other, even for a day. Join the two friends on their endeavours in this collection of wonderfully warm and witty tales. Middle Grades; Friendship
Pretend Cows Authors Nicola Davies and Cathy Fisher
£6.99 Paperback 9781912654123 Fiction
One in a series of six illustrated short stories about young people growing up in the countryside. In this book we explore Maxy’s world of ‘pretend cows’ and real chickens in two short stories. Middle Grades; Health and Wellbeing
The B Team Authors Roy Noble and Karl Davies
£6.99 Paperback 9781913134433 Fiction
Rhodri hates Wednesdays. But this changes when Rhodri meets Dylan and Idris, one of King Arthur’s legendary court, who wants nothing more than to achieve his full knight status and gain a seat at Arthur’s Round Table – and the two decide to work together to achieve their aims. Early Years; Self-acceptance
The New Girl
Authors Nicola Davies and Cathy Fisher
£12.99 Hardback 9781913733605 Fiction
Kiku starts a new school in a strange new town. The children in her class are unfriendly towards her and refuse to include her. Her response is to create something beautiful that transforms their attitude towards her and their vision of themselves and their own lives in this inspiring story. Middle Grades; Bullying and Exclusion
Hachette Children’s Group
My Monster and Me Author Nadiya Hussain Illustrator Ella Bailey
£6.99 Paperback 9781444946444 Fiction
A little boy whose worry monster follows him everywhere he goes. It’s there when he gets dressed and even when his friends come over to visit. How can he escape his worries? Nadiya wrote this story to help give children the tools they need to talk about worries and anxiety.
Early years; Health and wellbeing; Ethnicity
Avocado Asks Author Momoko Abe
£6.99 Paperback 9781408358238 Fiction
Avocado is feeling just fine in the fruit and veg aisle at the supermarket – until a young customer asks a difficult question: “Is an avocado a fruit or a vegetable?” A funny book about identity and being confident in your own skin.
Early Years; Body Image; Gender; Avocado is Nonbinary
Wonderland Author Juno Dawson
£7.99 Paperback 9781786541055 Fiction
When Alice’s troubled friend Bunny goes missing, Alice must find her. Along the way she finds an invitation to ‘Wonderland’: the party to end all parties. Will she find Bunny there? Or is this really a case of finding herself? A searing exploration of mental health, gender and privilege. Young Adult; Body Image; Gender Sexuality
The Paper & Hearts Society: Read with Pride Author Lucy Powrie
£7.99 Paperback 9781444949254 Fiction
When Olivia Santos’s school library receives a complaint from a parent about LGBTQ+ content, the library implements a new policy. Olivia is distraught – she’s demisexual and knows how important it is for all readers to see themselves represented. Olivia decides she’s going to take a stand and speak up.
Young Adult; Gender Health and Wellbeing 42 PEN&INC.
Love on the Main Stage Author S.A. Domingo
£7.99 Paperback 9781444954210 Fiction
16-year-old songwriter Nova gets to attend FIVE different music festivals while working at her parents’ food truck. When Nova meets cute American boy, Sam she hopes that their romance could become more than just a festival fling. So why is Sam so reluctant to talk about himself? Young Adult; Ethnicity
Planet Omar: Incredible Rescue Mission
Author Zanib Mian
Illustrator Nasaya Mafaridik £6.99 Paperback 9781444951295 Fiction
When Omar comes back after the school holidays, his lovely teacher seems to have been replaced. Overhearing other teachers talking about her, Omar thinks the worst. Could she have been abducted by ... aliens?! Omar persuades his friends to mount a rescue mission but what they find is very surprising! Middle Grades; Race; Ethnicity
Eight Pieces of Silva Author Patrice Lawrence £7.99 Paperback 9781444954746 Fiction
When Becks’ mum and stepdad go on honeymoon to Japan, Beck’s step-sister Silva disappears. Becks ventures into the forbidden territory of Silva’s room and finds the first of eight clues that help her discover her sister’s secret life. Young Adult; Race; Ethnicity; Sexuality
When Secrets Set Sail Author Sita Brahmachari £7.99 Paperback 9781510105430 Fiction
Immy and Usha’s home is full of history and secrets. Years ago it was The House of the Ayahs – for those nan- nies who couldn’t return to their Indian homeland – and their grandmother, Kali Ma made a promise she couldn’t keep. It’s up to the girls to fulfil it. Middle Grades; Class; Race; Ethnicity
Dare to Be You Author Matthew Syed illustrator by Toby Triumph £9.99 Paperback 9781526362377 Non-Fiction
Dare to Be You empowers young readers to follow their own path, love what makes them different and question the world around them. With You Are Awesome’s trade- mark mix of hilarious text, stylish illustration, personal insights and inspiring real-life examples, including Greta Thunberg and Malala Yousafzai. Middle Grades; Body Image; Class; Health and Wellbeing
The Goody Author Lauren Child
£12.99 Hardback 9781408347584 Fiction
Chirton Krauss is a good child. He does everything he is told, when he is told. Meanwhile, Chirton’s sister, Myrtle, is NOT a good child. She stays up late and causes mischief. But what will happen when Chirton Krauss decides that being THE GOODY isn’t so good after all? Early Years; Health and Wellbeing; Ethnicity
An Engineer Like Me Author Dr Shini Somara Illustrator Nadja Sarell
£12.99 Hardback 9781526361998 Non-Fiction
Travelling around the city with her gran, Zara sees all kinds of fascinating things. How do roller coast- ers work? How do planes stay up? Zara learns about some of the brilliant engineers who have shaped the world around her and realises she can’t wait to become an engineer too! Early Years; Race; Ethnicity
The Last Garden Author Rachel Ip Illustrator Anneli Bray
£12.99 Hardback 9781444946345 Fiction
Inspired by true events in Syria and war gardens around the world and throughout history, The Last Garden is a thoughtful, tender story of hope, touching on issues of conflict and migration, from a talented debut picture book pairing. Early Years; Health and Wellbeing; Race; Ethnicity
Break the Mould Author Sinéad Burke Illustrator Natalie Byrne £8.99 Paperback 9781526363336 Non-Fiction
Break the Mould with Sinéad Burke – teacher, activist, author and little person. Sometimes we can feel like we’re not good enough. That we don’t belong. Or that we want to be more like our friends. Burke draws on her own experiences and encourages young readers to believe in themselves.
Middle Grades; Body image; Disability; Health and Wellbeing
Today I’m Strong Author Nadiya Hussain Illustrator Ella Bailey
£12.99 Hardback 9781444946468 Fiction
An uplifting and empowering picture book about finding your inner strength when school life gets tough from Nadiya Hussain, Great British Bake Off sensation. Today I’m Strong contains a powerful reminder to always be kind.
Early Years; Health and Wellbeing PREMIUM LISTING
PREMIUM LISTING
A Superhero Like You Author Dr Ranj Singh Illustrator by Liam Darcy £6.99 Paperback 9781444959000 Fiction
Join Lily as she meets the extraordinary superheroes all around us, from doctors, teachers and air ambulance paramedics to scientists, recycling truck drivers and carers. Discover the amazing work these real-life heroes do using their incredible superpowers of kindness, care and love.
Early Years; Health and Wellbeing; Race; Ethnicity
The Night Bus Hero Author Onjali Q. Rauf
£6.99 Paperback 9781510106772 Fiction
Told from the perspective of a bully, this book explores themes of bullying and homelessness, while celebrating kindness, friendship and the potential everyone has to change for the good.
Middle Grades; Class; Health and Wellbeing; Ethnicity
Here the Whole Time Author Vitor Martins
PREMIUM LISTING
£7.99 Paperback 9781444958492 Fiction
The ultimate feel-good YA romance celebrating body positivity, self-acceptance and standing up to bullying and homophobia. Felipe can’t wait for summer: a break from school and the classmates who tease him. But then Felipe meets Caio, the neighbour kid from apartment 57.
Young Adult; Body image; Health and Wellbeing; Sexuality.
Say Hello to Baby
Author Smriti Prasadam-Halls Illustrator Britta Teckentrup £6.99 Paperback 9781526361950 Non-Fiction
Covering the first 18 months of Baby’s life, this book helps readers bond with the new arrival and explains some of the key developmental milestones to look out for. From smiling to crawling to talking, this guide is packed with fun suggestions for how siblings can interact with Baby.
Early Years; Health and Wellbeing; Race; Ethnicity
Grow Up (and Feel Amazing) Author Dr Ranj Singh Illustrator by David O’Connell £9.99 Paperback 9781526362957 Non-Fiction
Filled with easy-to-understand explanations, down-to-earth advice and cheeky illustrations, this growing-up guide by trusted paediatrician Dr Ranj is perfect for readers aged 10+ who want to discover the confidence to be the very best version of themselves.
Middle Grades; Body image; Health and Wellbeing
Heartstopper Volume Four Author Alice Oseman
£10.99 Paperback 9781444952797 Fiction
Charlie and Nick are officially boyfriends .Charlie’s beginning to feel ready to say those three little words: I love you. Nick’s been feeling the same, but he’s got a lot on his mind - not least coming out to his dad, and the fact that Charlie might have an eating disorder.
Young Adult; Body image Health and Wellbeing Sexuality
Autumn-Winter 2020
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