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When the elderly Mrs Mary Farraline dies on a short trip to London, her nurse, Hestor Latterly, is charged with murder. Inspector William Monk must find a calculating killer among the aloof Farraline clan, but will the family's secrets be exposed, or...

Capturing the glamour, heartache and triumphs of Junior Olympic figure-skating, this stunning new series whisks readers off to, quite literally, the coolest boarding school on earth. Francesca Willis is sharp, funny and quirky, but let's face it, pretty...

This is the second outing for the loveable and delusional star-in-the-making - Bathsheba's back!Bathsheba Clarice de Trop is going to school for the first time in her life. The daughter of a world-famous novelist, she has had a pampered, home-tutored -...

This series of Internet-linked titles covers a wide range of subjects. Vibrant photography and colourful illustrations combine with lively text and surprising facts to make these books difficult to put down.Book InformationISBN 9780746096390Format...

These simplified and shortened retellings make great literary classics accessible. Each remains faithful to the original text in the treatment of the story. They are perfect for enthusiastic young readers, who will be mesmerised by these stories and...

Talent, stardom, hard work and heartache...welcome to Fame School. Aspiring popstars will love following Chloe, Danny and all their friends as they try to make their dreams come true in this cool series, from a fresh voice in children's writing. Twins...

A breathtaking story of emotional struggle and physical endurance set in the Canadian wilderness, from the award-winning author of "The Boy in the Burning House". Synopsis Burl can't take any more bruises from his bullying father, so one day he...

Now in a new format, these little encyclopaedias feature simple text, beautiful illustrations and photographs to make each of these books a fun learning experience for young children. With fully-updated internet links.Book InformationISBN...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780746066720Author Anna CivardiFormat PaperbackPage Count 16Imprint Usborne Publishing LtdPublisher Usborne Publishing LtdWeight(grams) 36g

Designed to introduce young children to unfamiliar situations in an amusing and friendly way. Features Stephen Cartwright's delightful illustrations, providing lots to look at and talk about. An ideal starting point for young children and adults to...

Including traditional nursery rhymes from all over the world, this book's brightly coloured pages and illustrations should help children to grasp the origins and nature of each nursery rhyme.Book InformationISBN 9780746057407Author Lesley SimsFormat...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780746064351Author Ann BryantFormat PaperbackPage Count 112Imprint Usborne Publishing LtdPublisher Usborne Publishing LtdWeight(grams) 130g

Young children should enjoy having the tales in this series read out to them. They are designed for sharing and the pictures and simple text on every page will encourage children to read independently.Book InformationISBN 9780746057247Format...

Take a journey back in time to the year 1240 to meet Baron Godfrey and his family, knights and servants. Watch a cathedral being built, see how a squire becomes a knight and read the adventures of soldiers returning from a Crusade. Lively text and...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780714119571Author Neal SpencerFormat HardbackPage Count 80Imprint British Museum PressPublisher British Museum PressWeight(grams) 190g

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780713716399Author Harold BronsonFormat PaperbackPage Count 128Imprint Cassell IllustratedPublisher Octopus Publishing GroupWeight(grams) 220g

This is the first strand in a brand new series of Developing Literacy, developed to be fully in line with the government's Revised Primary Framework for Literacy. It features completely new content, a fresh up-to-date look both inside and out, and comes...

An epic tale of love and adventure at sea, this novel is a portrait of a small, eccentric community, a magical evocation of childhood where past meets present and summer becomes winter.Book InformationISBN 9780701169442Author Ib MichaelFormat...

John Parker chronicles Michael Douglas`s troubled childhood, his battles with his father and his attempts to succeed on his own. His Hollywood career is set against his private life, including his attendance at a clinic for sexual addiction.Book...

From holding lances to courtly dances, this is the ultimate guide for the novice knight, covering everything from sieges to swordplay, feasts to fights and crusades to courtly love. Written in a lively, humorous and engaging style, this book is packed...

This title includes two new editions in the popular "Discovery" series, which currently contains 13 titles.Visually exciting and highly informative each book presents its subject in a fun and accessible way. Internet links offer a fascinating...

This title features purrfect tales about fab furry felines from celebrated author Linda Newbery. When Simon's family moves home he is baffled by the elderly lady next-door, who has the rather strange habit of talking to her plants. Then one night, as he...

This work contains four new editions in the popular Discovery series, which currently contains over 13 titles. Visually exciting and highly informative, each book presents its subject in a fun and accessible way. Internet links offer a fascinating...

These are the four new editions in the popular "Discovery" series, which currently contains over 13 titles. Visually exciting and highly informative each book presents its subject in a fun and accessible way. Internet links offer a fascinating...

Enter the enchanting world of Silverlake Fairy School with palace-kitchen fairy "Lilac Blossom", in this enchanting series for girls! Bugs and Butterflies is every fairy's favourite magical sport, and Lila dreams of being chosen for her Clan's...

This is a wonderful collection of nineteen animal folktales. Containing stories from well-known authors such as Rudyard Kipling and Aesop as well as traditional tales from around the world including fighting crabs, gigantic frogs and a polar bear's...

Four original stories about princes and princesses for children just beginning to learn how to read. Meet clumsy princes, stubborn princesses and a rather pongy prince named Percy in these highly amusing stories. Usborne Young Reading has been developed...

Meet Lucy! Smart, sassy and super-stylish, she's a stand-up babe with a passion for fashion.Lucy and her best friends forever (BFF) have been given the task of organizing the school disco, and they're determined to make it more exciting than the usual...

Split into six sections, this baby and toddler treasury includes a scrapbook for parents to record baby's key moments, such as a first footprint, first Christmas, first birthday and others. Action rhymes, stories, lullabies and nursery rhymes are also...

This is a beautifully illustrated anthology, with a selection of poems ranging from classic poets like Roald Dahl and Lewis Carroll and exciting new contemporary poets. The poems cover many different themes and moods, and are chosen to show children how...

The seventh title in the lively Ballerina Dreams series, written by trained dancer and successful author, Ann Bryant. The Central School of Ballet has been involved in the creation of these realistic stories capturing the dreams and dramas of three...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780746064344Author Ann BryantFormat PaperbackPage Count 112Imprint Usborne Publishing LtdPublisher Usborne Publishing LtdWeight(grams) 128g

A beautifully illustrated anthology, with a selection of poems ranging from classics like Roald Dahl and Lewis Carroll to exciting new contemporary poets. Ages 6+.Book InformationISBN 9780746064221Format HardbackPage Count 96Imprint Usborne Publishing...

Jasmine dreams of being a world-famous ballerina, but her Dad wants her to give up ballet and concentrate on schoolwork. Will she be the star of the end-of-term ballet show and convince him to change his mind?Book InformationISBN 9780746060254Author Ann...

Poppy desperately wants to be entered for the ballet exam. But when a new girl arrives in class, she's distracted and makes a mess of her dance routine. Poppy is convinced she's failed, until a little help from her friends means her wish might still come...

If commas are confusing and adjectives perplexing, then this series will enable any reader to assess and improve their skills. With clear and simple explanations the rules and regulations of the English language become clear. This book focuses on...

A guide for complete beginners and those wanting to improve their Italian. Internet-links offer opportunites to hear the language spoken by native speakers. Grammar is clearly explained and puzzles and excercises are included. For primary and secondary...

This large format picture book of first words in French invites very young children into the lively, humorous scenes of family life.Book InformationISBN 9780746041802Author Heather AmeryFormat PaperbackPage Count 32Imprint Usborne Publishing LtdPublisher...

Discover the famous sights of London and the amazing stories behind them in this lively guide. Packed with information on landmarks, culture, transport, shopping and more, with entertaining anecdotes on London's most famous attractions. Includes a...

A highly acclaimed, straightforward and reassuring guide describing exactly what happens at puberty, with informative sections on sex, contraception and sexually transmitted diseases, and advice on hygiene, exercise and healthy eating. This book contains...