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Change the history that pupils learn at Key Stage 3. Reframe familiar topics, discover forgotten stories and amplify unheard voices. Through an evocative, story-based approach,…

THE MASTERFUL NEW THRILLER IN THE ICONIC KAREN PIRIE SERIES, NOW A MAJOR TV SERIES Praise for Val McDermid 'McDermid is at her considerable best'…

How do we engage students in the study of 19th century literature? How can a novel of this period be made relevant to the 21st…

Orphan. Governess. Lover. Survivor. Orphaned at a young age, Jane Eyre endures a childhood of abuse and neglect, first at the hands of her aunt…

'Few people can write the way Jendella does' - Kelechi Okafor, author of Edge of Here 'All That We've Got is simply brilliant' - Dorothy…

Explore the ingenious and funny behaviours found in the animal kingdom. Animals can't talk like we do, and yet they have found a variety of…

Explore the ingenious and funny behaviours found in the animal kingdom. To survive in the animal kingdom, creatures big and small have developed clever and…

Learn about the human body by meeting some hilarious characters who are keen to explain why they are the most important! This book makes science…

Learn about different sorts of energy by meeting some hilarious characters who are keen to explain why they are the most important! This book makes…

One man, his piano and their miraculous survival. 'Extraordinary' Baroness Julia Neuberger 'Powerful and gruelling ... an almost unimaginable story of horror and survival' Mail…

IT'S TIME TO REDEFINE MIDDLE AGE MAKE THE MIDPOINT THE START OF THE REST OF YOUR LIFE! Inspired by the hit podcast, The Mid-Point Plan…

Explore weird, wonderful and mind-blowing tech and discover the tech breakthroughs that are shaping the future. Super Tech is a high-interest STEM series that groups…

Explore weird, wonderful and mind-blowing tech and discover the tech breakthroughs that are shaping the future. Super Tech is a high-interest STEM series that groups…

Does the topic of materials give you a sinking feeling? Find out how to float to the top of the class with this book -…

Charles Darwin tells the story of this key scientific figure, covering his origins as the son of a wealthy doctor, his famous voyage on HMS…

Be careful of the dark and those that call it friend. Katherine Woodrow is fey, and all she wants is to graduate from the Institute…

THE ULTIMATE ROMANTIC SUMMER READ: FORCED-PROXIMITY, RIVALS TO LOVERS AND GRUMPY/SUNSHINE! A delayed flight won't stop them from breaking up the wedding of the year…

Each book in the A Dinosaur Story series follows a group of dinosaur friends who get into some sticky situations but in doing so, helps…

Each book in the A Dinosaur Story series follows a group of dinosaur friends who get into some sticky situations but in doing so, helps…

Is the science of light a bit shadowy to you? This book will help you to work like a scientist: testing ideas, making investigations and…

Marie Curie tells the story of this key scientific figure - covering her origins as the daughter of a Polish teacher through her work on…

'WICKEDLY FUNNY' JENNY JACKSON 'A PERFECT NOVEL' CATHERINE NEWMAN 'I LOVED IT' PANDORA SYKES It's a beautiful day in Newport, Rhode Island, when Phoebe Stone…

Nick Cutter, author of #HorrorBookTok sensation The Troop, returns with a heart-pounding novel of terror about a young woman searching for her missing friend and…

This heart-warming second chance love story about hope and healing from USA Today bestselling author Annie Rains is perfect for fans of Raeanne Thayne and…

A woman slipping through the cracks . . . When a young Vietnamese girl goes missing in Scotland, DI Birch knows there is more to…

'Tender and emotional, just absolutely beautiful' JOSIE SILVER 'Maggie was the perfect protagonist to travel the world with' CESCA MAJOR 'Cathy Bramley explores grief, courage…

This comprehensive guide brings together the diverse experiences of supervisors and supervisees following the music therapy career journey from the first training placement to an…

THE ONLY WAY TO SURVIVE...IS IF SOMEONE CONFESSES TO MURDER ***GUARDIAN CRIME AND THRILLERS OF THE MONTH***THE SUN BOOK OF THE WEEK*** 'Fiendishly clever and…

Perfect for fans of Jill Mansell, Veronica Henry and Santa Montefiore: the brand-new summer read from the bestselling author of THE VILLA. Dorset, 1965: twenty-five-year-old…

Emma is pretty sure that love at first sight doesn't exist. She's had enough disappointing dates to have stopped believing in the one. Kieran is…

When Rab was a baby, his mother made a decision which would change his life. She feared he would be sent to work in the…

Cristina's son was about to embark on gender-affirming care that would likely cause infertility, when she realised the need to support both her child and…

Go on an around-the-world trip to meet eight of the world's most beloved big cats. Meet the cats that roar from the highest mountains, the…

From the No. 1 New York Times and TikTok bestselling author Vi Keeland comes a twisty and addictive thriller. As a college English professor, Elizabeth…

A playful examination of how science's silliest research leads to crucial breakthroughs and enduring insights. Why would anyone research how elephants pee? Or study worms…

In this compelling historical debut, three extraordinary women are forced on a journey of survival during the Japanese occupation of Hong Kong in World War…

This book brings together the deep subject knowledge, resources and classroom strategies needed to teach J. B. Priestley's famous play for GCSE, as well as…

Flora Stormer has a brush with death when she finds an ancient Egyptian amulet and meets Rana, the ghost of its former owner! Rana needs…

ADHD is the must-have, parenting bible, containing everything you need to know to raise a happy child with ADHD. Written by Jessie Hewitson, an award-winning…

THERE'S NO SUCH THING AS AN ORDINARY LOVE STORY 'Almost unbearably beautiful. Ordinary Love is extraordinary' Emilia Hart, bestselling author of Weyward 'Profoundly moving' Emily…

One train. No stops. A deadly game of survival and revenge. In 1942, six people destroyed Anna Matheson's family. Twelve years later, she's ready for…

Don't miss the next utterly gripping and spine-tingling thriller from bestselling author Nina Manning, available to pre-order now! You won't want to leave... until you…

Cold brew has taken the coffee world by storm, with its sweeter, mellower taste and potential health benefits. Brewed by leaving coffee grounds to steep…

September, 1940. Three women of the Checquy, the secret organization tasked with protecting Britain from supernatural threats, stand in the sky above London and see…

For any kid who's ever wanted to take a rocket apart to see how it works - this book invites you to slice, dice and…

For any kid who's ever wanted to take a roller coaster apart to see how it works - this book invites you to slice, dice…

An entertaining collection uncovering the stories around some incredible inventions told in comic strips. Discover how the Wright Brothers got into flying planes, the science…

An entertaining collection uncovering the stories of medical discoveries told in comic strips. Discover the story of how Charles Drew saved millions by storing blood…

Every day brings a new adventure for Professor Hoot - and a new learning experience. At sunrise, Professor Hoot sets off to plan a new…

Every day brings a new adventure for Professor Hoot - and a new learning experience. Have you ever gazed at the night sky and wondered…

Join the kids of the Science Club and discover plants through a combination of adventure and activity in this fun, story-based series for young scientists…

Join the kids of the Science Club and discover the human body through a combination of adventure and activity in this fun, story-based series for…

South London, 1981: Daphne is the only Black girl in her class. All she wants is to keep her head down, preferably in a book.…

The greatest adventure is coming back home. Lila Metcalfe is a trainee journalist in Derby and she's very used to being given the stories that…

After a decade on the run, Tory Arknett knows the ugly business of staying free better than he knows himself. But his freedom hinges on…

A hilarious and whip-smart crime novel by the multimillion-copy bestselling author of the Horrible Histories. The perfect mystery for fans of Anthony Horowitz, Robert Thorogood…

'It's Murder She Wrote as you've never seen it before' Sir Lenny Henry 'The formidable Miss Hortense will be your new favourite literary sleuth! Fresh,…

'A major new talent announces himself' Attica Locke, New York Times bestselling author of Guide Me Home and Bluebird, Bluebird 'A debut of enormous ambition…

It's the middle of the night. It's pouring with rain. You've woken up in the middle of a field, alone, surrounded by dead bodies. And…

How do you stop an assassination when you're working with the number one suspect? When secret organizations are forced to merge after years of enmity…

Margate is in the grip of a heatwave when David Whitehouse stumbles across the mysterious story of a local woman who lived on the ground…

Dive into this hilarious, fully illustrated guide packed with tongue-in-cheek tips to prepare you for an exciting new life chapter - retirement! Attention all retirees!…

Dive into this hilarious, fully illustrated guide packed with tongue-in-cheek tips to prepare you for the rollercoaster ride of a lifetime - being a grandparent!…

If you've ever been curious about the rich culture and vibrant history of Ancient Greece, dive into this whirlwind tour and discover the highlights of…

Make unbelievable illusion cakes that will fool your family and confuse your friends! Featuring 20 hyper-realistic, incredible cakes, go behind the scenes with The Bake…

One train. No stops. A deadly game of survival and revenge. In 1942, six people destroyed Anna Matheson's family. Twelve years later, she's ready for…

This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and…

A moving, honest and revealing memoir of living with chronic illness, and an examination of the ways a relationship with the natural world can affect…

Don't miss the next utterly gripping and spine-tingling thriller from bestselling author Nina Manning, available to pre-order now! You won't want to leave... until you…

Pitching sucks. The word alone conjures up dull PowerPoint decks, pushy tactics, and shouty emails. But it doesn't have to be that way. Danny Fontaine,…

With fire pit sales hotter than ever, it's time to take outdoor cooking to the next level with grilled flatbreads, barbecue chicken packets, and cast-iron…

A must-have sticker book filled with 1,000+ stickers representing Taylor Swift's 11 eras and more! Explore Taylor Swift's eleven eras-with stickers! Illustrated by Brooke O'Neill,…

Brain Quest Phonics is a new extension to the best-selling Brain Quest series. These fun, engaging, and curriculum-based workbooks are designed to meet the need…

Brain Quest Phonics is a new extension to the best-selling Brain Quest series. These fun, engaging, and curriculum-based workbooks are designed to meet the need…

'One of the best books I've read this year' Jodi Picoult The darkest beach read imaginable, with a protagonist that no reader could predict' Plum…

A REMARKABLE, UNIQUE DOUBLE-AWARD-WINNING JAPANESE THRILLER In the wake of a brutal war with a rival cartel, a certain drug lord flees Mexico and ends…

THE MULTI-AWARD-WINNING JAPANESE HISTORICAL THRILLER The winter of 1578, four years prior to the Honnnoji Incident. Araki Murashige has betrayed his ally Oda Nobunaga and…

A surprising and compelling journey into the business of paranormal investigation, and the state of scientific literacy in America. In 2010, in a small New…

Two sisters discover the fairy tales written by their great-grandmother during WWII in this riveting tale of one woman's secrets lost in the chaos of…

NOW A NATIONAL BESTSELLER (USA TODAY)! America's most sought-after voice in the fight to save female sports shares her unbelievable story and inspires readers to…

A hilarious, informative, and vibrantly illustrated guide to 101 bird songs that sound surprisingly familiar. Have you ever gone for a walk in the woods…

Brain Quest Phonics is a new extension to the best-selling Brain Quest series. These fun, engaging, and curriculum-based workbooks are designed to meet the need…

Brain Quest Phonics is a new extension to the best-selling Brain Quest series. These fun, engaging, and curriculum-based workbooks are designed to meet the need…

A one-of-a-kind oracle deck that takes readers into an original, Arabian-inspired fantasy world and weaves together the abilities of a traditional oracle with a myriorama…

This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and…

Rei, Kiki and Ai are three sisters whose lives have taken them on very different paths. They have lost both parents, one way or another,…

Award-winning, New York Times bestselling author S. A. Cosby returns with King of Ashes, a Godfather-inspired Southern crime epic and dazzling family drama. When eldest…

NO KING CAN RULE THEM. THE TUDOR QUEENS AS YOU'VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE - DISCOVER YOUR NEW EPIC FANTASY OBSESSION. The king has been…

Be the first to fill your bingo card with animals and their farts of all different shapes, sizes and colors. With hilarious illustrations, fascinating farty…

Do you love planes? Would you like to take off into space or pilot the fastest sea plane in the world? Then hit the skies…

Do you love trucks? Would you like to crash around in a monster truck or save lives with a fire engine? Then get behind the…

Do you love boats? Would you like to dive deep in a submarine or race a dragon boat? Then jump on board, hoist the sail…

'A transformative guide to understanding and caring for the often-overlooked pelvic floor. A must-read for reclaiming comfort, dignity, and vitality' DR MARY-CLAIRE HAVER 'should be…

The genius galette-unfussy, easy to make, and fully customizable-is presented in 50 sweet and savory recipes in a book that every baker needs in their…

'Inspiring. Emotionally charged. Ground-breaking' BERNARDINE EVARISTO 'A revelation. I am so thankful to Ntozake Shange for seeing us, reflecting us and showing us how beautiful…

'Imaginative, intelligent and original' Elizabeth Hardwick 'A bright kaleidoscope of a book' Anne Tyler 'Two things hold Pitch Dark together and give it speed and…

"When [my mother] struck, it was with the cumulative rage of 30 years of hurt." David Challen grew up in the perfect home with the…

There was a time when he felt like the undisputed King of Selston. Then again, there were several years when he was convinced that he…

We live in a digital world. In the 30 years since we've been online, we've created connections, crossed boundaries and discovered new worlds. We have…

Find out how to transform the ordinary into something extraordinary with this guide to minimalist photography. With advice on composition, balance, shape and texture, this…

"You only live once - but if you work it right, once is enough." Joe E. Lewis Don't panic, you're only 40. On the bright…

At no time before have so many people lived alone, and never has loneliness been so widely or keenly felt. Why, in a society of…

"There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a…

What is empathy? Can it be depleted? Can you empathize with those who've hurt you? Do you grapple with an excess of empathy that leaves…

I am gonna write poems til I die and when I have gotten outta this body I am gonna hang round in the wind and…

*Pre-order now: the first book to look at the unstoppable rise of Formula One* As one of the world's most popular sports, and with races…

Meet the cat who went to see the Queen, the bird who loves shiny things and the horse that turned into a pig. This collection…

The next buzzy Korean healing fiction read - for fans of THE RAINFALL MARKET, MARIGOLD MIND LAUNDRY and DALLERGUT DREAM DEPARTMENT STORE 'Don't we all…

A gripping mystery and a spellbinding love story from the bestselling author, THE MOONLIT MAZE tells of the power of secrets to hold you captive,…

A provocative essay exploring how isolationism weakens the global economy. Nations are turning away from each other via sanctions, trade wars and real wars. With…

A remote Icelandic island. A diplomatic dinner party. And a murderer in the midst. The stakes at dinner couldn't be higher. The Canadian embassy are…

Felix is a cunning thief. Loren is a temple attendant. Thrown together, the boys have to piece together their fates to make it out of…

'An incredible debut' ROXANE GAY Singapore, 1996. Before Arin, Genevieve Yang was an only child. Living with her parents and grandmother in a single-room flat…

This great-value bumper story collection contains three fantastic Beast Quest books: Hellion the Fiery Foe, Shamani the Raging Flame and Flaymar the Scorched Blaze! Join…

Stanley the sausage dog puppy is off to the seaside for the first time! But Stanley feels left out by the cool dogs at the…

Follow the bank of the Koitogawa river until you reach the beach. From there a path of white seashells will lead you to the Chibineko…

Timeless, elegant and innovative, Celine sits at the intersection of high fashion and minimal sophistication. Beginning with the origins of the house in 1940s Paris…

Join Peggy the dog and her faithful sidekick, Stew the shrew, as they go on TWO brilliant adventures in Tangletree! This colourfully illustrated comic series…

Embark on exceptional adventures along the most iconic train lines on the globe. Ride along high-altitude viaducts, race through unspoilt woodlands and wind in-between epic…

"As one grows older, one climbs with surprising strides." George Sand So what if you're turning 70? After all, with age comes wisdom and a…

Can you help Julian, George, Dick, Anne and Timmy, better known as The Famous Five, solve these puzzling brain teasers? Find secret passageways, make your…

Copenhagen has a reputation for its incredible food and drink scene, inspiring galleries and, most importantly, the city's unmistakable style. Little Book of Copenhagen Style…

With its art deco architecture, maximalist design and Cuban influence, Miami is a city of excess where chic and creative crowds flock. From swimwear to…

Discover Caroline Blackwood's darkly brilliant debut - a perfect rediscovered classic for fans of Shirley Jackson and Ottessa Moshfegh A lavish Upper West Side apartment…

Whether you're hosting a celebration, a big night in or just want an idea for a simple 'girl dinner', dips provide an endless array of…

The Tour de France has been thrilling people and challenging cyclists for well over a century and is seen by many to be the pinnacle…

It can feel like there's not much joy in the world at the moment, but this charming little book is the perfect antidote. Packed with…

'One of the best cookbooks of the summer season' Forbes This ingenious collection of 75 cocktails made directly inside the bottle to store in the…

Dreams can be one our most valuable sources of self-knowledge - if we understand how to interpret their meaning and symbolism. Even if we awake…

A disgraced princess, an American scholarship student, and a secret royal romance that could burn them both. A sapphic YA royal romance, filled with Sophie…

Explore the amazing world of snakes like never before! Read the notes, sketches and photographs of a globe-trotting snake expert and discover her amazing journey…

'With the nuance of a reporter and the pace of a thriller writer, Andy Greenberg gives us a glimpse of the cyberwars of the future…

'A classic Aussie crime novel arrives, like a full-throttle ute through a fence. I gobbled it up like a Pine Lime Splice on a hot…

Everything you need to know for a beautifully clean and stain-free home, without breaking the bank! Leaky pens, oily pizza, red wine and lipstick smears…

The definitive collection of the Oasis photographs of legendary photographer, Tom Sheehan. Follow the journey of Oasis, from pre-fame upstarts to bone fide rock 'n'…

'My name is Darcy, I'm your nurse. I'm here to help you.' I repeat the words I've said so many times. Except this time, I…

The latest book in Alexander McCall Smith's entertaining and hilarious Professor von Igelfeld series Professor Moritz-Maria von Igelfeld is not just any German professor -…

Award-winning baseball writer and coauthor of Ninety Percent Mental Scott Miller offers an unprecedented look at the job of Major League Baseball managers-showing how they…

Enter the high-stakes world of battle skating in this rivals-to-lovers romance based on the spectacularly popular webcomic. Emile is an up-and-coming rookie in battle skating,…

This lively showcase of 30 wildly different and eclectic tree houses will inspire anyone who has ever dreamed of building a tree house of their…

Get a close-up look at twenty common mushrooms and their habitats in this lively introduction to the kingdom of fungi. Explore different mushroom habitats and…

Plant-based eaters and curious home cooks will learn everything to start (or continue) their vegan journey and turn their favourite Filipino foods into plant-based delights-part…

Plant-based eaters and curious home cooks will learn everything to start (or continue) their vegan journey and turn their favorite Indian foods into plant-based delights-part…

Plant-based eaters and curious home cooks will learn everything to start (or continue) their vegan journey and turn their favourite Mexican foods into plant-based delights-part…

Plant-based eaters and curious home cooks will learn everything to start (or continue) their vegan journey and turn their favorite Southern foods into plant-based delights-part…

Take the key, my pet. I can't ever go back. The last letter I had from Ireland was clear about that. But one day you…

Donovan Bixley's Kiwi classic The Wheels on the Bus has been turned into a fabulous colouring-in book. 'The wheels on the bus go round and…

The day after his tenth birthday, the last thing Zak expects - or wants - is to have to give up his room for an…

'One of Singapore's finest living authors' South China Morning Post 'One of the most likeable heroines in modern literature' SCOTSMAN ________________ What does the immediate…

Blood and Treasure is the story of the economics of conflict from the Viking Age to the war in Ukraine. 'A brilliant book' MARTIN WOLF,…

The bestselling author of The Land of Stories and A Tale of Magic returns in the sequel to Roswell Johnson Saves the World! Packed with…

JOIN THE TEAM. SAVE THE WORLD. Join twin geniuses Jacob and Kira on an out-of-this-world mission to protect the planet in the second book in…

A beautifully illustrated story about welcoming others and overcoming feelings of jealousy, told through the eyes of a little gorilla. Little Toya finds another young…

Goonie, the debut collection from award-winning Scottish poet and spoken word artist Michael Mullen, is a raw and joyful tribute to working-class life, queer resilience,…

Discover the magical science of getting the life you want In The Neuroscience of Manifesting, psychologist and neuroscientist Dr Sabina Brennan uses cutting edge research…

France's favourite country policeman investigates a suicide and gets involved in a tricky local issue in the latest adventure in this ever popular and bestselling…

The twenty-fifth enthralling Hugh Corbett medieval mystery from Paul Doherty, perfect for fans of C. J. Sansom, E. M. Powell and Bernard Cornwell. January 1313.…

At 8:15 a.m. on August 6th, 1945, the Japanese port city of Hiroshima was struck by the world's first atomic bomb. Built in the US…

Bestselling author James Lee Burke tells his most thrilling and insightful story yet through the eyes of fourteen-year-old Bessie Holland **** At the beginning of…

Award-winning author of New York Times bestselling breakout novel (and hit Netflix show) Behind Her Eyes returns with a haunting Gothic novel about a house―and…

Nothing brings people together better than sharing a good meal, and no-one knows more about gathering friends and family around a table than the award-winning…

'Murder has no right to be this funny. Imagine Hannibal Lecter as written by Victoria Wood. Perfect for fans of Caroline Kepnes and CJ Skuse'…

'Reminiscent of Oliver Sacks and the best of medical writing. Fascinating' Abraham Verghese 'A rich and humane work' Gwen Adshead, author of The Devil You…

'The very definition of unputdownable' David Peace In the first months of 2020 there was a spate of murders of Black sex workers in northern…

Help your child learn to read and write with 100 engaging activities to develop phonic knowledge, from early sound recognition to reading and writing fluency,…

The transatlantic slave trade is often seen as separate part of British history: a module in a history course, a chapter in a book. But…

The untold story of the women behind the greatest mass poisoning of the 20th century The women in Nagyrév are desperate. They are suffering. `…

At no time before have so many people lived alone, and never has loneliness been so widely or keenly felt. Why, in a society of…

"It's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years." Abraham Lincoln Congratulations dear, you're 60 years young! Take the…

We make symbols in order to communicate ideas. But we also make symbols to help communicate and understand higher truths that are veiled or hidden…

For much of history, people with learning disabilities have been regarded as unworthy of interest, valuable only to their families, and sometimes even dismissed as…

Have you ever seen a fire engine with monster truck wheels? Or a camper van with bicycle wheels? Create vehicles that have never been seen…

On 14 August 1943, Adam Hart's great-grandfather Frank Griffiths took off from RAF Tempsford, the SOE 'Special Duties' airbase in rural England. Frank and his…

In a world that feels ever more hurried and disjointed, the idea of ikigai - the reason for being - shines out like a beacon…

Dive into the alien world of Harmony in this new novel by New York Times bestselling author Jayne Castle. Leona Griffin is at the height…

An unforgettable debut novel about the journey of three women and one extremely endangered snail through contemporary Ukraine 'One of the leading post-Soviet writers of…

Beauty and the Beast meets The Little Mermaid in an East Asian-inspired world in this romantic fantasy standalone from Elizabeth Lim, the New York Times…