Ajay Chowdhury, the inaugural winner of the Harvill Secker-Bloody Scotland prize, is a tech entrepreneur and theatre director. His children’s book – Ayesha and the Firefish, was published in 2016 and adapted into a musical which premiered in San Francisco. 
 
 
The Waiter (Sunday Times Crime Book of the Month), was published in 2021, and is the first in his critically-acclaimed crime series about Detective Kamil Rahman, an ex-policeman from Kolkata who has moved to Brick Lane in London. It is being adapted for television by Moonage Pictures.The Cook (Guardian Top Crime Books of the Year) was published in May 2022 to excellent reviews and deals with the issue of homelessness. The third book in the series – The Detective (Sunday Times Top Crime Books of the Year) – is about government surveillance and AI. The Spy (Longlisted Wilbur Smith Adventure Writing), the fourth book, sees Kamil infiltrate a terrorist cell. The Shadow (A Sunday Times Crime Book of the Month) is the latest book in the series.

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Bluey

Join Bluey and Bingo as they play a game of trains in this fun-filled fiction novel! 
 
As Dr Glenda and her daughter Poppy catch their train to work and day-care, some other passengers are up to mischief . . . what could go wrong? 
 
"The next train will be a bit late, due to an ongoing passenger incident." 
 
"The polar bear escaped!" 
 
This hilarious and brilliantly illustrated chapter book is perfect for 6+ readers and Bluey fans. 
 
All aboard and join the adventure! 
 
Try Bluey: Taxi for more chapter book reading fun!

Bluey: Trains

An Illustrated Chapter Book

Join Bluey and Bingo as they play a game of taxi in this fun-filled fiction novel! 
 
Hugo Borinson is in a huge hurry to get to the airport! Can his taxi driver get him there on time – and in one piece? 
 
This hilarious and brilliantly illustrated chapter book is perfect for 6+ readers and Bluey fans. 
 
"TAXI!" 
Hop in and join the adventure! 
 
Try Bluey: Trains for more chapter book reading fun!

Bluey: Taxi

Bluey and Bingo are visiting Grandad but instead of resting like he’s supposed to, he takes them on adventure into the bush. They run, hide and even canoe to escape a worried Mum. Can Mum catch them? 
 
“Aren’t you meant to be resting, Grandad?” 
“You have to catch me first!” 
 
Join the chase in this brilliant board book! 
 
Don’t miss these other awesome Bluey books: 
Bluey: The Weekend 
Bluey: Hide and Seek 
Bluey: Granny Mobile

Bluey: Grandad

Bluey and Bingo share all the reasons why they love their family! 
 
From croc-catching to Horsey Rides, Bluey and Bingo discover that the Heeler family is full of laughter, playing, dancing and most importantly, love. 
 
Want more Bluey? Also available: 
Bluey: All About Bingo 
Bluey: Mini Bluey 
Bluey: Hammerbarn

Bluey: I Love My Family

Bluey is on a family camping trip, where she makes a new friend, Jean-Luc. 
 
Even though Bluey and Jean-Luc don't speak the same language, they teach each other how to camp, plant trees and hunt a "wild pig". 
 
This lovely picture book is all about the magic of friendship.

Bluey: Camping

Bluey and Bingo are told a real-life fairy tale by Dad. There’s a mean brother who ends up good, a curse and a princess! Enjoy the magic of a real-life fairytale with Bluey and Bingo. 
 
"This story's set a long, long time ago in a place called the 80s . . . " 
 
Do you believe in real-life fairytales? Find out in this hilarious picture book.. 
 
Want more Bluey? Try: 
Bluey: Road Trip 
Bluey: Bedroom 
Bluey: Perfect 
Bluey: Queens

Bluey: Fairytale

A for real life fairytale picture book!

Help Bluey find her missing typewriter! 
 
Bluey's typewriter has gone missing, and she needs to finish her story. Bluey, Snickers and Winston set off to find Calypso for help - but can they evade the attacking Terriers? 
 
Join Bluey and friends on this exciting adventure! 
 
What other adventures will you go on with Bluey? Also available: 
Bluey: Swim School 
Bluey: My Mum is the Best 
Bluey: The Creek 
Bluey: Shadowlands

Bluey: Typewriter

Bluey and Bingo are building a cubby for their toy, Kimjim. It includes an art room, a library and even an alpaca farm. Soon it’s so big, it’s easy to get lost in! What will Bluey and Bingo do when Kimjim goes missing? Lift the flaps in this board book to help find Kimjim! 
 
“It’s too many rooms!” 
 
Join Bluey and Bingo in this colourful board book with flaps and get lost in the cubby! 
 
Don’t miss these other awesome Bluey books: 
Bluey: Grandad 
Bluey: Hide and Seek 
Bluey: The Weekend

Bluey: Cubby

The Heeler home is up for sale, but Bluey is not very happy about it. She’s initially comforted by a story Calypso tells her about everything working out the way it’s supposed to . . . but then quickly comes up with a plan to stop the sale of the house. 
 
“That sign means the house is for selling. So, if you get rid of it, then the house won’t be for selling anymore.” 
“Then everything will work out. That’s it, Muffin, we just need to get rid of the sign.” 
 
Meanwhile, Frisky and Uncle’s Rad’s wedding is supposed to be taking place at the house but when Frisky gets some unexpected news, nobody can find her! 
 
Will everything work out the way it’s supposed to? We’ll see . . . 
 
Based on the biggest Bluey episode, The Sign, this 112-page full colour illustrated chapter book is the perfect book for Bluey fans to enjoy a longer story. 
 
Don’t miss these other awesome Bluey books: 
Bluey: Calypso 
Bluey: Cricket 
Bluey: Zoo

Bluey: The Sign

Join Bingo and Bluey as they pretend to catch the train! 
 
Bingo has to catch the train to drop Poppy at nursery and to get to work as a vet. 
 
But one morning the train is not on time. Will Bingo be able to drop Poppy off and get to work on time? 
 
A fast-paced Bluey adventure about the fun of taking the train. 
 
Can't get enough of Bluey? Also available: 
Bluey: Perfect 
Bluey: Barky Boats 
Bluey: Christmas Eve with Verandah Santa 
Bluey: Camping 
Bluey: Baby Race

It's sleepytime at the Heeler house and Bingo has decided to wake up in her own bed. But will she be able to drift off to sleep and stay there? And will she be the only family member to struggle to get some rest? 
 
Come on a dream-filled adventure with Bingo and Bluey in this picture book featuring a beautiful fold-out surprise. 
 
What other adventures will you go on with Bluey? Also Available: 
Bluey: Queens 
Bluey: Charades 
Bluey: I Love my Family 
Bluey: Bob Bilby

Bluey: Sleepytime

‘Twas the night before Chrissie, when inside their home, not a Heeler was stirring, not even a gnome. 
 
It’s Christmas Eve and Bluey and Bingo are tucked up snug in their beds. When suddenly a noise outside wakes them up . . . Who could it be? 
 
Experience the magic of Christmas Eve with Bluey and the Heeler family in this retelling of the classic Christmas tale! 
 
Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good night! 
 
Want more Christmas Bluey? Also available: 
Bluey: 12 Days of Christmas Tabbed Board Book 
Bluey: Christmas Swim 
Bluey: Christmas Eve with Verandah Santa

Bluey: Bluey's Night Before Christmas

The Heelers are going on a camping trip. During the long car ride, Bluey and Bingo start to feel a bit bored. 
 
Can Mum help Bluey and Bingo find a way to entertain themselves? 
 
Experience the thrills and sights that come with a road trip in this new Bluey story! 
 
What other adventures will you go on with Bluey? Also Available: 
Bluey: Charades 
Bluey: Bad Mood 
Bluey: Bob Bilby

Bluey: Road Trip

Join Bluey on a new adventure down to the never-explored before creek! 
 
Bluey and her friends are bored at the park and Mackenzie suggests a trip to the creek. Bluey is unsure as she has never been there before. 
 
What will Bluey find when she explores the creek? And will she end up liking what she finds? 
 
An exciting board book about the beauty of trying something new! 
 
What other adventures will you go on with Bluey? Also available: 
Bluey: The Pool 
Bluey: Grannies 
Bluey: Hammerbarn 
Bluey: Fruit Bat

Bluey: The Creek

It's Mother's Day! Bluey and Bingo are delivering Mum breakfast-in-bed but when Bingo accidentally drops it, she’s convinced the day is ruined. Mum tells Bingo a checklist to help her feel better: 
 
“Have a little cry. Waaah!” Check. 
“Then I pick myself up.” Check. 
“Dust myself off.” Check. 
“And keep going. The show must go on.” 
 
Bluey and Bingo decide to put on a show for Mother’s Day about how Mum and Dad first met fell in love. But what will Bingo do when things start to go wrong again? 
 
This picture book is the perfect gift for mums on Mother's Day! 
 
Don’t miss these other awesome Bluey books: 
Bluey: Queens 
Bluey: I Love My Family 
Bluey: What Would Bluey’s Mum Do?

Bluey: The Show

A Mother's Day Story

A hilarious new Bluey story that comes with a soft and cuddly puppet built into the book! 
 
Follow the story and play along with the Unicorse puppet to bring this Bluey story to life. 
Unicorse is a grub but he wants to marry Mum. Can Bluey and Bingo help clean him up? 
 
Use your puppet to act out cleaning Unicorse's teeth, taking a shower, and brushing his hair. This interactive hand puppet book is perfect for a fun and lively story time. 
 
“OK, let’s do this!” 
 
Don’t miss these other awesome Bluey books: 
Bluey: Bluey’s Pop-Up Book 
Bluey: Toys: A Touch-and-Feel Playbook 
Bluey: A Jigsaw Puzzle Book

Bluey: Puppets: Starring Unicorse

A Puppet Play Book

It's bedtime for Bluey and Bingo. As Bingo snuggles up with Mum for a story, Dad tries to get Bluey settled and ready for bed. Join them in a story all about love and discover how love can be found in the strangest of places. 
 
What other adventures will you go on with Bluey? Also available: 
Bluey: Bad Mood 
Bluey: Perfect 
Bluey: Sleepytime 
Bluey: I Love my Family

Bluey: Love from Bluey

At kindie, Bluey and her friends are all playing different games. As they play, Calypso finds ways for them to play together. How will all their games connect? 
 
Join Bluey for playtime in this action-packed picture book. 
 
Don’t miss these other awesome Bluey books: 
Bluey: Fairytale 
Bluey: Bedroom 
Bluey: Trains

Bluey: Calypso

Lucky's Dad is outraged that modern Pass the Parcel has a present in every layer and changes the rules back to only having one prize in the middle. As a result, Bingo is forever losing at birthday parties. 
 
But what will Bingo decide when it’s her turn to choose the rules? 
 
This picture book is the perfect birthday gift, especially for pass the parcel! How will you play? 
 
Lucky’s Dad’s rules, HOORAY! 
 
Don’t miss these other awesome Bluey books: 
Bluey: Cricket 
Bluey: Zoo 
Bluey: Calypso

Bluey: Pass the Parcel

Bluey and Mackenzie are spending the day with their buddies. They're excited to play Barky Boats and build a fairy garden! Their buddies Mia and Captain seem distracted - will they still have time to play with Bluey and Mackenzie? 
 
A gorgeous picture book about big adventures and growing up. 
 
What other adventures will you go on with Bluey? Also available: 
Bluey: The Creek 
Bluey: Sleepytime 
Bluey: Grannies

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