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A thrilling, unputdownable debut, with extraordinary twists and incredible action, from an incredible new voice in children’s fiction • I can steal time • The most I can take at the moment is fifteen seconds, which is not a lot. Grandmother took almost three minutes once and she told me she’s done more, but I never saw it • She says there are stories of someone who can take all the time in the world, but how can that be right? • When Alex and his father are forced to flee their home to escape a brutal government, they begin a life-threatening journey across Europe. But when they are separated before they can reach Britain, Alex finds himself alone, with only his extraordinary gift to keep him alive • Perfect for fans of Alex Rider, Artemis Fowl, and Inception, Running out of Time is an ingenious, high-concept thriller with a twist that you won’t believe

The sequel to The Bigwoof Conspiracy takes us back to Sticky Pines, a small US town where weird things happen • Milo, loyal to his double-crossing, business-mogul father, has taken a trip to Black Hole Lake, leaving Lucy to continue her search into alien life and the Truth that she knows is out there. Milo’s discovery of a sinister, dark creature in the Lake will put them both in terrible danger and also – if they survive their adventure – make them friends again • Perfect for younger siblings of Stranger Things’ fans, The Thing at Black Hole Lake is laugh-out-loud, hair-raising sci-fi that will raise more questions about extraterrestrial life on earth than it answers…

Friendship, animals and secret royal adventures! With over one million Rescue Princesses titles sold, this action-packed series is the perfect combination of good friends, beautiful dresses, ninja moves and baby animals! • Princess Summer loves having her friends to stay – her Kingdom has lots of amazing animals in it and they are having a great time exploring. But it’s the baby koala that really captures their hearts. So when it gets into danger, they know they’re in for another Rescue Princesses adventure! • From Paula Harrison, author of the Kitty and the Moonlight Rescue series. With short chapters and beautifully illustrated throughout, the Rescue Princesses series is perfect for readers aged seven and up

Zoe loves living at her uncle’s rescue zoo because there is always something exciting going on. And Zoe has an amazing secret… She can actually TALK to the animals! • Zoe is delighted that Lottie the baby llama has come to live at the rescue zoo! She’ll be the star of the winter show, but can Zoe help Lottie find some llama friends?

A lyrical and inspirational picture book about protecting nature from plastic pollution • When a young child forges a special connection with a seal on a trip to the seaside, their imagination takes them on an unforgettable journey. Through their eyes, we have a chance to explore everything the amazing beach and wide, wide sea has to offer . . . until suddenly a violent storm blows in. The next morning the beach is ugly . . . and covered in litter. Whose fault is it? And who can fix it? Together, the child, their grandmother, and the rest of the community clean the beach, and the child makes a promise to the seal that things will change for the better • Written by author and wild-swimmer Anna Wilson and illustrated by Waterstones Children’s Book Prize winner Jenny Lovlie, this is the perfect story to share with children from 3+ who love the seaside

On a faraway planet, cute alien animals need help! Luckily, Charlie and her robot friend, Random, are ready for any rescue adventure… • Charlie is on a special trip to see the migration of the firecats, the fastest animals on planet Vela! But when rustlers start kidnapping the cats, the herd stampede, and a sparkly little firekitten is left behind. Charlie and Random must come up with a plan to stop the rustlers and reunite the baby firecat with its family before it’s too late… • Fans of Zoe’s Rescue Zoo and Holly Webb will love Cosmic Creatures! Beautifully illustrated throughout by Sophy Williams, Cosmic Creatures is perfect for animal-mad readers aged 5+

Zoe loves living at her uncle’s rescue zoo because there’s always something exciting going on. And Zoe also has an amazing secret… She can actually TALK to the animals! • Something very exciting has happened at the Rescue Zoo – a giraffe has just been born! Jamie the baby giraffe’s wobbly walk on his long legs makes everyone laugh, and he just loves to play tricks! But his tricks can cause trouble, and with the Best Zoo Competition coming up, can Zoe help Jamie behave AND have fun?

Zoe loves living at her uncle’s rescue zoo because there is always something exciting going on. And Zoe has an amazing secret… She can actually TALK to the animals! • Bouncer the baby kangaroo is new to the rescue zoo, and she’s interested in everything and everyone! But will the little joey’s curiosity get her into big trouble…?

The fourth in a series of perfect pony books full of action and adventure! • Georgia and her beautiful palomino pony, Lily, are hoping to make it to the Horse of the Year Show. It’s a big dream and it’ll take a lot of work from both of them. Georgia isn’t sure she’s good enough and it’s affecting how she rides. How she feels about everything, in fact. It’s almost as if Georgia has forgotten why she loves riding. Can Lily help her remember that it’s not just about competing and winning trophies, but about the joy of running free…?

The fourth in the Snow Sisters series. Three brave sisters must race to discover their magical powers and save their home and their parents from the evil Shadow Witch! Luckily, they have a brave polar bear cub and a cast of cute snowy animals to help them… • It’s the Day of the Midnight Sun and the evil Shadow Witch is ready to use all her power to steal the magic of the Everchanging Lights and turn the skies dark forever… • In their final quest, the Snow Sisters must be braver and stronger than they ever imagined. How will they reach Silfur Falls and return the Everchanging Lights to the sky before the clock strikes midnight? • Beautifully illustrated throughout by Monique Dong, this magical action-adventure with real heart is perfect for fans of Frozen

The second in the Snow Sisters series. Three brave sisters must race to discover their magical powers and save their home and their parents from the evil Shadow Witch! Luckily, they have a brave polar bear cub and a cast of cute snowy animals to help them… • The evil Shadow Witch will do anything to stop the Snow Sisters from reaching the Everchanging Lights before her… • On their second quest, the girls face a dark, icy journey to find the crystal rose and the blue Everchanging Light. Will their magic be strong enough to overcome the Great Glacier and all the dangers hidden there? • Beautifully illustrated throughout by Monique Dong, this magical action-adventure with real heart is perfect for fans of Frozen. The Snow Sisters series will have 7+ readers hooked till the final page

The first in the Snow Sisters series. Three brave sisters must race to discover their magical powers and save their home and their parents from the evil Shadow Witch! Luckily, they have a brave polar bear cub and a cast of cute snowy animals to help them… • The evil Shadow Witch wants to steal the Everchanging Lights right out of the sky! The Snow Sisters will need all their magic to stop her turning their world dark forever… • In their first adventure, the girls sneak away from their castle for a night-time quest through the frozen forest. Can they find the pink Everchanging Light before the Shadow Witch snatches it for herself? • Beautifully illustrated throughout by Monique Dong, this magical action-adventure with real heart is perfect for fans of Frozen