The Jazz Catz: The Swingin’ Tale of The Catz That Put Jazz on the Map

Almost exactly a century ago, jazz was born. It would quickly become the defining sound of change in American culture. At the heart of this musical revolution was a band called The Catz, the earliest pioneers of this new sound. The Jazz Catz tells the swinging tale of jazz’s origins, as it moves from New Orleans, its birthplace, to mainstream popularity in Chicago, as seen through the Catz’ eyes – Blues, Tom, Slim and Kitty, the coolest cats in town.

Blues, Tom, Kitty and Slim are The Jazz Catz, New Orleans’s pioneers of America’s newest form of musical expression, jazz. In a society controlled by the powerful, but bad, Dogz, the Catz struggle to be heard. After running for their nine lives away from their own underground club in New Orleans, the Catz find themselves playing at Boss Dog’s upmarket club in Chicago, hoping to find fame and fortune with their music without losing their souls. When the group discover that Boss Dog is exploiting the Catz, the band are forced to leave everything behind again. Will the Catz ever land on their feet? Or will the Dogz have their day?

The Jelly Spacemen: Cruise to Earth

Hands up, who wants to go on a space holiday?

Now, you can! Get on board the Jelly Cruiser with the fantastic four Jelly Spacemen and their guests as they whizz through space on their mystery tours across the galaxies. And look out—this time, they’re heading for Earth!

Release the batter splatter and get ready for take-off…

The Journeys of Simon Beauregard

At the feast to celebrate his newly achieved Warrior Status, Simon Beauregard, aged just sixteen, is told the news that he has been selected to escort his younger sister, Princess Leanda, to Askhelon for her arranged marriage to a much-older Caerwin. Caerwin is the leader of the Humanish Army in Askhelon, which lies on the other side of Ashtar, their unfriendly neighbouring country. With the aid of his Troll friend Tom Icklethorn, Simon, Princess Leanda and her maid Hilda have numerous frightening and exciting experiences, including battling giant ants, before reaching their goal. Here the result is not as anticipated. On his return journey through the Forest of Strange Beasts, Simon rescues two orphan children from war-torn Volscia and hungry vultures. Later he helps to organize combined forces to overcome the dreadful Orcs.

The Kindest Giant Ever

This is a heart-touching tale about love, friendship and tolerance. Follow the adventures of the little dwarf, Tiny Tom. He didn't want to be different from the other dwarves, but he grew bigger than the others. Thinking that something is wrong with him, he was sent away from his safe home. The owl came to help him. His journey took him to Fairydom, where the fairies showed him another aspect of what being different can mean. Be brave, because your journey with Tiny Tom begins!

The Kite's Tale

The Kite's Tale follows the story of Archie, who longs for a brother or sister, and Posy, who needs a forever home. It is a simple tale of adoption with a thread of hope running throughout.

The Little Black Cat

Join in with the adventures of The Little Black Cat. Read all about what she gets up to with her family and friends, in her action-packed and exciting day. The Little Black Cat is a very busy cat and has so many fun (and not so fun) experiences, that she is definitely ready to sleep by the end of the day. Follow her as she enjoys playing, hiding, eating and learning, around the house, in the garden and beyond. The Little Black Cat just loves to share her stories and you can read along with her all the way. She will make you laugh being so playful and funny and she’s ever so cute for her daddy and mummy. You’re sure to adore this mischievous, cheeky and brave little cat, as she explores the big wide world all day long. Can you guess what she will get up to next?

The Little Rascals

Meet these three young siblings who wake up to a new adventure every single morning. Today, Mammy is taking the Little Rascals on a shopping trip where they will cause much trouble and mischief but, as always, manage to find their way back out of it!

The Littles

The fantastic ‘Littles’ come from the wonderful mysterious kingdom of Learnalot. The three main characters are Queenie, Vikram and Kirk who embark on amazing magical adventures. They have a magic disc which aids them if they ever get into some form of trouble. All they have to do is shout the magic word, ‘HELP!’ There is also a mischievous imp, named Skrudge, who can be a nuisance at times.

Throughout The Littles, the three friends help to teach colours, shapes and numbers in a subtle way. Therefore, the reader will eventually learnalot!

The Lunch Order

Today is a special day! I am having a yummy hot lunch order and a sparkling red drink too. I told my friends about it. 

This is my first ever lunch from the school canteen! I can hardly wait for lunchtime. I hope Miss Jones will let me take the lunch basket to the canteen.

This special day is turning out to be kind of strange and my teacher looks kind of funny. Where is my yummy hot lunch order and sparkling red drink? 

What has happened to my teacher, Miss Jones?

The Noggins of Kendrick

Aimed at teenagers, this is a romping, fast-moving story of friendship, love, loyalty, fortitude and courage. Swashbuckling heroes, dastardly villains, man-eating rats and brave youngsters take part in this compelling adventure, as matters of life and death are tackled and resolved on both land and sea.

Set around the seventeenth century, the story begins with the noggins, a colony of diminutive people (six centimetres in height) inhabiting tunnel homes beneath a large grove of ancient oak trees in the mythical kingdom of Kendrick.

On many levels this narrative contains lessons for us all. It deals with the darkest of motives to the more joyful and playful aspects of life. We see how social marginalisation can be overcome by peer support and, above all, how loyalty, trust and friendship can prevail against the darkest of forces.

The Outlandish Absurdities of Doogie and Nibalo

Doogie and Nibalo are having tea on a stormy day when suddenly a beast appears covered in mud. The two friends flee their home and find themselves lost in their strange, beautiful, and magical world. As they make their way back home, they soon realise that their fears are only as real as dreams.

The Paper Shoes

How far can you see…?

How far can you go…?

Are there daisies far below…?

Can you hear bells in the distance chiming?

Ice creams are waiting, it’s all so exciting... for two little girls with a story to be told.

Come with us on a magical journey, where the grass is an emerald green and sunbeams are full of shimmering gold.