The astonishing, beautiful new story for all readers of 10 and over from the bestselling and Costa-shortlisted author of TIME TRAVELLING WITH A HAMSTER. 'A wonderful story' Kiran Millwood Hargrave
29 LOCKS address the on-going epidemic of knife crime, gang grooming and violence that blights urban communities. This is unique in presenting an affectionate and respectful portrayal of a drug-dependent mother, and the experience of being a child who has a parent detained in the prison system.
In this heart-stopping adventure based on real historical events, Richard O'Neill introduces readers to Rab Howell, England's first ever professional Romani football player.
It's 1973 and 12-year-old Jenny is in shock. The glitz and glamour of being on set is a million miles away from Jenny's normal life, but showbiz is never straightforward and there's one fierce and famous actor that threatens the whole shoot.
When Ruby sees an amazing creature on the beach on her way home from school, she is hopeful she's found a new friend... A gorgeous story about kindness and family and friendship, brought beautifully to life by two incredibly talented creators.
The first book in a playful, tongue-in-cheek murder mystery series, from the bestselling creator of Claude and Mr Penguin, Alex T. Smith - marking his impressive arrival into the middle-grade market.
A KIND OF SPARK tells the story of 11-year-old Addie as she campaigns for a memorial in memory of the witch trials that took place in her Scottish hometown. Addie knows there's more to the story of these 'witches', just like there is more to hers. Can Addie challenge how the people in her town see her, and her autism, and make her voice heard?
A magical middle grade book about family, friendship and finding out who you are, full of emotion and a secret fantasy world to discover. Perfect for 10 year olds and fans of Jacqueline Wilson, Ross Welford, Kiran Millwood-Hargrave and The House with Chicken Legs. From a rising star of children's books.
In the Autumn of 1931, Freya leaves her family in Cornwall to follow her dream of becoming an actress. She joins a theatrical company and, amidst all the enchantment and bustle of stage life, falls in love with the handsome leading man. Neither being an actress nor having a love affair lives up to Freya's grand expectations.