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One of our hand-picked classics that no home should be without, now with Beya Rebaï's beautifully atmospheric artwork.I felt very still and empty, the way the eye of a tornado must feel, moving dully along in the middle of the surrounding hullabaloo.Sylvia Plath's groundbreaking semi-autobiographical novel offers an intimate, honest and often wrenching glimpse into mental illness. The Bell Jar broke the boundaries between fiction and reality and helped cement Sylvia Plath's place as an enduring feminist icon. Celebrated for its darkly humorous, razor sharp portrait of 1950s society, it continues to resonate with readers today as testament to the universal human struggle to claim one's rightful place in the world.Part of a select range of illustrated 'rite of passage reads' from Faber, which includes: The Great Gatsby, Nineteen Eighty-Four, A Room with a View and Maurice.

Featuring children’s own words and heart-warming pictures, this board book is the perfect book for children living in, or visiting Quebec.‘I love Quebec because… ‘This charming book combines endearing things said by children about Quebec, with gentle illustrations of local animals. And from the beautiful scenery to the plentiful fun activities, there is certainly a lot to love!A wonderful keepsake for residents of Quebec, or souvenir for visitors.With beautiful pictures and charming words from children – this is the perfect book to read together!

“There once is a Queen ever constant to her people…” From the Nation’s Favourite Storyteller Sir Michael Morpurgo comes a poetic celebration of our Queen and longest reigning monarch, beautifully illustrated in watercolour by acclaimed artist Michael Foreman. Created in partnership with the Jubilee Pageant Committee. Praise for Michael Morpurgo:“A master storyteller at his best” The Sunday Times“Michael Morpurgo writes brilliantly about war and animals, conveying the big emotions without preaching.” Guardian“Champagne quality over a wide range of subjects.” Daily Telegraph“There are few children’s writers as compelling as Michael Morpurgo.” Daily ExpressPraise for The Butterfly Lion by Michael Morpurgo:“The Butterfly Lion is unique among animals and books, and will touch all hearts – both young and old.” Virginia McKenna, Born Free Foundation

A TOP 10 CHILDREN’S FICTION BESTSELLERA beautifully illustrated full-colour tribute to King Charles III, published to mark his coronation – from the bestselling creators of There Once Is a Queen.There once was a boy who was going to be king one day . . .From the Nation’s Favourite Storyteller Sir Michael Morpurgo comes a poetic celebration of our new monarch, King Charles III, beautifully illustrated in watercolour by acclaimed artist Michael Foreman.There once was a little boy, born a prince. Encouraged by his parents, he grew up with a passion for the countryside, wanting to look after it. Then, as the longest-serving Prince of Wales in British history, he dedicated decades of his life to raising awareness for conservation. Now our king, his devoted work will continue to inspire the protection of our planet for future generations.This allegorical story tells how – with the help of a tiny acorn – a wise old woman gives a lonely boy, who would be king, the courage and determination to change the world for the better, for everyone. An exquisite companion to There Once Was a Queen, this commemoration of King Charles III’s coronation is a gift book truly to be treasured.

The true story of how a simple act of kindness changed a young refugee’s life – from award-winning author Patricia McCormick with Mevan Babakar. For generations, Mevan and her family lived in their beloved Kurdistan. But when they are forced to flee by the Iraqi government, Mevan must leave everything behind. Her family travels from country to country in search of safety; and with each stop, Mevan feels more and more alone. Until … a stranger’s gift changes everything.Based on Mevan Babakar’s own childhood, this is a moving reminder of how powerful just one act of kindness can be. Chosen for EmpathyLab’s Read For Empathy Collection 2026 SHORTLISTED! Oxfordshire Book Awards – Picture Books category

This popular pack for Secondary offers top-quality short reads at a low cost.A fantastic selection of reading age 8 novels that have proven particularly popular with teens, covering a range of genres and topics.Number of books: 30Reading Age: 8For: KS3 and KS4This contains: 30 PaperbacksThe KS3/4 Reading Age 8 Pack contains one of each of the following 30 titles:The Battle of Cable Street by Tanya LandmanBecause of You by Eve AinsworthThe Climbers by Keith GrayThe Deep-Sea Duke by Lauren JamesThe Den by Keith GrayThe Disconnect by Keren DavidDream On by Bali RaiDrowning in my Bedroom by Steve ColeEchostar by Melinda SalisburyFirebird by Elizabeth WeinFive Hundred Miles by Kevin BrooksFreeze by Chris PriestleyGhost Stadium by Tom PalmerGood Boy by Mal PeetThe Harder They Fall by Bali RaiThe Humiliations of Welton Blake by Alex WheatleJust Another Little Lie by Eve AinsworthKnow My Place by Eve AinsworthNeedle by Patrice LawrenceNorthern Soul by Phil EarleOne Shot by Tanya LandmanRace to the Frozen North by Catherine JohnsonRavencave by Marcus SedgwickSay No to the Dress by Keren DavidShadow Girl by Sally NichollsThe Starlight Watchmaker by Lauren JamesStill Water by Chris PriestleyThe Tiger on His Back by Bernard AshleyToo Nice by Sally NichollsWrath by Marcus Sedgwick

This semi-autobiographical classic, written by the beloved Judith Kerr, tells the story of a Jewish family escaping Germany in the days before the Second World War

This popular pack for Secondary offers top-quality short reads at a low cost.A fantastic selection of reading age 8 novels that have proven particularly popular with teens, covering a range of genres and topics.Number of books: 30Reading Age: 8For: KS3 and KS4This contains: 30 PaperbacksThe KS3/4 Reading Age 8 Pack contains one of each of the following 30 titles:AdelAIDE: just wants to help by Melinda SalisburyBecause of You by Eve AinsworthDream On by Bali RaiDrowning in my Bedroom by Steve ColeEchoStar: is always listening by Melinda SalisburyFive Hundred Miles by Kevin BrooksFreeze by Chris PriestleyGhost Stadium by Tom PalmerGood Boy by Mal PeetJust Another Little Lie by Eve AinsworthKnow My Place by Eve AinsworthNeedle by Patrice LawrenceNorthern Soul by Phil EarleOne Shot by Tanya LandmanRace to the Frozen North by Catherine JohnsonRavencave by Marcus SedgwickSay No to the Dress by Keren DavidStill Water by Chris PriestleyThe Climbers by Keith GrayThe Den by Keith GrayThe Disconnect by Keren DavidThe Foundation: will always welcome you by Melinda SalisburyThe Harder They Fall by Bali RaiThe Humiliations of Welton Blake by Alex WheatleThe List by Keith GrayThe Starlight Watchmaker by Lauren JamesThe Tiger on His Back by Bernard AshleyToo Nice by Sally NichollsWelcome to Camp Killer by Cynthia MurphyWrath by Marcus Sedgwick

Today's top authors for teens and young people come together to share their stories about bullying-as bystanders, as victims, and as the bullies themselves-in this moving and deeply personal collection. Lauren Oliver, R. L. Stine, Ellen Hopkins, Carolyn Mackler, Kiersten White, Mo Willems, Jon Scieszka, Lauren Kate, and many more contributed 70 heartfelt and empathetic stories from each corner of the schoolyard. In addition, Dear Bully includes resources for teens, educators, and parents, and suggestions for further reading. Supports the Common Core State Standards

A rip-roaring, hilarious alternate-history adventure starring the world’s most famous inventors—and its most forgotten. From the author of the beloved Hero’s Guide series, Christopher Healy.It's 1883—the Age of Invention! A time when great men like Thomas Edison, Alexander Graham Bell, Nicola Tesla, and George Eastman work to turn the country into a land of limitless opportunity.And it all happens at the world famous Inventor’s Guild headquarters in New York City—a place where a great idea, a lot of hard work, and a little bit of luck can find you rubbing elbows with these gods of industry who will usher humanity into the future.Unless, of course, you’re a woman.Molly Pepper, daughter of brilliant but unknown inventor Cassandra Pepper, lives with her mother in New York. By day, they make ends meet running a pickle shop; but by night, they toil and dream of Cassandra taking her place among the most famous inventors in America.In an attempt to find a way to exhibit Cass’s work at the World’s Fair, they break into the Inventor's Guild, where they discover a mysterious plot to destroy New York.The evidence points to the involvement of one of the world’s most famous inventors, and now it’s up to Molly, Cassandra, and a shop hand named Emmett Lee to uncover the truth—even if no one will ever know it was they who did it.“Christopher Healy, author of the Hero’s Guide series, knows how to tell a good story. He’s done it again with the adventures of a determined girl named Molly Pepper.”—Brightly, Best Middle Grade Books of Fall 2018What happens when a pickle shop is the only thing standing between New York City and total mayhem?STEM for Girls: Meet Molly Pepper, who runs a pickle shop by day and helps her mother build flying machines by night, proving that great ideas don’t care if you’re a woman.Historical Figures Like You've Never Seen Them: Rub elbows with real-life inventors like Thomas Edison, Alexander Graham Bell, and Nikola Tesla in a version of 1883 New York where anything can happen.An Age of Invention Mystery: When Molly and her mother break into the exclusive, men-only Inventor’s Guild, they uncover a dastardly plot to destroy the city during the 1883 World’s Fair.Laugh-Out-Loud Funny: Perfect for kids ages 8-12 who love a fast-paced story packed with wit, hilarious dialogue, and page-turning action from the beloved author of the Hero’s Guide series.

This is a comprehensive and accessible picture book biography of Marie Curie, the groundbreaking scientist and two-time Nobel Prize winner, from an acclaimed author and illustrator duo.Before Marie Curie was the first woman in France to earn the highest degree in physics,before she discovered two new radioactive elements,and became the first woman to win a Nobel Prize (and then the first person to win two!)—she was a little girl named Marie Sklodowska who dreamed of being a scientist—and was determined to make that dream come true.This is an accessible and compelling homage to Marie Curie, whose life and legacy continue to inspire to this very day.

From the award-winning creator of My Dad Used to Be So Cool and Tough Guys Have Feelings Too comes a charming picture book inspired by the true story of Mary Edwards Walker, a trailblazing 19th-century doctor who was arrested many times for wearing pants.Once upon a time (but not that long ago), girls only wore dresses. And only boys wore pants.Until one day, a young girl named Mary had an idea: She would wear whatever she wanted. And she wanted to wear pants! This bold, original picture book encourages readers to think for themselves while gently challenging gender and societal norms.

INSPIREDBY A TRUE STORY FROM THE CHILDHOOD OF VICE PRESIDENT KAMALA HARRIS!Abeautiful, empowering picture book about two sisters who work with theircommunity to effect change, inspired by a true story from the childhood of theauthor’s aunt, Kamala Harris, and mother, lawyer and policy expert Maya Harris.“A must read for little girls around the world.” —Elizabeth Warren, U.S. Senator fromMassachusetts“An inspiring tale.” —Stacey Abrams, Former Minority Leader, Georgia House ofRepresentatives; Founder and Chair, Fair Fight Action“I love this book.” —Megan Rapinoe, Co-Captain, U.S. Women’s NationalSoccer TeamOne day, Kamala and Maya had an idea. A big idea: They would turn their empty apartment courtyard into a playground!This is the uplifting tale of how the author’s aunt andmother first learned to persevere in the face of disappointment and turned adream into reality. This is a story of children’s ability to make a differenceand of a community coming together to transform their neighborhood.A New York Times bestseller!

#1 New York Times bestseller and NAACP Image Award winner! The debut picture book from bestselling author Stacey Abrams is an inspiring tale of determination, based on her own childhood. Stacey is a little girl who loves words more than anything. She loves reading them, sounding them out, and finding comfort in them when things are hard. But when her teacher chooses her to compete in the local spelling bee, she isn’t as excited as she thought she’d be. What if she messes up? Or worse, if she can’t bring herself to speak up, like sometimes happens when facing bullies at school? Stacey will learn that win or lose . . . her words are powerful, and sometimes perseverance is the most important word of all. Plus don't miss the follow-up from the same team, Stacey's Remarkable Books!

From multi-award-winning singer, artist, actress, and icon Mary J. Blige comes a fun and inspirational story that teaches young readers they can be anything, and they are enough.Most of the time, people say “no” or “you can’t” because they dream too small.Young Mary has been told that there are many things she can’t do. Like stay up past bedtime, or be an astronaut or become president. But what she really wants is to sing, and she isn’t about to let anyone tell her she can’t do it!A powerful motivating tale about a confident and ambitious girl who doesn’t feed into negativity, this debut children’s book from legendary artist Mary J. Blige proves that anyone can make their dreams come true by believing in themselves. It's a great conversation starter for overcoming discouragement from others.Brought to life with imaginative illustrations by Ezra Jack Keats Award-winning illustrator Ashleigh Corrin, Mary Can! is perfect for go-getters who aren’t afraid to be a YES in a world full of NOs.

How did an ordinary little girl come to live such an extraordinary life? This picture book biography tells the incredible story of Anne Frank for a younger audience. Anne Frank's diary telling the story of her years in hiding from the Nazis has affected millions of people. But what was she like as a small girl, at home with her family and friends; at play and at school? In the first half of the book we meet Anne as a small child growing up with her family in Germany. Then we follow her flight to Holland to escape the Nazis; the German invasion and the gradual isolation, then outright persecution, of the Jewish population which forces the family into hiding; the years in the Secret Annex; and her last heart-breaking journey. Told with haunting, meticulously researched illustrations, this is the ideal introduction to Anne Frank's story.

Set in 1933 Germany as Adolf Hitler rises to power, this poignant novel about a young German girl who must leave everything she knows behind is based on the gripping real-life story of the author. Now repackaged with a brand-new look for a new generation of readers.