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Welcome to Camp Half-Blood! The legendary secret sanctuary where demigod kids – the children of Greek gods and mortals – can discover their true potential. Katie Kim may be a newcomer here, but even she knows they weren’t supposed to be in the Wild Zone – the forbidden forest that’s strictly off-limits to campers and staff. Why, then, did Clarisse, head counsellor of Katie’s cabin, take her and four other newbies there in the dark of night and tell them to race back to camp by morning?Clarisse’s challenge was scary enough, but when Katie’s half-brother goes missing, his disappearance sparks the arrival of vicious monsters and a mysterious curse. It’s up to Katie and the three remaining newbies – the ‘Wild Omada’ – to brave the Wild Zone again and uncover its dark and deadly secrets.
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£20.00
In a world where divine power bleeds into the mortal realm, Thais Morvaren has mastered the art of deception. Secretly, she hides her ability to forge weapons from starlight. But, when Thais’ powers are exposed, she finds herself forced into the deadly Trials of Ascension – where those with divine powers are given the choice: Ascend – or die trying. Worse yet, her twin brother is forced into the trials alongside her. Trapped in a competition she never wanted to enter, she transforms her fear into purpose: to kill Olinthar, King of the Gods. But to take down a god, she must become one, even if it costs her everything – including the dark prince whose secrets rival her own.
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Mari is an eleven-year-old witch who loves her life. Indeed, what’s not to love about spending time with her amazing mothers, hanging out with her clever friends, eating delicious food and experimenting with fashion? But, if you ask any of the other witches in town, Mari loves her life a little too much. After all, a wonderful witch puts the needs of others, before herself. Magic should be used to help humans – not (for example) creating giant donuts for you and your classmates to scoff. But Mari doesn’t care what other people think of her – and when disaster strikes her town, she’ll need to convince the other witches to have the courage to break free, too, and be just as wildly unwonderful as she is.
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Santa Claus – kindly old man with a flying sleigh, who delivers presents to kids each Christmas Eve – OR a cool, suave super-spy? In this story, he’s both! Discover how Santa Claus gets recruited by the Secret Service one dark and cold December as their newest secret agent, Treble-Ho Seven. The world is in danger and all the normal spies are out of action. Who are you gonna call? Who else but a guy with his own flying sleigh and the ability to enter any super-villain’s lair down the chimney! Joining Santa on his epic mission are his number one fans Robin and Ivy Winter. Armed with exploding sprouts and smoke-grenade crackers, will they be able to rescue the super-spies AND save Christmas?
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£22.00
For rising young actors Kai Laramie and Juniper Castillo, being cast in the buzzy biopic Andy Warhol Never Gets Old is the opportunity they’ve both been waiting for. They’re on the verge of breaking out, and maybe even falling in love. Soon, the movie is blowing up, and so are their lives – in exciting, but also terrifying, ways. John Green artfully blends a behind-the-scenes Hollywood love story with an unflinching examination of the insatiable attention economy. Told through dual points of view, the novel follows Kai and Juniper from the first days on location to the movie’s premiere, brilliantly juxtaposing their story with the on-screen study of Warhol’s life at the dawn of celebrity culture.
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In the depths of winter, Shenanigan Swift and her family are summoned to America, where Daisy’s brother, Dandelion DeMille, is in danger. Racing to DeMille family home – a 72-storey greenhouse in the heart of New York City – Shenanigan is too late to stop a murder. But it’s Dandelion’s Uncle Charlie who has fallen victim to a mystery assassin. As a snowstorm rages outside, Shenanigan, Felicity, Phenomena and Erf must uncover both motive and means. But when every room is packed with poisonous plants and deadly creatures, how will they ever uncover what really happened in The Greenhouse?
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A playful, funny and thought-provoking collection from the iconic Benjamin Zephaniah. Poems packed with wisdom and laughter, poems that cherish and challenge our world, poems that delight in our differences and similarities.
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£12.99
In this adventure, Crumble embarks on a rescue mission into the garden of his arch-nemesis to seek out his beloved lost toy. But it’s dangerous in enemy territory for our plucky feline.
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Say goodnight with Peter Rabbit with this gentle, soothing story. With smooth rounded corners, chunky board pages and large flaps to lift, this is the perfect bedtime book for little hands. The moon is shining and the stars are twinkling – it’s time to go to bed, Peter Rabbit! But where is he? Maybe Peter’s sailing home on the lake? Or is he snuggled in the hollow of a tree? Could he be huddled in a nest? Lift the flap on every page to look for Peter, while saying good night to all his friends.With simple, lyrical text and stunning classic-style watercolour artwork, this is an calming bedtime read for little bunnies everywhere.Illustrations by Neil Faulkner. Discover more bedtime adventures with Peter Rabbit:Peter Rabbit Tales – Goodnight PeterPeter Rabbit’s Bedtime TalesPeter Rabbit: The Bedtime Bunny Hunt.
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Dr Sheila Kanani is here to explain ten of the most EXTRAORDINARY ideas in science – and introduce the incredible brains that you never knew were behind them. Each chapter explores one important idea: how it works, why it’s important, and the real story of how it was discovered. Did you know for example that Isaac Newton was influenced by scientists from the Islamic Golden Age? You’ll also hear about the unbelievable accidents behind some of these amazing ideas, as well as the mysteries that scientists are still trying to solve.
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Inspired by the blood-spattered, gut-spilling, skull-drilling history of medicine, this book is packed to the (cauldron’s) brim with petrifying puzzles, bloodthirsty brainteasers, and eerie experiments. Featuring more than 500 creepy craft activities, revolting recipes and bone-crunching ‘True or Poo’ quiz questions, readers will need an eyeball for detail and a strong stomach as they: Pump blood out of homemade hearts; decode ancient cures for constipation; and cook up maggot-infested cupcakes.
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Meet Nox. He has a very important job – even if you’ve never heard of him. Every day Nox travels alone into space to gather Night for everyone to enjoy back down on Earth. But when his spaceship breaks down on a mission, Nox is in a terrible pickle! No one will be able to go to sleep – and will he ever get home?
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Once, the great house of Skulkmoor stood proudly on its hillside, commanding the attention of anyone who came by. Now, it is a curious puzzle of a place – not least thanks to the giant wall which cuts it straight in half, separating the two warring families that live inside it. For you see, many years ago, the Fox family was torn apart by a question of murder – and of inheritance. With no clear heir, the vast family fortune – and the house – has been literally divided in two. But now, two young cousins, one from rival sides of Skulkmoor, must race to solve the crime – or face losing their home forever.
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When Parker the puppy notices the leaves falling off the trees, he starts to feel worried. So he heads into the forest to find out what is happening. But every animal he meets tells him something different, and soon he is more confused than ever! Will Parker ever find out what happens when the last leaf falls?
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In the Kingdom of Venetia subjects can wield magic, but its power depends on their standing in society. Most magic is good, but there are also extreme rare dark enchantments, only to be used in the most desperate of times. Fifteen years ago, two babies were born to very different families. Both girls were born without their right hands, and now their long dark hair, sparkling green eyes and disabilities make it tricky to tell them apart. Neva grew up to be a talented thief, able to cast incredible enchantments with magic she shouldn’t be able to access. She also longs to be an opera singer, but lacks the confidence to step into the spotlight. Princess Aria is the last remaining member of the royal family. Few know that she has lost almost all her magic, and can only access one royal, golden strand of it. She’s a brave young woman, but without her magic the palace is vulnerable to foes.
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So, you want to become a wizard? Excellent choice. Grab your wand and dive into this laugh-out-loud how-to guide full of surprises. This handbook covers everything from essential tools for aspiring wizards to choosing a familiar, casting spells, duels – and (of course!) snacks. Both hilarious and heart-warming, this how-to guide sparkles with just as much wisdom as it does magic.
