'Laugh-out-loud funny. Kids are going to love The Cheat Book!' Cressida Cowell
'Comedy gold!' Louie Stowell
This hilarious guide to being 'too cool for school' (or just cool enough) from brilliant author-illustrator RAMZEE. Perfect for 8+ readers of Diary of a Wimpy… read more
THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER
SHORTLISTED FOR THE WATERSTONES DEBUT FICTION PRIZE 2023
'Unforgettable' Observer
'Masterful' Irish Times
'Explosive' The Telegraph
For those of you wanting a captivating and compelling read for your book group this summer, look no further than Kala by Colin… read more
These book discussion prompts can be used to help children talk about their Summer Reading Challenge books with library staff, volunteers, teachers or at home.
Illustrations by Natelle Quek and © The Reading Agency 2024. read more
To celebrate the third book in the irresistible Crookhaven series, Hachette Children's Group have created a fantastic digital, activity pack for schools.
It's Gabriel's third year at Crookhaven School for Thieves. Along with the usual Break-In challenge – this… read more
A stunning timeslip tale about a boy who finds himself trapped in a well-known mining incident that happened many years before! This story of family, community and hope by debut author Karon Alderman is perfect for fans of Skellig and The Wild Way Home.
Download the "teaching… read more
Get creative this summer with this set of fun 'how-to' activities from Create and The Reading Agency! Each of the activities links to one of the Marvellous Makers characters… find out more about them at summerreadingchallenge.org.uk/news
Click the link below to download!
*How to make your… read more
Dare to stray off the path into a spooky supernatural adventure of dark twists and creepy turns? The magic of Grimmhart Forest awaits…
Never go into the forest at night
Only trust a map written by your own hand
And, above all, do not show the trees your fear . . .
A mysterious… read more
A fresh, funny story about white lies, brutal honesty and a bangle with special powers, from award-winning journalist and author Radhika Sanghani.
Priya Shah lies. A lot. She pretends everything in her life is perfect, so she doesn't disappoint anyone.
But when she puts on a bangle left… read more
The whole of Pirate Academy is abuzz with anticipation for the upcoming Oceans Bound weekend. It’s the first time the young pirate apprentices of Barracuda Class will set sail as five independent crews – with no teacher oversight!
Excitement reaches fever-pitch as Commodore Kuo and Captain… read more
Try is an irresistibly big-hearted picture book about a friendship between two young boys, inspired by the real-life affection between rugby legends, fundraising heroes and best friends Rob Burrow and Kevin Sinfield.
Meet Rob and Kev. They play games together, laugh together and go to school… read more
2024, Cambridge, England
Billy’s got problems. A Levels, a mum who checked out of parenting a while ago, and then… there’s what Billy’s done to Cass, her person. Some secrets are too toxic to keep, but there’s no way Billy can let this one loose.
1974, Famagusta, Cyprus
Anna’s a good… read more
The third book in The Wildsmith series.
Rowan has been working as a wildsmith, rescuing magical animals. But when she finds herself alone and far from home, this time Rowan is the one who needs to be rescued! She travels deep into enemy territory and makes some surprising discoveries, coming… read more