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APRIL 2016 The Boundless Sublime Lili Wilkinson

Ruby Jane Galbraith is an ordinary girl seeking peace in the wake of family tragedy. Her search leads her into a community that seems guided by love. And it's only after she's drawn into its web that she learns its sinister secrets.

Sales points • Ages: 14+ • The endlessly fascinating creepiness of cults explored through a suspenseful and action-packed contemporary realist YA novel • A change of genre for Lili Wilkinson - this novel is dark, suspenseful and compelling • Based on extensive research into real-life religious cults of the past • A grieving girl drawn into an unsettling and dangerous world, similar in 'feel' to Lucy Christopher's Stolen • Lili is a favourite with both teens and teachers, and is regularly booked to speak at schools and festivals • National Advertising in Girlfriend • Lili has made a 6 part series to be shared on youtube called 'Lets Talk About Sects' on Youtube • Lili is a contributor to the #LoveOzYA anthology (edited by Danielle Binks) to be published by HarperCollins in May 2017 • Themes include cults, conspiracy, suspense

Description Ruby Jane Galbraith is empty. Her family has been torn apart and it's all her fault.

The only thing that makes sense to her is Fox - a gentle new friend who is wise, soulful and clever, yet oddly naive about the ways of the world. He understands what she's going through and he offers her a chance to feel peace. Fox belongs to a group called the Institute of the Sublime - and Ruby can't stay away from him. So she is also drawn in to what she too late discovers is a terrifying secretive community that is far from the ideal world she expected.

Price: $19.99 (NZ$22.99) Can Ruby find the courage to escape? Is there any way she can save Fox too? And is there ever really an escape from ISBN: 9781760113360 the far-reaching influence of the Institute of the Sublime? Format: Paperback - Demy format Dimensions: 208x138mm Extent: 352 pages A gripping YA novel about an ordinary girl who is unsuspectingly inducted into a secretive modern-day cult.

Main Category: Y Children's Sub Category: YFB General Fiction 'A brilliant, searing trip into the world of cults and brainwashing. Her best book yet.' - Justine Larbalestier Illustrations: Previous Titles: Other books

Green Valentine (Allen & Unwin) 2015 About the Author The Zigzag Effect (Allen & Unwin) 2013 Lili Wilkinson is the award-winning author of ten YA novels, including Scatterheart, Pink and Green Valentine. After Love-shy (Allen & Unwin, 2012) A & U Children APRIL 2016 The Boundless Sublime 8 copy pack

Includes: 8 copies of the Boundless Sublime plus a free reading copy.

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A & U Children APRIL 2016 Promising Azra Helen Thurloe

Azra's dreams of finishing high school in Sydney and going to university are threatened by her uncle's plans to marry her off to an older cousin she has never met - will she have to choose between her family and her happiness?

Sales points • Suitable for 12+ • Strong topical story that sheds much-needed light on the prevalence of forced marriages in Australia (at least 100 under 18s a year, nationally) • Previously an award-winning poet, Promising Azra is Helen Thurloe's first novel • Author has strong links to the Pakistani community in Western Sydney • Azra has been a hit with teenagers: 'I just wanted to keep reading on and on ... I can relate to Azra's character as I'm of the same age, love science and have a Pakistani background' Hamna, 17. 'ONE OF THE BEST ENDINGS I'VE EVER READ ... I loved the whole book and I would read it all over again and recommend it to all my class mates!' Kirra, 15 • Statements of support from Anti-slavery Australia, the Pakistani community and Dr Eman Sharobeem, a vocal campaigner against forced marriages in Australia • Themes include forced marriage, Islam, Pakistan, Western Sydney, subjugation of girls, family, friends, school

Description Azra is sixteen, smart and knows how to get what she wants. She thinks. When she wins a place in a national science competition, she thinks her biggest problem is getting her parents' permission to go. But she doesn't know they're busy arranging her marriage to an older cousin she's never met. In Pakistan. In just three months' time.

Azra always thought she'd finish high school with her friends and then go on to study science, but now her dreams of university are suddenly overshadowed. And it all becomes complicated when her uncle finds out about Pratik a young man from the local boys school who is quite keen on Azra. Can she find a way to do what she wants, while keeping her Price: $19.99 (NZ$22.99) parents happy? ISBN: 9781760113278 Format: Paperback - B format Or does being a good daughter mean sacrificing her freedom? Dimensions: 198x128mm Extent: 368 pages

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Sub Category: YFB General Fiction Illustrations: Previous Titles: About the Author Author now living: Avalon, Sydney Helen Thurloe is an award-winning Australian writer, with her poems and essays widely published.

Promising Azra is her first novel. To support its completion, the project was awarded a mentorship from the Children's Book Council of Australia (NSW), as well as two residential fellowships through the NSW Writers' Centre, and Varuna The A & U Children APRIL 2016 Promising Azra 8 copy pack

Includes: 8 copies of Promising Azra plus a free reading copy.

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A & U Children APRIL 2016 The Ocean of the Dead: Ship Kings 4 Andrew McGahan

The cataclysmic final book in the Ship Kings series. In search of a new world, Dow and Nell must face the final frontier - the treacherous Doldrums. Their journey will be filled with wonders; the rewards could be great - but the cost might be everything, for there are good reasons why none who have sailed the Ocean of the Dead have returned to tell the tale.

Sales points • For readers aged 14+ • The longed-for and dreaded conclusion to the marvellous Ship Kings series • Highly acclaimed series: The Coming of the Whirlpool was shortlisted for the Indies Children's Book of the Year, the Aurealis Award for Best Children's Fantasy novel, and shortlisted for the CBCA Book of the Year award for Older Readers. The Voyage of the Unquiet Ice was Highly Commended in the 2012 Fellowship of Australian Writers National Literary Awards - Christina Stead Award, a 2013 CBC Notable Book, and shortlisted for the 2013 Queensland Literary Awards • The Ocean of the Dead sees Dow and Nell travel into the vast body of water known as the Doldrums in search of a new world • Andrew McGahan's craft and level of invention is unsurpassed • Andrew McGahan's novels are embraced by literary editors, educators, reviewers and readers (both Praise and The White Earth have been listed on the VCE and HSC reading lists) • Specific series website with exclusive content including short stories set in the same world and an 'author's log'. See shipkings.com.au • Epic themes of loyalty and betrayal, power, love and desire, defiance and man's complex relationship with the ocean

Description It is no easy thing, to take leave of the world.

At very long last a captain of his own ship, Dow Amber is determined to venture beyond the final frontier - the still, Price: $24.99 (NZ$27.99) stagnant waters of the Doldrums - in search of a New World. With Nell finally by his side, he is hopeful that they can start ISBN: 9781760292188 again, far from politics, betrayal and war. Format: Hard Cover Dimensions: 210x135mm Extent: 480 pages But none who have sailed the Ocean of the Dead have returned to tell the tale. Before long, an old enemy appears. And Main Category: Y Children's with the enemy new dangers. Does the fleet sail to certain death, or to glorious new life beyond the treacherous Sub Category: YFB General Fiction Doldrums? Illustrations: Previous Titles: Praise The Ocean of the Dead is the cataclysmic conclusion to Andrew McGahan's stunning Ship Kings series. The White Earth 1988

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Includes: 6 copies of Ocean of the Dead plus a free reading copy.

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A & U Children APRIL 2016 The Coming of the Whirlpool: Ship Kings 1 Andrew McGahan

Fate, courage, doom, defiance! The first stirring adventure in a brilliant series from award-winning author Andrew McGahan.

Sales points • Ages: 14+ • Striking paperback edition to take the book to a broader market • Shortlisted for the Children's Book Council of Australia Book of the Year Awards, Older Readers, the 2012 Indies Best Children's Book Awards and the 2012 Aurealis Award for Best Fantasy Novel for Children • Lyrical writing and a compelling quest full of adventure, battles and fantastic descriptions of ships and the sea (plus a hint of romance) • While set in an amazing world not our own, steers clear of the magic and supernatural that's been common lately • Dedicated website shipkings.com.au includes additional material on the series • Trailer available on YouTube

Description 'If you go to sea, you will come to the attention of the Ship Kings. And if they discover who you are, they will kill you.' Young Dow Amber is no sailor. But driven by a strange sea-longing he ventures down to the great grim bay known as the Claw. He hopes to learn there of seafaring, but he finds only a fearful people who scarcely dare sail at all, for they have been cursed by a monstrous whirlpool that haunts the bay, stealing away their sons.

Then the rulers of all the world - the proud and cruel Ship Kings - arrive in the Claw. Dow is fascinated by their fine tall vessels, and even more so by a mysterious girl who lives aboard their flagship.

It is a perilous attraction to be sure, but could it be that his future somehow lies with the Ship Kings? Or will he be called upon to descend to his death, when the terrible whirlpool rises once more?

Price: $16.99 (NZ$18.99) 'This beautifully crafted novel shapes up as a classic seafaring tale. An epic hero story' Herald Sun ISBN: 9781743312056 Format: Paperback - B format 'Reads like an instant classic' Reading Monthly Dimensions: 198x128mm Extent: 312 pages

Main Category: Y Children's 'Masterful storytelling, elegant prose and a powerful sense of place. The kind of storytelling that stays with you long after Sub Category: YFB General Fiction the tale has ended' Viewpoint Illustrations: Previous Titles: Praise 1988 The White Earth Underground Last Drinks Wonders of a Godless World About the Author Author now living: Melbourne, Victoria Andrew McGahan is one of Australia's finest writers of fiction. His first novel, Praise, won The Australian/Vogel Literary Award in 1992. In 2004, The White Earth won the Miles Franklin Literary Award, the Commonwealth Writers' Prize, The Age Book of the Year, and The Courier Mail Book of the Year Award. His most recent novel is Wonders of a Godless A & U Children APRIL 2016 The Voyage of the Unquiet Ice: Ship Kings 2 Andrew McGahan

Courage, betrayal, an impossible journey. Dow's quest continues in this second adventure set upon the seas of a strange and compelling world. From award-winning author Andrew McGahan.

Sales points • Ages:14+ • Highly original and action packed fantasy • Previous books in series shortlisted for a CBCA Award, the Queensland Literary Awards, the Indies Children's Book of the Year, and the Aurealis Award for Best Children's Fantasy novel and Highly Commended in the 2012 Fellowship of Australian Writers National Literary Awards - Christina Stead Award • McGahan's novels are embraced by literary editors, educators, reviewers and readers (both Praise and The White Earth have been listed on the VCE and HSC reading lists) • Specific series website with exclusive content including short stories set in the same world and an 'author's log'. See shipkings.com.au • Epic themes of loyalty and betrayal, love and hate, power, desire, defiance and man's complex relationship with the ocean

Description A vast figure loomed above the ice walls. It was made, no doubt, only of cloud or whirling snow, but it was an immense manlike thing, cast hugely against the sky. Its head stared down at them blindly, but one great arm seemed to beckon, urging the Chloe onwards. And from the depths of the gulf ahead the terrible whistling rose again.

Dow Amber has set sail at last upon the battleship Chloe, but can an outsider and an enemy ever truly belong in the Ship Kings' world?

All too soon, Dow finds himself entangled in rebellion and treachery, and embarked upon a desperate voyage to the frozen north that will decide the future of the very empire. In the icy wastes Dow must take his fate in hand. Is he truly Price: $16.99 (NZ$18.99) destined to be a mariner? Is the mysterious scapegoat girl Ignella a friend or a foe? And where will they each stand, when ISBN: 9781743319567 the long peace of the Four Isles threatens to shatter forever? Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x128mm Extent: 400 pages The Voyage of the Unquiet Ice is the second adventure in Andrew McGahan's epic Ship Kings series.

Main Category: Y Children's Sub Category: YFB General Fiction About the Author Illustrations: Andrew McGahan is one of Australia's finest fiction writers. His first novel, Praise, won The Australian/Vogel Literary Previous Titles: Praise The White Earth 1988 Last Drinks Underground Wonders of a Godless World The Award in 1992. The White Earth won the 2004 Miles Franklin Literary Award, the Commonwealth Writers' Prize, The Age Coming of the Whirlpool: Ship Kings 1 Book of the Year and The Courier Mail Book of the Year Award. In 2009 Andrew was shortlisted for the Manning Clark House National Cultural Awards for his contribution to Australian Literature. Author now living: Melbourne, Victoria A & U Children APRIL 2016 The War of the Four Isles: Ship Kings 3 Andrew McGahan

Dow Amber faces terrifying monsters and devastating betrayal as he is drawn into a battle that threatens to destroy everything he has ever loved. The third gripping instalment in this epic adventure by the award-winning author, Andrew McGahan.

Sales points • For readers aged 14 plus • Highly original and action packed fantasy • Previous books in series shortlisted for a CBCA Award, the Queensland Literary Awards, the Indies Children's Book of the Year, and the Aurealis Award for Best Children's Fantasy novel and Highly Commended in the 2012 Fellowship of Australian Writers National Literary Awards - Christina Stead Award • McGahan's novels are embraced by literary editors, educators, reviewers and readers (both Praise and The White Earth have been listed on the VCE and HSC reading lists) • Specific series website with exclusive content including short stories set in the same world and an 'author's log'. See shipkings.com.au • Epic themes of loyalty and betrayal, love and hate, power, desire, defiance and man's complex relationship with the ocean

Description 'The ancient mapmaker had inscribed a warning within the great empty shadow on his chart, words that echoed down to Dow from half a thousand years before.

Here be whales in great number.

And here be monsters of the deep that riseth to feast upon them.'

Nearly three years have passed since Dow Amber escaped the ruin of the Twelfth Kingdom. In that time, war has raged Price: $16.99 (NZ$18.99) across the Four Isles, but Dow himself has been hidden away by his Twin Islands hosts, relegated to a backwater of the ISBN: 9781760291693 war in the company of the beguiling Cassandra. Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x128mm Extent: 496 pages But when word reaches Dow that Ignella of the Cave has been imprisoned on the infamous Ship Kings dungeon-isle of Main Category: Y Children's Banishment, he can be patient no longer. He sets forth on an epic voyage that will take him halfway around the world - Sub Category: YFB General Fiction defying storm and monster, betrayal and despair - to the heart of the greatest battle of the age, and to the discovery at Illustrations: Previous Titles: Praise, The White Earth, 1988, Last Drinks, last of his true purpose upon the high seas. Underground, Wonders of a Godless World, The Coming of the Whirlpool: Ship Kings 1, The The War of the Four Isles is the third volume in Andrew McGahan's momentous Ship Kings series. Voyage of the Unquiet Ice: Ship Kings 2 Author now living: Melbourne, Victoria About the Author A & U Children APRIL 2016 The Boyfriend List: A Ruby Oliver Novel 1: Fifteen guys, 11 shrink appointments, 4 ceramic frogs and me, Ruby Oliver E. Lockhart

Fifteen boys, 43 lists, 120 footnotes, and too many panic attacks to count, all in four novels about Ruby Oliver. From the best-selling author of We Were Liars.

Sales points • For ages 13 to 16 • Printz award-winning author of bestselling We Were Liars • Backlist titles now in new editions for ANZ • 'Spot-on dialogue and details make this a painfully recognizable and addictive read.'- Publishers Weekly, Starred • 'Lockhart shines at depicting the all-encompassing microcosm of school social life.'- Kirkus Reviews • Themes include identity, gender, relationships, school

Description From E. Lockhart, the author of the highly acclaimed New York Times bestseller We Were Liars, which John Green called 'utterly unforgettable', comes the uproarious and heartwarming Ruby Oliver novels - The Boyfriend List, The Boy Book, The Treasure Map of Boys, and Real Live Boyfriends.

Follow Ruby Oliver through four hilarious instalments of her high school life. There are boy troubles, friend troubles, panic attacks, and lists. There are mysterious notes, fruit roll-ups, upper-regioning, and more lists. There are mean-spirited rumors, smelly feet, frogs, and brownies. There are Cheetos, a piglet head, Paris, and baguette air guitar. Ruby Oliver manages it all with an enormous dose of humor and understated grace. She survives to tell the tale that will make readers cringe, weep, and laugh out loud!

Ruby Oliver is 15 and has a shrink. She knows it's unusual, but give her a break - she's had a rough 10 days. In the past 10 days she: lost her boyfriend (#13 on the list); lost her best friend (Kim); lost all her other friends (Nora, Cricket); did something suspicious with a boy (#10); did something advanced with a boy (#15); had an argument with a boy (#14); Price: $14.99 (NZ$16.99) drank her first beer (someone handed it to her); got caught by her mom (again!); had a panic attack (scary); lost a ISBN: 9781760293758 Format: Paperback - B format lacrosse game (she's the goalie); failed a math test (she'll make it up); hurt Meghan's feelings (even though they aren't Dimensions: 198x128mm really friends); became a social outcast (no one to sit with at lunch); and had graffiti written about her in the girls' Extent: 256 pages bathroom. Main Category: Y Children's

Sub Category: YFB General Fiction Illustrations: But don't worry - Ruby lives to tell the tale. And make more lists. Previous Titles: The Disreputable History of Frankie Landau- Banks (2015)

We Were Liars [2014] About the Author THE RUBY OLIVER NOVELS Emily Lockhart is the author of eight YA novels including the bestselling We Were Liars and The Disreputable History of A & U Children APRIL 2016 The Boy Book: A Ruby Oliver Novel 2: A gazillion lists, three potential boyfriends, several penguins and me, Ruby Oliver E. Lockhart

Fifteen boys, 43 lists, 120 footnotes, and too many panic attacks to count, all in four novels about Ruby Oliver. From the best-selling author of We Were Liars.

Here is how things stand at the beginning of newly-licensed driver Ruby Oliver's junior year at Tate Prep: Kim - not speaking, but far away in Tokyo; Cricket - not speaking; Nora - speaking, sort of. Chatted a couple times this summer when they bumped into each other outside of school - once shopping in the U District, and once in the Elliot Bay Bookstore. But she hadn't called Ruby, or anything; Noel - didn't care what anyone thinks; Meghan - didn't have any other friends; Dr. Z - speaking; and Jackson. The big one. Not speaking.

But, by Winter Break, a new job, an unlikely but satisfying friend combo, additional entries to The Boy Book and many difficult decisions help Ruby to see that there is, indeed, life outside the Tate Universe.

Price: $14.99 (NZ$16.99) ISBN: 9781760293765 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x128mm About the Author Extent: 224 pages Emily Lockhart is the author of eight YA novels including the bestselling We Were Liars and The Disreputable History of Main Category: Y Children's Frankie Landau-Banks, a Michael L. Printz Award Honor Book, a finalist for the National Book Award, and recipient of the Sub Category: YFB General Fiction Illustrations: Cybils Award for best young adult novel. Previous Titles: The Disreputable History of Frankie Landau- Banks (2015) She has a doctorate in English Literature from Columbia University and has taught composition, literature and creative

We Were Liars [2014] writing. Her books have been translated into 33 languages. Visit Emily online at emilylockhart.com and follow @elockhart on Twitter. THE RUBY OLIVER NOVELS A & U Children APRIL 2016 The Treasure Map of Boys: A Ruby Oliver Novel 3: Noel, Jackson, Finn, Hutch, Gideon - and me, Ruby Oliver E. Lockhart

Fifteen boys, 43 lists, 120 footnotes, and too many panic attacks to count, all in four novels about Ruby Oliver. From the best-selling author of We Were Liars.

Ruby is back at Tate Prep, and it's her thirty-seventh week in the state of Noboyfriend. Her panic attacks are bad, her love life is even worse, and what's more: Noel is writing her notes; Jackson is giving her frogs; Gideon is helping her cook; and Finn is making her brownies.

Rumors are flying, and Ruby's already sucky reputation is heading downhill. Not only that, she's also: running a bake sale; learning the secrets of heavymetal therapy; encountering some seriously smelly feet; defending the rights of pygmy goats; and bodyguarding Noel from unwanted advances.

In this companion novel to The Boyfriend List and The Boy Book, Ruby struggles to secure some sort of mental health, to Price: $14.99 (NZ$16.99) understand what constitutes a real friendship, and to find true love - if such a thing exists. ISBN: 9781760293772 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x128mm Extent: 256 pages

Main Category: Y Children's About the Author Sub Category: YFB General Fiction Illustrations: Emily Lockhart is the author of eight YA novels including the bestselling We Were Liars and The Disreputable History of Previous Titles: The Disreputable History of Frankie Landau- Frankie Landau-Banks, a Michael L. Printz Award Honor Book, a finalist for the National Book Award, and recipient of the Banks (2015) Cybils Award for best young adult novel.

We Were Liars [2014] She has a doctorate in English Literature from Columbia University and has taught composition, literature and creative THE RUBY OLIVER NOVELS writing. Her books have been translated into 33 languages. Visit Emily online at emilylockhart.com and follow @elockhart A & U Children APRIL 2016 Real Live Boyfriends: A Ruby Oliver Novel 4: Yes, boyfriends, plural. If my life weren't complicated - I wouldn't be Ruby Oliver E. Lockhart

Fifteen boys, 43 lists, 120 footnotes, and too many panic attacks to count, all in four novels about Ruby Oliver. From the best-selling author of We Were Liars.

Ruby Oliver is in love. Or it would be love, if Noel, her real live boyfriend, would call her back. But Noel seems to have turned into a pod-robot lobotomy patient, and Ruby can't figure out why. Not only is her romantic life a shambles: her dad is eating nothing but Cheetos; her mother's got a piglet head in the refrigerator; Hutch has gone to Paris to play baguette air guitar; Gideon shows up shirtless; and the pygmy goat Robespierre is no help whatsoever.

Will Ruby ever control her panic attacks? Will she ever understand boys? Will she ever stop making lists? (No to that last one.) Roo has lost most of her friends. She's lost her true love, more than once. She's lost her grandmother, her job, her reputation, and possibly her mind. But she's never lost her sense of humor. The Ruby Oliver books are the record of her survival, and will make readers cringe, weep, and laugh out loud! Price: $14.99 (NZ$16.99) ISBN: 9781760293796 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x128mm Extent: 240 pages About the Author Main Category: Y Children's Emily Lockhart is the author of eight YA novels including the bestselling We Were Liars and The Disreputable History of Sub Category: YFB General Fiction Illustrations: Frankie Landau-Banks, a Michael L. Printz Award Honor Book, a finalist for the National Book Award, and recipient of the Previous Titles: The Disreputable History of Frankie Landau- Cybils Award for best young adult novel. Banks (2015)

We Were Liars [2014] She has a doctorate in English Literature from Columbia University and has taught composition, literature and creative writing. Her books have been translated into 33 languages. Visit Emily online at emilylockhart.com and follow @elockhart THE RUBY OLIVER NOVELS on Twitter. A & U Children APRIL 2016 We Were Liars E. Lockhart

The story of one family, one summer, and one act that may never be forgiven. 'Thrilling, beautiful and blisteringly smart.utterly unforgettable.' JOHN GREEN

Sales points • For ages 13 to 18 • 'E. Lockhart is one of our most important novelists, and she has given us her best book yet. Thrilling, beautiful, and blisteringly smart - utterly unforgettable.' JOHN GREEN • Huge buzz throughout the English-language publishing world • Feature-film (and screenplay) rights sold to Hollywood's Imperative Entertainment • A clever twist you won't see coming • Brilliant writing by up-and-coming author with several highly regarded books in the US • Has a complexity and depth that will appeal to adult readers of YA • Major ongoing social media marketing • Themes include family, privilege/class, suspense, mystery, grief, trauma

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A beautiful and distinguished family. A private island.

A brilliant, damaged girl; a passionate, political boy.

A group of four friends - the Liars - whose friendship turns destructive.

A revolution. An accident. A secret.

Price: $17.99 (NZ$22.99) Lies upon lies. ISBN: 9781760111069 Format: Paperback - B format True love. Dimensions: 198x128mm Extent: 240 pages

Main Category: Y Children's The truth.

Sub Category: YFB General Fiction Illustrations: We Were Liars is a modern, sophisticated suspense that will leave you reeling. Previous Titles: THE RUBY OLIVER NOVELS

Real Live Boyfriends(2010) Read it.

The Treasure Map of Boys (2009) And if anyone asks you how it ends, just LIE. The Boy Book (2006) A & U Children APRIL 2016 The Disreputable History of Frankie Landau-Banks E. Lockhart

A witty teen novel filled with pranks, rebellion and gender politics from the international best-selling author of We Were Liars.

Sales points • For ages 13 to 18 • Praise for We Were Liars: 'E. Lockhart is one of our most important novelists, and she has given us her best book yet. Thrilling, beautiful, and blisteringly smart utterly unforgettable.' John Green • Huge buzz about E. Lockhart following massive success of We Were Liars • Michael L. Printz Honor Book (US) • Themes include identity, gender, school

Description Frankie Landau-Banks at age 14: Debate Club. Her father's 'bunny rabbit'. A mildly geeky girl attending a highly competitive boarding school.

Frankie Landau-Banks at age 15: A knockout figure. A sharp tongue. A chip on her shoulder.

And a gorgeous new senior boyfriend: the supremely goofy, word-obsessed Matthew Livingston.

Frankie Landau-Banks: No longer the kind of girl to take 'no' for an answer. Especially when 'no' means she's excluded from her boyfriend's all-male secret society. Not when her ex-boyfriend shows up in the strangest of places. Not when she knows she's smarter than any of them. When she knows Matthew's lying to her. And when there are so many, many pranks to be done.

Frankie Landau-Banks at age 16: Possibly a criminal mastermind.

Price: $14.99 (NZ$17.99) This is the story of how she got that way. ISBN: 9781760113308 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x128mm Extent: 352 pages

Main Category: Y Children's About the Author Sub Category: YFB General Fiction Emily Lockhart is the author of eight YA novels including the bestselling We Were Liars and The Disreputable History of Illustrations: Frankie Landau-Banks, a Michael L. Printz Award Honor Book, a finalist for the National Book Award, and recipient of the Previous Titles: We Were Liars [2014] Cybils Award for best young adult novel. She has a doctorate in English Literature from Columbia University and has THE RUBY OLIVER NOVELS taught composition, literature and creative writing. Her books have been translated into ten languages. Visit Emily online at emilylockhart.com and follow @elockhart on Twitter. Real Live Boyfriends(2010)

The Treasure Map of Boys (2009) A & U Children APRIL 2016 Fabish: The Horse that Braved a Bushfire Neridah McMullin and Andrew McLean

A powerful and beautifully illustrated picture book based on the true story of a heroic horse called Fabish, who saved a group of young horses during the Black Saturday bushfires.

Sales points • For ages 6 to 9 • Amazing story of animal rescue (based on a true event) • Deals with the experience of bushfire in a sensitive way, suitable for children, with a positive, hopeful ending. • Andrew McLean's gentle illustrations perfectly complement the powerful, moving text. • Primary education potential re starting discussion around what to do in fire season, how to prevent fires, etc. • Comparison titles based on other true animal stories are Queenie: One Elephant's Story and Bob the Railway Dog (by Corinne Fenton) • Themes include bushfire, survival, horse-and-trainer friendship, animal rescue, resilience

Description This is the true story of a brave horse called Fabish. In his racing days, he always tried his hardest. And when he retired, Fabish took care of the flighty young horses.

One hot summer day, a wild wind blew up and the yearlings were restless. Then Fabish smelled smoke. Fire was coming, fast. The trainer threw open the gate and said, 'Go now!' Fabish neighed to the young ones and they galloped away. All through the night, the fire raged and the trainer battled to save the racehorses in the stables.

But what would become of Fabish and the yearlings? Could he save them from the firestorm?

About the Author Price: $24.99 (NZ$27.99) Neridah McMullin is an Australian author who writes stories and poetry for children. Neridah aspires to write stories that ISBN: 9781925266863 matter; some are long forgotten, some are little known. Neridah's most recent children's picture book, Kick it to Me!, Format: Hard Cover is about Australian Rules Football and the indigenous influence of Marn-Grook. Dimensions: 240x270mm Extent: 32 pages

Main Category: Y Children's Andrew McLean studied at Prahran Technical College and the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology. He taught art to Sub Category: YB Picture Books, Activity Books & Early high school students before becoming a teacher of painting and drawing at Chisholm Institute in Caulfield, Victoria. He Learning Material now works full-time as a painter and illustrator. Illustrations: full colour throughout Previous Titles: By Neridah McMullin:

Taffy Waits by N.McMullin, illustrated by Ainsley Walters, published by One Day Hill 2014

Sweet Baby Magpie by N.McMullin, published by Colllingwood Football Club 2013 A & U Children APRIL 2016 Fabish 6 copy pack

Includes: 6 copies of Fabish plus a free display copy.

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A & U Children APRIL 2016 Zelda's Big Adventure Marie Alafaci, illustrated by Shane McGowan

A very funny story with an endearing and resourceful main character determined to live her dream of being the first chook in space

Sales points • For ages 2 to 5 • Funny variation on 'The Little Red Hen'. Zelda is preparing for her first space flight and asks for a little help from her friends • Themes include friends, space, responsibility

Description Zelda has big plans - she wants to be the first chook in space. She leaves nothing to chance and packs food, fuel and a cosy nesting box. But will she make it without the help of her friends?

Great fun to read aloud, this wonderfully illustrated story shows that for a plucky chook like Zelda, the sky is never the limit.

About the Author Marie Alafaci has worked as a corporate trainer, publishing consultant, book reviewer and as a writing teacher for TAFE. She has been a writer in residence at Rosanna Primary School, an events host at the Victorian Writers' Centre, runs a manuscript assessment business, reviews books for Magpies Magazine and currently works part time as the Victorian Development Officer for the ASA.

Shane McG is a Melbourne-based illustrator whose work appears in publications globally. He writes and illustrates his own picture books for children as well as illustrating for a wide range of authors. Price: $24.99 (NZ$27.99) ISBN: 9781925266382 Format: Hard Cover Dimensions: 275x225mm Extent: 24 pages

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Author now living: A & U Children APRIL 2016 Zelda's Big Adventure 6 copy pack

Includes 6 copies of Zelda's Big Adventure plus a free display copy.

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A & U Children APRIL 2016 Marge in Charge Isla Fisher

A hilarious, anarchic and charming junior fiction novel from A-list actress Isla Fisher.

Sales points • Ages 7-9 • A hilarious, anarchic and charming debut from A-list actress Isla Fisher • 3 hilarious stories in one book • Enchantingly illustrated throughout with energetic and lively depictions of the characters and chaos • Isla Fisher is a world-famous Hollywood actress, starring in Scooby Doo, The Great Gatsby, Confessions of a Shopaholic and Horton Hears a Who. She is married to Madagascar and Borat actor, Sacha Baron Cohen and they have three young children • This is Isla's first foray into fiction and will be promoting worldwide, including national Australian campaign

Description Jemima and Jake's new babysitter doesn't look too promising. In fact she looks very sensible, very old and VERY small (she only comes up to daddy's armpit!). But the moment their parents leave the house, Marge gives a mischievous wink, takes off her hat and reveals a marvellous mane of rainbow-coloured hair!

Marge really is a babysitter like no other and the children spend a wild evening with her - racing snails, slurping chocolate soup and mixing potions in the bath! But if Jake and Jemima want her to babysit again it's time for them to take charge of Marge, tidy up and settle her down for a little sleep.

About the Author Isla Fisher is a comedian and actor well-known for her film & TV roles (Wedding Crashers, Home & Away) who has a wealth of experience across script-writing, marketing and comedy. Isla has three young children and has written these fresh and funny family stories using her experience as a writer, comedian and mother.

Price: $14.99 (NZ$16.99) Eglantine Ceulemans spent her childhood reading Belgian comics. In 2007 she joined the Emile Cohl School of Art in ISBN: 9781848125339 Lyon, France, transforming her passion for illustration into a vocation. She loves working in an intuitive way, combining Format: Paperback - B format humor and sensitivity, and using different mediums and techniques. Eglantine currently resides in Lyon. Dimensions: 198x129mm Extent: 192 pages

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Piccadilly Books APRIL 2016 Marge in Charge 8 copy pack

Includes 8 copies of Marge in Charge plus a free reading copy

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Piccadilly Books APRIL 2016 A Message to the Sea Alex Shearer

There's no telling who might write back. A charming and beautifully written story about a young boy who puts a message in a bottle which changes his entire life.

Sales points • Ages 9-12 • Atmospheric, poetic writing that perfectly captures a child's voice and questions about life • A hopeful and ultimately uplifting story about a lonely boy whose father was lost at sea • Perfect for readers of Piers Torday

Description It's been a year since Tom Pellow's dad was lost at sea. He was a sailor and Tom also finds himself drawn to the vast ocean; it holds so many possibilities, dangers and secrets. After hearing a song on the radio, Tom decides to write a message in a bottle, and throw it out into the sea. To 'cast his bread upon the waters'. He doesn't really expect to hear back, but Tom keeps writing anyway, sending messages out on the tide and searching the waves for a reply. One day he finds one. It's a letter that seems to be from a ghost, deep down in Davy Jones's Locker - and the writer has a shocking answer to Tom's question.

But if Tom's dad didn't perish at sea, where is he?

A charming and beautifully written story about grief, hope and miracles.

About the Author Alex Shearer was born in Wick, in the far North of Scotland. He has written several TV series, stage plays, radio plays and comedy scripts. Moving into writing for children, his novels Bootleg and The Greatest Store in the World were adapted for television by the BBC, and his 2003 novel The Speed of the Dark was shortlisted for the Guardian Children's Fiction Prize. He has previously published The Cloud Hunters, Sky Run and The Ministry of Ghosts with Hot Key Books. Price: $14.99 (NZ$16.99) Alex lives in Somerset and is married with two grown-up children. ISBN: 9781471404825 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x129mm Extent: 224 pages

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Piccadilly Books APRIL 2016 The Jam Doughnut That Ruined My Life Mark Lowery, illustrated by Hannah Shaw

A jam-fuelled week of disaster is set in motion by a single doughnut. A hilarious new series about a young boy an his food-related disasters.

Sales points • Ages 9-12 • The second book in this hilarious series following Roman and his food-based calamities • After a single jam doughnut ruined his life, Roman now has to survive a residential visit on a chicken-nugget only diet • Mark's first two books - Socks are not Enough and Pants are Everything - were both shortlisted for the Roald Dahl Funny Prize

Description Roman Garstang is obsessed with food - particularly Squidgy Splodge raspberry-jam doughnuts - but he is about to learn that things are not always as sugar-coated as they might seem. Because of his Monday-morning jam doughnut, Roman's week takes a very sticky turn...

By Friday Roman has been banned from eating for 24hrs, narrowly avoided a faceful of warm toddler-wee, accidentally shoplifted, been given a lift in a getaway van, styled his teacher's guinea pig with a blue mohawk, started an OAP riot . . . and still barely managed to scoff a crumb - or lick - of a single doughnut.

Who knew jam could be so deadly?

About the Author Mark Lowery grew up in Preston but now lives near Cambridge with his young family. Some of the time he is a primary school teacher. In the olden days he used to spend his time doing lots of active stuff like running, hiking, snowboarding and swimming but now he prefers staying in and attempting to entertain his children. He plays the guitar badly and speaks appalling Italian but he knows a lot about biscuits. In his mind he is one of the great footballers of his generation, although Price: $14.99 (NZ$16.99) he is yet to demonstrate this on an actual football pitch. He has an MA in Writing for Children and his first two books - ISBN: 9781848124745 SOCKS ARE NOT ENOUGH and PANTS ARE EVERYTHING - were both shortlisted for the Roald Dahl Funny Prize. He Format: Paperback - B format is yet to find a cake that he doesn't like. Follow Mark on www.marklowery.co.uk or on Twitter: @hellomarklowery Dimensions: 198x129mm Extent: 224 pages

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Piccadilly Books APRIL 2016 The Chicken Nugget Ambush Mark Lowery

An outdoor adventure trip is one thing, but can Roman Garstang survive a chicken nugget-only diet? The second book in a hilarious series about a boy and his food- related disasters.

Sales points • Ages 9-12 • The second in this hilarious series following Roman and his food-based calamities • After a single jam doughnut ruined his life, Roman now has to survive a residential visit on a chicken-nugget only diet • Mark's first two books - Socks are not Enough and Pants are Everything - were both shortlisted for the Roald Dahl Funny Prize

Description Roman Garstang is all set for his class trip to Farm View outdoor survival centre. There are only three issues: 1. With Darren Gamble as his new 'BFF' how can Roman make friends with funny, cool girl Vanya? 2. Roman will be sharing a tent with Kevin (AKA 'The Pukelear Missile') for THREE DAYS 3. Mum has prescribed a strict chicken nugget-only diet (Seriously?!)

It's time to put his new survival skills to the test...

About the Author Mark Lowery grew up in Preston but now lives near Cambridge with his young family. Some of the time he is a primary school teacher. In the olden days he used to spend his time doing lots of active stuff like running, hiking, snowboarding and swimming but now he prefers staying in and attempting to entertain his children. He plays the guitar badly and speaks appalling Italian but he knows a lot about biscuits. In his mind he is one of the great footballers of his generation, although he is yet to demonstrate this on an actual football pitch. He has an MA in Writing for Children and his first two books - SOCKS ARE NOT ENOUGH and PANTS ARE EVERYTHING - were both shortlisted for the Roald Dahl Funny Prize. He is yet to find a cake that he doesn't like. Follow Mark on www.marklowery.co.uk or on Twitter: @hellomarklowery Price: $14.99 (NZ$16.99) ISBN: 9781848124844 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x129mm Extent: 224 pages

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Piccadilly Books APRIL 2016 Only We Know Simon Packham

What is the secret of Lauren's past? A moving and funny story that will have you reading to the very end.

Sales points • Ages 12-16 • A moving, funny, thought-provoking and totally absorbing book that will keep readers on tenterhooks to the end • Topical and relevant, exploring the experience of a transgender girl, Simon's latest will address issues close to the heart of many teens, particularly those in the LGBT community • 'Readers should be swept along by the pace and wit of the telling ... genuinely moving. To blend empathy and comedy in writing about an area that remains beyond the direct experience of most is something of a tour de force' - Books for Keeps • 'Superb ... Comic and sinister by turns, this story is so good it almost reads itself' - The Independent on Firewallers - Children's Book of the Year 2013 • 'Packham is hugely consistent. I'd pre-order his next novel right now without needing to know anything about it - I'm so confident that it'll be worth reading' - Bookbag • 'Very intelligent and moving' - The Independent on Silenced • Themes: idenity, friendship, romance

Description Lauren's family have moved house very suddenly, and she and her sister Tilda have to go to a new school. Lauren's determined to reinvent herself, but she's panic- stricken when she sees Harry, who she knew a few years ago. Luckily Harry doesn't recognise her, and she knows she has to make sure it stays like that.

Lauren, unlike Tilda, settles in well. She makes friends, is helping to organise the school fashion show, and has boys asking her out. But just as her life finally seems to be looking up she starts receiving macabre packages. When she gets a message: 'Isn't it time your new friends knew all about you?' she has to admit that someone knows her secret. But who - and what should she do?

Price: $16.99 (NZ$18.99) ISBN: 9781848124271 About the Author Format: Paperback - B format Simon Packham was a stand-up comedian and then an actor for twenty years (if you didn't blink you might have caught Dimensions: 198x129mm him on The Bill, or standing next to Dame Judi Dench in a mask) before becoming a writer. He has published four Extent: 240 pages

Main Category: Y Children's previous books with Piccadilly, including FIREWALLERS and SILENCED which was shortlisted for several awards Sub Category: YFB General Fiction including the Leeds Book Award. Follow him at www.simonpackham.com or on Twitter: @baldambitions Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living: Simon Packham was a stand-up comedian and then an actor for twenty years (if you didn't blink you might have caught him on The Bill, or standing next to Dame Judi Dench in a mask) before becoming a writer. He has published four previous books with Piccadilly, including Firewallers and Silenced which was Piccadilly Books APRIL 2016 Not Bad For A Bad Lad Michael Morpurgo, illustrated by Michael Foreman

A powerful and inspiring tale of redemption from the author of War Horse.

Sales points • Ages 7-9 • Prefaced with new, personal introduction by the author • 'Facts Behind the Story' section at the back, with facts, photos and background information about young criminals in prison, Hollesley Bay, Suffolk Punch horses and horses in the military • 'A classic collaboration and a tale of redemption' The Bookseller • A story that underpins the ideas behind Michael Morpurgo's charity FARMS FOR CITY CHILDREN

Description I know a good sort when I see one. That's why I've taken him on. That's why I took you on.

When a young lad strays into bad behaviour and thieving, he soon finds himself in Borstal prison for young men, lonely and without hope. But when Mr Alfie, who manages the stables, asks him to care for and tame a damaged horse, both are given a second chance.

Could this bad lad's skill with horses help him follow his dreams?

About the Author Michael Morpurgo is one of the UK's best-loved children's authors, an award-winning writer and former children's laureate best known for his novel War Horse. His many books have been adapted to both film and stage, to great success. In 1976 Michael and his wife founded the charity Farms For City Children which still runs in the UK today. Visit Michael at www. michaelmorpurgo.com.

Michael Foreman is one of the UK's pre-eminent children's illustrators. A Kate Greenaway Medal-shortlisted author he has illustrated many bestselling books for children, and is the author of War Boy and War Game. Michael is also the Price: $14.99 (NZ$16.99) ISBN: 9781848124714 illustrator for many of Michael Morpurgo's best-selling books. Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x129mm Extent: 128 pages

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Piccadilly Books APRIL 2016 How to Talk so Kids Will Listen and Listen so Kids Will Talk Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish

In this international bestseller, discover the number one practical guide to family life.

Sales points • How to Talk so Kids will Listen & Listen so Kids will Talk has now sold over 5 million copies • Faber and Mazlish are internationally acclaimed, award-winning experts on parent-child communication and were awarded Parenting Book of the Year on Mumsnet for How to Talk so Kids will Listen & Listen so Kids will Talk • New cover edition of the internationally bestselling series • Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish transformed parenting with their breakthrough, bestselling books Siblings Without Rivalry and How to Talk so Teens will Listen & Listen so Teens will Talk

Description Parenting experts Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish provide effective step by step techniques to help you improve and enrich your relationships with your children.

Learn how to: Break a pattern of arguments; Cope with your child's negative feelings; Engage your child's co-operation; Set clear limits and still maintain goodwill; Express your anger without being hurtful; Resolve family conflicts peacefully.

About the Author Internationally acclaimed experts on communication between adults and children, Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish have produced a body of work that has won the gratitude of parents and the enthusiastic praise of the professional community. Their first book, Liberated Parents/Liberated Children, was selected by the Book of the Month club and received the Christopher Award. Their subsequent books, How to Talk so Kids will Listen & Listen so Kids will Talk and Siblings Without Rivalry (#1 on The New York Times bestseller list) have sold over three million copies and have been translated into over thirty languages. Adele and Elaine both live on Long Island in the USA. Find them at www.fabermazlish.com

Price: $29.99 (NZ$32.99) ISBN: 9781848123090 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x129mm Extent: 368 pages

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Piccadilly Books APRIL 2016 How to Talk so Kids Can Learn at Home and in School Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish

From the widely-acclaimed How to Talk series, leading parenting experts show how to motivate kids to learn.

Sales points • The go-to book for parents with bickering children, sales have now topped 1,000,000 copies • New cover edition of this international bestseller • From the bestselling authors of the multi-million copy bestseller, How to Talk so Kids will Listen & Listen so Kids will Talk Faber and Mazlish are internationally acclaimed, award- winning experts on parent-child communication and were awarded Parenting Book of the Year on Mumsnet for How to Talk so Kids will Listen & Listen so Kids will Talk • "If you're a teacher or parent, you simply can't get along without this book" - The Washington Post

Description Using the unique communication strategies, down-to-earth dialogues, and cartoons that are the hallmark of their bestselling book, How to Talk so Kids will Listen, Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish demonstrate how to: Invite cooperation; Avoid the pitfalls of punishment; Effectively give praise and criticism; Engage creativity and commitment

The breakthrough book demonstrates how adults can join forces to inspire kids to be self-directed, self-disciplined, and responsive to the wonders of learning.

Price: $29.99 (NZ$32.99) ISBN: 9781853407048 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x129mm Extent: 272 pages

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Piccadilly Books APRIL 2016 How to Talk so Teens will Listen & Listen so Teens will Talk Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish

From the widely-acclaimed How to Talk series, discover the tools to combat the often stormy years of adolescence.

Sales points • The go-to-book for parents with teenage children, sales have now topped 1,000,000 copies • From the bestselling authors of the multi-million copy bestseller, How to Talk so Kids will Listen & Listen so Kids will Talk • Faber and Mazlish are internationally acclaimed, award-winning experts on parent-child communication and were awarded Parenting Book of the Year on Mumsnet for How to Talk so Kids will Listen & Listen so Kids will Talk • 'Just read this brilliant expose on the teenage psyche' - Lovereading

Description From the widely-acclaimed How to Talk series, discover the tools to combat the often stormy years of adolescence.

Packed with practical, accessible advice and guidelines, both parents and teens will learn how to: Engage cooperation; Take appropriate action; Avoid lectures; Express your feelings and understand each other; Work out solutions together.

Price: $29.99 (NZ$32.99) ISBN: 9781853408571 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x129mm Extent: 224 pages

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Piccadilly Books APRIL 2016 How To Talk: Siblings Without Rivalry Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish

From the widely-acclaimed How To Talk series, discover how to cope with - and deflect - sibling rivalry.

Sales points • The go-to book for parents with bickering children, sales have now topped 1,000,000 copies • From the bestselling authors of the multi-million copy bestseller, How to Talk so Kids will Listen & Listen so Kids will Talk • New cover edition of this international bestseller • Faber and Mazlish are internationally acclaimed, award-winning experts on parent-child communication and were awarded Parenting Book of the Year on Mumsnet for How to Talk so Kids will Listen & Listen so Kids will Talk • This practical guide was chosen by The Independent as one of their 10 best parenting books • 'Full of insights and techniques that can help restore harmony in warring households' - Time Out

Description From the widely acclaimed How to Talk series, discover how to cope with - and deflect - sibling rivalry

New cover edition of this international bestseller

Full of humour and compassion, Siblings Without Rivalry challenges the idea that constant conflict between siblings is natural and unavoidable.

With this book, you'll learn how to: Avoid comparisons and the perils of equality; Intervene helpfully and step away at the right time; Encourage good feeling between your children.

Price: $29.99 (NZ$32.99) Their first book, Liberated Parents/Liberated Children, was selected by the Book of the Month club and received the ISBN: 9781853406300 Christopher Award. Their subsequent books, How to Talk so Kids will Listen & Listen so Kids will Talk and Siblings Format: Paperback - B format Without Rivalry (#1 on The New York Times bestseller list) have sold over three million copies and have been translated Dimensions: 198x129mm into over thirty languages. Adele and Elaine both live on Long Island in the USA. Find them at www.fabermazlish.com Extent: 272 pages

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Piccadilly Books APRIL 2016 With Malice Eileen Cook

A chilling mystery where nothing is what it seems and everyone is a suspect...

Sales points • Ages 13-16 • A contemporary psychological thriller perfect for fans of WE WERE LIARS and GONE GIRL • Eileen Cook's work helping people with traumatic brain injuries lends a sense of authenticity to the novel • Themes: malice, truth, lies, friendship

Description When Jill wakes up in a hospital bed with her leg in a cast, the last six weeks of her life are a complete blank. All she has been told is that she was involved in a fatal accident while on a school trip in Italy and had to be jetted home to receive intensive care. Care that involves a lawyer. And a press team. Because maybe the accident... wasn't just an accident.

With no memory of what happened or what she did, can Jill prove her innocence? And can she really be sure that she isn't the one to blame?

About the Author Eileen Cook is a multi-published author with her novels appearing in eight different languages. Her books have been optioned for film and TV. She spent most of her teen years wishing she were someone else or somewhere else, which is great training for a writer. Eileen lives in Vancouver with her husband and one very naughty dog and no longer wishes to be anyone or anywhere else. Follow Eileen, her books, and the things that strike her as funny at www.eileencook.com or on Twitter: @Eileenwriter

Price: $16.99 (NZ$18.99) ISBN: 9781471405853 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x129mm Extent: 304 pages

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Hotkey APRIL 2016 With Malice 8 copy pack

Includes: 8 copies of With Malice plus a free reading copy.

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Hotkey APRIL 2016 London Belongs to Us Sarra Manning

One girl, 2 boys and a whole lot of hipsters in one crazy 12 hour adventure through the streets of London. Twelve hours, two boys, one girl . . . and a whole lot of hairspray.

Sales points • Ages 12-16 • A fresh teen romance following London-girl, Sunny as she hurtles around the capital on one, action-packed summer night • Contemporary and cool, the book is set all across hipster London • A classic teen coming-of-age tale that will be relatable to any girl going through an awkward teen stage, troubled by first love and boy/friend issues

Description Seventeen-year-old Sunny's always been a little bit of a pushover. But when she's sent a picture of her boyfriend kissing another girl, she knows she's got to act. What follows is a mad, twelve-hour dash around London - starting at 8pm in Crystal Palace (so far away from civilisation you can't even get the Tube there) then sweeping through Camden, Shoreditch, Soho, Kensington, Notting Hill... and ending up at 8am in Alexandra Palace.

Along the way Sunny meets a whole host of characters she never dreamed she'd have anything in common with - least of all the devilishly handsome (and somewhat vain) French 'twins' (they're really cousins) Jean Luc and Vic. But as this love- letter to London shows, a city is only a sum of its parts, and really it's the people living there who make up its life and soul. And, as Sunny discovers, everyone - from friends, apparent-enemies, famous bands and even rickshaw drivers - is willing to help a girl on a mission to get her romantic retribution.

A fast-paced, darkly funny love letter to London, boys with big hair and the joys of staying up all night.

About the Author Price: $16.99 (NZ$18.99) Sarra Manning has been an author and journalist for over twenty years. She has written for the Guardian, ELLE, Grazia, ISBN: 9781471404610 Stylist, Fabulous, Stella, You Magazine, and InStyle. She's currently the Books Editor of Red magazine. Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x129mm Extent: 272 pages Her first adult novel, Unsticky, was published in 2009, followed by three others including It Started With a Kiss and the

Main Category: Y Children's bestselling You Don't Have To Say You Love Me. Sarra has also written over fifteen Young Adult novels including Sub Category: YFB General Fiction Adorkable, Guitar Girl, Let's Get Lost, The Worst Girlfriend In The World and the iconic Diary Of A Crush trilogy. Sarra Illustrations: lives in London with her beloved Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Miss Betsy. You can follow her at www.sarramanning.co.uk or Previous Titles: Author now living: on Twitter: @sarramanning

Hotkey APRIL 2016 Mind Your Head Juno Dawson, illustrated by Gemma Correll and Dr. Olivia Hewitt

From the critically acclaimed author James Dawson, now writing as Juno Dawson, comes a book written specifically for teens about mental health and how to manage it.

Sales points • Ages 12-16 • Juno's non-fiction titles This Book is Gay and Being a Boy are well-supported by teachers and librarians, and Juno has appeared on ITV's This Morning and Newsnight • Written alongside mental health expert, clinical psychologist Dr Olivia Hewitt • Illustrations by super-awesome illustrator and author, Gemma Correll. She will promote across her social platforms, where she has nearly 200K followers

Description From the critically acclaimed author of This Book is Gay, James Dawson, now writing as Juno Dawson.

We all have a mind, so we all need to take care of our mental health as much as we need to take care of our physical health. And the first step is being able to talk about our mental health. Juno Dawson leads the way with this frank, factual and funny book, with added information and support from clinical psychologist Dr Olivia Hewitt. Covering topics from anxiety and depression to addiction, self-harm and personality disorders, Juno and Olivia talk clearly and supportively about a range of issues facing young people's mental health - whether fleeting or long-term - and how to manage them. With real-life stories from young people around the world and witty illustrations by Gemma Correll.

About the Author Queen of Teen 2014 Juno Dawson is the multi award-winning author of dark teen thrillers written under the name James Dawson. In 2015, she released her first contemporary romance, All of the Above. Her first non-fiction book, Being a Boy, tackled puberty, sex and relationships in a frank and funny fashion, and a follow-up for young LGBT people, This Book is Gay, came out in 2014. Juno is a regular contributor to Attitude Magazine, GT and the Guardian and has contributed to Price: $16.99 (NZ$18.99) news items concerning sexuality, identity, literature and education on BBC Women's Hour, Front Row, This Morning and ISBN: 9781471405310 Newsnight. Juno's titles have received rave reviews and her books have been translated into more than ten languages. In Format: Paperback - B format 2015, Juno announced her transition to become a woman, having previously lived as James Dawson. She writes full time Dimensions: 198x129mm Extent: 208 pages and lives in Brighton.

Main Category: Y Children's Sub Category: YN Children's & Ya General Non-fiction Dr Olivia Hewitt is a clinical psychologist who has worked in the NHS since 2003. Whilst at university in north Wales she Illustrations: met co-author Juno Dawson. She went on to train at the University of Oxford. Since then she has specialised in working Previous Titles: Author now living: with people with a learning disability as well as writing for academic journals and lecturing at the universities of Southampton and Oxford. Outside of work, Olivia can be found reading detective novels and helping out on the farm. She lives with her husband in Oxfordshire.

Hotkey APRIL 2016 Axel Scheffler's Flip Flap Pets Axel Scheffler

Little readers will adore flipping Axel Scheffler's animals again and again to see what crazy creatures they can create - and to find out what strange noises they make too!

Sales points • Ages: 2-6 • Cased spiral binding and very sturdy pages - a terrific gift package • Great follow-up to the popular 'Farm', 'Safari' and 'Jungle' • Creative, fun, imaginative • Classic concept, beautifully executed

Description What do you get if you cross a snake with a cat? It's a cake, of course! And how about a tortoise with a fish? Why, that's a tortish! With its sturdy, split pages and spiral binding, over 100 possible combinations, silly names and animal noises to make you giggle, this hilarious rhyming flip-flap book in a fun format is perfect for pre-schoolers. Little readers will adore flipping Axel Scheffler's animals again and again to see what crazy creatures they can create - and to find out what strange noises they make too! A very silly but absolutely engaging book that will charm the whole family.

About the Author Axel was born in Hamburg, Germany. At school he was good at art, but didn't think of a career in illustration until he won a cuddly purple cow in a drawing competition. He moved to England in 1982 to learn English and study illustration at the Bath Academy of Art and then set up home in London. Axel is best known for his partnership with Julia Donaldson, including A Squash and the Squeeze and The Gruffalo. Axel has illustrated a number of other highly successful books, including Muddle Farm, and his books have been translated into 42 languages. Axel lives in London with his partner and young daughter.

Price: $15.99 (NZ$17.99) ISBN: 9780857636805 Format: Hard Cover Dimensions: 185x235mm Extent: 28 pages

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Nosy Crow APRIL 2016 Sing Along With Me! Hey Diddle Diddle Yu-hsuan Huang

A fun series of bright, slider board books featuring perennially popular nursery rhymes bursts with energy and cheering illustrations.

Sales points • Ages 2-5 • An innovative new series of interactive board books for babies and toddlers based on perenially popular nursery rhymes • Includes a Stories Aloud QR code with both a vocal and instrumental version of the nursery rhyme • Chunky sliders bring the rhymes to life and are just the right size for babies and toddlers • Charming illustrations and adorable animal characters from Yu-hsuan Huang • An ideal introduction to music for little ones

Description Hey diddle diddle the cat and the fiddle! Each book comes with five slider mechanisms, and both an instrumental and vocal version of the nursery rhyme - simply scan the QR code on the first page for little ones to listen and sing along!

About the Author Yu-hsuan Huang, also known as Smallx2, is an illustrator and artist who lives with her family and two lovely cats. After graduating from National Taiwan Normal University with a BFA degree in art, Yu-hsuan started her career as an illustrator, working on editorials, picture books and commercial projects. She also has her own illustration brand named "Smohouse". Yu-hsuan's works are inspired by animals and her life experiences. Her soothing and warm-hearted artwork aims to comfort people, and bring happiness to everyone.

Price: $12.99 (NZ$14.99) ISBN: 9780857636799 Format: Board Book Dimensions: 200x200mm Extent: 12 pages

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Nosy Crow APRIL 2016 Sing Along With Me! Happy Birthday Yu-hsuan Huang

A fun series of bright, slider board books featuring perennially popular nursery rhymes bursts with energy and cheering illustrations.

Sales points • Ages 2-5 • An innovative new series of interactive board books for babies and toddlers based on perennially popular nursery rhymes • Includes a Stories Aloud QR code with both a vocal and instrumental version of the nursery rhyme • Chunky sliders bring the rhymes to life, and are just the right size for little hands • Charmingly illustrated by artist Yu-hsuan Huang • An ideal introduction to music for little ones

Description Happy birthday to you! Happy birthday to you! Each book comes with five slider mechanisms, and both an instrumental and vocal version of the nursery rhyme - simply scan the QR code on the first page for little ones to listen and sing along!

About the Author Yu-hsuan Huang, also known as Smallx2, is an illustrator and artist who lives with her family and two lovely cats. After graduating from National Taiwan Normal University with a BFA degree in art, Yu-hsuan started her career as an illustrator, working on editorials, picture books and commercial projects. She also has her own illustration brand named 'Smohouse'. Yu-hsuan's works are inspired by animals and her life experiences. Her soothing and warmhearted artwork aims to comfort people, and bring happiness to everyone.

Price: $12.99 (NZ$14.99) ISBN: 9780857637499 Format: Board Book Dimensions: 200x200mm Extent: 12 pages

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Nosy Crow APRIL 2016 Superhero Dad Timothy Knapman, illustrated by Joe Berger

A vibrant, humorous and warmhearted celebration of all the incredible things a dad can do. A soon-to-be- classic book about the specialness of dad (and their superhero sons!).

Sales points • Ages 1-4 • Stand-alone board book from Timothy Knapman celebrating superhero dads everywhere • Now available in a cute board book format! • Bold and colourful artwork from popular Joe Berger combined with a rollicking rhyming text make this a perfect sit- together- and-share story for all dads and their kids • The perfect gift for Father's day!

Description Dad might not have a superhero mask or wear his pants outside his trousers, but his super snores can be heard a thousand miles away, he tells super jokes and can even make superscary monsters go away at bedtime! Now available in board book format.

About the Author Timothy Knapman has written lots of picture books including Dinosaurs in the Supermarket, Mungo and the Spiders From Space (and its sequels), Eleanor's Eyebrows and Guess What I Found in Dragon Wood. He also writes fiction and non- fiction for children, and his books have been translated into fifteen languages. In his spare time, Tim writes plays and musicals, because on stage, as between the covers of a book, the real and the fantastical can collide, and that is where all great storytelling comes from.

Joe Berger, the illustrator of Hubble Bubble, Granny Trouble is a children's author, illustrator and cartoonist who also makes the occasional award- winning animated short film and title-sequence. He is co-creator of the Berger & Wyse food cartoon in the Guardian magazine each Saturday, and has illustrated numerous books, inside and out, for children and Price: $14.99 (NZ$16.99) grown- ups. Joe lives in Bristol with his wife, three daughters, two cats and a small dog. ISBN: 9780857637949 Format: Board Book Dimensions: 170x170mm Extent: 8 pages

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Nosy Crow APRIL 2016 Dinosaurs on the Go! Penny Dale

Penny Dale's bestselling Dinosaur board books in one brilliant box set!

Sales points • Ages 2-5 • This fantastic board book pack includes: Dinosaur Dig!, Dinosaur Zoom! and Dinosaur Rescue! • Each chunky board book is perfect for toddler hands with a repetitive, chant-along text • Dinosaurs, machines and daring deeds - what more could a dino- loving toddler want?

Description The perfect little library for dino-fans! Three of Penny Dale's Dinosaur board books now in an exclusive slipcase. The dinosaurs dig a big hole, race around really fast, and save other dinosaurs in danger - they're a busy lot!

About the Author Penny Dale is an internationally-known, best-selling children's book artist and author and has sold more than 5 million books, with editions in over 20 languages. Penny's muchloved picture book Ten in the Bed sold over 1 million copies worldwide. Her other prize-winning titles include: Bet You Can't and Once There Were Giants (chosen as one of the Guardian's Best Children's Books Ever) and Rosie's Babies (written by Martin Waddell), which won the Best Book WC for Babies award and was also shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal in 1990.

Price: $24.99 (NZ$27.99) ISBN: 9780857637789 Format: Dimensions: xmm Extent: pages

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Nosy Crow APRIL 2016 The Secret Rescuers: The Magic Fox Paula Harrison, illustrated by Sophy Williams

The fourth book in an exciting series for 7+ year olds, set in a world where amazing magical creatures. Filled with adventure, magic, secrets, friendship and animals in peril, this is the perfect book for junior readers.

Sales points • For ages 7-9 • Book 4 in the fun new series • Great series girl-friendly themes: secrets, baby animals in peril, adventure and magic • Fantasy world filled with fantasy creatures illustrated by Sophy Williams: dragons, unicorns, storm wolves and firebirds • Stylishly told - a good quality series fiction • Sales of The Rescue Princesses have topped a million world wide

Description In a magical kingdom far, far away it's up to a small group of secret rescuers to keep magical creatures safe from the grasp of the evil Sir Fitzroy and to keep passing on the secret challenge to new girls - keeping the adventures going! Book 4 in an exciting new series combining magic, adventure and gorgeous baby animals.

About the Author Paula Harrison is the author of The Storm Dragon and The Rescue Princesses. She wanted to be a writer from a young age but spent many happy years being a primary school teacher first. She finds inspiration in lots of things from cloud shapes to snippets of conversation. She loves sandy beaches and eating popcorn. She lives with her husband and children in Buckinghamshire, which is nowhere near the sea.

Sophy Williams is an award-winning illustrator with twenty-five years experience illustrating children's books. While still studying, she twice won prizes in the Readers Digest Young Illustrator's competition and was runner up for the Mother Goose Award for her first picture book. She spent some of her childhood in exotic locations such as Singapore, Hong Kong and the Middle East and often finds her illustrations being influenced by these places. Her pictures are filled with Price: $9.99 (NZ$12.99) atmosphere and drama created with soft pastels. She now lives by the Kennet and Avon canal in Bradford on Avon with ISBN: 9780857636102 her husband, author/illustrator MP Robertson, their two lanky teenage sons and a mischievous grey cat called Hamish. Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x128mm Extent: 112 pages

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Nosy Crow APRIL 2016 Secret Rescuers 10 copy pack

Includes: 4 copies of The Magic Fox plus 2 copies each of Baby Firebird, Sky Unicorn and The Storm Dragon.

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Nosy Crow APRIL 2016 Crimson Poison Susan Saville, illustrated by Craig Drake

A thrilling action and adventure series set in futuristic Hong Kong with an awesome female hero.

Sales points • Ages 9-12 • Fills gap in the market for exciting, action-packed adventure stories for 9+ with female hero • Futuristic Hong Kong setting feels fresh and original, and full of high-tech gadgetry and fun • Author worked at Skywalker Ranch; her writing is cinematic and fast-paced

Description Nat Walker is the orphan heiress to her parents' games empire. While the mystery behind their deaths remains unsolved, Nat must fend off the unwelcome and avaricious attentions of her aunt, who is keen to 'adopt' her and her millions. When her guardian, Jamuka, is called back to Mongolia by a clan emergency, Nat discovers vital information about the poison that is killing his people. She decides to follow him, and in doing so, becomes drawn into the deadly game of revenge, corruption and world domination that is playing out against the snowy white Steppes.

About the Author After many years spent living in California working at Lucasfilm, Susan has returned to the green and pleasant lands of England. She now lives with her husband and daughter near the Devil's Punch Bowl in Surrey where she loves to walk her two, small, but really fast chippets. On rainy mornings when a damp mist descends on the landscape, and Susan is lost once again, she can easily imagine how Conan-Doyle was inspired to write Hound of the Baskervilles. As well as the world of the past she is fascinated by the potential of the near-future and its use of technology. She recently received an MA with distinction in Creative Writing from Kingston University.

Price: $14.99 (NZ$16.99) ISBN: 9780857634498 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x128mm Extent: 224 pages

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Nosy Crow APRIL 2016 Sweet Pizza Giancarlo Gemin

A warm, funny story about a young boy who brings a community together by saving the local cafe, and saves his family at the same time.

Sales points • Ages 9-12 • Fantastic new drama from the writer of Cowgirl (winner of the 2015 Tir na n-Og Award, shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Award and the Branford Boase award) • Quality fiction full of heart, history and drama • Strong characters and big-hearted social realism

Description Joe's family run the local cafe in Bryn Mawr. It's seen better days and Joe's mam wants to sell it. But it was started before the war by Joe's Italian great-great grandfather, and he can't bear to see it shut. He vows to save the family business, and find out more about his past at the same time. This is a great story that at its heart is about immigration. The Welsh people took Joe's Italian family to their hearts and protected them during the war. As Joe looks down the depressing High Street, he's determined to bring this diverse town together through good food and fine times!

About the Author G. R. Gemin, whose first name is Giancarlo, was born in Cardiff, South Wales, of Italian parentage. He spends much of his non-writing time listening to a variety of music, from Jimmy Smith to Giuseppe Verdi, with whom he is particularly obsessed. He speaks enough Italian to order ice cream, cake, or both.

Price: $14.99 (NZ$16.99) ISBN: 9780857636300 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x129mm Extent: 256 pages

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Nosy Crow APRIL 2016 Dinosaur Rocket Penny Dale

Everyone's favourite machine-loving dinosaurs are back! No longer content with building, or zooming, or even rescuing, the dinosaurs now have their sights set on something much, much bigger. The MOON!

Sales points • Ages: 2 to 6 • Follows on from the success of Dinosaur Dig, Dinosaur Zoom, and Dinosaur Rescue- this time combining dinosaurs with another favourite thing for little boys (and girls) - space! • Gorgeous end papers list out all the featured dinosaurs • Includes free audio reading featuring music and children's voices - accessible anywhere or anytime you're connected to the internet by scanning a QR code with a smartphone or tablet • Toddlers will spend hours looking at the bright, highly detailed illustrations: the scales, bumps and claws on the dinosaurs

Description Join our fearsome friends as they prepare for their cosmic journey: is the rocket all ready? Will the launch go smoothly? Can they make it to the moon - and back again? Another fast and furious adventure for anyone who likes dinosaurs and vehicles! A follow up to the hugely successful Dinosaur Dig, Dinosaur Zoom and Dinosaur Rescue. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.

About the Author Penny Dale is an internationally-known, best-selling children's book artist and author and has sold more than 4 million books, with editions in over 20 languages. Her much-loved picture book Ten in the Bed sold over 1 million copies worldwide. Her other titles have also met with great success and include Wake Up My B!, which was commended for the Kate Greenaway Medal 1988 and Rosie's Babies (written by Martin Waddell), which won the Best Book for Babies award and was also shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal in 1990.

Price: $14.99 (NZ$16.99) ISBN: 9780857633828 Format: Paperback Dimensions: 290x230mm Extent: 32 pages

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Nosy Crow APRIL 2016 The Doughnut of Doom Elys Dolan

There's a Doughnut of Doom on the loose and it's feeling hungry!

Sales points • Ages 3-6 • King Kong meets Superman meets Ghostbusters in this hilarious, sugary tale from Elys Dolan • Taking inspiration from 1950's B-movies, there are pages to pore over, illustrations packed with comic detail and crossover humour to appeal to child and adult alike • Elys Dolan's exceptional and hilarious debut, Weasels, has sold 25k to date and is an in-house favourite!

Description It's another ordinary day in Food Town and Alison McNutty, peanut butter sandwich and rookie reporter, desperately needs a big break. So, when news comes in of a monster doughnut on the rampage, she's straight on the case - she knew there was something dodgy about the superfoods down at Lemon Labs! And boy, is that doughnut hungry! It's EATING everything in sight and not even the police, the fire chiefs OR the military can bring it down. Whatever will President Bacon do? But when Alison discovers that the doughnut actually has a nut allergy, a plan begins to form. All they need is a plucky hero who will sacrifice themselves for the good of all food kind...!

About the Author Elys grew up in a part of Sussex that consists almost entirely of trees and cows and she was named after a department store in Wimbledon. She's never let either of these things hold her back and Elys recently graduated with distinction from the MA in Children's Book Illustration at the Cambridge School of Art. Elys has been awarded second place in the Macmillan Prize and was also shortlisted for the Waterstone's 'Picture This' prize. Elys works predominately with ink, newfangled digital witchcraft and coloured pencils of which she is the proud owner of 178 but can never seem to find a sharpener. Based in Cambridge, when Elys is not drawing she grows cacti, collects pocket watches and spends altogether too much time in the company of other illustrators.

Price: $24.99 (NZ$27.99) ISBN: 9780857637352 Format: Hard Cover Dimensions: 294x294mm Extent: 32 pages

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Nosy Crow APRIL 2016 Franklin Frog Emma Tranter, illustrated by Barry Tranter

A brand new series of narrative non-fiction that tells the real-life stories of well-known animals.

Sales points • Ages 3-6 • A strong, clear narrative takes children on an engaging journey through a frog's life,explaining how it eats, grows, defends itself and reproduces • New paperback edition • Graphic illustrations and friendly characters are all made from circles and parts of circles to reflect the circle-of-life theme • Fascinating facts explained in easy-to-understand language - and all checked by a nature specialist at the Oxford University Museum of Natural History

Description Franklin Frog takes readers on a journey through the life of a frog; explaining all the details of how it lives. With a clear narrative, friendly characters, fascinating facts and graphic illustrations, these are a fun and informative introductions to animal life cycles.

About the Author Barry and Emma Tranter are the creators of the Rounds books and apps - Barry creates the artwork, and Emma is responsible for the texts. Barry has worked at some of the UK's top design agencies and is passionate about the power design and ideas have to change things for the better. Emma works for an international design agency and specialises in helping to develop effective brands and communication for multinational clients. Barry and Emma are firm believers in education through play and their original vision for Rounds was to forge a new genre of children's literature that would bridge the gap between fact and fiction.

Price: $14.99 (NZ$16.99) ISBN: 9780857635587 Format: Paperback Dimensions: 264x234mm Extent: 32 pages

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Nosy Crow APRIL 2016 Cora Caterpillar Emma Tranter, illustrated by Barry Tranter

A brand new series of narrative non-fiction that tells the real-life stories of well-known animals.

Sales points • Ages 3-6 • A strong, clear narrative takes children on an engaging journey through a frog's life,explaining how it eats, grows, defends itself and reproduces • Graphic illustrations and friendly characters are all made from circles and parts of circles to reflect the circle-of-life theme • New paperback edition • Fascinating facts explained in easy-to-understand language - and all checked by a nature specialist at the Oxford University Museum of Natural History

Description Cora Caterpillar takes readers on a journey through the life of a monarch caterpillar, explaining all the details of how it lives. With a clear narrative, friendly characters, fascinating facts and graphic illustrations, this is a fun and informative introduction to animal life cycles.

Price: $14.99 (NZ$16.99) ISBN: 9780857635600 Format: Paperback Dimensions: 264x234mm Extent: 32 pages

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Nosy Crow APRIL 2016 Sprinkle of Glitter 2017 Diary Louise Pentland

Louise Pentland, YouTube sensation, Sprinkle of Glitter, has designed a gorgeous diary for 2017! With make- up tips, recipes, crafts, motivational messages and more, this diary will appeal to anyone looking for a year of fun.

Sales points • Louise's 2016 diary sold over 75,000 worldwide • Louise is a YouTube sensation, with 2.5 million subscribers (and growing at a rate of around 100K a week) and 4.1 million views a month • Hugely popular and active on social media, Louise has 1.6million followers on twitter, 2.2million followers on instagram and 1.1million Facebook likes! • Louise will be using her diary, and there are hashtags throughout that will make sure her fans can stay in touch all year round • Includes Australian dates including public holidays and Mother/Fathers Day • Fellow YouTubers have sold well in Australia including Alfie Days (The Pointless Book - 24,000 on bookscan) and Zoe Zugg (Girl Online - 34,000 on bookscan). Alfie and Zoe both feature in Louise's videos and vice-versa • Extensive international media and marketing campaign

Description Aloha Sprinklerinos, and welcome to my Sprinkle of Glitter 2017 Diary! Remember: this isn't a normal diary; it's MUCH more than that. Yes, it has plenty of space for you to plan your parties, your picnics and your holidays, but it is also filled with makes, motivations, and lots of tips for having the best year ever! From planning a girly sleepover to making your own advent calendar and advice on refreshing your wardrobe, I have it covered. Come on in and let me help you have the best year of your life! Toodlepip!xx

Each week-to-view is accompanied by a page from Louise so that there are 52 suggestions of how to get creative, be inspired, stay beautiful, follow the hashtags and have a year of fun and sparkles! Price: $19.99 (NZ$22.99) ISBN: 9780571330430 About the Author Format: Hard Cover YouTube vlogging sensation and self-confessed Pinterest addict Louise (Sprinkle of Glitter) is right at the heart of the Dimensions: 218x157mm Extent: 128 pages vlogger community. She is best friends with YouTube superstar Zoella and Louise's YouTube videos get 2.6 million views Main Category: Y Children's per month. She is active across all social media channels and her followers grow day by day. Best known for her honest Sub Category: YN Children's & Ya General Non-fiction advice and up-beat attitude, Louise's channel is full of beauty recommendations, DIY ideas, shopping hauls and 'life Illustrations: Previous Titles: chats'. She is constantly engaged with her fans. Author now living:

Faber Child Trade APRIL 2016 Daddy's Sandwich Pip Jones, illustrated by Laura Hughes

One little girl sets out to make her father the perfect sandwich in this funny and charming picture book from Squishy McFluff author Pip Jones, now available in paperback.

Sales points • Ages: 3-6 • The first picture book from the author of the successful Squishy McFluff series • Now available in paperback • Ideal gift for Father's Day for daddies everywhere • A great picture book for pre-schoolers • Delightful illustrations from a hugely talented new artist, Laura Hughes

Description Daddy, would you like a sandwich, with all your favourite things? Join one little girl on her quest to make her father the perfect sandwich, whether he likes it or not You're in for a wicked surprise! From Squishy McFluff author Pip Jones and bright new talent Laura Hughes, this is a brilliantly funny and charming picture book perfect for ages 3+ and for Fathers' Day gifts.

About the Author Pip Jones lives in East London with her partner, her two daughters and a real invisible cat (it doesn't catch mice, but it doesn't need a litter tray either, so there are pros and cons). She writes a lot. She even owns a writing cloak! And she spends days on end working out how to get good rhymes, such as 'snuffle' and 'kerfuffle', into stories. Pip won the inaugural Greenhouse Funny Prize in 2012 with Squishy McFluff, The Invisible Cat, her first book.

Price: $14.99 (NZ$16.99) ISBN: 9780571311835 Format: Paperback Dimensions: 252x252mm Extent: 32 pages

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Faber Children Pb APRIL 2016 Squishy McFluff: Seaside Rescue! Pip Jones, illustrated by Ella Okstad

In the latest in this charming series of rhyming tales for ages 4+ Ava and her invisible cat enjoy a day of mayhem and fun at the seaside.

Sales points • Ages 4-7 • The most commercial yet in the series • The perfect beach-set summer read for young Squishy fans • Lots of new activity on Squishymcfluff.com • A delightful series for girls and boys aged 4+, perfect for those taking their first steps on from picture books

Description Ava danced round her room, shouting: Hip hip hooray! It's holiday time! And we're going today!

Ava is excited to be going on holiday to the seaside. But with Squishy McFluff, the mischievous invisible cat coming along things are bound to get very, very silly...

Price: $12.99 (NZ$14.99) ISBN: 9780571320684 Format: Paperback Dimensions: 180x139mm Extent: 80 pages

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Faber Children Pb APRIL 2016 Squishy McFluff 10 copy mixed pack

Includes: 5 copies of Seaside Rescue plus 1 copy each of The Invisible Cat, Supermarket Sweep and Meets Mad Nana Dot.

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Faber Children Pb APRIL 2016 Archie Greene and the Alchemist's Curse D. D. Everest

The thrilling second installment in a phenomenal magical trilogy by an astonishing new author.

Sales points • Ages: 9-12 • Enter a the marvelous, magical world of Archie Greene in this thrilling second instalment • Potter-esque fantasy at the younger end - adventure firmly rooted in friendship and with very believable magic and an alternate world close to our own • Illustrations throughout make this a special 'object' • Archie Greene and the Magician's Instruction was shortlisted for the National Book Award

Description Archie's cousin, Thistle, is about to start his apprenticeship at the Museum of Magical Miscellany. But when it comes to his initiation, the firemark that burns into Thistle's hand is a strange one, and Archie and Bramble are given it too.

The Golden Circle is the mark of an ancient alchemist's club and when Archie and his cousins learn about a curse that threatens their beloved museum, they have no choice but to start their own alchemist's club, and face the darkest kind of magic.

Welcome to a wonderful, magical world where bookshelves are enchanted, librarians are sorcerers and spells come to life.

About the Author Des Dearlove is a successful business journalist and author who has written a number of adult non-fiction books. Archie Greene and the Magician's Secret is his first book for children. Des lives with his family in a rambling Victorian house on the Ashdown Forest.

Price: $14.99 (NZ$16.99) ISBN: 9780571307418 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x129mm Extent: 240 pages

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Faber Children Pb APRIL 2016 The Jungle Book Rudyard Kipling

A new edition of this classic story of adventure and imagination.

Sales points • Ages 9-12 • First-class classics publishing, old favourites that have stood the test of time • Classic, traditional writing • The perfect new title for the Faber Children's Classics range

Description Mowgli, the wolf-child, is famous around the world, read Kipling's original story and meet beloved characters such as Baloo the bear, Bagheera the panther and Shere Khan the tiger. Follow Mowgli as he tries to discover where he belongs. Plus, become immersed in Kipling's other jungle stories; meet Rikki-Tikki-Tavi, the heroic mongoose and Toomai, the elephant handler.

About the Author Joseph Rudyard Kipling was an English short-story writer, poet, and novelist born in India in 1865. He received the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1907 and is considered one of the great English writers. His children's stories, including The Jungle Book, Kim and Just So Stories, enchanted and continue to entertain children around the world.

Price: $12.99 (NZ$14.99) ISBN: 9780571331093 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 180x135mm Extent: 272 pages

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Faber Children Pb APRIL 2016 A Little Princess Frances Hodgson Burnett

A new edition of this classic story of adventure and imagination.

Description When Sara Crewe is first sent to Miss Minchin's boarding school, she is treated like a princess but then her father dies and leaves her orphaned and penniless. She becomes a servant at the school fighting against the scorn of her once equals. Her generous nature and fantastical stories make her many friends but it is not until a new neighbour moves in next door that she has a chance for real happiness. A beautiful classic that has captured the hearts of generations.

About the Author Frances Hodgson Burnett was born in Manchester in 1849 but moved to Tennessee in 1865 when her family fell on hard times. There she began writing stories to earn money and soon became a successful novelist, playwright and children's author of such well-loved works as Little Lord Fauntleroy, A Little Princess and The Secret Garden all of which have been adapted into successful films.

Price: $14.99 (NZ$16.99) ISBN: 9780571331116 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 180x135mm Extent: 352 pages

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Faber Children Pb APRIL 2016 The Railway Children E. Nesbit

A new edition of this classic story of adventure and imagination.

Description When Roberta, Peter and Phyllis's father is taken away and they move to a tiny cottage in the countryside, the only advantage is the nearby railway. Join them on their adventures as they befriend all those who work with the trains, prevent a railway disaster and try to discover the truth behind their father's disappearance.The Railway Children, a much- loved children's classic, was first published in 1906 and has never been out of print.

About the Author Edith Nesbit (15 August 1858 - 4 May 1924) was an English author and poet. She is remembered for her children's stories but she also wrote poems, plays, and novels. She is famous for inspiring much of the children's adventure story genre. She was also a political activist and co-founded the Fabian Society, a socialist organisation later connected to the Labour Party. She wrote or collaborated on over sixty books of fiction for children, several of which have been adapted for film and television, including The Railway Children and Five Children and It and its sequels in the Psammead trilogy.

Price: $14.99 (NZ$16.99) ISBN: 9780571331130 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 180x135mm Extent: 336 pages

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Faber Children Pb APRIL 2016 SandRider: A TodHunter Moon Adventure Angie Sage

Return to the world of TodHunter Moon for her next adventure! The second book in the new blockbuster fantasy series from number one bestselling author Angie Sage

Sales points • Bestselling author Angie Sage's latest series for 9-11-year-olds since Septimus Heap burst onto the scene, with a fantastic new heroine • Perfect for readers of Chris de Lacey, Christopher Paolini and Terry Pratchett and all fantasy fans! • We've sold over 600,000 copies of our editions of Septimus Heap, and Magyk was a #1 bestseller for us; the series has sold 3.5 million copies worldwide and has sold into 33 languages

Description Return to the world of TodHunter Moon for her next adventure! The second book in the new blockbuster series from number one bestselling author Angie Sage.

Alice TodHunter Moon - known as Tod - couldn't be happier in her new life as Apprentice at the fabled Wizard Tower. Although she misses her best friends, Ferdie and Oskar, she has never been surrounded by so much Magyk.

And yet the threat from the evil sorcerer, Oraton-Marr, remains. In a race against time, Tod must find the last ever Orm Egg before it hatches, for whomsoever the baby Orm Imprints on at birth will gain unlimited power. But with witches thwarting her every move, she will need all her wits and skills about her. Will she reach the Orm Egg in time?

A thrilling ride of an adventure, Angie Sage's new book combines wondrous storytelling, breathtaking action and a heroine like no other.

About the Author Angie Sage began her career illustrating books, and then started writing. She is the author of Araminta Spook and the Price: $14.99 (NZ$16.99) masterful Septimus Heap. She lives in a fifteenth-century house in Somerset and has two grown-up daughters. ISBN: 9781408865200 Format: Paperback www.facebook.com/SeptimusHeapUK Dimensions: 198x129mm Extent: 320 pages http://www.angiesage.com/

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Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 Pathfinder: A TodHunter Moon Adventure Angie Sage

The brand new blockbuster series from number one bestselling author Angie Sage. Fantastic storytelling will transport you to breathless action and adventure, with one amazing heroine

Sales points • Ages 8-12 • The first book in the TodHunter Moon series, relisted along side the new paperback edition od SandRider! • Angie's first series for 9-11 year-olds since Septimus Heap burst onto the scene • For readers of Chris de Lacey, Christopher Paolini and Terry Pratchett • Book one of three, publishing one a year • We've sold over 600,000 copies of our editions of Septimus Heap, and Magyk was a #1 bestseller for us; the series has sold 3.5 million copies worldwide and has sold into 33 languages

Description Tod has grown up a PathFinder, one of an ancient seafaring tribe. Her mother, who died when Tod was young, had a very different history. She was from a mysterious magykal desert-dwelling family. When Tod's father disappears she is not only alone, but soon finds herself swept into the path of an evil sorcerer. Now Tod must choose which of her pasts will help her to survive: PathFinder or Magician. Magyk will allow her to fight like with like, but her PathFinder heritage gives Tod something special - the edge.

Angie Sage's new book combines breathtaking action with fabulous plotting. The characters are instantly engaging, the tension is relentless and Angie's superlative storytelling weaves the threads seamlessly together for an utterly satisfying read.

About the Author Angie Sage began her career illustrating books, and then started writing. She is the author of Araminta Spook and the masterful Septimus Heap. She lives in a fifteenth-century house in Somerset and has two grown-up daughters. Price: $15.99 (NZ$17.99) ISBN: 9781408858172 www.facebook.com/SeptimusHeapUK Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x129mm Extent: 340 pages http://www.angiesage.com/ Main Category: YFB Sub Category: YFH Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living:

Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 Concentr8 William Sutcliffe

A powerful multi-character drama set in a very recognisable near-future London - where a drug called Concentr8 is prescribed to teens to keep society safe. Perfect for readers of Malorie Blackman or Patrick Ness

Sales points • Ages 12+ • Searingly powerful, political and controversial new YA novel from Are You Experienced author William Sutcliffe William Sutcliffe's first YA novel The Wall was shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal Are You Experienced? sold over 100,000 copies in paperback (Bookscan figures)

Description In a future London, Concentr8 is a prescription drug intended to help kids with ADD. Soon every troubled teen is on it. It makes sense, doesn't it? Keep the undesirable elements in line. Keep people like us safe from people like them. What's good for society is good for everyone.

Troy, Femi, Lee, Karen and Blaze have been taking Concentr8 as long as they can remember. They're not exactly a gang, but Blaze is their leader, and Troy has always been his quiet, watchful sidekick - the only one Blaze really trusts. They're not looking for trouble, but one hot summer day, when riots break out across the city, they find it.

What makes five kids pick a man seemingly at random - a nobody, he works in the housing department, doesn't even have a good phone - hold a knife to his side, take him to a warehouse and chain him to a radiator? They've got a hostage, but don't really know what they want, or why they've done it. And across the course of five tense days, with a journalist, a floppy-haired mayor, a police negotiator, and the sinister face of the pharmaceutical industry, they - and we - begin to understand why

This is a book about what how we label children. It's about how kids get lost and failed by the system. It's about how politicians manipulate them. Gripping and controversial reading for fans of Malorie Blackman and Patrick Ness. Price: $17.99 (NZ$18.99) ISBN: 9781408866245 About the Author Format: Paperback William Sutcliffe was born in London in 1971. He is the author of the international bestseller Are You Experienced?; The Dimensions: 216x135mm Extent: 324 pages Love Hexagon; New Boy; Bad Influence, Whatever Makes You Happy and, most recently, The Wall. His work has been Main Category: translated into more than twenty languages. He lives in Edinburgh. Sub Category: Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living:

Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 Concentr8 8 copy pack

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Bloomsbury APRIL 2016 Elsewhere: 10 Year Edition Gabrielle Zevin

Celebrating the 10 Year Anniversary of Elsewhere, a novel of hope, love and redemption told in brilliant and unusual style by a remarkably talented novelist.

Sales points • Ages 11 - 16+ • As original in style and execution as CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME, this LOVELY BONES (but not nearly as sad or serious) for children will captivate and enthral all who read it.

Description How do you describe ELSEWHERE? A novel so astoundingly original and carefully crafted that its complexities become common place and the common place resounds with poetry?

In this delightful novel death is a begining, a new start. Liz is killed in a hit a run accident and her 'life' takes a very unexpected turn. At nearly sixteen she knows she will never get married, never have children, and perhaps never fall in love. But in Elsewhere all things carry on almost as they did on earth except that the inhabitants get younger, dogs and humans can communicate (at last) new relationships are formed and old ones sadly interrupted on earth are renewed.

Full of the most ingenious detail and woven around the most touching and charming relationships this is a novel of hope, of redemption and re-birth. It is a novel that tells of sadness with heart-breaking honesty and of love and happiness with uplifting brilliance.

About the Author Gabrielle Zevin is a first time novelist of extra-ordinary talent. She lives in Manhattan where she also writes screen-plays.

Price: $16.99 (NZ$17.99) ISBN: 9781408880104 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x129mm Extent: 288 pages

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Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 The Devil You Know Trish Doller

A road trip fling turns sinister in this powerful new psychological thriller from Trish Doller.

Sales points • Ages 12+ • Was awarded the distinction of being on the VOYA Perfect Tens 2015 list (USA). www.voyamagazine.com • A road trip turns sinister in this psychological thriller perfect for fans of Lauren Oliver and Sara Zarr: Readers will be sucked into the story as Arcadia's adventure quickly turns dangerous and deadly . . . and will agonize over which of the cousins Arcadia can trust! Not your regular YA romance: When the romance turns creepy, the story promises to be awesome. • A dark, edgy take on the romance genre that readers will devour from the first line to the end. Irresistible YA voice: Trish has a very easy writing style that readers are loving. Her writing feels like Sara Zarr with a dash of Carl Hiassen's dark and fascinating South Florida thrown in. • Author is an active self-promoter: Trish is extremely pro-active with getting the word out to bloggers, setting up local appearances and garnering support from other authors. A celebrated writer on the rise: Trish's debut, Something Like Normal, has received an incredible barrage of blog praise and amazing awards, including: Nominated for NPR's Best Teen Books of All Time, an ALA Quick Picks List, and chosen for the ALA BFYA list. Her second book, Where the Stars Still Shine, was a Winter 2013-2014 Kids' Indie Next List pick and has received strong trade reviews.

Description From critically-acclaimed author Trish Doller comes a powerful new psychological page-turner perfect for fans of Lauren Oliver and Sara Zarr.

Eighteen-year-old Arcadia wants adventure. Living in a tiny Florida town with her dad and four-year-old brother, Cadie spends most of her time working, going to school, and taking care of her family. So when she meets two handsome cousins at a campfire party, she finally has a chance for fun. They invite her and friend to join them on a road trip, and it's just the risk she's been craving-the opportunity to escape. But what starts out as a fun, sexy journey quickly becomes

Price: $15.99 (NZ$16.99) dangerous when she discovers that one of them is not at all who he claims to be. One of them has deadly intentions. ISBN: 9781681190228 Format: Paperback A road trip turns terrifying in this contemporary story that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Dimensions: 210x140mm Extent: 256 pages

Main Category: Y Children's About the Author Sub Category: YFB General Fiction Trish Doller is the author of Something Like Normal and Where the Stars Still Shine. She's a former newspaper reporter Illustrations: and radio personality who now works as a bookseller at the Ft Myers B&N. She lives in Fort Myers, Florida, with her two Previous Titles: Author now living: mostly grown children, two dogs, and a pirate. (For real.) www.trishdoller.com @TrishDoller

Bloomsbury Children'S USA APRIL 2016 The Doublecross: (And Other Skills I Learned as a Superspy) Jackson Pearce

Part Spy Kids and all fun, The Doublecross is the first in a fresh middle grade action-adventure series with a healthy dose of humor.

Sales points • Ages 9+ • A fun blend of laugh-out-loud humor and action: Hale's voice brings this fresh middle grade Spy Kids inspired adventure series to life. Author with a platform: Jackson Pearce is well-known in the YA community for hosting fun video blogs and live chats. With 8,000 Twitter followers and over 13,000 YouTube subscribers, she's proven herself as a smart self-promoter. She's also well-connected to big name authors like Maggie Stiefvater, Margaret Stohl, and Kami Garcia. • Kid spies are popular: Lots of middle grade books about spies (The Mysterious Benedict Society<, Spy School,Alex Rider) are selling, and the Spy Kids movie franchise is an international success, with the most recent movie releasing in 2011. • Relatable protagonist: Though Hale is thrown into an exciting spy adventure, he's still a regular kid that young readers will relate to. Paperback will tease the next superspy adventure: The Inside Job, also available on this list.

Description Everyone in twelve-year-old Hale's family is a spy going way back. They've all worked for the Sub Rosa Society, an elite organization that's so top secret that new agents aren't recruited; they're born. His parents may be the ultimate spy team at SRS, but Hale isn't your typical stealthy spy-he is, as his mother puts it, big-boned, and as some of his classmates put it, fat. Still, he's convinced he will someday be a great field agent. After all, it's his legacy.

But when both his mother and father disappear while on a secret mission-likely captured by the SRS's number one enemy-it's Hale's time to step up and (with a little help from his acrobat-cheerleader little sister) save the day.

With a hilarious and charismatic cast of characters, popular teen author Jackson Pearce dives into the middle-grade Price: $14.99 (NZ$15.99) arena. ISBN: 9781619639393 Format: Paperback About the Author Dimensions: 210x140mm Extent: 304 pages Jackson Pearce lives in Atlanta, Georgia, where she graduated from the University of Georgia with a degree in English Main Category: and a minor in Philosophy. She began writing when she got angry that the school librarian couldn't tell her of a book that Sub Category: contained a smart girl, horses, baby animals, and magic. Her solution was to write the book herself when she was twelve. Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living: Jackson is the author of a series of teen retold fairy-tales, including Sisters Red, Sweetly, Fathomless, and Cold Spell, as well as two stand-alones, As You Wish and Purity. As J. Nelle Patrick, she is the author of Tsarina. The Doublecross is her debut middle-grade. www.jacksonpearce.com Bloomsbury Children'S USA APRIL 2016 Silver in the Blood Jessica Day George

New York Times bestselling author Jessica Day George brings dark secrets to life in a lush historical fantasy perfect for fans of Libba Bray and Cassandra Clare.

Sales points • Ages 12+ • Strong track: Jessica is a bestseller in middle grade, but her YA princess novels are also strong sellers. New YA after great middle-grade success: This is Jessica's first stand alone YA novel in several years, so we have an opportunity to make a moment for this rich, magical and historical story. Huge fantasy audience: Jessica is tapping into a different audience here with a darker, richer tale that is perfect for fans of Cassandra Clare or Lauren Kate Girl-centric, fast- paced storytelling: This story will keep all the fans of Jessica's Princess series and provide a great option for readers who are moving on from her Castle Glower series.

Description As spoiled society girls from New York City circa 1890, Dacia and Lou never desired to know more about their lineage, instead preferring to gossip about their mysterious Romanian relatives, the Florescus. But upon turning seventeen, the girls must return to their homeland to meet their family, find proper husbands, and-most terrifyingly-learn the secrets of The Claw, The Wing, and The Smoke. The Florescus, after all, are shape-shifters, bound by a centuries-old tradition to do the bidding of the royal Dracula family and it is time for Dacia and Lou to take their place among the ranks. But when the devilish heir, Mihai Dracula sets his sights on Dacia as part of his plan to secure power over all of Europe, the girls choose to fight against this cruel inheritance with all their might. Only the dashing Lord Johnny Hardcastle and the mysterious Theophilus Arkady- members of a secret society charged with ridding the world of monsters-can help Dacia and Lou, but breaking the shackles of their upbringing will require more courage than the girls ever imagined.

The thrilling start to a richly drawn, romance-filled series, this epic adventure of two girls in a battle for their lives will have readers coming back for more.

Price: $13.99 (NZ$15.99) About the Author ISBN: 9781681190242 Jessica Day George is the author of the New York Times bestseller Wednesdays in the Tower and the rest of the Castle Format: Paperback Glower series, as well as the Twelve Dancing Princesses series and Dragon Slippers series. Originally from Idaho, she Dimensions: 210x140mm Extent: 368 pages studied at Brigham Young University and has been a movie store clerk, a bookseller, and a school office lady before

Main Category: Y Children's becoming a writer. Jessica lives in Salt Lake City, Utah, with her husband, their three young children, and a five-pound Sub Category: YFA Classic Fiction Maltese named Pippin who often makes cameo appearances in her books. Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living: www.jessicadaygeorge.com @JessDayGeorge

Bloomsbury Children'S USA APRIL 2016 Shakespeare Tales: Twelfth Night Terry Deary

Terry Deary brings Shakespeare's play to life with his take on Twelfth Night.

Sales points • Ages 7 - 9 • Published in time for the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death in 2016 Exciting, funny historical stories, perfect for introducing children to Shakespeare's plays • Terry Deary brings history to life with passion and flair Impeccably researched and accurately illustrated

Description Jane and John have uncovered a wicked plot to steal the throne from Queen Elizabeth I of England while she watches a play. Can they stop it in time?

Meanwhile, on stage, Olivia loves the boy Caesario, who is in fact not a boy but a girl, Viola. Viola loves Orsino but Orsino loves Olivia. What a tangle, what a jumble.

Join master storyteller Terry Deary for a trip back in time to Queen Elizabeth's court, where everyone is up to something and they could be up to no good!

About the Author Terry Deary began his writing career with fiction for A&C Black. He is now author of over 200 fiction and non-fiction books, which have been published in 40 languages. His historical fiction for older children Tudor Terror has been praised as a marvellous blend of fact and fiction (School Librarian). His non-fiction has been consistently in the best-seller lists since 1994. His Horrible Histories celebrated their 15th anniversary in 2008, having sold over 25 million copies worldwide and been adapted as television series, theatre tours and museum exhibitions. Terry Deary was voted Outstanding Children's Non-Fiction Author of the 20th Century by Books for Keeps magazine.

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A&C Black Children'S APRIL 2016 Shakespeare Tales: Romeo and Juliet Terry Deary

Terry Deary brings Shakespeare's play to life with his take on Romeo and Juliet.

Description Down at the theatre, Tom is about to star in Shakespeare's new play, Romeo and Juliet, but people are whispering that a plague is spreading through the city. Will Tom get his big break or will the plague shut down the theatre?

Meanwhile, on stage, Romeo and Juliet are in love but their families can't stand each other. With plots and poison, the lovers must find a way to be together.

Join master storyteller Terry Deary for a trip back in time to plague ridden-London where going to the theatre could be a matter of life or death!

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A&C Black Children'S APRIL 2016 The Great Dragon Bake Off Nicola O'Byrne

Fabulously funny and perfect for fans of BBCs Great British Bake Off!

Sales points • Ages 1 - 5 • Written and illustrated by Nicola O'Byrne, winner of the Waterstones Children's Book Prize 2014 Witty, imaginative, highly original - and perfect for fans of BBCs Great British Bake Off!

Description At the Ferocious Dragon Academy, dragons-in-training learn the arts of bone crunching and teeth sharpening. But there is one dragon who harbours a passion for a most undragon-like pastime . . . Meet Flamie Oliver. To look at, Flamie is as terrifying as a dragon can get. But behind closed doors, Flamie is . . . a stupendously spectacular Star Baker! That's right - choux, rough, salty, sweet and puff - Flamie loves it all. In fact, he loves baking so much that his studies at the Ferocious Dragon Academy are starting to suffer, and there's a chance he won't graduate! Flamie's going to need a real showstopper to get out of this one. On your marks, get set . . . BAKE!

About the Author Nicola O'Byrne was born in Swaziland. She studied Illustration at Edinburgh College of Art before moving to London to study for a masters in Printmaking. In 2010, Nicola was Highly Commended in the Macmillan Prize for Children's Book Illustration. In 2014, WC Nicola won the Waterstones Children's Book Prize for Open Very Carefully (Nosy Crow). This is Nicola's third book with Bloomsbury, her first two being Two Little Bears, written by Suzi Moore and My Little Star, written by Mark Sperring. www.nicolaobyrne.com

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Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 The Great Dragon Bake Off 8 copy pack

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Bloomsbury APRIL 2016 Up, Up and Away Tom McLaughlin

Orson has built a planet - clever eh? But Orson is about to find out that sometimes you have to let go of the things that you love the most in this heartwarming story about life's possibilities and disappointments.

Sales points • Ages 1 - 5 • A heartwarming story of learning to say goodbye to something you love - will resonate with all fans of Oliver Jeffers' Lost and Found Deals with life's possibilities and disappointments in a heartfelt, yet positive, manner with a deeply uplifting ending - perfectly pitched for little ones to understand • A celebration of ambition and creativity - ideal for fueling little ones' imaginations and encouraging them to make the most of their talents. • A celebration of ambition and creativity - with some interesting scientific facts thrown into the mix - ideal for fuelling little ones' imaginations

Description What does it take to build your very own planet? Orson is about to find out. He takes: A cup full of rocks A dash of water A sprinkling of metal Lots of nothingness A big bang . . . and, before long BOOM! he has it - a tiny pink planet with rings around it, right there in his bedroom! But it seems that BUILDING the planet is the easy bit, taking care of it is a different thing altogether. Over time, Orson realizes that his planet needs to be free and that sometimes you have to let go of the things that you love the most . . .

A heartwarming story about life's possibilities and disappointments with an uplifting ending that will resonate with all fans Price: $24.99 (NZ$27.99) of Oliver Jeffers' work. ISBN: 9781408870150 Format: Hard Cover About the Author Dimensions: 274x245mm Extent: 32 pages TOM MCLAUGHLIN has illustrated several books for Bloomsbury, the first of which, THE STORY MACHINE, has

Main Category: Y Children's received wonderfully positive reviews and has sparked a number of thought-provoking articles on dyslexia (which Tom Sub Category: YB Picture Books, Activity Books & Early understands well, being dyslexic himself). Tom loves drinking tea, eating lunch and drawing (in no particular order). He Learning Material lives in Devon. Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living:

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Bloomsbury APRIL 2016 Chu's Day at the Beach Neil Gaiman

The third book in this funny, friendly picture book series from the brilliant pairing of dazzlingly award-laden Neil Gaiman and fabulously talented illustrator Adam Rex

Sales points • Ages 1 - 6 • A hugely appealing central character, a deliciously child-friendly text - a perfect new picture book direction for Neil Gaiman The third title in a successful series about the adorable Chu Neil Gaiman has an absolutely massive fan base, including a Twitter following of over 2 million

Description Chu, the little panda with the BIG sneeze, is BACK - and this time he's going to the seaside! Like all pandas, Chu LOVES the seaside. There are seagulls and rock pools and ice-cream. Chu will have a lovely day, and with all that sea, sand and sun, what could possibly go wrong?

Adam Rex grew up in Phoenix, Arizona and now lives with his wife inTucson. His first picture book, The Dirty Cowboy by Amy Timberlake, was published in 2003. His picture book Frankenstein Makes a Sandwich, a collection of stories about monsters and their problems, was a New York Times Bestseller. He has also written books for teenagers and adults Price: $14.99 (NZ$16.99) including Fat Vampire and The True Meaning of Smekday. Adam received the Jack Gaughan Award for Best Emerging ISBN: 9781408864364 Artist in 2005. Format: Paperback Dimensions: 241x216mm Extent: 32 pages Main Category: Sub Category: Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living:

Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 The Famishing Vanishing Mahoosive Mammoth Hollie Hughes

A funny story about a hairy mammoth with a mahoosive appetite - guaranteed to delight fans of Julia Donaldson, Neal Layton, Alex T. Smith and Lauren Child

Sales points • Ages 1 - 6 • A jaunty, clever and fun rhyming text that will delight all fans of Julia Donaldson • With artwork by the talented Leigh Hodgkinson - will appeal to fans of Alex T. Smith, Neal Layton and Lauren Child • A joy to read aloud, this is the perfect book for sharing

Description 'I'm so famishing I'm vanishing!'

The famishing vanishing mahoosive mammoth is a hairy beast who simply can't think of anything but his tummy. So how, then, can his friend Bug distract him?

Find out in this hilarious rhyming picture book about one hairy mammoth with a ridiculously large appetite, and one loyal friend with a clever plan.

With oodles of fun and laughter, it's the perfect picture book for all.

Leigh Hodgkinson is the talent behind picture books such as Colin and the Snoozebox (Orchard), Goldilocks and Just the Price: $14.99 (NZ$15.99) One Bear (Nosy Crow) and Don't Dip Your Chips in Your Drink, Kate (Orchard) to name but a few. She is an award- ISBN: 9781408862780 winning animator who was art director on the BAFTA Award-winning series, Charlie and Lola. Leigh has an amazing eye Format: Paperback for colour, design, print and pattern. The Famishing Vanishing Mahoosive Mammoth is her second picture book for Dimensions: 268x268mm Extent: 32 pages Bloomsbury, after Are You Sitting Comfortably?, which she also wrote. She lives in Lewes, near Brighton, with her

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Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 Be a Friend Salina Yoon

A beautiful new illustration style from the hugely successful Salina Yoon. A heartwarming book about self- acceptance, courage and unbreakable friendship for anyone who has ever felt 'different'

Sales points • Ages 2 - 7 • This stunningly illustrated title - which wonderfully demonstrates Salina's versatility and talent - is poised to to garner awards and a new level of recognition for her work • Be A Friend subtly explores the world of children with autism and language barriers in an engaging and accessible way • The story of celebrating your uniqueness and making new friends is a universal and relatable topic which will resonate with anyone who has ever felt different or lonely

Description Dennis is an ordinary boy who expresses himself in extraordinary ways. Some children shout, some children sing, Dennis mimes. But being a mime is lonely. When Dennis meets a girl named Joy, he begins to discover the power of friendship and how special it can be.

Be A Friend subtly explores the world of children with autism and language barriers in an engaging and accessible way.

About the Author Salina Yoon studied art and design at the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California. She never planned on writing books, but her illustrations demanded it. The need for words outweighed her fear of writing. Salina is an award- winning author/illustrator of more than 100 books for children, including Penguin and Pinecone, Penguin on Vacation and Penguin in Love. She lives in San Diego with her family. www.salinayoon.com

Price: $14.99 (NZ$16.99) ISBN: 9781408869093 Format: Paperback Dimensions: 255x255mm Extent: 40 pages

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Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 My Feelings

A delightful book that parents and young children can use to explore daily emotions and talk about different ways of coping with them.

Sales points • Ages 1 - 5 • Based on the highly successful How Are You Feeling Today? but for a lower age group Acknowledges positive and negative emotions, with a variety of ways to deal with each Tabbed pages separate each emotion and feeling for easy access. Delightful illustrations will make this a positive experience for both adult and child Ideal for introducing emotions to a young child

Description Are you feeling happy, sad, excited, worried, shy, scared, or grumpy? Do you know why? This book will introduce emotions and show you how to talk about, share, or enjoy what you feel. There are lovely illustrations that will make you smile, frown, or jump for joy.

A fantastic first book for understanding how we feel - and what to do about it!

About the Author Sarah Jennings is a freelance illustrator and sketchbook scribbler based in the midlands, UK.

She loves to create quirky characters and draw lots of cats!

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Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 Time to Discover Maths Trudi Fitzhenry and Karen Murphy

An essential planning and assessment tool for mastering the Mathematical aspect of the EYFS.

Sales points • Practical, easy to follow suggestions linked to ages and stages of the revised EYFS/statutory requirements. • Clear information on how to initiate Mathematical development and plan for the next steps. • 'Pick up and go' format, so observations can be made in a busy early years setting.

Description With the revision of the EYFS in September 2012, Mathematics became one of the Specific Areas of Learning. This book seeks to provide valuable guidance for practitioners across the entire Early Years provision. This is a practical tool that will enable practitioners to be innovative and exciting whilst meeting their targets. It includes suggestions for parents to try out at home, and a variety of ideas to inspire adult-led learning.

About the Author Trudi Fitzhenry is Head of a successful primary school near York and has a passion for the early years of education. Karen Murphy is an Early Years Education Consultant and Area Special Needs Coordinator with a background in dance and physical development.

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Featherstone Education APRIL 2016 Getting it Right in Reception Neil Farmer

Reception is often overlooked as a developmental stage in its own right, but not in this book! Drawing on his own experience supporting a wealth of reception teachers, Neil Farmer's new book promises to help teachers to inculcate independence, resilience and creativity within the children they teach so they become confident learners who are able to tackle the curriculum with ease!

Sales points • Strategies for Reception teachers to help develop independence, resilience and creativity in the children they teach. • Practical advice on developing children's thinking skills and autonomy. • Ensuring 'greatness' is embedded in the Foundation Stage. • Based on the author's direct experience of working in schools with accompanying studies. • Helping to ensure Reception is seen as a development stage in its own right.

Description Reception, it's a funny old term, rather like a waiting room, a foyer, or a gathering place before the main event. The main event here being the start of Key Stage One and school life. Reception has in many ways been seen as a 'holding pen', a preparation for 'school readiness' rather than a stage and age in its own right. Neil Farmer draws upon his experience of working with and supporting schools and leaders up and down the country and abroad - in many instances going right back to the basics - and putting forward suggestions and strategies that will assist teachers in gaining an ownership of their classroom and a true understanding of their vital role as a facilitator, mediator and coach. It is not a 'one cap fits all solution', but rather some practical tips that Reception teachers may decide to employ, alter and make their own.

About the Author Neil's background in Early Years education as a nursery and reception class teacher, advisory teacher, deputy head, Foundation Stage Consultant and Head of Early Years gives him great insight into how boys learn and develop. He has made countless visits to numerous settings and schools, has completed SIP training, Ofsted training and he is a keynote speaker at regional and national events. Price: $38.99 (NZ$40.99) ISBN: 9781472930712 As well as numerous magazine articles, he has also written 'Getting it Right for Boys' (Featherstone). Format: Paperback Dimensions: 244x169mm Extent: 128 pages

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Featherstone Education APRIL 2016 More Tiny Games for Kids: Games to play while out in the world Hide&Seek, illustrated by Savanna Ganucheau

Wit games for all kinds of situations, More Tiny Games for Kids offers up 50 games to engage younger kids while on the go, when parents need it most.

Sales points • Over 50 original quick play games, ranging from silly to energetic, competitive to creative. • An extension of the Tiny Games line, providing focus for young kids when parents need it most - out in the real world. • Games broken down by setting, including planes, shopping and walks.

Description 'Amusing, raucous and inventive' The Guardian

From award winning game designers Hide&Seek come tons of brand new games for real-world play. Tiny Games takes traditional parlour games and adds a touch of modern game design know-how to allow any number of players to have fun whatever they're doing. More Tiny Games for Kids provides even more games for parents to play with young children, including a special section on games to play while travelling with kids on trains, planes and automobiles. For more play ideas for young children try Tiny Games for Kids, or combine all of the books in the Tiny Games series for a more playful existence.

About the Author Hide&Seek is a game design studio based in London and New York. Through a compelling combination of design, technology and cultural partnership, their work re- imagines public space as a place to play and spans multiple platforms: console, smartphone, browser, TV and street. Their work has been recognised by D&D, Creative Review, BAFTA, The One Show, Living Labs Global Awards and Guardian MEGAS. Founder & Director Alex Fleetwood won British Council Performing Arts Entrepreneur of the Year, and Development Director Margaret Robertson was recently named one of the UK’s top games designers by Develop Magazine.

Price: $10.99 (NZ$11.99) ISBN: 9781472817259 Format: Paperback Dimensions: 135x102mm Extent: 56 pages

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Osprey APRIL 2016 Belle and Sebastien: The Child of the Mountains Cecile Aubry

Sales points • An absolute classic of children French literature recently adapted for cinema • Beautifully illustrated by Helen Stevens • Here translated for the first time into English by Gregory Norminton

Description The son of a Gypsy woman, Sebastien is found as a newborn baby in the Alps and brought up by Guillaume and his grandchildren Angelina and Jean. Born on the same day, Belle is a beautiful white Pyrenean Mountain Dog who has been neglected and passed on from owner to owner, until one day she escapes from a kennel. When Sebastien rescues the runaway Belle from the wrath of the villagers, the boy and the dog form a lifelong friendship and embark on exciting adventures in the mountains.

First published in 1965 to coincide with the internationally successful television series of the same name, Belle and Sebastien is a heart-warming story of camaraderie, adventure and freedom.

About the Author Cecile Aubry (1928-2010) was a successful French actress who gave up her career in front of the cameras to devote herself to writing children's novels and screenplays. She is most famous for the Belle et Sebastien series, for which she wrote the books and their television adaptations.

Helen Stephens is a multi award-winning author-illustrator. She is known for her line work and bright, instantly recognizable illustrations, loved by children big and small. Her latest books are How to Hide a Lion and How to Hide a Lion from Grandma. She has also collaborated with some of the best authors including Michael Morpurgo and Roger McGough

Price: $15.99 (NZ$17.99) ISBN: 9781847495914 Format: Paperback Dimensions: 198x129mm Extent: 200 pages

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Alma Classics APRIL 2016 The New Teacher Dominique Demers

Mademoiselle Charlotte is the new teacher who makes learning FUN!

Sales points • Ages 7 - 9 • First novel in the popular series of Mademoiselle Charlotte • Illustrated by Tony Ross • For all fans of stories set in schools like Matilda by Roald Dahl

Description Mademoiselle Charlotte, the new teacher, is not like the others: she wears a large hat and a crumpled dress that make her look like a scarecrow, and she talks to a rock. The children think she is crazy at first, but soon realize she makes school more fun than ever, getting them to measure the room with cooked spaghetti in maths class, telling fascinating stories about a gorilla and even taking the pupils on at football.

The first book in Dominique Demers’s popular series, The New Teacher, brilliantly illustrated by Tony Ross, is an entertaining, imaginative and inspiring book that will make you wish you had a teacher just like Mademoiselle Charlotte.

About the Author A former professor and journalist in her native Canada, Dominique Demers is the successful author of over fifty books for children, young adults and adults.

Price: $14.99 (NZ$19.99) ISBN: 9781846883996 Format: Paperback Dimensions: 198x128mm Extent: 100 pages

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Alma Books APRIL 2016 Tow-Truck Pluck Annie M.G. Schmidt

The adventures of the rebellious, kind-hearted Pluck and his colourful cast of friends.

Sales points • A classic tale from the author of The Cat Who Came in off the Roof • Hugely popular in the Netherlands - over a million copies sold! • Beautifully illustrated in colour throughout • 'A delight ... Scmidt's books never grow stale.' - De Morgen

Description Pluck has been driving all over town in his little red tow truck, looking for a home. When he finds out there's a room going free in the Pill Building he goes straight there and moves in. Right away he makes lots of friends, including Zaza the cockroach and Dolly the pigeon. Now his adventures can begin... Blending realistic characters with the fantastic, full of adventure and humour, Tow-Truck Pluck is an unforgettably offbeat children's classic in the vein of Roald Dahl's The BFG, and one of the Netherlands most popular children's books of all time.

About the Author Annie M.G. Schmidt (1911-95) was regarded as the Queen of Dutch Children's Literature. She won numerous awards, including the1989 Hans Christian Andersen Award, throughout her long career. Schmidt is now in the Canon of Dutch History taught to Dutch schoolchildren, alongside Spinoza, Anne Frank and Vincent van Gogh.

Price: $29.99 (NZ$32.99) ISBN: 9781782691129 Format: Hard Cover Dimensions: xmm Extent: 200 pages Main Category: Y Children's Sub Category: YFA Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living:

Pushkin Children's APRIL 2016 Paper And Fire Rachel Caine

The second book in The Great Library series. Jess, Khalila, Morgan, Wolfe, Niccolo and a few new allies break from the Library and form their own idealistic underground movement to begin to undermine the Library's power, unaware that the Black Watch assassins have been sent after them.

Sales points • Rachel Caine's titles have sold over 224,000 in ANZ

Description Jess Brightwell has survived his introduction to the sinister, seductive world of the Library, but serving in its army is nothing like he envisioned and his life and the lives of those he cares for have been altered forever. Embarking on a mission to save one of their own, Jess and his band of allies make one wrong move and suddenly find themselves hunted by the Library's deadly automata and forced to flee Alexandria, all the way to London. But Jess's home isn't safe anymore. The Welsh army is coming, London is burning, and soon, Jess must choose between his friends, his family, or the Library willing to sacrifice anything and anyone in the search for ultimate control...

About the Author Rachel Caine is the author of over thirty novels, including the bestselling Morganville Vampires series. She has been an accountant, an insurance investigator and a professional musician, playing with such musical legends as Henry Mancini, Peter Nero and John Williams. She and her husband, fantasy artist R. Cat Conrad, live in Texas, but Rachel frequently visits the UK for book tours.

Price: $16.99 (NZ$18.99) ISBN: 9780749017323 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x129mm Extent: 488 pages

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Allison & Busby APRIL 2016 Paper and Fire 8 copy pack

Includes 8 copies of Paper and Fire plus free reading copy.

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Allison & Busby APRIL 2016 Ink And Bone Rachel Caine

Magical spells and riots abound in this epic new YA series from the bestselling author of the Morganville Vampires series.

Sales points • A brand new series from the Number 1 bestselling author of the Morganville Vampires series • Morganville now an acclaimed digital TV series with geekandsundry • Over a million copies of Caine books sold in the UK alone • An army of dedicated fans are eager for Caine's next series

Description In 48 AD, a fire set by the troops of Julius Caesar destroyed much of the Great Library of Alexandria. It was the first of several disasters that resulted in the destruction of the accumulated knowledge of the ancient world. But what if the fire had been stopped? What would the Library have become?

Fast forward: the Great Library is now a separate country, protected by its own standing army. It has grown into a vast power, with unquestioned and unrivalled supremacy. Jess Brightwell, seventeen and very smart, with a gift for mechanical engineering, has been sent into the Great Library as a spy for his criminal family. Magical spells and riots abound in this epic new YA series.

About the Author Rachel Caine is a fictional character herself - a pen name of writer Roxanne Conrad. Since 2003, Rachel has written in the adult Urban Fantasy genre as well as in Young Adult fiction. She is the author of more than forty novels and many short stories, and is regular featured in anthology collections. Rachel has been a professional musician in several orchestras, run payroll for one of the largest cheerleading organizations in North America, worked as a graphic designer and web designer, and finished up her tour of the corporate world as Director of Corporate Communications for a large international company. Price: $16.99 (NZ$18.99) ISBN: 9780749017224 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x129mm Extent: 350 pages

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Allison & Busby APRIL 2016 Draw With Me, Dad! Jasmine Narayan

Draw with Me, Dad! has a distinct design that allows father and child to doodle together and connect on a physical and creative level.

Sales points • This is the first colouring book specifically designed for parents and kids. Includes over 50 beautiful colouring templates that parent and child can work on together to create something beautiful • Dr. Jasmine Narayan is a licensed family psychologist and offers advice to parents on how to make the most of your colouring time, how to ask the right questions, learn more about your child, and more • The shape of the book means that there is enough space so parents can colour "side by side" with their child, enabling creative collaboration and physical contact.

Description Drawing and colouring are great activities for parents to do with their children. Not only do they take you away from the screens of tablets and computers, but they give you an authentic way to connect and have fun! Featuring more than 50 unique drawing and colouring templates, family psychologist Dr. Jasmine Narayan's book is shaped to make colouring side by side easier. Each spread features prompts for you and your child to draw together and fill in the scene. Work together to complete an underwater sea party, dinosaur family vacation, and so much more! The book also includes tips on how to best communicate with your child through colouring, the top 100 questions to generate thoughtful responses or engage your child, how to tailor your quality time so it's still fun, and more!

About the Author Dr. Jasmine Narayan Psy.D. is a Licensed Psychologist who attained her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Hartford whwere she received specialized training in child and adolescent psychology. She is also a co- founder of Family Guiding Psychological Services, an organization that effectively serves individuals and families from diverse backgrounds through psychotherapy, consultation, and online resources. Dr. Narayan is passionate about helping children and adolescents who struggle with emotional regulation, aggressive/impulsive behavior, ADHD, depression, Price: $17.99 (NZ$19.99) anxiety, and trauma. She also works with families drawing on positive parenting techniques and behavioral theory to help ISBN: 9781631062391 parents reduce problematic behaviors and increase loving, peaceful, and authentic connections with their children. Dr. Format: Paperback Narayan is also a huge proponent of creativity. She recently discovered the meditative art form, Zentangle. This coloring Dimensions: 216x241mm Extent: 208 pages book is the culmination of her professional and creative interests.

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Race Point Publishing APRIL 2016 Draw With Me, Dad! 8 copy pack

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Race Point Publishing APRIL 2016 Cheesemares Ross Collins

Hal is determined to get to the bottom of his cheesemares but has no idea of the real life nightmares that await him....

Sales points • Ross Collins is one of the UK's most popular illustrators and an award-winning picture-book author of books such as Dear Vampa and Doodleday • With a fab glow-in-the-dark jacket and fun activities hiding in the flaps, Cheesemares is sure to stand out on the bookshelf • Quality stories, amazing authors and Barrington Stoke design combine in our Little Gems to help all new readers develop good reading practice • Reading Age: 5-8

Description Ross Collins' two talents for writing and illustrating combine in this fun romp where evil cows meet Frankenstein. Hal is determined to get to the bottom of his terrifying cheesemares in this hilarious comedy for younger readers from author/illustrator Ross Collins. Hal is convinced there is a connection between his well-loved cheesy snacks and the horrible nightmares he keeps having. Hal sets off on a mission to solve his cheesemares once and for all, but will he ever escape from the horror he faces in The Evil House of Cheese?

About the Author Ross Collins is one of the UK's most popular illustrators and an award-winning picture-book author, most recently picking up the Royal Mail Award for Dear Vampa. His Elephantom provides the inspiration for the National Theatre's 2013 puppet spectacular - from the team behind the smash-hit stage version of Michael Morpurgo's War Horse.

Price: $12.99 (NZ$0.00) ISBN: 9781781121917 Format: Paperback Dimensions: 168x126mm Extent: 120 pages

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Barrington Stoke APRIL 2016 Billy Button, Telegram Boy Sally Nicholls

An utterly charming tale set in 1950's rural England, full of heart and whimsy.

Sales points • Reading age 5-8 • Beautifully illustrated • Super readable • Sally's previous book An Island of Our Own was shortlisted for the Costa Children's Award 2015

Description Billy Button has always dreamed of being a telegram boy. He loves their smart uniforms and shiny bicycles, but he's too young for the job. So when the regular telegram boy breaks his arm and Mr and Mrs Button are in urgent need of a new boy, Billy jumps at the chance to don the Royal Mail badge and ride his very own bicycle. But will Billy be able to keep all the village residents happy with his deliveries? He might have to work some magic to make grumpy Mr Grundle smile...

About the Author Sally Nicholls is the highly-acclaimed author of Ways to Live Forever which won the Waterstones Children's Book Prize and was shortlisted for the Branford Boase Award, among many others. Her most recent title An Island of Our Own has been shortlisted for the Guardian Children's Book Award and the Costa Children's Award.

Price: $12.99 (NZ$0.00) ISBN: 9781781125328 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 168x126mm Extent: 96 pages

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Barrington Stoke APRIL 2016 The Snow Globe Jean Ure

A heartwarming and insightful story for pre-teens from one of the best writers of the genre. Expertly told with a strong message of friendship and forgiveness at its heart.

Sales points • 8-12 fiction • 'Jean Ure's books are funny, funky, feisty and fantastic reads.' - Jacqueline Wilson • Super readable

Description When her family's circumstances suddenly change, Abi finds herself moving to the large and intimidating local high school. She's pretty nervous on her first day but soon meets someone she thinks she could be friends with - even best friends. But as the two girls bond over Abi's treasured snow globe, prejudices and stereotypes might just tear them apart. There's a lot to learn about friendships and forgiveness.

About the Author Jean Ure was born and brought up in the suburbs of London. She had her first novel published at only 16 years old and has been writing ever since. She has now published over 170 children's books. Jean enjoys writing books for young girls that deal with real issues in a way that allows even the most reluctant reader to engage.

Price: $11.99 (NZ$0.00) ISBN: 9781781125946 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x129mm Extent: 96 pages

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Barrington Stoke APRIL 2016 Mind Writer Steve Cole

Slick fantasy meets heart-pounding action in this gripping title from the bestselling author of Young Bond. Luke's always been good at knowing things. He could guess at a right answer in class or pick up on things other people couldn't. But now it's sharpened into something much more. Now Luke can actually hear people's thoughts. And there's a weird new girl hanging around who seems to know exactly what he can do. She wants something from him but can he trust her? Not everything is as it seems in this high-octane thriller, perfect for fans of Alex Rider.

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Description Luke's always been good at knowing things. He could guess at a right answer in class or pick up on things other people couldn't. But now it's sharpened into something much more. Now Luke can actually hear people's thoughts. And there's a weird new girl Iris hanging around who seems to know exactly what he can do. She wants something from him but can he trust her? Not everything is as it seems in this high-octane thriller, perfect for fans of Alex Rider.

About the Author Steve Cole is a bestselling children's author. His various book series include Z. Rex, Thieves Like Us, Doctor Who, Astrosaurs and most recently he has taken up the incredibly high profile Young Bond series, with collective sales of over three million copies. In other careers he has worked as an editor of books and magazines for readers of all ages.

Price: $11.99 (NZ$0.00) ISBN: 9781781125830 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x130mm Extent: 80 pages

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Barrington Stoke APRIL 2016 Who's A Big Bully, Then? Joanna Carey and Michael Morpurgo

A boy, a bully and a serious case of mistaken identity from much-loved author Michael Morpurgo.

Sales points • Reading age 7, Interest age 8-12 • New packaging • From the bestselling author of The War Horse • 'This book takes an innovative approach to raising the subject of bullying for young people.' - Youth in Mind • Michael Morpurgo has won the Whitbread Prize, the Children's Book Award, the Smarties Prize and the Writer's Guild Award. His profile is particularly high due to the huge success of the film and play versions of War Horse

Description How do see off the school bully? Sick of being picked on and called 'chicken' the narrator of this story thinks up a dare to show up Darren Bishop, the school bully. A farm boy himself he is quite at home with the big bully Olly and he dares Darren to come up close too. When Darren Bishop flees from the field his bullying days are over but there's a twist in the tale.Is anyone really safe from the bully? A gripping story with a surprising ending.

About the Author Multi-award winning author, Michael Morpurgo, is one of Britain's best-loved writers for children and has won many prizes, including the Smarties Prize, The Writers Guild Award and the Blue Peter Book Award for his recent novel, Private Peaceful, which has also had two successful runs as a play devised by Bristol Old Vic. From 2003 to 2005 he was the Children's Laureate, a role which took him all over the UK to promote literacy and reading, and in 2005 he was named the Booksellers Association Author of the Year.

Price: $11.99 (NZ$0.00) ISBN: 9781781121320 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x130mm Extent: 64 pages

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Barrington Stoke APRIL 2016 How to Build a Motorcycle: An off-road adventure of mechanics, teamwork, and friendship Martin Sodomka and Saskia Lacey

Three friends learn about mechanics and teamwork as they work together to build a miniature motorcycle.

Sales points • The combination of engaging narrative with fact-based technical mechanics and highly visual, lush illustrations appeals to all ages • A perfect "how-to" introduction aimed at a younger audience--a great way for parents to teach their children about basic mechanics and engineering • Helps children visualize mechanics and encourages creative development by combining a sweet, fictional story with practical, real-world application

Description Eli, Phoebe, and Hank once again join forces to build another miniature vehicle--a motorcycle!

How to Build a Motorcycle continues the Technical Tales series, where a group of three unlikely friends--a rat, a sparrow, and a frog--come together to build another vehicle--a motorcycle! As they start working, they encounter many unexpected obstacles, teaching them (and the reader) about the different parts that make a motorcycle work. Detailed illustrations explain the overall functions of the engine, clutch, brakes, distributors, as well as many other parts of the motorcycle. Through hard work and perseverance, the three friends learn about mechanics and teamwork as they work together to build a miniature motorcycle.

About the Author Martin Sodomka is a graphic designer based in the Czech Republic. He is a self-published illustrator of books for children.

A beautiful storyteller, Saskia Lacey is an educational children's author with an extensive teaching background. Lacey has developed engaging children's stories and projects for a variety of publishers and illustrators. Price: $19.95 (NZ$22.95) ISBN: 9781633220577 Format: Hard Cover Dimensions: 236x229mm Extent: 64 pages

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Walter Foster Jr APRIL 2016 Astronaut Academy: Are you ready for the challenge Steve Martin and Jennifer Farley

Are you ready for the challenge?

Sales points • Loads of great extras: sticker sheets, press-out cards, a pull-out space poster, and a 'Mission to Mars' board game • As readers progress through the book, they earn press-out badges, and stamp each task they master with a Mission Accomplished sticker • Beautifully fresh artwork makes every page a pleasure

Description What's it really like to be an astronaut on a mission to Mars? Well, kids will not only find out but can also train for their own missions in this exciting activity book. Once enrolled at the academy, they face a variety of challenges and missions that mimic the real-life tasks astronauts may have to perform in space. Specific activities include hand-eye coordination exercises, obstacle courses, building a balloon rocket, basic first-aid skills, how to deal with weightlessness, and doing fiddly things while wearing big gloves!

A jam-packed Space Goodies section includes stickers, a poster, board game, press-outs, and a model space shuttle. Informative, interactive, and fun, this book will appeal to all aspiring astronauts!

About the Author Steve Martin (Wales, UK) is a writer, former English teacher, and author of numerous children's books on a wide range of subjects, including The Boys' Book of Adventure, Astronaut Academy, and Numberland.

Jennifer Farley (Ireland, UK) is an artist and illustrator based in Ireland. Her designs are bright, colourful, and filled with texture. Jennifer has illustrated picture books, apps, and promotional material for UK and Irish publishers.

Price: $19.99 (NZ$22.99) ISBN: 9781782403937 Format: Paperback Dimensions: 240x200mm Extent: 64 pages

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Ivy Press APRIL 2016 Astronaut Academy 8 copy pack

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Ivy Press APRIL 2016 Cut & Colour Playbook Cities Clea Dieudonne

Grab your scissors and some pencils or crayons and get ready to make some beautiful cityscapes with Cut & Colour Playbook: Cities!

Sales points • Featuring scenes inspired by Paris, New York City, Moscow, and London • The activities will help children develop dexterity and scissor skills, while building on their understanding of how colour and shape work together • This innovative art activity book offers more than just colouring, as lovely layered cities are almost magically revealed as you work through the cut and colour pages

Description Featuring four different cities, children combine drawing, colouring, and scissor skills to create their scenes. First, colour in line illustration and add your own details. Then, on the reverse of the page, follow the cut lines to snip away parts of the page. By the end of the process, you will have built up your very own city scene by layering up the pages. At the end of the book, an additional section gives children the chance to create their own layered diorama, whether a city scene or beyond. An original twist on the colouring book format, Cut and Colour Playbook: Cities encourages children to develop arts and crafts skills, and to think through a multi-layered project in a fun and creative way...

About the Author Cléa Diéudonne (Berlin, Germany) is an illustrator and a graduate of École Estienne, currently based in Berlin. Inspired by her extensive travels around the globe, Cléa creates colourful worlds for children to explore.

Price: $19.99 (NZ$22.99) ISBN: 9781782404019 Format: Paperback Dimensions: 250x250mm Extent: 96 pages

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Ivy Press APRIL 2016 Sticker Shape Create Thereza Rowe

Sticker, Shape, Create is the first title in a stylish new art activity series for creative children, combining stickers and drawing.

Sales points • Includes over 1500 stickers on 20 additional sticker sheets • Visual step-by-step instructions are simple and accessible • Thereza Rowe's eye-catching illustration style is both striking and friendly

Description Using just a few basic sticker shapes and following simple step-by-step instructions, kids can build striking sticker pictures onto a variety of background scenes. Each spread features a different theme, from chirping birds and incredible insects, to hot air balloons, fun cityscapes, fireworks and lots more... ..After the basic sticker shapes have been created, children can use pens or coloUred pencils to add fun and imaginative details to the stickers, bringing the pictures to life. Each pull-out sticker sheet contains the same shapes in 10 different colours, so children can mix and match to create their own unique pictures and combinations.

About the Author Thereza Rowe (London, UK) is a London based illustrator who loves drawing. Her favourite tools are colour, shape and imagination, and the combination of these elements make up the backbone of her work. She is the author of Hearts (Toon Books) and is currently working on her next children's book title, Mr. Pip (Tate Publishing).

Price: $19.99 (NZ$22.99) ISBN: 9781782403944 Format: Paperback Dimensions: 297x210mm Extent: 64 pages

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Ivy Press APRIL 2016 50 Things You Should Know About Space Raman Prinja

Everything you need to know about space is broken down into 50 bite-sized chunks

Sales points • Explore the incredible unknown from planets to asteroids, and learn about space missions and remarkable astronomers • Space is brought to life through facts, diagrams and photos

Description What exactly goes on at tthe International Space Station and why does the Earth spin? Just how big is our galaxy and how did the Moon from? From constellations to space shuttles, Space is as endlessly fascinating as the Universe itself.

Discover everything you ever wanted to know about space mission, colliding galaxies, light years, solar eclipses, the surface of the Sun and much, much more. Packed with facts and figures, you'll also find out about astronomers, astronauts and scientists and how their incredible jobs have enabled us to learn so much about our Universe.

About the Author Prof. Raman K. Prinja is an astronomer, professor and author. He is professor of astrophysics at University College London (UCL)[1] and has been awarded the Pol and Christiane Swings research prize by the Royal Academy of Belgium and the UCL Faculty Teacher Award.

Price: $18.99 (NZ$21.99) ISBN: 9781784934729 Format: Paperback Dimensions: 250x190mm Extent: 80 pages

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QED APRIL 2016 50 Things You Should Know About The Tudors Rupert Matthews

Discover how the Tudors changed the foundation of modern Britain - and how this impacted the whole world.

Sales points • Everything you need to know about the Tudors is broken down into 50 bite-sized chunks • Explore this incredible history fromthe early Welsh Tudors to henry VII's succession through to James I

Description Covering the 118 year period of Tudor rule, from 1485 until 1603, this book explores the origins of the Tudor dynasty through to its eventual demise after Elizabeth I's death.

Battlegrounds and beheadings distinguish this intriguing period in British history which included two of the strongest monarchs ever to sit on the English throne: Henry VIII and his daughter Elizabeth I. From the War of the Roses and the Princes in the Towers to Reformation and the Spanish Armada, this was a tumultuous bloody era but also one of great expansion, increased scientific knowledge, adventurous explorers and political change.

About the Author Rupert Matthews has written over 170 books, appearing on television and radio as a presenter and consultant. These have mostly been on history or military subjects, though in recent years he has been writing about ghosts, cryptozoology, UFOs and other paranormal subjects.

Price: $18.99 (NZ$21.99) ISBN: 9781784935344 Format: Hard Cover Dimensions: 250x190mm Extent: 80 pages

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QED APRIL 2016 My Little Book About Me Angela Royston

How do see, hear and smell? How do muscles make you move? Why is Blood red? Find out all about your own body!

Sales points • This series provides first introductions to key non-fiction topics and includes stunning photographs and bite-size chunks of easy-to-read text • The pefect introduction to the human body for young children • Fun, colourfu diagrams and infographics explain how the body works along side impressive photgraphy • Glossary is included to explain any tricky terms

Description Combining easy-to-read text with stunning photographs, even the most reluctant of readers will be hooked. Learn all about what go on inside and what purpose each organ have.

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ANGELA ROYSTON has written lots of science..books for children, including several series..on the human body, health, animals, ecology..and space. She grew up in Scotland and..now lives in London. Angela enjoys travelling, walking, reading and spending time with..her family.

Price: $16.99 (NZ$18.99) ISBN: 9781784934705 Format: Hard Cover Dimensions: 229x229mm Extent: 64 pages

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QED APRIL 2016 My Little Book Of Tractors Rod Green

What is a tractor? How fast can a tractor go? Which tractors work on a building site? My Little Book of Tractors answers all these questions and more.

Sales points • The perfect introduction to wide range of tractors, from the very first traction engines to monster tractors used in competitions • Packed full of fascinating facts

Description Simple, easy-to-understand text combines with stunning photography to provide an excellent introduction to big trucks. Perfect for reluctant readers, this book will hold the interest of young children and encourage them to find out more about these amazing vehicles.

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Rod Green has worked as an editor and author for more than 35 years. He began working on children's magazines and has since written a wide variety of books for children, covering a whole range of subjects from pirates and giant vehicles to unicorns and Santa Claus. Rod lives in Surrey.

Price: $16.99 (NZ$18.99) ISBN: 9781784934712 Format: Hard Cover Dimensions: 229x229mm Extent: 64 pages

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QED APRIL 2016 My Little Book Of Weather Claudia Martin

Few things have such a profound effect on our everyday lives as the weather.

Sales points • The perfect introduction to the weather • Packed full of fascinating facts and awesome photography • A glossary is included to introduce and explain any tricky terms

Description Weather conditions decide whether we go out or stay in, and even what we need to wear, but for enquiring young minds, there are far more exciting things going on in our atmosphere than an occasional shower of rain.

Lightning, blizzards, hurricanes and hailstorms are all explained in My Little Book of Weather along with how our climate and the atmosphere work and how we can predict the weather. Using clear, concise text and colourful illustrations and photographs, the mysteries of our changing weather patterns are explored.

About the Author CLAUDIA MARTIN has worked in book publishing for 17 years. She is the author of several books and websites for children and young people. Her favourite subjects are history, current affairs and technology.

Price: $16.99 (NZ$18.99) ISBN: 9781784934538 Format: Hard Cover Dimensions: 229x229mm Extent: 64 pages

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QED APRIL 2016 My Little Book Of Gems, Rock & Minerals Claudia Martin

For those with curious minds starting to take note of the world around them, the basic materials from which our planet is made raise a multitude of questions.

Sales points • The perfect introduction to gems, rocks and minerals • Packed full of fascinating facts and awesome photography • A glossary is included to introduce and explain any tricky terms

Description What are rocks and minerals? Why are there so many different kinds? From the way that rocks are formed to identifying gem stones, My Little Book of Gems Rock and Minerals provides the answers for budding geologists, using clear, concise text along with full colour illustrations and photographs.

Price: $16.99 (NZ$18.99) ISBN: 9781784934545 Format: Hard Cover Dimensions: 229x229mm Extent: 64 pages

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QED APRIL 2016 How Things Work: Materials Anna Claybourne

A hands-on first science series that uses fun and practical activities to explore electricity, light and dark, materials and pushes and pulls.

Sales points • The core key stage 1 science topics are explored using clear and simple explanations • Packed with fun activities that will encourage children to think about how the things around them work • Includes a glossary to explain tricky terms and parents and teachers' notes to help take the learning further

Description Materials is packed with fun experiments that reveal how different materials work, for example what makes ice melt and which materials are the strongest.

About the Author ANNA CLAYBOURNE has been writing and editing children's books for nearly 20 years, and has written more than 100 books. Her specialist areas include life sciences, such as the human body, genes and DNA, animals and sea life.

Price: $19.99 (NZ$22.99) ISBN: 9781784935221 Format: Hard Cover Dimensions: 240x210mm Extent: 24 pages

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QED APRIL 2016 How Things Work: Electricity Anna Claybourne

A hands-on first science series that uses fun and practical activities to explore electricity, light and dark, materials and pushes and pulls.

Description We use electricity all the time so it's important children know how it works and where it comes from. Discover what an electric circuit is and why static electricity makes your hair stand on end.

Price: $19.99 (NZ$22.99) ISBN: 9781784935238 Format: Hard Cover Dimensions: 240x210mm Extent: 24 pages

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QED APRIL 2016 How Things Work: Light & Dark Anna Claybourne

A hands-on first science series that uses fun and practical activities to explore electricity, light and dark, materials and pushes and pulls.

Description How does light bend and why do we see shadows? Light and dark answers these questions and many more.

Price: $19.99 (NZ$22.99) ISBN: 9781784935245 Format: Hard Cover Dimensions: 240x210mm Extent: 24 pages

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QED APRIL 2016 How Things Work: Pushes & Pulls Anna Claybourne

A hands-on first science series that uses fun and practical activities to explore electricity, light and dark, materials and pushes and pulls.

Description The ideal first introduction to core science topics, Science in Action explores the basics of physics using fun experiments and activities. In pushes and pulls experiments are used to show how different forces work. Find out what stops us floating away and how friction slows us down.

Price: $19.99 (NZ$22.99) ISBN: 9781784935252 Format: Hard Cover Dimensions: 240x210mm Extent: 24 pages

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QED APRIL 2016 Axel Scheffler's Flip Flap Farm Axel Scheffler

What do you get when you cross a goat with a turkey? Why, a gurkey, of course! What about a pig with a sheep? Well, that would be a peep, naturally! With its sturdy, split pages and spiral binding, 121 possible combinations, silly names and animal noises to make you giggle, this hilarious rhyming flip-flap book in a fun format is perfect for pre-schoolers.

Sales points • Ages: 2 to 6 • In hardcover with a cased spiral binding and very sturdy pages, this bulks up to about 15mm thick - so it's a substantial gift or home buy at a great price! • Creative, fun and wildly imaginative

Description Little readers will adore flipping Axel Scheffler's animals again and again to see what crazy creatures they can create - and to find out what strange noises they make too!

About the Author Axel was born in Hamburg, Germany. At school he was good at art, but didn't think of a career in illustration until he won a cuddly purple cow in a drawing competition. He moved to England in 1982 to learn English and study illustration at the Bath Academy of Art and then set up home in London. Axel illustrated a number of books for various publishers, and in 1993 Kate Wilson suggested him as the illustrator for Julia Donaldson's first picture book text, A Squash and a Squeeze. This was the start of a hugely successful partnership: their bestselling modern classic, The Gruffalo, has sold over three- and-a-half million copies worldwide, and the TV animation was broadcast on Christmas day 2009.

Price: $15.99 (NZ$19.99) ISBN: 9780857632456 Format: Board Book Dimensions: 568x185mm Extent: 28 pages

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Nosy Crow APRIL 2016 Axel Scheffler's Flip Flap Safari Axel Scheffler

Little readers will adore flipping Axel Scheffler's animals again and again to see what crazy creatures they can create - and to find out what strange noises they make too!

Sales points • Ages: 2-6 • Cased spiral binding and very sturdy pages - a terrific gift package • Great follow-up to the popular 'Farm' • Creative, fun, imaginative • Classic concept, beautifully executed

Description What do you get if you cross an elephant with a lion? Why, that would be a elephon! And a zebra with a crocodile? That would be a zebodile, of course! With its sturdy, split pages and spiral binding, 121 possible combinations, silly names and animal noises to make you giggle, this hilarious rhyming flip-flap book in a fun format is perfect for pre-schoolers. Little readers will adore flipping Axel Scheffler's animals again and again to see what crazy creatures they can create - and to find out what strange noises they make too! A very silly but absolutely compelling book that will charm the whole family.

About the Author Axel was born in Hamburg, Germany. At school he was good at art, but didn't think of a career in illustration until he won a cuddly purple cow in a drawing competition. He moved to England in 1982 to learn English and study illustration at the Bath Academy of Art and then set up home in London. Axel illustrated a number of books for various publishers, and in 1993 Kate Wilson suggested him as the illustrator for Julia Donaldson's first picture book text, A Squash and a Squeeze. This was the start of a hugely successful partnership: their bestselling modern classic, The Gruffalo, has sold over three- and-a-half million copies worldwide, and the TV animation was broadcast on Christmas day 2009.

Price: $15.99 (NZ$18.99) ISBN: 9780857632944 Format: Hard Cover Dimensions: 235x185mm Extent: 28 pages

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Nosy Crow APRIL 2016 Axel Scheffler's Flip Flap Jungle Axel Scheffler

Little readers will adore flipping Axel Scheffler's animals again and again to see what crazy creatures they can create - and to find out what strange noises they make too!

Sales points • Ages: 2-6 • Cased spiral binding and very sturdy pages - a terrific gift package • Great follow-up to the popular 'Farm' and 'Safari' • Creative, fun, imaginative • Classic concept, beautifully executed

Description What do you get if you cross a monkey with an armadillo? Why, that would be a Monkadillo! And a Leopard with a Frog? That would be a Leopog, of course! With its sturdy, split pages and spiral binding, 121 possible combinations, silly names and animal noises to make you giggle, this hilarious rhyming flip-flap book in a fun format is perfect for pre-schoolers. Little readers will adore flipping Axel Scheffler's animals again and again to see what crazy creatures they can create - and to find out what strange noises they make too! A very silly but absolutely compelling book that will charm the whole family.

About the Author Axel was born in Hamburg, Germany. At school he was good at art, but didn't think of a career in illustration until he won a cuddly purple cow in a drawing competition. He moved to England in 1982 to learn English and study illustration at the Bath Academy of Art and then set up home in London. Axel illustrated a number of books for various publishers, and in 1993 Kate Wilson suggested him as the illustrator for Julia Donaldson's first picture book text, A Squash and a Squeeze. This was the start of a hugely successful partnership: their bestselling modern classic, The Gruffalo, has sold over three- and-a-half million copies worldwide, and the TV animation was broadcast on Christmas day 2009.

Price: $15.99 (NZ$17.99) ISBN: 9780857634108 Format: Hard Cover Dimensions: 235x185mm Extent: 28 pages

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Nosy Crow APRIL 2016 The Secret Rescuers: The Storm Dragon Paula Harrison, illustrated by Sophy Williams

In a magical kingdom filled with fantasy creatures, a young maid called Sophie has to help save magical baby creatures from a cold-hearted nobel. A brand new series perfect for young girls who love baby animals, adventure and magic.

Sales points • For ages 7-6 • New series girl-friendly themes: secrets, baby animals in peril, adventure and magic • Fantasy world filled with fantasy creatures illustrated by Sophy Williams: dragons, unicorns, storm wolves and firebirds • Stylishly told by one, real author; this is good quality series fiction

Description Sophie is a maid at the Royal castle in a magical kingdom. When a small dragon crash-lands in the orchard, not only can she understand it, but she knows she must return it to its family. A bad-hearted noble, Sir Fitzroy, wants to destroy all magical creatures in the kingdom and will stop at nothing to do so. Sophie must keep the little creature safe from him and his band of men, and pass on the magical challenge to other girls in other parts of the kingdom.

Sophy Williams is an award-winning illustrator with twenty-five years experience illustrating children's books. While still studying, she twice won prizes in the Readers Digest Young Illustrator's competition and was runner up for the Mother Goose Award for her first picture book. She spent some of her childhood in exotic locations such as Singapore, Hong Kong and the Middle East and often finds her illustrations being influenced by these places. Her pictures are filled with Price: $9.99 (NZ$12.99) atmosphere and drama created with soft pastels. She now lives by the Kennet and Avon canal in Bradford on Avon with ISBN: 9780857634771 her husband, author/illustrator MP Robertson, their two lanky teenage sons and a mischievous grey cat called Hamish. Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x128mm Extent: 112 pages

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Nosy Crow APRIL 2016 The Secret Rescuers: The Sky Unicorn Paula Harrison, illustrated by Sophy Williams

An exciting series for 7+ year olds, set in a world where amazing magical creatures. Filled with adventure, magic, secrets, friendship and animals in peril, this is the perfect follow- up to The Rescue Princesses.

Sales points • For ages 7-9 • Great series girl-friendly themes: secrets, baby animals in peril, adventure and magic • Fantasy world filled with fantasy creatures illustrated by Sophy Williams: dragons, unicorns, storm wolves and firebirds • Stylishly told - a good quality series fiction

Description Ava is a dancer with a travelling troupe of entertainers. When Clover, a little unicorn, is trapped by Sir Fitzroy and used to lure the other unicorns into danger, Ava hatches a cunning plan. She and Sophy will disguise themselves and foil Sir Fitzroy's plot, and the unicorns will be safe!

Sophy Williams is an award-winning illustrator with twenty-five years experience illustrating children's books. While still studying, she twice won prizes in the Readers Digest Young Illustrator's competition and was runner up for the Mother Goose Award for her first picture book. She spent some of her childhood in exotic locations such as Singapore, Hong Kong and the Middle East and often finds her illustrations being influenced by these places. Her pictures are filled with atmosphere and drama created with soft pastels. She now lives by the Kennet and Avon canal in Bradford on Avon with her husband, author/illustrator MP Robertson, their two lanky teenage sons and a mischievous grey cat called Hamish. Price: $9.99 (NZ$12.99) ISBN: 9780857634962 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x127mm Extent: 112 pages

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Nosy Crow APRIL 2016 The Secret Rescuers: The Baby Firebird Paula Harrison, illustrated by Sophy Williams

An exciting series for 7+ year olds, set in a world where amazing magical creatures. Filled with adventure, magic, secrets, friendship and animals in peril, this is the perfect book for junior readers.

Sales points • For ages 7-9 • Book 3 in the fun new series • Great series girl-friendly themes: secrets, baby animals in peril, adventure and magic • Fantasy world filled with fantasy creatures illustrated by Sophy Williams: dragons, unicorns, storm wolves and firebirds • Stylishly told - a good quality series fiction

Description In a magical land far far away it's up to a small group of secret rescuers to keep magical creatures safe from the grasp of the evil Sir Fitzroy and to keep passing on the secret challenge to new girls - keeping the adventures going! Book 3 in an exciting new series combining magic, adventure and gorgeous baby animals.

Sophy Williams is an award-winning illustrator with twenty-five years experience illustrating children's books. While still studying, she twice won prizes in the Readers Digest Young Illustrator's competition and was runner up for the Mother Goose Award for her first picture book. She spent some of her childhood in exotic locations such as Singapore, Hong Kong and the Middle East and often finds her illustrations being influenced by these places. Her pictures are filled with atmosphere and drama created with soft pastels. She now lives by the Kennet and Avon canal in Bradford on Avon with Price: $9.99 (NZ$12.99) her husband, author/illustrator MP Robertson, their two lanky teenage sons and a mischievous grey cat called Hamish. ISBN: 9780857636089 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x128mm Extent: 112 pages

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Nosy Crow APRIL 2016 Squishy McFluff: The Invisible Cat! Pip Jones

Squishy is a cuddly, loyal, very naughty - and invisible! - pet cat. He and his owner Ava make an adorable pair .The first in an irresistible series for young readers in hilarious rhyming text with winning illustrations.

Sales points • For ages: 6-8 • Charming child-centred view of the world • Everyday expereinces told in a fresh and funny way • Gorgeously nostalgic and cuddly illustrations • A bridge between picture books and chapter books • Sized to fit on fiction shelves, but colour throughout

Description Can you see him? My kitten? Close your eyes tight

His fur is so soft and all silvery white

Imagine him quick! Have you imagined enough?

Oh, good, you can see him! It's Squishy McFluff!

When Ava discovers an imaginary cat in the cabbage patch, she knows she's found a new best friend. Together, Ava and Squishy McFluff get up to all kinds of mischief . . . Bright new talent Pip Jones gives a hilarious, quirky twist to everyday experiences for girls aged 6+.

About the Author Pip Jones is a freelance journalist. Squishy McFluff won the inaugural Greenhouse Funny Prize in 2012 and Pip is Price: $12.99 (NZ$14.99) delighted to bring him to the page at Faber. Pip lives in London with her husband, two daughters and a real imaginary cat. ISBN: 9780571302505 Format: Paperback Dimensions: 180x135mm Extent: 80 pages

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Faber Children Pb APRIL 2016 Squishy McFluff: and the Supermarket Sweep! Pip Jones

The second in this series of adorable rhyming adventures about a little girl and her invisible cat.

Sales points • For ages: 6-8 • Charming child-centred view of the world • Everyday experiences told in a fresh and funny way • Gorgeously nostalgic and cuddly illustrations • A bridge between picture books and chapter books • Sized to fit on fiction shelves, but colour throughout

Description Can you see him? My kitten? He has eyes big and round His miaow is so sweet (but it makes not a sound!) Imagine him quick! Have you imagined enough? Oh, good, you can see him! It's Squishy McFluff!

When Mum drags Ava to the supermarket, her invisible cat Squishy McFluff can't resist coming along, with hilarious, chaotic and surprising results!

About the Author Pip Jones is a freelance journalist. Squishy McFluff won the inaugural Greenhouse Funny Prize in 2012 and Pip is delighted to bring him to the page at Faber. Pip lives in London with her husband, two daughters and a real imaginary cat.

Price: $12.99 (NZ$14.99) ISBN: 9780571302529 Format: Paperback Dimensions: 180x135mm Extent: 80 pages

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Sub Category: YFA Classic Fiction Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living: Pip Jones is a freelance journalist. Squishy McFluff won the inaugural Greenhouse Funny Prize in 2012 and Pip is delighted to bring him to the page at Faber. Pip lives in London with her husband, two daughters and a real imaginary cat. Faber Children Pb APRIL 2016 Squishy McFluff: Meets Mad Nana Dot Pip Jones

The third in the brilliant new series for 4-6-year-old readers about Ava and her imaginary cat, in hilarious rhyming text with adorable illustrations.

Description The third in the brilliant new series for 4-6-year-old readers about Ava and her imaginary cat, in hilarious rhyming text with adorable illustrations. Told in full colour throughout, this is the perfect stepping stone from picture books to older fiction. Ava and Squishy are up to their normal no-good when Dad whisks them off to Nana Dot's - Mum's got to go to the hospital to bring back Ava a baby sister! But Mad Nana Dot's lost her glasses so can't SEE Squishy McFluff . . . and a trip to the hairdresser's, the post office, the fishmonger all end in adorable disaster.

Price: $12.99 (NZ$14.99) ISBN: 9780571302543 Format: Paperback Dimensions: 198x147mm Extent: 48 pages

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Faber Children Pb APRIL 2016 Archie Greene and the Magician's Secret D D Everest

A phenomenal magical fantasy where bookshelves are enchanted, librarians are sorcerers and spells come to life, by an astonishing debut author.

Sales points • Ages: 9-12 • Potter-esque fantasy at the younger end - adventure firmly rooted in friendship and with very believable magic and an alternate world close to our own • New paperback edition • Illustrations throughout make this a special 'object'

Description Archie Greene receives a mysterious present on his birthday. Deep within an ancient wooden box he finds an old book, written in a language he doesn't recognize. With the book comes a Summoning - Archie must travel to Oxford to return the book to the Secret Library.

Soon Archie will meet family that he never knew he had, and discover the world of the Book People - a community devoted to finding and preserving magical books. But the magical book under Archie's protection is dangerous, and dark spirits hunt it out. With the help of his cousins Archie must do everything he can to uncover the book's hidden powers and save the Book People from evil.

Welcome to a wonderful, magical world where bookshelves are enchanted, librarians are sorcerers and spells come to life.

About the Author D. D. Everest is a successful business journalist and author who has written a number of adult non-fiction books. Archie Greene and the Magician's Secret is his first book for children. Des lives with his family in a rambling Victorian house on Price: $13.99 (NZ$15.99) the Ashdown Forest. ISBN: 9780571307395 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x126mm Extent: 240 pages

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Faber Children Pb APRIL 2016 Magyk: Septimus Heap Book 1 Angie Sage

The Magykal bestselling series relaunched with a fabulous new jacket design across the series. Enter the world of Septimus Heap, Wizard Apprentice. Magyk is his destiny.

Sales points • Ages 9+ • This series has sold 3.5 million copies worldwide in thirty-three languages, and appeared on the bestseller lists in the UK, France, Sweden, Spain and USA • Recently relaunched with a hugely commercial new cover look • Film in development with Warner-the studio behind the Harry Potter film franchise. Watch this space for more news! • Promotions and giveaways in Kids magazines and online • WC Mixed dumpbin available with bonus badges and poster • Praise for Septimus Heap: • 'Warm, funny and humane, Sage takes care with the destiny of even her smallest characters, and is a real discovery'- The Times • 'Sage navigates her complex setting with suspenseful and well-structured plotlines These books open an array of dazzling worlds. It's worth hopping aboard this bus, and I'm eagerly waiting at the stop'-The Times • 'An immensely powerful and imaginative adventure, full of surprises, with good and bad magic and it moves at a rattling pace You will not want to leave this imaginary world'-The School Librarian

Description A baby girl is rescued from a snowy path in the woods. A baby boy is stillborn. A young Queen is taken ill. An ExtraOrdinary Wizard mysteriously resigns from his post. And all on the same night. A string of events, seemingly unconnected, begins to converge ten years later, when the Heap family receive a knock at the door. The evil Necromancer DomDaniel is plotting his comeback and a Major Obstacle resides in the Heap family. Life as they know is about to change, and the most fantastically fast-paced adventure of confused identities, magyk and mayhem, begin.

Price: $16.99 (NZ$21.99) About the Author ISBN: 9781408814932 Angie Sage began her career illustrating books, and then started writing - first toddler books, later chapter books and then Format: Paperback - B format the masterful Septimus Heap. She lives in a fifteenth-century house in Somerset. She has two grown-up daughters. Dimensions: 197x128mm Extent: 448 pages Main Category: Y Children's Sub Category: YFB General Fiction Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living:

Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 Flyte: Septimus Heap Book 2 Angie Sage

The Magykal bestselling series relaunched with a fabulous new jacket design across the series. Enter the world of Septimus Heap, Wizard Apprentice. Magyk is his destiny.

Sales points • Ages 9+ • This series has sold 3.5 million copies worldwide in thirty-three languages, and appeared on the bestseller lists in the UK, France, Sweden, Spain and USA • Recently relaunched with a hugely commercial new cover look • Film in development with Warner-the studio behind the Harry Potter film franchise. Watch this space for more news! • Promotions and giveaways in Kids magazines and online • Mixed dumpbin available with bonus badges and poster • Praise for Septimus Heap: • 'Warm, funny and humane, Sage takes care with the destiny of even her smallest characters, and is a real discovery'- The Times • 'Sage navigates her complex setting with suspenseful and well-structured plotlines These books open an array of dazzling worlds. It's worth hopping aboard this bus, and I'm eagerly waiting at the stop'-The Times • 'An immensely powerful and imaginative adventure, full of surprises, with good and bad magic and it moves at a rattling pace You will not want to leave this imaginary world'-The School Librarian •

Description The evil necromancer DomDaniel has been disposed of, but something Darke is stirring. A Shadow pursues ExtraOrdinary Wizard Marcia Overstrand around, following her every move, growing stronger every day. Septimus senses something sinister is afoot, but before he can act, Jenna is snatched - taken by the most unlikely kidnapper. Septimus must rescue his sister but does not, at first, realise what he will be facing.

Price: $16.99 (NZ$21.99) About the Author ISBN: 9781408814925 Angie Sage began her career illustrating books, and then started writing - first toddler books, later chapter books and then Format: Paperback the masterful Septimus Heap. She lives in a fifteenth-century house in Somerset. She has two grown-up daughters. Dimensions: 197x128mm Extent: 146 pages Main Category: Y Children's Sub Category: YFB General Fiction Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living:

Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 Physik: Septimus Heap Book 3 Angie Sage

The Magykal bestselling series relaunched with a fabulous new jacket design across the series. Enter the world of Septimus Heap, Wizard Apprentice. Magyk is his destiny.

Sales points • Ages 9+ • This series has sold 3.5 million copies worldwide in thirty-three languages, and appeared on the bestseller lists in the UK, France, Sweden, Spain and USA • Recently relaunched with a hugely commercial new cover look • Film in development with Warner-the studio behind the Harry Potter film franchise. Watch this space for more news! WC • Promotions and giveaways in Kids magazines and online • Mixed dumpbin available with bonus badges and poster • Praise for Septimus Heap: • 'Warm, funny and humane, Sage takes care with the destiny of even her smallest characters, and is a real discovery'- The Times • 'Sage navigates her complex setting with suspenseful and well-structured plotlines These books open an array of dazzling worlds. It's worth hopping aboard this bus, and I'm eagerly waiting at the stop'-The Times • 'An immensely powerful and imaginative adventure, full of surprises, with good and bad magic and it moves at a rattling pace You will not want to leave this imaginary world'-The School Librarian •

Description When Silas Heap unseals a forgotten room in the Palace, he releases the ghost of a Queen who lived five hundred years earlier. Queen Etheldredda is as awful in death as she was in life, and she's still up to no good. Her diabolical plan to give herself ever-lasting life requires Jenna's compliance, Septimus's disappearance, and the talents of her son, Marcellus Pye, a famous Alchemist and Physician. And if Queen Etheldredda's plot involves Jenna and Septimus, then Dark Price: $16.99 (NZ$21.99) adventure awaits . . . With heart-stopping action and endless wit, Angie Sage continues the fantastical journey of ISBN: 9781408814918 Septimus Heap. Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 197x129mm Extent: 416 pages About the Author Main Category: Y Children's Angie Sage began her career illustrating books, and then started writing - first toddler books, later chapter books and then Sub Category: YFB General Fiction the masterful Septimus Heap. She lives in a fifteenth-century house in Somerset. She has two grown-up daughters. Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living:

Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 Queste: Septimus Heap Book 4 Angie Sage

The Magykal bestselling series relaunched with a fabulous new jacket design across the series. Enter the world of Septimus Heap, Wizard Apprentice. Magyk is his destiny.

Sales points • Ages 9+ • This series has sold 3.5 million copies worldwide in thirty-three languages, and appeared on the bestseller lists in the UK, France, Sweden, Spain and USA • Recently relaunched with a hugely commercial new cover look • WC Film in development with Warner-the studio behind the Harry Potter film franchise. Watch this space for more news! • Promotions and giveaways in Kids magazines and online • Mixed dumpbin available with bonus badges and poster • Praise for Septimus Heap: • 'Warm, funny and humane, Sage takes care with the destiny of even her smallest characters, and is a real discovery'- The Times • 'Sage navigates her complex setting with suspenseful and well-structured plotlines These books open an array of dazzling worlds. It's worth hopping aboard this bus, and I'm eagerly waiting at the stop'-The Times • 'An immensely powerful and imaginative adventure, full of surprises, with good and bad magic and it moves at a rattling pace You will not want to leave this imaginary world'-The School Librarian

Description Septimus faces a perilous quest to find Nicko and Snorri, who have been trapped back in time. Everyone at the Castle is realising that Nicko and Snorri's chances of coming back are slim. Septimus, aided by Alchemist Marcellus Pye, learns of a place where all time meets: the House of Foryx. But how does he get there? Jenna and Septimus find Nicko's notes from the past and discover that he knows of the House of Foryx as well and has been creating a map to plot the house's hidden location. With the help of the Questing Stone and Nicko's faded maps, will Septimus be able to save Nicko and Price: $16.99 (NZ$21.99) Snorri? Meanwhile, Simon Heap has taken on Merrin Meredith, former apprentice to DomDaniel, as his own apprentice, ISBN: 9781408814901 giving Merrin an opportunity he has been waiting years for. With the help of a frightening creature called a Thing, Merrin Format: Paperback - B format plans to reclaim the identity he used to have . . . that of Septimus Heap. Dimensions: 197x129mm Extent: 464 pages Main Category: Y Children's About the Author Sub Category: YFB General Fiction Angie Sage began her career illustrating books, and then started writing - first toddler books, later chapter books and then Illustrations: the masterful Septimus Heap. She lives in a fifteenth-century house in Somerset. She has two grown-up daughters. Previous Titles: Author now living:

Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 Syren: Septimus Heap Book 5 Angie Sage

The Magykal bestselling series relaunched with a fabulous new jacket design across the series. Enter the world of Septimus Heap, Wizard Apprentice. Magyk is his destiny.

Sales points • Ages 9+ • This series has sold 3.5 million copies worldwide in thirty-three languages, and appeared on the bestseller lists in the UK, France, Sweden, Spain and USA • Recently relaunched with a hugely commercial new cover look • Film in development with Warner-the studio behind the Harry Potter film franchise. Watch this space for more news! • Promotions and giveaways in Kids magazines and online • Mixed dumpbin available with bonus badges and poster • Praise for Septimus Heap: • 'Warm, funny and humane, Sage takes care with the destiny of even her smallest characters, and is a real discovery'- The Times • 'Sage navigates her complex setting with suspenseful and well-structured plotlines These books open an array of dazzling worlds. It's worth hopping aboard this bus, and I'm eagerly waiting at the stop'-The Times • 'An immensely powerful and imaginative adventure, full of surprises, with good and bad magic and it moves at a rattling pace You will not want to leave this imaginary world'-The School Librarian

Description In the fifth book of this Magykal series, Septimus and his friends find themselves on an island whose secrets are as dark and dangerous as its inhabitants. Septimus Heap returns to the House of Foryx with Spit Fyre to pick up Jenna, Nicko, Snorri, and Beetle. But the journey home does not go well and when Septimus and his friends are caught in a storm, Spit Fyre crashes into the Rokk Lighthouse. They are rescued by the lighthouse keeper who is disturbingly sinister, and who has an equally sinister cat . . . And all the while, Septimus is trying to fight the strange pull he's feeling to the island and its mysterious secrets. Price: $16.99 (NZ$21.99) ISBN: 9781408814895 About the Author Format: Paperback - B format Angie Sage began her career illustrating books, and then started writing - first toddler books, later chapter books and then Dimensions: 198x129mm Extent: 464 pages the masterful Septimus Heap. She lives in a fifteenth-century house in Somerset. She has two grown-up daughters. Main Category: Y Children's Sub Category: YFB General Fiction Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living:

Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 Darke: Septimus Heap Book 6 Angie Sage

The Darkely brilliant, internationally bestselling, magical adventure, now in paperback with a stunning new look. Enter the world of Septimus Heap, Wizard Apprentice. Magic is his destiny

Sales points • Ages 9+ • This series has sold 3.5 million copies worldwide in thirty-three languages, and appeared on the bestseller lists in the UK, France, Sweden, Spain and USA • Recently relaunched with a hugely commercial new cover look • WC Film in development with Warner-the studio behind the Harry Potter film franchise. Watch this space for more news! • Promotions and giveaways in Kids magazines and online • Mixed dumpbin available with bonus badges and poster • Praise for Septimus Heap: • 'Warm, funny and humane, Sage takes care with the destiny of even her smallest characters, and is a real discovery'- The Times • 'Sage navigates her complex setting with suspenseful and well-structured plotlines These books open an array of dazzling worlds. It's worth hopping aboard this bus, and I'm eagerly waiting at the stop'-The Times • 'An immensely powerful and imaginative adventure, full of surprises, with good and bad magic and it moves at a rattling pace You will not want to leave this imaginary world'-The School Librarian

Description Septimus is on the threshold of his fourteenth birthday, which falls on the shortest day of the year. While everyone celebrates and the Castle is lit with the traditional candles, Septimus has greater concerns on his mind. He has finally reached the period in his Apprenticeship known as Darke Week. During this crucial time, he hopes to undertake the very dangerous mission of restoring Alther from Banishment, following the attempted invasion of the Castle of Syren. But while this preoccupies him, other Darke things are afoot in the Castle. Price: $16.99 (NZ$21.99) ISBN: 9781408806272 About the Author Format: Paperback - B format Angie Sage began her career illustrating books, and then started writing - first toddler books, later chapter books and then Dimensions: 197x129mm Extent: 576 pages the masterful Septimus Heap. She lives in a fifteenth-century house in Somerset. She has two grown-up daughters. Main Category: Y Children's Sub Category: YFB General Fiction Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living:

Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 Fyre: Septimus Heap book 7 Angie Sage

The seventh and final breathtaking instalment in the internationally bestselling series. Prepare for battle - and find out how it all ends!

Sales points • Ages 9+ • What legions of fans have been waiting for - Book 7, the final instalment and an action-packed finale which won't disappoint. • This series has sold 3.5 million copies worldwide in thirty-three languages, and appeared on the bestseller lists in the UK, France, Sweden, Spain and USA • Recently relaunched with a hugely commercial new cover look • Film in development with Warner-the studio behind the Harry Potter film franchise. Watch this space for more news! • Promotions and giveaways in Kids magazines and online WC • Mixed dumpbin available with bonus badges and poster • Praise for Septimus Heap: • 'Warm, funny and humane, Sage takes care with the destiny of even her smallest characters, and is a real discovery'- The Times • 'Sage navigates her complex setting with suspenseful and well-structured plotlines These books open an array of dazzling worlds. It's worth hopping aboard this bus, and I'm eagerly waiting at the stop'-The Times

Description Septimus Heap, Wizard Apprentice, must fight the remnants of the Darke Domaine. For this, the ancient Alchemie Fyre must be re-lit, a task which will test Septimus to his limits and send him on a perilous journey. Septimus will finally discover who he is - but at what cost? And who will prevail when the greatest Magyk of all is kindled? Prepare for a spellbinding finale, as FYRE masterfully weaves together every character from this epic series.

About the Author Price: $16.99 (NZ$21.99) Angie Sage began her career illustrating books, and then started writing - first toddler books, later chapter books and then ISBN: 9781408836736 the masterful Septimus Heap series. She lives in a fifteenth-century house in Somerset. She has two grown-up daughters. Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x129mm Extent: 232 pages Main Category: Y Children's Sub Category: YFB General Fiction Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living:

Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 Bad Influence William Sutcliffe

William Sutcliffe's Bad Influence picks at the complex knot of childhood relationships and morality, producing his darkest novel yet

Sales points • 'Dark, witty Brilliantly dramatizes the human craving for approval and strong leadership and the lengths we'll go to satisfy it' Kazuo Ishiguo, Observer • 'A must-read if ever there was one' Daily Express • 'Conveys the way you felt aged ten A clever, very powerful book' Guardian

Description Meet Carl: cruel, fun, exciting - a bit older than you, and totally in control.

Your best friend: Ollie, likes Carl - maybe even more than he likes you. You don't want to lose Ollie, so you tag along: playing Carl's games, doing what he says, getting into trouble.

But how far will Carl go before he stops? And just how bad does he have to get before you say No?

About the Author William Sutcliffe was born in London in 1971. He is the author of five novels - the international bestseller Are You Experienced?, The Love Hexagon, New Boy, Whatever Makes You Happy, and, most recently, The Wall. His work has been translated into more than twenty languages.

Price: $19.99 (NZ$24.99) ISBN: 9781408836538 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x129mm Extent: 224 pages Main Category: FA Sub Category: Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living:

Bloomsbury Pb APRIL 2016 The Wall William Sutcliffe

A powerful, searing story of a divided city - where one boy strays on to the wrong side of the wall, and finds his life changed for ever . . .

Sales points • William Sutcliffe writes for young readers for the first time in this powerful novel • Provocative, challenging, brilliantly emotive - this book was inspired by the author's visit to PalFest, but the city is deliberately not named, and could equally apply to any divided city • Prize-friendly and packed with talking points, expect great reviews and word of mouth

Description Joshua is a troubled boy who lives with his mother and stepfather in a divided city, where a wall and soldiers separate two communities and the rubble-strewn residue of their broken world gives hints of the old life before the wall was built. Joshua discovers a manhole, which leads to a tunnel, which leads in pitch darkness under the wall and across to the other side. Forbidden territory, dangerous territory, violent territory, which a boy like him - visibly different - shouldn't stray into. An act of kindness from a girl saves his life, but leads to a brutal act of cruelty and a terrible debt he's determined to repay. And no one, no one must find out that he's been there - or the consequences will be unbearable.

About the Author William Sutcliffe was born in London in 1971. He is the author of five previous novels - the international bestseller Are You Experienced?, The Love Hexagon, New Boy, Bad Influence and, most recently, Whatever Makes You Happy. His work has been translated into more than twenty languages.

Price: $15.99 (NZ$19.99) ISBN: 9781408838433 Format: Paperback Dimensions: 198x129mm Extent: 304 pages

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Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 Something Like Normal Trish Doller

A powerful debut about a young Marine who returns home from Afghanistan, where he finds a new life and love.

Sales points • Ages 12+ • Powerful debut: Trish has channelled the voices of the many young people she knows and has met to create an incredibly true coming of age story. In her deft voice she tackles many dark subjects with a light and funny touch. • Timely subject: As young men and women continue to fight in Afghanistan, their experiences have become a fascinating and important touchstone for young people • Author a children's bookseller: Trish sells books to teens every day and knows firsthand what they look for in fiction • Strong male and female lead characters • A romantic novel, as much about love as it is about the effects of war--will appeal to readers of both sexes • The hardback edition was an Australian teen blogger favourite in 2012 • 'Doller debuts with a timely novel that carves new ground. . . . She addresses posttraumatic stress disorder with honesty and a light touch, making Travis's experience both personal and relatable.' - Publishers Weekly • 'An affecting look at the experience of one teen soldier's experience on leave from Afghanistan At its heart, this too- timely novel is purely honest.' - Kirkus Reviews • 'Doller's debut novel effectively captures the haunted and hallucinatory feeling of a damaged soldier returning home.' - Horn Book • 'A FABULOUS contemporary debut novel. You will want to read this one.' - The Story Siren •

Description When Travis returns home from a stint in Afghanistan, his parents are splitting up, his brother's stolen his girlfriend and his car, and he's haunted by nightmares of his best friend's death. It's not until Travis runs into Harper, a girl he's had a rocky relationship with since middle school, that life actually starts looking up. And as he and Harper see more of each other, he Price: $12.99 (NZ$15.99) begins to pick his way through the minefield of family problems and post-traumatic stress to the possibility of a life that ISBN: 9781619631465 might resemble normal again. Travis's dry sense of humour, and incredible sense of honour, make him an irresistible and Format: Paperback - B format eminently lovable hero. Dimensions: 198x129mm Extent: 224 pages

Main Category: Y Children's About the Author Sub Category: YFB General Fiction TRISH DOLLER has worked as a newspaper reporter and radio personality and is now a bookseller. Something Like Illustrations: Normal was her debut novel. She lives in Florida, USA, with her husband, two dogs, and two mostly grown children. Also, Previous Titles: Author now living: Trish has about a dozen Marines she'd like to adopt.

Bloomsbury Children'S USA APRIL 2016 Where the Stars Still Shine Trish Doller

Happily-ever-after is never quite what you expect in this hot and gritty romance.

Sales points • Ages 12+ • A steamy and compelling romance that was longlisted in the Australian Inky Awards! • The complicated mother-daughter story will appeal to fans of There Will Be Lies and Apple and Rain • Trish's debut Something Like Normal was named one of NPR's Best Young Adult Fiction Finalists and an IndieBound New Voices Pick--one of only a handful of debuts to do so. • Trish Doller combines her depth of knowledge as a parent of teens and a bookseller to teens with her natural storytelling gifts, resulting in another impossible to put down novel. • Trish Doller is an author to watch. Here she takes her skills with romance to the next level with complex characters, smart dialog and true-to-life teens • "Beautiful in its grit and realism, Where the Stars Still Shine is a skillfully woven story of the ties that bind and bond us." - Jessi Kirby, author of Golden • "Compelling Doller does a great job at showing how Callie has a foot in both of her worlds and her intense and volatile emotions." - Library Media Connection •

Description Stolen as a child from a large and loving family, and on the run with her mum for more than ten years, Callie has no idea what normal life might be like. She's never had a home or gone to school, and she gets most of her meals from vending machines.

Then Callie's mum is finally arrested for kidnapping her, and Callie's real dad whisks her back to what would have been her life in small-town Florida. Now she must find a way to leave the past behind and learn to be part of a family. And she must believe that love-even with someone who seems an improbable choice-is more than just a possibility.

Price: $12.99 (NZ$14.99) ISBN: 9781619632981 This searing story of love and betrayal will resonate with readers who want contemporary stories that are gritty and utterly Format: Paperback true. Dimensions: 197x129mm Extent: 352 pages

Main Category: Y Children's About the Author Sub Category: YFB General Fiction Trish Doller is the author of Something Like Normal and The Devil You Know. She's a former newspaper reporter and Illustrations: radio personality who now works as a bookseller at the Ft Myers Barnes and Noble. She lives in Fort Myers, Florida, USA Previous Titles: Author now living: with her two mostly grown children, two dogs, and a pirate. (For real.)

Visit her online at www.trishdoller.com and on Twitter at @TrishDoller.

Bloomsbury Children'S USA APRIL 2016 My Little Star Mark Sperring, illustrated by Nicola O'Byrne

With a gentle message and beautifully tender illustrations, My Little Star is the perfect way to end the day with your own little star.

Sales points • Age 0-5 • The perfect bedtime story, with a gentle message that will coax even the most resistant bed-goers to sleep! • For fans of Goodnight Moon and No Matter What • Beautiful illustrations feature animals from all over the world, including Koalas • Destined to become a bedtime classic • Gentle rhyming text • Written by Mark Sperring, author of Dino-Baby and The Shape of My Heart • Heartwarming illustrations by Nicola O'Byrne, illustrator of Open Very Carefully (Nosy Crow) •

Description When the day is done and sleep draws near, When the moon's aglow and stars appear. I'll whisper something crystal clear - Words meant just for you to hear.

As nighttime falls and the moon starts to shine, parents and children across the world snuggle up together. So cuddle close, because it's time for a bedtime story.

With a gentle message and beautifully tender illustrations, My Little Star is the perfect way to end the day with your own little star.

About the Author Mark Sperring studied at Bath Academy of Art and Camberwell College of Art before working as a printer and a Price: $15.99 (NZ$19.99) bookseller, and later becoming a children's book author. Mark is the author of Dino-Baby (Bloomsbury) and Father ISBN: 9781408849613 Christmas on the Naughty Step (Puffin). He lives in Bristol, UK Format: Paperback Dimensions: 274x245mm Extent: 32 pages Nicola O'Byrne was born in Swaziland. She studied Illustration at Edinburgh College of Art before moving to London to

Main Category: Y Children's study for a masters in Printmaking. In 2010, Nicola was Highly Commended in the Macmillan Prize for Children's Book Sub Category: YB Picture Books, Activity Books & Early Illustration. She has since worked with Blue Apple Books and Nosy Crow. This is Nicola's second book with Bloomsbury, Learning Material her first being Two Little Bears (9781408836941). www.nicolaobyrne.com @NicolaOByrne1 Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living:

Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 Two Little Bears Suzi Moore, illustrated by Nicola O'Byrne

When Little Brown Bear and Little Snow Bear meet by chance, a very special and enduring friendship develops.

Sales points • Ages 0-5 • A warmhearted tale of friendship set against breathtakingly atmospheric backdrops - a feel good hug of a picture book! • Gloriously textured and well-observed illustrations with a soft line and beautifully glowing colours. • With a sparkly foiled cover - the perfect book to share and a beautiful gift. • Will be loved by adults and children alike. •

Description High on a mountainside, Little Brown Bear leaves the warmth of the den. He wrinkles his nose, stretches a paw, and with a deep breath, he goes out to explore. Meanwhile, where it snows and snows, Little Snow Bear leaves the warmth of her snow cave. She wrinkles her nose, stretches a paw, and with a deep breath she goes out to explore. Little Brown Bear and Little Snow Bear may be different on the outside but inside they are just like each other. So when they are brought together by chance, a very special and enduring friendship develops. Two Little Bears is a warmhearted tale of friendship and discovery - a reassuring and uplifting hug of a picture book.

About the Author SUZI MOORE was brought up in Manchester. Suzi's first picture book, Little One's Bedtime (Simon and Schuster) was published in 2011. She also has a fiction series with Simon and Schuster called Lexiland. Suzi now lives in Somerset, UK, with her husband. @SuziMoore1 NICOLA O'BYRNE was born in Swaziland. She studied Illustration at Edinburgh College of Art before moving to London to study for a masters in Printmaking. In 2010, Nicola was Highly Commended in the Macmillan Prize for Children's Book Illustration. She is set to be a bright new illustrating talent. www.nicolaobyrne.com Price: $14.99 (NZ$18.99) @NicolaOByrne1 ISBN: 9781408836941 Format: Paperback Dimensions: 245x274mm Extent: 32 pages Main Category: Y Children's Sub Category: YBC Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living:

Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 The Story Machine Tom McLaughlin

A captivating story about the magic of story telling - The Story Machine will capture your imagination and your heart!

Sales points • Ages 2-7 • Inspiring picture book, celebrating the simple art of storytelling • Appealing central character and charming illustrations from author/editor • "A winner of a book about the power of drawing and story telling" - Oliver Jeffers • "A charming, rewarding, instructive read "- Financial Times • 'A wonderfully imaginative story book' - Parents in Touch • 'This is such a lovely story, and the illustrations are just beautiful . . . I adored every page of it' - The Reading Residence •

Description Elliott is a boy who likes to find things and, one day, he stumbles across a machine. At first, he can't work out what the machine is for – it doesn't beep or buzz like all his other machines and it doesn't have an ON/OFF button. Then, quite by accident, Elliott makes the machine work. The machine makes letters! Elliott thinks it must be a story machine but, sadly, Elliott isn't very good at letters and words. How can he make magical stories without them? But, wait, some of the letters look like pictures. Elliott is good at pictures and, as he discovers, pictures make stories.

An inspiring, uplifting picture book about the simple joys of a typewriter in a world of hi-tech machines. Perfect for fans of Oliver Jeffers.

About the Author TOM MCLAUGHLIN is the author/illustrator of The Diabolical Mr Tiddles (Simon and Schuster) and the illustrator of the Price: $15.99 (NZ$19.99) Captain Boots series of picture books (Puffin). He loves drinking tea, eating lunch and drawing, and he would quite like to ISBN: 9781408839348 be a virtuoso banjo player. Tom lives in Devon with his wife and their two sons. The Story Machine is his first book for Format: Paperback Bloomsbury. Dimensions: 274x245mm Extent: 32 pages

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Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 The Cloudspotter Tom McLaughlin

A beautifully realised picture book, celebrating the power of the imagination and the importance of friendship, from the creator of The Story Machine.

Sales points • For ages 2 - 6. • New in Paperback • A beautiful, feel-good picture book celebrating the power of the imagination and the importance of friendship. • Quirky, fun and interesting - perfect for fans of Oliver Jeffers. • For anyone with a creative imagination who has seen pictures develop in the clouds.

Description His real name was Franklin. But everyone called him The Cloudspotter . . .

Have you ever looked up at the sky to see a whole new world developing in the clouds? You have? Then you'll love this book about Franklin. There isn't a single cloud that Franklin can't spot - big ones, small ones, silly ones, sneaky-pretend- they-can't- see-you ones. But when Scruffy Dog comes along, things begin to change for Franklin. How can he concentrate on cloudpotting when Scruffy is such a distraction? And what's more important - his hobby or his friend?

A beautifully realised picture book, celebrating the power of the imagination and the importance of friendship, from the creator of The Story Machine.

About the Author TOM MCLAUGHLIN is the author/illustrator of The Story Machine (Bloomsbury) and also the Captain Boots series of picture books (Puffin). He loves drinking tea, eating lunch and drawing, and he would quite like to be a virtuoso banjo player. He lives in Devon.

Price: $15.99 (NZ$17.99) ISBN: 9781408854976 Format: Paperback Dimensions: 274x245mm Extent: 32 pages

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Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 Chu's Day Neil Gaiman

When Chu sneezes, bad things happen . . . A gorgeous, funny, friendly picture book from the brand-new combo of dazzlingly award-laden Neil Gaiman and fabulously talented illustrator Adam Rex

Sales points • Ages 2-5 • A hugely appealing central character, a deliciously child-friendly text - a perfect picture book from bestselling author Neil Gaiman • Chu will be back! • Beautiful illustrations from a talented artist • 'Enormous Fun' - The Observer (UK) • 'Rex's illustrations alone are worth the price of the book; while the text is uncomplicated, they are wonderfully inviting. In short, Chu's Day is not to be sneezed at' - West Australian • 'Reading this book to your toddler is guaranteed to get giggles' - Australian Mother and Baby magazine •

Description Meet Chu. Chu is a small panda with a very big sneeze. When Chu sneezes, you REALLY don't want to get in the way. But a whole day of adventure will test Chu's sneeze-resisting powers to the limit - there's the library (dusty books!), the diner (pepper!), and then the circus (all those animals!). How big can a sneeze really be? Just wait and see . . .

About the Author Neil Gaiman, author, scriptwriter and creator of graphic novels, is British and lives in the USA. He is the only writer to have won the Newbery and Carnegie Medals for the same title - The Graveyard Book. His diverse catalogue of books includes Stardust (now a major feature film), the bestselling novel for young readers Coraline (now a major 3D-animated film), and the picture book The Wolves in the Walls, which was shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal. He is also the only writer to have written an episode of Doctor Who and to have featured in an episode of The Simpsons as himself. http: Price: $14.99 (NZ$18.99) //www.gaimanbooks.co.uk/ Adam Rex grew up in Phoenix, Arizona and now lives with his wife inTucson. His first picture ISBN: 9781408828014 book, The Dirty Cowboy by Amy Timberlake, was published in 2003. His picture book Frankenstein Makes a Sandwich, a Format: Paperback collection of stories about monsters and their problems, was a New York Times Bestseller. He has also written books for Dimensions: 241x216mm Extent: 32 pages teenagers and adults including Fat Vampire and The True Meaning of Smekday. Adam received the Jack Gaughan Main Category: Y Children's Award for Best Emerging Artist in 2005. Sub Category: YBC Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living:

Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 Chu's First Day at School Neil Gaiman

The second funny and friendly picture book from the brilliant combo of dazzlingly award-laden Neil Gaiman and fabulously talented illustrator Adam Rex

Sales points • Ages 3-6 • The second title in the successful series about the adorable Chu, now in paperback • A hugely appealing central character and a brilliantly child-friendly text • A clever take on first-day-at-school nerves, with a hilarious and heart-warming ending • Neil Gaiman has a massive fan base, including a Twitter following of over 2 million

Description Chu is a little panda with a BIG sneeze and when his first day at school approaches he is nervous. Will the other boys and girls be nice? Will they like Chu? A fabulously warm and funny story about little Chu and his enormous sneeze!

About the Author Neil Gaiman, author, scriptwriter and creator of graphic novels, is British and lives in the USA. He is the only writer to have won the Newbery and Carnegie Medals for the same title - The Graveyard Book. His diverse catalogue of books includes Stardust (now a major feature film), the bestselling novel for young readers Coraline (now a major 3D-animated film), and the picture book The Wolves in the Walls, which was shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal. He is also the only writer to have written an episode of Doctor Who and to have featured in an episode of The Simpsons as himself. http: //www.gaimanbooks.co.uk/ @neilhimself Adam Rex grew up in Phoenix, Arizona and now lives with his wife inTucson. His first picture book, The Dirty Cowboy by Amy Timberlake, was published in 2003. His picture book Frankenstein Makes a Sandwich, a collection of stories about monsters and their problems, was a New York Times Bestseller. He has also written books for teenagers and adults including Fat Vampire and The True Meaning of Smekday. Adam received the Jack Gaughan Award for Best Emerging Artist in 2005. http://adamrex.com @MrAdamRex

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Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 Found Salina Yoon

A heartwarming tale about a familiar childhood mishap from award-winning creator of Penguin and Pinecone.

Sales points • Ages 2-6 • Reissued alongside Stormy Night • If you loved the friendship between Penguin and Pinecone, just wait until you see the friendship between Bear and Bunny! • Loving and losing favourite toys is a universally relatable topic • Appealing and commercial art: This art is perfect for young ones, but with an "aww" factor that adults will love • A heartwarming, emotionally fulfilling story • Praise for Penguin and Pinecone: • "Crisp illustrations that capture a genuinely loving heart . . . a strong if whimsical choice for those separated from loved ones." - Kirkus Reviews • "This picture book, like many before it, proves that love comes in many forms." - Booklist • "Simple yet affecting . . . ideal for a lesson plan on friendship, this book explores the theme sweetly and boldly." - Library Media Connection, recommended •

Description When Bear finds a lost stuffed toy bunny in the forest, he begins to worry. After all, the stuffed bunny must feel lonely and want to return safely to its owner and home! But as Bear diligently searches for the bunny's owner, posting notices high and low, he begins to grow attached to his newfound friend. What will happen when the bunny's owner finally comes forward? Was Bear meant to find Bunny all along? Prolific author/illustrator Salina Yoon's spare text and bright, energetic illustrations bring to life this endearing story celebrating love and friendship in many forms, reminding us that nothing is lost that is not meant to be found.

Price: $15.99 (NZ$19.99) About the Author ISBN: 9781408854402 SALINA YOON studied art and design at the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California. She never planned on Format: Paperback writing books, but her illustrations demanded it. The need for words outweighed her fear of writing. Salina is an award- Dimensions: 235x235mm winning author/illustrator of more than 100 books for children, including Penguin and Pinecone, Penguin on Vacation, and Extent: 40 pages

Main Category: Y Children's Penguin in Love. She lives in San Diego, California, with her family.

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Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 Stormy Night Salina Yoon

Bear and Floppy the bunny are back! Together they face a common fear in this wonderfully readable and beautifully illustrated tale

Sales points • Ages 2-6 • The return of these favourite characters from Found. Bear and his stuffed animal Floppy are winning many fans, adding to Salina's massive and ever-growing fan base, and readers will be clamouring to see what happens next to these adorable characters • Universally relatable topic: fear of storms is a familiar childhood issue • Appealing and commercial art. Perfect for young ones and adults alike! • Praise for Found: • "A terrific combination for preschoolers and early readers who will sympathise with Bear's competing desires" - New York Times • "A thoughtful, flawlessly executed exploration of theory of mind and emotional intelligence" - Publisher's Weekly, starred review

Description When thunder shakes his house and rain pounds the windows, Bear is frightened. But comforting his Mama, Papa and Floppy helps make the storm seem not as scary. Before Bear knows it, the storm has passed, because even storms need their sleep . and so do bears.

A hugely heartwarming tale about the fear of thunder and how to overcome it.

About the Author SALINA YOON studied art and design at the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California. She never planned on writing books, but her illustrations demanded it. The need for words outweighed her fear of writing. Salina is an award- Price: $15.99 (NZ$19.99) winning author/illustrator of more than 100 books for children, including Penguin and Pinecone, Penguin on Vacation, and ISBN: 9781408862315 Penguin in Love. She lives in San Diego, California, with her family. Format: Paperback Dimensions: 235x235mm Extent: 40 pages www.salinayoon.com

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Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 Bear's Big Day Salina Yoon

In this third story in Salina Yoon's adorable and critically acclaimed Bear and Bunny series, the delightful duo face a brand new experience--going to school!

Sales points • Ages 2 - 6 • A new, school-focused title in the beloved, acclaimed Bear and Bunny series, from popular author-illustrator Salina Yoon: Readers and reviewers have already fallen in love with Bear and Bunny in Found and Stormy Night; now, the adorable pair returns for a story about the all-too-relatable topic of starting school for the first time. • Top-selling author/illustrator on our list who continues to grow: Salina's titles have performed phenomenally well for Bloomsbury (275,000 net copies globally), and combined with her out-of-house sales, she has sold over 1.25 million books worldwide! We've just signed up a brand new book with her - Boy Meets Girl - that will pub in January 2016, and we can't wait to keep publishing with her. • Focuses on starting school, a common childhood experience: All parents and kids face that nerve-wracking first day of school! Readers of all ages will relate to Bear as he enters this new world.

Description It's Bear's very first day of school! He wants to be grown up, so he leaves his stuffed bunny Floppy at home along with all his familiar things. But being away from his best friend is hard--and the first day doesn't turn out quite how like Bear wanted it to. Bear learns that the first day of school might not always be perfect, and being grown up doesn't have to mean giving up the things he loves.

This third book in the Bear and Bunny series from beloved, bestselling author-illustrator Salina Yoon tackles big themes like starting school and being independent, even in scary new situations.

About the Author Salina Yoon is an award-winning author/illustrator of nearly 200 books for children, including Penguin and Pinecone, Price: $14.99 (NZ$15.99) Penguin on Vacation, Penguin in Love, Penguin and Pumpkin, Penguin's Big Adventure, Found, Stormy Night, and Boy ISBN: 9781408879795 Meets Girl. She studied art and design at the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California, and now lives in San Format: Paperback Diego with her family. Dimensions: 235x235mm Extent: 40 pages

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Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 Klaus Vogel And The Bad Lads David Almond and Vladimir Stankovic

They call themselves the Bad Lads, but it's all mischief; no real trouble. Until it is. And then German refugee Klaus arrives, and makes a stand. Poignant and powerful narrative about intolerance and freeing yourself from bad influences, by an award-winning author.

Sales points • Reading Age: 7 Interest Age: Teen • From Carnegie Medalist David Almond • Top author - one of the most notable and innovative authors for children of recent years, and winner of the Carnegie Medal, the Smarties Award and the Whitbread children's Award • A low-reading age title for teens with a powerful message

Description When a German refugee moves to a small English town in the aftermath of World War II, he is an outsider. The gang decide to take Klaus under their wing, but their increasingly hateful pranks under the leadership of new lad Joe cause Klaus to question their actions. A powerful and emotive tale about standing up to bullies. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 12+.

About the Author David Almond is widely regarded as one of the most exciting and innovative children's authors writing today. His books are bestsellers all over the world, with sales of over a million copies. David has won and been shortlisted for a raft of the most prestigious awards in children's literature and is most well-known for Skellig, which won the Whitbread Children's Award and the Carnegie Medal.

Price: $14.99 (NZ$0.00) ISBN: 9781781122693 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x130mm Extent: 72 pages

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Barrington Stoke APRIL 2016 The Hat Trick Martin Remphry and Terry Deary

Jud steps in as goalie at the local football team. Jud's dad is all for it, but mum isn't convinced. This football story ends with a brilliant twist!

Sales points • Reading age 7, interest age 8-13 • Great new look for the low-reading age version of a Barrington Stoke football classic • Terry's Barrington Stoke backlist sales alone are well over 100,000 copies! • 'Well crafted stories with broad appeal from an enviable stable of talented writers.' - The Bookseller

Description It's up to Jud and her magic football boots to win the match...but will she be able to? A heartwarming football story suitable for boys and girls. When Jud receives an extra special Christmas present from her dad out of his magic hat she couldn't be more thrilled - finally her very own pair of football boots! She can't wait to try them out, can the shoes really be magic like her dad says? Then it's the big match and Jud has to step in as goalie. There's everything to play for and with Jud's team two-nil down, their star player is hurt! Can Jud take his place and save the match?

About the Author Terry Deary is the author of over 130 books in the UK and is one of the most successful children's authors of all time. His Horrible Histories series has sold over 6 million copies in the UK and has been translated into over 40 languages, as well as being adapted into a BAFTA award-winning television series for CBBC.

Price: $11.99 (NZ$0.00) ISBN: 9781781124154 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x130mm Extent: 64 pages

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Barrington Stoke APRIL 2016 The Rats Of Meadowsweet Farm Dick King-Smith and Victor Ambrus

Animal Farm meets Shaun the Sheep in this darkly funny story from award-winning Dick King-Smith - with full colour artwork.

Sales points • Dick King-Smith is the author of the acclaimed The Sheep-Pig which was adapted into the blockbuster movie Babe and has sold into more than fifteen languages around the globe • Beautiful full colour illustrations by the wonderful Victor Ambrus of Time Team fame • Fun activities in the jacket flaps - a unique feature of the Little Gems; high spec production and design • Successful and acclaimed new series for 5 to 8s • Little Gems have dyslexia-friendly features to help ALL readers develop good reading practice

Description Life on Meadowsweet Farm has always had a balance - Farmer Green turns a blind eye to the messiness of his farm and the rats run the show, glorying in the muck and the mire. Well, one rat in particular - Ripper the King Rat. But one day things turn upside down when Farmer Green kills some of Ripper's best men. Now the rats are out for revenge. High quality cream paper and a special easy-to-read font ensure a smooth read for all.

About the Author After serving as a soldier in World War II , Dick King-Smith became a farmer and then a teacher of English. His first book, The Fox Busters, was published in 1978 and he went on to become one of the most prolific English writers for children. He is best known for The Sheep-Pig, which was adapted into the movie Babe in 1995, and won the 1984 Guardian Children's Fiction Prize. He was awarded an Honorary Master of Education degree by the University of the West of England in 1999 and appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 2010 New Year Honours. He passed away in 2011.

Price: $12.99 (NZ$0.00) ISBN: 9781781124178 Format: Paperback Dimensions: 168x126mm Extent: 96 pages

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Barrington Stoke APRIL 2016 Hagurosan Darren Shan and Zack McLaughlin

When Hagurosan steals from the spirits in the shrine, the spirits punish him. But Hagurosan's punishment is also a thing of wonder.

Sales points • Reading Age: 8 Interest Age: 8-12 • Best-selling children's author of Cirque du Freak • Over 20 million copies of his books sold worldwide • Beautifully illustrated and packaged with strong jacket treatment • Tried and tested easy-to-read layouts ensure accessibility for even the most reluctant reader • Award-winning Barrington Stoke have 15 years experience in publishing books for the dyslexic, struggling and reluctant reader and have sold nearly 3 million books worldwide •

Description Terrific horror-with-a-heart adventure from a master of fantasy. When Hagurosan is told to take an offering to the shrine, he reluctantly begins his trek up the mountain. But when he gets hungry and eats the cake meant for the spirits, things take a turn that no one could have expected. Now Hagurosan must face the consequences of his actions.

About the Author Darren's first children's book, Cirque du Freak, which he'd written as a fun side-project, was published and became the first book in a series titled The Saga of Darren Shan (or Cirque du Freak). Shan quickly followed up his vampiric saga with The Demonata, a series about demons. The Demonata cemented Shan's place in the UK as the Master Of Children's Horror, and saw him score his first UK #1 bestseller. He also wrote a one-off short book, called Koyasan, for World Book Day in the UK.

Price: $11.99 (NZ$0.00) ISBN: 9781781122068 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x130mm Extent: 72 pages

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Barrington Stoke APRIL 2016 Brock Anthony McGowan and Staffan Gnosspelius

A moving tale of one boy's determination to save a badger cub, and protect his brother, from the hands of the local thugs.

Sales points • Reading Age: 8+ Interest Age: Teen • Few other writers for the young better understand the pull of the gang and the fear of the bully.. It is about why animals are beyond our infantile projections of good and bad... but still deserve human compassion. Don't miss it.' - The Times • Anthony McGowan's The Fall was shortlisted for the Sheffield Children's Book Award 2012 and won the Coventry Book Award/ Fancy a Quickie Short Novel prize • Award-winning Barrington Stoke has 15 years experience in publishing books for the dyslexic, struggling and reluctant reader and has sold over 3 million books worldwide

Description A bleakly poetic tale about one boy's determination to save a badger cub from the destructive hands of a local gang. When Nicky finds Jezbo and his gang digging up a badger set, there's not a lot he can do to save them. But one badger cub has escaped - can Nicky save it? Another stunning and moving novella in the spirit of Kes from award-winning Anthony McGowan.

About the Author Anthony McGowan is one of the most widely acclaimed young-adult authors in the UK. His books have won several major awards, and been shortlisted for many more. He has also written highly regarded adult fiction, as well as books for younger readers. He has a PhD on the history of beauty, and has taught philosophy and creative writing.

Price: $14.99 (NZ$0.00) ISBN: 9781781122082 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x130mm Extent: 136 pages

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Barrington Stoke APRIL 2016 How Brave Is That? Anne Fine and Vicki Gausden

Tom has to pass his exams to join the army - but uniform woes keep getting in the way! A classic fine tale of bravery and friendship.

Sales points • Reading Age: 7; interest age: 8-12 • Anne Fine has twice won the Carnegie Medal and been named the British Book Awards Children's Author of the Year • Tried and tested easy-to-read layouts ensure accessibility for even the most reluctant reader • Award-winning Barrington Stoke have 15 years experience in publishing books for the dyslexic, struggling and reluctant reader and have sold nearly 3 million books worldwide

Description Touching comedy from an award-winning author. Tom wants to join the army, but he has to pass his exams first! When he turns up without proper uniform on exam day, strict Mrs Dell threatens to send him home. There are spare clothes available, but is Tom brave enough to face the exam hall - in a skirt? Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers of 8+.

About the Author Anne Fine is a best-selling author and former Children's Laureate, having written more than fifty books for children of all ages. She has won numerous awards including the Roald Dahl Funny Prize, the Carnegie Medal, the Whitbread Award, the Guardian Children's Fiction Award, and was awarded an OBE in 2003 for her services to children's literature.

Price: $11.99 (NZ$0.00) ISBN: 9781781122433 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x130mm Extent: 64 pages

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Barrington Stoke APRIL 2016 My Friend's A Gris-Kwok Andy Rowland and Malorie Blackman

Two friends have to cope with a very challenging babysitting job in this charming comedy from Malorie Blackman.

Sales points • Award-winning author of great repute • Interest Age: 5-8 • Successful and acclaimed new series for 5 to 8s: quality stories by top authors and high spec production and design - the Little Gems help all readers develop good reading practice • Features fun animal jokes and spot-the-difference activity in jacket flaps

Description Mike had no idea that his best friend Alex was a Gris-Kwok - he can turn into any living creature he chooses. But so can Alex's naughty little sister Polly, and it's not long before Mike and Alex are dealing with a whole heap of trouble! A hilarious and thrilling read. Particularly suitable for 6-10s with reading age of 6+.

About the Author Malorie Blackman OBE is one of the UK's best-loved writers for children and young people and has won the Eleanor Farjeon Award, Children's Book Award and the W.H.Smith Award and has been nominated for the Carnegie Medal. She has written over 50 books, including the award winning Noughts and Crosses trilogy. She has also written Hostage for Barrington Stoke. Malorie lives in Beckenham, Kent.

Price: $12.99 (NZ$0.00) ISBN: 9781781122440 Format: Paperback Dimensions: 168x126mm Extent: 96 pages

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Barrington Stoke APRIL 2016 The Pilot And The Little Prince Peter Sis

The beautifully illustrated life story of Antoine de Saint-Exupery - an aviator, adventurer, pioneer and war hero, as well as the author of one of the world's most beloved children's books, The Little Prince.

Sales points • 'A sumptuous allegory, magnificently drawn, by another poet who has wandered far from his home in order to find his own horizon.' - Le Monde • 'A fascinating book, The Pilot and the Little Prince invites big kids (literal and metaphorical) to take the time to dig in its pages to lose oneself in delicate drawings, dreamlike and peppered with sly winks.' - Liberation • 'Extraordinary and wonderful.' -- Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review

Description Antoine de Saint-Exupery was born in France in 1900, when aeroplanes were just being invented. He always dreamt of flying, and when he became a pilot as a young man, his adventures truly began. He was one of the first pilots to deliver mail by plane and, along with his fellow pilots, helped to create new routes to faraway places. Antoine flew over mountains and deserts, battled winds and storms, and even tried to break aviation records. He also crashed a number of times. From his plane he reflected on life on the earth and in the skies, and this inspired him to write about his experiences. Peter Sis's remarkable biography celebrates the author of The Little Prince, one of the world's most beloved books.

About the Author Born in Czechoslovakia in 1949, Peter Sis is an internationally renowned author and illustrator of many books for children. He has now received, among many awards, three Caldecott Honours, the Bologna Ragazzi Nonfiction Award, the Deutscher Jugendliteraturpreis, and the MacArthur Foundation 'Genius' Award. He also received the Hans Christian Andersen Award in 2012 for his lasting contribution to children's illustration. He has lived in New York City in America since 1984.

Price: $24.99 (NZ$29.99) ISBN: 9781782690597 Format: Hard Cover Dimensions: 312x9mm Extent: 50 pages Main Category: Y Children's Sub Category: YN Children's & Ya General Non-fiction Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living:

Pushkin Children's APRIL 2016 Catlantis Anna Starobinets

A thrilling, funny story about a heroic cat on a mission.

Sales points • First English translation of this delightful, funny children's book about cats with superpowers • The author is an acclaimed and award - winning emerging Russian talent Illustrated by Andrzei Klimowski , the internationally renowned illustrator who designed the iconic Wodehouse jackets for Everyman • Charming and funny •

Description As everyone knows, cats are descended from the prehistoric, beautiful, mighty Catlanteans. They had magical powers, and they lived their wonderful nine lives on the legendary island of Catlantis. Until, one day, cataclysm and catastrophe caused it to sink into the ocean and disappear without a trace. And now, the heroic ginger cat Baguette is sent on a mission: to find the magical Catlantean flower and save the lives of all the cats in the world. But will the beastly black cat Noir succeed in foiling Baguette's carefully laid plans? Will Baguette return safely from his travels back in time to Catlantis? Will he ever get to marry Purriana, the love of his life?

About the Author Anna Starobinets is an acclaimed, award-winning Russian novelist, children's author, scriptwriter and journalist. She is perhaps best known as a writer of dystopian and metaphysical novels and short stories, and has been called 'the Russian Queen of Horror'. Catlantis is her second children's book.

Price: $24.99 (NZ$27.99) ISBN: 9781782690887 Format: Hard Cover Dimensions: 200x148mm Extent: 128 pages

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Pushkin Children's APRIL 2016 The Great Dragon Bake-Off Nicola O'Byrne

Fabulously funny and perfect for fans of BBCs Great British Bake Off!

Sales points • Written and illustrated by Nicola O'Byrne, winner of the Waterstones Children's Book Prize 2014 WC Witty, imaginative, highly original - and perfect for fans of BBCs Great British

Meet Flamie Oliver. To look at, Flamie is as terrifying as a dragon can get. But behind closed doors, Flamie is . . . a stupendously spectacular Star Baker! That's right - choux, rough, salty, sweet and puff - Flamie loves it all. In fact, he loves baking so much that his studies at the Ferocious Dragon Academy are starting to suffer, and there's a chance he won't graduate! Flamie's going to need a real showstopper to get out of this one.

On your marks, get set . . . BAKE!

About the Author Nicola O'Byrne was born in Swaziland. She studied Illustration at Edinburgh College of Art before moving to London to study for a masters in Printmaking. In 2010, Nicola was WC Highly Commended in the Macmillan Prize for Children's Book Illustration. In 2014, Nicola won the Waterstones Children's Book Prize for Open Very Carefully (Nosy Crow). This is Nicola's third book with Bloomsbury, her first two being Two Little Bears, written by Suzi Moore and My Little Star, written by Mark Sperring. www.nicolaobyrne.com

Price: $24.99 (NZ$25.99) ISBN: 9781408839553 Format: Hard Cover Dimensions: 245x274mm Extent: 32 pages Main Category: YBC Sub Category: Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living:

Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 The Famishing Vanishing Mahoosive Mammoth Hollie Hughes

A funny story about a hairy mammoth with a mahoosive appetite - guaranteed to delight fans of Julia Donaldson, Neal Layton, Alex T. Smith and Lauren Child

Sales points • A jaunty, clever and fun rhyming text that will delight all fans of Julia Donaldson With artwork by the talented Leigh Hodgkinson - will appeal to fans of Alex T. Smith, Neal Layton and Lauren Child A joy to read aloud, this is the perfect book for sharing

Description I'm so famishing I'm vanishing!' The famishing vanishing mahoosive mammoth is a hairy beast who simply can't think of anything but his tummy. So how, then, can his friend Bug distract him? Find out in this hilarious rhyming picture book about one hairy mammoth with a ridiculously large appetite, and one loyal friend with a clever plan. With oodles of fun and laughter, it's the perfect picture book for all fans of Julia Donaldson, Neal Layton, Alex T. Smith and Lauren Child.

About the Author Hollie Hughes is a talented new picture book author. Having three children of her own, she is perfectly tuned into the reading habits and tastes of young children. The Famishing Vanishing Mahoosive Mammoth is Hollie's debut picture book and there'll be lots more to come. Hollie lives in Essex with her family. Leigh Hodgkinson is the talent behind picture books such as Colin and the Snoozebox (Orchard), Goldilocks and Just the One Bear (Nosy Crow) and Don't Dip Your Chips in Your Drink, Kate (Orchard) to name but a few. She is an award-winning animator who was art director on the BAFTA Award-winning series, Charlie and Lola. Leigh has an amazing eye for colour, design, print and pattern. The Famishing Vanishing Mahoosive Mammoth is her second picture book for Bloomsbury, after Are You Sitting Comfortably?, which she also wrote. She lives in Lewes, near Brighton, with her husband and their two young children.

Price: $24.99 (NZ$25.99) ISBN: 9781408862773 Format: Hard Cover Dimensions: 268x268mm Extent: 32 pages Main Category: Sub Category: Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living:

Bloomsbury Child APRIL 2016 Learning to Swear in America Katie Kennedy

Brimming with humor and one-of-a-kind characters, this end-of-the-world debut novel will grab hold of Andrew Smith and Rainbow Rowell fans.

Sales points • Contemporary and with a smart science twist, this kind of voice-driven YA gets buzzed about! Ideal fiction for fans of Andrew Smith and Rainbow Rowell. • Bold, complex, and funny: The character-driven story carries the day over the apocalyptic setting, but the humor in this fresh debut brings it to the next level. • Fascinating setting: NASA! We're all obsessed with exploring the cosmos, and NASA is having a social media moment. Teens who love science (and even those who don't) will love the accessible look at a career in science/physics. • Promising debut author: Katie is going to write more smart, contemporary YA, probably always with a nerd twist! Nerdfighters rejoice, and keep an eye out for more in Spring 17!

Description An asteroid is hurtling toward Earth. A big, bad one. Maybe not kill-all-the-dinosaurs bad, but at least kill-everyone-in- California-and-wipe-out-Japan-with-a-tsunami bad. Yuri, a physicist prodigy from Russia, has been recruited to aid NASA as they calculate a plan to avoid disaster.

The good news is Yuri knows how to stop the asteroid--his research in antimatter will probably win him a Nobel prize if there's ever another Nobel prize awarded. But the trouble is, even though NASA asked for his help, no one there will listen to him. He's seventeen, and they've been studying physics longer than he's been alive.

Then he meets (pretty, wild, unpredictable) Dovie, who lives like a normal teenager, oblivious to the impending doom. Being with her, on the adventures she plans when he's not at NASA, Yuri catches a glimpse of what it means to save the world and live a life worth saving. Price: $20.99 (NZ$21.99) ISBN: 9781619639096 Prepare to laugh, cry, cringe, and have your mind burst open with the questions of the universe. Format: Hard Cover Dimensions: 210x140mm Extent: 352 pages About the Author

Main Category: Y Children's Katie Kennedy is a history professor in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan (closer to Wisconsin, really). She studied Sub Category: YFA Classic Fiction Russian History in college. She has a son in high school, and a daughter in college. This is her first novel. Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living: @katiewritesbooks

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