Fiction
#1 New York Times bestselling author E. Lockhart returns to the world of her TikTok sensation We Were Liars with her signature beachy gothic atmos- phere, family intrigue and high-stakes romance. 16-19 years; Disability (dementia); Class
or ‘Bad Kid’ can be and how they can shape our choices throughout our lives.
3-5 years; Health and wellbeing (eco, fast fashion topic)
Step Into My Shoes
Author Alkisti Halikia Illustrator Fotini Tikkou
Translator Konstantine Matsoukas £7.99 Softcover 9781915244963 Fiction
Ladybird Ink Road
The Fast Track Author Angelica Cheng £9.99 Paperback 9781785309120 Fiction
Justine’s dream is to become the first female f1 champion. But will cameron stand in her way? A gorgeous ya romance featuring rivalry on and off the track
12+; Race
They Own the Night Author Amy McCaw
£8.99 Paperback 9781785307218 Fiction
Buffy meets Only Murders in the Building in this YA Dracula retelling, set against the backdrop of the 1980s music scene. 14-18 years; Sexuality
First Festivals: Día De los Muertos
Author and Illustrator Emily Mendoza £7.99 BB 9780241758939 Non-Fiction
IVP Books UK PREMIUM LISTING
Featuring simple text, gorgeous illustrations and satisfying lift-the-flaps, this book explores the festival of Día de los Muertos and helps young children understand the importance of this spe- cial Mexican and Latin celebration. Lift the flaps to reveal tasty sugar skulls, decorated ofrendas and vibrant clothing to celebrate the loved ones who are no longer here. 0-5 years; Religion;Culture
A Nine Night for Noxxy Author Mercedes Deacon Illustrator Sayada Ramdial £7.99 Paperback 9780241759028 Fiction
A warm and heartfelt picture book tackling the tricky topic of pet loss with a Caribbean flavour. Also features a foreword from Trish Cooke, the award-winning writer of So Much! 3+; Religion; Culture; Race
Matou passes a mosque on her way home from school and can’t resist trying on some of the shoes she finds outside. This single act becomes a joyful lesson in empathy, helping her build a bridge of understanding between her and her mom.
2+; Race
The Great Henna Party Author Humera Malik Illustrator Sonali Zohra £7.99 Softcover 9781836290230 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?
2+; Race
What Makes a Family: Celebrating the Filipino Day of the Dead
Author Eric Ruiz Roxas Illustrator Aldy Aguirre
£12.99 Hardcover 9781836290339 Fiction
During Undas, the Filipino Day of the Dead, a brother and sister learn that families aren’t defined by their size, wealth, gender or distance from one another, but by the love they share in life and beyond.
2+; Race Class; Multigenerational Families Lantana Publishing
Flyaway Boy Author Jane De Suza Illustrator Richa Bhembre £8.99 Softcover 9781836290360 Fiction
When Kabir disappears, his town scrambles to find him only to realize they never truly saw him at all. Flyaway Boy is a heartfelt story about difference, belonging, and being found on your own terms.
7+; Neurodiversity; Race
Freedom Braids Author Monique Duncan Illustrator Oboh Moses £7.99 Softcover 9781836290377 Fiction
Journey with Me for Kids Author Catherine Campbell Illustrator Emma Skerratt £13.99 Hardback 9781789745092 Non-Fiction
Life is an adventure, with exciting moments and tricky paths along the way. Through simple prayers, gentle questions, and real-life examples, this devotional helps children discover God’s love in everyday life, from rainy days and playground worries to family changes and
joyful celebrations.
8-12 years; Body image; Health and wellbeing
In the sugarcane plantations, Nemy stumbles upon a group of women braiding each other’s hair. Will the paths these courageous women weave guide Nemy to a new home where she can be free? *Carnegie Medal for Illustration Longlist 2026*. 2+; Race
Mama’s Special Wonton Soup Author Wai Mei Wong Illustrator Xin Yue Zhu £7.99 Softcover 9781915244901 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.
Ivy Kids Eco
Igor and the Mending Mice Author and Illustrator Alexander Mostov
£9.99 Paperback 9781836008934 Fiction
In Bad Kid, a powerful YA graphic memoir, Sofia Szamosi recounts her experiences as a young girl, exploring how damaging the labels ‘Good Kid’
Spring-Summer 2026 2+; Race Mama’s Wedding
Author and Illustrator Circle Yuen £12.99 Hardcover 9781836290476 Fiction
A tender story of blended families, Mama’s Wedding follows Ruby as she finds courage, con- nection, and hope on her mama’s wedding day. It’s a celebration of how love can change, grow, and begin again.
2+; Race; Blended Families
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Roswell Johnson Saves the Galaxy!
Author Chris Colfer
£14.99 Paperback 9781510202665 Fiction
The bestselling author of The Land of Stories and A Tale of Magic returns in the sequel to Roswell Johnson Saves the World! Packed with humor and heart, the second book in this action-packed adventure series is another epic journey, this time, to save the galaxy! 9-11 years; Race
Xirsi and the Final Battle (Intasimi Warriors Book 4) Author Shiko Nguru Illustrator Wanjira Kinyua £8.99 Softcover 9781836290292 Fiction
When a prophecy awakens, genius warrior Xirsi must solve ancient riddles, face monsters, and unlock his true self to save his home. In this thrilling final installment of The Intasimi Warriors series, the ultimate battle draws near – and the Underworld is rising. 9+; Race
I Kissed Shara Wheeler Author Casey McQuiston £9.99 Paperback 9781035092413 Fiction
Casey McQuiston’s I Kissed Shara Wheeler is about breaking the rules, getting messy, and finding love in unexpected places. Perfect for fans of Heartstopper, this is the debut YA queer rom-com from the bestselling author of Red, White and Royal Blue. 12+; LGBTQ+
Macmillan Children’s Books
Feminist History for Every Day of the Year
Author Kate Mosse Illustrator Sophie Bass
£20.00 Hardback 9781529066227 Non-Fiction Gender
The Great Unicorn Escape Author and Illustrator Diane Ewen £7.99 Paperback 9781035017096 Fiction
Enter a magical, colourful world in The Great Unicorn Escape – an enchanting, unicorn-filled tale about siblings and looking after each other.... and baby dragons! From the award-winning, bestselling Diane Ewen. 3-7 years; Race
The Wildcat and the
Gathering Storm Author Lui Sit
£7.99 Paperback 9781035040346 Fiction
Join Puffin Lau and wildcat kitten Noma on an exciting adventure in the sequel to Waterstones Children’s Book of the Month Land of the Last Wildcat. A fast-paced action adventure perfect for animal lovers aged 7+! 9-11 years; Race
Vanya and the Wild Hunt Author Sangu Mandanna Illustrator Kristina Kister £8.99 Paperback 9781035022519 Fiction
Enter a world of enchanted books and monstrous secrets in Sangu Mandanna’s magical fantasy series. Vanya and the Wild Hunt is filled with stunning illustrations by Kristina Kister. Perfect for fans of Rick Riordan, A. F. Steadman and Pari Thomson.
LKP Children’s Hello Autumn
Author Nina Chakrabarti £9.99 Paperback 9781510232426 Non Fiction
Learn about how the seasons change from summer to autumn in this beautifully illustrated book full of stickers and activities! 5-7 years; Race
How to Build a Chocolate Bridge Author Roma Agrawal Illustrator Robert Sae-Heng £14.99 Hardback 9781510231580 Non-Fiction
9-11 years; Neurodiversity
An interactive, hands-on exploration of science and the world around us, in a fan- tastically fun book for children aged 7+. 7-9 years; Race
Macmillan
Magic Cat
A Year Of Black Joy Author Jamia Wilson Illustrator Jade Orlando £9.99 Paperback 9781917366007 Non-Fiction
An uplifting and empowering anthology of joyful contributions from 52 contemporary Black voices including chef Andi Oliver, author Patrice Law- rence, space scientist Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock and climate activist Vanessa Nakate. 7+; Race
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