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AXEL
3 years +
Featuring the Gruffalo and his friends, the Witch from Room on the Broom and many more popular characters from the supremely talented author and illustrator duo of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, this collection includes 10 activity books that will keep children happily busy for a long time to come. The familiar characters and vibrant colours help make the games, puzzles and colouring-in activities even more exciting and this is a collection that is sure to be returned to again and again. Perfect for party bags and rainy days, some of the books even come with reusable stickers to add to the fun!
Throughout the month of June, £1 from every sale of this item will be donated to the children's literacy charity Beanstalk. For more information on Beanstalk, visit www.beanstalkcharity.org.uk
Throughout the month of June, £1 from every sale of this item will be donated to the children's literacy charity Beanstalk. For more information on Beanstalk, visit www.beanstalkcharity.org.uk
Frederick Forsyth Collection - 12 Books (collection)
Frederick Forsyth
FORS
Featuring unputdownable novels alongside an array of short stories, this fantastic 12-book collection features the very best work from bestselling author Frederick Forsyth, including The Day of the Jackal. Other highlights include The Odessa File, a story set in 1963 which finds a young German reporter in a life-and-death hunt for a notorious former concentration camp commander, The Fourth Protocol, a tale of espionage and international intrigue and No Comebacks, a collection of 10 stories encompassing deception, blackmail, murder and revenge. Great for lovers of both short stories and gripping, suspenseful fiction, this is a must-have collection of Forsyth's writing that is fascinating, pacy and informative.
Roald Dahl Collection - 15 Books (collection)
Roald Dahl
ROJ
8 years +
We are delighted to have this wonderful boxed collection back in stock. Undoubtedly the country's best loved children's author, Roald Dahl's stories continue to delight, excite, shock, entertain and please generation after generation of children. We have gathered here the complete collection of his novels, including Matilda, The Twits and The BFG and each one has been repackaged to appeal to a whole new audience of children who will be sure to enjoy in Quentin Blake's timeless illustrations too. This set is an essential addition to your child's bookshelf.
The Fast Diet Recipe Book (Paperback)
Michael Mosley
FTDT
Based on eating normally for five days and reducing your calorie intake on the other two days, The Fast Diet is increasing in popularity and this inspirational cookbook will show you how to prepare 150 delicious, calorie-controlled meals that will make your fasting day easy. From the simplest of breakfasts to leisurely suppers, the book contains a month of carefully crafted meal plans and is sure to help you make the most of your diet. There is a whole section of speedy meals for busy days included too.
Le Tour 100 (Hardback)
Peter Cossins
LETO
The Tour de France celebrates its 100th anniversary this year and Le Tour 100 is a unique visual guide to the famous bike race. One of the world's most prestigious sporting events, this book covers 100 key moments from the history of the Tour and every one is represented by some striking artwork. These seminal moments from each year provide readers with a stunning and informative overview of the event and there's also a section detailing the route and winners of every Tour. Visually stunning, this is an inspirational celebration of a massive sporting and cultural event.
The Hunger Games Collection - 3 Books (collection)
Suzanne Collins
GAME
11 years +
Suzanne Collins' The Hunger Games trilogy transports readers to a dystopian future world where teenagers are forced to take part in a deadly game to win favour for themselves and their village. When Katniss Everdeen becomes a contestant, she is convinced she won't return, but as she enters the life-or-death world of the televised game, she finds that she's stronger than she thought. Can she triumph against the odds and find a future for herself? Totally unputdownable, this series is a must for any young adult's bookshelf. Since the release of the first feature film starring Jennifer Lawrence, Liam Hemsworth and Woody Harrelson, the trilogy has gained a whole new legion of fans and as we excitedly await the release of its sequel, Catching Fire, in November this year, now is the perfect time to immerse yourself in these action-packed adventures!
All Sewn Up (Hardback)
Chloe Owens
ASUP
Presented with a beautifully illustrated hardback cover, All Sewn Up is an absolute delight from start to finish. Bursting with 35 exquisite projects which use an array of sewing techniques including applique, embroidery and decorative stitches, the full-colour pictures and photos throughout mean following each step-by-step guide is easy and brilliantly enjoyable too. Featuring inspirational creations you can make for the home, children or as gifts, including oven mitts, coasters, baby bibs, pillows, doorstops, laptop covers, brooches and even a lampshade plus many other ideas, you can enjoy a journey like never before with your needle and thread. The vast array of activities mean you can find something to suit every taste and skill level too.
NSHK
7 years +
Boasting 16 of William Shakespeare's most popular and enduring plays, this collection features more Shakespeare Stories than ever before. From the tragedy of Macbeth to the humour of Much Ado About Nothing, this superb collection of paperbacks makes an excellent introduction to Shakespeare for younger readers. The tales have been retold using accessible language and with the help of Tony Ross's engaging black-and-white illustrations, each play is vividly brought to life allowing these culturally enriching stories to be shared with as wide an audience as possible.
IUTK
Relive your school days and jog your memory with the help of the I Used to Know That Activity Book. Compiled by Caroline Taggart, the book covers everything from pi and Pythagoras to prime ministers, prime numbers and literature and litmus tests. Designed to remind you of some of the fascinating information you may have forgotten from your school lessons, this is an enjoyable and interactive book that will find you reaching for your pencil case! Containing questions across all subjects, this is perfect for dipping into and even includes all the solutions at the back.
Quentin Blake Collection - 10 Books (collection)
Quentin Blake
QUEN
3 years +
A much-loved illustrator famed for his iconic association with Roald Dahl's tales, Quentin Blake is also a brilliant and witty writer in his own right and his stories are an absolute joy. This collection brings together ten picture books that are sure to delight children. There's the over-ambitious Mrs Armitage, the amazing performance artist Angelo and the inimitable Mister Magnolia, a man with many skills and possessions but only one boot. These crazy characters are sure to bring joy and exuberance to bedtime reading. The books come complete with trademark Blake illustrations and are sure to be returned to again and again.
CFSW
Published to coincide with the centenary of the prestigious RHS Chelsea Flower Show, this beautiful hardback book looks at how the show has grown, changed and shaped the nation's taste in garden design and planting. Written by Royal Horticultural Society insider Brent Elliott, the extensive read includes photographs, plans and posters from the extensive RHS archive, many of which are published here for the first time. Bringing the full Chelsea experience to the page, this is ideal for you, whether you're interested in nurseries and showgardens or just want to buy gardening gloves!
Jeremy Strong Collection - 5 Books (collection)
Jeremy Strong
JRMY
7 years +
Being an old school headmaster means that Jeremy Strong really knows what makes kids tick and this fantastically funny 5-book collection from the award-winning author shows exactly why he is one of the nation's most-loved children's writers. Perfect for newly confident readers, he expertly writes hilarious books for children aged 7+ with witty storylines and laugh-out-loud pictures. Join Nicholas and his wonderfully daft family and their madcap antics including what happens when Nicholas's dad tries to make some fast cash by manufacturing nappies and the chaos that ensues when the whole family embark on a camping trip...
Brick City - Lego For Grown Ups (Hardback)
Warren Elsmore
BCIT
Providing a fun and challenging modelling medium, over the years LEGO has continued to prove that it is so much more than a toy just for children. In this full-colour illustrated LEGO book, AFOLs (Adult Fans of LEGO) have compiled an impressive array of structures that recreate some of the word's most celebrated building and urban icons, all solely from LEGO bricks. From the New York skyline to London's Olympic Park, each construction has had its pieces skilfully selected and assembled to evoke the spirit of the building and accurately portray it in miniature form. There are even guidelines for making other recognisable structures like a red phone box and the Colosseum too, so grown-ups who never lost the LEGO bug can get building again!
Morpurgo Classic Collection - 16 Books (collection)
Michael Morpurgo
ORPU
8 years +
Award-winning storyteller Michael Morpurgo has delighted children for years with his beautiful writing and utterly gripping tales and this 16-book collection is a must-have addition to any avid young reader's bookshelf. Presented in a slipcase, the novels show just a snippet of Morpurgo's impressive back catalogue and include some all-time favourites. Featuring the touching Mr Nobody's Eyes, the dramatic Kensuke's Kingdom and the poignant Little Foxes, the set also includes the stunning inspiration behind the bestselling show and Spielberg's blockbuster film, War Horse. A powerful collection that children aged 9+ will love working their way through.
Please note some of these titles have been available in our previous Michael Morpurgo collections.
Please note some of these titles have been available in our previous Michael Morpurgo collections.
How to Mow the Lawn (Paperback)
Sam Martin
HTML
Sam Martin will help the modern man rediscover masculine dependability with How to Mow the Lawn - The Lost Art of Being a Man. From providing useful DIY tips to giving advice on the best way to prepare a BBQ, this is a simple and practical guide that offers no-nonsense advice on all things manly, including outdoor survival, carpentry, impressing women and fixing the car. From changing a car tyre to building a fire and carving a roast, this is a hilarious but practical book sure to be appreciated by any 21st century man.
XCHIP
3 years +
From Oxford Reading Tree, the Read with Biff, Chip & Kipper Levels 1 - 3 Collection has been specially designed to introduce children aged four and above to the early concepts that will form the basis of their reading and writing skills. Featuring Roderick Hunt and Alex Brychta's cheery and appealing characters, the books are sure to help your little one take their first steps in learning to read. This collection covers levels 1 to 3 of the scheme and includes twelve phonics books, twelve storybooks and a parents' handbook packed with advice on how to help your child make the most of their introduction to reading.
Please note this edition of the collection does not come in a slipcase.
Please note this edition of the collection does not come in a slipcase.
TASH
Tuffers' Alternative Guide to the Ashes finds legendary cricketer and popular media icon Phil Tufnell giving his own alternative history of the prestigious event. Drawing on personal experiences and the memories of great English and Australian cricket personalities, Tuffers highlights all the elements that are needed to contribute to a memorable Ashes series - both on and off the pitch. From heroic performances to bonkers selections, dubious tactics and nail-biting finishes, he aims to uncover the key to winning the famous urn. A great gift for any cricket fan as we approach a double Ashes series, this is a highly entertaining book packed with the humour and warmth you'd expect from a character like Tuffers!
Bedtime Fun For Everyone Collection (collection)
Various Authors
BFUN
Toddlers
Perfect for little sleepyheads, the Bedtime Fun for Everyone Collection includes ten wonderful stories to share with your child as they drift off to sleep, including those from Julia Donaldson, Ian Whybrow, Jill Murphy and other well known names. Including just the right combination of soothing stories and exciting tales, this collection will leave you well prepared when it comes to tucking the little ones in for the night. With the work of some truly brilliant illustrators on show, this is a collection that is guaranteed to get plenty of use!
Booze for Free (Hardback)
Andy Hamilton
BOOZ
Discover the secrets to home brewing and drinks making in this no-nonsense, easy-to-follow guide that will teach the beginner and perfect the expert in the art of making over 100 tasty beverages, from beer made from hops, elder and yarrow and great tasting wines from fruit to cider from apples and pears as well as cordials, fizzy drinks and teas. Cheap, wholesome and including drinks tailored for all tastes and strength preferences, the Carrot Whiskey, Sloe and Damson Rum, Parsnip Sherry, Pumpkin Beer and Elderflower Champagne in this tempting book will impress your friends and have you all chinking glasses in no time. Cheers to that!
GTAD
5 years +
Action-packed and fast-paced, this 10-book collection features adventure stories at their very best! Based on some of the world's favourite classic adventure tales, the books in this collection have been brilliantly rewritten to appeal to young readers. Featuring page-turning tales about legendary characters such as Robinson Crusoe, Ali Baba, Robin Hood and many more, these stories are fun-filled, dynamic and totally accessible for little ones who are ready to start reading their 'first' novels. Tony Ross' illustrations are perfect for bringing the adventures to life too.
