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Brand: St Martin's Press
EAN: 9781250256621
MPN: 9781250256621
Category: Books & Magazines

Downton Abbey: The Official Film Companion is a stunning memento, bringing the world and the characters of our favorite fictional country house to life. Featuring spectacular photographs from the production, interviews with the cast and crew, and a look into the historical and geographical backdrop of the film, this official guide to the Downton Abbey film is made to be treasured and loved by fans across the globe. The film revolves around the King and Queen making an official visit to Downton in 1927, and not only sees the return of all the main cast from the final television series, but also introduces some great British actors to the world of Downton, as we meet the royal family and their retinue. The accompanying book is lavishly illustrated with stunning shots from both behind and in front of the camera, which capture some wonderful off-guard moments during filming, as well as the original costume illustrations.
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Brand: Corgi Books
EAN: 9780552578981
MPN: 9780552578981
Category: Books & Magazines

Titles in This Set: 1. Magisterium: The Iron Trial 2. Magisterium: The Copper Gauntlet 3. Magisterium: The Bronze Key 4. Magisterium: The Silver Mask 5. Magisterium: The Golden Tower Description: Magisterium: The Iron Trial Think you know magic? Think again. The Magisterium awaits . . . Most people would do anything to get into the Magisterium and pass the Iron Trial. Not Callum Hunt. Call has been told his whole life that he should never trust a magician. And so he tries his best to do his worst – but fails at failing. Now he must enter the Magisterium. It's a place that's both sensational and sinister. And Call realizes it has dark ties to his past and a twisty path to his future. The Iron Trial is just the beginning. Call’s biggest test is still to come . . . Magisterium: The Copper Gauntlet Callum Hunt’s summer break isn’t like other kids’. His closest companion is a Chaos-ridden wolf, Havoc. His father suspects him of being secretly evil. And, of course, most kids aren’t heading back to school in the magical world of the Magisterium . . . It’s not easy for Call . . . and it gets even harder after he checks out his basement and discovers that his dad might be trying to destroy both him and Havoc. Call escapes to the Magisterium but things only intensify there. The Alkahest - a copper gauntlet capable of separating certain magicians from their magic - has been stolen. And in their search to discover the culprit, Call and his friends awaken the attention of some very dangerous foes - and get closer to an even more dangerous truth. As the mysteries of the Magisterium deepen and widen, bestselling authors Holly Black and Cassandra Clare take readers on an extraordinary journey through one boy’s conflict -and a whole world’s fate. Magisterium: The Bronze Key Magic can save you, Magic can kill you It should be a time of celebration. The Enemy of Death is dead; a severed head proof of his downfall. The magical world has no reason to believe otherwise, and Callum, Tamara and Aaron are celebrated as heroes. But at a party held in their honour, things go horribly, brutally wrong. A fellow student is callously murdered, and it seems Call’s worst fears are confirmed: there is a spy in the Magisterium. No one is safe. Now, using the powerful magic they’ve been taught, the trio must risk their lives to track down the killer. But magic is dangerous – in the wrong hands it could bring terrible destruction. And reveal the deadliest secret of all . . . Magisterium: The Silver Mask Callum Hunt's life has fallen apart. His friend is gone. The spy has escaped. His secret is out. He is facing an existence behind bars, banished from the rest of the magical community for what he is - for what he might become. But a shocking revelation has promised freedom - at a cost. Will he stay strong, and faithful to his friends and teachers? Or take the risk, and destroy everything he's ever loved? Magisterium: The Golden Tower A generation ago, powerful mage Constantine Madden...
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Brand: Hodder Children’s Books
EAN: 9789124123604
MPN: 9789124123604
Category: Books & Magazines

From cult webcomic to Kickstarter success story, and now a hit Netflix series! Grab the first four volumes of Heartstopper by Alice Oseman and get caught up in this heartwarming tale of boy meets boy. The Heartstopper books by Alice Oseman are a young adult LGBTQ+ series that captivates and resonates with readers of all ages. The series consists of four volumes and follows the blossoming relationship between two high school students, Charlie and Nick. Volume 1 begins with Charlie, a popular and talented rugby player, and Nick, a quiet and reserved student, both attending a prestigious private school in England. Despite their vastly different personalities and social standings, Charlie and Nick form an unexpected bond. Over the course of the book, we see their friendship develop into something more as they navigate their feelings for each other in a world where being openly gay is still a challenge. In volume 2, Charlie and Nick’s relationship is put to the test as they face the difficulties that come with being in a same-sex relationship. This includes facing judgment and prejudice from their peers and families, as well as the pressure to conform to societal norms. Despite these obstacles, the two young men continue to support and encourage each other as they navigate the complexities of their relationship. Volume 3 delves deeper into Charlie and Nick’s relationship as they prepare to attend university. This volume focuses on their growth as individuals and how their relationship evolves as they experience new and exciting opportunities. They also face new challenges and confront the difficult truths about themselves and their relationship. Through it all, Charlie and Nick remain committed to each other, demonstrating the strength and resilience of their love. Finally, in volume 4, Charlie and Nick’s relationship reaches new heights as they prepare to start the next chapter of their lives together. This final volume is a testament to the power of love and the importance of self-discovery and acceptance. Through their journey, Charlie and Nick learn to appreciate and accept themselves for who they are and how their relationship has helped them become the people they were meant to be. One of the standout elements of the Heartstopper books is the representation of LGBTQ+ relationships. The series is a refreshing and authentic portrayal of same-sex love, highlighting the difficulties and triumphs that come with it. The story offers a much-needed representation of LGBTQ+ relationships in young adult literature and serves as a source of comfort and encouragement for those who may not have seen themselves represented in this way before. The series is also a testament to the power of friendship and the importance of supporting and encouraging those we care about. Charlie and Nick’s friendship is the foundation of their relationship, and it’s inspiring to see the lengths they go to support each other. The Heartstopper books remind us that love and...
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Brand: Scholastic
EAN: 9780702334696
MPN: 9780702334696
Category: Books & Magazines

Titles In This Set: To All The Boys I've Loved Before P.S. I Still Love You Always and Forever, Lara Jean Description: To All the Boys I've Loved Before Lara Jean keeps her love letters in a hatbox her mother gave her. One for every boy she's ever loved. When she writes, she can pour out her heart and soul and say all the things she would never say in real life, because her letters are for her eyes only.Until the day her secret letters are mailed, and suddenly Lara Jean's love life goes from imaginary to out of control. P.S. I Still Love You Lara Jean and her love letters are back in this utterly irresistible sequel to TO ALL THE BOYS I'VE LOVED BEFORE.Lara Jean didn't expect to really fall for Peter. But suddenly they are together for real - and it's far more complicated than when they were pretending! Always and Forever, Lara Jean Lara Jean's letter-writing days aren't over in this surprise follow-up to the New York Times bestselling To All the Boys I've Loved Before and P.S. I Still Love You. Lara Jean is having the best senior year a girl could ever hope for.
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Brand: Usborne Publishing Ltd
EAN: 9781801310222
MPN: 9781801310222
Category: Books & Magazines

Titles in this set: Planet Earth Volcanoes Weather Rain Forests Under the Sea Trees Earthquakes & Tsunamis Rubbish & Recyclying Antarctica Seasons Description: Little children will adore this set of fact books from the popular Beginners series. With simple, bite-sized chunks of text accompanied by vivid illustrations and photographs, Usborne's Beginners series is specially designed for children beginning to read on their own. Includes: Beginners Planet earth, Volcanoes, How flowers grow, Weather, Rain Forests, Seashore, Under the Sea, Trees, Storms & Hurricanes and Earthquakes.
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Brand: Pan Macmillan
EAN: 9786880766854
MPN: 9786880766854
Category: Books & Magazines

Title in This Set: 1. A Girl Called Owl 2. Owl and the Lost Boy 3. Snowglobe 4. Shadows of Winterspell 5. Lightning Falls Description: A Girl Called Owl It's bad enough having a mum dippy enough to name you Owl, but when you've got a dad you've never met, a best friend who needs you more than ever, and a new boy at school giving you weird looks, there's not a lot of room for much else. So when Owl starts seeing strange frost patterns on her skin, she's tempted to just burrow down under the duvet and forget all about it. Could her strange new powers be linked to her mysterious father? And what will happen when she enters the magical world of winter for the first time? Owl and the Lost Boy Being stuck in an eternal summer is not fun. Especially when you're Jack Frost's daughter. Owl's friend Alberic – who also happens to be the Earl of Autumn's son – is missing. Determined to find him and end the perpetual summer, Owl and her best friend Mallory embark on an adventure that will take them deep into the magical world of time itself. But Alberic's disappearance is shrouded in secret, and there's more going on than meets the eye. As an epic battle of the elements approaches, will Owl and Alberic be able to control their magic and restore the natural world? Snowglobe When daydreamer Clementine discovers a mysterious house standing in the middle of town that was never there before, she is pulled towards it by the powerful sense of a mother she never knew. The place is full of snowglobes, swirling with stars and snow and each containing a trapped magician, watched over by Gan, the bitter keeper of the house. One of these is Dylan, a boy who teases her in the real world but who is now desperate for her help. So Clem ventures into the snowglobes, rescuing Dylan and discovering her own powerful connection to the magic of these thousand worlds. Vowing to release the magicians from the control of their enchantments, Clem unknowingly unleashes a struggle for power that will not only put her family, but the future of magic itself in danger. Shadows of Winterspell Sparkling with frost and magic, Shadows of Winterspell will sweep you up in a world of friendship and magic, to uncover family secrets and find out who you really are. Stella has been living behind the magic of the forest for most of her life. Lonely, she enrolls at the local school, and as she begins to make friends, she discovers that she is even more different than she thought. But as autumn turns to magical winter, Stella realizes that uncovering her own family secret is the only way to release the forest from the grip of a dark and old magic. Lightning Falls Valerie has been living at Lightning Falls nearly all her life. She’s perfectly happy helping Meg and the rest of the family to haunt the guests who come to stay there at the crumbling Ghost House. One night, she sees a strange boy, Joe, up on the viaduct. There she discovers that beneath the river is a bridge – one that will take her to the...
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Brand: Red fox
EAN: 9781782959137
MPN: 9781782959137
Category: Books & Magazines

Astrosaurs is a popular series of children's books written by Steve Cole. The series follows the adventures of a group of space-faring dinosaurs who work as the law enforcement team of the galaxy, keeping the peace and fighting evil. The books are aimed at children aged 7-11 and are a fun and engaging way for young readers to learn about science and space exploration. The series currently consists of 22 books, each of which tells a standalone story set in the Astrosaurs universe. The first book in the series, Riddle of the Raptors, was published in 2005, and since then, the series has gone on to become a firm favourite with children and parents alike. The books are filled with exciting adventures, high-stakes action, and plenty of humour, making them a perfect choice for young readers who enjoy science fiction and fantasy. The series is set in a distant future, where dinosaurs have evolved to become intelligent and have mastered space travel. The heroes of the series are a group of astrosaurs, led by Captain Teggs Stegosaur, who works for the Dinosaur Space Service (DSS), an organization responsible for keeping the peace in the galaxy. The astrosaurs travel through space in their spaceship, the Sauropod, battling evil and protecting the innocent. Each book in the series is a self-contained adventure, with the astrosaurs facing a new threat in each instalment. The threats they face range from rogue asteroids to evil alien races, and the astrosaurs use their unique skills and abilities to overcome each challenge. Captain Teggs is a skilled strategist and tactician, while his crew includes characters like Arx Orano, the sauropod engineer, and Gipsy Saurine, the team's tough-as-nails pilot. One of the things that set the Astrosaurs series apart from other children's books is the way it incorporates real science and space exploration into the stories. The author, Steve Cole, is a former editor of the BBC's science fiction magazine and has a background in science writing. This expertise is evident throughout the books, which are filled with fascinating details about space travel, astrophysics, and biology. Despite the scientific accuracy of the books, they are also incredibly fun and engaging. The characters are all unique and memorable, and each book is filled with exciting action and adventure. The humour in the series is also a big draw for young readers, with jokes and puns that will have children laughing out loud. The Astrosaurs series has been praised for its ability to inspire a love of science and space exploration in young readers. By presenting real scientific concepts in a fun and accessible way, the books encourage children to think about the world around them and develop an interest in science and technology. The series has also been praised for its positive messages about teamwork, perseverance, and the importance of standing up for what is right. In addition to the 22 books in the series, there are also several spin-off titles,...
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