Needy Little Things Author Channelle Desamours £8.99 Paperback 9781526675064 Fiction
A brilliantly page-turning thriller with an unusual psychological twist. Sariyah, a young Black wom- an with a talent for ESP, must solve the mystery of her friend’s disappearance. As the police are not interested in investigating missing women of col- our, it’s up to Sariyah to solve the case, even when the clues point dangerously close to home… 13+; Race; Gender
Runaways Author E.L. Norry
£7.99 Paperback 9781526683335 Fiction
Jamie and July have very different lives but when they meet for the first time at Waterloo Station in the last week of the holidays they’re both running from something. But running away isn’t just harmless summertime fun. What are they really trying to escape? And will either Jamie or July find a place that finally feels like home? Three homes, two kids, one journey.
9+; Class; Race; Health and Wellbeing
Seven Deadly Thorns Author Amber Hamilton £16.99 Hardback 9781526680303 Fiction
The next big YA romantasy hit. Assassin Roze Roquelart is assigned to kill Viola Sinclair as punishment for her shadow magic. But instead of killing her, he enlists her help to get something he desperately needs. Battling a fake engagement, deadly threats and an impossible attraction, can the two work together to save Aragoa? 13+; Sexuality
Stealing Happy Author Brian Conaghan £7.99 Paperback 9781526653987 Fiction
In his fabulous Own Voice narrative, Brian Conaghan introduces us to Sonny, who having discovered that his mum has borrowed money from notorious loan shark, Chick, to pay the rent, launches his own get-rich-quick scheme to pay her debt. Though supported by his two best mates, the plan is hilariously subject to sabotage by Sonny’s Tourette’s syndrome.
13+; Disability; Class; Health and Wellbeing
Strange Nature Author Mary Watson
£9.99 Paperback 9781526619372 Fiction
A compulsive dark academia mystery from award-winning Mary Watson. 18-year-old Jasmin hangs out at the local college, dreaming to be a part of their world. When a college student dies in mysterious circumstances, Jasmin seizes her chance to join the group as they try to solve the mystery – while unwittingly unravelling her own dark past. 13+; Race
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Author Becki Jayne Crossley £8.99 Paperback 9781526684455 Fiction
A heart-warming friends-to-lovers queer romance about coming out and finding yourself along the way. When Libby becomes ‘blacklisted’ by her school after a video reveals her ‘cheating’ on her boyfriend, Dan, Libby’s only solace is her friendship with new girl Neha. But when they start to fall for each other, it’s about time for hidden secrets to be revealed. 13+; Gender; Sexuality
The Girl and the Mermaid Author Hollie Hughes Illustrator Sarah Massini £7.99 Paperback 9781526628091 Fiction
The breathtakingly beautiful story of a little girl, Alina, who lives with her Granny in a lighthouse by the sea. When Granny’s memories start to fade, Alina doesn’t know how to bring them back, that is until she meets a mermaid on the rocks and is swept into a magical deep-sea adventure that will change everything.
0-5 year; Disability; Health and wellbeing Autumn-Winter 2025
The Hero Complex Author Helen Comerford £8.99 Paperback 9781526667632 Fiction
Jenna Ray was the Love Interest, but now she’s the HERO but the caveat is that Jenna and Blaze cannot be together. Jenna knows she can make it work. She can be ‘just friends’ with Blaze while handling a world-ending prophecy and her own power-triggering panic attacks … She can be the perfect hero. But as the pressure builds, what more will Jenna have to give up in order to save the world?
13+; Race; Sexuality; Gender
They Bloom at Night Author Trang Thanh Tran £8.99 Paperback 9781526674838 Fiction
Ever since the hurricane, mutated wildlife lurks in the waters of the small town of Mercy. Noon is stuck navigating the submerged town with her mother, and her trauma following a party before the hurricane. When Mercy’s predatory leader orders the capture of the drowning residents, Noon reluctantly finds an ally in his hunter of a daughter and old and new friends, giving Noon the courage to confront her past and its monsters. 13+; Race; Sexuality; Gender
This Is Us
Author Emily Hamilton £8.99 Paperback 9781526648990 Non-Fiction
Welcome to a family like other, where life is full of ups and downs, picnics and swimming lessons, tickles and tantrums, board games and laughter. Universal, celebratory and quietly revolutionary, this is an uplifting picture book about family, love and living with disability. Written from parent to child and inspired by the author’s own family, it is a joyful story of love and family life. 0-5 years; Disability; Health and wellbeing
Where the Heart Should Be Author Sarah Crossan
£8.99 Paperback 9781526666574 Fiction
A thought-provoking and moving exploration of love and family during the Irish Famine. Told through the love story of Nell, an Irish scullery maid, and Johnny, the English soon-to-be Lord, the story explores hope and life in the face of class divide.
13+; Class; Gender Bloomsbury Education
Catch That Thought! Author Matt Bawler
Illustrator Gizem Gözde Uçar £7.99 Paperback 9781801998130 Fiction
A playful rhyming tale about battling pesky pixies of self-doubt, Catch That Thought! helps children reframe negative thinking, build confidence, and embrace challenges with courage and positivity 3+; Health and wellbeing
Escape from Amritsar Author Bali Rai
£6.99 Paperback 9781801997720 Fiction
In 1919 Amritsar, 12-year-old Arjan braves cur- fews, soldiers, and bandits on a daring mission to save his wrongly accused father after a brutal massacre shakes the city. 12+; Race
I Can’t Do It... Yet! Author Matt Bawler
Illustrator Gizem Gözde Uçar £7.99 Paperback 9781801998031 Fiction
Set in the African Savannah, I Can’t Do It... Yet! is a joyful rhyming story that teaches children the power of perseverance, showing that with practice, patience, and pride in trying, success will follow.
3+; Health and wellbeing
The Mistake Monsters Author Matt Bawler
Illustrator Gizem Gözde Uçar £7.99 Paperback 9781801998079 Fiction
A fun and inspiring rhyming story, Mistakes are Great helps children see mistakes as magical opportunities to learn, grow, and get creative, with a little help from some not-so-scary Mistake Monsters!
3+; Health and wellbeing The Time Machine Next Door:
Artists and a Disappearing Dog Author Iszi Lawrence Illustrator Rebecca Bagley £7.99 Paperback 9781801997027 Fiction
When a runaway time machine scatters itself through history, Sunil and Alex race through time meeting legendary artists and inventors to piece it back together in this hilarious, fast-paced adventure!
7-9 years; Race
The Time Machine Next Door: Inventors and Dinosaurs Author Iszi Lawrence Illustrator Rebecca Bagley £7.99 Paperback 9781801997010 Fiction
When a Monopoly dispute sparks a time-travel quest, Sunil and Alex meet quirky inventors from history to find out if they’re happy with their crea- tions, in this hilarious, fact-packed adventure! 7-9 years
Under Fire Author Sufiya Ahmed
£7.99 Paperback 9781801995627 Fiction
In 1943, 12-year-old Hasan travels from Blitz- torn England to Calcutta, where he uncovers wartime secrets, battles injustice, and joins a brave new friend in the fight for freedom. 9-12 years; Race
We Love a Challenge Author Matt Bawler
Illustrator Gizem Gözde Uçar £7.99 Paperback 9781801998109 Fiction
A fun, rhyming adventure about teamwork and determination, We Love a Challenge shows children how big tasks become manageable with a solid plan, supportive friends, and the courage to keep going.
3+; Health and wellbeing
What Makes a Family? Author Molly Potter Illustrator Sarah Jennings £7.99 Paperback 9781801994422 Fiction
A warm and inclusive picture book that cele- brates all kinds of families - perfect for helping children understand and appreciate the many ways a family can be made and the love that binds them together. 4+; Gender and sexuality
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Wesley and Wolf Author and Illustrator Sassafras De Bruyn
Translator David Colmer This powerful picture book introduces Wesley, who has a wolf inside him that wants to howl and scream. But Wesley always tries to “be good,” suppressing his true feelings. The story delves into balancing inner emotions with external expecta- tions, reminding us to be emotionally honest and set healthy boundaries. It empowers children to find their voice and be true to themselves. 3-8 years; Mental health; Wellbeing; Empathy; Expressing emotion; Openness
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Good Morning, Neighbour Author Davide Calì Illustrator Maria Dek
£14.99 Hardback 9781911496304 Hardback
This picture book follows a mouse who sets out to make an omelette but lacks an egg! His journey through the neighbourhood quickly transforms as his neighbour contribute what they have, turning his quest into a shared adventure of baking a cake. It’s a story about the joy of collaboration, the power of generosity, and being open to new ideas. 2-6 years; Community; Inclusivity; Kindness; Beauty of diversity; Empathy
A Day in the Life of Fossils, Fire and Other Fantastic Finds Author Mike Barfield Illustrator Jess Bradley
£10.99 Paperback 9781837250257 Non-fiction
The fourth title in the hugely popular ‘A Day in the Life’ series, looking at amazing and historic discoveries from the treasures found in Tutankhamun’s tomb to Roald Amundsen’s ground-breaking expedition to the South Pole. This is a laugh-out-loud guide to the world’s most incredible and wonderful discoveries!. 9-11 years; Gender; Race
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