Bedtime Stories: Beautiful
Black Tales from the Past Authors Candice Brathwaite, Ashley Hickson-Lovence, Wendy Shearer, Jade Mutyora, Ryan Crawford, Alex Falase-Koya, Nansubuga Isdahl, Reggie Nelson, Mahamed Hashi, Ify Adenuga Illustrators Jade Orlando, Lucy Farfort, Anastasia Magloire Williams, Richy Sanchez Ayala, Paul Kellam £14.99 Hardback 9780702307935 Non-Fiction
Bedtime Stories showcases a curated collection of favourite tales from Black history, based on important figures and events from around the world. Each story is the ideal length to read at bedtime as well as any moment when young readers are looking for an inspirational read! 6-14 years; Race
Bright Brown Baby Author Andrea Davis Pinkney Illustrator Brian Pinkney £12.99 Hardback 9780545872294 Fiction
Snuggle up with your little one and explore five wonderful poems that celebrate the sweet and loving bond between a parent and child, and the special moments of watching new life take shape. With positive affirmations, happiness and love, this is sure to become your child’s favourite storytime anthem. 1-4 years; Race
Fight Back Author A. M. Dassu
£6.99 Paperback 9780702315886 Fiction
A triumphant story of friendship and unity follow- ing a young Muslim protagonist in the wake of a terrorist attack at a pop concert. 10-16 years; Race
Fire Becomes Her Author Rosiee Thor
£7.99 Paperback 9780702316074 Fiction
In Rosiee Thor’s lavish fantasy novel with a Jazz Age spark, a politically savvy teen must weigh her desire to climb the social ladder against her heart in a world where magic buys votes. 12-20 years; Sexuality; Gender
Frankie’s World
Author and Illustrator Aoife Dooley £8.99 Paperback 9780702307355 Fiction
A graphic novel like no other, told with humour, heart and a unique perspective on autism. 9-14 years; Disability; Gender
Future Hero: Race to Fire Mountain
Author Remi Blackwood £6.99 Paperback 9780702311758 Fiction
The first book in a major new series FUTURE HERO featuring high-octane fantasy adventure! Featuring a young Black hero in an Afro-futurist fantasy world, Ulfrika. 7-10 year; Race
Gay Club!
Author Simon James Green £7.99 Paperback 9780702313677 Fiction
The journey of a small-town school LGBT society to national glory, with an insane amount of drama, backstabbing, and social media outrage along the way. A scorching takedown of high school and Twitter politics, wrapped up in a sweet ‘opposites attract’ romcom, with the message that we’re all stronger united. 14-20 years; Sexuality; Gender
Ghosts: A Graphic Novel Author and Illustrator Raina Telgemeier
Spring-Summer 2022
£10.99 Paperback 9781338801903 Fiction
Cat and her family are moving to the coast because her little sister, Maya, is sick. Cat isn’t happy about leaving her friends, but she must figure out how to put aside her fears for her sister’s sake – and her own. 8-12 years; Disability
Girl Power: Indian Women
Who Took On the World Author Neha Hiranandani £8.99 Paperback 9780702314247 Non-Fiction
Uncover the stories of some of India’s most iconic women. Packed full of facts, this is an unforgettable guide to some of the women that have shaped Indian history. 8-12 years; Race; Gender
I Color Myself Different Author Colin Kaepernick Illustrator Eric Wilkerson £12.99 Hardback 9781338789621 Non-Fiction
I Color Myself Different is a joyful ode to Black and Brown lives based on real events in young Colin’s life that is perfect for every reader’s bookshelf. It’s a story of self-discovery, staying true to one’s self and advocating for change... even when you’re very little! 4-8 years; Race
I Got This
Author Cara Mailey and Chrissie Sains
£6.99 Paperback 9780702314988 Fiction
Being small, Erin has big challenges, especially when starting her new secondary school, but she also has big dreams. When her favourite pop group announces they’re on the hunt for young local dancing talent, Erin is certain she’s perfect. Inspired by Cara’s lived experiences as a preteen who has achondroplasia. 9 to 11; years; Disability; Race; Gender
I Love My Beautiful Hair Author and Illustrator Elissa Wentt £6.99 Hardback 9780702317637 Fiction
A celebration of family tradition and Black hair, in this adorable board book! EJ is so excited to join her mum and grandma for her first-ever trip to the hair salon. She wants to find a style that is just right. But with so many options... how can she choose? 0-3 years; Race; Gender
If You Miss Me
Author and Illustrator Jocelyn Li Langrand
£12.99 Hardback 9781338680690 Fiction
Charlie loves to dance her way through life with her grandma. They may not always be together, but each time they part Grandma says, If you miss me, look at the moon. Then winter brings unexpected change, and not even dancing feels the same. What will Charlie do? 4-8 years; Race
It’s the End of the World and
I’m In My Bathing Suit Author Justin A. Reynolds £6.99 Paperback 9780702316135 Fiction
A hilarious new middle-grade from Justin A. Reynolds that asks: What happens when five unsupervised kids face the apocalypse under outrageously silly circumstances? 8-12; Race
Last Gamer Standing Author Katie Zhao
£6.99 Paperback 9780702318252 Fiction
“Ready Player One meets the action of battle royale video games in this middle-grade sci-fi
perfect for fans of Fortnite. 8-12 years; Race; Gender
Leo + Lea
Author Monica Wesolowska Illustrator Kenard Pak
£12.99 Hardback 9781338302875 Fiction
With sensitivity and nuance, this story of a friend- ship shows that anyone can be our friend no mat- ter how different we are. Whether you’re a number nut or an art lover, this is the heartwarming book you need in your little one’s book collection. 3-6 years; Disability; Race; Gender
Leon the Extraordinary Author Jamar Nicholas Illustrator Jamar Nicholas £8.99 Paperback 9780702310942 Fiction
In the city where Leon lives, superheroes are everywhere. So how does an ordinary kid who has no superpowers himself, become the superhero he wants to be? Leon is an ordinary kid who becomes extraordinary when he fights a supervillain to save his school!
7-12 years; Race My Bindi
Author Gita Varadarajan Illustrator Archana Sreenivasan £12.99 Hardback 9781338598810 Fiction
Divya is scared to put on the bindi for the first time. What if she gets made fun of? What will it feel like? But Amma is there to reassure her. Together they look inside Amma’s special box to find the perfect bindi. 2-6 years; Race
My Mums Love Me Author Anna Membrino Illustrator Joy Hwang Ruiz £6.99 Paperback 9781338811964 Non-Fiction
This beautifully-told story about a same-sex family of two mums and their baby is a love letter to close-knit families everywhere. Lyrical and calming, it’s a perfect picture book to cuddle up with. 2-6 years; Sexuality; Race
My Story: Mary Prince Author E. L. Norry
£6.99 Paperback 9780702313820 Non-Fiction
My Story: Mary Prince is the incredible true story of the first Black woman and former slave to have her life story printed in the United Kingdom. 8-12 years; Race; Gender
Our Table
Author and Illustrator Peter H. Reynolds
£6.99 Paperback 9780702313738 Non-Fiction
The world needs your voice. If you have a brilliant idea... say something! If you see an injustice... say something! In this empowering new picture book, beloved author Peter H. Reynolds explores the many ways that a single voice can make a difference. 3-6 years; Race
Princess Sophia Duleep Singh Author Sufiya Ahmed Illustrator £6.99 Paperback 9780702313714 Non-Fiction
The thrilling story of princess and suffragette, Princess Sophia Duleep Singh. 8-12 years; Race; Gender
Rapunzella, Or, Don’t Touch My Hair
Author Ella McLeod
£7.99 Paperback 9780702313868 Fiction
From the urban jungle to the fairytale forest, Rapunzella weaves the magic of Black hair into a poetic coming-of-age story. 13-19 years; Race; Gender
Sarah Forbes Bonetta Author Victoria Princewill £7.99 Paperback 9780702311482 Non-Fiction
A powerful retelling of the extraordinary life of or- phaned African princess, Sarah Forbes Bonetta. 12-16 years; Race; Gender
South Asian Folktales, Myths
and Legends Author Sarah Shaffi
£6.99 Paperback 9780702317132 Fiction
Enjoy a rich collection of folktales, myths and leg- ends from all over South Asia, re-told for young readers. This book includes traditional favourites and classic folktales and mythology. 9-12 years; Race
Striking Out
Authors Ian Wright and Musa Okwonga
£12.99 Hardback 9780702306860 Non-Fiction
The first children’s book from superstar England striker, Ian Wright, inspired by Ian’s own story. Je- rome Jackson dreams of becoming a world-class footballer. But with a difficult home life, Jerome can’t see how... until he meets a mentor figure who can hopefully put him on the right track. 9-12 years; Race
Sweet, Sweet Baby! Author and Illustrator Javaka Steptoe
£6.99 Hardback 9781338788112 Fiction
This beautiful book by award-winning author and illustrator Javaka Steptoe celebrates the joy, hope and pride that a new baby brings. In this board book, bright and bold illustrations celebrate newborns with words of encourage- ment and love. 0-4 years; Race
The Awakening Storm: A
Graphic Novel Author Jaimal Yogis Illustrator Vivian Truong £8.99 Paperback 9781338660425 Fiction
When Grace moves to Hong Kong with her mum and new stepdad, her biggest concern is making friends at her fancy new boarding school. But then a mysterious old woman gifts her a dragon egg during a field trip… 8-12 years; Race
The Best Diwali Ever Author Sonali Shah Illustrator Chaaya Prabhat £6.99 Paperback 9780702303302 Fiction
This year, Ariana has plans to make Diwali an extra special celebration, with yummy sweets, pretty clothes, fireworks and... the rangoli com- petition, of course. Everything would go perfectly to plan if it weren’t for Rafi, her little brother, always up to mischief...and always being clumsy! Will he ruin Diwali too? 2-7 yerars; Race
The Elemental Detectives Author Patrice Lawrence £7.99 Paperback 9780702315626 Fiction
The Elemental Detectives challenges and upends the conventions and white hero default of the adventure fantasy genre in an exhilarating, full-sensory, entertaining and gripping way. Remarkable writing, gloriously imaginative and wonderfully inclusive: this is big, bold, future classic storytelling at its absolute finest. 9-12 years; Race
The Girl From The Sea Author and Illustrator Molly Knox Ostertag
£10.99 Paperback 9781338540574 Fiction
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