Dave Gibbons

John Gibbons is an environmental journalist and commentator who has been speaking about climate change in Ireland for over a decade. The Lie of the Land is his first book.

John Gibbons

Stella Gibbons was born in London in 1902. She went to the North London Collegiate School and studied journalism at University College, London. She then worked for ten years on various papers, including the Evening Standard. Stella Gibbons is the author of twenty-five novels, three volumes of short stories, and four volumes of poetry. Her first novel Cold Comfort Farm (1932) was an immediate success and won the Femina Vie Heureuse Prize for 1933. Among her works are Nightingale Wood (1938), The Bachelor (1944), Westwood (1946), and Starlight (1967). She was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature in 1950. Stella Gibbons died in 1989.

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Roald Dahl

Quentin Blake

Greetings to you, the lucky finder of this little box - tremendous postcards are inside. 
 
From Golden Tickets and giant peaches to thank you, good-luck and congratulations cards, it's filled with MAGIC. Fizzing with the iconic illustrations of Quentin Blake, greetings for every occasion, and quotes and covers from your favourite stories. 
 
All you need to do is add your own WHOPPSY-WHIFFLING words.

Roald Dahl 100 Phizz-Whizzing Postcards

Beatrix Potter

Help Peter Rabbit count down to Christmas with this beautifully illustrated storybook! 
 
Peter Rabbit is very excited - it's nearly time for Christmas! 
 
He can't wait to eat mince pies, decorate a tree and open all his presents. Join Peter and all his friends every day in December as they count down to Christmas and have lots of fun adventures along the way. 
 
Featuring 24 brand new stories and an activity to enjoy every day of Advent, this beautiful picture book makes the perfect Christmas gift and will become a festive tradition for Peter Rabbit fans young and old.

Peter Rabbit: Christmas is Coming

Alexis Snell

There was once a bear, a great, white bear - Queen of Beasts. Her kingdom was a beautiful, cold, glistening place. But over the years the ice disappeared, slipping away like sand through an hourglass. Slowly, slowly, one by one, the other animals moved on. 
 
The Great Bear has no choice but to leave her snowy realm to search for food, friends and a new home. She soon discovers a world that is growing hotter whilst hearts grow colder - until one small act of kindness changes everything. 
The Bear in the Stars is a story about loss, kindness and new beginnings. 
 
A beautiful and inspirational story for readers of all ages.

The Bear in the Stars

A delightful, incredibly soft cloth book featuring rustly pages for added interest. Very simple words and classic images of Beatrix Potter's most popular characters: Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddle-Duck, Tom Kitten, Benjamin Bunny, Squirrel Nutkin, Mrs. Tittlemouse and a sleepy Flopsy Bunny will be sure to make babies and parents smile!

Night Night Peter Rabbit

Cloth Book

Philip Pullman

A mesmerising episode from the universe of His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust, giving us an extraordinary insight into this world and its characters. 
 
When Lyra is studying at Oxford University, she comes across the story of Lee Scoresby and Iorek Byrnisson's first meeting, many years ago, along with much evidence of the adventure that brought them together. 
 
She discovers that when a young Texan balloonist Lee came down to earth in the harbour of an Arctic town in the North, little did he realise that he is about to be caught in a war between the residents of the town and the huge arctic bears that also live there. 
 
And when Lee meets one of these bears - Iorek - for the first time, they cement a friendship that will continue throughout their lives, as the tensions in the town threaten to erupt ... 
 
Another wonderful tale from a master story-teller, which includes beautiful illustrations and maps.

Once Upon a Time in the North

Molly Oldfield

Momoko Abe

Kelsey Buzzell

Beatrice Cerocchi

Alice Courtley

Sandra De La Prada

Grace Easton

Manuela Montoya Escobar

Richard Jones

Lisa Koesterke

Gwen Millward

Sally Mullaney

Laurie Stansfield

How much bamboo can a giant panda eat? 
Do aliens exist? 
What we would do if we didn't have a prime minister? 
Why do hammerhead sharks have such strange-shaped heads? 
 
Find out the answers to these curious questions and much, much more! 
Ponder where ideas come from with award-winning illustrator, Rob Biddulph. Find out why you taste things differently when you have a cold with Michelin star chef, Heston Blumenthal. Learn about everything from how astronauts see in the dark to what the biggest dinosaur was with experts from the Natural History Museum. 
 
Fascinating facts are accompanied by gorgeous illustrations making the perfect gift for Christmas. Whether you read a question a day, or dip into it whenever you are feeling curious, this is a book to treasure and share all year round. 
 
Illustrated by Momoko Abe, Kelsey Buzzell, Beatrice Cerocchi, Alice Courtley, Sandra de la Prada, Grace Easton, Manuela Montoya Escobar, Richard Jones, Lisa Koesterke, Gwen Millward, Sally Mullaney, and Laurie Stansfield.

Everything Under the Sun

a curious question for every day of the year

Eric Carle

Christmas is. . . sharing with others . . . giving gifts with love . . . enjoying the magic of the season 
 
Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar for a celebration of Christmas and all the ways to wish the ones you love a wonderful holiday. This delightful little book features Eric Carle's bright and distinctive artwork of favourite things, from sparkling stars and snowy scenes, with The Very Hungry Caterpillar making an appearance alongside each one. The perfect gift for Christmas!

Happy Christmas from the Very Hungry Caterpillar

Emily Winfield Martin

Celebrate all kinds of babies with this original board book by Emily Winfield Martin - perfect for baby showers and fans of the New York Times bestseller, The Wonderful Things You Will Be! 
 
From sweet baby to wild baby, from snuggly baby to grumpy baby, this book will capture every parent's heart as it features a diverse and adorable cast of babies in all their moods. With playful text that's a joy to read aloud, this book is perfect for introducing different feelings to little babies - an adorable first book for reading at bedtime.

Wonderful Babies

Lewis Carroll

With a a stunning cover design inspired by the iconic fashion featured in the book, this beautiful hardback edition is a special Puffin Classic created in partnership with the world-famous V &amp; A Museum. 
 
Featuring an exclusive foreword by Elisabeth Murray, an Assistant Curator in the Fashion, Textiles and Furniture Department at the V&amp;A. 
 
You never know where you'll find yourself in Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll! 
 
On an ordinary summer's afternoon, Alice tumbles down a hole and an extraordinary adventure begins. In a strange world with even stranger characters, she meets a grinning cat and a rabbit with a pocket watch, joins a Mad Hatter's Tea Party, and plays croquet with the Queen! Lost in this fantasy land, Alice finds herself growing more and more curious by the minute . . .

The Complete Alice: V&A Collector's Edition

Christopher Wormell

Lyra is studying at Oxford University, she comes across the story of Lee Scoresby and Iorek Byrnisson's first meeting, many years ago, along with much evidence of the adventure that brought them together . . . 
When a young Texan balloonist, Lee Scoresby, comes down to earth in the harbour of an Arctic town in the North, little does he realise that he is about to be embroiled in an out-and-out political brawl. 
 
Lee and his daemon, Hester, find themselves the target of political factions trying to take over the running (and oil) of the town. And also resident in the town are huge arctic bears, ignored and patronised by the people and treated like second-class citizens. When Lee and Iorek first meet, they cement a friendship that will continue throughout their lives, as the tensions and pressure in town lead to a deadly conclusion . . . 
 
Featuring two of Philip Pullman's best-loved characters, this is an adventure-filled short story that builds on the world of His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust.

Illustrated Edition

Jeff Kinney

Zoo-Wee Mama! If you’re a fan of Jeff Kinney’s Diary of a Wimpy Kid series – and let’s face it, who isn’t? – then have we got the book for you. But not just any book, a poster book! And it’s filled with 40 full-color pull-out posters featuring the iconic covers of all 20 Wimpy Kid books, as well as the Awesome Friendly series, movie posters from Disney+, and a few special surprises. 
 
Each poster is easy to remove and ready to hang on your bedroom wall or locker. We even included an extra poster so you can create your own book cover. All of your favourites are here in this must-have collection – Greg Heffley, Rowley Jefferson, Manny, Rodrick, and Löded Diper.But be careful as you turn the pages – one of these posters may or may not be the dreaded Cheese Touch!Collect all the books in the #1 bestselling Diary of a Wimpy Kid series: Diary of a Wimpy Kid (#1) | Rodrick Rules (#2) | The Last Straw (#3) | Dog Days (#4) | The Ugly Truth (#5) | Cabin Fever (#6) | The Third Wheel (#7) | Hard Luck (#8) | The Long Haul (#9) | Old School (#10) | Double Down (#11) | The Getaway (#12) | The Meltdown (#13) | Wrecking Ball (#14) | The Deep End (#15) | Big Shot (#16) | Diper Överlöde (#17) | No Brainer (#18) | Hot Mess (#19) | Partypooper (#20)See the Wimpy Kid World in a whole new way with the #1 bestselling Awesome Friendly books, told from the perspective of Greg Heffley’s best friend Rowley Jefferson: Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid: Rowley Jefferson’s Journal | Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Adventure | Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories

Diary of a Wimpy Kid Poster Book (Includes 40 Pull-Out Posters)

Ladybird

Containing nine chunky board books in a sturdy box, this collection is the perfect first Christmas gift for babies and young toddlers to play with. 
 
Each page contains a festive first word alongside bright illustrations from Lemon Ribbon. Toddlers can turn over the books to complete a Nativity picture puzzle. 
 
Books in the box: Tree, Santa, Presents, Toys, Decorations, Animals, Food, Clothes and Nativity.

A Big Box of Little Christmas Books

Eric Hill

It's time for bed - but Spot has lots of "Goodnights" to say before he can settle down to sleep... 
 
This classic picture book will help toddlers wind down for sleep as they follow along with the fun of Spot's night-time routine through sturdy interactive flaps for little hands. 
 
This set includes a board book edition of the bestselling original story, together with a cuddly Spot soft toy to hug at bedtime. 
 
For more Spot lift-the-flap adventures, why not try: 
Where's Spot? 
Spot Goes to the Farm 
Spot Goes to the Beach 
Spot Goes on Holiday 
Spot Bakes a Cake 
Spot Visits his Grandparents 
Spot Goes to School 
Spot's First Christmas 
Spot's Birthday Party

Spot Says Goodnight: Book & Toy Gift Set

A unique collection of 100 postcards, each featuring a different and iconic Ladybird book cover from the 1940s to 1970s. From the first ever Ladybird book Bunnikin's Picnic Party, to Well-Loved Tales and How It Works, this is a selection from over thirty years of beloved Ladybird illustration in one sturdy little gift box. A perfect nostalgia gift for all Ladybird fans.

Postcards from Ladybird: 100 Classic Ladybird Covers in One Box

Arie Kaplan

Risa Rodil

Discover everything any Taylor Swift fan needs to know in this jam-packed guide, full of facts, quizzes and questions. Plus there's bonus journal pages to fill in. 
 
Did you know . . .? 
Taylor grew up on a Christmas-tree farm 
She can play the piano, banjo and ukulele as well as the guitar! 
She won a poetry competition when she was 10 
 
This bumper illustrated book is perfect for any Swiftie!

96 Facts About Taylor Swift

Quizzes, Quotes, Questions and More!

2019 marks the 50th birthday of Eric Carle's beloved classic story The Very Hungry Caterpillar. In this brand new board book, The Very Hungry Caterpillar is going to a birthday party and excitement is in the air! Meet new animal friends on every page and discover a special fold-out surprise. 
 
This chunky board book, with its sparkly cover and fold out surprise, is the perfect gift for little hands and a fun, interactive way to join in the birthday celebrations for The Very Hungry Caterpillar.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar's Birthday Party

Cicely Mary Barker

This enchanting collection of one hundred postcards features a selection of Cicely Mary Barker's most exquisite Flower Fairy paintings. From the ethereal seasonal fairies, through to the playful fairy alphabet, this magical box celebrates Cicely Mary Barker's incredible talent and the enduring appeal of the beautiful fairies she created. Postcards include fairies from all 8 Flower Fairies books: 
 
Flower Fairies of the Spring, Flower Fairies of the Summer, Flower Fairies of the Autumn, Flower Fairies of the Winter, A Flower Fairy Alphabet, Flower Fairies of the Trees, Flower Fairies of the Garden and Flower Fairies of the Wayside

Flower Fairies One Hundred Postcards

Join Peter Rabbit and his woodland friends as they get up to all sorts of Christmas adventures and festive fun in this jam-packed sticker book. Based on the classic tales by Beatrix Potter, this busy sticker book will keep little paws entertained for hours, featuring beautiful artwork from Ellie Taylor and over 300 stickers. 
 
Having fun completing the word search, finding the jigsaw puzzles pieces to finish a picture, playing spot the difference and colouring Peter and his friends with your favourite pencils. Merry Christmas from Peter and all his friends!

Peter Rabbit Christmas Fun Sticker Activity Book

Babies and toddlers will love to follow The Very Hungry Caterpillar as he munches and crunches his way through a huge variety of foods from a juicy apple and sweet pear to a sticky cake and spicy sausage! With its tough board pages and detachable strap and clip this little board book is perfect for little ones on the go. It can be attached to a buggy, cot or highchair. The colourful collages and simple word labels introduces the concept of colour: ideal for early learners.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar's Buggy Book

Puffin

Stories to spark your imagination - a celebratory collection of stories, poems and illustrations to mark Puffin's 80th birthday. 
 
 Perfect for reading aloud or reading independently at bedtime, this wonderful collection features brand new stories, poems and illustrations from well-loved and exciting new Puffin talent including Jacqueline Wilson, Malorie Blackman, Anne Fine, Jamie Littler, Jeremy Strong, Tom Fletcher, Sam Copeland, Ed Vere, Nadia Shireen and many, more! 
 
Plus, rediscover carefully curated extracts from Puffin's classic family favourites like Eric Carle, Beatrix Potter, Allan Ahlberg, Michael Morpurgo, Julia Donaldson and Roald Dahl. 
 
 Includes quotes and motivational pieces from brilliantly inspiring leaders, scientists and actors on their own big dreams. 
 
 5% of the RRP from this book will go towards helping the National Literacy Trust continue their life-changing work - from carrying out vital research, to delivering transformational programmes on the ground. 
 
 This includes Puffin World of Stories, a programme funded by Puffin which aims to give primary schools the tools they need to help re-vitalise their school library as a hub of creativity and imagination.

The Puffin Book of Big Dreams

Tom Fletcher

Dougie Poynter

These super-simple chunky mini books are designed specifically to introduce babies and toddlers to the best-selling The Dinosaur That Pooped stories. Based on the original picture books stories, these little books have just a few words per page, colourful backgrounds and big pictures, they are quick to read but perfect for little ones to enjoy. 
 
The titles included in the slipcase are Christmas Present!, Planet Poop!, In the Past! and Time for Bed! and each book follows the plot of the original books, but with under ten words per book.

The Dinosaur that Pooped: Little Library

Jacqueline Wilson

The perfect Christmas gift for young writers and Jacqueline Wilson fans! 
 
Discover The Book Of YOU, an interactive journal packed full of pages to fill in and record everything about YOU! 
 
Featuring some of your favourite characters - including Tracy Beaker, Floss from Candyfloss, Ruby and Garnet from Double Act! 
 
Packed with prompts, young writers will adore sharing their BIGGEST worries and favourite books. Featuring Nick Sharratt's joyful illustrations and plenty of space to add your own, budding illustrators will spend hours drawing their dream bedrooms, perfect birthday party and silly faces.

The Book of You

This new edition of Cecily Parsley's Nursery Rhymes celebrates the 100th anniversary of its first publication. In this collection of favourite nursery rhymes, Beatrix Potter brings the characters to life in her trademark illustration style. 
 
Full of familiar rabbits, mice and guinea pigs, this celebration edition is perfect for fans of Peter Rabbit and Beatrix Potter. 
 
Other titles in this series include: 
Beatrix Potter: The Complete Tales 
The World of Peter Rabbit: The Complete Collection 
Peter Rabbit: The Complete Adventures

Cecily Parsley's Nursery Rhymes

Centenary Gold Edition

The original and authorized edition

This gorgeous little gift book from The Very Hungry Caterpillar is the perfect way to say, 'I Love You, Dad!' 
 
Dad... you're easy to talk to... even when I am feeling prickly... you are always there... that's why I love you, Dad! 
 
Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar for a celebration of love and all the ways to tell your dad how much you care. This lovely little book features Eric Carle's colourful artwork of animal dads and babies, with the Hungry Caterpillar making an appearance alongside each one. The perfect gift for Father's Day, or any day you want to say... I love you, Dad!

I Love Dad with the Very Hungry Caterpillar

The perfect gift to celebrate friendship, from our favourite furry friend, Peter Rabbit. 
 
"I trust you, and you trust me, 
You're the best a friend can be." 
 
Join Peter Rabbit as he celebrates the true value of friendship in this gorgeous little gift book with beautiful rhyming text, contemporary design and gorgeous illustration that captures the charm and warmth of Beatrix Potter's original drawings. 
 
Fans old and new will love this gentle, heartwarming tribute that encapsulates the unique bond between friends that can last a lifetime. 
 
Hop into the hearts of all your loved ones with more loveable Peter Rabbit books: 
Peter Rabbit I Love You Little One - 9780241606476 
Peter Rabbit I Love You Mummy - 9780241355053 
Peter Rabbit I Love You Daddy - 9780241409213 
Peter Rabbit I Love You Grandma - 9780241470121 
Peter Rabbit I Love You Grandpa - 9780241473139

Peter Rabbit I Love You Best Friend

The adventures of wise-cracking middle school student Greg Heffley who must somehow survive the scariest time of anyone's life: middle school. The hilarious and internationally bestselling Diary of a Wimpy Kid series.

Imagine all the Wimpy Kid laughs you've had from reading the diaries, all the best bits you talk about with your friends and all the cartoons of Greg Heffley you've had a go at drawing yourself. Now imagine it all - on screen! 
 
The Wimpy Kid Movie Diary goes behind the scenes of each of the three Wimpy Kid movies to tell the story of Greg Heffley from the funniest cartoon character ever, to a real live person on the big screen. 
 
A full-colour diary complete with photographs, script pages, storyboard sketches, costume designs, and more hilarious Wimpy Kid drawings by Jeff Kinney. The Wimpy Kid Movie Diary is the perfect companion to the phenomenally bestselling series.

The Wimpy Kid Movie Diary

How Greg Heffley Went Hollywood

This official poster book is full of exciting artwork featuring the world-renowned girl group HUNTR/X, Saja Boys, Derpy Tiger, and Sussie! Fans of all ages can cover their walls with these full-colour, collectible images. Perfect for fans of K-pop and demon slaying! 
 
Based on the screenplay by Danya Jimenez & Hannah McMechan and Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans. 
 
Based on KPop Demon Hunters, the film Directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans.

KPop Demon Hunters: The Official Poster Book

A delightful collection of 100 postcards featuring the beautiful and iconic artwork of Eric Carle, creator of The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Showcasing brand new artwork, alongside classic images, this exquisite box is a celebration of Carle's extraordinary children's book illustration talent. Send the gorgeous postcards to family and friends, or cherish the collection yourself.

Eric Carle: 100 Postcards

This enchanting collection of six stories and fairy tales is perfect for sharing with your little one. Including classics such as 'Cinderella', 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears' and 'The Three Little Pigs', each tale is beautifully illustrated, making this gorgeous anthology an ideal gift. Complete with foil and ribbon marker. 
 
Contents: 
 
1. The Gingerbread Man 
2. Goldilocks and the Three Bears 
3. The Three Little Pigs 
4. Cinderella 
5. Puss in Boots 
6. The Magic Porridge Pot 
 
Also available: Ladybird Stories for Five Year Olds

Ladybird Stories for Four Year Olds

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