Julia Donaldson's trademark rhyming text and Axel Scheffler's brilliant, characterful illustrations come together in this perfect read aloud—a perfect gift for any special occasion!A mouse is taking a stroll through the deep, dark wood when along comes a hungry fox, then an owl, and then a snake. The mouse is good enough to eat but smart enough to know this, so he invents . . . the gruffalo! As Mouse explains, the gruffalo is a creature with terrible claws, and terrible tusks in its terrible jaws, and knobbly knees and turned-out toes, and a poisonous wart at the end of its nose. But Mouse has no worry to show. After all, there’s no such thing as a gruffalo. . . .

A 2014 Caldecott Honor BookFollow a girl on an elaborate flight of fancy in a wondrously illustrated, wordless picture book about self-determination — and unexpected friendship.A lonely girl draws a magic door on her bedroom wall and through it escapes into a world where wonder, adventure, and danger abound. Red marker in hand, she creates a boat, a balloon, and a flying carpet that carry her on a spectacular journey toward an uncertain destiny. When she is captured by a sinister emperor, only an act of tremendous courage and kindness can set her free. Can it also lead her home and to her heart’s desire? With supple line, luminous color, and nimble flights of fancy, author-illustrator Aaron Becker launches an ordinary child on an extraordinary journey toward her greatest and most exciting adventure of all.

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A wonderfully written fantasy set in the west of Ireland which tells of the coming of the Great Queen, the Morrigan, who is bent on bringing destruction to the world. Only Pidge and Bridget can stop her and their task seems impossible as they're constantly trailed by the queen's hounds. But they're aided in their quest by a host of willing helpers - a glorious array of unforgettable characters. The Hounds of the Morrigan is a remarkable book which was ten years in the writing and has resulted in something quite unlike anything written for children before.

The most spectacular Edge story yet with a stunning new cover look!Five hundred years into the the third age of flight and mighty phraxships steam across the immensity of the Deepwoods, plying their lucrative trade between the three great cities. Nate Quarter, a young Lamplighter from the mines of the eastern woods is propelled on an epic journey of self-discovery that encompasses tournaments, battles, revolutions and a final encounter with the Immortals themselves.This is the final tale in the Edge Chronicles sequence and it's a fabulous climax to the most original and dramatic fantasy series being written today. Set years in the future, this book is ideal for new readers to discover the series before going back to read the 'history' of Twig, Rook and Quint.Packed with incredible illustrations from Chris Riddell, this is a wonderfully funny, moving and utterly inventive book.

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Join the famous astronomer, Patrick McFuddy, and his son, Jacob, on their poetic journey through our Solar System in a fun, rhyming storyThe famous astronomer, Patrick McFuddy, is using the telescope in his study when his son Jacob comes in with a book. Jacob explains that it is his homework about Roman gods, but says that he would much rather that Patrick was teaching him about space. Patrick thinks of a way that he can do this whilst helping Jacob with his homework and the pair set off in their spaceship to explore the planets in our Solar System, bumping into Halley’s Comet on their travels and returning in time for Jacob’s bedtime.

Reissued in a stunning new cover look, the second in the Twig sequence of the Edge Chronicles.Since his childhood in the Deepwoods, young Twig has always longed to soar above the forest canopy and explore the sky. Now a lowly crew-member on his father's sky pirate ship, the Stormchaser, his dream seems fulfilled. But a much higher destiny awaits Twig as plots and treacheries from many years ago bring the lofty city of Sanctaphrax -- home of the Edgeworld's most learned academics -- to the point of disaster.For the city is built on a giant rock, floating high in the sky, its future balance dependent on stormphrax -- a valuable yet extremely volatile substance obtained only from the heart of a Great Storm at the very instant it unleashes its most intense power. And only a ship such as the Stormchaser could risk entering the Storm.

From the bestselling author of Tailchaser's Song comes the first volume in an epic fantasy trilogy with all the magic, wonder, and magnificence of Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings. A young magician's apprentice's dreams of adventure come true when his world is torn apart by war and dark sorcery. Advertising in Locus.

Nominated as one of America’s best-loved novels by PBS’s The Great American ReadOriginal, experimental, and unparalleled in their charm, Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass and What Alice Found There have enchanted readers for generations. The topsy-turvy dream worlds of Wonderland and the Looking-Glass realm are full of the unexpected: A baby turns into a pig, time stands still at a “mad” tea-party, and a chaotic game of chess turns seven-year-old Alice into a queen. These unforgettable tales—filled with sparkling wordplay and unbridled imagination—balance joyous nonsense with poignant moments of longing for the lost innocence of childhood.For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.

Join the dots, spot the differences, colour in and have fun recreating the adventures of the snail who hitched a lift on the tail of an enormous whale! This brilliant activity book is packed with exciting puzzles and games featuring characters and scenes from this bestselling story. There are even over 40 reusable stickers and a sticker scene – hours of fun!

Book by Lewis, C. S.

Reissued in a stunning new cover look, the third in the Twig sequence of the Edge Chronicles.'SANCTAPHRAX WILL BE DESTROYED BY THE ENERGY OF THE MOTHER STORM.'Far over the Edge, the Mother Storm is brewing -- a storm more terrifying than any seen in the lifetime of any Edgelander. Sweeping in from the open sky, it must strike the source of the Edgewater River to bring new energy to the land. But in its way is Sanctaphrax -- a magnificent city built on a floating rock and tethered to the land by a massive chain... Only one person can save the Edgelands from certain disaster: Twig, the young sky pirate captain who had dared to sail over the Edge -- but returned with his memory shattered and his crew flung far and wide. But to recover his memory and take action, Twig must first find his lost crew. And this means a journey back into the Deepwoods -- and beyond.

This edition is no longer availableA brutal war against the united hobgoblin tribes rages, and Quenelda longs to accompany her hero Dragon Lord father into battle. But when the elite Stealth Dragon Services is ambushed and defeated - due to the dark treachery of the Grand Master - and her father is presumed dead, the Seven Sea Kingdoms are thrown into turmoil.Evil plots swirl - with even Quenelda's own beloved dragon in mortal danger - but Quenelda finds a magical, secret solace at the heart of the fabled fortress Dragon Isle. Can she use her new powers to set the tide of victory turning against the hobgoblins?

Product Description Rook Barkwater dreams of becoming a librarian knight. Breaking all the rules, he sets out on a perilous journey to the Free Glades and beyond. Then, buried in the heart of the Deepwoods, Rook encounters a mysterious character — the last sky pirate — and is thrust into a bold adventure that dares to challenge the might of the dread Guardians of the Night...A magnificently inventive and brilliantly illustrated tale filled with amazing characters and creatures — from bloodthirsty muglumps to banderbears, spindlebugs and shrykes. Review “For children who’ve read the Harry Potter books and want another world to explore.” --Mail on Sunday“Fabulously illustrated.” --Sunday Times onThe Edge Chronicles About the Author Paul Stewart is the author of a number of previous titles for children includingThe Wakening.Chris Riddell has illustrated many children’s books and won the Kate Greenaway Award in 2002 forPirate Diary. He is also the political cartoonist for theGuardian andObserver newspapers.

A charming tale for people of all ages (but especially for young Sam Vimes) from the pen of Miss Felicity Beedle, Discworld's premier children's author.From Snuff: 'Vimes' prompt arrival got a nod of approval from Sybil, who gingerly handed him a new book to read to Young Sam. Vimes looked at the cover. The title was The World of Poo. When his wife was out of eyeshot he carefully leafed through it. Well, okay, you had to accept that the world had moved on and these days fairy stories were probably not going to be about twinkly little things with wings. As he turned page after page, it dawned on him that whoever had written this book, they certainly knew what would make kids like Young Sam laugh until they were nearly sick. The bit about sailing down the river almost made him smile. But interspersed with the scatology was actually quite interesting stuff about septic tanks and dunnakin divers and gongfermors and how dog muck helped make the very best leather, and other things that you never thought you would need to know, but once heard somehow lodged in your mind.'

Over eighty years since "Winnie-the-Pooh" first delighted readers, David Benedictus takes us back to the Hundred Acre Wood for more adventures. This authorized sequel to A. A. Milne's original "Winnie-the-Pooh" stories, by David Benedictus and illustrated by Mark Burgess in the style of the original E. H. Shepard illustrations, is now available in paperback following the massive success of the hardback edition which published in autumn 2009. The paperback edition is the same format as the existing Milne and Shepard titles "Winnie-the-Pooh", "The House At Pooh Corner", "Now We Are Six" and "When We Were Very Young" so fans can collect the range to create their very own complete "Winnie-the-Pooh" library.

Book by Parker, Shelley E.

In Skull Island a millionaire is found at his luxury island home - dead! But no one can work out how he died. You must get to Skull Island and solve the mystery before his killer escapes.

A fantastic new adventure in the world of the Edge Chronicles. These exciting new tales are ideal for those new to the Edge, or as an addition to the collection of any fan.The edition includes the stories CLOUD WOLF and THE STONE PILOT. It also includes a beautiful foldout timeline of the Edgeworld, linking all three trilogies together.From the Hardcover edition.

Since the defeat of Evilan, Wizards' Kingdom has lived in peace under the benevolent rule of Zendal. Until now. Zendal's beloved stallion, Shim, has been stolen and an evil foreboding once again fills the wizard's heart. Along with his fellow wizards, Crasmont and Mydar, and with assistance from old friends and new, Zendal must set out for the Obelisk of Ashmar, to fight an unknown enemy in his bid to rescue Shim. But will the wizards' magic amulets be enough to keep them safe, as they encounter the witches of Caylan, vicious Kites and brutal Seekers, on their journey towards a deadly battle with evil? The Obelisk of Ashmar continues the adventures of the Wizards of Wizards' Kingdom and their friend Loof the Catchet. Once again, their skills, spells and team spirit are called upon to save the day, and this time the safety of the whole kingdom is at stake!

Based on M. Night Shyamalan's The Last Airbender movie, this retelling is perfect for younger readers and fans. In another age, power is balanced among four great nations: Water, Earth, Fire, Air. Leaders of each nation are able to manipulate--bend--their native element. Only one bender, the Avatar, whose spirit is reincarnated through the years, can master all four elements--and is the one who can maintain the world order. When the Avatar disappeared a hundred years ago, the Fire Nation attacked. All hope was lost . . . until the arrival of Aang, a twelve-year-old Airbender, who reveals himself as the new Avatar. The Avatar has returned and he must now save the world from being dominated by the Fire Nation.

Free Lance has no master - he journeys from village to village and castle to castle, competing in tournaments and working for his keep. When his horse throws a shoe and he must seek shelter overnight in Lord Big Nose's village, he accepts his most dangerous mission yet - retrieving an enchanted crown from the Lake of Skulls. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 8+

What's the point of a daring quest without a little competition? The Knights of the Drop- Leaf Table don't think there is one, so it's time to draw up the rules, find a suitable prize, hit the road on their less-than-trusty steeds and prove who's best! Can they return laden with magic amulets, damsels in distress and dragon's heads? Or is the draw of one of Mrs Spunge's delectable sandwiches far too tempting... Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged 8+

Book by Tanith Lee