Fairy tales

A FORGOTTEN PAST. Kira vividly remembers the moment Cady Bennett and one of her search and rescue dogs found her as a child, living alone in the wild, with no memories of her life before. Years later, now adopted into the Bennett family, Kira has spent most of her life training in search and rescue herself. A MISSING GIRL. So, when Cady's estranged father appears with news of a missing child out in the wilderness, Kira vows to bring the girl home. A DARK SECRET. As the search intensifies, danger mounts and long-buried secrets begin to come to light. To find one missing child, Kira will have to question everything she thinks she knows.

Perfect for fans of The Wild Robot, Gus Gordon's graphic novel debut follows two furry friends on a clever and cozy adventure when they embark on a journey to the Big City for the first time.In the Bewilderness, life is good.Best friends Luis (the large furry one) and Pablo (the small furry one) spend their days wandering through nature, playing songs on the guitar, and eating Slow Joe McNally's pinecone porridge with their neighbors. When dreamer Luis receives an unexpected invitation to attend a performance of The Weary Mermaid in the big, bustling city, he finds it hard to ignore the allure of the bright lights. Luckily, he doesn't have to go it alone--and it's a good thing, because it's a long journey through the Bewilderness, and Luis has many questions. Will they meet laser-eyed gargoyles, zombie chickens, or tyrannical cow rulers? Will they get there on time? Why is quicksand so slow if it's called quicksand? Thankfully, with his grumpy but loyal best friend by his side, they'll soon find out.. . . Or will they?

Itty Bitty Me lives on a farm with her parents, their dog Scamp, and the Mack family - Mr. and Mrs. Mack and their son Tom - who help around the farm. Itty Bitty Me loves to help everyone and asks lots of questions, which leads her into all sorts of adventures involving her dog Scamp, her friend Katarina, and a special little man named Tring who lives in the ten-acre wood. What makes Tring special is that only Itty Bitty Me and Katarina can see him. Together, they teach Itty Bitty Me and Katarina's school friends the importance of taking care of bees, trees, the local river, and beaches. Throughout their adventures, they find interesting ways to overcome the problems that always seem to pop up. Having many picnics in Tring's magical garden and chatting together helps solve these problems, proving to be very handy. Join Itty Bitty Me, Scamp, Katarina, and Tring in their delightful adventures, where learning about nature and friendship is always fun and exciting.

"After discovering in book one that they had every reason to feel a little bit different than their peers, Edwin Edgefield and the rest of his alien-on-earth crew are primed and ready to learn all they can about their home planet. Unfortunately, that planet has been destroyed, and the one person who can help them find out where they came from-Maureen (yuck)-has no intention of helping. In fact, she has just taken off in a rocket ship bound for the moon, where the enemy Yaks awaits with a new version of her planet-destroying machine, this time aimed at earth. It will take every bit of Edwin, Julie, Kimmy and Dilip's super abilities-both mental and physical-to stop Maureen this time. Can they pass through the gauntlet of tests Maureen has set for them and infiltrate the Yaks' secret moon base before the bad guys can power up their earth-blaster, or will Maureen and the Yaks succeed in their vengeful mission?"--

Escape to the 1930s, the land of theatre in this joyous new middle-grade adventure from the bestselling author of The Accidental Stowaway.

Theo Duncan is an ordinary student who happens to be the Prime Minister's son. When Westminster is shaken by a body discovered in the Thames, he investigates. With security heightened, he must evade detection as he searches Parliament for clues. Can he find the murderer before the government tears itself apart and before they strike again?

A beautiful and heart-achingly sad animal adventure with CATS and an environmental message. Perfect for fans of Michael Morpurgo, Sarah Lean and Hannah Gold's The Last Bear...

Narwhal is a happy-go-lucky narwhal. Jelly is a no-nonsense jellyfish. The two might not have a lot in common, but they do love waffles, parties and adventures.In the hilarious ninth book of this blockbuster graphic novel series, Narwhal's sweet tooth leads to some very funny feelings!

The genre-defining graphic novel from ND Stevenson, based on his beloved and critically acclaimed web comic, celebrates its 10th anniversary with a special edition!

From Lambda Literary Award finalist Linsey Miller comes this thrilling stand-alone fantasy about the lengths we'll go to get ahead-an incredibly fresh, twisty love letter to dark academia...with a body count. Perfect for fans of A Study in Drowning by Ava Reid, Gallant by V. E. Schwab, and All of Us Villains by Amanda Foody and C. L. Herman. There is only one school worth graduating from, and it creates as many magicians as it does graves...First in his class and last in his noble line, Fabian Galloway's only hope of a good future is passing his elite school's honors class. It's only offered to the best thirteen students, and those students have a single assignment: kill their professor. If they succeed, their student debt is forgiven. However, if an assassination attempt fails or the professor is alive at the end of the year, the students' lives are forfeit. And dealing with the professor, a devil summoned solely to kill or be killed, is no easy task. Fabian isn't worried, though. He trusts his best friends-softhearted math genius Credence and absent-minded but insightful Euphemia-to help. After all, that's why he befriended them. As the months pass and their professor remains impossibly alive, the trio must use every asset they have to survive. Or else failure will be on their academic records-and their tombstones-forever.

Hello! It's me, Ruby Thumb. Me and my dad have loads of amazing adventures in Dinotropolis - an incredible island, full of dinosaurs who live just like us humans do. And when we go there using our special magic Ammonite shell, we turn into dinosaurs too!I can't wait to tell you all about our next adventure. It was fantastic - I got to be a real-life dino detective! Me and dad had to solve the mystery of a missing fossilised dinosaur egg . . . and we discovered something amazing along the way . . . !

Eli, Lexi, and Mo, three trainees at an international organization that supports the needs of youngest siblings, accept their first mission and help find a lost hamster.

Aliya is looking forward to the Infinite City's time-travelling flyingcarpet race. But when her fellow locksmiths vanish on the courseand the power source for time travel is left unguarded, shehas to delve into her past to save her world from arch-villain DorianDarke and his shapeshifting shop of darkness.

A gripping new Bletchley Park Mystery novel, from Rhian Tracey, author of I, SPY and HIDE AND SEEK. Mary has a gift for languages and codes that has brought her to the attention of the adults working at Bletchley Park.

In Regency England, a girl disguises herself as a man to get intoOxford - and becomes embroiled in a murder investigation and morethan one risky romance... A compulsive, entertaining YA dark academianovel full of queer romance, perfect for fans of Lex Croucher,The Binding and Saltburn.

Get ready for another heart-racing, twist-filled thriller from the #1 NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author NATASHA PRESTON. WOULD YOU ACCEPT THE DARE?In Marley's town, senior student pranks are a rite of passage.

There's a BIG problem in Gotham City! Killer Croc has stolen a growth potion from a local laboratory, and now the giant-sized villain is on the loose! To stop the rampaging reptile, Batman teams up with members of the Bat-Family: Robin, Batgirl and Batwoman! Can this crew of crusaders stop Croc, or will the two-ton crook crush these crime fighters? Find out in this must-read installment of Bat-Family Adventures! With easy-to-read text and full-colour illustrations, this exhilarating series is perfect for all young superhero fans!

Someone has stolen a litter of rare cats from a Gotham City pet shop! Batman and Robin team up with Batgirl to solve the case. But before the cat burglar is captured, another valuable item goes missing: a cat-themed painting from the Gotham Museum of Art. Can the Bat-Family put a stop to these kitty capers, or are the Caped Crusaders up against the purr-fect crimes? Find out in this must-read installment of Bat-Family Adventures. With easy-to-read text and full-colour illustrations, this exhilarating series is perfect for all young superhero fans!

Pippa Harding Smythe and The School for Gifted Girls is a most pleasant and entertaining read, beautifully written, very well suited for a young audience. The book's message is delivered in a very charming and effective way, allowing children to be more open and aware of the importance of truth, courage of your convictions, friendship all the while being able to enjoy such an inspiring narrative. This book is read with enthusiasm and will be a valuable aid for educators and guardians as they help children learn and develop. The friendly writing style in the story will captivate young readers and parents alike.

Tirilampo is a creature that is never quiet. He visits places never before seen by other creatures. He is not just a discoverer of lands and people but also a seeker of new meanings for words. Tirilampo has a unique trait: as he gets to know people, creatures, and places, he becomes stronger and smarter. The people he meets on his journeys offer him their knowledge, and his wisdom grows as he encounters the unknown. He is shaped by the context surrounding him and the diversity of people he meets. On his adventures, he is offered gifts, such as a pair of wings to add to his form and visions of different populations. He concludes, 'To fly is to go further, using your imagination and putting it into practice. It is having dreams and being free to dream them.' Tirilampo absorbs a fragment of everyone he meets. However, he also leaves behind a piece of himself-his personality, his sympathy, and his life story-wherever he goes. On his adventure, he discovers the meaning of the word Saudade.

Have YOU ever had a bad week? Brace yourself for the cataclysmic conclusion to the global hit series.

For readers of Dog Man and Bad Guys comes a fun and zany early graphic novel series starring a crew of scissor-wielding hairdresser superheroes saving the city from evildoers bent on creating havoc and bad haircuts.The Snips is a superhero series filled with action, adventure, comedy, and hijinks for readers who love Dav Pilkey and animated television shows like Scooby-Doo and Guess Who. The Snips aren't your average heroes - Casco, Patty, Letty, Nubes, and Flealix the Dog make up Scissor City's beloved crew of crime-fighting, mystery-solving barbers! But not everyone in Scissor City is a fan of their dazzling dos and wacky hair inventions. Buzz and Boffo Buzzington, the descendants of the creator of the buzz cut, have been desperately trying to find a way to overthrow the Snips, restore Buzz Corp-their family's company-to the top of the hair-cutting world, and finally earn the respect of their father Biff Buzzington Sr. Can the Snips keep the citizens of Scissor City safe from the hijinks of the Bad Buzz Boyz and still give amazing hairdos? This easy-to-read graphic novel series will be perfect for kids 7-10, those who are reluctant readers or newly independent readers, as well as kids who just like jokes, puns, and outrageous humor.

Bestselling and award-winning author Jewell Parker Rhodes goes West in this thrilling adventure story about a son and his father who set out to win land during the Oklahoma Land Rush.It's 1889, barely twenty-five years after the Emancipation Proclamation, and a young Black family is tired of working on land they don't get to own.So when Will and his father hear about an upcoming land rush, they set out on a journey from Texas to Oklahoma, racing thousands of others to the place where land is free-if they can get to it fast enough. But the journey isn't easy-the terrain is rough, the bandits are brutal, and every interaction carries a heavy undercurrent of danger.And then there's the stranger they encounter and befriend: a mysterious soldier named Caesar, whose Union emblem brings more attention-and more trouble-than any of them need.All three are propelled by the promise of something long denied to them: freedom, land ownership, and a place to call home-but is a strong will enough to get them there?

Which route will Simon, Tom, and their small army choose to face the least danger? Through the valley of the giant Orcs, risking capture, torture, or worse? Or over the Mountains of Doom, where human-eating spiders lurk?Simon finds himself in this predicament after marrying Elfwyn, who became Queen of Arkadia following her father's death. Her uncle Athelstan and his knights have driven Simon and Elfwyn back to the safety of Ishtar.After overcoming Athelstan and his followers, Simon meets with the leaders of the Federation to discuss the Orc menace, who are slaughtering inhabitants beyond the Mountains of Doom. Will they conquer the Orcs and bring peace to their neighbours?

Join the epic adventure of two brothers who have superpowers thrust upon them - how will they react? While still deciding what to do with their powers, they build a team to combat an evil scientist and prevent the world from falling into mutation! But when Mayhem succumbs to the allure of their newfound powers, turning to the dark side, the team faces their greatest challenge yet. With heart-pounding battles, tough choices, new heroes and villains, and PowerSource asking for your help too, this thrilling tale will leave you on the edge of your seat, craving more. Are you ready to join the fight?

Every year, those pesky elves appear, causing trouble around the world. We've all heard the stories about Santa, elves, and reindeer, but now it's time to discover the real hero of Christmas - Yugo! Yugo doesn't have a cape or laser eyes, just a belly full of bravery and a tongue covered in glitter! Join the super yuletide goat on his hilarious adventures as he battles the mischievous elves to save Christmas. Once you've read about his incredible journey, you'll understand why Yugo is always the first name on the nice list!