Download or read book The Wanderdays Journey To Fantome Island written by Claire Povey and published by Usborne Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2024-06-06 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you brave enough to join the Wanderdays in their first thrilling adventure? They're off on an edge-of-your-seat underwater quest to find out what's really happening on the secret Fantome Island. Meet Flo and Joseph Wanderday. Their mum is one of the world's greatest explorers, but she's gone missing on her latest expedition. When a mysterious stranger appears, they discover the sinister reason for Mum's trip. This was no ordinary expedition and Mum was trying to uncover crimes committed by Sir Frederick Titan, a much-loved TV presenter who claims to be a protector of the natural world. Flo, Joseph and their friends Funmi and Isaac find a map and follow clues taking them to a secret island to save Mum and expose Titan's fishy plans... An exciting watery adventure packed with brilliant baddies, bravery, friendship and real passion for protecting the natural world. Praise for The Wanderdays: "An absolute delight." Melissa Cristina Márquez, marine biologist and author "A heart pounding, edge-of-your-seat adventure with an important eco message at its heart." Laura Noakes (author of Cosima Unfortunate Steals a Star)

Download or read book Children s Writers Artists Yearbook 2025 written by Bloomsbury Publishing and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2024-08-01 with total page 773 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Foreword by Alice Oseman, creator of the million-copy bestselling Heartstopper books. 'This is not a book, it is a sky filled with possibility, so let its wisdom lift you and soar!' Joseph Coelho, Children's Laureate Celebrating its 21st edition, this indispensable Children's Writers' & Artists' Yearbook provides everything you need to know to get your work noticed. With thousands of up-to-date contacts and inspiring articles from dozens of successful writers, illustrators and industry insiders, it is the ultimate resource on writing and publishing for children of all ages. Packed with insights and practical tips, it provides expert advice on: - submitting to agents and publishers - writing non-fiction and fiction across genres and formats - poetry, plays, broadcast media and illustration - self-publishing - copyright, finances and contracts - marketing, prizes and festivals - and much, much more ... New content in this edition include articles on Your Author Brand by Tom Palmer, Getting Published by Hannah Gold, Writing with empathy by Camilla Chester, What an indie bookshop can offer authors by Carrie & Tim Morris. 'Between the covers of this book is everything you need to know to get published.' Julia Donaldson

Download or read book Gravenhunger written by Harriet Goodwin and published by Stripes Publishing. This book was released on 2011 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thirteen-year-old Phoenix Wainwright is not happy about spending the summer in an old house in the middle of nowhere, especially when he hears that Gravenhunger Manor used to belong to his dead mother, Elvira - a secret which she kept from Phoenix and his father during her lifetime. But this isn't the only secret Elvira had been hiding - something terrible happened at the house during her childhood, something for which she was never able to forgive herself... Phoenix is determined to get to the bottom of the mystery, but as his mother's secret begins to unravel, Phoenix finds himself in grave danger...

Download or read book Where the Wilderness Lives written by Jess Butterworth and published by Orion Children's Books. This book was released on 2020-03-31 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An epic race for survival that follows four children and their dog through the treacherous waterways, dense forests and deep, dark wilderness. Cara and her siblings live on a canal boat in Wales. One day, as they are fishing with magnets in a drained canal lock, trying to clean it up, they pull out a mysterious locked safe. That night, a group of criminals come after the safe. The children flee, travelling with the boat as far as the canal goes before continuing into the forest on foot. Will Cara and her siblings be able to survive in the mountains with no parents, pursuers hot on their tail, and nothing but their wits, their bravery and one very large dog to help?

Download or read book The Liszts written by Kyo Maclear and published by Tundra Books. This book was released on 2016-10-04 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Liszts make lists. They make lists most usual and lists most unusual. They make lists in winter, spring, summer and fall. They make lists every day except Sundays, which are listless. Mama Liszt, Papa Liszt, Winifred, Edward, Frederick and Grandpa make lists all day long. So does their cat. Then one day a visitor arrives. He's not on anyone's list. Will the Liszts be able to make room on their lists for this new visitor? How will they handle something unexpected arising? Kyo Maclear's quirky, whimsical story, perfectly brought to life with the witty, stylish illustrations of Júlia Sardà, is a humorous and poignant celebration of spontaneity.

Download or read book The Unexpected Tale of the Bad Brothers written by Clare Povey and published by . This book was released on 2022-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Listen up," Bastien said, ready to divulge the plan that he and his friends had finalized. "This is how we stop those bad brothers."Bastien Bonlivre is in trouble again. His sworn enemy, Olivier Odieux, has escaped jail and is out for revenge...Meanwhile, across Paris, fires are burning, and danger lurks at every corner. Who could be behind this?As clues start piling up, Bastien and his friends Theo, Alice and the mysterious Mathilde must set off on a daring treasure hunt to track down the answers they so desperately need. Because if they don't find them, it won't just be Bastien who is in danger...but the whole of Paris too. "Funny, fast-paced and touching... Bastien's adventures joyfully celebrate the power of storytelling." Julian Sedgwick, author of Tsunami Girl Praise for the Bastien Bonlivre Adventures:"A charming and bookish tale of friendship, villainy and the power of stories." Thomas Taylor, author of Malamander"A delightful literary mystery with a dastardly villain to boot! Perfect for fans of Peter Bunzl and Katherine Rundell." Christopher Edge, author of The Many Worlds of Albie Bright"An absolutely delightful French mystery with plenty of tension and suspense alongside wonderful friendships." L.D.Lapinski, author of The Strangeworlds Travel Agency trilogy

Download or read book Bunheads written by Sophie Flack and published by Poppy. This book was released on 2011-10-10 with total page 183 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A vibrant and absorbing novel about the competitive world of professional ballet, written by a former New York City Ballet dancer. As a dancer with the ultra-prestigious Manhattan Ballet company, nineteen-year-old Hannah Ward juggles intense rehearsals, dazzling performances, and complicated backstage relationships. But when she meets a spontaneous and irresistibly cute musician named Jacob, her universe begins to change. Until now, Hannah has happily followed the company's unofficial mantra, "Don't think, just dance." But as Jacob opens her eyes to the world beyond the theater, Hannah must decide whether to compete against the other "bunheads" for a star soloist spot or to strike out on her own. Don't miss this behind-the-scenes look at the life of a young professional ballet dancer, written by an insider who lived it all.

Download or read book The Unexpected Tale of Bastien Bonlivre written by Clare Povey and published by Usborne Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2021-09-02 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The open door felt like an invitation, or a trap. Bastien wasn't sure which, but with no other choice, he stepped inside...and hoped he'd make it out again alive.Bastien Bonlivre is a boy with a big imagination, determined to finish the story his parents started, left to him in a red notebook.On the other side of Paris, bestselling author Olivier Odieux is struggling to complete his latest novel. Along with his villainous brothers, he is masterminding his greatest plot yet...one that will spread fear throughout the city and beyond.What connects these two stories is a dangerous secret, a hidden mystery and an unexpected race across Paris for the truth. Can Bastien and his friends Alice, Theo and Sami be brave enough to stop Olivier stealing the ending they deserve?A classic adventure story about friendship, hope, bravery and the power of imagination.

Download or read book The Boy in the Post written by Holly Rivers and published by . This book was released on 2022-01-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Shalloo siblings accept a summer job from eccentric Grandy, who has collected a menagerie of furry and feathered posties known as animails. But when homing pelican, Geronimo, fails to return from a delivery, the three children post themselves to New York City to find him in this daring first-class adventure ...

Download or read book Saving Sorya written by Nguyen Thi Thu Trang and published by Macmillan Children's Books. This book was released on 2023-06-29 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winner of the 2023 Carnegie Medal for Illustration Based on a true story, this Eisner-nominated middle grade graphic novel tells the story of a young conservationist who overcomes the odds to save a sun bear. When endlessly curious Chang discovers a bear farm near her home in Vietnam, she decides to do everything she can to save wild animals by becoming a conservationist. After teaching herself survival skills and learning all she can about the rainforest, Chang is finally accepted as a rescue centre volunteer. Her toughest challenge yet comes when she makes a vow to return Sorya - the sun bear she raised from infancy - back into the wild. Because despite being a different species, Sorya is Chang's best friend. And letting a friend go is never easy, even when it's the right thing to do. Written by scientist and environmental activist Trang Nguyen, with stunning artwork by Jeet Zdung and STEM facts galore, Chang's daring story is for any young reader, animal lover, or intrepid explorer who's ready for adventure!

Download or read book Mr Shaha s Marvellous Machines written by Alom Shaha and published by . This book was released on 2021-07-08 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Transform and recycle household objects into your very own home-made toys and machines! Learn about the centre of gravity by making a balancing bird, create a toroidal vortex with a smoke-ring machine, and turn a spoon into an electromagnet. Chances are you won't need to buy the materials required for these machines because they're all in your house right now. Every child can be an engineer with the help of Mr Shaha and his marvellous machines. Written by a science teacher and dad, Mr Shaha's Marvellous Machinesis the highly anticipated sequel to Mr Shaha's Recipes for Wonder. This book gives clear, step-by-step instructions for over 15 projects. Whether you're a master engineer or a total beginner, it will spark inspiration for fun activities to engage young people in the marvels of machinery.

Download or read book There Are Bugs Everywhere written by Britta Teckentrup and published by . This book was released on 2019-09 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There are bugs everyw here! Some of them live in jungles, some of them underw ater, and some certainly live in your house. There are Bugs Everywhere is the second in a series of non-fiction books from Britta Teckentrup. Young readers w ill learn w here in the w orld all sorts of animals can be found and all the w eird and w onderful things about them that they never imagined w ere true. This is non-fiction w ith spark and personality from a much-loved illustrator.

Download or read book The Lost Whale written by Hannah Gold and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2022-10-11 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A gorgeously written standalone from the acclaimed author of The Last Bear, Hannah Gold’s second novel is a touching story about adventure, recovery, and love—perfect for fans of Pax and A Wolf Called Wander. When Rio is sent to live with a grandmother he barely knows in California, he feels completely alone. Then he makes a new friend on the foggy beach—a girl named Marina, who teaches him about the massive grey whales that migrate nearby. As Rio grows to love the whales, he discovers that his mother loved them, too. He’s suddenly sure that if he can somehow find a way to connect her with these gentle giants – and especially with a particular whale named White Beak – she will get better and come to join him in California. But White Beak is missing—and Rio must embark on a desperate journey across the dangerous ocean to find her. An excellent choice for readers in grades 3 to 7, this fierce celebration of friendship includes information about the struggles facing real gray whales from climate change, pollution, and over-fishing.

Download or read book Return to FACTopia written by Kate Hale and published by FACTopia. This book was released on 2022 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every fact is connected in weird and wonderful ways. Follow a trail that sweeps from facts about snowball fights to facts about volcanoes to facts about blue whales to facts about earwax. You can choose your own route through these facts - stick to the path or zoom to a complete different (but still connected) part of FACTopia! Where will your curiosity take you? --Back cover.

Download or read book Flyntlock Bones the Ghost of Scarletbeard written by Derek Keilty and published by Flyntlock Bones. This book was released on 2022-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Age range 7+ The third book in this Times Best Read pirate investigator trilogy. The Countess of Bohemia's jewels have been stolen by a ghost. Not just any old ghost, but the ghost of Captain Scarletbeard, the scariest pirate who ever lived! Flynn and the crew of the Black Hound descend the murky depths to Davy Jones's Locker, where they uncover a ghoulish plot that threatens the survival of the Seven Seas...

Download or read book The Pear Affair written by Judith Eagle and published by Candlewick Press. This book was released on 2022-06-14 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "First published by Faber & Faber Limited (UK) 2020"--Title page verso.

Download or read book Billy and the Beast written by Nadia Shireen and published by Random House. This book was released on 2018-05-31 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of The Observer's Best Children's Books of 2018! 'It's a great story for everyone, especially those not used to seeing themselves centre-stage'- The Guardian From the author of Bumblebear, comes a new heroine for our times. Introducing: Billy! Whilst on a lovely walk in the woods, Billy and her trusty sidekick Fatcat hear a terrible rumble... a terrible rumble coming from a Terrible Beast... He’s making a Terrible Soup out of all of Billy and Fatcat’s friends! Luckily, our brave heroine Billy has a trick or two up her sleeve (or in her hair)... Join Billy on her mission to defeat the Terrible Beast (and save those adorable little bunny rabbits too). 'A refreshing picture book star' - The Observer