Classics

The classic story about a cat in danger of using up all of her nine lives from the author of The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark. Suzy is a little striped cat, who lives in a French seaside village with a fisherman and his four sons. Like all...

A classic of Victorian literature, and one of the earliest books written specifically for boys, Tom Brown's Schooldays has long had an influence well beyond the middle-class, public school world that it describes. An active social reformer, Hughes wrote...

A beautiful anniversary edition of the classic bedtime story with shiny gold cover flourishes - the ideal gift and perfect for sharing at bedtime to sooth small children to sleep.Featuring a look at the fascinating story behind the creation of one of the...

A fresh, funny and accessible retelling of Jane Austen's classic story, with witty black and white illustrations throughout.Emma Woodhouse is pretty, clever and rich, and sees no reason why she would ever need to get married. But she loves matchmaking...

This very special Little Miss book is the perfect gift for Mother's Day. The Little Miss will help you show your mummy just how special she is to you. From making you smile, even when things are going wrong, to...

A special 32 page picture book adaptation of Dodie Smith's much-loved classic story, perfect for children aged 3 years and up. When Missis and Pongo's darling Dalmatian puppies are stolen, they know just...

Lose yourself in Wonderland with The Macmillan Alice Colouring Book, a beautiful colouring book, with black line illustrations by Sir John Tenniel taken from the original Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass. The decoration and...

It's time to welcome new girls to Malory Towers, the famous boarding school by the sea, in four brand-new stories by outstanding authors, set in Enid Blyton's much-loved school.YA and Waterstones Book Prize-winner Patrice Lawrence introduces us to proud...

When Father goes away with two strangers one evening, the lives of Roberta, Peter and Phyllis are shattered. They and their mother have to move from their comfortable London home to go and live in a simple country cottage, where Mother writes books to...

A sweet and uplifting Mr Men Little Miss story about coping with change and trying something new Some people are excited about new experiences, while others are nervous about change. The Little Miss Twins may look...

STOP PRESS! The House in Cornwall was chosen as Children's Book of the Week by The Times (July 2024)As featured on BBC Radio CornwallManderley Press is delighted to announce the publication of a brand-new edition of Noel Streatfeild's The House in...

The magical bestselling adventure book by acclaimed author Sophie Anderson. Magic awaits, all you have to do is believe...When thirteen-year-old Olia, steps through a magical doorway, she discovers another land. A land tangled by magic, where hope is...

One day Mr Christmas receives a call from his uncle asking for help. Can Mr Christmas help Father Christmas deliver presents to all of the Mr Men? Mr Men and Little Miss Celebrations introduce children to all the exciting occasions that people...

Mary Lennox was horrid. Selfish and spoilt, she was sent to stay with her hunchback uncle in Yorkshire. She hated it. But when she finds the way into a secret garden and begins to tend it, a change comes over her and her life. She meets and befriends a...

Mary Lennox was horrid. Selfish and spoilt, she was sent to stay with her hunchback uncle in Yorkshire. She hated it. But when she finds the way into a secret garden and begins to tend it, a change comes over her and her life. She meets and befriends a...

There's more to life than lessons at Malory Towers, Enid Blyton's best-loved boarding school series. This fantastic bumper collection contains Malory Towers books 4-6, with a brand-new cover illustrated by Pippa Curnick. Upper FourthDarrell Rivers is...

'A true genius . . . Roald Dahl is my hero' - David WalliamsOne child a week is fifty-two a year.Squish them and squiggle them and make them disappear.BEWARE. There are witches EVERYWHERE. Witches could be a cashier in a supermarket, a woman driving a...

The fourth title in a new series of board book stories for the very young set in Peter Rabbit's world. Peter can't sleep. He's too big for his bedroom with his sisters, Flopsy, Mopsy and Cotton-tail. But is he big enough for his own room? The simple...

This 15-book collection includes all the stories in The Wizard of Oz series by L. Frank Baum. These beloved children's classics have fresh new covers that bring these timeless classics to a whole new generation.Classic stories in new beautiful...

More classic fun and adventure with the Ruggles family from One End Street!Three of the Ruggles children have measles - but it turns out to be a blessing in disguise as they are sent to Dew Drop Inn, a wonderful house in the country, while they recover...

The bestselling children's books series for over 50 years! Little Miss Stubborn was extraordinarily stubborn. Once she had made up her mind there was no unmaking it. The Mr Men and Little Miss have been...

HarperCollins is proud to present its new range of best-loved, essential classics. 'Oliver Twist has asked for more!' Fleeing the workhouse, Oliver finds himself taken under the wing of the Artful Dodger and caught up with a group...

HarperCollins is proud to present its new range of best-loved, essential classics. 'Oliver Twist has asked for more!' Fleeing the workhouse, Oliver finds himself taken under the wing of the Artful Dodger and caught up with a group...

The bestselling children's books series for over 50 years! Mr Messy was the messiest person you'd ever met in your whole life. He looked messy because he was messy in everything he did... The Mr Men and...

This traditional fairy tale has been loved around the world for more than a century, and remains a firm favourite with parents looking for children's classics to read with their little one. When the three little pigs leave home, they build houses made of...

A fresh, funny and accessible retelling of Jane Austen's best-known story, with witty black and white illustrations throughout.Elizabeth Bennet is the second eldest in a family of five daughters. Although their mother is very keen to see them all married...

Discover our collectable Puffin Clothbound Classic edition of Treasure Island Puffin Clothbound Classics are stunning collectable gift editions of some of the best-loved classics in the world - celebrate the 140th anniversary of Treasure Island with this...

First Stories: The Wind in the Willows is the perfect introduction for young children to Kenneth Grahame's classic tale. Push, pull and slide mechanisms bring the story of Mr. Toad and his high-speed adventure to life. Row down the river with Mole and...

Join Dr. Seuss on the road to reading with a host of crazy creatures, from wockets in pockets to waskets in baskets! Is there a woset in your closet, or a nink in the sink? As that would be rather nice, I think! Learn all about rhymes and fun...

A brilliant new activity book containing over 100 stickers! Based on Judith Kerr's beloved story The Tiger Who Came to Tea Based on Judith Kerr's best-loved story, The Tiger Who Came to Tea, this brilliant and fun-filled activity book is...

This powerful and dignified story about a Cuban fisherman's struggle with a great fish has the universal appeal of a struggle between man and the elements, the hunter with the hunted. It earned Hemingway the Nobel prize and has been made into an...

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Brambly Hedge with this exquisite slipcased volume containing all eight well-loved, classic picture books. The mice of Brambly Hedge made their first appearance in 1980 when the four seasonal stories were...

During the Second World War, the Netherlands is still under Nazi control and any acts of resistance are punishable by death. But when sixteen-year-old Michiel is asked to take care of a wounded British Spitfire pilot he doesn't think twice. He joins...

A lively, humorous retelling for children of Geoffrey Chaucer's Canterbury Tales, by award-winning author Geraldine McCaughrean.About the AuthorGeoffrey Chaucer was born in London in about 1342, and is known as 'the father of English Literature'. He rose...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781398808140Author Antoine de Saint-ExuperyFormat HardbackPage Count 128Imprint Arcturus Publishing LtdPublisher Arcturus Publishing Ltd

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780593182215Author Richard ScarryPage Count 20Imprint Golden Books Publishing Company, Inc.Publisher Random House USA Inc

Don't miss Harry the Dirty Dog! This funny picture book about the strong-willed dog who really doesn't want a bath stands the test of time. Harry is a white dog with black spots who absolutely, positively hates to take a bath. After a day of adventure,...

Build your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right level A brand new Alice for children today to enjoy, beautifully retold and illustrated by multi-award-winning author Emma Chichester Clark, which captures the original tale...

Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timmy the dog find excitement and adventure wherever they go in Enid Blyton's most popular series, The Famous Five. This new collection contains three fantastic books in one volume. Join the adventure!Five Go to Billycock...

This beautiful hardback features an eye-catching foiled cover, and is the perfect gift for all those who have been entertained by Toy Story and a book to be treasured by all.A family favourite, Pixar Toy Story is one of the best-loved films of...