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If your cat told you there was murder afoot, would you believe him?When cat-lady Lynley Cannon attends a workshop on animal communication– the psychic kind– she never guesses it could lead to a scheme both conniving and deadly. Someone in Portland is counterfeiting show cats, but that's not the worst of it. Their techniques are savage and abusive, and Lynley must find the culprits before they do more harm. To compound matters, there's a serial killer on the...

The silliest superheroes in town are back for an even wackier new adventure, using the power of their magical wigs to save the day! Once again, it is the Guinea Wigs to the rescue!Jet, Minnie, Meatball, Bud and Tofu are regular guinea pigs - until they put their wigs on. Then - look out! Suddenly they have superpowers!Can the Guinea Wigs discover why there's a strange noise coming from the sewers? Who are the superhero rats? And why are they also wearing wi...

A failing ward, a missing witch, and revelations that'll shake Ravens Hollow to the core.When Floyd, the bridge-guarding witch, disappears, it’s more than your average missing person’s case. Without him, the illusion spell that keeps our world hidden won’t last long… exposing us and our secrets to the world.I’m Elodie Evergreen, vampire journalist, and I just can’t seem to catch a break. From glamoured elves to my relationship with our siren Police Chief, l...

Alisha Alva just wants teachers to treat her like a normal human being.Yes, her (super cool) mum has mental health issues she calls her Letters. And yes, staying up late helping Mum on Bad Nights sometimes means it's hard to keep her eyes open in school.But surely if Alisha acts like a very normal, perfectly proper girl, her head of year, Miss Penn, will finally leave her alone.Oh, and don't forget the aliens. Last term, Alisha and her friends, the Late Crew, met ex...

Perfect for pupils with a low reading age of 8 to 9, but a high interest age of 12 to 15, our Teen Reads will have readers on the edge of their seats. Just the right level of challenging vocabulary and plot-lines make these books highly accessible, drawing readers into exciting worlds whilst simultaneously developing their reading skills. Catherine 'Cat' Willows is the new girl in school, and her odd behaviour is attracting the wrong kind of attention. Stacey feels sorry for her, and takes...

Alisha Alva just wants teachers to treat her like a normal human being.Yes, her (super cool) mum has mental health issues she calls her Letters. And yes, staying up late helping Mum on Bad Nights sometimes means it's hard to keep her eyes open in school.But surely if Alisha acts like a very normal, perfectly proper girl, her head of year, Miss Penn, will finally leave her alone.Oh, and don't forget the aliens. Last term, Alisha and her friends, the Late Crew, met ex...

Meet some of the world’s most dastardly creatures, who lie, cheat, and deceive for a living.There’s the deadly praying mantis that looks like an innocent pink flower. The assassin bug that strums spider webs to lure in a tasty snack. The cuttlefish that changes color to hide its romantic intentions.To understand how these creatures swindle their way to survival, Liars, Cheats, and Copycats reveals the science behind camouflage, mimicry, and masquerade. Taking reade...

Shela is a ten-year-old Plutonian girl. But she isn't like other Plutonians. She's blonde-haired and fair-skinned, and she can heat up a room with her hands. When she learns the Sun is dying, she knows she can help heal it. But there are more secrets that need to be revealed and more work to do before she can hope to make things right again. Join Shela as she learns about a family secret that changed her world once and may save it now.

Featuring seven stories and a novella, David Crouse’s powerful debut collection depicts people staring down the complicated mysteries of their own identities. “Who are you?” a homeless man asks his would-be benefactor in the title story. On the surface it’s a simple question, but one that would stump many of the characters who inhabit these carefully rendered tales.In the edgy novella “Click” Jonathan’s ongoing photo-documentary of a prostitute exposes how little intensity remains ...

One of the most famous stories in this collection is the titular story, "The Copy-Cat." In this story, a young girl named Lily Dyer becomes obsessed with imitating her friend, Myra Henshawe, to the point of adopting her mannerisms and personality. This story delves into themes of identity, individuality, and the influence of others on our lives.Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman was known for her skillful portrayal of rural New England life and her ability to capture the nuances of her character...

A young girl, desperately seeking acceptance, entirely erases her own identity to mimic the most popular student in her school. This poignant narrative explores the universal, aching childhood desire to fit in and the heavy cost of losing oneself in the process. It serves as an anchor for a collection that masterfully examines the quiet, overlooked tragedies and small victories of ordinary lives. The stories are filled with deep psychological insight, revealing the extraordinary depth behi...

The painful realities of childhood conformity and social hierarchies are explored with incredible sensitivity and sharp insight. A young girl's desperate attempt to fit in by mimicking a popular classmate leads to a poignant crisis of identity. This collection delves into the often-overlooked emotional tragedies of schoolyards and small towns, highlighting the cruelties of peer pressure. It is a beautifully observant exploration of finding one's authentic voice in a world that demands imit...