A powerful new novel from internationally bestselling Jenny Downham, author of "Before I Die". Spanning three generations, this addresses dementia, single motherhood and teenage angst.
The latest in the ultimate history lesson sees Adam Murphy dig up and interview even more unusual and fascinating dead people and find out about their extraordinary lives. "Corpse Talk: Season 1" was shortlisted for a Blue Peter Award.
13 chairs around a table in a haunted house: 13 chilling ghost stories to send shivers down the spine of all but the strongest-hearted. The second offering from award-winning author and illustrator Dave Shelton.
A haunting coming of age story, exploring disability and diversity, fears and dreams and what makes a family. Includes illustrations by Jon Klassen. *Also appeared in Nov/Dec Buyer's Notes*
Set in Ireland in 1984, this novel tells a story of a pregnant teenage girl who is left to care for her younger siblings following the death of their mother, and their father's descent into an alcoholic depression.
Alex is bullied at school, but finds the courage to be different and do something extreme. A debut novel that poignantly deals with bullying, friendship and loneliness. Ages: 13+
From Martin Brown, illustrator of the mega-selling "Horrible Histories", David Fickling Books presents "Lesser Spotted Animals". Find out all about the brilliant beasts you never even knew existed. *Also appeared in September Buyer's Notes*