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The first book in the New York Times bestselling MazeRunner series - now a series of major movies starring Dylan O'Brien!SEE THE FILMS. READ THE BOOKS. ENTER THE MAZE ...When the doors of the lift crank open, the only thing Thomas remembersis his first name. But he's not alone.He's surrounded by boys who welcome him to the Glade – awalled encampment at the centre of a bizarre and terrible stonemaze. Like Thomas, the Gladers don't know why or how they came tobe there – or what's happened to the world outside.All they know is that every morning when the walls slide back,they will risk everything – even the Grievers, half-machine,half-animal horror that patrol its corridors, to try and findout ... Book 1 in the #1 New York Times bestsellingMAZE RUNNER series!Now a major film available to stream on Disney+ High-octane, dystopian YA adventure, perfect for fansof The Hunger Games and Divergent Five pulse-pounding books in the series! Loved The Maze Runner? Make sure to checkout the sequel The Scorch Trials!

The second book in the New York Times bestselling MazeRunner series - now a series of major movies starringDylan O'Brien!SEE THE FILMS. READ THE BOOKS. ENTER THE MAZE ...Thomas was sure that escape from the maze meant he and the Gladerswould get their lives back. But no one knew what sort of lifethey were going back to.The earth is a wasteland. Government and order have disintegratedand now Cranks, people driven to murderous insanity by the infectiousdisease known as the Flare, roam the crumbling cities huntingfor their next victim ... and meal.Thomas can only wonder - does he hold the secret of freedom somewherein his mind? Or will he forever be at the mercy of WICKED? Book 2 in the #1 New York Times bestsellingMAZE RUNNER series!Now a major film available to stream on Disney+ High-octane, dystopian YA adventure, perfect for fansof The Hunger Games and Divergent Five pulse-pounding books in the series! Loved The Scorch Trials? Make sure to checkout the sequel The Death Cure!

The bestselling author of Who Let the Gods Outis back with another fantastic story packed full of humour andheart!'This is Maz Evans at her absolute best ... readers of allages will love this genius concept executed with pure class.' A.F.STEADMAN'The master of comedy for children has done it again . Funny,tender and clever' LOUIE STOWELL'Laugh out loud, heartwarming, and sharp as a playwright'squill . You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll snort milk out your nose.'ROSS MONTGOMERY'Hilarious, adventurous and inventive, this is Maz at herpeerless best!' PHIL EARLEWill Davenant has known more tragedy than laughter. But in anunexpected twist, he inherits his grandfather's copy of The CompleteWorks of Shakespeare - and makes a surprising discovery.As the last living relative of William Shakespeare himself, Willcan summon the Bard's heroes from the pages . . . and now he hassome extraordinary new friends to help turn things in his lifearound. Superstar Maz Evans - bestselling author of the WhoLet the Gods Out and Oh Maya Gods series - is BACKwith a new standalone story! Packed with timeless literary heroes, Maz's trademarkhumour and heart, and told with empathy and poignancy. Celebrates and introduces reader to some of William Shakespeare'sbest-loved characters in a comic, accessible way. Over half a million copies of Maz's books sold in theUK alone! The perfect Christmas gift for readers aged 9 and up! Goodreads Reader Reviews:5 STARS 'Fantastic! can't recommend it highlyenough!'5 STARS 'A great mix of fun and mayhem, magicand emotion'5 STARS 'What an emotional rollercoasterthis book was! Would definitely recommend!'5 STARS 'I gasped and smirked andloved every bit of it'5 STARS 'Such an amazing story!' MORE PRAISE FOR THE LAST BARD:'I laughed on every page, and she's made Shakespeare superaccessible for younger readers. Genius!' MEL TAYLOR-BESSENT'Every page is packed with laugh-out-loud brilliance and heartthat could fill a theatre.' JENNY PEARSON'Sublime storytelling from a master.' M. G. LEONARD

A stunning edition of Kevin Brooks' celebrated novel- a truly original, powerful and emotional story from the authorof The Bunker Diary!' ... will keep you gripped.' The Observer"... a cult novel." Independent"An immensely clever murder mystery." LiteraryReviewMartyn hated his dad, but he never meant for him to die. And nowhe has to tell the police what happened ... or hide the body.Simple, right? Not quite.One story leads to another. Secrets and lies become darker andcrazier. And then everything shatters. Life is never easy, but deathis even harder ... A stunning reissue of the Branford Boase-winning novelfrom Kevin Brooks, author of The Bunker Diary; alsoshortlisted for the CILIPCarnegie Medal.Published in over 20 countries and over 250,000 copiessold worldwide!

A prequel to the New York Times bestselling MazeRunner series - now a series of major movies starring DylanO'Brien!SEE THE FILMS. READ THE BOOKS. ENTER THE MAZE ...The world has ended: the earth is scorched, and fever rages throughthe population. Out of the chaos, a boy emerges with the powerto change everything: Thomas. This is the start of his story.An electrifying Maze Runner prequel, The Fever Codeholds all the answers: How did WICKED find the Gladers? Whoare Group B? Whose side are Thomas and Teresa really on?Lies will be exposed. Secrets uncovered. Loyalties proven. You'llnever see the truth coming ... A prequel to the #1 New York Times bestsellingMAZE RUNNER series - starting directly before the events of TheMaze RunnerThe Maze Runner, The Scorch Trialsand The Death Cure are all major films available to streamon Disney+ High-octane, dystopian YA adventure, perfect for fansof The Hunger Games and Divergent Five pulse-pounding books in the series! Make sure to check out James Dashner’s otherprequel to the Maze Runner series, The Kill Order!

The first novel in the magical White Fox series- a beautifully illustrated tale of a young fox and a magicalmoonstone. '[A] delight, full of peril, friendship and mysticism'FINANCIAL TIMESA young white fox called Dilah returns home to find his mothergravely injured. Before she dies, she tells him about a treasurewith the power to make animals human.The clues to its location are contained in a moonstone buriedbeneath their den – but wicked blue foxes seek the treasuretoo, and Dilah must race to find it first.Along the way, he meets all sorts of other creatures: a friendlyseal, an ancient tortoise and a fierce leopard – butcan he stay one step ahead? The first book in the White Fox series Themes of conservation, nature, civilisation and whatit really means to be humanTranslated by the award-winning Jennifer Feeley, withgorgeous black-and-white line illustrations by acclaimed Chineseartist Viola WangContinue the adventure with book 2, White Fox inthe Forest

I was stolen from an airport.Taken from everything I knew, everything I was usedto.Taken to sand and heat, dirt and danger. And he expectedme to love him.This is my story. Sixteen year old Gemma is kidnapped from Bangkok airport and takento the Australian Outback.Ty, her captor, is no stereotype – he's young and attractive. This new life in the wilderness has been years in the planning.He loves only her, wants only her.Under the hot glare of the Australian sun, cut off from the worldoutside, can the force of his love make Gemma love him back? The story takes the form of a letter, written by Gemmato Ty, reflecting on those strange and disturbing months in theoutback. Months when the lines between love and obsession, and loveand dependency, blur until they don't exist – almostWinner of the Branford Boase Award 'Complicated and beautiful – this novel left me doubtingmy emotions and missing a place I'd never been.' MaggieStiefvater'All the tension of lightning, all the terror of thunder.A stunning, scary, and beautiful book.' John Marsden'Disturbing, heartbreaking, and beautiful all at once.'School Library Journal

Book 3 in the New York Times bestselling series- perfect for curious readers!'This book reminded me of some of the children’s booksI grew up with, like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and ThePhantom Tollbooth.' RICKRIORDAN, author of the PERCY JACKSON serieson book 1'Like the Potter books, this story goes beyond mereadventure' BOOKLIST on book 1Reynie,Kate, Sticky and Constance are back – but so is MrCurtain, with another devious scheme.Can the Mysterious Benedict Society thwart Mr Curtain's plans,even whilst held prisoner?Join them on their adventure as they face all sorts of dilemmasin a bid to save Stonetown ... Book 3 in the 4-book New York Times bestsellingadventure series – ideal for children aged 10 and upJoin a group of smart and resourceful junior sleuthsas they solve a series of page-turning puzzles and mysteriesPerfect for fans of Robin Stevens's MURDER MOST UNLADYLIKEseriesThe adventure continues in book 4, THE MYSTERIOUS BENEDICTSOCIETY AND THE RIDDLE OF AGES

Book 4 in the New York Times bestselling series- perfect for curious readers!'This book reminded me of some of the children’s booksI grew up with, like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and ThePhantom Tollbooth.' RICKRIORDAN, author of the PERCY JACKSON serieson book 1'Like the Potter books, this story goes beyond mereadventure' BOOKLIST on book 1Afterstarring in three adventures, the inimitable quartet of Reynie,Sticky, Kate, and Constance haven't had a mission togetherin some time.But with the arrival of a new Society member – and a newthreat – they must reunite to face dilemmas more dangerousthan ever before.Including the return of the villainous Mr Curtain and his TenMen, and a formidable enemy with a mystifying ability to track theirevery move ...  Book 4 in the New York Times bestselling adventureseries – ideal for children aged 10 and upJoin a group of smart and resourceful junior sleuthsas they solve a series of page-turning puzzles and mysteriesPerfect for fans of Robin Stevens's MURDER MOST UNLADYLIKEseriesWant to know how it all began? Check out the prequelto the series, THE EXTRAORDINARY EDUCATION OF NICHOLAS BENEDICT

The third book in Cornelia Funke's internationally celebratedtrilogy for young readers - magical, thrilling and mesmerising.OVER 14 MILLION COPIES OF THE SERIES SOLD WORLDWIDELife in the Inkworld has been far from easy since the extraordinaryevents of Inkspell, when the story of Inkheart magically drewMeggie, Mo and Dustfinger back into its pages.With Dustfinger dead, and the evil Adderhead now in control, thestory in which they are all caught has taken an unhappy turn.Even Elinor, left alone in the real world, believes her family tobe lost - lost between the covers of a book.But as winter comes on there is reason to hope - if only Meggieand Mo can rewrite the wrongs of the past and make a dangerouspact with death ... Book 3 in the internationally bestselling Inkworldseries, for ages 9 and upA thrilling and magical adventure about stories and theimagination they inspireCornelia Funke is the critically-acclaimed, internationallybestselling author of Dragon Rider and The ThiefLordInkheart is a major feature film from the makersof The Lord of the Rings, starring Andy Serkis,Paul Bettany and Brendan FraserThe adventure continues in The Colour ofRevenge, a standalone story set in the Inkworld PRAISE FOR THE SERIES'I don't think I've ever read anything that conveys so wellthe joys, terrors and pitfalls of reading.' DianaWynne Jones, author of Howl's Moving Castle'One of the outstanding children's novels of the year.'The Times'A breathtakingly fast-moving tale.' The Independent

The third book in the New York Times bestselling MazeRunner series - now a series of major movies starring DylanO'Brien!SEE THE FILMS. READ THE BOOKS. ENTER THE MAZE ...The Trials are over. WICKED have collected all the informationthey can. Now it's up to the Gladers to complete the blueprint forthe cure to the Flare with a final voluntary test.But something has happened that no-one at WICKED has foreseen:Thomas has remembered more than they think. And he knows WICKEDcan't be trusted ...The time for lies is over. But the truth is more dangerous thananyone could have imagined. Book 3 in the #1 New York Times bestsellingMAZE RUNNER series!Now a major film available to stream on Disney+ High-octane, dystopian YA adventure, perfect for fansof The Hunger Games and Divergent Five pulse-pounding books in the series! Loved The Maze Runner series? Read the prequelThe Kill Order to find out where it all began!

The horse arrives in the storm, when Merryn needshim most ... THE PERFECT GIFT FOR READERS AGED 9 AND UP 'Tender and poignant, with dynamic blue-and-white illustrations,it’s a gorgeous, hopeful story for 9+.' THEGUARDIANThe horse arrives in the storm, when Merryn needs him most, followingthe loss of her father. Sorrel is a dreamlike creature, seeminglymade from the woods and the sea. Perhaps she wished himinto existence.He becomes her friend and confidant. Throughout the summer andautumn, they ride and play, but as Christmas approaches, it willrequire all of Merryn’s new-found strength to help her mumand her sisters heal too. A perfect gift for readers aged 9 and up; all the makingsof a modern classic.Stunningly presented: a fully illustrated, beautifuljacketed hardback with blue ink interior printingExplores themes of grief, family and healing in an accessibleway for young readers.For readers of Charlie Mackesy's The Boy, theMole, the Fox and the Horse, or Jackie Morris and Robert MacFarlane's TheLost Words and The Lost Spells

The second dragon adventure from the legendary authorof Inkheart, Cornelia Funke - over 1 million English languagecopies of DRAGON RIDER sold worldwide, and now a major movieon Sky Cinema!'A warm-hearted dream of a book.' THE GUARDIANon Dragon RiderThe last winged horsesare on the brink of extinction.Three foals lie curled in their eggs in a sanctuary for threatenedcreatures, where a young dragon rider lives with his silverdragon. The foals are ill, and the pair volunteer to seek the onlycure: a Griffin's feather.But Griffins, with the heads of eagles and the bodies of lions,are a dragon's fiercest enemy, and live far across the world inthe sweltering jungle. A dangerous and exciting adventure begins... The second book in the bestselling Dragon Riderseries by the queen of middle-grade fantasy, Cornelia FunkeDragon Rider has now been adapted for the bigscreen in a major animation with a stellar cast including FelicityJones and Patrick Stewart, now available on Sky Cinema Features magical illustrations by Cornelia Funke herselfContinue the adventure with book 3, The Aurelia Curse

A scorching debut and pyschological thriller, perfectfor fans of Black Mirror.Since her mother's death, fifteen-year-old Jem has kept a secret.When her eyes meet someone else's, a number pops into her head- the date on which they will die.Knowing that nothing lasts forever, Jem avoids relationships,but when she meets a boy called Spider, and they plan a day out together,her life takes a new twist and turn. Waiting for the LondonEye, she sees everyone in the queue has the same number - somethingterrible is going to happen. Over 1,000,000 copies sold worldwide. ‘First-time author Rachel Ward is certainly one to watch.But I’d avoid eye-contact if I were you.’PHILIP ARDAGH, THE GUARDIAN'Even the idea of this book gave me chills! How would youlike to know someone’s fate just by looking in their eyes?Creepy and original!’ R. L. STINE

A prequel to the New York Times bestselling MazeRunner series - now a series of major movies starring DylanO'Brien!SEE THE FILMS. READ THE BOOKS. ENTER THE MAZE ...When sun flares hit the Earth, intense heat, toxic radiation andflooding followed, wiping out much of the human race. Those whosurvived live in basic communities in the mountains, hunting forfood.For Mark and his friends, surviving is difficult, and then anenemy arrives, infecting people with a highly contagious virus. Thousandsdie, and the virus is spreading. Worse, it's mutating, andpeople are going crazy.It's up to Mark and his friends to find the enemy – anda cure – before the Flare infects them all .. A prequel to the #1 New York Times bestsellingMAZE RUNNER series!Can be read as a prequel to the series, or as a standaloneMaze Runner novelThe Maze Runner, The Scorch Trialsand The Death Cure are all major films available to streamon Disney+High-octane, dystopian YA adventure, perfect for fansof The Hunger Games and Divergent Five pulse-pounding books in the series! Loved The Kill Order? Check out The FeverCode – a direct prequel to The Maze Runner!

Squid Game meets Black Mirror in anelectrifying new YA story from the author of acclaimed The Loopseries. Fifty minors facing life imprisonment will be given a second chancethrough a new reality show, The Kill Factor. Contestantswill be led through a series of games, each aimed to teachand reform. But only one will win the prize, while the rest willface life in solitary confinement. Winning means freedom, and the kind of money that would changeeverything for arsonist and accidental murderer Emerson Ness. But what Emerson doesn't know is that more and more contestantswill die during each challenge. And the only choice they have isto win over viewers before it's too late . . .  A truly edge-of-your-seat sci-fi dystopia with a fresh,reality TV twistPerfect for fans of The Maze Runner and TheHunger GamesA sure-fire TikTok hit!  PRAISE FOR THE LOOP: 'Your next YA obsession.' ENTERTAINMENTWEEKLY'A terrifying and sinister look into the future that willleave your jaw on the floor.' KASS MORGAN, authorof THE 100'Fans of The Hunger Games and TheMaze Runner should look no further … Thrilling and terrifyingin equal measure.' OBSERVER

From the bestselling author of Darwin's Dragonscomes a high-stakes aquatic adventure, perfect for fans of TheMurderer's Ape! England, 1893, and aquarium fever is at its height.Twelve-year-old Vinnie Fyfe works in the tea-shop at Brightonaquarium, and waits for her milliner mother to return from Paris.The arrival of a giant octopus changes her life for ever. Discoveringa talent for art, Vinnie begins to draw the extraordinarybeast.She soon realises she can communicate with the octopus throughcolour and – as a gripping mystery begins to unfold –discovers what true courage really means ... The second middle-grade historical adventure by criticallyacclaimed Lindsay Galvin, author of Darwin's DragonsA gripping Victorian mystery with a touching connectionbetween a young girl and an octopus at its heartStrong STEM and natural history themes with an underwatertwist Effortlessly blends exciting adventure with a rip-roaringhistorical mystery and non-fiction elements  PRAISE FOR DARWIN'S DRAGONS: 'A striking and original adventure ... just the sort of storyI love.' EMMA CARROLL'WHAT a voyage! [Darwin's Dragons] is everythingyou hope it will be ...' LUCY STRANGE'[A] beautifully fictionalised story' THE TELEGRAPH

An edge-of-your-seat adventure packed full of puzzles,spooks and mystery!'GLORIOUSLY SPOOKY AND UTTERLY SPLENDID.'HANA TOOKE,author of The UnadoptablesAmity has run off into Badwell Woods.Her brother Claude goes after her, only to discover his littlesister's scarf dangling near a house in the trees.Has she gone inside?He enters, not expecting a three storey-building with NO stairs.And a party laid out when there's nobody else around.Only when the front door locks behind him does he realize it'sa housetrap.And they've been caught . . . A craftily spooky mystery - perfect for readers aged9 and upA fabulous twist on a timeless haunted house adventurefrom the acclaimed author of the Milton theMighty seriesScooby-Doo meets The Mysterious BenedictSociety via Escape RoomFull of friendship, teamwork and logic versus instinct- all wrapped up in a book with thrills, heart and bags of atmosphere Goodreads Reader Reviews:5 STARS 'Honestly one of the best kids' books(and not just for kids mind you) I've read all year, all decade'5 STARS 'Great storytelling and one not tomiss!'5 STARS 'A brilliantly spooky read with aplenty of puzzles and games to keep you guessing all the way tothe end'5 STARS 'This is such a fun, creepy,unusual adventure that gripped me from the start'5 STARS 'I recommend this book for the youngperson in your life who likes puzzles, adventures, and creepysettings' PRAISE FOR MILTON THE MIGHTY:'[The] first book in a fantastic new series from Emma Read'THE TIMES'A charming and thoughtful read' THE SCOTSMAN

Too old for Lottie Brooks and Nina Peanut? Meet JayaKapoor! Life isn't perfect - especially not for fourteen-year-old Jaya.But now she's got a scholarship to the posh school in town, she'sdetermined to prove that she can be the perfect student.But why stop there? She can be the perfect daughter too, and theperfect friend, and the perfect girlfriend (she just needs toget a boyfriend first) ...But what does 'perfect' really mean, anyway - and does being perfectmake you happy? Perfect for readers 11+ who enjoyed the Lottie Brooksseries and Lily Tripp: Diary of an Accidental TimeTravellerA relatable, clean teen story about a British-South Asianteenager navigating a new school, friendships and family dramaA fresh spin on the teen diary format - Jaya keeps abullet journal Think Louise Rennison meets Never Have I Ever!

A breathtaking tale of the rich, wild world and all itswonder from acclaimed nature writer and Costa Award-shortlistednovelist, Melissa Harrison - the perfect read for spring!SHORTLISTED FOR THE BOOKS ARE MY BAG READERS AWARDS 2021CHOSEN AS ONE OF COUNTRYFILE'S BEST NATURE BOOKS OF 2021'Timely and magical, it will open the young reader's eyesto the wonders of the natural world.' NATASHA FARRANT'Each page brims with the wonder of our natural world, somuch to learn but all a sheer delight.' PIERS TORDAYThree tiny, ancient beings - Moss, Burnet and Cumulus, once reveredas Guardians of the Wild World - wake from winter hibernationin their beloved ash tree home.When it is destroyed, they set off on an adventure to find moreof their kind, a journey which takes them first into the deep countrysideand then the heart of a city.Helped along the way by birds and animals, the trio search fora way to survive and thrive in a precious yet disappearing world... The breathtaking children's debut from acclaimed naturewriter and literary fiction novelist, Melissa Harrison: shortlistedfor the Costa Book Award and longlisted for the Baileys PrizeInspired by 1942 classic The Little Grey Menby BB, with shades of The BorrowersA tale of disappearing wilderness that couldn't be morerelevant in today's environmental crisis, brought to life forchildren by three tiny, funny, eternal beingsContinue the adventure in book 2, By Rowan and Yew!

From the bestselling author of THE SECRET OF NIGHTINGALEWOOD comes an exciting WW2 mystery entwined with magic and myth,shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize. 'A beautiful story.' KIRAN MILLWOOD HARGRAVE,author of The Girl of Ink & Stars'[A] mesmerising second novel' THE TELEGRAPH'A poignant and uplifting tale packed with adventure, atmosphereand intriguing characters.' MAIL ON SUNDAYEngland is at war.Growing up in a lighthouse, Pet's world has been one of storms,secret tunnels and stories about sea monsters. But now the clifftopsare a terrifying battleground, and her family is torn apart.This is the story of a girl who is small, afraid and unnoticed.A girl who freezes with fear at the enemy planes ripping throughthe skies overhead. A girl who is somehow destined to become partof the strange, ancient legend of the Daughters of Stone ... The highly-anticipated second novel by Lucy Strange,author of the bestselling The Secret of Nightingale Woodand The Ghost of Gosswater. A haunting wartime tale about a girl who lives in a lighthouse,woven through with an unforgettable legend.Winner of the Historical Association Young Quills Award2021 and shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize2020.

A stunning YA romance set in wartime England from award-winningauthor Lucy Strange, perfect for teen readers! WATERSTONES SEPTEMBER 2026 YOUNG ADULT BOOK OF THE MONTH 'An utterly luminous book, which stayed with me long afterthe final pages' NATASHA FARRANT'An achingly beautiful coming of age story, with a stunningromance I feared might break my heart at any page' ALWYNHAMILTON'Brilliantly plotted, sensitive characterisation and beautiful,glorious landscape ... people are rightly comparingit to I Capture The Castle' EMMACARROLL'Enchanting, atmospheric, poignant' THEGUARDIAN Heartbroken after the death of her fighter pilot fiancé, Julietis sent to stay with her sister at Samphire House. But when shediscovers the body of a local girl washed up on the beach, pastmysteries come flooding back.Under the darkening skies of wartime England, Juliet is throwntogether with a handsome stranger.Can she find the courage to confront her deepest fears, put righta terrible injustice, and - even as the world burns around her- risk falling in love once more? Gorgeously romantic clean teen fiction from bestsellingauthor Lucy Strange, author of Sisters of the Lost Marsh,The Ghost of Gosswater and Waterstones Prize-shortlistedOur Castle by the SeaPerfect for readers aged 14-18: wholesome and heartfeltteen romance without spiceAn unforgettable, sweeping WW2 romance with a thrillingmurder mystery threadRomance tropes include opposites attract, romantic betrayal,heartbreak to hope For fans of Laura Wood, Eva Ibbotson, Katherine Woodfine,Code Name Verity and classic coming-of-age novelssuch as I Capture the Castle Perfect for parents, grandparents and teachers seekingage-appropriate romance for teenagers Goodreads Reader Reviews:5 STARS 'Wonderful blend of romance, comingof age, WWII and murder mystery for teen readers'5 STARS 'What a delightful book, utterlyreadable and a perfect choice for any YA readers that want somethinga bit different!'5 STARS 'Any book that can make me cry likethis gets 5 stars'5 STARS 'Deserves to be top-of-the-chartsand win all the awards'5 STARS 'Buzzes with emotion and the magicof thrilling storytelling' MORE PRAISE FOR CUT HIM OUT IN LITTLE STARS:'A deeply atmospheric coming-of-age story with a touch ofthe gothic' OBSERVER'A wonderful book ... Fab characters, brilliant storytelling'JUDITH EAGLE'An absolutely gorgeous romance with a charmingly classicfeel - completely irresistible!' KATHERINE WOODFINE

A stunning edition of Kevin Brooks' celebrated novel - a trulyoriginal, powerful and emotional story from the author of TheBunker Diary.'It gets to you ... you want to tell everyone how good itis.' SUNDAY TIMES'A particularly moving and unusual love story.' GUARDIAN'A gripping story' FINANCIAL TIMESCaitlin's life changes from the moment she sees Lucas walkingacross the causeway one hot summer's day. He is the strangest, mostbeautiful boy she has ever seen - and when she meets him, herworld comes alive.But to others, he quickly becomes an object of jealousy, prejudiceand hatred. Caitlin tries to make sense of the injustice thatlurks at every unexpected twist and turn, until she realises thatshe must do what she knows in her heart is right. A striking reissue of the powerful, emotive novel fromCarnegie Medal-winning author Kevin Brooks, author of TheBunker Diary.One of a number of iconic Chicken House bestsellers tobe reissued for Chicken House's 20th anniversary celebrations.

A prequel to the New York Times bestselling MazeRunner series - now a series of major movies starring DylanO'Brien!SEE THE FILMS. READ THE BOOKS. ENTER THE MAZE ...The world has ended: the earth is scorched, and fever rages throughthe population. Out of the chaos, a boy emerges with the powerto change everything: Thomas. This is the start of his story.An electrifying Maze Runner prequel, The Fever Codeholds all the answers: How did WICKED find the Gladers? Whoare Group B? Whose side are Thomas and Teresa really on?Lies will be exposed. Secrets uncovered. Loyalties proven. You'llnever see the truth coming ... A prequel to the #1 New York Times bestsellingMAZE RUNNER series - starting directly before the events of TheMaze RunnerThe Maze Runner, The Scorch Trialsand The Death Cure are all major films available to streamon Disney+ High-octane, dystopian YA adventure, perfect for fansof The Hunger Games and Divergent Five pulse-pounding books in the series! Make sure to check out James Dashner’s otherprequel to the Maze Runner series, The Kill Order!

A universal story that will resonate far and wide, Loveon Sight captures the heat and hope of the city, andthe magic of falling in love for the first time ... WINNER OF THE LIME PICTURES NEW STORYTELLER AWARDWINNER OF THE BRANFORD BOASE AWARDWINNER OF THE DIVERSE BOOK AWARD'Jensen smashes stereotypes about life on a London estate,infusing warmth and hope into a rich tapestry of culture and community.'THE OBSERVER'A book that will stay with you long after its finished ...fearless, tender and refreshing' ANIKA HUSSAIN, AUTHOROF HEARTBREAKER'Love on Sight is a gorgeous, swoony, emotional rollercoaster of a ride. Think Kidulthood, but 2025.' @jotheblackbookworm'I loved every page . This book nails the electricpull of love-at-first-sight while staying honest about the realitiesthat come with it.' @codedreaderSabrina has her life planned out - she's going to pass her A levelsand go to university. But then she meets Jalaal, a boy trappedon the wrong path, desperate for a way out.An English Jamaican girl and a Somali Muslim boy being togetherisn't straightforward, with cultural expectations, disapprovingfamily and religious differences to overcome.But is that the struggle you face when you fall in love on sight? The outstanding debut novel from the Lime New Storyteller2023 award winner, Asli JensenAn uplifting contemporary YA romance, which draws onthe author's experience of growing up in inner-city LondonA modern dual narrative Romeo-and-Juliet story, perfectfor fans of Danielle Jawando and Candice Carty-WilliamsExplores themes of family, culture, friendship, redemption,class, faith and different forms of love in a fresh and authenticstyle, which will resonate universally

A brilliantly chocolatey adventure for readers 7 andup! 'With an excellent cast of characters, laugh-out-loud moments,and witty and sharp observations, this is a great choicefor fans of Dahl' THE GUARDIAN'A funny choccy caper that will have you laughing out loud!'WRD MAGAZINE'This wonderful Roald Dahlian adventure presents an assortmentbox of hilarious and eccentric characters that will be devouredby little chocolate lovers everywhere.' SOUTH WALESEVENING POSTJelly and her family live in Chompton-on-de-Lyte, where everyoneloves a Chocablocka bar or two - so when the end of chocolateis announced, she can't believe it.Determined to investigate, Jelly and her gran follow a trail ofclues to a posh chocolate shop and its owner, the pompous GaribaldiChocolati. Gari's suspiciously smug, despite his failing businessand yucky chocolate.Is it really the chocopocalypse, or is there a chocoplotafoot? An exciting, laugh-out-loud funny adventure for childrenaged 7 and up Readers will relish the terrifying premise: what ifall chocolate was to disappear?Features illustrations by Lalalimola Stars a truly ghastly villain - think evil mastermindmeets Willy Wonka! - and a down-to-earth heroine with a sidekickgrandma

A magnificent epic fantasy story of adventure, daringand a girl who defies an empire ...THE FIRST EVER WINNER OF THE WATERSTONES CHILDREN'S BOOKPRIZE'A dazzling, confident debut about power and personal discovery'THE TIMES'A supremely satisfying read which really deserves to be calleda page-turner' THE GUARDIAN'A wonderful, swashbuckling read and an exceptional debut.'BOOKS FOR KEEPSWhen her father dies nobly in battle, fourteen-year-old Thirrinbecomes Queen of the Icemark, a tiny kingdom forever caught betweendangerous neighbours.Thirrin must raise an army to protect her people from seeminglyinvincible Imperial invaders. Her search for allies takes her beyondher northern borders, to former enemies in The-Land-of-the-Ghostsand onwards to the frozen Hub-of-the-World.But can she save her kingdom in time? Winner of the Waterstones Children's Book PrizeA gloriously dramatic and heartfelt story about a remarkablegirl faced with a throneCombines breathtaking description, steely-edged actionand warm characterisationPerfect for junior Game of Thrones fans aged9+An atmospheric, frost-filled fantasy perfect for Christmas! Goodreads Reader Reviews:5 STARS 'A stirring military fantasy adventure'5 STARS 'The perfect book for teenagers wholike battles, a strong heroine and fantasy'5 STARS 'Everything you could want from achildren's fantasy.a younger version of Game of Thrones and is accessibleto all ages and genders'5 STARS 'An inspired read, and a good introductionto High Fantasy reading for a youth audience'5 STARS 'A great read even as a 30 somethingadult' MORE PRAISE FOR THE CRY OF THE ICEMARK:'The characters are so fresh, and the writingso vivid, that Hill should win many new recruits to fantasy fictionamong 10- to 14-year-olds' SUNDAY TELEGRAPH'A first novel with a distinctive and seductive voice'THE INDEPENDENT'A wonderful, swashbuckling read and an exceptional debut'BOOKS FOR KEEPS'A sensational new author who is going to take the children'sbook world by storm . read it, read it, read it' THEBOOKSELLER

A brand new hilarious adventure from the author of thebestselling Who Let the Gods Out series! 'Hilarious with a bolt of genius – her bestyet' M.G. LEONARD'A riotous slam-dunk of immortal hijinks. An absolute blast!'SAM COPELAND'Gripping, exciting and of course, packed with trademark Evanshumour, OH MAYA GODS! proves again that Maz is oneof the very finest storytellers we have.' PHILEARLEMeet the children of Elliot and Virgo, beloved heroesof Who Let The Gods Out?Football-loving Vesper ... And super bright Aster...Now it's their turn to take on the world's worst-behaved immortals. Beginning with Maya bad boy, Kizin, and his Lords and Ladiesof Death ... Superstar author Maz Evans’s hilarious new adventureis a welcome return to the bestselling world of the WhoLet the Gods Out? series – shortlisted for the WaterstonesChildren's Book PrizeBook 1 of 3 in a superlative new spin-off series of mythologicalbaddiesPacked full of edge-of-your-seat adventure, belly laughsand Maya mythologyAs well as a brand-new Gods Squad led by Vesper and Aster,your favourite characters from Who Let the Gods Out?are backPerfect for readers aged 8+ PRAISE FOR WHO LET THE GODS OUT?: 'I totally fell in love with Elliot and the gods, and I thinkyou’re all going to love them too.' ROBINSTEVENS'One of the funniest new voices in children’s literature.The laughs come thick and fast' DAVID SOLOMONS'Blistering humour, mortal danger and immortal heart'KIRAN MILLWOOD HARGRAVE'Very, very funny' PIERS TORDAY

Winner of the Costa Children's Book Award 2019 - a magicaladventure for readers aged 9 and upWinner of the Times/Chicken House Children's Fiction Competition2017Shortlisted for the WaterstonesChildren's Book Prize 2020Longlistedfor the Jhalak Prize 2019Chosen as one ofthe Guardian's Best Books of 2019'This book is such a light-filled, huge-hearted delight ofan adventure.' KATHERINE RUNDELL'An evocative debut novel ... satisfyingly classic in feel'GUARDIAN'A heartfelt and mystical children's adventure story'TELEGRAPHAsha lives in the foothills of the Himalayas. Money is tight andshe misses her papa who works in the city. When he suddenly stopssending his wages, a ruthless moneylender ransacks their homeand her mother talks of leaving.From her den in the mango tree, Asha makes a pact with her bestfriend, Jeevan, to find her father and make things right. But thejourney is dangerous: they must cross the world's highest mountainsand face hunger, tiredness - even snow leopards.And yet, Asha has the unshakeable sense that the spirit bird ofher grandmother - her nanijee - is watching over her ... Winner of the Costa Children's Book Award 2019 A gorgeously original, fast-paced and magical adventurefor children aged 9 and upFrom the author of several bestselling books of childrenincluding Nush and the Stolen Emerald, Naeli andthe Secret Song and Tamarind & the Star of Ishta- winner of the Indie Book Award longlisted for the Blue PeterBook PrizeFor fans of Hannah Gold, Emma Carroll and Sophie Anderson