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Bathsheba Clarice de Trop thinks she’s a star. Well, her mum is a world-famous novelist whose books are all about the amazing adventures of her fabulous daughter, and of course the stories must be true. But when Bathsheba is confronted by her down-and-out father, and discovers that her role in the fantastic new Bathsheba film will be played by hot US actress Avocado Dieppe, she has to face reality. She might not be as famous as she liked to think, but maybe she can still be a star in her o...

Minna is just a blacksmiths daughter, yet she succeeds in raising a sickly abandoned foal, turning him into the pride of the Roman cavalry. Her stubborn determination and fiery nature burn brightly in the quiet fort of Othona and soon attract the secret admiration of the proud commander, Theo. When strong-willed Minna rescues an abandoned foal, she does not realise that he will become the pride of the Roman cavalry, nor the part they will play when her town is threatened by bloodthirsty pirates....

Matty Brand can see the spirits of the dead, and when she moves to Tagram House with her mother, her psychic powers reveal that two murdered children haunt the house. Matty realises that she must untangle the mystery of their deaths, in order to prevent another murder from being committed. Mattys sixth sense tells her that Tagram House harbours a dark secret. Her fears lead her to the eerie Shadow Garden ... Like cold fingers reaching from the grave, a chilling atmosphere of mystery and suspense...

The fifth and final fantastical adventure in the Secret series in which Cass, Max-Ernest and Yo-Yoji are accused of stealing a very-valuable-and-not-to-be-touched ancient Egyptian mummy from the local museum. They are determined to clear their names, but after getting accidentally trapped in a crate with a mummified cat, the three youngest members of the Terces society unwittingly find themselves on their way to the great pyramids of... Las Vegas. Amongst the dusty corridors of the Cairo Hotel a...

Tara often feels abandoned by her busy parents, but she loves being at Rockley Park school where she is learning to be a great guitarist. She realizes just how lucky she is when she hears about a struggling African school for orphans, and decides to do something to help. A charity CD seems like the perfect idea, but can she really make her ambitious plan work? Talent, stardom, hard work and heartache... welcome to Fame School. Getting a place at Rockley Park school for talented young performers ...

A TV crew is coming to the school and twins Pop and Lolly are the star attraction - but whats Lollys secret? Talent, stardom, hard work and heartache ... welcome to Fame School! Getting a place at Rockley Park school for talented young performers involves struggle and sacrifice, and thats just the beginning! Life at Rockley Park is packed full of new friends, potential enemies, crises and triumphs. Age 9 Key Stage KS2/3 E Accelerated Reader level 4.6 MYPaperback ISBN: 9780746061206 Extent: 128 p...

The utterly gripping fourth fantastic book in the Secret series in which Cass’s mind has been transported back to Medieval England after she dared to taste the Midnight Sun’s deadly chocolate. She must seek out her ancient ancestor and founder of the Terces Society, the jester, and help him escape the evil clutches of Lord Pharaoh, founder of the Midnight Sun. To Cass’s horror, when she wakes from her coma she has forgotten everything. But a school trip to a medieval fair stirs...

Danny’s drumming talents are in demand, but his rival is intent on trouble. Talent, stardom, hard work and heartache ... welcome to Fame School! Getting a place at Rockley Park school for talented young performers involves struggle and sacrifice, and thats just the beginning! Life at Rockley Park is packed full of new friends, potential enemies, crises and triumphs. Age 9 Key Stage KS2/3 E Accelerated Reader level 4.9 MYPaperback ISBN: 9780746061190 Extent: 128 pages Dimensions: 198 x 130m...

Hi! Lucy Jessica Hartley here with something mega-ly exciting to tell you! Theyre making a movie right here in my town and Im going to audition for a part. How totally cool is that?!!! Right must go this second and create a fab outfit to make me stand out on screen - fingers crossed that gorgeous film star Daniel Blake will notice me too! The star-struck swoonings of soon-to-be teenager Lucy Jessica Hartley as she deals with demanding directors, costume catastrophes and fame-crazy friends. Age 9...

Some older boys at school ask Lucy to help them with the image for their band, and it’s not long before she develops a major crush on the lead guitarist. But is she just setting herself up for a giant dose of cringitis? Girls everywhere will identify with her bra-size embarrassment, parent troubles, best-friend dilemmas and secret crushes. Kelly McKain is a fresh and vibrant new voice in children’s fiction, and is totally in touch with the world of girls on the cusp of adolescence. A...

Frankie’s dream has come true. She’s made it to the Olympics and she’s going for gold! But the competition is fierce and one of her rivals will stop at nothing to win. Can Frankie keep a cool head and skate to perfection when it matters most? Capturing the glamour, heartache and triumphs of Junior Olympic figure-skating, this stunning series whisks readers off, quite literally, to the coolest boarding school on earth. Age 9 Key Stage KS2 E Lexile Measure 830L Paperback ISBN: 97...

The last thing hot new model Axelle expects to find at a photo shoot is a top stylist dead on set. But as a high-heeled, runway-ready secret sleuth, shes just the girl to solve the mystery of who poisoned Elisabeta. With gorgeous Sebastian by her side, Axelle plunges into a world of dirty rumours, sparkling jewels and high-speed chases to track a ruthless killer. Could this be Axelles most dangerous investigation yet? Age 11 Key Stage KS3 E BIC CBMC D3N79 Accelerated Reader level 5.8 MYPaperback...

Passion, courage and determination burn brightly in Minna’s third adventure, from a classic author. Set in a beautifully atmospheric Roman world, this classic story will enchant girls looking for action, adventure and romance. With internet links to find out more about life in Roman Britain. Age 11 Key Stage KS2/3 E Lexile Measure 880L Accelerated Reader level 5.8 MYPaperback ISBN: 9780746090886 Extent: 192 pages Dimensions: 198 x 130mm...

The third and final book in The Battles of Ben Kingdom trilogy. Spring 1892, and Victorian London is ruled by fear. The bloodthirsty Legion have captured the Queen and walled off the city, ushering in a reign of terror. Only the Watchers, a motley band of rebels let by Ben Kingdom, can stop them. But in the darkest pit of hell, evil creatures are stirring, ready to be called forth... Will the Watchers be victorious, or could this be Ben’s last battle? Age 10 Key Stage KS3 E Lexile Measure ...

When Eddy Stone accidentally releases a wizard from a cursed lamp, his towns wishes start coming true and his world is turned upside down. Tumbling into a land of genies, mad emperors and dancing camels, can Eddy put a stop to this wayward wishing? Age 9 Key Stage KS2 E BIC CBMC C3N79 Paperback ISBN: 9781474936750 Extent: 304 pages Dimensions: 198 x 130mmIllustrator Francis Blake

When Eddy Stone accidentally releases a wizard from a cursed lamp, his towns wishes start coming true and his world is turned upside down. Tumbling into a land of genies, mad emperors and dancing camels, can Eddy put a stop to this wayward wishing? Age 9 Key Stage KS2 E BIC CBMC C3N79 Paperback ISBN: 9781474936750 Extent: 304 pages Dimensions: 198 x 130mmIllustrator Francis Blake

Front row seats for the hottest ticket in town... starring Cassidy Bond! Singing! Dancing! Acting! You name it, Ill do it... or at least try, as Ive got just four weeks at Dance and Drama Academy to perfect a show-stopping performance! I love rehearsing with my super-talented BFFs and I hope I can sparkle in the spotlight. But with my wobbly warbling, two left feet and stage fright, I might be a dramatic disaster... Age 9 Key Stage KS2 E BIC CBMC D3N79 Accelerated Reader level 5.5 MYPaperback IS...

Bathsheba can’t wait to go to Dramarama camp with her best friend Keisha. But when Keisha’s granny falls ill, Bathsheba has to go by herself. Luckily, lovable Bath soon makes friends, and uses her budding talent to fight off stiff competition from an ambitious camp clique of returning pupils – landing a starring role in the final cabaret! But when Dramarama Camp’s director breaks her leg, the special guest-tutor, Hollywood starlet Avocado Dieppe (and Bath’s arch-nem...

When a deliciously dangerous case lands right on her London doorstep, top model and secret sleuth Axelle cant resist strapping on her heels and snapping on her shades to track down the person who attacked fashion photographer Gavin. But whats the deal with the mysterious memory stick full of photos? And can Axelle stop getting distracted by a certain mega-cute boy band member long enough to stop a killer in their tracks? Age 11 Key Stage KS2 E Accelerated Reader level 5.9 MYPaperback ISBN: 97814...

Marmalade is a gifted dancer but he loves being the class clown and is starting to annoy his teachers, and even his friends. He goes one step too far when he falls while showing off and hurts his ankle. How can he perform in the concert with his leg in plaster? Talent, stardom, hard work and heartache ... welcome to Fame School! Getting a place at Rockley Park school for talented young performers involves struggle and sacrifice, and thats just the beginning! Life at Rockley Park is packed full o...