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On the night that Piggot’s Comet will appear over Brighton, the town plan to honour it with music and dancing. Harris, however, has other ideas. Being scientifically minded, he thinks only of observing...

Life in eighteenth-century London was hard and especially so for the city's apprentices. For seven long years they struggled for their livelihoods among the fetid houses and sinister quays of old London....

Eastward in Clerkenwell lies the Mulberry Pleasure Garden: six acres of leafy walks, colonnades and pavillions. In this bosky setting parade a variety of characters of awesome granduer, innocence and...

'My father, that stern and upright man, was nothing but a swindler and a thief!'What is the matter with old Mr Jones? Endless footsteps and low groans can be heard from his room in the dead of night....

Jackson is cold and starving in the dreadful winter weather. He's looking forward to the steaming pie that is payment for a long night's work. When the huge black dog comes - growling and glaring - Jackson...

Mr Corbett is a cruel employer and his young apprentice Benjamin can't help but wish he were dead. So when a strange old man offers to make this wish come true, Benjamin finds it impossible to refuse....

A bargain of a lifetime - seven years off the end of his life in exchange for a fortune now!By day, Mr Fast was a solicitor’s clerk, drawing up strangle-tight agreements and contracts. By night he repaired...

Young Smith was a pickpocket - a very accomplished one. But one day his pick-pocketing was to lead him into a sinister and dangerous web of murder, intrigue and betrayal.

Across the continents of the ancient world wandered the Storyteller, enchanting all who heard him with his wondrous tales of the gods. He longed for a glimpse of the all-powerful deities of his stories,...

The Mystery of Edwin Drood was Charles Dickens final novel, and remained unfinished at the time of his death. In this edition, beloved children's author Leon Garfield gives the story a satisfying ending.

Leon Garfield and Edward Blishen retells some of the most famous Greek myths in this classic of children's literature. This is the epic history of the Greek Gods told from their violent beginnings to...

The Confidence Man follows 14-year-old Hans Ruppert and a band of Protestants as they leave their home town and seek peace and freedom from Persecution in the New World. They are led by a mysterious hussar,...

Harris and Bostock are best friends, but they are as different from one another as night and day. Harris thinks up harebrained schemes and Bostock gets in trouble for them.When Harris puts his baby sister...

'Him what's born on the chime . . . he's the one what'll have communications with the devil.'At the age of fourteen, 'chime-child' Peter Gannet is apprenticed to a locksmith in Covent Garden. But his...

In a cave on the wild side of St James's Park live two ragged children; young Nick and his nine-year-old sister Jubilee. Once they had a father, but now they are alone – and Nick knows it is his responsibility...

'As far as the eye can see, scarlet men are marching . . . A rich and splendid company, but none more so than the drummer boy.'But a moment later, the sound of Charlie Samson's drum was swallowed in a...

In 1847, an orphaned baby is rescued as the sole survivor of a massacre in a Polish village. Many years later a mysterious and disturbed Russian lady turns up unexpectedly at one of Mr Dolly’s regular...

Secrets whispered up a chimney, a golden locket with a broken chain, murder in the streets of London – and suddenly young Barnacle is plunged into a terrifying mystery. The December Rose is a thrilling...

One stormy December night some time in the eighteenth century, a coach came thundering down the long hill outside of Dorking on its usual journey into London. But something unusual was to happen that...

Set in the streets of London, the story follows the hopes and aspirations of young Tim and his pet monkey, Pistol, as they use their wits to get money out of rich folk. Their apparent success is brought...

'When you take out the heart of gold, you must put something back in its place. Otherwise our princess would die.'Giorgio, a poor student, sets out on a journey to win the heart of Princess Charlotte...

Two boys, Lewis and Richard, travel to paris in 1789 for very different reasons, and find their ideals challenged in the events of the French Revolution and the September massacre.

Step into the Void...A mesmerizing journey into a mysterious world.

THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES! OVER A MILLION COPIES SOLD.Praise for Powerless:‘Nothing short of epic’ Rosie Talbot, bestselling author of Sixteen Souls'A thrilling fantasy with the most...

This fantasy epic from the No. 1 NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of the Shadow & Bone trilogy and international Netflix sensation is perfect for fans of George R. R. Martin, Sarah J. Maas and Laini...

Twilight tempted the imagination . . . New Moon made readers thirsty for more . . . Eclipse turned the saga into a worldwide phenomenon . . . And now - the book that everyone has been waiting for . ....

Bella?'Edward's soft voice came from behind me. I turned to see him spring lightly up the porch steps, his hair windblown from running. He pulled me into his arms at once, and kissed me again. His kiss...

Master storyteller and internationally bestselling author Christopher Paolini returns to the World of Eragon in this stunning epic fantasy set a year after the events of the Inheritance Cycle.The world...

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!'Deliciously dark' NATASHA NGAN'Heady, smart and vicious' TESSA GRATTONThis heart-pounding fantasy romance retelling of Romeo and Juliet is set in jazz-age Singapore and...

Adam Silvera reminds us that there’s no life without death and no love without loss in this devastating yet uplifting story about two people whose lives change over the course of one unforgettable day.#1 New...

"20 Bedtime Stories for Kids About Friendship"Snuggle up for a magical journey through the world of friendship with this heartwarming collection of 20 bedtime stories! Perfect for children ages 3-6, each...

In Sunni's First Space Mission, join young Sunni on an unforgettable adventure as she becomes the first person to travel alone into the vast unknown of space.With her heart full of curiosity and courage,...

Embark on a magical journey through time with "The Time-Traveling Boy and the Secret of Smiles," a delightful children's book designed for readers aged 7 and up.This captivating story follows Noah, a...

Okavango Fables: Stories to Heal Invisible Wounds takes us to the heart of the delta, where wise animals face challenges that mirror our own inner struggles.From the monkey who learns to say "no," the...

In the baking August, the Wuling Mountains in the southwest of the mainland of the Earth mother boundary, a huge team of more than 100,000 people, through the jungle, canyons, mountains in the heat of...

From Shy to Shine: A 21-Day Program with 39 Fun Activities to Boost Your Child's Social ConfidenceIs your child shy, hesitant, or nervous in social situations? Do they cling to your side at parties, avoid...

Bee and the Wonderland is a captivating series that follows Sweetie, a brave and curious bee, as she embarks on a magical journey into a hidden world full of wonder and mystery. From discovering the secrets...

Meg is the eldest and on the brink of love. Then there’s tomboy Jo who longs to be a writer. Sweet-natured Beth always puts others first, and finally there’s Amy, the youngest and most precocious. Together...

It's here! Number one bestselling author Stephenie Meyer makes a triumphant return to the world of Twilight with this highly-anticipated companion; the iconic love story of Bella and Edward told from...

When 17 year old Isabella Swan moves to Forks, Washington to live with her father she expects that her new life will be as dull as the town.But in spite of her awkward manner and low expectations, she...

The first thriller in the Mickey Bolitar series, now airing as an original series on Amazon Prime. Bestselling author and creator of the hit Netflix show Fool Me Once, Harlan Coben brings us a shocking...

The Summer I Turned Pretty series is now a major new show on on Amazon Prime! If you loved The Kissing Booth and Jenny Han's smash-hit Netflix movie To All The Boys I've Loved Before, you'll adore this...

Tahereh Mafi's New York Times bestselling Shatter Me series is perfect for fans who crave action-packed young adult novels like Victoria Aveyard's Red Queen, Suzanne Collins’s The Hunger Games, and Marie...

I stuck my finger under the edge of the paper and jerked it under the tape. 'Shoot,' I muttered when the paper sliced my finger. A single drop of blood oozed from the tiny cut. It all happened very quickly...

OVER 8 MILLION COPIES SOLD. THE GLOBAL BESTSELLER AND TIKTOK SENSATION! "Addictive, intense, and oozing with romance” Lauren Kate, Fallen...

I wanted to escape my problems by playing a video game. I didn't expect it to become my new reality.Hi, my name is Lauren and my life gets more depressing by the day. My job stresses me out. My car's...

His friends may be IMAGINARY… but the danger is REAL!Twelve-year-old Matthew's life has been incredibly challenging because of his Tourette Syndrome, a disorder which causes uncontrollable movements and...

Rocky the Okapi feels like he doesn't fit in at school. No matter what games his friends are playing, he can't keep up. Feeling discouraged, Rocky wishes he could be like the other animals. But with a...

🌳✨ A magical tree. Six heartfelt wishes. One unforgettable journey of kindness, courage, and connection. ✨🌳Stories from the Wishing Tree is a beautifully illustrated collection of six enchanting tales...

A story about unity, love, and the importance of nature in our lives. In a small community, a single, bright, and bold Jacaranda Tree brings the people together. 

In this captivating third series, Sweetie embarks on her most thrilling adventure yet, uncovering the mysteries hidden deep within Wonderland. As Sweetie uncovers clues, solves puzzles, and faces daunting...

Everyone in Oakwood is buzzing about the first-ever Neighborhood Pet Parade... and Marie Lane is caught right in the middle of the madness. When the town announces a pet-themed celebration, Marie jumps...