• Atlas of Amazing Architecture: The most incredible buildings you’ve (probably) never heard of

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    This fact-filled guide for kids 7 to 17 explores the world of architecture as you’ve never seen it before, from tiny shacks to vast palaces – and everything in between!

    Praise for Atlas of Amazing Architecture

    ”Given the global spread of coverage and the unusual buildings chosen, this is a must for children’s history, art, and architecture collections”.– Booklist Starred Review

    ”A delightful and informative trip around the globe”. — School Library Journal

    ”Peter Allen has written and illustrated a book that is stunning. I am sure there will be many, like me, who will revisit it time and time again and still find out something new and interesting”. — Just Imagine

    ”A vibrant, wonderful journey across the world and will open the eyes of young readers to the awe-inspiring architecture all around us”. — The BookActivist

    ”Both young and older readers will be drawn in, delighting in a wide-ranging exploration of fascinating buildings who are now getting a bit more exposure thanks to this fun and informative book”. — The AOI

    ”Bursting with fascinating detail, this book is ideal for any budding young architect”. — BookTrust

    ”A wonderful book to generate interest in the built environment”. — Goodreads

    This atlas of architectural wonders eschews the classic children’s book fare of the Pyramids and the Taj Mahal, and instead takes a broader view of what constitutes amazing architecture. Buildings include: the Jameh mosque of Isfahan in Iran, Native American plank houses in New Mexico, Stave Churches in Norway, The Djinguereber Mosque in Mali, and extraordinary 18th century wooden churches on Kizhi Island, Russia.

    Over 50 buildings span all the continents equally throughout history. Each of these buildings is visually striking and architecturally noteworthy; they introduce new engineering technologies or define a movement or capture the essence of a moment in human history. However, despite their significance, they are, for the most part, not part of the main Western architectural canon.

    This book seeks out a more diverse, inclusive approach to what constitutes amazing architecture, and presents it with fresh illustration and clear, punchy text.

    Established illustrator Peter Allen, whose work has been published extensively by Usborne and Walker, brings the illustrations alive in his typical playful and dynamic style .

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    £12.79£14.99
  • Architect’s Pocket Book (Routledge Pocket Books)

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    This handy pocket book brings together a wealth of useful information that architects need on a daily basis – on-site or in the studio. It provides clear guidance and invaluable detail on a wide range of issues, from planning policy through environmental design to complying with Building Regulations, from structural and services matters to materials characteristics and detailing. This sixth edition includes the updating of regulations, standards and sources across a wide range of topics, with a particular focus on sustainability issues. Compact and easy to use, the Architect’s Pocket Book has sold well over 100,000 copies to the nation’s architects, architecture students, designers and construction professionals who do not have an architectural background but need to understand the basics, fast. This is the famous little blue book that you can’t afford to be without.

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    £26.99£28.99
  • How Was That Built?: The Stories Behind Awesome Structures

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    ‘From the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge to building on the moon, this utterly fascinating and visually stunning book is sure to build sky-scraping curiosity in young engineers’ Kate Pankhurst, author of the Fantastically Great Women series

    ‘I adored reading How Was That Built? with my son. The fascinating facts and huge detailed pictures led to lots of interesting conversations for both of us. You will never take buildings for granted again!’ David Walliams, comedian and children’s author

    As seen on Steph’s Packed Lunch and featured in Cerys Matthew’s BBC Radio 6 Music show and ‘The Dreams We Live Inside’ on BBC Radio 4

    Join Roma Agrawal, the award-winning structural engineer who worked on The Shard, for an exciting behind-the-scenes look at some of the world’s most amazing landmarks.

    Meet the extraordinary people who challenged our beliefs about what’s possible, pioneering remarkable inventions that helped build the Brooklyn Bridge in the US, the Pantheon in Italy, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, the Shard in England and the Sapporo Dome in Japan. Discover the ingenious methods engineers have come up with to enable us to build underground, underwater, on ice and even in space. And learn about the impact different forces and materials can have on a structure by carrying out your own engineering experiments from the ‘Try it at Home’ sections.

    Beautiful and detailed illustrations by Katie Hickey, including cross-sections, skylines and close-ups of engineering techniques in action, provide unique and illuminating perspectives of our most awe-inspiring constructions.

    Get ready to see the built world around you like never before!

    ‘Exploring this beautiful book feels like having a conversation with Roma, full of expert insight and fascinating detail. With playful illustrations, stacks of brand-new information and plenty of context – this is children’s non-fiction at its best’ Isabel Thomas, science writer and author of Moth and Fox

    ‘Skilfully illustrated and filled with remarkable details, this book is a treat for any young engineer. Roma’s breadth of knowledge and genuine passion shines through every page. It’s simply beautiful’ Angela Saini, science journalist and author

    ‘Open this book at any page and you are immediately sucked into the fascination of how things work – a wonderful achievement and a beautiful one too’ Mark Miodownik, materials engineer, broadcaster and author of Stuff Matters

    ‘How Was That Built? is a brilliant and essential book . Hopefully schools and libraries will purchase the book in big numbers because it deserves to be widely read and discussed. I also think it will do a lot to encourage young people to consider a career in construction’ Infrastructure-Intelligence.com

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    £13.25£14.99
  • Architecture: Form, Space, and Order

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    ARCHITECTURE

    THE GOLD STANDARD IN INTRODUCTORY ARCHITECTURE TEXTS, FULLY UPDATED TO REFLECT THE LATEST DEVELOPMENTS IN THE FIELD

    For more than forty years, the beautifully illustrated Architecture: Form, Space, and Order has served as the classic introduction to the basic vocabulary of architectural design. In this fifth edition, more recent additions to the architectural panoply illustrate how contemporary digital and building technologies have influenced the development of architectural forms and spaces and how architectural siting and design have responded to the call for more environmentally responsible buildings. It is designed to encourage critical thought and to promote a more evocative understanding of architecture.

    • The fifth edition is updated with many new urban design and building precedents from a diverse range of cultural and geographic areas
    • New content focuses on the latest technology and trends in structure, construction, materials, and sustainability
    • Includes more than 800 illustrations, many hand-drawn, which demonstrate the foundations and concepts every architect must master

    Architecture: Form, Space, and Order distills complex concepts of design into a clear focus and brings difficult abstractions to life. It explains form and space in relation to light, view, openings, and enclosures and explores the organization of space, and the elements and relationships of circulation, as well as proportion and scale. In addition, the text’s detailed illustrations demonstrate the concepts presented and reveal the relationships between fundamental elements of architecture through the ages and across cultures.

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    £37.59£42.50
  • Ripley’s Believe It or Not! 2024

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    Ripley’s Believe It or Not! will amaze and astound children and adults alike with thousands of strange stories, unusual feats and hair-raising oddities from around the world.

    Bursting with thousands of extraordinary facts and accompanied by lists, stunning photography, infographics, and the science behind some of the weirdest stories, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! will entertain, inform and flabbergast you with stories of people who are pushing the boundaries. This year’s annual takes the reading experience to the next level with mini games, interactive video content, quizzes, secrets to be unlocked and many more innovative features. No Christmas is complete without it.

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    £9.00£22.00
  • Pokémon Creative Collection: The ultimate Pokémon gift box!

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    Join Pikachu for the ultimate Pokémon adventure in this creative collection!

    With 3 awesome activity books, a poster, a bookmark and stickers, this a perfect gift for fans of all ages.

    Jam-packed with Pokémon fun, this gift box contains a colouring book, search and find and a how-to-draw book.

    The poster folds out to reveal a group of your fave Poké pals to hang on your wall and the bookmark is perfect for your next Pokémon reading adventure. Plus, some fun stickers of Pikachu and friends.

    Become the ultimate Trainer with this creative collection!

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    £8.00£14.99
  • One Piece Box Set Volume 2: Volumes 24-46 with Premium (One Piece Box Sets)

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    This set includes volumes 24-46, which comprise the third and fourth story arcs of the series, Skypeia and Water Seven. With exclusive premiums and great savings over buying the individual volumes, this set is a pirate’s treasure for any manga fan!

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    £86.97£145.00
  • Bunny vs Monkey and the League of Doom: 3

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    Since he crash-landed to Earth in a rocket, Monkey has been causing absolute mayhem! Bunny and the gang (Squirrel, Pig [the Pig], Action Beaver, and Skunky the Inventor) have almost had enough. Monkey’s eternal struggle for world domination is getting more ridiculous every day, and it’s impossible to predict which bizarre plan he’s going to put into action next . . .

    In this comic extravaganza, the pint-sized friends must face a giant robot whale, a pig cannon, a camping trip that goes wrong . . . oh, and the actual end of the world! Can Bunny and Co stop the apocalypse before it’s too late?!

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    £8.99£9.99
  • Dog Man 10: Mothering Heights (the latest book in the million-copy selling Dog Man series!)

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    Dog Man and Petey face their biggest challenges yet in the tenth Dog Man book from worldwide bestselling author and illustrator Dav Pilkey – now available in paperback.

    Dog Man is down on his luck, Petey confronts his not so purr-fect past, and Grampa is up to no good. The world is spinning out of control as new villains spill into town. Everything seems dark and full of despair. But hope is not lost. Can the incredible power of love save the day?

    Dav Pilkey’s wildly popular Dog Man series appeals to readers of all ages and explores universally positive themes, including:

    • empathy
    • kindness
    • persistence
    • and the importance of doing good.

    Full colour pages throughout.

    Love Dog Man? Check out Cat Kid Comic Club and Captain Underpants by Dav Pilkey!

    Everyone Digs Dog Man!

    • “High-intensity, heartwarming, and, above all, hysterically funny.” – Kirkus Reviews, starred review
    • “Riotously funny and original.” – School Library Journal, starred review
    • “An utter, unfettered delight.” – Booklist, starred review
    • “Readers (of any age) will be giggling from start to finish.” – Publishers Weekly, starred review
    • “Action-oriented cartoons… Laffs aplenty.” – Kirkus Reviews, starred review

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    £4.00£8.99
  • Dog Man and Cat Kid: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #4)

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    Howl with laughter with the FOURTH book in the hilarious full-colour, illustrated series, Dog Man, from the creator of Captain Underpants!

    Hot diggity dog!

    Dog Man is back — and this time he’s not alone.

    The heroic hound with a real nose for justice now has a furry feline sidekick, and together they have a mystery to sniff out!

    When a new kitty sitter arrives and a glamorous movie starlet goes missing, it’s up to Dog Man and Cat Kid to save the day!

    Will these heroes stay hot on the trail, or will Petey, the World’s Most Evil Cat, send them barking up the wrong tree?

    Dav Pilkey’s wildly popular Dog Man series appeals to readers of all ages and explores universally positive themes, including:

    • empathy,
    • kindness,
    • persistence,
    • and the importance of being true to one’s self.

    Full colour pages throughout.

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    £8.88£9.99
  • Bunny vs Monkey: Rise of the Maniacal Badger

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    Jamie Smart’s big-selling comic-book success story continues!

    The Maniacal Badger has arrived, and he’s determined to take over the Woods! Wasn’t that Monkey’s plan? This cannot happen! What japes await in this brand-new adventure, when Bunny and Monkey team up to beat this new menace?! They’ve never managed to work together before. . . And will Skunky rediscover his passion for evil inventions, to defeat his rival at their own game? One thing’s for sure . . . Laughs are guaranteed!

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    £5.00£9.99
  • Heartstopper Volume 1: The bestselling graphic novel, now on Netflix!

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    *Now an acclaimed live-action Netflix series!*
    *Winner of Best Book I Wish I Could Read Again For The First Time – TikTok Book Awards*
    *Heartstopper Volumes 1-4 out now, Volume 5 coming soon.*

    Boy meets boy. Boys become friends. Boys fall in love. A bestselling LGBTQ+ graphic novel about life, love, and everything that happens in between.

    ‘Absolutely delightful. Sweet, romantic, kind. Beautifully paced. I loved this book.’ RAINBOW ROWELL, author of Carry On

    Charlie and Nick are at the same school, but they’ve never met … until one day when they’re made to sit together. They quickly become friends, and soon Charlie is falling hard for Nick, even though he doesn’t think he has a chance.

    But love works in surprising ways, and Nick is more interested in Charlie than either of them realised.

    By Alice Oseman, winner of the YA Book Prize, Heartstopper is about love, friendship, loyalty and mental illness. It encompasses all the small moments of Nick and Charlie’s lives that together make up something larger, which speaks to all of us.

    ‘The queer graphic novel we wished we had at high school.’ Gay Times

    This is the first volume of Heartstopper, which is now an acclaimed live-action Netflix series.

    Heartstopper was Children’s #1 bestseller in the TCM chart on 23 April 2022.

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    £6.00£10.99
  • Heartstopper Volume 2: The bestselling graphic novel, now on Netflix!

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    *Now an acclaimed live-action Netflix series!*
    *Heartstopper Volumes 1-4 out now, Volume 5 coming soon.*

    Boy meets boy. Boys become friends. Boys fall in love. An LGBTQ+ graphic novel about life, love, and everything that happens in between: this is the second volume of the bestselling HEARTSTOPPER series. *Includes exclusive Tara/Darcy story!*

    ‘Absolutely delightful. Sweet, romantic, kind. Beautifully paced. I loved this book.’ RAINBOW ROWELL, author of Carry On

    Nick and Charlie are best friends. Nick knows Charlie’s gay, and Charlie is sure that Nick isn’t.

    But love works in surprising ways, and Nick is discovering all kinds of things about his friends, his family … and himself.

    By Alice Oseman, winner of the YA Book Prize, Heartstopper is about friendship, loyalty and mental illness. It encompasses all the small moments of Nick and Charlie’s lives that together make up something larger, which speaks to all of us.

    ‘The queer graphic novel we wished we had at high school.’ Gay Times

    Heartstopper was Children’s #1 bestseller in the TCM chart on 23 April 2022.

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    £6.00£10.99
  • The Far Side® 2024 Off-the-Wall Day-to-Day Calendar

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    Almost three decades ago, the best-selling The Far Side®1996 Off-The-Wall Calendar delighted fans with deliciously dark and dreamlike takes on, well, you name it. (But odds were always good a cow might be involved.) And it’s back! For 2024, we proudly present a slightly updated version of this inimitable calendar, featuring a year’s worth of classic black and white cartoons that are as surreal and imaginative today as they were back then. Within these pages you’ll find all your favorite The Far Side® regulars―apes and aliens, snakes and scientists, cowboys and cavemen―in a host of uncanny scenarios that could only have come from the ingenious imagination of Gary Larson. It’s a blast from the past that’s still fresh, fearless, and funny as hell.

    Features include:

    • Tear-off pages
    • Day/date reference on each page
    • Official major holidays and observances
    • Back of pages are blank―perfect for notes, lists, or to-dos
    • Use of FSC-certified paper with soy-based ink
    • Text, box, and backer made from recyclable materials
    • A different black and white The Far Side® cartoon on each page

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    £14.05£15.99
  • The Best of Matt 2023

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    The latest – superb – collection from everyone’s favourite cartoonist!

    ‘The master of the pocket cartoon. You can’t be better than the best’ Gyles Brandreth

    ‘Like a sunrise, he lifts the heart. He’s so touching and achingly funny’ Jilly Cooper

    ‘That rare thing – a daily cartoonist who never fails’ THE TIMES

    ‘However bad the day’s news, there’ll still be a Matt cartoon the morning after, and we’ll still laugh – he’s a genius’ Jeremy Vine

    There is no doubt: award-winning Matt definitely makes the world a happier place!

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    £6.99£8.99

    The Best of Matt 2023

    £6.99£8.99
  • Dog Man: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #1)

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    Howl with laughter with the FIRST book in the hilarious full-colour illustrated series, Dog Man, from the creator of Captain Underpants!

    George and Harold (the co-stars of the enormously popular Captain Underpants series) are in big trouble again!

    George and Harold have created a new breed of justice — one that is part dog, part man, and ALL HERO!

    With the head of a dog and the body of a human, this heroic hound digs into deception, claws after crooks, rolls over robbers, and scampers after squirrels.

    Will he be able to resist the call of the wild to answer the call of duty?

    Dav Pilkey’s wildly popular Dog Man series appeals to readers of all ages and explores universally positive themes, including

    • empathy,
    • kindness,
    • persistence,
    • and the importance of being true to one’s self.

    Full colour pages throughout.

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    £8.99£9.99
  • Heartstopper Volume 3: The bestselling graphic novel, now on Netflix!

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    *Now an acclaimed live-action Netflix series!*
    *Heartstopper Volumes 1-4 out now, Volume 5 coming soon.*

    Boy meets boy. Boys become friends. Boys fall in love. An LGBTQ+ graphic novel about life, love, and everything that happens in between: this is the third volume of the bestselling HEARTSTOPPER series. *Includes exclusive Tao/Elle mini-comic!*

    ‘Absolutely delightful. Sweet, romantic, kind. Beautifully paced. I loved this book.’ RAINBOW ROWELL, author of Carry On

    Charlie didn’t think Nick could ever like him back, but now they’re officially boyfriends. Nick’s even found the courage to come out to his mum.

    But coming out isn’t just something that happens once – there’s Nick’s older brother, and a school trip to Paris, not to mention all the other friends and family – and life can be hard, even with someone who loves you by your side. As their feelings get more serious, Charlie and Nick will need each other more than ever before.

    By Alice Oseman, winner of the YA Book Prize, Heartstopper is about love, friendship, loyalty and mental illness. It encompasses all the small moments of Nick and Charlie’s lives that together make up something larger, which speaks to all of us.

    Contains discussions about mental health, eating disorders and a reference to past self-harm.

    ‘The queer graphic novel we wished we had at high school.’ Gay Times

    Heartstopper was Children’s #1 bestseller in the TCM chart on 23 April 2022.

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    £6.00£10.99
  • Invincible Compendium Volume 1

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    NOW A HIT ANIMATED SERIES ON PRIME VIDEO!

    The first nine volumes of the greatest superhero comic in the universe from visionary creators Robert Kirkman (The Walking Dead), Cory Walker (Science Dog), and Ryan Ottley (Amazing Spider-Man), are collected in one massive paperback edition, as Mark Grayson discovering that having his father superpowers and being a hero isn’t what he expected!

    INVINCIBLE comic issues #0-47 (trade paperback volumes 1 through 9)

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    £43.12£58.99
  • Heartstopper Volume 4: The bestselling graphic novel, now on Netflix!

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    *Now an acclaimed live-action Netflix series!*
    *Heartstopper Volumes 1-4 out now, Volume 5 coming soon.*

    Boy meets boy. Boys become friends. Boys fall in love. The bestselling LGBTQ+ graphic novel about life, love, and everything that happens in between: this is the fourth volume of the HEARTSTOPPER series. *Includes exclusive Teachers mini-comic*

    ‘Absolutely delightful. Sweet, romantic, kind. Beautifully paced. I loved this book.’ RAINBOW ROWELL, author of Carry On

    Charlie didn’t think Nick could ever like him back, but now they’re officially boyfriends. Charlie’s beginning to feel ready to say those three little words: I love you.

    Nick’s been feeling the same, but he’s got a lot on his mind – not least coming out to his dad, and the fact that Charlie might have an eating disorder.

    As summer turns to autumn and a new school year begins, Charlie and Nick are about to learn a lot about what love means.

    By Alice Oseman, winner of the YA Book Prize, Heartstopper is about love, friendship, loyalty and mental illness. It encompasses all the small moments of Nick and Charlie’s lives that together make up something larger, which speaks to all of us.

    Contains discussions about mental health, eating disorders, and references to self-harm.

    ‘The queer graphic novel we wished we had at high school.’ Gay Times

    *Shortlisted for Book of the Year in the British Book Awards*

    Heartstopper was Children’s #1 bestseller in the TCM chart on 23 April 2022.

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    £6.00£12.99
  • Marvel Studios The Marvel Cinematic Universe An Official Timeline

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    Become a master of the Marvel Cinematic Universe!

    The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is vast, incredibly varied, and richly complex. Different worlds, different timelines, countless characters. This is the guide to that universe. Created in close collaboration with Marvel Studios, it will frame the MCU’s biggest events: what happened, when, and where.

    Follow the entire story of the MCU from before the Big Bang to the Blip and beyond. Along the way, learn more about the evolution of the Iron Man armors, the hunt for the Infinity Stones, and the formation of The Multiverse. Want to know how many times aliens have invaded Earth, or the complete history of Cap’s shield? Look no further!

    A treasured keepsake for any movie buff, filled with exclusive infographics, illuminating timelines, and amazing movie stills, this book will have pride of place on any MCU fan’s shelf.

    © 2023 MARVEL

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    £26.55£35.00
  • Oor Wullie & The Broons Gift Book 2024: Thon’s Entertainment

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    The Broons and Oor Wullie have been entertaining generations of Scots since their debut in the pages of The Sunday Post in 1936. This production is proud to present some of their finest thespian-themed funnies, cocked-up concerts, televisual trials, and diabolical dramas. One thing’s for sure ― they’ve been acting up for years, making this compilation of comic strips an epic of comedic proportions! Performing pets and preposterous police also feature, with special guest appearances from Oor Wullie’s wily westie and Auchenshoogle’s finest law enforcer.

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    £9.00£15.99
  • Berserk Deluxe Volume 1

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    Have you got the Guts? Kentaro Miura’s Berserk has outraged, horrified, and delighted manga and anime fanatics since 1989, creating an international legion of hardcore devotees and inspiring a plethora of TV series, feature films, and video games. And now the badass champion of adult fantasy manga is presented in an oversized 7″ x 10″ deluxe hardcover edition, nearly 700 pages amassing the first three Berserk volumes, with following volumes to come to serve up the entire series in handsome bookshelf collections. No Guts, no glory!

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    £36.19£47.99

    Berserk Deluxe Volume 1

    £36.19£47.99
  • Broons Annual 2024

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    First published in The Sunday Post in 1936, The Broons are Scotland’s happy family that makes every family happy. For eight decades, Scotland’s first family have entertained readers young and old, with a sense of humour delivered in true Scots style. Collecting almost 100 comic strips from the last two years, this annual features The Broons celebrating family life and laughs at 10 Glebe Street, around Auchentogle, and on occasional trips to the But an’ Ben.

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    £9.00£11.99

    Broons Annual 2024

    £9.00£11.99
  • Kay’s Incredible Inventions: A fascinating and fantastically funny guide to inventions that changed the world (and some that definitely didn’t)

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    Do you ever wonder where the stuff around you all came from? No, not from the shops. I mean, who had the amazing idea of making video games or the annoying idea of building a school?

    In the latest laugh-out-loud book from the record-breaking and extremely handsome Adam Kay and Henry Paker, you’ll learn about everything ever invented, from the daft to the disgusting to the downright dangerous.

    You’ll discover all about:

    – The queen who pooed on the first ever toilet

    – How velcro was invented by a dog

    – Why the Ancient Greeks wiped their bums on dinner plates

    As well as 48,762,851,208 other facts. (Approximately.)

    Praise for Kay’s Anatomy:
    ‘An enjoyably gross look at the human body. Hours of gruesome fun guaranteed’ i
    ‘Like listening to a teacher who makes pupils fall about’ Sunday Times
    ‘Totally brilliant!’ Jacqueline Wilson
    ‘Fun and informative’ Malorie Blackman
    ‘Very funny – this exciting book is bound to inspire the next generation of medics’ Sunday Express

    Praise for Kay’s Marvellous Medicine:
    ‘A ridiculously funny read that will delight, gross out and educate all at the same time’ Independent
    ‘Educational and entertaining. It should be on the national curriculum!’ Harry Hill
    ‘Completely marvellous and very funny’ BookTrust

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    £9.99£14.99
  • Harry Potter Children’s Collection: The Complete Collection

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    ‘One of the greatest literary adventures of modern times’ – Sunday Telegraph

    ‘Teachers say a chapter can silence the most rowdy of classes’ – Guardian

    ‘That rare thing, a series of stories adored by parents and children alike’ – Daily Telegraph
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    Celebrate 25 years of Harry Potter’s spellbinding adventures with this magical boxed set of J.K. Rowling’s classic series

    Escape to Hogwarts with the unmissable series that has sparked a lifelong reading journey for children and families all over the world!

    Harry Potter has never even heard of Hogwarts when letters start dropping on the doormat at number four, Privet Drive. Addressed in green ink on yellowish parchment with a purple seal, they are swiftly confiscated by his grisly aunt and uncle. Then, on Harry’s eleventh birthday, a great beetle-eyed giant of a man called Rubeus Hagrid bursts in with some astonishing news – Harry Potter is a wizard, and he has a place at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. The magic starts here .

    These irresistible paperback editions, presented in a gorgeous slipcase featuring Hogwarts, are the essential Harry Potter. A must have for every child at the start of the most magical reading adventure. These books are to be treasured and read time and time again, as readers lose themselves in the greatest children’s story of all time.

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    £33.49£62.99
  • The Blunders: A hilariously funny new illustrated children’s novel from the multi-million bestselling author of SPACEBOY

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    Million-copy bestseller David Walliams’ funniest book yet – a laugh-out-loud tale of the most blundering and lovable family in history

    Meet the Blunders: Bertie, Betsy, their children, Brutus and Bunny, along with their beloved grandma Old Lady Blunder, and their pet ostrich, Cedric. An ostrich is not a sensible pet, but then the Blunders are not sensible people.

    This family of upper-class twits lives in a crumbling country house named Blunder Hall. When their home comes under threat, they must embark on a series of comic misadventures to save it.

    Absurd and hilarious, The Blunders is David Walliams’ funniest book yet. A laugh-out-loud tale of the most blundering and lovable family in history.

    David Walliams was most recently Children’s number one bestseller with The World’s Worst Monsters (TCM Chart, 22 August 2023).

    David Walliams’ book ‘The World’s Worst Monsters’ was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 18-09-2023.

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    £7.49£14.99
  • The Harry Potter Wizarding Almanac: The official magical companion to J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter books

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    The #1 New York Times Bestseller and instant Sunday Times Bestseller

    The only official companion to the Harry Potter stories – the ultimate compendium of wizarding lists, charts, maps and all things magical!

    Whisk yourself away to Harry Potter’s wizarding world with this Whiz-bang of an illustrated companion, suitable for readers of all ages. Discover magical places, study wandlore, encounter fantastic beasts and find out about the witches and wizards who lived. From the Sorting Hat to spell-casting, it’s all packed inside!

    This dazzling gift book brings together beloved characters, unforgettable moments and iconic locations from the seven Harry Potter novels. It’s the ultimate magical miscellany, filled with facts and fun about the wizarding world, beautifully catalogued and brilliantly explored. Joyfully illustrated throughout in full colour by seven stunning artists and tingling with things to spot on every page, this is the ideal introduction to the Harry Potter stories for new readers and the perfect book for families to share. The Harry Potter Wizarding Almanac also features an astonishing level of detail that is sure to surprise and fascinate lifelong fans. From incredible cross-sections to magical maps and ingenious lists, lose yourself exploring Hogwarts and beyond .

    Wherever you are in your Harry Potter journey, the Wizarding Almanac is for you. Although the pages feature characters, objects and plot points from throughout the series, including He Who Must Not Be Named, the information has been carefully crafted to not spoil your reading experience of the stories. If you are an advanced reader, story secrets are hidden on every page – how many can you find?

    #1 New York Times Bestseller (20th October) and instant Sunday Times Bestseller (w/e 14th October)

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    £15.00£30.00
  • Guinness World Records 2024

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    Dive into thousands of new and classic records, with topics as diverse as rollercoasters, robots, movie props and gaming. The theme of this year’s edition is the BLUE PLANET, so take the plunge with our opening chapters, as we encounter bizarre and deadly sea creatures, swim through the largest coral reefs and explore the seabed for shipwrecks. Rod Hunt’s fourth and final cover in his collectable series also conjures an aquatic wonderland packed with record holders – how many can you spot?

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    £7.45£22.00
  • The Ugly Five

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    The funny and joyful picture book from the number one bestselling author and illustrator of The Gruffalo, Stick Man and Zog.

    ‘Morning had dawned on the African plain.
    The lion lay grooming his glorious mane.
    The kudu looked cool and the rhino looked fine.
    The bright pink flamingos looked simply divine.
    The zebra looked graceful; the leopard look great.

    Oh what a picture of beauty – but wait!’

    Who’s that singing on the savannah?

    The wildebeest, warthog, vulture, hyena and marabou stork swagger proudly across the savannah, rejoicing in their ugliness – and delighting their babies, who think they’re perfect just the way they are.

    Inspired by the real-life Ugly Five safari animals, this gorgeous picture book is a celebration of animals who are often rather unloved.

    • Shiny foil highlights on the cover makes this a special gift for toddlers
    • A funny and comical picture book from the UK’s number one picture book author and illustrator
    • Perfect read-aloud rhyming text and stunning pictures on every page with lots of details to spot
    • Full of fabulous animals!
    • Celebrates being yourself, family and friendship
    • From the creators of The Gruffalo, Stick Man and Zog, which have all been made into animated films
    • The Smeds and the Smoos is on BBC One at Christmas with voice artists including Bill Bailey (comedian and Strictly winner), Adjoa Andoh (Bridgerton), Sally Hawkins (Paddington movies) and Rob Brydon (Gavin and Stacey).
    • Look out for The Baddies the wickedly funny new picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

    Praise for The Ugly Five:

    ‘Donaldson’s exuberant verse and Scheffler’s strong, inimitable style are splendidly suited to these underrated, cheerful grotesques, and evoke the love between parents and children of every species’ Guardian

    ‘Another fabulous story for two- to eighty-year olds . What bliss from the creators of The Gruffalo’ The Oldie

    ‘Funny, catchy and gleeful . it’s irresistible rhymes trip off the tongue . Axel’s pictures are witty and full of character’ BBC Wildlife Magazine

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  • Monkey Puzzle

    08

    “I’ve lost my mum!”

    Where is Monkey’s mummy? It’s not too much fun being lost in the jungle, and little monkey wants his mum. Kindly butterfly is keen to help, but they don’t seem to be having much luck and keep finding the wrong animals! But eventually, they find . . . Dad! It’s just as well that he knows exactly where mum is, and she’s waiting with a well-deserved cuddle.

    Monkey Puzzle is a clever, funny and charming tale from the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo. This edition features the classic story with a stunning, redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Donaldson and Scheffler fans – big and small!

    Also available with redesigned covers are The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo’s Child, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Smartest Giant in Town, Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book, and A Squash and a Squeeze.

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  • We’re Going on a Bear Hunt: 1 (CBH Children / Picture Books)

    08

    For brave hunters and bear-lovers, the classic chant-aloud by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury.

    Follow and join in the family’s excitement as they wade through the grass, splash through the river and squelch through the mud in search of a bear. What a surprise awaits them in the cave on the other side of the dark forest!

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    £4.00£7.99
  • The Christmasaurus and the Winter Witch

    08

    The spellbinding sequel to Tom Fletcher’s bestselling magical adventure, The Christmasaurus.

    ‘She is the best-kept Christmas secret of all,’ whispered Santa Claus. ‘Which is surprising, because Christmas itself would not exist without her. She is older than time itself, yet still as young as tomorrow. She is known only as the Winter Witch.’

    One year has passed since William Trundle’s incredible adventure with the most extraordinary dinosaur: the Christmasaurus. Now, William is swept back to the magical North Pole, where he meets the mysterious, icy Winter Witch – whose power to control time allows Santa Claus to make the long journey all around the world every Christmas Eve.

    And when they learn that the fate of Christmas itself hangs in the balance, William and the Christmasaurus must work with the Winter Witch to protect it…

    Full of magic and music, humour and heart, and a friendship like no other, The Christmasaurus and the Winter Witch is the most enchanting Christmas read for the whole family by Tom Fletcher.

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  • The Rupert Annual 2024: Perfect Full-Colour, Illustrated Gift Annual for Rupert Fans of all ages with a Brand-New story from Stuart Trotter.

    08

    In this year’s Annual, Rupert enjoys some marvellously magical adventures and encounters the Pied Piper, a Golden Goose and a host of other fantastic friends

    Enjoy a brand-new story by Stuart Trotter, where Rupert has a magical mishap with a mysterious magician!

    Plus activity pages including: origami and Rupert’s Crossword.

    The stories included are:
    Rupert and the Piper
    Rupert and the Water Bottle
    Rupert and the Magic Chalk
    Rupert and the Goose Chase
    Rupert and Santa’s Present

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    £8.60£10.99
  • Who’s Hiding on Safari?: A Felt Flaps Book (Campbell Axel Scheffler, 23)

    08

    Help Little Cub look for Daddy Lion in Who’s Hiding on Safari? Lift the felt flaps to see where he is. Which other animals will you find hiding underneath?

    With soft flaps on every spread that are easy for babies to lift, helping them develop fine motor skills, and illustrated by Axel Scheffler, bestselling illustrator of The Gruffalo, this is the perfect gift to share with little ones.

    Discover more animal adventures from Axel Scheffler: In the Jungle, Who’s Hiding in the Park? and My First Search and Find: On the Farm.

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    £4.00£7.99
  • Rosie Frost and the Falcon Queen: An exhilarating novel filled with mystery, history and girl power by music icon Geri Halliwell-Horner

    08

    “A brilliant read, so inventive and exciting” Jacqueline Wilson

    Written by music icon Geri Halliwell-Horner, this fast-paced adventure on a hidden island is filled with family secrets, shocking betrayals and girl power!

    It’s time to find your power.

    Suddenly orphaned and alone, Rosie Frost is sent to the mysterious Bloodstone Island – home not only to a school for extraordinary teens, but also a sanctuary for endangered species. There, Rosie confronts a menacing deputy headmaster, a group of mean girls bent on destroying her, and shocking family secrets. She also discovers that history can come to life in ways she never could have imagined.

    When the island itself comes under threat, Rosie knows she must enter and win the Falcon Queen Games in a desperate bid to save it.

    But Rosie can’t do it alone. She finds that believing in herself – and her friends – is the first step to finding the power she never knew she had.

    • Written by Spice Girl, songwriter and author Geri Halliwell-Horner
    • With a thrilling mix of history, mystery, nature, music and adventure, this book is a brilliant read for everyone
    • Determined and big-hearted, Rosie Frost is a new kind of hero for today’s young readers

    More praise for Rosie Frost:

    “An intense and exciting read!” Erin Lyn Hamilton, Children’s Librarian for Suffolk Libraries

    “a cracking adventure” Jacqui Sydney, book blogger

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  • Mr. Men My Complete Collection Box Set: The Brilliantly Funny Classic Children’s illustrated Series

    08

    All 48 Mr Men stories in one fantastic collection!

    This delightful set features the complete collection of 48 timeless Mr. Men stories, including the much loved classic titles, Mr. Tickle, Mr. Bump and Mr. Strong. The lasting appeal of these classic books will ensure this collection takes pride of place on any child’s bookshelf. Perfect for children aged 3 and up.

    Also look out for the Little Miss My Complete Collection Box Set.

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    £34.30£239.52
  • Dog Man Unleashed: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #2)

    08

    Howl with laughter with the SECOND book in the hilarious full-colour illustrated series, Dog Man,from the creator of Captain Underpants!

    Dog Man, the newest hero from the creator of Captain Underpants, is still learning a few tricks of the trade.

    If only the Chief would throw him a bone every once and a while…

    Dog Man needs to dry up the drool, dust away the dander, and roll out of the refuse if he’s going to impress the Chief, and he needs to do it fast!

    Petey the cat is out of the bag, and his criminal curiosity is taking the city by storm.

    Can the canine crime biter unleash justice on this ruffian in time to save the city, or will Petey get away with the purrfect crime?

    Dav Pilkey’s wildly popular Dog Man series appeals to readers of all ages and explores universally positive themes, including:

    • empathy,
    • kindness,
    • persistence,
    • and the importance of being true to one’s self.

    Full colour pages throughout.

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    £5.00£8.99
  • Room on the Broom: the perfect story for Halloween

    08

    How the cat purred and how the witch grinned,
    As they sat on their broomstick and flew through the wind.

    A very funny story of quick wits and friendship, Room on the Broom is another smash hit from the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo.

    The witch and her cat fly happily over forests, rivers and mountains on their broomstick until a stormy wind blows away the witch’s hat, bow and wand. Luckily, they are retrieved by a dog, a bird and a frog, who are all keen for a ride on the broom. It’s a case of the more, the merrier, but the broomstick isn’t used to such a heavy load and it’s not long before . . . SNAP! It breaks in two! And with a greedy dragon looking for a snack, the witch’s animal pals better think fast!

    This handy board book format is perfect for younger readers. It features the classic story with a stunning redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have for even the smallest Donaldson and Scheffler fans!

    Also available in board book format and with striking redesigned covers are: The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo’s Child, The Snail and the Whale, The Smartest Giant in Town, Monkey Puzzle, Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book, and A Squash and a Squeeze.

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  • Tiddler

    08

    The funny and fabulous rhyming picture book from the number one bestselling author and illustrator of The Gruffalo, Stick Man and Zog.

    The smallest fish can tell the tallest tales …

    ‘”Sorry I’m late, Miss. I set off really early But on the way to school I was captured by a squid.

    I wriggled and I struggled till a turtle came and rescued me.”

    “Oh, no, he didn’t.”

    “OH, YES, HE DID.”’

    Tiddler is a little fish with a BIG imagination!

    Every day he tells a tall tale.

    But did he really ride a seahorse? Did he really meet a mermaid?

    And who will believe him when he really does get captured in a net?

    • Shiny foil highlights on the cover makes this a special gift for toddlers
    • The fabulously funny bestseller from the UK’s number one picture book author and illustrator
    • Perfect read-aloud rhyming text and stunning pictures on every page with lots of details to spot
    • The ideal gift for children starting school
    • Shiny foil highlights on the cover makes this a special gift for toddlers
    • From the creators of The Gruffalo, Stick Man and Zog, which have all been made into animated films
    • The Smeds and the Smoos is on BBC One at Christmas with voice artists including Bill Bailey (comedian and Strictly winner), Adjoa Andoh (Bridgerton), Sally Hawkins (Paddington movies) and Rob Brydon (Gavin and Stacey).
    • Look out for The Baddies the wickedly funny new picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

    Praise for Tiddler:

    ‘Picture book perfection . It’s got laughs, drama and great rhymes . Beat that for a happy ending” Independent

    ‘A delightful rhyming tale . a potential classic of the future, with a little hero that all children will identify with’ Derby Evening Telegraph

    ‘Great illustrations. Wildly imaginative. Utterly absorbing . Just perfect’ Liverpool Echo

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  • The Tiger Who Came to Tea

    08

    The classic picture book story of Sophie and her extraordinary teatime guest has been loved by millions of children since it was first published more than fifty years ago. Now an award-winning animation!

    The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don’t expect to see at the door is a big furry, stripy tiger!

    This warm and funny picture book story is perfect for reading aloud, or for small children to read to themselves time and again. First published in 1968 and never out of print, it has become a timeless classic enjoyed and beloved by generations of children.

    The magic begins at teatime!

    ‘A modern classic.’ The Independent

    “It’s no surprise Judith’s work is still popular. It owes nothing to the vagaries of style or fashion. Her warmth and humanity are timeless.” Michael Foreman

    Judith Kerr’s book ‘The Tiger Who Came to Tea’ was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 10-07-2023.

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