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The Island of Sunken Treasure
Over 150 years ago, when the sailing ship General Grant was wrecked on the rugged coastline of the isolated Auckland Islands, far to the south of New Zealand, the survivors had to pit themselves against nature. Wild animals, fish and birds became their main means of survival. Stranded on a cold, bleak, isolated island deep in the Southern Ocean the castaways knew that they must use all the skills they had to survive. No one in the outside world knew they were there, so chances of rescue were slim.The gold which the General Grant was carrying now lies at the bottom of the sea. Over the years this gold has attracted treasure hunters willing to brave the cold, stormy sub-Antarctic waters. Many attempts have been made to find the wreck, but the mystery of where it lies, and whether the gold will ever be found, remains. This true story brings alive the real hardships endured by castaways. It tells a tale of human ingenuity and endurance.
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The Jewel
This is a story of Jack, a young boy who was very lost and alone after the sudden death of his mother, until something happened one morning that would change his life forever. The Jewel was inspired by a robin that came to the window one morning, which Joanie used as a springboard for her story. Involving many different birds that transform, on many different adventures, it takes the young reader to familiar but also out of this world places.It also relates to ‘loss’, especially for a young person. The ability to carry on, even when all fails. Good always winning over evil. The Jewel creates a deeper understanding of how precious life is.
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The Kingdom of Puli - Origins
The sequel to The Kingdom of Puli, this gripping story begins as: Warlock Rufus and the Evil Prince Spartus, having broken free from Wizard Merlin’s spell, have captured the old Wizard and are torturing him in the dark Dungeons of Togo.They want him to tell them where ‘The Book of Origins’ is hidden? This book holds the secrets to the Kingdom of Puli.This sequel has all the magic and intrigue of the first novel as the lovable characters are sent on a quest back in time to Ancient China. On this dangerous journey, they destroy the fire-breathing dragon which guards the path to the Shoaling Temple, where the mystic Monk Bodhidarma lives. They need him to give them the missing pages of the Book of Origins, as it holds the sacred spell that can save the Kingdom from destruction.They discover the secrets of their origins; Great King Leopold was the son of the Tash Kurgan Princess, and in order to save the Tash Dynasty, Bodhidharma changed the Royal Family into Puli dogs and created the Magical Kingdom of Puli, hidden in the clouds.Wendy and Tommy’s father General Horatio joins them in the magical Kingdom of Puli. He accompanies General Hercules in a blood-thirsty battle to destroy the Togo Army, and take control of the Swamplands.There are many twists and turns but the moral of the story remains: good always conquers evil, as Warlock Rufus is destroyed once and for all!As the Puli Saga comes to a dramatic conclusion, the reader will find out why the Kingdom of Puli was created! And what will happen to Earth in the future?Open the book and be transported away to the magical Kingdom of Puli…
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The Shoeshuffles
The Shoeshuffles were once old shoes discarded in a charity shop bin. They come to life because they are unbelievably… toe-curlingly… CHEESY! POOH! Alive & Kicking is about how they escape to the woods and build a town of their own. Welcome to Shoeville! Read about their adventures and laugh at the antics and mischief of the younger members causing Basil Boot to get very annoyed! In All Aboard, the Shoeshuffles have the time of their life on the canal, but not everything goes to plan. Read what happens when they lose control of their boats, get stuck in the mud and collide with other boats! And then there’s the curious mystery of the missing spoons!!! Basil Boot asked, “What next?” He’ll be sorry he asked.
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The Snow Dome and the Secret Storey
Have you ever gazed into a snow dome and wondered what it would be like if the world inside was real? Well, 12-year-olds, Ali Wiseman and James Newman, don’t have to wonder. For when they stumble across a secret storey of Rose Cottage, they discover a magical snow dome and are swirled into the world within. In their new roles as seer and seeker, they set out on a quest to stand in the path of darkness and to solve the mystery of the missing Emily Rose. Their choices lead them to far off and mysterious lands where their adventures are only just beginning…
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The Ticklish Scarecrow
The village scarecrow was sad and lonely and could not scare away the crows. Until one day, a visitor gave him a little gift that made a big difference and changed his world forever. He soon became a well-loved village scarecrow.
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The Toy Hunters Return - Part Two
The Toy Hunters are back for more easy pickings but John, with experience of army life, is always there to stop these robbers of toys.
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Tommy Wallis, The Knight of the Hollows
Tommy is a normal boy, living a normal life, until he is ‘called’. Along with his friend Lola, they travel to a distant land using a mirror which has ‘called’ generations of his family, including his missing father, to become the Knight of Hunsbury Hollow. It is a kingdom of elves ruled by the weakening King Arrand and protected by a fierce dragon called Mercey. Together they are sent on a quest to defeat the Garracks, the creatures surrounding Hunsbury Hollow, and bring Prince Lorry back to the kingdom to reign as king. But what Tommy finds out along the way will change him forever
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Ricky And Tim: Racing Adventures
In Ricky and Tim: Racing Adventures, children are transported to the thrilling world of race tracks and loyal friendships. Ricky, inspired by the iconic Ford GT40 that triumphed at Le Mans in 1966, is a racing car with spirit and ambition. Alongside him is Tim the Tractor, a dependable ally modelled after the marshal vehicles that come to the aid of racers in distress.
The Track kickstarts this captivating series, unveiling the origins of Ricky and Tim’s bond. As they navigate challenges and adventures, their partnership flourishes, revealing the strength in teamwork and the magic of mutual support.
Crafted by Richie Stevenson, these tales champion themes of camaraderie, self-worth, resilience, and the valuable lessons drawn from each challenge. Young readers will not only be engrossed in Ricky and Tim’s escapades but will also absorb the timeless values they represent.
Stay buckled in – more exhilarating adventures with Ricky and Tim are just around the bend!
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Serin
Serin’s nation, Gapka, is facing the loss of its precious blue diamonds. While she is doing her bravery test, Serin is suddenly taken from Gapka to attend a boarding school in London. The intelligent and inquisitive learner Serin experiences problems with the students at her boarding school.
Taunted and troubled, Serin struggles to find a way out. Then she surprisingly flees the school with the help of a little magic. She is determined to save Gapka’s blue diamonds and stop Unfair Empire’s Galactic Mining Company. Serin moves and learns swiftly in the hope of finding a way to save her nation. Her dream of seeking justice for Gapka is thwarted with unforeseeable challenges. Nevertheless, she must persevere in her learning journey.
Serin is an alluring and wondrous tale that persuades you to think magically in law. You will meet friendly characters like the Archernar Bird, the Cyborg Monkey and Sir Kindwiseman.
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Droners
Since the age of six, Jessie had longed to be a specialist police dog handler. After only two years in the Yarlborough Police Force, it seemed that her dream was about to come true. That was when it had all gone terribly wrong. Poor Jessie had discovered that she was allergic to dog fur and was forced to leave her dream and her beloved police dog, Rufus, behind.
So now she was a ‘droner’ and Jessie hated it, but she had soon mastered the controls of the drones - little flying cameras. Jessie wanted to be out with Rufus, chasing and catching criminals, not collecting evidence for other cops to use.
Still, it came as quite a shock when she was summoned to the Police Captain’s office. Was she about to be fired from the drone unit? Could things get any worse for her?
But then the Captain recommended her for a new project, a project which was top-secret for now.
Could Jessie finally find job satisfaction and happiness in a police laboratory? And what exactly did they do in this mysterious, top-secret project?
Droners is a highly original tale which will delight children with its humour, lively details and captivating characters.
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Oliver's Great Adventure
Are you ready for an adventure? Oliver, a ten-year-old mischief-maker, never anticipated the wild journey ahead. Known for his pranks, especially on his grumpy neighbour, Mr. Johnson, and for leveraging his best friend Benny Green’s shyness for schemes, Oliver’s antics are legendary. At school, his target is Mr. Ramsbottom, earning Oliver a reputation for naughtiness. Yet, beneath the surface, there might be more to Oliver than meets the eye. Is he just misunderstood, or is there a kinder side waiting to be discovered? Join Oliver in an unexpected adventure that could change everything.
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