . The Bumblebear?A rip-roaring, irresistible caper. ? Metro

One night a star CRASH-LANDS right on top of a flock of bumbling sheep.But the star is not a star... It's a little lost cow.And all she can say is 'WOOOOOO'. How will she find her way home when nobody can understand a word she's saying?Packed with bold illustrations and hilarious text, this heartwarming story is the perfect bedtime read."I haven't met a child who didn't LOVE these books. Sweet, funny, odd in a life-affirming way." - Caitlin MoranDiscover more titles from the award-winning author: Barbara Throws a Wobbler Good Little Wolf Geoffrey Gets the Jitters

While out on a lovely walk in the woods, Billy and her trusty sidekick Fatcat hear a terrible rumble... a terrible rumble coming from a Terrible Beast!He's making a Terrible Soup out of all of Billy and Fatcat's friends!Luckily, our brave heroine Billy has a trick or two up her sleeve (or in her hair)... Join quick-thinking Billy on her mission to defeat the Terrible Beast (and save those adorable little bunny rabbits too).Young readers will adore this hilarious story, packed with playful, energetic and simple to read text.'It's a great story for everyone, especially those not used to seeing themselves centre-stage'- The GuardianExplore the other titles from Billy and Fatcat:Billy and the DragonBilly and the Pirates

Barbara is in a very bad mood. She won't admit it, but she is. She has a problem with a sock, and at lunchtime there's a strange pea... And even though she's at the park with her friends, it all just gets a bit much. Suddenly Barbara's WOBBLER is out of control! But what if Barbara and her Wobbler can work together, so she can be cheerful again?Winner of the UKLA Award and shortlisted for the Oscar's Book Prize and the FCBG Children's Book Award, Barbara Throws A Wobbler is a brilliantly funny and sensitive way to understand and deal with tantrums."These are the most brilliant, beautiful and silly picture-books out there at the moment. Little doorways of joy." Caitlin Moran"This book is AMAZING. It will be a modern classic!" - Richard Osman

Join Billy and Fatcat on their quest to escape Captain Howl in their third thrilling adventure, filled with singing mermaids and sticky toffee eating sharks.Ahoy there! It's time to sail the ocean blue with Billy and her trusty feline friend, as they embark on a noble seafaring adventure. Billy and Fatcat find a mysterious message in a bottle at sea. When suddenly something terrible happens: they bump into a pesky pirate and his smelly crew. Oh no!Fortunately for our courageous twosome, they're no strangers to peril: they always have a trick (or treat) up their sleeves.Nadia Shireen is back with her third instalment from our favourite heroine and hangry cat.Explore the other titles from Billy and Fatcat:Billy and the BeastBilly and the Dragon