Tommy’s Time to Shine Author Tommy Jessop Illustrator Carolina Rabei ££7.99 Paperback 9780241674864 Fiction
A celebration of diversity and inclusion as Tom- my, a star in the making, steps on to the stage for the very first time. From debut picture-book author, Tommy Jessop. 3+; Disability
Lantana
Freedom Braids Author Monique Duncan Illustrator Oboh Moses
£12.99 Paperback 9781836290377 Fiction
A picture book of love, liberation and legacy inspired by the true story of enslaved African women in Colombia braiding maps to freedom. Primary age; Race
Mama’s Special Wonton Soup Author Wai Mei Wong Illustrator Xin Yue Zhu
£7.99 Paperback 9781920000000 Fiction
When a young girl leaves her mama’s house in Southern China to buy ingredients for wonton soup, she meets an array of villagers who each gift her with something special for her mama’s cooking pot.
Primary age; Race
Soni and the Life Drinkers (Book 3 The Intasimi Warriors Series)
Author Shiko Nguru Illustrator Melissa McEndoe £8.99 Paperback 9781836290285 Fiction
Set in modern-day Nairobi in Kenya, four young friends learn to wield their new-found powers as the descendants of the Intasimi: an ancient bloodline of legendary East African warriors. In Book 3, Soni discovers the identity of the Life Drinkers who are draining her mentor’s life and is faced with the ultimate sacrifice. Will saving Mr. Lemayian’s life come at the expense of her own? Middle Grade; Race
Step Into My Shoes Author Alkisti Halikia Illustrator Fotini Tikkou
Translator Konstantine Matsoukas £12.99 Paperback 9781836290377 Fiction
A delightful story about empathy in which a little girl takes the expression “to step into someone’s shoes” literally. Primary age; Race
SuperJoe Does Not Say Sorry Author Michael Catchpool Illustrator Emma Proctor £7.99 Paperback 9781836290223 Fiction
SuperJoe – superhero in the making – is far too busy to say sorry. But one sound keeps interfering with his rescue missions…and that’s the sound of his little sister crying. Can he swallow his pride and say the one little word that will make everything better? Primary age; Race
The Great Henna Party Author Humera Malik Illustrator Zohra
£7.99 Paperback 9781840000000 Fiction
It’s the night of her cousin’s wedding party, and the henna artist will hide the name of the person Noor loves the most in the pattern she paints on Noor’s hands. Whose name will Noor choose? Primary age; Race
The Playdate
Author Uje Brandelius Illustrator Clara Dackenberg Translator Nichola Smalley £7.99 Paperback 9781836290179 Fiction
For one little girl, the prospect of a playdate at her friend’s house fills her with excitement. But soon we find that the little girl and her friend live lives that are poles apart. Primary age; Class
Watch Me Bloom: A Bouquet of Haiku Poems for Budding Naturalists
Author and Illustrator Krina Patel-Sage
£7.99 Paperback 9781836290254 Non-Fiction
This collection of mindful haiku explores 24 flower species, from wildflower meadows to urban window boxes. Some flowers mark the seasons, celebrate love, or evoke memories. These poems invite readers to reflect on nature’s beauty and connections. NCTE Children’s Poetry Award Notable Book 2024
Primary age; Race; Sexuality Little Tiger
A Flash of Neon Author Sophie Cameron £8.99 Paperback 9781788957366 Fiction
Neon is Laurie’s first kiss and her best friend. He’s the person she turns to when she needs someone to talk to – he gets her. Which is unsurprising, given she made him up. And when he comes crashing into the real world, he turns her life upside down.
11-14 years; Sexuality Carnival Queen
Author Donette Williams Harry Illustrator Amélie-Anne Calmo £7.99 Paperback 9781838917579 Fiction
It’s carnival day, and Kayla cannot wait to show off her BIG ENERGY! But when her dress ends up in shreds, she has to face the music and ask for help. 3-6 years; Race
Clem Fatale Has Been Betrayed Author Eve Wersocki Morris Illustrator Honie Beam £7.99 Paperback 9781788957502 Fiction Clem Fatale is the youngest crook in the city, and when her dad goes missing along with a valuable prize, nothing will stop her finding them. 9-12 years; Class; Gender
Clem Fatale Has Been Upstaged Author Eve Wersocki Morris Illustrator Honie Beam £7.99 Paperback 9781788957625 Fiction
Clem Fatale and Gilbert are obsessed with Betty and Judy Wade, a musical double-act. When Betty goes missing, Clem and Gilbert are on the case. Can they save their idol? 9-12 years; Class; Gender
Courage in a Poem
Authors and Illustrators Various £8.99 Paperback 9781838919597
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This book is a treasure trove of writing celebrating courage, positivity and self-empowerment. Read the poems aloud or curl up with them in a quiet corner, and begin your journey into a lifelong love of poetry.
6-12 years; Health and wellbeing
Dead Yard: Seeds of Doom Author P. J. Killburn Illustrator Markia Jenai £7.99 Paperback 9781788957649 Fiction
When Jermaine takes a bite of food meant for his Great-Great Uncle Carl’s passing spirit, the angry ghost comes back with a vengeance and won’t leave him alone! But with cursed cassava seeds and a strange being lurking around the neigh- bourhood, can the unlikely pair work together to keep the people they care about safe? 9-12 years; Race
Gina Kaminski Rescues the Giant
Author Craig Barr-Green Illustrator Francis Martin £7.99 Paperback 9781801046596 Fiction
Meet Gina Kaminski. She’s here to tell you three facts. 1. The story of Jack and the Beanstalk is FULL of BIG mistakes. 2. She has a plan to fix them. 3. Her plan does NOT involve magic beans (but there will be cake). 3-6 years; Disability
Glam and Beardy
Author Ruby Clyde, Rachel WD Illustrator Vincent Batingnole £7.99 Paperback 9781788958127 Fiction
Welcome to Kinisle! Where the five Kindoms have stood since the dawn of time. Everyone belongs to one of the Kindoms, and each holds its own unique power, its own importance in the balance of our world... A laugh-out-loud series in diary format with illustrations, written by an award-winning comedy act. 9-12 years; Gender; Sexuality
Guardians of the New Moon: The Year of the Tiger Author Eric Huang
Illustrator Phùng Nguyên Quang £6.99 Paperback 9781788957571 Fiction
The Heavenly Palace is in uproar! Biao the tiger has gone missing and there’s no Year of the Tiger without her. Ming and Miaow are sent to find her and bring her back, but Biao is more concerned about the smoke choking her forest. Can the Guardians help her save her home before it’s too late?
6-9 years; Race
Guardians of the New Moon: Year of the Ox Author Eric Huang
Illustrator Phùng Nguyên Quang £6.99 Paperback 9781788957564 Fiction
When the warrior god Chiyou demands his son Xiao Nioh go on a quest, Ming and Miaow go along to help. But Xiao Nioh just wants to dance - can the Guardians help the ox prove himself to his father, or is the Year of the Ox ruined before it’s even started? 6-9 years; Race
How to Survive a Horror Sequel Author Scarlett Dunmore £8.99 Paperback 9781788957137 Fiction
When Charley moves to a small town nicknamed ‘The Devil’s Punchbowl’, she realises its troubled past might be the key to understanding her ability to speak to the dead. But when the Harrogate Killer makes a shocking return, a whole new terror is unleashed, and the sworn enemies will need to work together if they have any hope of escaping the town alive. 13-18 years; Sexuality
I Am Strong Just Being Me Author Laura Dockrill Illustrator Kip Alizadeh £7.99 Paperback 9781838918019 Fiction
Is strong brave and fearless? Does it always win a fight? Does strong have a shouty voice? Is it always right? These are the questions posed by the inquisitive Bean at the opening of this lyrical story that explores our understanding of what it means to be strong.
3-6 years; Health and wellbeing
I’m Going to Make a Friend Author Darren Chetty Illustrator Sandhya Prabhat £12.99 Hardback 9781801046602 Fiction
A heartwarming and original take on the nature of friendship from philosopher and debut picture book author Darren Chetty. 3-6 years; Health and wellbeing
My Thoughts and Me Author Nima Patel
Illustrator Callie Johnson-Issacs £7.99 Paperback 9781838916473 Fiction
An inclusive and empowering exploration of strategies for managing troubling thoughts and negative self-talk for young readers. 5-8 years; Health and Wellbeing
Rock Band: Music and Misfits Author Leah Osakwe
£8.99 Paperback 9781788957519 Fiction
Galaxy has always known she’s destined for fame and fortune as a solo singer. So when she and notorious troublemaker Sabrina spot a poster for a talent show at their school, they agree to form a rock band. Unfortunately, the only students interested in joining them are a socially awkward goody two shoes, and Galaxy’s little sister. Is her chance at stardom over before it’s even begun? 13-18 years; Race; Gender
Rock Band: Rockstars and Rebels
Author Leah Osakwe
£8.99 Paperback 9781788958202 Fiction
Music is everything to Sabrina and she loves performing with her best friends in their band, Just the Misfits! But as she struggles to balance her studies and music, tensions grow and her mum threatens to send her to live with her dad. Can Just the Misfits show Sabrina’s mum how much the band means to them, and convince her to let Sabrina stay? 12+; Race; Gender
Sad Girl Hours
Author Anna Zoe Quirke £8.99 Paperback 9781788956949 Fiction
Saffron struggles with seasonal affective disorder (SAD), something she’s keeping secret from her friends. Although it’s getting harder to hide, especially as she grows closer to Nell, a lover of autumn and winter. The two girls soon learn that you can’t fix other people’s issues, but you can show them that you love them regardless. 13-18 years; Disability; Health and wellbeing;
Sexuality
Shoot for the Stars Author Danielle Brown Illustrator Jayde and Filigrana de Ideas Perkin
£12.99 Paperback 9781838916657 Non Fiction
Drawing on stories from awesome athletes, as well as Danielle’s own gold-medal-winning experiences (and most importantly, the hiccups along the way), Shoot for the Stars gives practical examples of how to overcome obstacles, find
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