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Alf Gorilla By Michael Grater Batty and his gang of rats kidnap a gorilla and dress him up as a person to act as their minder. But as he becomes more and more human, Alf develops ideas of his own. A clever and witty story with humorous illustrations by the author. For 8-12 year olds. ISBN-13: 9780718826529

Alf Gorilla Adrift By Michael Grater In this entertaining sequel to Alf Gorilla, Alf and his friends the rats attempt to escape when Oily Sludge the wharf cat locks them into an old barge and sets them adrift on the Thames. For 8-12 years olds. ISBN-13: 9780718827700

Boris the Tomato By Alex Martin A comic allegory, set in a greenhouse in Kent, about a tomato who plots to take over the world. ISBN-13: 9780744400281

Boy Of The Painted Cave By Justin Denzel An unusual and captivating story set in the Stone Age, about a boy who longs to be a cave painter but is prevented by taboos of his clan. ISBN-13: 9780718827694

Breaking Glass By Brian Morse Darren is one of the few survivors after the dropping of a biological weapon on the Midlands. This uncompromising novel of a Britain devastated by war tells of the aftermath of the disaster, the first days of survival and the legacy twelve years later. ISBN-13: 9780718826482

The Bronze Dagger By Linda Upham An unusual historical novel, set in Lincolnshire in the 1st century, telling the story of Budicca's rising through the eyes of two village children. For 8-11 year olds. ISBN-13: 9780718827755

The Call of the Raven By Glyn Frewer A moving story about the relationship between a boy and an injured raven. The author's accurately-observed narrative makes much of the ancient bond between ravens and humans, with its roots in mystery and superstition. ISBN-13: 9780718826697

The Candlemass Treasure By Phillip Turner An adventure story about two half-Korean teenagers caught up in a search for their missing inheritance, tightly plotted and compellingly written by an award-winning author. For children aged 11+. ISBN-13: 9780718826949

The Changeling By Zilpha Keatley Snyder A shrewd, entertaining story of two girls from very different backgrounds growing up together in California. ISBN-13: 9780718822224

The Edge of the World By John Gordon A fast-moving thriller which takes three teenagers from their life in the Fens into the dangerous and frightening world of the supernatural. ISBN-13: 9780744400052

Ellie and the Hagwitch By Helen Cresswell A powerful and imaginative fantasy set in the past, about a girl who can see into the future and her battle with her community's old enemy, the Hagwitch. ISBN-13: 9780718826727

Famous Rowena Lamont By Barbara Willard Kate is at first charmed by Rowena's inventive fantasies, but as time goes on Kate becomes increasingly worried about her new friend. A funny, gentle tale by a celebrated writer about loneliness and friendship. ISBN-13: 9780744400021

The First Four Years By Laura Ingalls Wilder This book tells of the first four years of Laura's marriage to Almanzo, the birth of their daughter Rose, and their struggle on the land on the South Dakota prairie. By the author of 'Little House on the Prairie'. ISBN-13: 9780718819767

Fox By Glyn Frewer The fascinating story of Flik, a dog fox, and his life in the wild. Capturing his cunning and resourcefulness, this book is full of insights and information about the fox's way of life. ISBN-13: 9780744400526

Gandy Lande By Ray Cornell The touching and funny story of the adventures of a young girl growing up in post-war Britain. For children aged 7-11. ISBN-13: 9780718827991

Ghost Sitter By Christobel Mattingley A short black comedy, centred on the macabre and mysterious events taking place at an Australian school. ISBN-13: 9780744400410

Special Offer The Ghosts of Stone Hollow By Zilpha Keatley Snyder The people of Taylor Valley would not go near Stone Hollow; many said it was haunted. New arrival Amy discovers for herself the secret of Stone Hollow. ISBN-13: 9780718823474

The Great Rescue Operation By Jean Van Leeuwen A charming and amusing tale of three mice living it up in a department store, until one of them gets sold while asleep in a doll's pram and the others must come up with a rescue plan. ISBN-13: 9780744400229

A Horse Came Running By Meindert DeJong The vivid and exciting story of a tornado, a horse and a boy in mid-west America. ISBN-13: 9780718817237

The Incomers By Sally Robey A fast-paced sequel to 'Tyso's Promise', telling how Muswell meets the dark-haired Romany girl, Rosie, and of the problems caused by the arrival of a motorcycle gang. ISBN-13: 9780718827779

John's Book By Jill Fuller At the age of ten, John must suddenly come to terms with the death of his father. Written with compassion and understanding, this novel for young people answers many questions about the experience of bereavement. ISBN-13: 9780718828707

The Long Winter By Laura Ingalls Wilder When the old Indian warns of a bad winter to come, Laura's Pa moves the family to the town, but even there the blizzards rage and food begins to run out. An amazing tale by the author of 'Little House on the Prairie'. ISBN-13: 9780718805203

Lost People of Malplaquet Hardback Edition By Andrew Dalton In this inventive and enchanting sequel to The Temples of Malplaquet, the mysteries surrounding the Lilliputians grow deeper, and Jamie faces new challenges in protecting his diminutive friends. ISBN-13: 9780718830496

Lost People of Malplaquet Paperback Edition By Andrew Dalton In this inventive and enchanting sequel to The Temples of Malplaquet, the mysteries surrounding the Lilliputians grow deeper, and Jamie faces new challenges in protecting his diminutive friends. ISBN-13: 9780718830502

Marianne Dreams By Catherine Storr A modern classic about a girl who finds that the pictures she draws while she is ill come alive in her dreams. Adapted for the screen as the feature film 'Paperhouse'. ISBN-13: 9780718827687

Mermaids' Tales By Ruth Ainsworth Three mer-children living under the sea long to visit the wonderful world of the land, but when they get their wish, they find themselves in more trouble than they could imagine. ISBN-13: 9780718824600

Message in a Bottle By Jenny Koralek Jane is a lonely girl with few friends of her own age. It takes a series of traumatic events to help her come to terms with growing up and making new friends. For 9-12 year olds. ISBN-13: 9780718826550

The Millionaire Cat By Pamela Dalton Hennessy the cat is a financial wizard, but his success in multiplying his millions brings about his kidnap and abandonment. His adventures along the way are told with style and pace in this appealing fantasy novel. ISBN-13: 9780718828530

The Moonstruck Mongrel By Pandora Pollen Rollo, an inquisitive and determined puppy, has made up his mind to become an astronaut. An exciting and amusing story, with a strong message about cruelty to animals. ISBN-13: 9780718827885

Nick and the Genie By Brian Morse Everyone knows genies grant three wishes, but the genie Nick has found is tired, bad-tempered and in no mood for working. An exciting and funny adventure story set in a modern school. ISBN-13: 9780718826888

The Night of the Scorpion By Anthony Horowitz A sequel to The Devil's Doorbell, this fast-moving supernatural thriller is set in Peru, where Martin and Richard find intrigue, suspicion and danger. ISBN-13: 9780744400533

Run, Run As Fast As You Can By Mary Pope Osbourne Rejected by the girls at her new school, Hallie takes refuge in the games she plays with her younger brother. But when tragedy strikes, she must face the world at a much deeper level. A fiercely moving story that will remain with readers for a long time. ISBN-13: 9780744400212

Save Our School By Emlyn Roberts The children from A Shiver of Fear return in another fast-paced adventure. When their school is threatened with closure, Pam, Wesley and their friends are determined to find out the real reason - but it is not what they expected. For ages 8-11. ISBN-13: 9780718827151

Seal Story By Kathleen Fidler Dan lives on the island of Lindisfarne, where he loves to watch the sea birds and the seals. On his last autumn on the island, he acquires a secret which he cannot even reveal to his family. ISBN-13: 9780718823788

A Shiver of Fear By Emlyn Roberts A tense mini-thriller in which a multi-racial group of children are faced with adult prejudice and violence. ISBN-13: 9780718826536

Shots By Nigel Gray Fast-moving and topical, this is a powerful novel of friendship set in a multi-racial street which erupts with emotion and violence. ISBN-13: 9780718826369

Simon the Magician By Majorie-Ann Watts In this lively and imaginative tale of unreliable magic, Simon receives his great-grandfather's Magic Box for his 7th birthday. Soon he finds that he can summon up two eccentric friends from another world who lead him into all kinds of mischief. ISBN-13: 9780718828134

Song of Roland Smith By Jenny Koralek Judd and Roly borrow a puppy from a pet shop, but disaster strikes and they manage to lose it. But this event also leads to their meeting with Percy, a blind girl whose bravery enables them to see their own problems in perspective. ISBN-13: 9780744400151

The Tale of Sir Gawain By Neil Philip As Sir Gawain lies wounded and feverish outside Sir Lancelot's castle, he tells of the deeds and adventures of the Knights of the Round Table. Atmospheric and dramatic, this is a rare account of the Arthurian legends in one consecutive story. ISBN-13: 9780718826703

The Temples of Malplaquet Hardback Edition By Andrew Dalton A charming and imaginative fantasy in which thirteen-year-old Jamie finds himself responsible for protecting a hidden world of 'little people' concealed in enchanted temples deep in the English countryside. ISBN-13: 9780718830465

The Temples of Malplaquet Paperback Edition By Andrew Dalton A charming and imaginative fantasy in which thirteen-year-old Jamie finds himself responsible for protecting a hidden world of 'little people' concealed in enchanted temples deep in the English countryside. ISBN-13: 9780718830472

Special Offer Three's Company By Ruth Ainsworth Three friends spend a summer of fun and discovery in a charming domestic adventure where the saying, 'two's company, three's none' is proved wrong. ISBN-13: 9780718821180

Two's Company By Catherine Storr Two sisters on holiday in France become involved with a couple of students. The development and ultimate disintegration of their relationships is portrayed with sensitivity and humour. ISBN-13: 9780744400397

Tyso's Promise By Sally Robey Tyso, a gypsy boy, is on the run. His skill as a barefist fighter and his wild gypsy looks lead to trouble with the police. Can he keep his promise to return home to rescue his younger sister? A fast-paced and dramatic story for 11-14 year olds. ISBN-13: 9780718826871

Young Pioneers By Rose Wilder Lane A vivid tale of a settler family struggling to survive the winter of the American West. This novel by the daughter of Laura Ingalls Wilder was based on her family's history, and its success prompted her mother to write her own stories of her childhood. ISBN-13: 9780718824280