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A SKINFUL OF SHADOWS
$25.00 NZD
ISBN:
9781509869305
A dark YA historical fantasy set in the early part of the English Civil War from the Costa Award-winning author of The Lie Tree. Makepeace is an illegitimate daughter of the aristocratic Fellmotte family, and as such, she shares their unique hereditary gift: the capacity to be possessed by ghosts. Reluctant to accept her appointed destiny as vessel for a coterie of her ancestors, she escapes. As she flees the pursuing Fellmottes across war-torn England, she accumulates a motley crew of her own allies, including outcasts, misfits, criminals, and one extremely angry dead bear.
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AOTEAROA: The New Zealand Story
$40.00 NZD
ISBN:
9780143770350
Over 1000 years ago, the wind, sea currents and stars brought people to the islands that became known as Aotearoa. Navigating your way through this sumptuously illustrated story of New Zealand, you can explore the defining moments of our history, captured by celebrated children’s book creator Gavin Bishop, from the Big Bang right through to what might happen tomorrow. Discover Maori legends, layers of meaning and lesser-known facts. A truly special book, Aotearoa: The New Zealand Story deserves a space on every family’s bookshelf, to be taken off and pored over, thumbed and treasured, time and time again.
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BAD DAD
$25.00 NZD
ISBN:
9780008254339
Dads come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. There are fat ones and thin ones, tall ones and short ones. There are young ones and old ones, clever ones and stupid ones. There are silly ones and serious ones, loud ones and quiet ones. Of course, there are good dads, and bad dads . . . A high-speed cops and robbers adventure with heart and soul about a father and son taking on the villainous Mr Big - and winning! This riches-to-rags story will have you on the edge of your seat and howling with laughter!
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BE BRAVE LITTLE PENGUIN
$20.00 NZD
ISBN:
9781408338384
The eagerly awaited new picture book from the creators of the bestselling Giraffe's Can't Dance. Written in true Giles Andreae style, this feel-good rhyming story portrays a positive message about confidence and self-esteem. Little Penguin Pip-Pip would love to join in with all his friends swimming in the sea, but there's just one problem . . . he's scared of water. Can Pip-Pip overcome his fears and finally take the plunge? This irresistible story shows that sometimes all it takes is a little bit of encouragement - and a whole lot of heart - to finally make that leap!
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BIRTHDAY BOY
$23.00 NZD
ISBN:
9780008200480
This hilarious rollercoaster ride features David Baddiel’s inimitable combination of wish-fulfilment, heart and hilarity, brought to life with witty, stylish illustrations. Sam Green really, really loves birthdays: the special breakfasts in bed, the presents, themed parties, blowing out the candles on his cake. He is so excited about his 11th birthday, that he wishes it was his birthday every day. So, at first, it’s quite exciting when his birthday happens again. And again...But it’s not long before disaster strikes, threatening something Sam loves even more than birthdays. Sometimes you have to be careful what you wish for...
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BOOGIE BEAR
$30.00 NZD
ISBN:
9780008172770
Up at the North Pole, a big furry polar bear is swimming, fishing and eating. But when she nods off and finds herself far from home, she thinks things can't get any worse. But they can... Much worse! An outrageously funny picture book with an incredibly heartwarming message about celebrating difference - in all its forms.
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EPIC LEGO ADVENTURES WITH BRICKS YOU ALREADY HAVE
$30.00 NZD
ISBN:
9781624143861
This is both a storybook and a project book – an adventurous collection of creations to build with LEGO bricks you already have. Follow the epic journeys of fascinating characters and the silly things they do; then build each element of the scenes and characters using the step-by-step photographs and instructions – even how to make them look damaged as they become in the story. The adventure stories provide hours of fun-filled playtime with epic spaceships, off-road vehicles, mysterious ancient palace ruins, jet skis, cute animals, creepy mutant bugs and more!
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FLORENCE FRIZZBALL
$20.00 NZD
ISBN:
9781471144547
A funny, heart-warming sibling story from Claire Freedman, author of the bestselling Aliens Love Underpants series. Florence's curly-whirly, wild and crazy hair couldn't be more different from her brother Ben's sleek and shiny do. She begs her mum to let a hairdresser try and tame it, but when she gets the restyle she's after, will Florence be happy with the outcome? Claire Freedman's rhyming text and Jane Massey's gorgeous illustrations perfectly combine to create laugh-out-loud moments and deliver an important message about being comfortable in your own skin.
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MONSTER
$23.00 NZD
ISBN:
9781405290319
A stunning follow-up to the globally bestselling GONE series. It's been four years since a meteor hit Perdido Beach and everyone disappeared. Everyone, except the kids trapped in the FAYZ - an invisible dome that was created by an alien virus. Inside the FAYZ, animals began to mutate and teens developed dangerous powers. The terrifying new world was plagued with hunger, lies, and fear of the unknown. Now the dome is gone and meteors are hitting earth with an even deadlier virus. Humans will mutate into monsters and the whole world will be exposed. As some teens begin to morph into heroes, they will find that others have become dangerously out of control ... and that the world is on the brink of a monstrous battle between good and evil.
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SCARFACE CLAW, HOLD TIGHT!
$25.00 NZD
ISBN:
9780143770985
It is a peaceful morning and Scarface Claw is happily snoozing in a spot in the sun, tail curled around and feet tucked in. Suddenly, there was a shudder and sway, the whirr of an engine, then off and away. And then off goes the truck down the drive - with Scarface ON TOP! Clinging on to the roof of the truck, Scarface zips along streets with his owner, Tom, oblivious to his rooftop passenger and everyone trying to get his attention as he drives along ... who will come to poor Scarface Claw's rescue?
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SUMMER DAYS: Stories and Poems Celebrating the Kiwi Summer
$45.00 NZD
ISBN:
9780143771593
This collection of seven stories and ten poems capture that quintessential summer feeling, and is perfect summertime reading to share with children. Dive in to find all sorts of treasures by well-known New Zealand writers and illustrators. This beautifully produced hardcover with sunny yellow-edged pages will get the whole family into the spirit of summer.
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THE BIG EARTH BOOK
$30.00 NZD
ISBN:
9781787012776
Planet Earth. Four elements. One incredible story. The Big Earth Book takes children on a rollicking ride through history, geography, science and more to show how the four elements – earth, fire, air and water – created the world and everything that exists today. Combining astonishing facts, quirky humour and eye-catching photographs and illustrations, it will ignite their curiosity and encourage them to discover more about our planet. Drawing on its team of global experts, Lonely Planet shares a continual fascination with what makes the world such a diverse and magnificent place.
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THE BOOK OF DUST : La Belle Sauvage: Volume One
$35.00 NZD
ISBN:
9780857561084
Philip Pullman returns to the world of His Dark Materials with this magnificent first volume of The Book of Dust: Eleven-year-old Malcolm Polstead and his dæmon, Asta, live with his parents at the Trout Inn near Oxford. Across the River Thames (which Malcolm navigates often using his beloved canoe, a boat by the name of La Belle Sauvage) is the Godstow Priory where the nuns live. Malcolm learns they have a guest with them; a baby by the name of Lyra Belacqua . . .
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THE EXTREMELY INCONVENIENT ADVENTURES OF BRONTE METTLESTONE
$25.00 NZD
ISBN:
9781760297176
From the award-winning Jaclyn Moriarty this is a fantastic tale of high intrigue, grand adventure and an abundance of aunts. Bronte had a perfectly pleasant childhood, being raised by her Aunt Isabelle and the Butler, but no adventures. Now, following the death of her parents she is tasked by their will with delivering a chest full of strange gifts to her ten other aunts. Bronte must journey forth (travel the kingdoms and empires) to face dragons, Chief Detectives and pirates – and the gathering suspicion that there might be something more to her extremely inconvenient quest than meets the eye...
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THE HUNDRED AND ONE DALMATIANS
$28.00 NZD
ISBN:
9781405281652
A special picture book adaptation of Dodie Smith’s much-loved story, perfect for younger children, with gorgeous illustrations. When Missis and Pongo’s darling Dalmatian puppies are stolen, they know just who to suspect… the evil Cruella de Vil! She’s enough to scare the spots off a pup and she would love nothing more than to turn them into a spotty fur coat! With the help of some fearless furry friends, the parents set off on a brave rescue attempt. But can the Dalmatians’ parents rescue their precious pups in time?
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THE STORY ORCHESTRA: THE NUTCRACKER
$33.00 NZD
ISBN:
9781786030689
The follow-up to the illustrator’s acclaimed Four Seasons in One Day. You can accompany Clara on a magical adventure in this retelling of the classic ballet story. Watch the nutcracker battle the mouse king, meet the Sugar Plum Fairy and journey to the Land of Sweets, where wonder and excitement await...Press the note on every page to hear the story come to life with music from Tchaikovsky’s ‘The Nutcracker’, then listen to all the sounds again at the back of the book!
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THE WONDERLING
$28.00 NZD
ISBN:
9781406370645
Arthur is a shy, fox-like foundling with only one ear and a desperate desire to belong, as he seeks his destiny.Welcome to the Home for Wayward and Misbegotten Creatures, an institution run by evil Miss Carbunkle, a cunning villainess who believes her terrified young charges exist only to serve and suffer. Part animal and part human, the groundlings toil in classroom and factory, forbidden to enjoy anything regular children have, most particularly singing and music. For the Wonderling - it is the only home he has ever known. But unexpected courage leads him to acquire the loyalty of a young bird groundling named Trinket, who gives the Home's loneliest inhabitant two incredible gifts: a real name - Arthur, like the good king in the old stories - and a best friend. Using Trinket's ingenious invention, the pair escape over the wall and embark on an adventure that will take them out into the wider world and ultimately down the path of sweet Arthur's true destiny.
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THIS ZOO IS NOT FOR YOU
$23.00 NZD
ISBN:
9780857638953
When a small platypus applies for a vacancy at the zoo, he is taken on a rigorous interview process. But he's far too bland for the chameleons, not nearly graceful enough for the flamingos, and his tricks, quite frankly, will never impress the monkeys. So, disappointed, he leaves. But soon the animals regret being so unkind and join together to welcome him to the zoo... Leading to a very fun party on his Platybus!
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TURTLES ALL THE WAY DOWN
$30.00 NZD
ISBN:
9780241335437
It all begins with a fugitive billionaire and the promise of a cash reward. Turtles All the Way Down is about lifelong friendship, the intimacy of an unexpected reunion, Star Wars fan fiction, and tuatara. At its heart is 16-year-old Aza Holmes, trying to be a good daughter, a good friend, a good student, and maybe even a good detective, while also navigating daily existence within the ever-tightening spiral of her own thoughts. Acclaimed children’s author John Green shares Aza’s story with shattering, unflinching clarity in this brilliant novel of love, resilience, and the power of friendship.
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