The Adventures of Oliver and Milly the Dog

Would you like to come along on an exciting adventure with Oliver and Milly the dog? These two friends are always ready to explore the world around them.

What do you think they will see today? Maybe they’ll discover something new, meet new friends, or solve a mystery!

There are endless possibilities when these two are together – let’s find out what they’ll discover in this delightful journey!

Sophie Sparrow and Friends to the Rescue

Oh, no! The horrific storm destroyed Cora and Charlie Cardinal’s nest. Sweet Sophie Sparrow wants to do something to help her friends. Sophie will ask Miss Sapphire, the beautiful Blue Jay with magical powers, for help. Her magic can fix anything. To Sophie’s dismay, Miss Sapphire has already migrated South. Holy Feathers! What will Sophie Sparrow do now without Miss Sapphire’s help and her magical ways?

Sophie Sparrow and Friends to the Rescue is a delightful, heartwarming story with beautiful illustrations sprinkled with a touch of whimsy. Imagine Habitat for Humanity but Bird-Style! All your favorite characters from Sophie Sparrow Wants to Be a Flamingo are back. In addition, some new and lovable characters have joined the charming ensemble. This adorable community of birds will remind you that a kind heart is the best type of magic!

MimiCleo Presses Send

Naan and Pa Bailey are back again, trying to cope with their cat MimiCleo, and three toys who come to life: Pedro the parrot, Fraser Bear, and Purple Ted.

The animals are never far away from a crisis or an adventure, to the secret delight of the Baileys’ neighbours. They are Jim and his bear Mr Ted (who are both over 70!), Miss Flora, an expert cake maker, and Bill and Elsie, who have three cats. Not forgetting Isabel, MimiCleo’s vet and Pa’s rowing student.

Why not open the door to number 66 Leymor Road, and find out what is about to happen, whether it is the toys meeting Selwyn Seal on the Thames, or MimiCleo stepping on Pa’s computer and paying the phone bill?

Pukeko Poo and Other Things

When a mischievous Pūkeko bird struts into a family’s home, chaos is quick to follow!

With every attempt to catch the feathery intruder, the family finds themselves in one hilarious disaster after another. Packed with humour and wild antics, this delightful story promises laughs for readers of all ages.

Fun for both the young and the young-at-heart!

Blackhand Gang

During the pandemic, the Blackhand Gang finds themselves confined within the walls of Lockdown Town. Without siblings, short on funds, and craving adventure, these four friends from diverse backgrounds share a unified spirit and a thirst for excitement.

Their adventures are nothing short of extraordinary. From daring rescues to save a drowning individual, to facing the terror of processionary caterpillars, and confronting the heartbreaking captivity of a white lion, their courage and ingenuity know no bounds. In these challenging times, their friendship blossoms as they rely on each other for solutions to problems like family separations and welcoming a new gang member from Ukraine, who embraces their secret sign and the unexpected challenge of the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme.

The Blackhand Gang is defined by their unwavering commitment to each mission, guided by innovative plans that differ with each new adventure. This story is a testament to the power of friendship and resilience in the face of adversity, showcasing how unity and creativity can turn any situation into an extraordinary journey.

I Think the New Kid is a Secret Agent!

There’s a new girl in my class, and I’m convinced she’s a SECRET AGENT! She wears two earpieces – just like the spies in my favorite book, Spies in Space! How exciting is that?

Every day, she reports to someone – a handler from the D.E.A.P! I have no idea what that stands for, but it has to be something super-duper SECRET! I need to find out what she’s really up to.

Good thing I’ve read loads of books on how to be sneaky. It’s time to put my skills to the test! Watch out, Isabella Marsh – I’m going to uncover all your secrets!

The Marvellous, Magical Saxophone

Twins Justine and Joshua wanted to give their dad a wonderful Christmas surprise. Things just hadn’t been the same for him since mum had died. Of course not. But Dad had simply lost all the joys of the festive season. He didn’t even bother to put up a Christmas tree anymore. So, the children come up with a plan and hope that their surprise would bring back the festive fun for their father and so for the whole family.

With their Uncle James’ help, a real Christmas tree and new fairy lights are bought. But when searching for the old box of decorations in the loft, the twins find something else, a strange item that neither sibling even knew existed. Would this mysterious object help their plan to succeed, or would it scupper it completely?

For Christmas is a magical time and the most marvellous, magical things can happen – even if these things are not at all what is expected.

Children will be enchanted by this highly original and magical tale, full of festive fun and happiness at Christmas.

Bailey's Bandanas

Bailey, a spirited four-year-old blue heeler, is thrust into a world she doesn’t recognize when diagnosed with cancer. Despite her age, her indomitable spirit is known to take on challenges headfirst. But this time, the stakes are higher – it’s the fight of her life.

Plagued by confusion and fear, Bailey struggles to understand her sudden bouts of sickness and the changes to her once familiar routine. Yet, during one of her chemotherapy sessions, an unforeseen event turns the tide, instilling hope and unity amongst all the canine warriors battling the disease.

The Day I Saw a Ship

This story takes place in a secluded little town, located by the powerful yet motionless salty sea, a place where not many wished to live and be. Nevertheless, it was the home to a rather gloomy and soulless town where life had become predictable, most people glued to phones with the engulfing clouds of traffic fumes and people bustling around. In this town, lived a little girl who was feeling rather bored and lonely, she was fed up with being different and feeling down. You see, she was a girl that loved to be creative, imagine and dream, aliens and heroes, magic wands, and gigantic laser beams. Even though she was always reminded she was weird, different, she could not help to wonder and dream. You see, she was born unique and different, sometimes things may not be as they seem. One cold and wet, windy day she is walking down the pebbled beach eating fish and soggy chips, all of a sudden from the corner of her eye she thought she saw…no, she’s sure she saw a ship!

Lily's Adventure

Join Lily on a delightful adventure – a heartwarming tale of friendship and discovery! Meet Lily, a creative and kind girl who embarks on a joyful journey after helping a trapped cat named Whiskers. Together, they explore the town, meeting a colourful cast of feline friends along the way. Each cat teaches Lily valuable lessons about kindness, joy, the importance of helping others, and the wonders of learning. Be inspired by Lily to embrace your curiosity, be kind, and never stop seeking knowledge.Filled with charming rhymes and vibrant illustrations, Lily’s Adventure is a celebration of friendship, kindness, and finding the magic in everyday adventures. Join Lily and Whiskers as they journey through streets and alleys, spreading joy and laughter wherever they go. Get ready for a perfectly delightful story that will warm your heart and inspire you to cherish the moments shared with friends alike.

The Mouse Under the Stairs

Little Mouse Martin lived under the stairs of an empty house. Martin felt safe in his little space away from the tall people and the slobbery mouthed cats and dogs with their giant paws.

Martin didn’t ever think about leaving, until one morning when the door opened and what he saw changed his life forever.

A Child’s Garden of Curses

Reimagine thirteen cherished tales from the Brothers Grimm, now retold in lively, rhyming verse. Each poem deftly captures a pivotal scene or feeling, using rich language to paint a vivid word-picture. As the familiar stories unfold through traditional meter and rhyme, young readers will expand their vocabularies, meet unfamiliar words in an understandable context, and improve their comprehension. Rhyming narratives stick in the memory, allowing children to chant captivating texts while sharpening their linguistic abilities. When children discover the delight of playful poetry, their appetite for magical new words grows. Let the rhythm and wonder of these fairy-tale verses spur a lifelong love of language.