For many years, the beautiful kingdom of Zallanda has been torn apart by conflict. The hordes of terrified Zallan creatures live in fear under the tyranny of the malevolent ruling Growls, and their plight is worsened by Sartok, the depraved Warlock who holds ultimate power. But hope is not lost. Help arrives in an unexpected form: two "brave knights." DAT, a spirited Tibetan terrier, and his loyal friend DEXY, a clever brown Labrador, are magically transported to Zallanda. Unknowingly, the...

Just two days after his birth, Matthew Jewel's life takes a tragic turn when he becomes an orphan, following the assassination of his mother by a Russian agent. In a twist of fate, he is swiftly rescued and adopted by an aristocratic military family, who embrace him as a long-lost son. Matthew's journey leads him from public school to Persham House, Britain's exclusive and top-secret spy academy. His training there paves the way for his induction into British Military Intelligence, where h...

SHORTLISTED FOR THE ALLIGATOR'S MOUTH AWARD 2024An enchanting collection of seven original fairy tales to bewitch and enthral by master storyteller, Vivian French, complemented by gorgeous, full-colour, contemporary artwork by debut children's illustrator, Amy Grimes.Bibi doesn't believe in fairies. But when she meets her fairy godmother, the tiniest of hopes flickers in her mind. Seven quests to seven lands that will open a magic box and g...

From the bestselling author of Shōgun and King Rat comes a richly illustrated children’s story that takes the reader on a fantastic journey through a magical worldThrump-O-Moto is a little wizard and apprentice hero who, though sometimes puzzled and afraid, knows that the mightiest forces in the universe always bow before the brave and good. By chance (and a bungled spell) he finds himself traveling not to the shores of Japan to visit his...

Snowball is a white kobold; something so rare that the other kobolds in his tribe won't accept him as a proper kobold. In fact, they delight in making poor Snowball's life miserable. But Snowball is determined that some day he'll show them that there's nothing wrong with being a white kobold.One day, in Snowball's tenth Winter, something strange comes to the mountains where Snowball and his tribe live. The kobolds want to know what it is, but with their red-brown colour they'll be ...

The hilarious second book in the Alex vs Axel series by the author of Charlie Changes Into a Chicken.Alex, Axel and the rest of the gang are back – but this time it’s Earth that’s in trouble . . .Time has been frozen and every single person on the planet is in mortal danger. With just seven days to help them, the team are going to need extra help, which arrives in the shape of Alex's family cat, Mr Sunshine, and a bloodthirsty gnome called...

"Children of all ages will delight in its song and story." —Charles Martin, author of Signs & Wonders"Davey McGravy, Davey McGravy,a name to conjure with,to dream with by the cedar treesout in the rainy woods."In a misty, faraway-feeling "land of rain," Davey McGravy lives with his father and brothers, but mourns his missing mother. He follows the rhymes in his head into a forest of ferns, moss, and cedar trees where he meets animals wise an...

In a mystical realm, Kaelin Darkshadow, a brooding and skilled swordsman, ventures into ancient castle ruins to uncover the truth about his past and the mysterious figure of Aerith. As he navigates the treacherous world of shadows and magic, he confronts his inner demons and faces a doppelganger that embodies his darker half.With the help of Lyra, a mysterious and enigmatic guide, Kaelin uncovers hidden secrets and artifacts within the castle. Together, they harness the power of an...

Step into a world of magic, courage, and imagination with Luna, a brave little dreamer on a quest to restore the colours of the rainbow! When the colours begin to fade, Luna must journey across shimmering valleys, sparkling forests, and mysterious misty lands to meet five incredible unicorns — each guarding a special colour and a powerful lesson.From the fiery courage of Stormhoof to the gentle growth of Willowmane, the radiant hope of Sunmane, and the playful imagination of Violet...

Not all creepers want to blow up and hurt other mobs! There are friendly creepers who have their own village and stay away from humans and other mobs. What is it like living as a friendly creeper and how are they different from the other creepers.Read Mike's diary and find out how's life as a Creeper. Mike has lived his whole life in his quiet village on the mountain top. His village is secluded and peaceful. The only thing that makes his village different? It is full of...

In a fantastical world of horses, swords, and treasure, young Hesta lives a normal life, along with her brother Thane. One day, though, she makes an incredible discovery. She comes upon a creature the size of a fawn with two tiny wings folded against its back and a long pointed tail. In its talons, it holds a green jewel that sparkles in the darkness of a ravine. Hesta has found a baby wyvern – a poisonous dragon with two legs and giant wings. The discovery is indeed amazing, but it soon t...