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A calamity of Mannerings by Joanna Nadin 

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A rip roaringly witty story set in 1924. It chronicles a year in the life of the Mannering family through the diary of 16 year old Panth. Thanks to the laws of inheritance when her dad dies they have to move out of their manor house and move in with their grandmother who is a bit of a terror. Full of humour, feminism, romance, forbidden love, high society, scandal and a brilliant sheep called Siegfried this book is a delight with lots of laugh out loud moments. Simply put perfect escapism!

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A rip roaringly witty story set in 1924. It chronicles a year in the life of the Mannering family through the diary of 16 year old Panth. Thanks to the laws of inheritance when her dad dies they have to move out of their manor house and move in with their grandmother who is a bit of a terror. Full of humour, feminism, romance, forbidden love, high society, scandal and a brilliant sheep called Siegfried this book is a delight with lots of laugh out loud moments. Simply put perfect escapism!

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A rip roaringly witty story set in 1924. It chronicles a year in the life of the Mannering family through the diary of 16 year old Panth. Thanks to the laws of inheritance when her dad dies they have to move out of their manor house and move in with their grandmother who is a bit of a terror. Full of humour, feminism, romance, forbidden love, high society, scandal and a brilliant sheep called Siegfried this book is a delight with lots of laugh out loud moments. Simply put perfect escapism!

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A beautifully written story which follows Huw who lives with his moody dad but spends a lot of time over at his youthful nan’s house. We see Huw’s world tilt as his nan begins to forget things and get muddled. However she suddenly wants to know what happened to her brother Johnny who hasn’t been seen or really mentioned since WW2. Huw with help from his friends sets out to unravel this long held family mystery. A brilliant moving story about family and dementia great plot and characters. 5 ⭐️s

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A beautifully written story which follows Huw who lives with his moody dad but spends a lot of time over at his youthful nan’s house. We see Huw’s world tilt as his nan begins to forget things and get muddled. However she suddenly wants to know what happened to her brother Johnny who hasn’t been seen or really mentioned since WW2. Huw with help from his friends sets out to unravel this long held family mystery. A brilliant moving story about family and dementia great plot and characters. 5 ⭐️s

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It’s rare for a book to leave me speechless but this one has. This dark mesmerising mystery full of mythical folklore including Poukas, druids and witches is a real page turner. Morgan and her siblings have followed their dad to an archaeological dig in Weir Hinny a strange rural village steeped in superstition and the supernatural. Morgan has had bad waking dreams in the past about a shadow man but arriving has caused them to reoccur! As the dark light creeps in can she learn to trust herself?

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It’s rare for a book to leave me speechless but this one has. This dark mesmerising mystery full of mythical folklore including Poukas, druids and witches is a real page turner. Morgan and her siblings have followed their dad to an archaeological dig in Weir Hinny a strange rural village steeped in superstition and the supernatural. Morgan has had bad waking dreams in the past about a shadow man but arriving has caused them to reoccur! As the dark light creeps in can she learn to trust herself?

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With colourful detailed illustrations and brilliant world building Unfairies is sure to make you smile. Think of the most crazy what if questions and you’ll get the plot to this funny quest book. At first quite annoying to everyone around him and to the reader, Pip is a fairy who gets under your skin and by the end you’ll love him. Full of adventure, red tape, gangs, a bit of survival and full on hilarity Unfairies won’t disappoint! It even has a great cliffhanger at the end cueing up book 2!

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With colourful detailed illustrations and brilliant world building Unfairies is sure to make you smile. Think of the most crazy what if questions and you’ll get the plot to this funny quest book. At first quite annoying to everyone around him and to the reader, Pip is a fairy who gets under your skin and by the end you’ll love him. Full of adventure, red tape, gangs, a bit of survival and full on hilarity Unfairies won’t disappoint! It even has a great cliffhanger at the end cueing up book 2!

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Rune the tale of the obsidian maze by Carlos Sanchez

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Rune the tale of the obsidian maze by Carlos Sanchez

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The beautiful illustrations and stylistic colour palette add great atmosphere to what is a compelling magical adventure in this the 2nd Rune story. The shadow king is trapped but a sinister darkness is stirring. Chiri and Dai receive a chilling invite to the Obsidian Maze and so begins their next magical quest to hunt down and defeat this next herald of darkness. With deaf rep there are BSL signs throughout so you can also learn the odd sign by reading this brilliantly plotted graphic novel.

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The beautiful illustrations and stylistic colour palette add great atmosphere to what is a compelling magical adventure in this the 2nd Rune story. The shadow king is trapped but a sinister darkness is stirring. Chiri and Dai receive a chilling invite to the Obsidian Maze and so begins their next magical quest to hunt down and defeat this next herald of darkness. With deaf rep there are BSL signs throughout so you can also learn the odd sign by reading this brilliantly plotted graphic novel.

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Crookhaven the school for thieves by J J Arcanjo

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Crookhaven the school for thieves by J J Arcanjo

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If you like a book set in a boarding school this is genuinely a brilliant book with an intricately woven plot with amazing characters that you will root for. Gabriel has been brought up by his “Grandma” but knows little about his parents. Living hand to fist Gabriel picks pockets to help out but he has morals. Exceptionally talented he is noticed by the talent at Crookhaven and is recruited to the school. Packed with action, mystery and friendship it is a compelling read with a great ending.

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If you like a book set in a boarding school this is genuinely a brilliant book with an intricately woven plot with amazing characters that you will root for. Gabriel has been brought up by his “Grandma” but knows little about his parents. Living hand to fist Gabriel picks pockets to help out but he has morals. Exceptionally talented he is noticed by the talent at Crookhaven and is recruited to the school. Packed with action, mystery and friendship it is a compelling read with a great ending.

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Life can be traumatic it can make you forget who you are and what was always important to you. This book perfectly captures the bitterness and lost feeling of first heartbreak. Daisy in a pressure filled last year of school is trying to recover what she gave up to be part of a two and ignore the gossip. A music lovers dream with musical terms throughout follow as Daisy finds her way back to her love of music. An amazing character rich story for anyone who has ever felt lost. A truly joyous read!

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Fia and the last snow deer by Eilish Fisher

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Fia and the last snow deer by Eilish Fisher

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A moving and captivating story told in verse, set back in the mists of time in a land that is stuck in winter. According to prophecy to bring spring back the ultimate sacrifice must be made. A prophecy that features Fia and her snow deer Solas. To save Solas and the village they set out on a quest to the north to find the mythical Deer Mother with darkness and danger at every turn. Yet Fia and Solas aren’t alone and along the way she learns a valuable truth we could all do with remembering.

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A moving and captivating story told in verse, set back in the mists of time in a land that is stuck in winter. According to prophecy to bring spring back the ultimate sacrifice must be made. A prophecy that features Fia and her snow deer Solas. To save Solas and the village they set out on a quest to the north to find the mythical Deer Mother with darkness and danger at every turn. Yet Fia and Solas aren’t alone and along the way she learns a valuable truth we could all do with remembering.

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Imagine the most magical of Christmas films and you will now have a feel for this book. Here it is Christmas everyday after Santa took over the world. Great you might say but there is the Krampus Alliance who enforce rules and punish anyone who errs from them - things like playing a non festive game. Merrilee Claus is set on changing things back to one annual Christmas and needs the help of Grylla Garland a witch to help. Vivid, compelling with great characters this is a great festive adventure.

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Imagine the most magical of Christmas films and you will now have a feel for this book. Here it is Christmas everyday after Santa took over the world. Great you might say but there is the Krampus Alliance who enforce rules and punish anyone who errs from them - things like playing a non festive game. Merrilee Claus is set on changing things back to one annual Christmas and needs the help of Grylla Garland a witch to help. Vivid, compelling with great characters this is a great festive adventure.

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Imagine the most magical of Christmas films and you will now have a feel for this book. Here it is Christmas everyday after Santa took over the world. Great you might say but there is the Krampus Alliance who enforce rules and punish anyone who errs from them - things like playing a non festive game.

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Snowed in at the Wildest Dreams Bookshop by Gracie Page 

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A great return to Fox Bay for an opposites attract romance. Ivy is an incredibly annoying main character yet likeable. She is an artist and a pessimist but really underneath all that gloom is a girl who is scared of getting hurt. Trip is an American tourist full of light and sunshine who is loved by all even though he might be a bit much. Ivy and Trip are thrown together in this story by circumstances and it is fun watching their dynamic develop further as they work on the local school show.

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A great return to Fox Bay for an opposites attract romance. Ivy is an incredibly annoying main character yet likeable. She is an artist and a pessimist but really underneath all that gloom is a girl who is scared of getting hurt. Trip is an American tourist full of light and sunshine who is loved by all even though he might be a bit much. Ivy and Trip are thrown together in this story by circumstances and it is fun watching their dynamic develop further as they work on the local school show

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A delightful return to the world of April and Bear. As well as touching on the plight of Polar Bears and climate change this book centres around Blaze who is a pure bred Siberian Husky who it appears has had a hard start in life. Through careful nurturing April brings him out of his shell and when she finds herself entering a gruelling long distance dog sled race their bond makes a difference. Beautifully written, full of heart and adventure - a truly joyous read with themes of animal welfare.

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A delightful return to the world of April and Bear. As well as touching on the plight of Polar Bears and climate change this book centres around Blaze who is a pure bred Siberian Husky who it appears has had a hard start in life. Through careful nurturing April brings him out of his shell and when she finds herself entering a gruelling long distance dog sled race their bond makes a difference. Beautifully written, full of heart and adventure - a truly joyous read with themes of animal welfare.

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Equal parts murder mystery and paranormal with a dash of romance, if you like Stranger Things or the X Files then you will love this book which is set in the late 90s. It starts with a poem about three executioners and as unusual deaths occur it seems like the poem is coming true and it is not the first time in the town’s history. Freddie Gellar is like a dog with a bone and must find out what is happening. With lots of sub plots and brilliant characters this is a thrilling story that builds up.

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Equal parts murder mystery and paranormal with a dash of romance, if you like Stranger Things or the X Files then you will love this book which is set in the late 90s. It starts with a poem about three executioners and as unusual deaths occur it seems like the poem is coming true and it is not the first time in the town’s history. Freddie Gellar is like a dog with a bone and must find out what is happening. With lots of sub plots and brilliant characters this is a thrilling story that builds up.

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A great vampire adventure story with great storytelling and characters. Full of vampire folklore and references to Dracula and other gothic works this engages on lots of levels and is peppered with humour. When the contagion returns i.e. the rise of a new vampire who is infecting others, Mina, Buffy and Bella not only discover their heritage but also a secret. A secret that could mean they can cure vampires and save them from being culled! However it is a race against time filled with danger.

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A great vampire adventure story with great storytelling and characters. Full of vampire folklore and references to Dracula and other gothic works this engages on lots of levels and is peppered with humour. When the contagion returns i.e. the rise of a new vampire who is infecting others, Mina, Buffy and Bella not only discover their heritage but also a secret. A secret that could mean they can cure vampires and save them from being culled! However it is a race against time filled with danger.

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The Twelve by Liz Hyder illustrated by Tom de Preston

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The Twelve by Liz Hyder illustrated by Tom de Preston

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A mesmerising dark fantasy reminiscent in feel of some of the great classics. Full of deep set ancient magic this is a tale of courage, friendship and finding hope, as the world you know disintegrates around you. It all starts when Kit’s little sister Libby disappears from the face of the earth and only Kit and a local boy named Story can remember her existence. Together aided by one of the Twelve set out to find her. A fantastic adventure steeped deeply in ancient folklore with eco themes.

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A mesmerising dark fantasy reminiscent in feel of some of the great classics. Full of deep set ancient magic this is a tale of courage, friendship and finding hope, as the world you know disintegrates around you. It all starts when Kit’s little sister Libby disappears from the face of the earth and only Kit and a local boy named Story can remember her existence. Together aided by one of the Twelve set out to find her. A fantastic adventure steeped deeply in ancient folklore with eco themes.

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A Cinnamon Falls Mystery by R. L. Killmore

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A Cinnamon Falls Mystery by R. L. Killmore

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A brilliant cosy murder mystery full of small town politics and secrets. It is not a fast paced thriller but the intrigue pulls you through the pages as evidence is discovered and hints of long covered up secrets come to light. There are also cinnamon buns! Be prepared to get invested in the lives of Nia, her family, Jesse, Morgan and all the town’s residents as they look to solve the brutal murder of one of their own, the heart of their community - Rosie. It is the perfect read for Autumn.

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A brilliant cosy murder mystery full of small town politics and secrets. It is not a fast paced thriller but the intrigue pulls you through the pages as evidence is discovered and hints of long covered up secrets come to light. There are also cinnamon buns! Be prepared to get invested in the lives of Nia, her family, Jesse, Morgan and all the town’s residents as they look to solve the brutal murder of one of their own, the heart of their community - Rosie. It is the perfect read for Autumn.

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Oxford Blood by Rachael Davis Featherstone

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Oxford Blood by Rachael Davis Featherstone

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A thrilling dark academia murder mystery. Eva’s goal is to study English at Oxford and along with her close friend George gets accepted to interviews week but within the first 24 hours George is found dead! Shocked she digs deeper as she doesn’t accept it was an accident and finds herself tied up in a world of lies, conspiracies, privilege and murder. Great characters coupled with a complex story interwoven with plenty social commentary make this is a compelling read which will keep you guessing.

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A thrilling dark academia murder mystery. Eva’s goal is to study English at Oxford and along with her close friend George gets accepted to interviews week but within the first 24 hours George is found dead! Shocked she digs deeper as she doesn’t accept it was an accident and finds herself tied up in a world of lies, conspiracies, privilege and murder. Great characters coupled with a complex story interwoven with plenty social commentary make this is a compelling read which will keep you guessing

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The library of second chances by Molly Reid

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The library of second chances by Molly Reid

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If you love a Hallmark film then this is one in book form. The library in Wellbridge is not your average library as Chloe who has begun working there discovers one night when seeking refuge from the weather and a disasterous date. In this library characters quite literally leap out of the pages and chaos can happen. Chloe is mourning her parents’ deaths, is estranged from her sister and then there is Harry. A fun light romance where second chances at life and relationships are granted.

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If you love a Hallmark film then this is one in book form. The library in Wellbridge is not your average library as Chloe who has begun working there discovers one night when seeking refuge from the weather and a disasterous date. In this library characters quite literally leap out of the pages and chaos can happen. Chloe is mourning her parents’ deaths, is estranged from her sister and then there is Harry. A fun light romance where second chances at life and relationships are granted.

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The restaurant of lost recipes by Hisashi Kashiwai 

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The restaurant of lost recipes by Hisashi Kashiwai 

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Like the first in the series “The Kamogawa Food Detectives” this is an ode to power of food to recapture memories which can uplift us and in some cases help us move on. 6 more stories are told which start with the client finding the restaurant and agency, having a meal and then describing the dish they want to find, followed up by a return visit when Nagare has been away and has managed to recreate the dish from their memory - with mouthwatering descriptions this is a foodies’ delight of a read.

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Like the first in the series “The Kamogawa Food Detectives” this is an ode to power of food to recapture memories which can uplift us and in some cases help us move on. 6 more stories are told which start with the client finding the restaurant and agency, having a meal and then describing the dish they want to find, followed up by a return visit when Nagare has been away and has managed to recreate the dish from their memory - with mouthwatering descriptions this is a foodies’ delight of a read.

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Pablo and Splash, Roman Holiday by Sheena Dempsey

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Pablo and Splash, Roman Holiday by Sheena Dempsey

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Genuinely one of the funniest books I have read all year. What is not to love about time travelling penguins nipping back in time to Ancient Rome to get a helmet to prove that they can time travel to the sceptical Benji? Told with great humour and capers throughout Pablo and Splash are a great duo with real personality and if you love history this fantastical tale is full of facts too! The bird languages are what floored this reader and the colour illustrations are true comic book joy!

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Genuinely one of the funniest books I have read all year. What is not to love about time travelling penguins nipping back in time to Ancient Rome to get a helmet to prove that they can time travel to the sceptical Benji? Told with great humour and capers throughout Pablo and Splash are a great duo with real personality and if you love history this fantastical tale is full of facts too! The bird languages are what floored this reader and the colour illustrations are true comic book joy!

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Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell

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Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell

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Enter into a fun adventure full of mythical creatures, rich in folklore where betrayal and peril are rife but is paired with friendship and loyalty. This truly has the makings of a classic that will endure time. It all starts with a murderer who is after Mal a girl who flies with a flying coat and lives in the Archipelago where dragons and griffins are commonplace. She drags Christopher through into the Archipelago to help her predicament. What follows is an epic tale of self discovery and hope.

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Enter into a fun adventure full of mythical creatures, rich in folklore where betrayal and peril are rife but is paired with friendship and loyalty. This truly has the makings of a classic that will endure time. It all starts with a murderer who is after Mal a girl who flies with a flying coat and lives in the Archipelago where dragons and griffins are commonplace. She drags Christopher through into the Archipelago to help her predicament. What follows is an epic tale of self discovery and hope.

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Elle McNicoll has surpassed herself with Role Model. The story centres around Aerial whose life is changed when her mum becomes the Prime Minister. An incident at school sees Aerial thrust reluctantly into the limelight as a role model for autistic teens. Add a new school, new “friends”, pushy PR folk and the media circus this story is equally uplifting and heartbreaking at the same time. With vibrant cast of characters and a great story arc it’s a compelling eye opening joy of a read.

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@ellemcnicollofficial has surpassed herself with Role Model. The story centres around Aerial whose life is changed when her mum becomes the Prime Minister. An incident at school sees Aerial thrust reluctantly into the limelight as a role model for autistic teens. Add a new school, new “friends”, pushy PR folk and the media circus this story is equally uplifting and heartbreaking at the same time. With vibrant cast of characters and a great story arc it’s a compelling eye opening joy of a read.

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The stories grandma forgot (and how I found them) by Nadine Aisha Jassat

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The stories grandma forgot (and how I found them) by Nadine Aisha Jassat

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Nyla’s Grandma has Alzheimer’s sometimes she is living in the present and sometimes she is time travelling in her mind. Nyla lost her dad when she was four but then her Grandma insists she has seen him at the supermarket and makes Nyla promise to find him and keep it a secret. So begins a journey to uncover family secrets in what is truly a captivating story of family, identity, the value of friendship and being comfortable in your own skin. A enchanting heartwarming read that is worth the time.

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Nyla’s Grandma has Alzheimer’s sometimes she is living in the present and sometimes she is time travelling in her mind. Nyla lost her dad when she was four but then her Grandma insists she has seen him at the supermarket and makes Nyla promise to find him and keep it a secret. So begins a journey to uncover family secrets in what is truly a captivating story of family, identity, the value of friendship and being comfortable in your own skin. A enchanting heartwarming read that is worth the time.

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This humourous gothic murder mystery with spirits, potions and a 17 year old girl in mourning is a must read. It’s full of atmosphere, tension and great characters from the outset. We first meet Dolores on her death bed to say she is a hypochondriac is an understatement but she is the only one left and seems to have inherited her sister’s Edith’s ghost who will not rest! Along with Ada, Violet (a medium) and Septimus she sets out to set Edith’s spirit free. Maybe her death wasn’t so natural!

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This humourous gothic murder mystery with spirits, potions and a 17 year old girl in mourning is a must read. It’s full of atmosphere, tension and great characters from the outset. We first meet Dolores on her death bed to say she is a hypochondriac is an understatement but she is the only one left and seems to have inherited her sister’s Edith’s ghost who will not rest! Along with Ada, Violet (a medium) and Septimus she sets out to set Edith’s spirit free. Maybe her death wasn’t so natural!

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This homage to the ice cream van with its dead pan humour and drab graphic palette is a joy to read. Once you’ve read it once you’ll want to read it again! Howard owns the ice cream van his dad did and works the same patch. Other local ice cream vans have been swallowed up by his nemesis Tony in what can only be described as ice cream van wars. All Howard wants is to get his crosswords done and sell ice cream so when Tony goes after his patch will Howard be able to keep his own dreams alive?

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This homage to the ice cream van with its dead pan humour and drab graphic palette is a joy to read. Once you’ve read it once you’ll want to read it again! Howard owns the ice cream van his dad did and works the same patch. Other local ice cream vans have been swallowed up by his nemesis Tony in what can only be described as ice cream van wars. All Howard wants is to get his crosswords done and sell ice cream so when Tony goes after his patch will Howard be able to keep his own dreams alive?

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Seven million sunflowers by Malcolm Duffy

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Seven million sunflowers by Malcolm Duffy

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A profound YA about the Russian/ Ukrainian war. 15 year old Kat, her brother Marco and their mum have come to the UK while their web designer dad fights in the war as a soldier. It tracks them trying to live “normal” lives, the impact on them and their host family and paints a picture as rich and messy as real life. It tackles topics such as PTSD and has teenage romance and friendship at the centre. It reminds us that unless we live it we can’t truly know what someone has gone is going through.

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A profound YA about the Russian/ Ukrainian war. 15 year old Kat, her brother Marco and their mum have come to the UK while their web designer dad fights in the war as a soldier. It tracks them trying to live “normal” lives, the impact on them and their host family and paints a picture as rich and messy as real life. It tackles topics such as PTSD and has teenage romance and friendship at the centre. It reminds us that unless we live it we can’t truly know what someone has gone is going through.

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Shortlisted for the @yabookprize Songlight has rich world building and intricate plotting that makes for a dream of a dystopia. It captures everything about what makes us human the good, bad and the ugly. With radical ideologies, propaganda, war, prejudice, love, genocide it covers it all. Those with Songlight can communicate telepathically but to have it is to be persecuted and tenacious Lark has hidden her light but circumstances and love can force your hand to act and take on the status quo!

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Shortlisted for the @yabookprize Songlight has rich world building and intricate plotting that makes for a dream of a dystopia. It captures everything about what makes us human the good, bad and the ugly. With radical ideologies, propaganda, war, prejudice, love, genocide it covers it all. Those with Songlight can communicate telepathically but to have it is to be persecuted and tenacious Lark has hidden her light but circumstances and love can force your hand to act and take on the status quo!

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The piano at the station by Helen Rutter 

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Music is the best therapy! Lacey doesn’t know it at first. She is impulsive, cheeky and is forever getting into trouble. In a last ditch attempt to save her from herself she is sent to music sessions with a visiting music teacher at lunchtimes. Despite herself she doesn’t walk out that first day but it is not all smooth sailing even after she discovers the piano. Lacey is tenacious and is a great narrator and along with the whole cast of characters she brings this great story to life. Read it!

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Music is the best therapy! Lacey doesn’t know it at first. She is impulsive, cheeky and is forever getting into trouble. In a last ditch attempt to save her from herself she is sent to music sessions with a visiting music teacher at lunchtimes. Despite herself she doesn’t walk out that first day but it is not all smooth sailing even after she discovers the piano. Lacey is tenacious and is a great narrator and along with the whole cast of characters she brings this great story to life. Read it!

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This is a fantastic illustrated Tyrolean folk tale about a girl who runs away through a forest and finds herself at a big old house where a skull yes a skull lets her in and shows her around a skull who she goes on to help. The illustrations are really atmospheric and enhance what is a bit of a macabre spooky and strange yet compelling story that Jon has written his own take on - read the notes at the back to see its origins. It’s a perfect quick read for those who love Grimm’s fairytales.

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This is a fantastic illustrated Tyrolean folk tale about a girl who runs away through a forest and finds herself at a big old house where a skull yes a skull lets her in and shows her around a skull who she goes on to help. The illustrations are really atmospheric and enhance what is a bit of a macabre spooky and strange yet compelling story that Jon has written his own take on - read the notes at the back to see its origins. It’s a perfect quick read for those who love Grimm’s fairytales.

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A great quick read that packs a punch. It will have you turning the pages to like any good drama. In this one two friends find a secret bunker that lay under a now demolished house. It is a great place for Marshall to escape to from an unsettling home life and he wants to keep it for just him and Rory. Rory wants to tell his former friends about it and subsequently betrays his trust - can what is done be mended before someone gets physically hurt? Explore male friendships in this cracking story.

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A great quick read that packs a punch. It will have you turning the pages to like any good drama. In this one two friends find a secret bunker that lay under a now demolished house. It is a great place for Marshall to escape to from an unsettling home life and he wants to keep it for just him and Rory. Rory wants to tell his former friends about it and subsequently betrays his trust - can what is done be mended before someone gets physically hurt? Explore male friendships in this cracking story.

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The Wildest Dreams bookshop by Gracie Page 

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A perfect YA romance full of tension and fun coming of age moments. Anna is an anxious over achiever, her life is all planned out, but she has messed up her exams and her internship at a law firm has fallen through plus her boyfriend has left her to “find himself”. So she ends up reluctantly at her quirky aunt’s bookshop in Cornwall and soon the magic of Fox Bay, its residents including the infuriating Jacob begins to work its charm on her. Oh and a high profile book launch what is not to love.

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A perfect YA romance full of tension and fun coming of age moments. Anna is an anxious over achiever, her life is all planned out, but she has messed up her exams and her internship at a law firm has fallen through plus her boyfriend has left her to “find himself”. So she ends up reluctantly at her quirky aunt’s bookshop in Cornwall and soon the magic of Fox Bay, its residents including the infuriating Jacob begins to work its charm on her. Oh and a high profile book launch what is not to love.

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A charming novel set in modern day Sweden. It’s perfect for those who dream of travelling through time. When Kara finds strange footprints in the snow they lead her to Rebecca and her brother Samuel who are Jewish refugees hiding out on an island to another place and pocket in time. Kara becomes friends with them and sets out to find a way to help them beyond ketchup and warm clothing. With lots of lovely side stories like the relationship she has with her grandad this is a heartwarming tale.

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A charming novel set in modern day Sweden. It’s perfect for those who dream of travelling through time. When Kara finds strange footprints in the snow they lead her to Rebecca and her brother Samuel who are Jewish refugees hiding out on an island to another place and pocket in time. Kara becomes friends with them and sets out to find a way to help them beyond ketchup and warm clothing. With lots of lovely side stories like the relationship she has with her grandad this is a heartwarming tale.

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The boy lost in the maze by Joseph Coelho

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The boy lost in the maze by Joseph Coelho

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A moving parallel tale of two boys searching for their biological fathers and negotiating the labyrinth to manhood. One is Theseus of Greek myth reinterpreted and one is Theo a school boy today. Masterfully told in verse with interactive choose your own path elements - it’s an engaging, fun read with lots to think about. Look out for the brilliantly humanising interpretation of the Minotaur and how the two stories are cleverly interwoven. Read to see if you can find your way out the maze?

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A moving parallel tale of two boys searching for their biological fathers and negotiating the labyrinth to manhood. One is Theseus of Greek myth reinterpreted and one is Theo a school boy today. Masterfully told in verse with interactive choose your own path elements - it’s an engaging, fun read with lots to think about. Look out for the brilliantly humanising interpretation of the Minotaur and how the two stories are cleverly interwoven. Read to see if you can find your way out the maze?

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The reunion of April and Bear is a delight to behold. This story has all the charm that you would expect from Hannah and touches on the impact of climate change on polar bears and communities in the Arctic. Prepare to fall in love once again with April and Bear. April has been called back to Svalbard by Bear. She sets out on a mission to find him and then ends up on a new mission to save his cub who she names Peanut. Fast paced, thrilling and full of heart - this tale is one to treasure.

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The reunion of April and Bear is a delight to behold. This story has all the charm that you would expect from Hannah and touches on the impact of climate change on polar bears and communities in the Arctic. Prepare to fall in love once again with April and Bear. April has been called back to Svalbard by Bear. She sets out on a mission to find him and then ends up on a new mission to save his cub who she names Peanut. Fast paced, thrilling and full of heart - this tale is one to treasure.

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We defy you not to laugh while reading this heartwarming book which is a joy to read with well formed yet flawed characters. Frank is a grieving grumpy man who lost his wife and has retreated from the outside world. Red is a six year old who has moved next door after his parents split up. They meet when Red is bouncing on his noisy trampoline and with dogged determination Red seeks to befriend Frank. So begins a truly unique friendship story that is captured deftly with humour and truth.

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We defy you not to laugh while reading this heartwarming book which is a joy to read with well formed yet flawed characters. Frank is a grieving grumpy man who lost his wife and has retreated from the outside world. Red is a six year old who has moved next door after his parents split up. They meet when Red is bouncing on his noisy trampoline and with dogged determination Red seeks to befriend Frank. So begins a truly unique friendship story that is captured deftly with humour and truth.

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A fantastic YA romance from @ellemcnicollofficial. Film star Allegra is escaping the fame bubble for the summer & that escape is helping at her father’s bookshop and festival in Lake Pristine. What she doesn’t expect is to fall in love but no true love story runs smooth. Although there are sparks from the off they are more snarky than sparkly. A really enjoyable read that shines a beautiful light on the neurodiverse experience. If you loved Some like it Cold get ready to fall in love again ❤️!

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A fantastic YA romance from @ellemcnicollofficial. Film star Allegra is escaping the fame bubble for the summer & that escape is helping at her father’s bookshop and festival in Lake Pristine. What she doesn’t expect is to fall in love but no true love story runs smooth. Although there are sparks from the off they are more snarky than sparkly. A really enjoyable read that shines a beautiful light on the neurodiverse experience. If you loved Some like it Cold get ready to fall in love again ❤️!

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The house at the edge of the world by Nadine Aissa Jassat 

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You enter into a world of possibility, of hope when you traverse the pages of this wonderful book. Amal and her family after losing their livelihood and their home inherit a mysterious and magical house. However just as they are making it their own a couple come to challenge the inheritance and the family have 30 days to prove it is theirs. The house is surrounded in myth that unfurls as you read. A brilliant mystery in verse that deftly explores self esteem and identity.

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You enter into a world of possibility, of hope when you traverse the pages of this wonderful book by nadineaishajassat. Amal and her family after losing their livelihood and their home inherit a mysterious and magical house. However just as they are making it their own a couple come to challenge the inheritance and the family have 30 days to prove it is theirs. The house is surrounded in myth that unfurls as you read. A brilliant mystery in verse that deftly explores self esteem and identity.

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Haru a blue flightless bird who is bullied by the other birds in his class and his friend Yama find a dark and mysterious object. Attempts to put it back are futile so after consulting the oak tree they skip school and go on on a quest to find the place that they can hopefully be rid of it. What they don’t realise is that they are being followed! Stunning immersive illustrations add atmosphere and tension to this fantasy that is reminiscent of Lord of the Rings. It’s an enthralling hug of a book.

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Haru a blue flightless bird who is bullied by the other birds in his class and his friend Yama find a dark and mysterious object. Attempts to put it back are futile so after consulting the oak tree they skip school and go on on a quest to find the place that they can hopefully be rid of it. What they don’t realise is that they are being followed! Stunning immersive illustrations add atmosphere and tension to this fantasy that is reminiscent of Lord of the Rings. It’s an enthralling hug of a book

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I can’t even think straight by Dean Atta 

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Dean is a master of writing emotional stories through lyrical verse. This story will have you laughing one moment and crying the next! The story revolves around Kai who is ready to come out and his best friend Matt who is not ready and what happens when Kai does come out. A truly brilliant coming of age love story with lots of fun book references, cultural diversity and identity including Greek representation (Greek language phrases) and consent. It was a perfect #pridemonth read.

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Dean is a master of writing emotional stories through lyrical verse. This story will have you laughing one moment and crying the next! The story revolves around Kai who is ready to come out and his best friend Matt who is not ready and what happens when Kai does come out.

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Chronicles of Whetherwhy The age of enchantment by Anna James 

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Chronicles of Whetherwhy The age of enchantment by Anna James 

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A thoroughly enchanting read forgive the unintended pun but truly it is. In Weatherwhy everyone has magic that is attuned to one season but some people are able to use all four seasons - enchanters. Twins Rafferty and Juniper are tested and Juniper is an enchanter so is invited to join Thistledown Academy. Rafferty is not keen to be left behind so follows her. Both face their share of danger in this magical and immersive adventure. With great world building and characters this is one to treasure

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A thoroughly enchanting read forgive the unintended pun but truly it is. In Weatherwhy everyone has magic that is attuned to one season but some people are able to use all four seasons - enchanters. Twins Rafferty and Juniper are tested and Juniper is an enchanter so is invited to join Thistledown Academy. Rafferty is not keen to be left behind so follows her. Both face their share of danger in this magical and immersive adventure. With great world building and characters this is one to treasure

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A suspense novel that really does deserve to be read! One sister Grace is found by the roadside the other Maddy is missing and G can’t remember what happened but her sisters blood was on her clothes, so is she to blame? Told in a dual POV where Grace is narrating in the present and Maddy is narrating events just before the disappearance, we get to know each sister and all the people who were on Sabbatical with them as the events and memories unfold. An engaging story that will keep you guessing!

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A suspense novel that really does deserve to be read! One sister Grace is found by the roadside the other Maddy is missing and G can’t remember what happened but her sisters blood was on her clothes, so is she to blame? Told in a dual POV where Grace is narrating in the present and Maddy is narrating events just before the disappearance, we get to know each sister and all the people who were on Sabbatical with them as the events and memories unfold. An engaging story that will keep you guessing

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We do not welcome our ten-year-old overlord by Garth Nix

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We do not welcome our ten-year-old overlord by Garth Nix

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A sci fi story set on Earth with the feel of Doctor Who with plenty for DnD fans too. Kim, his ten year old sister Eila and their friends find a mysterious glowing ball which when they touch it, tries to communicate and get in their heads. Kim doesn’t let it but Eila does and takes it home despite Kim telling her not to. It has a power over her. Strange things start happening and Kim with his friends seek to investigate as all doesn’t seem right. This is a highly enjoyable fast paced thriller.

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A sci fi story set on Earth with the feel of Doctor Who with plenty for DnD fans too. Kim, his ten year old sister Eila and their friends find a mysterious glowing ball which when they touch it, tries to communicate and get in their heads. Kim doesn’t let it but Eila does and takes it home despite Kim telling her not to. It has a power over her. Strange things start happening and Kim with his friends seek to investigate as all doesn’t seem right. This is a highly enjoyable fast paced thriller.

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Rune the tale of a thousand faces by Carlos Sánchez

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Rune the tale of a thousand faces by Carlos Sánchez

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A mesmerising fantasy adventure with an ancient portal that results in Chiri and Dai stumbling into a forgotten realm which is being terrorised by an evil Shadow King. Can they track him down and stop him from spreading back into their world? This amusing colourful graphic tale has everything from druids, warriors, archaeologists and even magical goats. I love the fact that Chiri is deaf and uses BSL! There are signs throughout that you can try to learn! Can’t wait for part 2!

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A mesmerising fantasy adventure with an ancient portal that results in Chiri and Dai stumbling into a forgotten realm which is being terrorised by an evil Shadow King. Can they track him down and stop him from spreading back into their world? This amusing colourful graphic tale has everything from druids, warriors, archaeologists and even magical goats. I love the fact that Chiri is deaf and uses BSL! There are signs throughout that you can try to learn! Can’t wait for part 2!

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A classic ghost tale from with a house mysteriously enshrouded in a thick fog like mist. Hugo thinks he sees a ghost at the window but maybe it is a trick of the light but it is no trick there is a ghost boy out there. What harm would there be in letting the apparition in? A short and strange dyslexic friendly story with a great chilling twist at the end. Guaranteed to leave you thinking long after you put it down …

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A classic ghost tale from with a house mysteriously enshrouded in a thick fog like mist. Hugo thinks he sees a ghost at the window but maybe it is a trick of the light but it is no trick there is a ghost boy out there. What harm would there be in letting the apparition in? A short and strange dyslexic friendly story with a great chilling twist at the end. Guaranteed to leave you thinking long after you put it down …

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A compelling story set in World War Two! 12 year old Bonnie’s brother has joined the RAF and will now be a hero. She wants to be a hero too but what can girls do? When a mysterious Mr Fisher is taken in by her family she is determined to find out why he is there - out all night and sleeping in the daytime. A fantastic fast paced verse novel that is peppered with aspects of physics and the pain and joy of growing vegetables as well as considering what is a hero and the assumptions we make!

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A compelling story set in World War Two! 12 year old Bonnie’s brother has joined the RAF and will now be a hero. She wants to be a hero too but what can girls do? When a mysterious Mr Fisher is taken in by her family she is determined to find out why he is there - out all night and sleeping in the daytime. A fantastic fast paced verse novel that is peppered with aspects of physics and the pain and joy of growing vegetables as well as considering what is a hero and the assumptions we make!

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The things we leave behind by Clare Furniss

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The things we leave behind by Clare Furniss

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Wow what a book this slightly traumatising dystopia turned out to be don’t worry there is hope too. It is set in the UK where the right wing has taken power and people inform on others where immigrants are not welcome. Scotland has declared independence and there is Clem who we meet initially on her 15th birthday her last good memory before her world is turned upside down. For all this story is dark it ultimately champions resilience and the kindness of humans especially when facing adversity.

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Wow what a book this slightly traumatising dystopia turned out to be don’t worry there is hope too. It is set in the UK where the right wing has taken power and people inform on others where immigrants are not welcome. Scotland has declared independence and there is Clem who we meet initially on her 15th birthday her last good memory before her world is turned upside down. For all this story is dark it ultimately champions resilience and the kindness of humans especially when facing adversity.

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All that it ever meant by Blessing Musariri

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All that it ever meant by Blessing Musariri

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A powerful yet truly surprising book. This #Carnegies2025 shortlisted story is a must read. With short chapters you are told a story by Mati about her family flashing between the present and what led up to them travelling across Zimbabwe. As each chapter unfurls you learn more but there is a mystery that will not become clear until the end. The characters are truly vivid and believable in this brilliantly crafted this book about origins, relationships and a family grieving the loss of their mama.

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A powerful yet truly surprising book. This #Carnegies2025 shortlisted story is a must read. With short chapters you are told a story by Mati about her family flashing between the present and what led up to them travelling across Zimbabwe. As each chapter unfurls you learn more but there is a mystery that will not become clear until the end. The characters are truly vivid and believable in this brilliantly crafted this book about origins, relationships and a family grieving the loss of their mama

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A well balanced exploration of teen relationships and abortion. It starts quite slowly but you need that part for context. It is about Mel and Sid who are 15 and 16 and Mel gets pregnant but this is Northern Ireland in 2018 where abortion is illegal it’s complex. Mel’s parents are religious so there seems no option. Sid will do anything for Mel if she wants to keep Little Bang, dropping out of school to work etc but what does Mel actually want and what about Sid’s secret dreams?

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A well balanced exploration of teen relationships and abortion. It starts quite slowly but you need that part for context. It is about Mel and Sid who are 15 and 16 and Mel gets pregnant but this is Northern Ireland in 2018 where abortion is illegal it’s complex. Mel’s parents are religious so there seems no option. Sid will do anything for Mel if she wants to keep Little Bang, dropping out of school to work etc but what does Mel actually want and what about Sid’s secret dreams? Carnegies2025

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Lightfall the dark times vol 3 by Tim Probert

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Lightfall the dark times vol 3 by Tim Probert

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Like the first two in this epic saga we have a fast paced story continuing with Bea, Cad, and the gang plus my fave Soot! The plot may confuse in places but persevere as all will become clear. The images and spreads are truly breathtaking and much of the story is told through the art! With additional themes of creation, the impact of “men” on the environment and each other the plot thickens as they continue on to look for the sun and bring back light to Irpa - bring on the next instalment.

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Like the first two in this epic saga we have a fast paced story continuing with Bea, Cad, and the gang plus my fave Soot! The plot may confuse in places but persevere as all will become clear. The images and spreads are truly breathtaking and much of the story is told through the art!

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Audrey Hepburn an elegant spirit by Sean Hepburn Ferrer

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Audrey Hepburn an elegant spirit by Sean Hepburn Ferrer

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Filled with personal photos this memoir is full of love, admiration and a deep respect for one of Hollywood’s icons written by her son. Through it you get a real sense of who Audrey was behind the cameras - a woman who was full of compassion, wisdom, humour, principles and as Sean says a well of sadness that undoubtedly helped her portray the characters she played on screen. It clearly also drove her work with UNICEF who had helped her as a child! A truly facinating and enlightening read!

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Filled with personal photos this memoir is full of love, admiration and a deep respect for one of Hollywood’s icons written by her son. Through it you get a real sense of who Audrey was behind the cameras - a woman who was full of compassion, wisdom, humour, principles and as Sean says a well of sadness that undoubtedly helped her portray the characters she played on screen. It clearly also drove her work with UNICEF who had helped her as a child! A truly facinating and enlightening read!

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Aggie Morton Mystery Queen The body under the piano by Marthe Jocelyn

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Aggie Morton Mystery Queen The body under the piano by Marthe Jocelyn

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A wonderful whodunnit full of adventure and melodrama. Inspired the real life Agatha Christie, this is a must read for fans to spot the peppered little details of her childhood and her writing with “Hector Perot”. Aggie is a fun narrator with plenty of personality. Aggie and Hector’s observations of the situation around the murder of a most disagreeable character and subsequent deductions are quite amusing. There are some nods to equality and the Suffragettes too in this great cosy crime story!

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A wonderful whodunnit full of adventure and melodrama. Inspired the real life Agatha Christie, this is a must read for fans to spot the peppered little details of her childhood and her writing with “Hector Perot”. Aggie is a fun narrator with plenty of personality. Aggie and Hector’s observations of the situation around the murder of a most disagreeable character and subsequent deductions are quite amusing. There are some nods to equality and the Suffragettes too in this great cosy crime story!

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If you loved The Final Year you are in for a treat with The First Year where Nate’s life continues to throw new curve balls at him. Along with adapting to High School where the rules are much stricter than Primary his wayward Dad reappears in his life and Turner is still an issue. His friends and family will get him through the ups and downs though along with his writing. Read it for brilliant lyrical verse that tells a relatable and real experience of first year. Highly recommend this to all!

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If you loved The Final Year you are in for a treat with The First Year where Nate’s life continues to throw new curve balls at him. Along with adapting to High School where the rules are much stricter than Primary his wayward Dad reappears in his life and Turner is still an issue. His friends and family will get him through the ups and downs though along with his writing. Read it for brilliant lyrical verse that tells a relatable and real experience of first year. Highly recommend this to all!

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A truly remarkable multilayered gritty murder mystery. It is a story that is full of deceptions, twists and turns that keep the reader truly gripped. American student Jane is invited to spend the holidays at the foot of Mount Fuji with classmate Chiyo she jumps at the chance. Little did she know that within a few hours of arriving the head of Chiyo’s family would be dead and Chiyo would confess to stabbing him. The family close rank to protect her but is all as it seems did she really kill him?

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A truly remarkable multilayered gritty murder mystery. It is a story that is full of deceptions, twists and turns that keep the reader truly gripped. American student Jane is invited to spend the holidays at the foot of Mount Fuji with classmate Chiyo she jumps at the chance. Little did she know that within a few hours of arriving the head of Chiyo’s family would be dead and Chiyo would confess to stabbing him. The family close rank to protect her but is all as it seems did she really kill him?

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Space Chasers by Leland Melvin, Joe Caramagna and Alison Acton

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Space Chasers by Leland Melvin, Joe Caramagna and Alison Acton

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This story is about teenagers from all walks of life who get accepted onto a NASA space program that takes them into space to launch an advanced space station. Tia one of the teens is an amazing problem solver but doesn’t get on well at school and skips class to work at her brother’s auto shop. Yet when things go wrong those skills along with the maths and bravery of the others in her team are all they have to survive! A brilliantly immersive, thrilling and uplifting graphic with art to die for

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This story is about teenagers from all walks of life who get accepted onto a NASA space program that takes them into space to launch an advanced space station. Tia one of the teens is an amazing problem solver but doesn’t get on well at school and skips class to work at her brother’s auto shop. Yet when things go wrong those skills along with the maths and bravery of the others in her team are all they have to survive! A brilliantly immersive, thrilling and uplifting graphic with art to die for

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Lightfall (book 2) Shadow of the Bird by Tim Probert 

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The quest continues with stunning illustration and epic adventure. After surviving a battle which nearly cost them their lives Bea and Cad set out to seek a way to stop Kest a dark bird that is hell bent on extinguishing all light from the world. They first seek out a water spirit to guide them but this leaves them with more questions. Cad is his typical gung-ho self and Bea more cautious but steadfast. Fast paced with a multilayered storyline that even has a dragon join the crew - worth a read!

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The quest continues with stunning illustration and epic adventure. After surviving a battle which nearly cost them their lives Bea and Cad set out to seek a way to stop Kest a dark bird that is hell bent on extinguishing all light from the world. They first seek out a water spirit to guide them but this leaves them with more questions. Cad is his typical gung-ho self and Bea more cautious but steadfast. Fast paced with a multilayered storyline that even has a dragon join the crew - worth a read

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This book is truly captivating. It tells a story of change, resilience and loss. Nate’s last year of primary school starts off like every other except his best mate is in the other class and then his little brother gets really ill but through all the darkness he has his words and the amazing Mr Joshua. Written in verse this lyrical story is raw and real and heartbreaking yet uplifting. It is so poignant a truly epic read and well deserving of its short list place on The Carnegie Shortlist!

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This book is truly captivating. It tells a story of change, resilience and loss. Nate’s last year of primary school starts off like every other except his best mate is in the other class and then his little brother gets really ill but through all the darkness he has his words and the amazing Mr Joshua. Written in verse this lyrical story is raw and real and heartbreaking yet uplifting. It is so poignant a truly epic read and well deserving of its short list place on The Carnegie Shortlist!

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The hidden story of Estie Noor by Nadine Aisha Jassat

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The hidden story of Estie Noor by Nadine Aisha Jassat

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Everyone has a story but finding the words to tell it when we have been wronged can be hard. Fiery yet vulnerable Estie, unjustly expelled from school and sent to stay with her auntie in Brunstane and her new friend Idris who loves comics, mysteries and who happens to be diabetic stumble upon a mystery on a trip to the local castle. They find a paper sculpture with a hidden message which leads them on a journey uncovering a crime and the hidden stories of the community. A 5 ⭐️ uplifting mystery!

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Everyone has a story but finding the words to tell it when we have been wronged can be hard. Fiery yet vulnerable Estie, unjustly expelled from school and sent to stay with her auntie in Brunstane and her new friend Idris who loves comics, mysteries and who happens to be diabetic stumble upon a mystery on a trip to the local castle. They find a paper sculpture with a hidden message which leads them on a journey uncovering a crime and the hidden stories of the community. A 5 ⭐️ uplifting mystery!

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Well this book has one of the most striking of intros. It made me laugh and set the tone for this classic locked room mystery. “People who have dogs have all the luck”. Set in Grimacres a country estate owned by the cantankerous Lord Ignatius Gristle, it opens with a change of will and then lo and behold he is bumped off. Everyone in the family has a motive to want him dead and now they are cut off in the snow! This is a delightfully bonkers story full of secrets, quirky characters and detecting.

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Well this book has one of the most striking of intros. It made me laugh and set the tone for this classic locked room mystery. “People who have dogs have all the luck”. Set in Grimacres a country estate owned by the cantankerous Lord Ignatius Gristle, it opens with a change of will and then lo and behold he is bumped off. Everyone in the family has a motive to want him dead and now they are cut off in the snow! This is a delightfully bonkers story full of secrets, quirky characters and detecting

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The dark and dangerous gifts of Delores Mackenzie by Yvonne Banham

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The dark and dangerous gifts of Delores Mackenzie by Yvonne Banham

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This is a paranormal story full of gothic, dark foreboding that is lightened by a cast of quirky characters look out for Bartleby! Dolores is feisty she has always attracted Bocain or ghostly overstayers and of late they have become less friendly so she is sent off to the Uncles to learn to control her gifts. She will have to come to trust those around her who are not exactly friendly to oust one of the best “villains” that I have found in the pages of books recently. Adventure awaits within!

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This is a paranormal story full of gothic, dark foreboding that is lightened by a cast of quirky characters look out for Bartleby! Dolores is feisty she has always attracted Bocain or ghostly overstayers and of late they have become less friendly so she is sent off to the Uncles to learn to control her gifts. She will have to come to trust those around her who are not exactly friendly to oust one of the best “villains” that I have found in the pages of books recently. Adventure awaits within!

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Primer a superhero graphic novel by Jennifer Muro & Thomas Krajewski, art by Gretel Lusky

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Primer a superhero graphic novel by Jennifer Muro & Thomas Krajewski, art by Gretel Lusky

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A colourful splash of a superhero story. Ashley is in the foster system and her dad is behind bars. She has had many failed placements but is offered a new placement with a couple who seem up to scratch. New school, new friend and then she uncovers some paints that turn her from aspiring artist to superhero. You can’t help but like Ashley or Primer in this story that will make you laugh and compel you to read it in one sitting while you absorbing the brilliant art work. A great read.

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A colourful splash of a superhero story. Ashley is in the foster system and her dad is behind bars. She has had many failed placements but is offered a new placement with a couple who seem up to scratch. New school, new friend and then she uncovers some paints that turn her from aspiring artist to superhero. You can’t help but like Ashley or Primer in this story that will make you laugh and compel you to read it in one sitting while you absorbing the brilliant art work. A great read.

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“To the children - the guardians of a better tomorrow.” As with all Hannah’s books this is full of raw emotion, adventure and hope. It follows the plight of turtles in through the eyes of Silver a girl whose parents are negotiating fertility issues. Her dad’s work has brought them to the jungle a place where they will find themselves. Add in a a cast of wonderful animals and people working to conserve nature against all the dangers of poachers and environmental factors it is a compelling read.

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“To the children - the guardians of a better tomorrow.” As with all Hannah’s books this is full of raw emotion, adventure and hope. It follows the plight of turtles in through the eyes of Silver a girl whose parents are negotiating fertility issues. Her dad’s work has brought them to the jungle a place where they will find themselves. Add in a a cast of wonderful animals and people working to conserve nature against all the dangers of poachers and environmental factors it is a compelling read.

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A wonderful new manga series full of adventure and magical world building. In this world humans have destroyed the balance and are left living in rocky deserts as they did not respect the balance of the world. Animals and plants have retreated only witches have the power to understand plants and grow them. Pili is an apprentice witch to Toura. Toura is ill and when Pili goes for help she finds the world beyond her oasis is not so welcoming to witches … can’t wait for volume 2 to be published!!

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A wonderful new manga series full of adventure and magical world building. In this world humans have destroyed the balance and are left living in rocky deserts as they did not respect the balance of the world. Animals and plants have retreated only witches have the power to understand plants and grow them. Pili is an apprentice witch to Toura. Toura is ill and when Pili goes for help she finds the world beyond her oasis is not so welcoming to witches … can’t wait for volume 2 to be published!!

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A delightfully menacing Elizabethan tale with dark foreshadowing throughout. Transported from her tiny Scottish Island to the borders Iseabail is employed by a merchant to be his young daughter’s companion for a year with the promise of being allowed to go home where her bethrothed awaits but all is not as it seems and the world is a dark old place for those who are good and pure of heart. With wonderful characterisation and a chilling plot this is a great read for fans of gothic ghostly tales.

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A delightfully menacing Elizabethan tale with dark foreshadowing throughout. Transported from her tiny Scottish Island to the borders Iseabail is employed by a merchant to be his young daughter’s companion for a year with the promise of being allowed to go home where her bethrothed awaits but all is not as it seems and the world is a dark old place for those who are good and pure of heart. With wonderful characterisation and a chilling plot this is a great read for fans of gothic ghostly tales.

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A masterpiece of a gothic tale. The Lie Tree is a strange, dark and intriguing tale set in the middle of the 19th century with one of the best closing lines that I have read. Faith and her family have left Kent for the small island of Vane as her father a renowned scientist has been invited to supervise a fossil dig. However his reputation is in tatters and their family’s social standing is taking a hit. When her father is found dead and life unravels Faith sets out to solve the mystery and prove it was murder.

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A masterpiece of a gothic tale. The Lie Tree is a strange, dark and intriguing tale set in the middle of the 19th century with one of the best closing lines. Faith and her family have left Kent for the small island of Vane as her father a renowned scientist has been invited to supervise a fossil dig. However his reputation is in tatters and their family’s social standing is taking a hit. When her father is found dead and life unravels Faith sets out to solve the mystery and prove it was murder.

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Set in the 1990s yet timeless this coming of age verse novel following Ferran through high school and is a gem. Camden manages to convey lots of emotion bringing to life a multifaceted character and story in a remarkable way. You need to read it all for full impact! Ferran loves music, comics, Air Jordans and food. We meet him as he starts highschool walking in the footsteps of his genius older brother the story shows his unique story as he finds himself and his tribe. Told simply but expertly.

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Set in the 1990s yet timeless this coming of age verse novel following Ferran through high school and is a gem. Camden manages to convey lots of emotion bringing to life a multifaceted character and story in a remarkable way. You need to read it all for full impact! Ferran loves music, comics, Air Jordans and food. We meet him as he starts highschool walking in the footsteps of his genius older brother the story shows his unique story as he finds himself and his tribe. Told simply but expertly.

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Ditching Saskia by John Moore and illustrated by Neetols 

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Ditching Saskia by John Moore and illustrated by Neetols 

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With not a dull moment this is a must read. Cinematic in its narrative it tells a story of being new, grief and being abandoned and also finding yourself but this isn’t an ordinary story. It involves spirit summoning going wrong and ending up with a nine year old girl instead of your mum who you wanted advice from and you’re now stuck with Saskia! She’s annoying but you come to like her, she pushes you out of your shell. This story is complex, beautifully illustrated, funny and heartwarming 5⭐️s.

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With not a dull moment this is a must read. Cinematic in its narrative it tells a story of being new, grief and being abandoned and also finding yourself but this isn’t an ordinary story. It involves spirit summoning going wrong and ending up with a nine year old girl instead of your mum who you wanted advice from and you’re now stuck with Saskia! She’s annoying but you come to like her, she pushes you out of your shell. This story is complex, beautifully illustrated, funny and heartwarming 5⭐️s.

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As mesmerising as the two books that precede it The Whispering Night grabs your attention from the first page and drags you through in a story of twists and turns. When all is finally going well for Winnie she finds herself in a headlong battle with a powerful Diana and she will need all her wits, courage and the help of those most dear to her to survive! This is a thrilling conclusion to the Luminaries trilogy though the door has been tantilisingly left open for more stories set in this world.

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As mesmerising as the two books that precede it The Whispering Night grabs your attention from the first page and drags you through in a story of twists and turns. When all is finally going well for Winnie she finds herself in a headlong battle with a powerful Diana and she will need all her wits, courage and the help of those most dear to her to survive! This is a thrilling conclusion to the Luminaries trilogy though the door has been tantilisingly left open for more stories set in this world.

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Hollow by Shannon Watters, Branden Boyer-White and Berenice Nelle

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Hollow by Shannon Watters, Branden Boyer-White and Berenice Nelle

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A wonderful reimagining of Sleepy Hollow with artwork to die for. The characters are all really likeable and it has a good mix of comedic, heartfelt and tense moments in what is ultimately a tale of good versus evil. It gives off vibes of Scooby Doo and there is a cute LGBTQ romance sub plot. Colourful and atmospheric watch out for the wonderful Headless Horseman and follow Izzy, Vicky and Croc as they work out how to protect Vicky from an untimely death the fate of some of her forebears.

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A wonderful reimagining of Sleepy Hollow with artwork to die for. The characters are all really likeable and it has a good mix of comedic, heartfelt and tense moments in what is ultimately a tale of good versus evil. It gives off vibes of Scooby Doo and there is a cute LGBTQ romance sub plot. Colourful and atmospheric watch out for the wonderful Headless Horseman and follow Izzy, Vicky and Croc as they work out how to protect Vicky from an untimely death the fate of some of her forebears.

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A quick read that is full of heart, great characters and a relatable plot about the power of friendship and finding courage. Leo has selective mutism a condition where you are scared to talk. When Richa the new girl next door starts talking to him he doesn’t know what to do “because how can you be friends with someone who doesn’t talk” but he has always wanted a friend so maybe it might happen. When he learns her secret he realises he can help her too and it might mean they become proper friends.

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A quick read that is full of heart, great characters and a relatable plot about the power of friendship and finding courage. Leo has selective mutism a condition where you are scared to talk. When Richa the new girl next door starts talking to him he doesn’t know what to do “because how can you be friends with someone who doesn’t talk” but he has always wanted a friend so maybe it might happen. When he learns her secret he realises he can help her too and it might mean they become proper friends

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A fascinating first hand account of a year spent in Myanmar around 2007. Through vignettes Guy opens a door on everyday life, culture and the unique challenges faced by its citizens and NGO workers. It offers a warm and humourous perspective. The pictures tell a story that words themselves could not alone convey. If you want to gain insight into a politically volatile country this is a worth reading equally worth reading if you enjoy travelling by book from the safety of your armchair.

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A fascinating first hand account of a year spent in Myanmar around 2007. Through vignettes Guy opens a door on everyday life, culture and the unique challenges faced by its citizens and NGO workers. It offers a warm and humourous perspective. The pictures tell a story that words themselves could not alone convey. If you want to gain insight into a politically volatile country this is a worth reading equally worth reading if you enjoy travelling by book from the safety of your armchair.

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The nine night mystery by Sharna Jackson

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The nine night mystery by Sharna Jackson

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Fast paced with twists and turns and full of great exchanges from a great cast of characters. It starts with Wes, Josie and Margot throwing a surprise birthday party for their mum’s friend Rachel - the party is cut short and the next day Wes finds her dead and so begins their investigation into her death where everyone is a suspect. This is all against the backdrop of a Caribbean Nine Night celebration to help guide Rachel’s soul to the next world! A perfect mystery that will keep you guessing.

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Fast paced with twists and turns and full of great exchanges from a great cast of characters. It starts with Wes, Josie and Margot throwing a surprise birthday party for their mum's friend Rachel - the party is cut short and the next day Wes finds her dead and so begins their investigation into her death where everyone is a suspect.

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A real page turner of a murder mystery. I loved the unreliable narrator Gracie who has experienced a trauma back in London and her dad has moved her to a quiet village in Devon to start anew. However instead of leaving death behind as intended she is set on a course to prove that local accidental deaths may actually be murder and who the murderer is! The story follows her scientific investigation and you can examine her notes including Venn diagrams, will you solve it before she does?

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A real page turner of a murder mystery. I loved the unreliable narrator Gracie who has experienced a trauma back in London and her dad has moved her to a quiet village in Devon to start anew. However instead of leaving death behind as intended she is set on a course to prove that local accidental deaths may actually be murder and who the murderer is! The story follows her scientific investigation and you can examine her notes including Venn diagrams, will you solve it before she does?

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With illustrations and a colour palate that is reminiscent of tapestries of old this graphic novel reimagines aspects of Arthurian legend with lots of familiar plots for the fans. However in this story we see Morgan Le Fay’s life after Arthur’s death and meet her granddaughter Young Hag who has only heard stories of the old ways and thinks them made up but then she sees evidence of real magic and has to rethink. A great adventure yarn of knights, bards, witches & ordinary souls. Read it to see.

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With illustrations and a colour palate that is reminiscent of tapestries of old this graphic novel reimagines aspects of Arthurian legend with lots of familiar plots for the fans. However in this story we see Morgan Le Fay’s life after Arthur’s death and meet her granddaughter Young Hag who has only heard stories of the old ways and thinks them made up but then she sees evidence of real magic and has to rethink. A great adventure yarn of knights, bards, witches & ordinary souls. Read it to see.

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A witch’s guide to burning by Aminder Dhaliwal

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A witch’s guide to burning by Aminder Dhaliwal

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A perfect witchy story. This is at its essence about finding yourself and friendship. It starts with a girl tied to a burnt stake in a field of camomile flowers she is teetering on the edge but this is her beginning not her end thanks to a wonderful smorgasbord of a characters who enter. You will go on an almost comical healing journey with them. With a really good fantasy story arc Aminder’s clever use of illustrations and typography make for a really interesting and captivating read.

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A perfect witchy story. This is at its essence about finding yourself and friendship. It starts with a girl tied to a burnt stake in a field of camomile flowers she is teetering on the edge but this is her beginning not her end thanks to a wonderful smorgasbord of a characters who enter.

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Grimalkin has just the right balance of disdain, mischief, arrogance and loyalty for a cat and his Victorian observations and commentary of the changing domestic scenes through the 20th century to today are both funny and charming. Anyone who loves the eccentricity of people and social history will love this cat’s eye view as Grimalkin who dies in 1902 with all but one of his nine lives in tact is given the chance to live them out through haunting across 8 dates spanning 120 years to 2022.

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Grimalkin has just the right balance of disdain, mischief, arrogance and loyalty for a cat and his Victorian observations and commentary of the changing domestic scenes through the 20th century to today are both funny and charming. Anyone who loves the eccentricity of people and social history will love this cat’s eye view as Grimalkin who dies in 1902 with all but one of his nine lives in tact is given the chance to live them out through haunting across 8 dates spanning 120 years to 2022.

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This is a great addition to the canon of superhero comics. Think My hero academia and cross with The secret life of pets. An aging hero is in need of a sidekick. He has been neglecting his pets and so hasn’t noticed that they want to spend more time with him. They set out to compete for the role. Lots of classic good vs evil it has punchy, funny dialogue and illustrations full of really interesting details. I loved Manny, Roscoe, Fluffy and Shifty and particularly enjoyed the hippo scene.

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This is a great addition to the canon of superhero comics. Think My hero academia and cross with The secret life of pets. An aging hero is in need of a sidekick. He has been neglecting his pets and so hasn’t noticed that they want to spend more time with him. They set out to compete for the role. Lots of classic good vs evil it has punchy, funny dialogue and illustrations full of really interesting details. I loved Manny, Roscoe, Fluffy and Shifty and particularly enjoyed the hippo scene.

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I was aware of the Wilhelm Gustoff but it is a story largely lost to the annals of World War 2 and a story that should be told and is told expertly in this compelling multiple POV historical novel of hardship and survival against the odds of young refugees in 1945. In the words of the author “history divided us but through reading we can be united in story, study and remembrance”. This poignant tale will open your eyes and do just that with relatable yet complex characters that will draw you in!

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I was aware of the Wilhelm Gustoff but it is a story largely lost to the annals of World War 2 and a story that should be told and is told expertly in this compelling multiple POV historical novel of hardship and survival against the odds of young refugees in 1945. In the words of the author “history divided us but through reading we can be united in story, study and remembrance”. This poignant tale will open your eyes and do just that with relatable yet complex characters that will draw you in!

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Tosh’s island by Linda Sargent, Joe Brady and Leo Marcell

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Tosh’s island by Linda Sargent, Joe Brady and Leo Marcell

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This book resonated with me on a personal level and is a wonderful story based on the real life experiences of Linda. Tosh is an outgoing, imaginative and active girl who finds her life altered after a fall for she has a secret her whole body hurts and no one can tell her why. Even doing simple things becomes too much. A truly moving graphic novel of hope. friendship and the healing power of stories. As stories can to help us escape and find inner strength to endure pain and life’s difficulties.

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This book resonated with me on a personal level and is a wonderful story based on the real life experiences of Linda. Tosh is an outgoing, imaginative and active girl who finds her life altered after a fall for she has a secret her whole body hurts and no one can tell her why. Even doing simple things becomes too much. A truly moving graphic novel of hope. friendship and the healing power of stories. As stories can to help us escape and find inner strength to endure pain and life’s difficulties.

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This is everything you want from a dystopian tale. We (teens) are in an epidemic of unhappiness. What if there was a program to solve this - HappyHead! Seb has been selected along with others to take part in this experimental program which puts them in the trusted hands of adults they don’t know in a remote facility in Scotland. Strange from the start as the book unfolds and events progress it becomes clear not all is right. Compelling with brilliant characters this book demands to be read!

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This is everything you want from a dystopian tale. We (teens) are in an epidemic of unhappiness. What if there was a program to solve this - HappyHead! Seb has been selected along with others to take part in this experimental program which puts them in the trusted hands of adults they don’t know in a remote facility in Scotland. Strange from the start as the book unfolds and events progress it becomes clear not all is right. Compelling with brilliant characters this book demands to be read!

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One year at Ellsmere by Faith Erin Hicks 

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A classic private school scholarship story with a mean girl queen bee who is not happy to see the new “project” girl challenge her world. Jun the new girl however is paired with sweet Cassie and their friendship is great as they bring the best out in each other. It has Mallory Towers vibes and there is myth and mystery surrounding the woods. A black and white cinematic read with really detailed illustrations that you can lose yourself in as you absorb the story. A real feel good graphic!

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A classic private school scholarship story with a mean girl queen bee who is not happy to see the new “project” girl challenge her world. Jun the new girl however is paired with sweet Cassie and their friendship is great as they bring the best out in each other. It has Mallory Towers vibes and there is myth and mystery surrounding the woods. A black and white cinematic read with really detailed illustrations that you can lose yourself in as you absorb the story. A real feel good graphic!

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The thing with feathers by McCall Hoyle 

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A truly relatable school based YA that will have you fall in love with the narrator Emilie who is quirky, intelligent and full of teenage doubt. For years she’s been home schooled but her seizures are under more control so her mum enrolls her into public school for “at least” a trial period. She isn’t impressed but soon she make friends and a love interest but there is one problem she hasn’t told anyone about her epilepsy. Will this new life come crashing down around her? Worth a listen/ read!

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A truly relatable school based YA that will have you fall in love with the narrator Emilie who is quirky, intelligent and full of teenage doubt. For years she’s been home schooled but her seizures are under more control so her mum enrolls her into public school for “at least” a trial period. She isn’t impressed but soon she make friends and a love interest but there is one problem she hasn’t told anyone about her epilepsy. Will this new life come crashing down around her? Worth a listen/ read!

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Sabba in this beautifully drawn graphic memoir reflects on her life growing up as British Pakistani and the roles that everyone plays in life. Through wonderful vignettes she explores identity, belonging and memory for herself and her family against the background of the history of Partition and migration. Each chapter even has a song which sets a mood, places it in time. Truly a moving, poignant and fascinating read that will make you think and open your eyes to the experience of others. 5 ⭐️s

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Sabba in this beautifully drawn graphic memoir reflects on her life growing up as British Pakistani and the roles that everyone plays in life. Through wonderful vignettes she explores identity, belonging and memory for herself and her family against the background of the history of Partition and migration. Each chapter even has a song which sets a mood, places it in time. Truly a moving, poignant and fascinating read that will make you think and open your eyes to the experience of others. 5 ⭐️s

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A fascinating read for anyone who wants to explore in micro detail the world around them. Beautifully laid out with wonderful illustrations this book will help you look at the world in a completely new way through observing mini beasts to seeds to guano. Who knew centipedes will bite but millipedes won’t as they are vegetarian? It is informative, accessible, humourous and is for all ages whether you are 8 or 108. You’ll definitely learn something new even if you know a lot about wildlife!

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A fascinating read for anyone who wants to explore in micro detail the world around them. Beautifully laid out with wonderful illustrations this book will help you look at the world in a completely new way through observing mini beasts to seeds to guano. Who knew centipedes will bite but millipedes won’t as they are vegetarian? It is informative, accessible, humourous and is for all ages whether you are 8 or 108. You’ll definitely learn something new even if you know a lot about wildlife!

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A wonderful small town romance that comes to life on the page. It is full rich story lines of enemies to lovers, family dynamics, friendship and survival in a neurotypical world. At the centre is Jasper the perfect “princess” helpful, sweet, creative - her mask to navigate the world she doesn’t always understand. She is back from uni for the holidays with a list to complete before she “has” to leave her home for good but falling in love is not on it. A cosy read with a funny strong female lead.

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A wonderful small town romance that comes to life on the page. It is full rich story lines of enemies to lovers, family dynamics, friendship and survival in a neurotypical world. At the centre is Jasper the perfect “princess” helpful, sweet, creative - her mask to navigate the world she doesn’t always understand. She is back from uni for the holidays with a list to complete before she “has” to leave her home for good but falling in love is not on it. A cosy read with a funny strong female lead.

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Part one of a spellbinding saga of fate and having a second chance to walk a different path to try and escape a prophecy that leads ultimately to death and all because of love and interfering goddesses. From the beautiful front cover to the fairytale esque plot, this full colour illustrated story captures the reader and with all its twists and turns. The illustrations are captivating and the characters are interesting I particularly liked our protagonist Aristia by the end of this volume.

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Part one of a spellbinding saga of fate and having a second chance to walk a different path to try and escape a prophecy that leads ultimately to death and all because of love and interfering goddesses. From the beautiful front cover to the fairytale esque plot, this full colour illustrated story captures the reader and with all its twists and turns. The illustrations are captivating and the characters are interesting I particularly liked our protagonist Aristia by the end of this volume.

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Available as an audiobook (ePlatform) read by the author himself this memoir is both moving as well as strangely humourous given the context. It is about his journey with brain cancer and his incredible wish through the Starlight Foundation to speak with then head of the USSR Mikhail Gorbachev about nuclear disarmament and that big one World Peace that we all pray for. A wish he made initially to try and get closer to his dad. Insightful and uplifting this is an excellent empathy listen/ read for anyone.

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Available as an audiobook read by the author himself this memoir is both moving as well as strangely humourous given the context. It is about his journey with brain cancer and his incredible wish through the Starlight Foundation to speak with then head of the USSR Mikhail Gorbachev about nuclear disarmament and that big one World Peace that we all pray for. A wish he made initially to try and get closer to his dad. Insightful and uplifting this is an excellent empathy listen/ read for anyone.

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This is the start of what promises to be an atmospheric manga series! When Minato and Akira Lee move to a new town they expect it to be different but this new town is decidedly different and in a strange way as they start to notice ghostly shadows that the locals seem not to react to. Akira with some new friends decides to investigate and pulls Minato into the club as well. It has great characters and plot so far, if you like a sci fi ghostly stranger things type story give this a go!

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This is the start of what promises to be an atmospheric manga series! When Minato and Akira Lee move to a new town they expect it to be different but this new town is decidedly different and in a strange way as they start to notice ghostly shadows that the locals seem not to react to.

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Cloudspotting for beginners by Gavin Pretor-Pinney and William Grill

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Cloudspotting for beginners by Gavin Pretor-Pinney and William Grill

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Written in a conversational tone this beautifully fully illustrated book takes you on a journey through the world of clouds. Be prepared to be introduced to each type from the common to the special ones and learn all about their individual personalities plus explore the history of cloud spotting and how clouds are made. Well laid out with compelling informative text you won’t want to put this one down it even takes you into space. Will you spot a cloud being born today? Perfect start to NonfictionNovember

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Written in a conversational tone this beautifully fully illustrated book takes you on a journey through the world of clouds. Be prepared to be introduced to each type from the common to the special ones and learn all about their individual personalities plus explore the history of cloud spotting and how clouds are made.

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Pearl by Sherri L Smith and artist Christine Norrie

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Pearl by Sherri L Smith and artist Christine Norrie

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Our identity is formed by the sum of our experiences and those of our forebears ever changing. This is a beautifully told graphic novel of survival, bravery and pivoting circumstances in stunning blue tones. Spanning the time before and after Pearl Harbour it tells Amy’s story a Japanese American who travels to Japan in 1941 to see family leaving her mum, dad and baby brother behind. Then war breaks out and Amy finds herself torn as she is recruited into the war effort against America her home.

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Our identity is formed by the sum of our experiences and those of our forebears ever changing. This is a beautifully told graphic novel of survival, bravery and pivoting circumstances in stunning blue tones. Spanning the time before and after Pearl Harbour it tells Amy’s story a Japanese American who travels to Japan in 1941 to see family leaving her mum, dad and baby brother behind. Then war breaks out and Amy finds herself torn as she is recruited into the war effort against America her home.

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The Bletchley Riddle by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin

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The Bletchley Riddle by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin

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This historical novel is full of mystery and great characters - a brilliant read. It even has puzzles at the end to go back and solve yourself if you fancy a challenge! Set at Bletchley Park the top secret code breaking centre in 1940 during WW2 it follows two siblings Jakob a mathematician and code breaker and his sister Lizzie who is determined to unravel the mystery of what happened to their mother who was last seen in Poland just before the Nazi invasion. Perhaps not all is as it seems.

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This historical novel is full of mystery and great characters - a brilliant read. It even has puzzles at the end to go back and solve yourself if you fancy a challenge! Set at Bletchley Park the top secret code breaking centre in 1940 during WW2 it follows two siblings Jakob a mathematician and code breaker and his sister Lizzie who is determined to unravel the mystery of what happened to their mother who was last seen in Poland just before the Nazi invasion. Perhaps not all is as it seems.

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Full of the most wonderful macabre descriptions that will make your blood run cold this is a wonderfully gothic read about a school you definitely would not want to attend. “The worst school in the world” with teachers to dread. Rosella has become a pupil since her mother took ill and is encountering strange things but is alone in this. She will have to be brave to unravel the mystery of Black Gables. A perfect spooky season read with atmosphere, great characters and a spine tingling plot.

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Full of the most wonderful macabre descriptions that will make your blood run cold this is a wonderfully gothic read about a school you definitely would not want to attend. “The worst school in the world” with teachers to dread. Rosella has become a pupil since her mother took ill and is encountering strange things but is alone in this. She will have to be brave to unravel the mystery of Black Gables. A perfect spooky season read with atmosphere, great characters and a spine tingling plot.

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This is real, this is tough but there’s hope and there’s help out there if you ever find yourself in a similar situation to Erik. This powerful story follows Erik who has lost his dad and his world has fallen apart. He gets drawn into a world of drug dealing and violence - he crosses the line. Easy money at first but it leads to his twin sisters lives being threatened - can he save them and cross back? A seemingly impossible situation to get stuck in and a brilliant gut punching emotional read!

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This is real, this is tough but there’s hope and there’s help out there if you ever find yourself in a similar situation to Erik. This powerful story follows Erik who has lost his dad and his world has fallen apart. He gets drawn into a world of drug dealing and violence - he crosses the line. Easy money at first but it leads to his twin sisters lives being threatened - can he save them and cross back? A seemingly impossible situation to get stuck in and a brilliant gut punching emotional read!

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Lightfall The girl and the Galdurian by Tim Probert

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Lightfall The girl and the Galdurian by Tim Probert

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Stunning is the word that comes to mind with this heartwarming adventurous immersive graphic novel. Set in the land of Irpa while out foraging for ingredients for a potion Bea falls into the arms of Cad a Galdurian (a race thought dead). Cad is looking for her Gramps so they go home but he is gone leaving a strange note and so begins a quest to find him and of course the world is in peril. Cad is all gung ho, Bea has deep set anxiety together they make a wonderful unlikely pair. A great read!

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Stunning is the word that comes to mind with this heartwarming adventurous immersive graphic novel. Set in the land of Irpa while out foraging for ingredients for a potion Bea falls into the arms of Cad a Galdurian (a race thought dead). Cad is looking for her Gramps so they go home but he is gone leaving a strange note and so begins a quest to find him and of course the world is in peril. Cad is all gung ho, Bea has deep set anxiety together they make a wonderful unlikely pair. A great read!

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We come apart by Sarah Crossan and Brian Conaghan

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We come apart by Sarah Crossan and Brian Conaghan

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This is a story of survival through circumstances we can’t control, a story of friends, of love. This a story that features prejudice, racism, domestic abuse and yet this is a beautiful story of hope in tough times. Nicu and Jess have really strong voices and the story is told in verse through a dual POV. Nicu is new to London his parents have come here to earn money so they can pay for a wife for him, Jess is in and out of trouble for stealing. They meet doing community service and slowly connect.

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This is a story of survival through circumstances we can’t control, a story of friends, of love. This a story that features prejudice, racism, domestic abuse and yet this is a beautiful story of hope in tough times. Nicu and Jess have really strong voices and the story is told in a dual POV in verse. Nicu is new to London his parents have come here to earn money so they can pay for a wife for him, Jess is in and out of trouble for stealing. They meet doing community service and slowly connect.

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Want a cat but you can’t have one full time? Well you can rent a blanket cat for three days. They must have their blanket with them, you must not vary their diet but they know how to adapt to you and be the perfect companion. Follow 7 blanket cats and the humans they stay with on different assignments. Easy to dip in and out of these stories cover lots of real life themes my favourite story was The cat who went on a journey as it was told from the perspective of the cat an American Shorthair.

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Want a cat but you can’t have one full time? Well you can rent a blanket cat for three days. They must have their blanket with, you must not vary their diet but they know how to adapt to you and be the perfect companion. Follow 7 blanket cats and the humans they stay with on different assignments. Easy to dip in and out of these stories cover lots of real life themes my favourite story was The cat who went on a journey as it was told from the perspective of the cat an American short hair.

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Adia Kelbara and the Circle of Shamans by Isi Hendrix

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Adia Kelbara and the Circle of Shamans by Isi Hendrix

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Fans of fantasy and adventure will love this book. It is full of foreshadowing, destiny, gods and goddesses, shamans, demons, a 500 year old warrior girl and all those good things that make for a thoroughly enjoyable romp. Adia our protagonist is more than she thinks she is, join her as she joins up with Gini, Thyme and others to essentially save the world. A classic quest story which is peppered with humour and wonderful world building, characters and folklore to say too much will spoil it so read it!

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Fans of fantasy and adventure will love this book. It is full of foreshadowing, destiny, gods and goddesses, shamans, demons, a 500 year old warrior girl and all those good things that make for a thoroughly enjoyable romp. Adia our protagonist is more than she thinks she is, join her as she joins up with Gini, Thyme and others to essentially save the world. A classic quest story which is peppered with humour and wonderful world building and characters to say too much will spoil it so read it!

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Selah is not a character I will forget in a hurry. She is different and funny, she has rules so she can appear “normal” but masking her feelings is overwhelming at times. This heartfelt, insightful verse novel full of dragons, poems and school life is essentially Selah’s mission to find balance between fitting in, finding acceptance and being true to herself. After a slowish start the story builds and is an engaging coming of age story with autism at its centre that we can all relate to.

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Selah is not a character I will forget in a hurry. She is different and funny, she has rules so she can appear “normal” but masking her feelings is overwhelming at times. This heartfelt, insightful verse novel full of dragons, poems and school life is essentially Selah’s mission to find balance between fitting in, finding acceptance and being true to herself. After a slowish start the story builds and is an engaging coming of age story with autism at its centre that we can all relate to.

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A remarkable beautiful story. Told through the shaking yet powerful lens of an unreliable narrator it explores coming to terms with grief and life after the loss of a friend. Eric a talented young filmmaker has lost his best friend who he had planned to go to uni with. He is now taking a year out instead to adjust. We as the reader are not sure what is real and what is not just like Eric who to cope is living in his head a lot. A very readable tale with all the feels and plenty surprises too.

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A remarkable beautiful story. Told through the shaking yet powerful lens of an unreliable narrator it explores coming to terms with grief and life after the loss of a friend. Eric a talented young filmmaker has lost his best friend who he had planned to go to uni with. He is now taking a year out instead to adjust. We as the reader are not sure what is real and what is not just like Eric who to cope is living in his head a lot. A very readable tale with all the feels and plenty surprises too.

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The Battle for Pumpkin King story by Shaun McLaughlin and D. J. Milky written by Dan Conner and illustrations by Deborah Allo and Roberto Scalia with the original characters by Tim Burton

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The Battle for Pumpkin King story by Shaun McLaughlin and D. J. Milky written by Dan Conner and illustrations by Deborah Allo and Roberto Scalia with the original characters by Tim Burton

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A fast paced atmospheric graphic origin story. Did you know that Oogie and Jack were once close friends? I didn’t! They once liked to compete against each other for fun but who won didn’t matter! Then the old Pumpkin King was stepping down and Oogie and Jack are nominated to be his successor but with outside manipulation their friendship falls apart but you’ll need to read it to see how they became bitter rivals. Great illustrations with wonderful characterisation and storytelling - worth a read.

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A fast paced atmospheric graphic origin story. Did you know that Oogie and Jack were once close friends? I didn’t! They once liked to compete against each other for fun but who won didn’t matter! Then the old Pumpkin King was stepping down and Oogie and Jack are nominated to be his successor but with outside manipulation their friendship falls apart but you’ll need to read it to see how they became bitter rivals. Great illustrations with wonderful characterisation and storytelling - worth a read

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The Kamogawa Food Detectives by Hisashi Kashiwai

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The Kamogawa Food Detectives by Hisashi Kashiwai

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If you love food and mysteries this is for you. If you can find the Kawogawa Diner from its small advertisement in Gourmet Monthly then you have overcome the first hurdle of enlisting the help of the Kamogawa Food Detectives who search for that long lost memory of a dish and recreate it for you. There are 6 dishes and 6 people wanting to re- live a taste for very different reasons. Explore Japanese cuisine, heartfelt human stories and the meaning of food in this enchanting hug of a book.

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If you love food and mysteries this is for you. If you can find the Kawogawa Diner from its small advertisement in Gourmet Monthly then you have overcome the first hurdle of enlisting the help of the Kamogawa Food Detectives who search for that long lost memory of a dish and recreate it for you. There are 6 dishes and 6 people wanting to re- live a taste for very different reasons. Explore Japanese cuisine, heartfelt human stories and the meaning of food in this enchanting hug of a book.

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Where the heart should be by Sarah Crossan 

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Where the heart should be by Sarah Crossan 

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A story of famine, a story of loss, a story of injustice and a story of love. This verse novel is set in 1846 in Ireland during the famine - a dark blot on history. It is a story of an Irish girl serving at the big house to support her family and a sensitive caring English boy who is set to inherit the land from his money driven uncle and the start of their improbable love story set against a desperate time. An insightful historical story that will keep you hooked throughout with hope and fear.

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A story of famine, a story of loss, a story of injustice and a story of love. This verse novel is set in 1846 in Ireland during the famine - a dark blot on history. It is a story of an Irish girl serving at the big house to support her family and a sensitive caring English boy who is set to inherit the land from his money driven uncle and the start of their improbable love story set against a desperate time. An insightful historical story that will keep you hooked throughout with hope and fear.