Ryan’s World

Ryan holds a secret, one that shapes his every action. As you journey with him through an intricate fantasy world, his secret slowly unravels, revealing itself in one of his most vivid dreams. Just when you think you’ve grasped the full truth, a surprising twist at the end shatters all expectations, keeping you guessing until the final moment.

Secrets and the Disappeared

1990: doctoral student Maggie Grayson travels to Brazil, still emerging from a repressive military dictatorship, to conduct research on its political transformation to democracy. Soon after arriving, she encounters a Brazilian journalist and becomes embroiled in uncovering the military’s secret nuclear weapons program, learning of people who have been ‘disappeared’ by the regime. Meanwhile, a nine-year old boy has been kidnapped by a street gang controlled by a macumba priest…

Lenny the Lion

A young lion cub embarks on a thrilling journey through the desert, safari, jungle and forest in hope to find his lion pack whilst meeting some fascinating animal friends along the way…

Lenny the Lion is an enticing book teaching children the importance of resilience, overcoming obstacles and the value of friendship.

The Twinmere Beast

An ancient horror, dormant for centuries, awakens when an uncharted village is discovered under the sea off the Suffolk coast. Identified as Southmere, the village was lost to the waves over five hundred years ago and never rebuilt, with only the woodland atop the cliff retaining its name. However, a single, ancient map reveals the village’s true name: Twinmere.As a campaign to restore the original name gains traction, a retired priest is filled with dread, knowing the horrors that will be unleashed if the name is changed. Desperate to warn the public, he finds himself unable to reveal the true reason behind his fears, and his warnings are dismissed as the ravings of a senile old man.Now, with the campaign to change the name gathering momentum, the priest must find a way to stop the impending doom before the ancient evil is unleashed upon the world once more.

Superhero Panda

In the huge, endless space, where stars twinkle like fairy lights and galaxies look like colourful paintings, there’s a special hero called Superhero Panda. She’s a brave and cool black girl, wearing a shiny red cape and her job is to help kids in trouble across the planets.

She isn’t like other heroes. She grew up in cities floating in the sky among the stars and discovered she had special powers there. She’s super strong from playing among the asteroids, fast from zipping around planets!

When she hears that children are in trouble far away in space, Superhero Panda rushes to help. Guided by the twinkling stars and her big heart, she travels through space to rescue them from bad guys and fierce creatures.

The Journey of Kyle in the House of Azza

In the heart of Darfur, amidst the tumult of Elfasher, lies the House of Azza, a beacon of resilience and wisdom passed down through generations. This gripping narrative unfolds the story of Kyle, a survivor of the Baghdad bombing, whose journey of self-discovery leads him to the doorstep of Madam Azza’s legendary home. As Kyle navigates the complexities of love, loss, and the pursuit of happiness, the House of Azza stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of those who call it home.

Through the intertwining lives of its inhabitants, The Journey of Kyle in the House of Azza explores themes of love, power, and redemption, set against the backdrop of a community struggling to find peace amidst chaos. Madam Azza, with her iron will and compassionate heart, guides Kyle and others to confront their pasts and embrace their futures with courage and grace. As Kyle’s story intertwines with the house’s legacy, readers are taken on a transformative journey that challenges the very notions of home and identity. More than just a tale of survival, it is a celebration of the human capacity to heal, to connect, and to find beauty in the midst of adversity. This captivating book invites you to explore the depths of human resilience and the power of a place to change lives forever.

Clement the Famous, Flamboyant Chameleon

A small and cheeky chameleon loves to express himself through marvellous and fantastical patterns. This quickly lands him in trouble. How will he manage to escape?

Will he be able to find his way back home?

A glorious adventure story full of wonder and fun!

Big Brother, Little Brother

“If you get a little brother, you won’t want another.”

But is it really that bad?

This humorous rhyming story for young children explores what it’s like to become a big brother when a little brother arrives on the scene. As the younger sibling grows and changes, the story delves into the ups and downs, encouraging kids to talk about their own experiences with a new sibling and the mixed emotions that can come with it. Ultimately, it shows that despite the challenges, a new and positive relationship can blossom.

The Birthday Present

Join Tameem and his brother Khalifa on an unforgettable adventure through the bustling city, as they embark on a journey like no other.

On Tameem’s fifth birthday, a beautiful present transports them into a world where they encounter challenges, learn valuable lessons about resilience and discover the true meaning of brotherhood.

This captivating picture book weaves a heartfelt tale that gently introduces young readers to the complexities of war.

Words of Wonder

Delve into the evocative verses of Words of Wonder, a poetry collection by Kayla Pollard that explores the breadth of human experience. Through a poignant blend of personal reflection and universal themes, Pollard’s work navigates the delicate threads of love, loss, and resilience. Each poem serves as a mirror to the soul, capturing moments of vulnerability and strength in equal measure. From the heartache of saying goodbye to the unspoken bonds of friendship, this collection is a tribute to the beauty and pain that shape our lives.

Lovers and Friends

Nelly thinks that Oliver is egotistical and selfish, albeit irritatingly attractive. Oliver associates Nelly with words like ‘sensible’ and ‘academic’, and can’t understand why his flighty, wonderful sister, India, is suddenly so attached to her. On their first meeting, Nelly and Oliver would never have assumed that they would be anything more than casual acquaintances. Little do they know that they have both just met the person that will one day know them better than anyone else in the world.

The next ten years follow Nelly and Oliver as they navigate love, friendship, and everything in between. Constantly pushed together and pulled apart again by their respective relationships with India, Nelly and Oliver’s connection makes sense to them and only to them. Until it no longer does. But when a tragic event throws both of their worlds into turmoil, Nelly and Oliver are forced to face up to what they really mean to each other, and what they are willing to risk for that.

Memoir of a Nobody

In 1980, sixteen-year-old Molly and her mother move to a new town, triggering her mum’s already fragile mental health to spiral out of control. Strangers in a strange place, the townspeople do their best to help, but the challenges run deep.

Molly’s parents had separated when she was five, leaving her older brother, David, as their mum’s primary carer. Both siblings endured bullying at school, while weekends were spent working alongside their mother – often unpaid. The routine involved travelling to distant towns, working through the day, followed by wining and dining in the evening, and then sleeping in the car. Early the next morning, the cycle would repeat, with David and Molly bearing the brunt of their mother’s erratic moods.

David, rebellious and worn down, eventually left home, leaving nine-year-old Molly to become her mother’s sole carer. Now, she must face the daunting task of managing her mother’s instability alone. How will Molly cope with the weight of her new responsibilities? Will she and her mum receive the help they so desperately need? And what role will her absent father play in their lives?

This deeply personal and poignant true story recounts Molly’s highly unusual and challenging early life, offering a raw and moving glimpse into resilience and survival.