Recommended Reads
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Little Pip’s Bush Adventure
A perfect read-aloud picture book full of warmth and appeal.
Imaginative and lyrical, Pip’s Adventure captures the magic of friendship and shows that a heart filled with courage and kindness can save all her bush friends threatened by bushfire. As she leads them out of danger, she shows the true meaning of kindness and courage.
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Major Elephant Andrew
Throw away your children’s plastic toys and electronic gadgets and become entranced with Francesca Bantock’s unusual story about the adventures of Major Elephant Andrew and his very important and necessary friend S’Nu ff, as they find themselves falling, climbing, sliding and tumbling over portly wooden pigs, white felt donkeys, black velvet cats, hands and arms of children, old grannies and smoky-smelling gentlemen.
You never know what to expect in anything written by poet, artist and author Francesca.
But your imagination will be in a whirl of delight and laughter.£9.99 -
Alex / Heraclius
From the royal palaces and fortified walls of medieval Constantinople to the distant banks of the Northern Danube beyond the Balkans, and 2,000 miles northwest to the landscapes of East Norfolk, England, this story follows the intertwined lives of two families. One belongs to the royal lineage of ancient Constantinople, while the other, in mid-twentieth-century England, lives in the dazzling era of the machine age.
In the latter, Alex and his brother Henry experience the world as wealthy yet rugged peasants, surrounded by the marvels of modern technology – cars, motorbikes, telephones, tanks, radios, record players, trains, and jets. Their lives are observed from afar by Heraclius and his brother Philip, who see a world of peaceful apple, pear, and corn harvesting. Meanwhile, Alex and Henry look upon the past as an age of rigorous Greek science, mathematics, and the brilliant, can-do spirit of Roman-Greek engineering and warfare. One world has emerged from years of brutal war and survival; the other seems destined to endure such struggles every decade. Their realities shape them in different ways – Alex rides, works, dances with girls, and goes to school, while Heraclius devotes himself to military training, strategy, and nocturnal rituals of light.
In Alex’s world, a family legend speaks of a long-lost prince from the East whose bloodline merged with their own. At the same time, Heraclius' twin brother receives a mysterious visitor in his dreams – one who speaks to Alex across the centuries. As Alex becomes increasingly preoccupied with these visions, his family first regards it with humour, but their amusement soon turns to concern, as his distraction grows ever more noticeable to his friends, family, and especially his parents.
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Histology of Domestic Animals, Chicken and Fish
Unlock the fascinating world of histology with this beautifully illustrated guide, designed for effortless self-learning. Each diagram is crafted with precision to simplify complex concepts, making it ideal for new students who wish to master histology without the need for a teacher.
This comprehensive volume features new chapters on receptors, genetics, and the histology of chickens and fish. Begin your journey with insights from Nobel Prize winners in the fields of histology and cellular biology, providing a solid foundation for your studies.
The book boasts a wealth of original photomicrographs, supplemented with carefully sourced images to ensure accuracy and clarity. By seamlessly connecting histology with other fundamental sciences, this book offers a holistic understanding of the subject.
Immerse yourself in the rich, visual storytelling of histology, making your learning experience both educational and enjoyable.
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The Wise Traveller
“A journey of wisdom beyond kingdoms and time”
As King David’s reign nears its end, his eldest son, Joseph, is destined to inherit the throne, while his younger brother, Raymond, devotes himself to understanding the villagers—walking among them, listening to their struggles and hopes, and earning their trust.
When a black raven appears before the king, he takes it as an omen of death and decides to divide his kingdom between his two sons. Aware that such a decision may cause conflict, Raymond—though wiser and more suited to rule—humbly asks that Joseph reign alone.
Following King David’s passing, a vivid dream inspires Raymond to leave the palace behind and embark on a journey of enlightenment. Guided by compassion, courage, and reason, he dedicates his life to the poor and powerless, mediating disputes and teaching through example. In doing so, he discovers that true leadership lies not in power, but in empathy and understanding.
The Wise Traveller is a timeless fable about virtue, humility, and the transformative power of wisdom.
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We Lost Ben, Let's Find Him Together
Who is Ben? Well, that’s it. That’s my blurb.
Children, parents or carers are going to have to read this short but rather engaging book to know what Ben is into today. Ah ah! Yes, it is a surprise. The only clue I will give you is that Ben has to make choices to be ready for the day. Convinced? So read on...
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Keeping On
Continuing on from Holding Strong, Keeping On is the tale of Abbigail and Draino. Life has never been easy for Abbigail or Draino, but they have great big, ginormous dreams to be someone in a world where they’ve been labelled no ones. Can they achieve their goals? Because if they can, maybe so can we.
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Frankie's Footprint
Meet Frankie, a spirited five-year-old girl with a heart full of curiosity and a burning desire to uncover life’s mysteries. In a picturesque coastal town, Frankie’s summer takes an enchanting turn when she stumbles upon a set of mysterious trails etched into the golden sands.
Frankie embarks on a thrilling adventure, tracing the trails one after the other, which seem to vanish into the air. Along the way, she encounters a colourful cast of characters, each offering a clue to the origins of these elusive tracks.
As Frankie’s quest unfolds, she discovers that these footprints hold not only the secrets of the past but also the promise of new friendships and exciting possibilities.
Frankie’s Footprint is a heartwarming tale of determination, courage, and the timeless magic of childhood wonder. Join Frankie on her unforgettable journey of discovery as she learns that sometimes, the most extraordinary adventures can start with a single step in the sand.
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Teddy's Holiday and the Goblin's Tale
On his holiday at Miss Frillypans’ boarding house, Teddy stumbles upon an old mine with a secret: a goblin trapped by fairy law, tirelessly seeking a lost magician’s necklace. This goblin, named Wartnob, cannot leave until he recovers the necklace, once an engagement gift from a magician to his beloved, which fatefully fell into the hands of the jealous Northern River God and was ultimately lost in the mine’s depths.
Unbeknownst to Wartnob, high above in the fairy realm, Ratspin – a lady goblin who gallantly rides the night skies on her trusty rat steed – harbours a longstanding affection for him. Their paths are destined to cross as Teddy, a simple holidaymaker, becomes entwined in a magical dilemma that spans the realms of fairies and goblins. Will Teddy be able to help Wartnob and Ratspin find the necklace and each other, or will the goblin’s quest keep him bound to the mine forever? Join Teddy on this enchanting adventure to see if he can unravel the threads of this mystical love story.
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Waves & Waves & Waves
Life is water. Water is life.
The motif of water is ever-present. Drops of luck. Pouring anger. Draining sadness. Gushes of adrenaline. Lake of knowledge. River of wisdom. Waves of worryclashing,
crashing,
colliding
into my mind.Waves of passion, of protest, of power;
waves of highs, of lows, of in-betweens;
waves of woe, of wonder, of war;
waves of lust, of love, of life.
And amidst all this water, I try to swim through it all.
Through the love,
the wars,
the other trivialities that life has in store for me.
Submerging in the oceans of possibility, of experience.
Sometimes I float, sometimes I drown.
Sometimes I prefer one, sometimes the other.
Sometimes, sometimes, sometimes colliding, cleansing, crashing into me like
waves & waves & waves.
Swim float drown against the waves waves waves
words gush out on the page beyond my control and I am left dry.For now.
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Black Opal
In the blazing heart of the Australian outback, survival is a matter of grit, luck, and sheer willpower. Welcome to the opal fields—where fortunes are won and lost, and the land itself is as unforgiving as it is mesmerising. For those drawn to the hunt for precious stones, the desert offers both promise and peril.
When a man awakens alone, injured, and with no memory of who he is, he finds himself stranded in a vast, sun-baked wilderness. Hunted by relentless dingoes and haunted by questions he cannot answer, he must summon every ounce of determination to drag himself toward the faint hope of shelter. As the merciless landscape tests his body and spirit, he faces not only the dangers of the wild but the torment of his own forgotten past.
Raw, gripping, and unflinching, this story plunges you into the extremes of human endurance and the stark beauty of the Australian desert. Will he find salvation—or will the outback claim another lost soul?
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The 12 Guardians of the World
In the mystical kingdom of Harmony Stones, two best friends rule the balance between day and night. Zeus, beloved by all, raises the sun each morning, while Achlys commands the moon and stars in darkness—his achievements overlooked and unappreciated.When jealousy and resentment finally shatter their friendship, a devastating battle splits their world in two. Exiled to the dark kingdom of Azarath, Achlys plots his revenge while Zeus struggles to maintain the light alone.Many years later, their six children inherit more than just magical powers—they inherit an ancient feud. But when the young heirs of both kingdoms secretly meet under the cover of night, forbidden friendships bloom that could either heal the rift between their worlds or destroy them both.But the true key to ending this ancient war lies with Astro—a humble villager who discovers he is the legendary Prince of Love, wielding the rarest power that can unite sun and moon, day and night.As dark prophecies unfold and a mysterious Queen of Night and Day emerges with dangerous truths, Astro must master his abilities before the dark angels discover his identity.In a realm where light battles darkness and love defies destiny, will the next generation break the cycle of hatred—or will they be consumed by it?A tale of friendship, betrayal, and the ultimate power of love.
£12.99
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