Contents:
Unfortunately, the plan backfires when Sarah has a near-death experience and meets a ghost girl named Della, who will stop at nothing to make Sarah her friend in the afterlife — even if it means killing her. Deep in the Caribbean. When the two go swimming, the two discover an evil plot to breed mutant sea life.
While recuperating at home, Marco begins getting strange calls from someone called "Keith" who wants someone to take care of him, and the more Keith is around Marco, the more Marco's reality becomes warped. See also [ edit ] Children's literature portal Horror fiction portal. Who Let the Ghosts Out? Have You Met My Ghoulfriend? One Night in Doom House. Retrieved from " https: Goosebumps s children's books.
Views Read Edit View history. This page was last edited on 29 October , at By using this site, you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Amanda and Josh Benson move with their parents into a creepy old house in the strange town of Dark Falls and meet new friends who are unlike any kids they have known before. While staying with his weird great-aunt Kathryn, Evan Ross visits a funky old toy store and buys a dusty can of monster blood.
Greg Banks thinks there is something wrong with the old camera he and his friends found. Max and his brother Lefty find a mirror in the attic that can turn its users invisible, but the more Max, Lefty, and their friends use it, the harder it becomes to return. Lindy Powell finds a ventriloquist dummy in the trash and keeps it, prompting her bratty twin sister to get one as well. Lucy Dark likes tormenting her younger brother into thinking that monsters are real — until she learns that her librarian is one. Billy Harlan's stay at Camp Nightmoon turns to horror when word of a monster lurking in the woods crops up, followed by a series of events leaving campers injured and missing.
Hannah Fairchild is startled to wake up from a horrific nightmare of her house burning, to find that the empty house next door has suddenly been sold, as if overnight, and the son of the family somehow has the ability to survive a series of near-fatal accidents. Sick of being the butt of everyone's practical jokes and appalled that her mother made her a lame duck costume for Halloween, Carly Beth Caldwell decides to buy a mask from a strange costume shop, but the more Carly Beth wears it, the more her personality changes and the harder it gets to take the mask off.
Klutzy year-old Samantha "Fly Away" Byrd as dubbed by the bully, Judith is given three wishes by an elderly witch named Clarissa, which give Samantha what she wants at the price of everyone else around her. Jerry Hawkins and his parents have just moved into a new house where Jerry finds an old piano in the attic.
The Werewolf of Fever Swamp. Classic Goosebumps 11 Creepy Creatures. Grady Tucker and his sister Emily have moved to a rural area in Florida near a swamp notorious for werewolf sightings. Two pranksters team up to scare a fearless girl named Courtney, but when all of their pranks backfire, they decide to use the local swamp, said to be the cursed burial ground for the town's original settlers who died in a mudslide. One Day at HorrorLand. Out on a day trip, the Morris family get lost on their day trip to Zoo Gardens and end up in a theme park run by monsters called HorrorLand.
Klutzy wimp Gary Lutz a. Evan and his friend Andy once again contend with the evil novelty slime known as Monster Blood. On vacation on the Caribbean island of Ilandra, Billy Deep is rescued from the jaws of a hammerhead shark by a mermaid , who is targeted by Billy's uncle, Dr. While visiting their grandparents' home on the farm, Jodie and Mark discover that the farm is haunted by demonic scarecrows brought to life by a farmhand's black magic. Todd Barstow loves collecting and experimenting on worms.
The Sadler siblings, Terri and Jerry, try to solve the mystery of the ghostly resident living in a mountain cave near the beach. A year after his previous encounter with the mummy, Gabe flies back to Egypt to attend the grand public opening of the pyramid Uncle Ben was excavating in the last book.
Brooke Rogers and Zeke Matthews are chosen to play Esmeralda and The Phantom in their school's version of The Phantom of the Opera , but a chain of accidents impede production and threaten to have Zeke kicked off the cast. Comic book addict Skipper Matthews finds out his favorite comic book villain, The Masked Mutant, is real, but a visit through the lair has Skipper losing his grip on reality after seeing comic book panels with himself as the hero.
Larry Boyd freaks out when his hands become hairy, presumably as a result of expired tanning lotion. A Night in Terror Tower. Siblings Eddie and Sue are vacationing in London , England , when they become lost in a medieval torture chamber known as Terror Tower and have to run from a hooded executioner — and things get weirder when they begin losing their money and their memories.
To get back at his bratty sister, Tara, for ruining his birthday party, Michael vandalizes his father's new cuckoo clock by twisting the bird's head backwards so Tara will get blamed for it. In this third installment of the Monster Blood books, Evan Ross accidentally ingests some of the evil green slime after his nerdy cousin, Kermit, uses it in a chemistry experiment, and turns into a giant. Katrina and her brother Daniel find a living "sponge" underneath the sink in their new house that turns out to be a monster that causes bad luck for anyone who finds it.
Amy Krammer receives a replacement ventriloquist dummy named Slappy, which she accidentally brings to life by reading a spell from the dummy's coat pocket. Cooper Holmes and his new friend, Fergie, are stalked by two dogs who haunt the woods and trick them into swapping bodies. While on a road trip with their parents, Elliot and his sister Wendy get inside their parents' trailer and crash into a sports camp called King Jellyjam's Sports Camp. Joe Burton's dad buys two garden gnomes, but Joe and his sister Mindy discover that the lawn gnomes are alive and cause destruction at night. Erin Wright and her friend Marty are big fans of a series of horror movies made under the Shock Street banner and are picked by Erin's dad as the first kids to tour his new Shock Street theme park ride, but while the two are on the ride all the "robot" creatures start to get out of control and try to kill them.
Steve Boswell goes to the mask shop that Carly Beth went to in the first book and buys an old man's mask to scare the little kids he's forced to coach in school as punishment for a prank — and much like Carly Beth in the first book, Steve finds out that the mask he bought is bent on warping the personality of anyone who wears it for too long.
Pranksters Duane and Stephanie love to visit Hill House, a place said to be haunted by a ghost of a young boy who was decapitated by an evil sea captain. Jordan and Nicole Blake are sick of living in California especially during the winter months where kids in other states get to enjoy snow. Mark, a chubby twelve-year-old boy who prefers the company of video games to actual humans, is given a shrunken head by his jungle explorer Aunt Benna's assistant.
Trina O'Dell's dad used to be a famous ventriloquist, but now he only collects and refurnishes old ventriloquist dolls in his spare time. Amateur magician Tim sneaks out to a midnight magic show held by his idol, Amaz-O. During a disastrous Easter egg hunt in the backyard, Dana Johnson finds a strange, blue-veined egg and keeps it. To prove to his English teacher, Mr. Harry Altman and his brother Alex go to Camp Spirit Moon, where the campers turn out to be ghosts who want to use Harry and Alex's human bodies to escape. A boy wants to get ready for his bath on his own, but his top gets stuck over his head.
What if he is stuck forever? This charming, funny picture book shows the boy realising that everything is OK — and thinking of all the advantages of this new point of view. Unashamedly silly, this badger-themed series of zanily illustrated adventures for Stinkbomb and Ketchup-Face delights in playing with conventions of language, genre, humour, and how stories work. A group of dastardly badgers escape from prison and kidnap Father Christmas - so Stinkbomb and his little sister Ketchup-Face embark on a madcap adventure to save Christmas.
Colourful characters and an uproarious plot. Guy Bass has spun a fun and creepy tale in the fourth adventure of the much loved character 'Stitch Head'. A great read that must be read! Sixteen-year-old Gemma has no idea what is happening to her when she is kidnapped from Bangkok Airport and finds herself trapped in the Australian outback. Another brilliant rhyme book from Kaye Umansky and Nick Sharratt. This book focuses on dinosaurs, and all the stomps and chomps that come along with them!
Full of fun, vibrant and bold illustrations. A limited palette of extremely bright colours emphasises the images of dinosaurs and the qualities of their environments in this book. This beautifully illustrated book is packed with fascinating facts about the Stone Age, presented in an accessible and interesting way.
Mary Anning lives near the cliffs at Lyme Regis and from an early age her beloved father, Pepper, shows her how to look for fossils, or 'curiosities' in the rocks. George finds himself alone and in mortal danger in unLondon, where all the statues in the city come to life and a terrible struggle ensues between the spits and taints — statues with opposing natures. An accessible and engaging story about the sadness and joy of family life and the power of memory, magic and storytelling. A sensitive look at bullying for younger children - the reader is encouraged to think about and understand bullying and advice on ways in which to deal with the problem.
This novel is set in s Oklahoma. Cissy's family buys a plot of land in Florence, hoping to build a new life there. A hugely entertaining, fast-paced romp through Monsterland, with hilarious, lively illustrations which bring the monsters to life. This is a short story collection not short on ideas. Ten traditional and traditional-style tales retold for younger readers, reflecting experiences from around the world, encompassing different cultures, times and ethical beliefs.
Poignantly bringing the First World War alive for teenagers, this anthology reminds us that many of those in the trenches were themselves no older. Three sisters walk to the beach on a windy day to find a huge whale beached on the shore. The girls try everything to help the poor whale, throwing endless buckets of water over its giant body to keep it alive.
An encroaching storm sends the girls home where they spend a restless night worrying about the whale. The storm washes up all sorts of litter onto th…. But can she rise to the challenge? A magical, coming-of-age fantasy with a tense and engaging narrative. Fourteen-year-old Alex Rider finds his life turned upside down on discovering that his late uncle wasn't a mild-mannered banker, but instead a field agent for MI6. The graphic novel adaptation of this well-written and action-packed story of a teenage spy works really well.
Moss has always believed that the island she lives on is all that is left, after the great floods have swallowed the world. But a new arrival forces her to question all that she has ever known and loved. Lyrical and dreamlike, this is a unique and beautiful novel. A year on from the death of Owen's mum, and his dad is still struggling to cope.
But when his dad writes stories, his eyes light up and everything seems better. A gripping read from start to finish, which sensitively deals with grief and loss. All over the world baby animals are preparing to go to sleep. Foxes, seals, rabbits, owls and even snails have shared a bedtime story and said goodnight. Another addition to the fab board book series for tiny tots, starring Ted.
This time, Ted is getting geared up for story time. This is a perfect reminder of just how exciting story time can be.
StoryWorld consists of a pack of beautifully illustrated story cards with lots of detail that children can combine to make any number of new stories and connections. Sky is a Stravagante who travels to Giglia, the City of Flowers, which resembles sixteenth century Florence.
Written in an inventive and engaging style, Stravaganza is an an extraordinarily exciting time-slip novel set in both sixteenth-century and contemporary Venice. Matt Wood doesn't know the ancient leather-bound book he's bought is a talisman that will allow him to stravagate - to travel in time between this world and sixteenth century Italy. In this second part of the Street Heroes series, Layburn challenges his readers to examine serious issue of ethics and political morality.
Published to coincide with the centenary of the end of the First World War, this beautiful book tells the story of Stubby, the most decorated war dog of the First World War. The storytelling is sublime and the illustrations are profoundly beautiful. It started with Floyd's kite - but now there's all kinds of things stuck in the tree: What do you need to make a body?
How do you breathe, get strong, speak and move? What does your liver do, and where does your food go? Each one of 32 questions are answered in a lively double-page spread, entertainingly illustrated with bright cartoon-like imagery that is nonetheless very detailed: Free-running champ Finn is recruited to work on a new blockbuster movie as the stunt double for superstar Blake Saunders.
He wants to know when the stupid baby is going back to the hospital. Meet Oliver Tate, Convinced that his father is depressed 'Depression comes in bouts. Dad is in the blue corner' and his mother is having an affair with her capoeira teacher. In this sequel to His Dark Endeavour , Victor discovers a means of travelling through a time portal to find his dead brother, Konrad.
Shortlisted for the Booktrust Teenage Prize, this is a controversial and daring look at the gritty reality of teenage experience. Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks have teamed up to create another delightful picture book, complete with sparkly glitter on each page. Nikesh Shukla and Kieran Yates Publisher: An antidote to the broadsheet commentariat, this street-level view of the defining moment of the Summer of Unrest finds much to inspire hope and confidence for our future. Thirteen year-old Summer has always been passionate about dancing, but when the chance to audition for a place at a prestigious ballet school comes her way, she feels sure her dreams are about to come true.
The sumptuous setting makes for a perfect summer read - the gentle introduction of a romance will keep young teen readers engaged and the spooky set-up is atmospheric with some chilling moments. When twins Hiroshi and Miko take their own lives after having being blackmailed by the Japanese mafia, Yukio sets out to avenge their deaths. A page-turning battle fantasy with a sensitive consideration of class and corruption.
Sumptuous illustrations celebrate children's responses to the weather, in this series of board books. On her thirteenth birthday, Maia discovers she is the Sun Catcher - and must face up to her strange power. All teenagers are embarrassed by their parents but Jude feels she has more reason than most to cringe when hers are around her in public. Sunita's perfect world collapses when her father is accused of stealing money from his clients, and he disappears. Penguin Blue is back and in search of treasure in this absolutely gorgeous book about pirates and friendship from award-winning author and illustrator Rob Biddulph.
The second book of a fantasy adventure series set in contemporary Nigeria. Can Sunny and her friends use juju and natural abilities to save the Niger delta from destruction? Great for those looking for some magical escapism. Bella's life is a bit like a rollercoaster ride - with highs and lows, comedy and trauma.
But they say life is what you make it so can Bella get something positive out of all the things that make her super awkward? This anarchic and amusing picture book deserves much praise for taking commonplace story elements - pixies, goblins, unicorns and magical locations - and giving them an original twist. It's a hilarious read, with rich and vibrant illustrations. Zorgoth the evil slug is accidentally freed by a unicorn, but fortunately, our heroes are hot on his trail.
The second book in the psychedelic, cartoonish Super Happy Magic Forest world is as joyously original as the first. Eunice and Sabrina Moyle Publisher: The bright and bold illustrations are modern and cool — no one will be embarrassed reading this book! But when he gets a splinter otherwise known as a Super Sword stuck in his finger, he needs his mum to help him out. Bright and funny and perfect for little heroes. Is it a bird?
Is it a plane? A brilliant and heartwarming picture book debut from Matt Carr, Superbat has so much charm, with striking graphic illustrations that pop from the pages. Stanley is an ordinary boy from an ordinary family, with one notable exception: With lively, colourful illustrations, short chapters and clear, well-spaced text, this very funny tale is ideal for reluctant readers.
Superfrog is a brave frog who steps in to confront an evil underwater gang of frogspawn thieves, before leading them out of the depths of the pond, and encountering a princess - with unexpected results. No one is more heroic for the little girl featured in this retro Pop Art-styled picture book than her playground-chasing, cake-making, teddy-finding, bubble-bearded Supermum.
Superhero Street is a heartwarming and laugh-out-loud read that celebrates mums as the everyday superheroes they are. Sara Ogilvie's illustrations add an even more warm, hilarious background to Earle's realistic family. When his X-ray eyes spot someone in trouble, Superkid is always ready to save the other children from all kinds of horrors - from playground bullies to grandma's broccoli.
Jay Jay Burridge Illustrator: Intriguingly set in a world where dinosaurs co-exist with humans, this is the first in a six-book series of classic adventure stories with a twist. Sue Hendra and Paul Linnet Publisher: Something has escaped from the freezer, something with evil plans. This little escapee or escapea? Can Supertato save the day? The latest book in the Supertato series brings another fast-paced and colourful story, full of exciting twists and turns.
Superworm is a hero with a difference. Super-long and super-strong, he's always on hand to help out the other creatures - until the evil Wizard Lizard captures him. An engaging introduction to the world of sharks, which seeks to dispel the myths about them, while adding fascinating detail. A group of strangers are on an outback survival course in Australia - but will they survive the murderous intents of someone in the group?
This dark, disturbing, fast paced-story will keep readers on their toes. An anthology to inspire and help children understand how far self-belief and guts took adventurers from the past - and to wonder how far these qualities could take them too. Zane Whittingham and Ryan Jones Publisher: Six people tell their stories of living through the Holocaust as children in this compelling and deeply thought-provoking graphic novel-style book.
Susan can do so many things - she can laugh, sing, fly, dance, swim and much more.
The final page of this wonderful book reveals that Susan is in a wheelchair, showing that 'disabled' doesn't mean 'disadvantaged'. As Suzy and her friends prepare the tree on Christmas Eve, Suzy notices something missing and sets off in search of a Christmas Star to complete the decorations. It's the summer holidays, and the Walker children are excited to set sail on their boat Swallow and camp on Wild Cat Island. This clever and minimal little story about three friends, their favourite toys and what happens when you share is very good indeed.
The humour and the simple but sparky language is perfectly pitched at little ones. A rhyming 'chapters' story about a little girl with a big imagination, this is ideal for those transitioning from supervised to independent reading. When Nan, a chimney sweep, survives a fire, she realises that the small piece of coal in her pocket is alive and has saved her life. Providing a fascinating insight into 19th-century Britain, this moving page-turner is also an uplifting tale, enhanced with magic.
Having been kicked out by his girlfriend, Tom becomes a lodger in the mysterious Anna's enormous house. The perfect introduction to the world of Peter Rabbit, as Beatrix Potter's beloved bunny settles down for a lullaby at the end of a busy day. A favourite with so many babies, Maisy the mouse and her friends admire the beautiful sunset before Maisy goes home to settle down for bed.
She reads Panda a story and then snuggles up in bed with her bear. Debbie A Taylor Illustrator: Inspired by a photograph of American jazz greats, both text and illustrations in this unusual historical picture book capture the style and verve of Harlem's heyday. G R Gemin Publisher: In a small Welsh town, a young man gets to reconnect to his Italian roots and explore his entrepreneurial streak, as he exchanges the joys of fried chicken and chips for fresh espresso and pasta puttanesca.
Tera Lynn Childs Publisher: Gretchen has been fighting monsters for years. As a descendant of Medusa, she is duty-bound to keep humans safe but, until now, thought she was on a solo mission. Matt, Coop and Sean have been friends forever. Each summer, they set themselves a goal, and this year tops the lot - they must see a real live naked girl. The unfortunately named Beatrix Daffodil Tulip Chrysanthemum Rose is dealing with parent and friend issues in this real-world drama that stays light on its toes.
Just enough quirk for young readers who may feel like outsiders. Johann David Wyss Publisher: William, a Swiss pastor, and his wife Elizabeth are sailing to Australia with their four sons — Fritz, Ernest, Jack and Francis — when their ship is caught in a storm and they become shipwrecked on a deserted island. A story that gently explores themes of expectation, loneliness, friendship and valuing others.
Search the site Search term is required. Back to previous page. Can You Say It Too? Nosy Crow A board book specially designed for children who are just starting to talk, with sturdy flaps, bright colours and bold illustrations giving it younger appeal, too. Usborne This terrifically exciting book has it all — mystery, creepy paranormal baddies and lashings of sharp humour. Carnival of Monsters Author: Usborne Spooky supernatural activity is mixed here with plenty of humour to create the right balance of action, fun and thrills.
H Spider Stampede Author: Safe and Sound Author: Flying Eye Books The baby animals are settling down in their homes for bedtime in this very sweet and simple rhyming story that is a great addition to the bedtime routine. Hachette This is an uplifting story about an eccentric family encased in chaos, but also full of intense warmth and loyalty.
Harvill Secker Sag Harbor is a warm and funny piece of literary comedy that is laidback like the summer it depicts and staunchly proud of its identity. Orion Arturo lives in Anapra, one of the poorest neighbourhoods around the Mexican border city of Juarez, where drug lords rule. All Along the Watchtowers Author: Walker Books In this dark gothic fantasy, Salem must meet his guardian familiar, get help from some new friends and defeat mysterious dark forces. Salt to the Sea Author: Puffin A group of children flee the war in Germany, each with a secret to hide and a painful past to bear.
Egmont Sam Wu is scared of many things but is determined not to let anyone find out. Sammy and the Skyscraper Sandwich Author: Book Island Books Sammy is hungry and he's going to make a sandwich - the biggest sandwich in the world! Sammy Claws the Christmas Cat Author: Sammy the Shy Kitten Author: Stripes Emma wants to adopt one of the kittens from her riding stables, but they are half wild.
Bloomsbury Having been told they're too young to join Santa on Christmas Eve, Santa Baby and Roo discover two presents left behind and decide to chase Santa round the globe. Macmillan Father Christmas wants a little me time so heads off for a holiday Oxford Father Christmas is planning for another year but is beset by continual problems.
Doubleday Children's Books Another fact-filled and exciting slice of working-class Victorian life, showing readers how young people used to live. Penguin Books Daisy's mum is gone. Say hello like this! Walker Books Six animals show how they say 'hello'. Say You're One of Them Author: Abacus Akpan's stories, told from the viewpoints of children the innocent victims are powerful, vivid and deeply moving. Handprint Books This fun, interactive book contains different instructions for different coloured dots, such as making the noise louder, quieter, go up and down or even shake. Scales and Scoundrels Author: Oxford University Press At times heart-rending, this is a powerful story which skilfully gains our sympathy for those who are often misjudged, feared and derided by society.
Penguin Twelve-year-old Scarlett is a rebel: Hodder Headline Scarlett is dead. Macmillan Children's Books The second in the Scavenger series, Chaos Zone finds York and his robot Zoid friend Belle exploding from a ventilation tube into a strange forest. Macmillan Children's Books Fourteen year-old York is one of the few humans left on the Biosphere, a huge spaceship adrift in space. Scenes from an Impending Marriage: Faber and Faber When Adrian Tomine was asked by his wife-to-be to document the lead-up to their wedding in a comic book that would be given out as a party favour, he soon found himself with a fully-fledged graphic novel on his hands.
Stories from the Panchatantra Author: Frances Lincoln Children's Books In these stories the Princes learn how to have self-control and wisdom, to be aware of treachery and to seek peace. Science Ideas in 30 Seconds Author: Ivy Kids This easy-to-read book illuminates a series of great science ideas, from Ancient Greece to the present day. Myriad Editions This graphic novel takes on controversial topics like climate change and fracking to separate the truth from the fiction in a fun but informative way.
Scott Pilgrim series vol. Fourth Estate Ltd Scott Pilgrim's life is totally sweet. Quercus This thought-provoking historical novel is the sequel to the acclaimed Bracelet of Bones. Sea of Whispers Author: Oxford University Press Growing up within an isolated island community, Hetty develops a unique connection with an old woman washed up by the sea. Firefly Press As the week draws on in a bleak Welsh caravan park, year-old Lark feels increasingly anxious and soon senses a presence hiding in the sea fog.
The Shyest Fish in the Sea Author: Walker Books Seahorses are one of the most fascinating and ancient creatures that inhabit the oceans and this book explores their life-cycle and habits in some detail. Andersen Press A welcome re-publication of Foreman's timeless and evocative account of a boy's relationship with life and death. A Christmas Carol Author: Studio Press This search and find book takes children through the different stages of Charles Dickens' classic Christmas story with lots of things to look for; a lovely activity for Christmas Day, whether you're young or old.
Alphabet of Alphabets Author: Oxford University Press This is a delightful collection of seaside poems, beautifully illustrated by award-winning illustrator, Nick Sharratt. Second Best Friend Author: Barrington Stoke An electric coming-of-age story, Non Pratt deftly uses a school political race to highlight other kinds of school politics: Indigo Taking up the story exactly where Shelter left off, this action-packed thriller follows Mickey, Spoon and Ema as they continue to unravel the mystery of the Abonea Shelter.
Secret Agent Mummy Author: Red Fox With lively black and white illustrations and historical facts about ancient Egypt, this is a humorous and action-packed new series. The Power of Three Author: Hodder Children's Books When Brodie Bray receives a mysterious coded message through the post, she founds herself suddenly drawn into a strange new world of secret codes and ciphers.
Hodder Children's Books Rafaella suffers daily name-calling from her peers. Faber Children's Books The sequel to Nobody's Horse continues the story of Abby and her god-fearing family on a Californian ranch in the mid s. Scholastic A whistle-stop tour through all the extraordinary things that happen behind the scenes to make our normal lives happen: Random House Posh India and streetwise Treasure forge a friendship based on a shared secret — they lead unhappy lives with inadequate parents. Secrets in the Fire Author: Secrets of a Sun King Author: Faber This is a glorious historical adventure with a nimble, thrilling s tale, as well as a wonderful subplot set back in Ancient Egyptian times.
Secrets of a Teenage Heiress Author: Egmont If you were grounded just when you had the chance to hang out with a superstar celebrity, would you risk sneaking out to have some real fun? Secrets of the Henna Girl Author: Puffin Seba leaves rainy England for a holiday in her parents' homeland of Pakistan - only to discover she is expected to marry her cousin Asif. Secrets of the Sea Author: Big Picture Press This wonderful non-fiction book lets children see the staggering beauty of life under the sea. Orion There's a fast-moving plot, plenty of cliff-hangers and unexpected bad-guys, with humour provided by interplay between happy-go-lucky Ryan and nerdy Chloe in this engaging, informative ancient historical mystery.
See How They Run Author: Orchard Books International intrigue, family secrets and a contemporary plot full of twists, yet rooted in the past, make this an addictive page-turner - with a fragile, deeply determined heroine. See Inside Castles Author: See Inside Great Cities Author: Usborne This interactive lift-the-flap book for older children lets you explore the world's most famous cities and their amazing buildings, with eye-catching spreads and fascinating facts.
See Inside Your Head Author: Usborne Find out how your brain controls your senses with this lift-the-flap book for older children. Walker This stunning picture book follows a day in the life of a grey seal. See You in the Cosmos Author: Puffin Alex has built his own rocket and he's going to launch it into space with a golden iPod full of Earth sounds. See You Later Escalator Author: See You Later, Alligator Author: Child's Play International Ltd A fabulous interactive story which encourages the reader to join in and encourages good discussion.
Bloomsbury A thoroughly absorbing story within a real historical setting. Selling Your Father's Bones Author: Harper Press In the summer of , around seven hundred members of the Nez Perce Native American tribe set out on an epic 1,mile journey through the American West. Macmillan Children's Books Every poem could inspire a child's writing, reading or thinking, and their teachers' too.
DK Turn science into a game with this fun, interactive book that explores the senses and the way the body reacts to different things. Serafina and the Black Cloak Author: Egmont Serafina has spent her life in hiding, but now it is time for her come out of the shadows to save the children of Biltmore Estate. Doubleday In a world in which humans and dragons have come to an uneasy truce in order to live side-by-side, shy court musician Seraphina has a secret to hide.
Set in Stone Author: Random House In the closing years of the 19th Century Samuel Godwin, a promising young artist, is employed by Ernest Farrrow to tutor his two teenage daughters at the beautiful Fourwinds house. Quercus With a roller-coaster plot, a deliciously nasty bad guy and doggedly determined heroine, this fantasy adventure, with a desperate quest at its heart, is full of action and suspense.
HarperCollins Children's Books This is a candid exploration of the injustices of war, at home and away, and an unflinching account of the treatment of asylum seekers. Shadow and Bone Author: Indigo In this richly-imagined and beautifully-written novel, Leigh Bardugo has created a vivid fantasy world drawing on Russian traditions and folklore. Random House This fantasy story is both touching and humorous, and is sure to have wide appeal. Barrington Stoke The story examines relationships between teenager and adult, and coming to terms with past experience.
Scholastic Lilith is the last surviving member of the House of Shadow - she was never meant to rule but the assassination of her family has left her no other option.
Shadow of the Fox Author: HQ imprint of Harper Collins In a land faraway, they tell of a mythical Dragon-god who appears only once every thousand years and can grant any wish. Shadow of the Minotaur Author: Hachette Combining Greek mythology with modern technology, Alan Gibbons creates an exciting fantasy adventure.
Shadow of the Zeppelin Author: Chicken House When 12 year old Miranda May is forced to leave her busy life in London and move to a small town where nothing ever happens, she begins to notice strange things happening - dark forces that cannot be explained. Shadows of the Silver Screen Author: Nosy Crow Penny finds herself mixed up in the exciting new world of motion pictures in this entertaining sequel to Twelve Minutes to Midnight. Floris Books Kirby's life is turned upside down after a terrible storm hits his hometown, leaving his mum fighting for her life.
The Persian Book of Kings Author: Frances Lincoln Children's Books Shahnameh is an ancient Persian poem comprising a collection of stories, myths and legends which have been retold for over a thousand years. Shake a Leg Author: Walker Books Sam lives, unhappily, with her drunken aunt. Flying Eye Books Starting with some basic shapes circle, square, rectangle, oval , this well-made hardback presents a quirkier approach to a basic shape book - engaging little ones and appealing to parents, too. Andersen Press Georgie Birkett beautifully captures the expressions of both big sister and baby brother in this funny and endearing picture book about learning to share.
Sharing a Shell Author: Macmillan Children's Books Poor crab has lost his shell, and nobody wants to share. Shark in the Dark! Shark in the Park on a Windy Day! Picture Corgi Timothy Pope spots all sorts of things through his telescope, but are they really sharks? Shark in the Park! Random House But wait it's only a cat. She is Not Invisible Author: Orion Books Laureth receives a mysterious email informing her that her father's notebook has been found. She Persisted Around the World Author: She Wore Red Trainers Author: Kube Publishing An intriguing teenage romance, told from the perspectives of a Muslim boy and girl.
Cub House Press At just 13, Marjorie has to run the family launderette. Indigo In the first young adult novel from bestselling crime author Harlan Coben, Mickey sets out to investigate the mysterious disappearence of his new girlfriend Ashley. Sherlock Holmes and the Disappearing Diamonds Author: We Have a Plan Author: Walker Books Deep in the dark of a moonlit forest, four shady hunters are out to catch themselves a bird. Simon and Schuster A refreshingly original take on the popular 'teenagers surviving apocalypse' theme, this is a fast paced and thrilling read. Shifty McGifty and Slippery Sam: Up, Up and Away!
Nosy Crow Three wacky short stories are squeezed into this fun-filled volume, featuring the cake-baking, mystery-solving dogs, Shifty McGifty and Slippery Sam. Tamarind A fascinating and mysterious tale of twins and superstition and separation. Shiny Pippin and the Broken Forest Author: Ship's Cat Doris Author: Orchard Books Meet a brilliant cast of animal characters in this charming Cornwall story of friendship and belonging. Bloomsbury Arriving at his new school, Shiverton Hall, Arthur discovers its has a strange and spine-chilling history of ancient curses and sinister secrets.
Shola and the Lions Author: Pushkin A charming story about an ambitious little dog convinced that she is actually queen of the jungle. Shona, Word Detective Author: Barrington Stoke A delightful celebration of lexicography in a dyslexia-friendly layout, this is a book that will surely inspire all children to find the fun in words and language.
Shoot to Kill Author: Shopping with Dad Author: Barefoot Books One Saturday morning, Dad is sent shopping with his excitable daughter. Scholastic Julia has always been very short for her height. Faber Faber reprints this gloriously arch and bittersweet graphic novel by Adrian Tomine, surely one of the biggest reasons to not dismiss graphic novels as worthy competitors in the sphere of literary fiction.
Hot Key Books When Tom wishes on a meteorite that falls in the Bywater-by-Sea Model Village, he discovers he has gained a strange new power - the ability to shrink things. Sidney, Stella and the Moon Author: Templar Publishing Sidney and Stella love doing everything together except one thing: Hodder Leah's life is turned upside down by the Eternal Knights - a dangerous gang of bored, power-hungry Year Nine boys, armed and ready to take over the school. Siege and Storm Author: Macmillan Children's Books A story of friendship, rivalry and unsettling family loyalties makes an engaging and entertaining read appealing particularly to teenage girls.
Child's Play A great introduction to simple signs which can be used with children from a very early age. A Lark in the Ark Author: Egmont All the animals are in the ark - but they're bored and decided to play hide and seek. Silence is Goldfish Author: Indigo Tess starts to question herself and her life when things start to fall apart, although she finds solace in a bright orange goldfish.
But everything is about to change. Matt Wood doesn't know the ancient leather-bound book he's bought is a talisman that will allow him to stravagate - to travel in time between this world and sixteenth century Italy. See You in the Cosmos Author: Secret Agent Mummy Author: But then Tim goes to see Amaz-O's show. A building that appears and disappears. The Mummy's Revenge by Roy Pond.
Walker Books Billy worries about so many things, like hats and rain and giant birds, that it keeps him awake at night. Templar Publishing When Lily finds an animal in her garden, she looks at his four legs, tail and big, wet nose and deduces that despite his enormous size, he is a dog. Silly Suzy Goose Author: Walker Books A delightful collection of action-filled pages; the illustrations fit the text perfectly and will greatly entertain young readers, while introducing new vocabulary for actions and sounds. Bloomsbury Simon's world changes on the day that his mother and uncle begin to tell him the truth about his abilities.
Penguin Simon finds himself in trouble when an email he sent ends up in the wrong hands; will his secret about his sexuality be revealed? Since You've Been Gone Author: Simon and Schuster This is the perfect summer read about friendship, romance and self-discovery, written with real understanding and humour. Sing a Song of Bottoms! Puffin Young children will love the rhyming text which rejoices in the diversity of bottoms! Sing Along With Me! Five Little Ducks Author: Nosy Crow This super chunky board book edition has lovely bright illustrations for little ones to enjoy.
Sing Along With Me: Nosy Crow It is time to learn the most famous Christmas song ever: Singing for Mrs Pettigrew: A Storymaker's Journey Author: Walker Books Morpurgo encourages writers of all ages to nurture the seeds of creativity we all hold within us, and strives to reassure those who find school an unfulfilling and unpleasant place, as he did. Egmont A fun adventure, with big, bright, lively pictures and fold out pages.
Egmont The King has found a treasure map! Sir Scallywag and the Golden Underpants Author: Macmillan Children's Books Bursting with amazing tales, fantastic facts and practical tips on how best to look after your pets, Tony Robinson's compendium of stories, statistics and advice will delight animal lovers of any age. Faber The first in Rayburn's trilogy about modern sirens: A Highland Adventure Author: Hodder Readers are subtly reminded of the responsibilities of pet ownership, and then introduced to a variety of upland wildlife, from wildcat to golden eagle.
Six of Crows Author: Indigo Set in the Grisha universe that Leigh Bardugo first introduced readers to in her bestselling Grisha trilogy, Six of Crows is a new epic fantasy that will both delight her old fans and thrill new ones. Sixes and Sevens Author: Andersen Press A comic counting book follows Barnaby and his raft on a ten-stop journey to Limber Lea. Hodder Children's Books Exploring a ramshackle garage with his new-found friend Mina, Michael discovers a strange, magical creature who needs his help. Electric Monkey The car crash that left her best friend dead has left Jenna with scars both emotional and physical.
Skink No Surrender Author: Indigo Orion Books This is a brilliant and utterly gripping adventure, featuring an unusual, endearing and very funny hero in Skink. Skip through the Seasons Author: Barefoot Books This book takes you on a journey through the year and the seasons.
Hamish Hamilton You probably won't read a funnier book than Skippy Dies this year. HarperCollins Meet Skulduggery Pleasant, skeleton detective, fighting to save the world from wizard-gone-to-the-dark-side, Nefarian Serpine. Playing With Fire Author: HarperCollins Children's Books Skeletons, vampires, black magic, ancient gods, secret powers and a gruesome monster The Faceless Ones Author: HarperCollins Children's Books Skulduggery Pleasant, the skeleton detective, and his sidekick, fourteen-year-old Valkyrie Cain, known to her Irish friends as Steph, are unofficially on the case.
Oxford University Press The moorland where Joe lives has been traditionally managed for generations as a grouse moor. Oxford University Press Powerful, evocative writing about landscape and the natural world. Hot Key Books A sequel to the popular Cloud Hunters , Sky Run is the exciting story of brother and sister, Gemma and Martin who live with their year old great-great-grand aunt Peggy. Oxford University Press This is the stuff of classic swashbuckling fast-moving adventure, complete with a wonderful cast of gloriously named characters, a deliciously evil baddie and a feisty heroine coming into her own.
Puffin An animal story with a difference, Sky Wolves combines diverse themes into a thoroughly satisfying novel, which can be read by readers of many ages and interests. Flying Eye Books This slightly fictionalised version of the experiences of female pilots in World War Two is a fascinating read in terms of untold history.
Orchard Books Set in the not too distant future this book investigates the restrictions on freedom and individuality that are placed on society by an all-controlling government. Slaves of the Mastery Author: Egmont This is the second part of a trilogy, bringing together the Manth people, who were first introduced in The Wind Singer , with two other societies.
Usborne Slay are a successful rock band, but they hide a secret. Child's Play Board book with cuddly toy teddy to help with talking to your baby at bedtime. Lantana Publishing Sisters Siba and Saba are always forgetting where they have left things. Pavilion Books A wonderful retelling of the classic fairy tale coupled with the book's fantastic s-style illustration is sure to make this a very popular read for children, as well as adults with an eye for the retro and beautiful.
Walker Books Slog's dad is in heaven, but Slog is sure he'll see him again some day. Sloth Slept On Author: Pavillion A gentle, endearing environmental tale about a lost sloth who finds his way into a family's back garden. Slug Needs a Hug Author: Andersen Press Poor little slug never gets a hug from his mummy and he's starting to feel a bit sad about it, so he goes and asks all the other animals what he should do to be more appealing. Small Blue Thing Author: Nosy Crow When Alex finds an opal bracelet half-buried on the banks of the Thames, she discovers something extraordinary Oxford Small Bunny loves his blue blanket; it's perfect in every way.
Small Change for Stuart Author: Doubleday This humorous adventure is accompanied by atmospheric ink drawings, making this an attractive and compelling book for confident boy and girl readers. Small Elephant's Bathtime Author: OUP A common cause for a toddler tantrum is averted with humour and understanding.
Small Knight and George and the Pirates Author: Orchard Small Knight and George, his tiny dragon friend, live in an old castle that is falling to pieces. Bloomsbury Small Steps is the indirect sequel to Holes and follows the fortunes of its protagonist, Armpit, once he leaves Camp Green Lake and returns home. Macmillan Children's Books When a homeless man's body is discovered wading in a local river, police determine the death to be an accidental drowning.
Smart About Sharks Author: Flying Eye Presenting an ever-popular topic, this fantastic, high quality illustrated book is fascinating and attractive. Macmillan Louie goes on a hunt to try and find is old pongy smelly scent. Orchard Books When Sunny gets told she must not eat chocolate biscuits before teatime, she is very annoyed, and loses her smile.
Smoke and Mirrors Author: Headline A collection of short stories: Usborne As babies develop they will love to follow the snail trail - a raised line - all the way through the book. Andersen Press One morning Slimy Snail sets out on a journey through many different landscapes which each present challenging obstacles Snail, Where Are You? Phaidon Press Packed full of subtle humour, each page of this witty and sophisticated picture book is a visual feast, providing a gateway to exciting, imaginative discussion.
Frances Lincoln A cautionary tale with vibrant, comic illustrations which explains why Snail now hides his legs. Faber and Faber This book is very, very funny, totally far-fetched, hard to put down and even harder to forget. Orchard Watch out for the snapping sharks and dancing dolphins - a treat for all! Bloomsbury A small bear is searching for a winter home. Walker Books This gentle, very beautiful picture book is about three baby bears playing in the snow with their mummy.
Corgi Pups Nicky would love a dog more than anything, but her mum and dad don't want one. Snow White and Rose Red Author: Penguin Snow White and Rose Red live in an isolated cottage in the middle of the forest with their widowed mother. Snow White in New York Author: Oxford University Press A beautiful s Art Deco treatment of the classic fairytale - now a beautiful socialite, Snow White falls foul of her celebrity-loving stepmother who the tabloids call 'the classiest dame in New York'.
The Baby Bigfoot Author: Piccadilly Press How do you find a baby bigfoot in the snow? Scholastic Mia has left the noisy city behind, and come to live with her Grandma in a land of forest and snow. Child's Play Delightful book celebrating the different ways to feel snug by comparing how animals and children stay cosy. Templar Publishing As part of a going-to-bed routine, this book works like a dream.
Walker Books Dog is snuggled up in his bed, and it's awfully cosy. Walker Books One by one, family members drop by on a mum and her tot — all wanting to squeeze, kiss and give undivided attention to the baby. Solace of the Road Author: David Fickling Books Holly Hogan, 'delinquent care-babe with a crack-pot past' is trying to settle with yet another set of foster parents, but their neat, ordered life is uncomfortable and stifling.
Macmillan Children's Books It's and Stanley Ryder is one of many young boys enlisting in the army, in spite of the fact he is underage. Solomon and Mortimer Author: Macmillan Children's Books Everything is peaceful on the river, until Solomon Crocodile appears and disturbs everyone from the frogs to the dragonflies to the storks.
Some Dogs Do Author: Walker Books One morning, Sid the dog is filled with an overwhelming feeling of happiness which — to his utter surprise — sends him floating into the sky and all the way to school! Some Other War Author: Catnip Publishing Seventeen-year-old twins Alice and Jack work at the mansion of the Morland family - but when the First World War breaks out, their lives are changed completely. Someone Else's Life Author: Something About a Bear Author: Frances Lincoln A beautiful gift for bear and book lovers alike, this is a showpiece for Morris's paintings which are as awe-inspiring as their subjects.
Something Beginning With Blue Author: Walker Books Fun interactive 'I Spy' picture book - peep through the holes in the eyes and follow the clues to guess what's hiding on each page. Something Different About Dad Author: Puffin Something Else is a lonely creature, excluded from everything because he is different.
Scholastic A diverse selection of fun and lively poems for children. Templar This is a warm book about unconditional love. Sometimes I Feel Sunny Author: Picture Corgi An introduction for the youngest readers to the different feelings they experience, from sad to funny, angry to sunny, and even lost and small. Song of the Current Author: Bloomsbury Could this be Caro's chance to prove herself to the river gods? Songs About a Girl Author: Sons of Scarlatti - Infinity Drake Author: HarperCollins This is a real page turner with lots of twists and turns! Walker Books This unusual tale for both adults and children is imaginative, magical and readable.
Hot Key Books A girl's life is thrown into turmoil when her family's past comes back to haunt her. Hachette A complex plot puts an original slant on a good versus evil battle and will keep readers on the edge of their seats right to the last page. Usborne Poppy doesn't believe in true love - until she meets Noah. Sounds of the Wild: Templar One in a series of stunning pop-up books, this one shows rainforest scenes, with atmospheric jungle sounds of insects and elephants. South Sea Tales Author: Oxford University Press This collection is the first to bring together all Stevenson's shorter Pacific fiction in one volume.
Barrington Stoke Billy's grandad is a retired astronaut who likes to take Billy on tours around the earth in his space ship. Jonathan Cape Visually and graphically inventive, packed with tongue-in-cheek humour and witty details, this comic-style picture book delights in subverting the conventions of epic space adventure! Space in 30 Seconds Author: Ivy Kids Thirty key topics on what really happens in space, explained in neat second soundbites.
Little Gestalten Including topics such as stars, planets, moons, gravity and even how astronauts are able to eat and sleep, each page of this fascinating book is a journey through the complexities of space. Nosy Crow More swash and buckle in space than you can imagine when Sam and the crew of the Jolly Apollo continue their quest for Planet X.
THE MUMMY'S REVENGE is deadly for Josh, Amy & Cousin Harry (The Mummy Monster Game series Book 1) - Kindle edition by Roy Pond. Download it once. Editorial Reviews. Review. From the Author. Reaction to this series has been very satisfying to Book 1 THE MUMMY's REVENGE is deadly (USA) (or 'The Mummy Little Cousin Harry is really weird, but he is family, so Josh and Amy decide to feel the desperation Harry, Amy and Harry felt intrying to save Aunt Jillian.
Macmillan Children's Books What is a black hole? Spaghetti with the Yeti Author: Egmont Books Intrepid young hero George sets out to hunt the mythical yeti, armed with only a map, a woolly hat and a tin of spaghetti in his rucksack. Andersen Press Both ludicrous and funny, join Freddie on the greediest, goldest and fishiest escapade of the summer. Orion With simple, expressive text and dynamic illustrations providing wonderful contrast to the apathy of its main subject, this picture book is not only refreshingly original but also very, very funny.
Specs for Rex Author: Bloomsbury A perfectly judged niche story that has general appeal due to a clean text and cute character; Specs for Rex is a visual treat that's really worth putting your glasses on for. Too Ghoul for School Author: Speed of Light Author: Gecko Press Cowley's writing is a delight to read and this family drama is engrossing and endearing.
Frances Lincoln A fascinating selection of folk and fairy tales. Egmont Spinderella is a spider who lives with her spider mum and brothers and sisters on top of a ceiling light at a school. Orion While out hunting in the Forest, Torak encounters a man whose body and brain have been wasted by a horrifying disease. Nosy Crow Molly is passionate about swimming but is having to deal with a domineering friend and a difficult home life.
Walker Books Anna Hibiscus is at the beach with her family. Splat the Cat Author: Splat the Fake Fact Author: Bloomsbury These days it's very important to be able to identify fake facts. Simon and Schuster Engaging, believable characters, painful family secrets and tension which mounts to a nail-biting climax make this an addictive, well-plotted, gritty, thriller. Split by a Kiss Author: Corgi Split by a Kiss is the story of Jo, a British girl who goes to live in the USA for a year, and finds herself plunged into an exhilarating but confusing new life.
The Beast of Hangman's Hill Author: Ransom The spook squad are Emma, Roxy, Nita and Leena; a team of four feisty girls who bust bogeymen and vanquish vampires. Spooks and Scooters Author: Bloomsbury When Flora and Sylvie's holiday with dad is cancelled, they are determined to discover who or what is responsible.
Wide Eyed Editions A luxurious compendium of all things sporty, featuring both well-known and less popular games and activities with plenty of fascinating facts. Sports are Fantastic Fun! Lands of Long Ago Author: Wide Eyed Editions Do you think you could spot the wrong type of shoes worn by a Roman Centurion, or the wrong kind of helmet worn by a Viking? Spotlight on Sunny Author: Catnip Publishing A trip to London on a film-making couse forces Sunny to evaluate her life - can she tell her big secret to her friends.
Spot's Baby Sister Author: Warne Spot and his friends play with his new sister, Susie. Spot's Birthday Party Author: Puffin It's Spot's birthday party, and the first game he wants to play is Hide and Seek. Spotty Lottie and Me Author: Andersen Press Joey has chicken pox; nobody's allowed to visit unless they're spotty too. Sproutzilla vs Christmas Author: Pan Macmillan Anarchic and brilliantly funny with a whole page dedicated to a fart , Sproutzilla vs Christmas is also a great book to encourage children to eat their greens.
Macmillan Prez has one summer to find ten things about the earth that make it worth saving - but can he do it? Querido Children's Books Written in diary form, Sputterfly is the story of insect-lover Hidde, his brother Jeppe, and their mum. Spy for the Queen of Scots Author: Bloomsbury A group of super-intelligent, computerised toys are destined for the crusher because they have faults that make them unsuitable for children. Stripes Publishing Spynosaur is a dazzlingly dapper dinosaur, with one mission: Spynosaur vs Goldenclaw Author: Stripes When a plan to reignite Spynosaur's passion goes awry, a monstrous new mega-thug is unleashed in the world and only one superhero has any chance of defeating him.
Walker Books Square spends his days piling square blocks. Phaidon Squares, circles, triangles and rectangles - all in different colours, all in different places, and all having fun. Squirrel's Busy Day Author: QED With large, bright, energetic illustrations this story is ideal for classroom use and lists discussion points about friendship at the back. Squish, Squash, Squeeze Author: Little Tiger Mouse is not alone: Faber and Faber This comical chapter book is ideal for early readers who are ready to move on from picture books.
Stan and Mabel Author: