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Three Little Monkeys
A remarkable collaboration – that brings together giants of the picture book world – to create a funny, anarchic and utterly delightful picture book. This book and CD edition comes with audio beautifully read by Olivia Colman. Hilda Snibbs had three little monkeys. Their names were Tim and Sam and Lulu. They were very lively…
Paddington Little Library: Movie tie-in
Four fantastic board books all about the world`s favourite bear! Perfect for fans of the Paddington movie aged 1 year and up.This chunky slipcase set with simple text and images is the perfect introduction to Paddington, for the very smallest of fans.Includes:- Meet the Browns- Paddington Gets Dressed- Paddington Loves London- Paddington`s Manners
Countryfile A Picture Of Britain
Published In Aid of BBC Children in Need The Countryfile Calendar has brought nature into our homes for nearly three decades, and now this comprehensive collection captures the essence of each season, bringing together viewers` photographs of the British countryside throughout the year. The Countryfile Calendar is an institution, raising millions for BBC Children in
The Colour of Bee Larkham`s Murder: An extraordinary, gripping and uplifting debut
How do you solve a mystery when you can`t understand the clues? `A rich tapestry… distinctive and compelling` Observer `A stunning whodunnit` Mail on Sunday `A beautiful, original novel, at once funny and tragic and brave` Sarah Pinborough There are three things you need to know about Jasper. 1. He sees the world completely differently.2.
Shadows of a Princess
Reissued for the twentieth anniversary of Diana`s death, this sensational bestseller is an explosive account of her life, from the man who was by her side throughout its most turbulent period. In 1981 Lady Diana Spencer was seen by many as a lifeline for the outdated Windsor line. But Diana didn`t follow the script. Instead
Yertle the Turtle and Other Stories
In this hilarious book, featuring three timeless fables, Dr. Seuss explores the pitfalls of growing too big for your boots! King Yertle the Turtle soon learns the pitfalls of becoming too big for your boots, in the first tale in this hilarious trio of classic Dr. Seuss fables! As part of a major rebrand programme,
What Was I Scared Of?
A very special, spooky story from Dr. Seuss – with glow-in-the-dark cover! Then I was deep within the woodsWhen, suddenly, I spied them.I saw a pair of pale green pantsWth nobody inside them! Turn out the lights and say hello to Dr. Seuss`s spookiest character… the pair of empty trousers, with nobody inside them!First published
The Times Quick Crossword Book 22: 100 General Knowledge Puzzles from The Times 2
Give your memory a workout, stimulate your brain cells and hone your general knowledge with 100 definition-style puzzles from The Times. Covering a wide range of topics, from geography to literature, history and culture, this collection will test both your general knowledge and your wordpower. Compiled by the Times2 Crossword Editor John Grimshaw, these quick
Old MacDonald Heard a Parp
“Old Macdonald heard a parp …E-I-E-I-O!” There are some VERY rude noises coming from Old Macdonald`s farm – who could be responsible?! Sing along to this side-splitting picture book adaptation of everyone`s favourite nursery rhyme. Old Macdonald`s busy day on the farm keeps getting interrupted by some VERY rude noises …but who could they be
Katinka`s Tail
The brand new picture book from the beloved and iconic Judith Kerr. This magical new book from the one and only Judith Kerr is brimming with her trademark warm humour and exquisitely imaginative artwork. Come on a wondrous journey with Katinka, a perfectly ordinary pussycat, with a not-quite-so-ordinary tail… A classic-in-the-making from Judith Kerr OBE,
Bloody Brilliant Women: The Pioneers, Revolutionaries and Geniuses Your History Teacher Forgot to Mention
`A litany of fresh heroes to make the embattled heart sing` Caitlin Moran `Newman is a brilliant writer` Observer A fresh, opinionated history of all the brilliant women you should have learned about in school but didn`t. For hundreds of years we have heard about the great men of history, but what about herstory? In
We: A Manifesto for Women Everywhere
Imagine a sisterhood – across all creeds and cultures. An unspoken agreement that we, as women, will support and encourage one another. That we will remember we don`t know what struggles each of us may be facing elsewhere in our lives and so we will assume that each of us is doing our best… So
Even the Dogs
WINNER OF THE 2012 IMPAC DUBLIN AWARDOn a cold, quiet day between Christmas and the New Year, a man`s body is found in an abandoned apartment. His friends look on, but they`re dead, too. Their bodies found in squats and sheds and alleyways across the city. Victims of a bad batch of heroin, they`re in
Resurrection (Skulduggery Pleasant, Book 10)
The best-selling return of skeleton detective Skulduggery Pleasant, out now in paperback. A lot has changed. Roarhaven is now a magical city, where sorcerers can live openly. Valkyrie Cain has been out of action for years, recovering from the war against her alter-ego Darquesse, which nearly destroyed her and everyone else. Some things never change
The Bear Who Went Boo!
From Number One bestselling picture book duo, David Walliams and Tony Ross, comes this bear-illiantly funny adventure for children of 3 and up. At the top of the world, surrounded by snow and ice, lives a very cheeky polar bear cub who loves to go…BOO! But this little bear cub doesn`t always know when to
The Cat in the Hat Sticker Activity Book
Celebrate the Cat in the Hat`s 60th birthday with sticker and activity fun! It`s the Cat in the Hat`s 60th birthday – and you`re invited to the party! Come and celebrate with splendid stickers, amazing activities, and lots of crazy characters to colour! All packed into one fantastically fun book. So pick up your pencil
The Revolting!: How the Establishment are Undermining Democracy and What They`re Afraid of
A short, sharp intervention in the crucial debate about the future of democracy, which has been brought to a head by events from Brexit to the Trump phenomenon. We live in strange days in the history of democracy. Every serious politician in the Western world supports democracy. Yet when the EU Referendum and American Elections
The Midnight Gang
Welcome to the Midnight Gang! Midnight is the time when all children are fast asleep, except of course for…the Midnight Gang. That is when their adventures are just beginning…When Tom gets hit on the head by a cricket ball, he finds himself at Lord Funt Hospital, and is greeted by a terrifying-looking porter. Things go
A Middle-earth Traveller: Sketches from Bag End to Mordor
Let acclaimed Tolkien artist John Howe take you on an unforgettable journey across Middle-earth, from Bag End to Mordor, in this richly illustrated sketchbook fully of previously unseen artwork, anecdotes and meditations on Middle-earth. Middle-earth has been mapped, Bilbo`s and Frodo`s journeys plotted and measured, but it remains a wilderland for all that. The roads
An Alphabet
Oliver Jeffers – award-winning, international bestselling author and illustrator – brings the alphabet to life in this exquisite board book! From Astronaut to Zeppelin, this is no ordinary alphabet…. Boldly colourful, funny and specially adapted from Oliver Jeffers` highly-acclaimed Once Upon an Alphabet, winner of the CBI Book of the Year, this sturdy edition is
