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Have You Ever Wondered?
Have you ever wondered what the Tooth Fairy does with all the teeth she collects?Where does she take them? What are they used for?Join the Fairies of Tooth Fairy Land to discover the secrets behind the magic and learn why it’s so important to brush your teeth!
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Folk Tales of Old Europe
Be transported from the limestone caves of Slovenia to the coast of Norway, and from French salt pans to a village in Poland. John Weeks retells nine folk tales, each one set in a different country of Europe. They introduce the reader to an Irish weaver, to Scottish fishermen and to a Jewish dealer in violins. The stories share the familiar narrative features of folk tales all over the world – quests undertaken, wicked plots thwarted, mysteries revealed and kindness rewarded. Many of the familiar characters are there – trolls, an ogre and a cheating miller. But have you ever wondered what the characters in folk tales ate and drank? When not adventuring what work did they do to support themselves? What did they believe? As they journeyed what sort of landscapes did they cross? In his retellings John Weeks answers some of those questions. Each tale is grounded in a real landscape, with the features and the creatures distinctive to it. Something of the culture of each country is shown, so the reader will encounter the rivalries of tribal chiefs, piracy preying upon merchant shipping, and the poverty of feudal peasantry. Local ways of life are depicted, showing, for example, trade in amber, peat cutting and salt production. The tales are peopled by folk who embrace Christianity, by Jewish people and by those who acknowledge pagan spirits and Celtic deities. In notes to each of the tales the author briefly explains details, where necessary, and he refers to the sources, both literary and oral, which lie behind the stories. The result is a collection of tales richly contextualised to present a picture of Europe not in one era, but in an unspecified, distant past, a Europe at a time before modernity dulled the sparkle of its magic.
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Seventeen Going Under
Singer/songwriter Sam Fender has become a musical phenomenon with his passionate songs about growing up in England’s North-East.Peter White has used those special songs as inspiration to create a collection of heart-warming short stories.Seventeen Going Under is all about the trials and tribulations of growing up, with teenage anger and regret but also hope for the future. In Leave Fast, three young friends have to deal with the tragic death of their best mate and what to do with their lives. A chance meeting with a homeless guy changes one of them forever. Spit of You centres on the complexities of family life, with a difficult father-son relationship contrasting with a wonderfully close bond between nana and her grandson. The Dying Light is the tale of a desperate young man determined to take his own life who finds a reason to live.At the heart of Paradigms are the mental and physical effects of school bullying. Rhys Mackie is a beloved teacher who rails against the bullying he discovers and does something about it. Will We Talk is a quirky tale of two young 20-somethings who meet at a bar but things don’t quite go to plan. In Mantra, Sophie Lyall believes looking out for life-changing windfalls, or trying to impress others, means you can miss the great things happening right now and the gift of life that gets taken for granted. Angel in Lothian begins with the vibrant, imaginary dream sequence of a young schoolboy that continues throughout his life.
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The Incredible Mrs Tomp
Set in the colourful town of Oombaroomba comes a charming story of an intrepid woman named Mrs. Tomp. Follow her exploits as she cleverly procures fertilizer, doles out folksy wisdom to her eccentric neighbours, and wrangles with the local authorities.Though told with a wink and good humour, this tale touches on timeless themes of community, perseverance, and the human spirit. Mrs. Tomp’s antics will captivate readers as she faces life’s challenges with grit and grace. Some early readers have even compared this heartwarming story to the great Australian classics.Pull up a chair and get to know the unforgettable Mrs. Tomp and the quirky residents of Oombaroomba in this delightful novel that will stay with you long after the last page.
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Winners
After a fantastic, fun hour at the best travelling fair ever, Sammy, Rory, Tom and Yasmina had spent almost all of their pocket money. So, Tom suggested that they could have a go at winning a prize at a stall where all tickets with a five or a zero were winners. Naturally, the children were delighted to find a winning ticket, but the prizes on display were not quite right. What they really wanted was a prize they could easily share!So, they ended up with a mysterious, lucky dip box. It was shiny purple and seemed to glitter in the funfair lights.But it came with a whispered warning as the box squirmed impatiently - or did Sammy imagine it? What was in the box and were they really winners after all?Children everywhere will love and be most intrigued by this magical tale of mischief and mayhem.
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Adventures at Humminghive
“A charming rhyming story that opens up opportunities for talking with children about feelings and helping and caring for each other.” —Assoc. Professor Kay Margetts
“A delightful story where everyone supports and helps each other in a loving, inclusive, and nurturing way.” —Children’s Cancer Institute
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A Bigger Bird
Join Tabs the Cat as she navigates through the days of the week, discovering that size isn’t everything.Along the way, she learns that misunderstandings can arise, teaching us valuable lessons about communication and empathy.Delight in this charming tale of discovery and friendship!
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When I Sleep, I Dream of Australian Birds
What do we dream of when we sleep, what journeys do we take?Do we dream of faraway lands, beautiful creatures?Go on an adventure around Australia and discover the beautiful colourful birds of a variety of regions.This book is designed to grow with your child, offering not only an imaginative story but also educational information about the fascinating birds featured within its pages. As your little one develops, you can explore the factual tidbits together, nurturing their curiosity and love for the natural world.
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Abigail's Trip to London: A Royal Trip
Join young Abigail on the adventure of a lifetime as she travels from her home in Ireland to London to celebrate the coronation of King Charles. In a twist of fate, Abigail finds herself face to face with the royal couple after rescuing one of the Queen’s beloved corgis.Abigail’s bravery earns her a personal invitation to have tea at Buckingham Palace, where she rubs elbows with the royal family. This heartwarming tale, featuring a surprise letter from the King and Queen themselves, will delight readers young and old who believe in the magic of an unforgettable day.Experience the sights and sounds of London through Abigail’s eyes in this charmingly illustrated story that’s perfect for dreamers everywhere. An uplifting modern fairy tale of an ordinary girl’s extraordinary brush with royalty.
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Sammy The Bear - A Magical Walk Through Time
Always believe in magic – you are never too old to dream...Benjamin always had a dream to sail on the open sea and seek adventure beyond the lighthouse. However, he wouldn’t have to wait too long as his grandfather Albert purchases a dream gift of Sammy the vintage teddy bear who brings Benjamin on the trip of a lifetime – with so much history, a sense of wonder, magic with unspoken romance and love. This is only the first of many adventures of Sammy the Bear.
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Heist Denial
One year after the death of the fourth member of the infamous Gang of Four, the remaining trio of aged bank robbers is struggling to adapt to life outside prison walls. Having served their last stint in jail following a botched robbery of a closed-down post office, during which they donned gorilla costumes, hi-viz jackets, and colourful Bermuda shorts, the gang now faces a two-year suspended sentence and the challenge of honouring their fallen comrade’s dying wish to stay on the straight and narrow.As they navigate the idiosyncrasies of their fellow residents at the residential home, the trio, now known as The Trio, must also contend with the suspicions of a relentless detective who believes their deceased friend is alive and well, secretly orchestrating a string of heists across the Home Counties. With the detective convinced that the coffin is filled with bricks and stolen loot, The Trio must prove their innocence while adhering to the terms of their friend’s generous will.Amidst the chaos, the Colonel works on his memoir, ‘Confession of a Bank Robber’, and delivers after-dinner speeches to the legal profession. Jock finds himself as the kilted bagpiper for the Tartanettes, a troupe of middle-aged Burlesquers, while Lenny attempts to improve his social skills. As the three vow to honor their late friend’s wishes, a series of copycat heists and odd mysteries come to light, threatening to unravel their newfound freedom and redemption.
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Wild & Woolly
Alice likes her life exactly the way it is. At home she has Mumsie, and at boarding school she has her alien-obsessed best friend and roommate Sally, and she doesn’t see why anything should have to change. Then – everything starts to. Sally decides that Alice needs to have an adventure and signs them up for a school trip: a week of archery, raft building, and zip-wiring (with the chance of alien watching) in the great outdoors. Alice doesn’t see what’s so great about it, especially when she finds out Nadia her once best friend turned enemy who never misses the chance to torment her, is also signed up for the trip. But now she has bigger issues. What began months ago as a small white lie is about to become a BIG problem and Alice only has five days to fix her mistake – before the truth gets out. What more could possibly go wrong?
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