Children's Pre-Order Books

by Coco Wyo

€7.99

Welcome to Comfy Corner - quiet spaces of calm, creativity and comfort.Curl up with 45 peaceful scenes - a little messy but full of charm - where you can unwind and feel right at home. Colour your way to comfy, one mindful shade at a time. This book offers: 45 hand-drawn colouring pages to help you relax and unwindSingle-sided pages to prevent bleed-through (if using marker pens, please place a protective sheet behind the page you are colouring).High resolution prints on high quality paper, for clear, crisp images.Suitable for children.

by John Patrick Green

€9.49

Laugh yourself silly with the Agents of S.U.I.T. in Sew Much Trouble - a hilarious InvestiGators adventure! If you like perfect puns, silly supervillains and special BBQ sauce, then this is the book for you! The fourth side-splitting book in the InvestiGators spin-off series, a full colour, laugh-out-loud graphic novel. 'Fantastically funny!' - Jamie Smart, creator of Bunny vs Monkey on InvestiGators. Someone has stolen the Notorious P.I.G. food truck, and with it, Piggy Smalls's special BBQ sauce! Badgers Bongo and Marsha are teamed with Cilantro the chameleon and Sven Septipus on a super-secret pilot programme and a not-so-secret reality TV competition, Sew You Think you Can Sew. Can the Agents discover the thief in time and save the day? Created by John Patrick Green with cowriter Christopher Hastings and artist Pat Lewis, join the Agents in Sew Much Trouble, a hilarious series perfect for fans of Bunny vs Monkey and Dog Man. Don't miss more Agents of S.U.I.T. adventures in Badger to Worse and Wild Ghost Chase.

by Adam Kay

€14.99

Dexter Procter, the world's youngest-ever doctor, is back for a follow-up medical mystery! All is not well in Dexter's world. His granny has broken her leg, his friends Rupi and Otto have been expelled from school, there's a strange asthma epidemic he can't get on top of, and slimy politician Barbara Burnhall is trying to shut down everything fun at the hospital. And then his boss, Dr Marigold, goes missing! What Dexter doesn't realize is that he and his friends are about to uncover a dastardly plot involving kidnappings, earthquakes and a demolition ball. He doesn't know what's about to hit him... (Spoiler alert: it's a demolition ball.) Adam Kay and Henry Paker have created a second Dexter Procter mystery that is funnier and even more disgusting than the No. 1 bestselling Dexter Procter the 10-Year-Old Doctor. (And that was pretty disgusting.) Dexter Procter and the Case of the Disappearing Doctor is soon to be a major BBC show.

by Katie Kirby

€12.99

From hilariousMEGA bestselling author, Katie Kirby, comes a brand-new story from the phenomenal Lottie Brooks series! Lottie’s done with embarrassing herself. There can't possibly be any more ways to do it! Right? Have her annoying little brother announce her bra size while shopping? Done. Get her head stuck in a coffin during an escape room? Check. Go viral and embarrass herself on national media? Completed it. So surely nothing else could possibly phase her. Until an invitation from Amber to join her family ski holiday suddenly arrives . . . Join Lottie on her next (mis)adventure full of life lessons, funny LOLs, and cringe inducing moments . . . this time on skis!

by Sarah Bowie

€9.49

  The fourth laugh-out-loud, full colour story in the bestselling Nina Peanut series. She's an amazing frozen-pizza chef, ghost hunter, mystery solver, jet-setter, creative genius, drama queen. The funniest new friend for all kids, everywhere. I'm Nina Peanut and I CANNOT believe Mum is making me show the new boy at school around town. Ethan shoved an ice cream in my face when we were four years old annoying! But wait... he's older now and... quite cool. Wears a leather jacket. Into skating. The best looking boy who-is-not-in-a-boyband I've ever seen. Why have I gone bright red? We're putting on some random play - Romeo and Juliet? I don't expect you've heard of it - at the end of term and I want the starring role opposite Ethan. But of course my arch-enemy Megan BUMFACE is also set on the part: the race to be the ultimate drama queen is ON! Hilariously funny, with themes of friendship/frenemies, big dreams, brilliant pets: hours and hours of reading fun guaranteed for kids. Warm, offbeat wit and gorgeous, bright full colour pictures throughout. Perfect for fans of Wimpy Kid, Dork Diaries and Lottie Brooks.  

by Jeff Kinney

€14.99

Rowley Jefferson is back with another book in his Awesome Friendly series - Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories 2 - which is even more hilariously terrifying than the first! Fans of Greg Heffley and the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series by Jeff Kinney get a chance to dive into the twisted, unexpectedly hilarious world of Rowley's imagination, where you'll meet monsters, ghouls, and oversized insects. Plus even more spooky surprises are in store for you in these comically terrifying tales. Don't blame us if you can't sleep after crawling into bed with this creepy collection - you've been warned! See the Wimpy Kid World in a whole new way with the #1 bestselling Awesome Friendly books, told from the perspective of Greg Heffley's best friend Rowley Jefferson: Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid: Rowley Jefferson's Journal Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Adventure Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories 2

by Dav Pilkey

€9.49

The #1 global bestselling Captain Underpants series returns! Based on the first sensational chapter book, it's a reimagined adventure perfectly paired with all-new manga artwork. Captain Underpants: The First Epic Manga is written and adapted by Dav Pilkey, illustrated by manga artist Motojiro, and totally reinvented for a new generation of readers. Tra-la-laaa! Following the story arc of the first original chapter book, Captain Underpants: The First Epic Manga is re-envisioned as an engaging graphic novel reading in Western style (left to right). With dynamic manga artwork by Japanese artist Motojiro, all-new Flip-O-Ramas, and much more, it will captivate existing fans, capture new readers, and appeal to comics, manga, and anime aficionados alike! Combining humour and action with empowerment and empathy, Captain Underpants: The First Epic Manga features the amazing adventures of best friends George Beard and Harold Hutchins and their waistband warrior superhero creation, Captain Underpants! He's faster than a speeding waistband, more powerful than boxer shorts, and able to leap tall buildings without getting a wedgie. Night and day, Captain Underpants fights for truth, justice, and all that is pre-shrunk and cottony! The Captain Underpants series, which was launched over 25 years ago, was instrumental in creating the illustrated children's chapter book category that's still popular today. For additional awesome, action-packed, inspiring escapades filled with creativity and imagination, read Dav Pilkey's Dog Man, Cat Kid Comic Club, Super Diaper Baby (now in full color), and Dragon Tales series. And be sure to check out the two critically acclaimed major motion pictures, Dog Man and Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie!

by Jeff Kinney

€14.99

When the going gets tough, what’s a wimpy kid to do? In Fight or Flight, Greg Heffley faces his biggest challenge yet as he becomes a target for the school bully. Luckily for Greg, his best friend, Rowley Jefferson, takes karate, so at least Greg’s got someone in his corner. But an unexpected twist makes Greg realize he’s facing an uphill battle. Will Greg step into the ring or throw in the towel? One thing’s for sure – Fight or Flight is a knockout!

by Julia Donaldson

€15.99

All was quiet in the deep dark wood, until . . . 10th September 2026 Gruffalo Granny is the brand new Gruffalo picture book from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler Return to the deep dark wood with the first new Gruffalo story in over 20 years. This fresh and exciting new Gruffalo adventure features the return of much-loved characters and is destined to become a classic. Get your claws on the brand new Gruffalo Granny first – pre-order now!

by Aoife Dooley

€9.49

Ollie the vampire squid, Zing the sea bunny and the rest of the Squid Squad are back for more hilarious, zany and action-packed adventures in this full-colour graphic novel for readers aged 5-8, perfect for fans of Bumble and Snug, Spongebob Squarepants and Bunny vs Monkey. The deep-sea town of Nowhere is home to the wackiest and weirdest creatures of the ocean, with abilities like shooting thorns, tripling in size and releasing stink-bombs! Teaming up as the Squid Squad, they're ready to save the day - or cause chaos... Join Ollie and Zing in four new mini episodes as they try out grown-up jobs, adopt an unusual new pet, track down a prized painting and rescue a shell-ebrity when a movie set turns up and jealous Thornelius stirs up trouble! Aoife's striking, bold and friendly art style welcomes even less confident readers in these action-packed mini episodes Hilarious and anarchic visual humour with a loveable cast of vibrant characters A celebration of imagination, friendship and being completely unique!

by Lucas Maxwell

€9.49

  Being a teen's a tough gig, but what if one gig could save your family? 'Gorgeous and sensitive, incredibly thoughtful to its characters who are full of life and colour and vivid detail ... a truly special debut.' MARGARET MCDONALD '... has a subtle power. Honest, engaging and warm, Elias's story will stay with you long after you've turned the final page.' SARAH CROSSAN 'The most gorgeously written and heartfelt debut in years. Breaks your heart into a million tiny pieces all at once and then puts it back together again - a marvel.' PIERS TORDAY Elias's brain is a swamp of fears and bad things. His once-loving brother Bo has become a stranger, and his parents are at breaking point. When Bo falls in with dangerous people, Elias decides he's the only one who can bring his family back together. But what begins as a simple pizza-night plan quickly spirals into chaos. Can Elias find a way to reach the people he loves the most before it's too late? The stunning debut novel from Lucas Maxwell, winner of the Times/Chicken House Competition 2024 Set in wintry Nova Scotia, Canada and inspired by the author's childhood, this special novel explores themes of family addiction and growing up neurodivergent Perfect for fans of The Perks of Being a Wallflower, My Sister Lives on the Mantelpiece and Orbiting Jupiter For readers aged 13 and up 'Emotional gut punch, beautiful setting, and HD real characters' NATHANIEL LESSORE 'Very occasionally I read a book which I know is going to stay with me for a very long time ... I loved it very much.' SIMON JAMES GREEN 'I was gripped from the very first line. Wonderful.' LISA THOMPSON 'I read it in pretty much one sitting ... flawless' JASBINDER BILAN 'Unimaginably good ... a work of utter genius' TIA FISHER 'I highly recommend this lovely read' SUSIN NIELSEN

by Louise Austin

€9.49

Wednesday meets Loki in this hilarious adventure series from debut author Louise Austin. Illustrated throughout by Katie Kear and perfect for readers of 8 to 12. Come on a fang-tastic adventure! I'm Alex Abbott. I was a completely ordinary kid until I accidentally got turned into a vampire. I have cool powers, but they're seriously not worth it, because I have to: 1. Keep the powers secret, even from my best friends (nightmare) 2. Still go to school every day (thanks, Mum and Dad) 3. Never eat chips or ice-cream ever again (the WORST) Actually, that's not the worst. Trying to find a cure, I blundered into the supernatural world, broke an ancient pact and extinguished 32 tiny fire sprites (my bad). Now I'm on an epic quest to right those wrongs and make a deal with an ancient Sicilian fire demon to get my life back. What could possibly go wrong . . .?

by Ana Punset

€8.99

The first in a new full-colour series set in the magical Unicornia universe, filled with mermaids, unicorns and magic! Perfect for fans of Unicornia looking to take the next step in their reading journey Featuring: Familiar characters from Unicornia as well as exciting new friends Longer adventures with a dash of danger Magical new lands and creatures Beautiful bold full-colour artwork Pippa, Claudia and Sara set out on the most incredible trip to Mermaid Land, searching for a lost unicorn. But the mischievous mermaids do not want the unicorn to be found! The friends must escape jellyfish, journey through a swamp of poisonous plants and charm grumpy bats on this very special mission. Can they return the unicorn to Unicornia safe and sound … and prove that they can be Unicorn Rescuers? Look out for the Unicorn Rescuers' other adventures ... coming soon!

by Sinéad Moriarty

€10.99

Grace is excited for the neighbourhood Halloween party - until a spark from the bonfire turns her night upside down, sending her to hospital and leaving her with scars that change how she sees herself. Later, back at school, Grace struggles with the stares and unkind words. But, as she slowly begins to heal, Grace learns that true friends shine brightest when times are dark - and that she is braver and stronger than she ever imagined.

by Laufey

€14.99

Experience a heartwarming tale of self-belief in this enchanting picture book by GRAMMY® Award-winning musician Laufey. Meet Mei Mei, a little bunny with a big dream: to spread joy through her music! As her debut recital at the H’Opera House draws near, Mei Mei diligently practises playing her violin, yet struggles with her unsettled nerves. What will happen if she hits a wrong note? This charming story features the debut authorship of world-renowned musician Laufey. Her lyrical text provides a comforting tale of honing confidence and also includes child-friendly definitions of musical terminology. The cosy illustrations have been provided by multi-award-winning illustrator Lauren O'Hara. Her cuddly colour palette provides a world children will want to explore again and again! Join Mei Mei in this touching story about embracing imperfections and finding the courage to pursue your dreams. Perfect for young readers learning about perseverance, this delightful picture book will inspire children to believe in their own unique talents and abilities.

by Ciara O'Connor

€9.49

The Skidderwolves are a pack of notorious wolves who keep everyone in twelve-year-old Rory McKenna’s village awake at night by skidding their way down Main Street, sending sparks of electricity flying into the air. It’s been bringing tourists to Shoak Village in their droves for years. But things take a dark turn when a local girl disappears suddenly, and the wolves are accused of attacking her. Overnight, an order is put out to kill them on sight. So, when Rory brings his dad’s big, strange-looking comb into class five years later, his teacher Miss Hudson calls the police. It’s definitely a Skidderwolf comb – but why would Rory’s dad have it? Rory discovers his dad has secretly been hiding the wolves all these years, trying to keep them safe, believing them to have been falsely accused. But before he can explain more, his dad is arrested, leaving Rory and his best friend to keep the wolves hidden, all by themselves. Only someone is watching them, and now both they and the wolves are in danger..

by Karen Harte

€12.99

Fifteen-year-old Effie has spent her entire life in the spotlight as the daughter of @ourbighappyfamily, a famous Irish influencer family known for their picture-perfect posts. But after her dad’s very public cheating scandal implodes their online empire, Effie’s mam relocates the family to a small rural town for a fresh start. Desperate to escape her embarrassing past, Effie hides her influencer origins at her new school, where she finally starts to make friends and meets Jack – a grounded, gentle boy with a total lack of online presence or knowledge of that world. But as her mam starts reinventing herself, Effie’s secrets and her chance at a new beginning are at risk of being exposed … in a very public, very messy way.

by Dav Pilkey

€14.99

In the newest saga, our anti-hero, Grandpa, alters the fabric of time and space. Is his evil the necessary soil for Dog Man and friends to grow and bloom? Can we all step up to be the change? It's the saga of the century - Dog Man: A Sprinkle in Time!

by Harriet Muncaster

€7.99

Mirabelle and her family are on holiday, staying in a lovely cottage by the sea. There's just one problem-they're not meant to be using magic. Can Mirabelle manage a whole week without any magical mischief? Of course not! But perhaps she can use a teeny bit of magic to create a magical creature? Just for one night . . . From the Mirabelle series: Mirabelle Gets Up to Mischief (ISBN: 9780192776495) Mirabelle Breaks the Rules (ISBN: 9780192777546) Mirabelle Has a Bad Day (ISBN: 9780192777553) Mirabelle In Double Trouble (ISBN: 9780192777560) Mirabelle and the Naughty Bat Kittens (ISBN: 9780192777577) Mirabelle and the Magical Mayhem (ISBN: 9780192777584) Mirabelle Takes Charge (ISBN: 9780192783721) Mirabelle Wants to Win (ISBN: 9780192783745) Mirabelle and the Midnight Feast (ISBN: 9780192783783) Mirabelle and the Haunted House (ISBN: 9780192783769) Mirabelle and the Picnic Pranks (ISBN: 9780192787965) Mirabelle and the Baby Dragons (ISBN: 9780192787996) Mirabelle in Witch City (ISBN: 9780192788016) Mirabelle and the Party Tricks (ISBN: 9780192788030)

by Muireann Ni Chiobhain

€8.99

Our World Ireland

by Jessica Yoon

€8.99

A junior novelization that retells Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters! Rumi, Mira, and Zoey are the world-famous girl group HUNTR/X. When they aren’t selling out stadiums, they protect the world from a force of powerful demons that have threatened the world for centuries. But have they met their match with the arrival of Saja Boys, an infuriatingly cute boy band who happen to be demons in disguise? This junior novelization is the official retelling of Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters. Based on the screenplay by Danya Jimenez & Hannah McMechan and Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans Based on KPop Demon Hunters, the film Directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans

by Puffin

€9.49

The men's World Cup is where legends take to the pitch! This book is full of incredible moments from seven of the best men’s World Cup tournaments in history. Discover how legends like Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Pelé all helped their national teams win the ultimate prize in men's football! Filled with facts, quizzes, goals and exciting illustrations that bring the non-stop action to life, this is a must-have book for fans of the biggest tournament in men’s football!

by Patricia Forde

€9.49

**'HUGELY hilarious' - Paddy Donnelly** **A laugh-out loud book about a very unlikely friendship, by the Irish Children's Laureate** Sophie can't wait for her birthday party. But when one of her invitations is accidentally picked up by a GIANT, she finds herself in a bit of a pickle. What if he turns up and eats all the guests? But Harry the Hairy Giant is determined to come to her party, no matter how many letters Sophie writes to dissuade him. After all, he's had a glorious purple suit made specially, and he's been practising his dancing! As the letters fly back and forth, Sophie begins to wonder if Harry isn't as bad as she thought. What if he's the perfect party guest after all?

by Aaron Blabey

€11.99

The brand new series from mega-bestselling author Aaron Blabey, creator of The Bad Guys.OK, here’s the situation: Thanks to a diabolical intergalactic game show, we're all in trouble. Luckily, Griff, an 11-year-old kid with innumerable allergies, just got told by a talking axolotl named Bob that Griff is the only one who can save us. I mean, that’s good news, right? Trouble is, Bob’s prophecy comes with a warning: “Watch your back, man…your PETS are not what they seem…”

by Katie Kirby

€12.99

From hilariousMEGA bestselling author, Katie Kirby, comes a new story collection from the world of Lottie Brooks! And it'sCHRISTMAS! In THE COMPLETELY CHAOTIC CHRISTMAS OF LOTTIE BROOKS we spent the holiday season with the Brooks family…but have you ever wondered what the rest of the Queens of Eight Green get up to? Because sometimes, it’s not all about Lottie! In this brand new short story collection, find out what Amber eats on Christmas Day, whether Molly gets the present she most wants, what goes wrong for Poppy on New Year’s Eve, and how Jess saves the day for her family! So, grab a Terry’s Chocolate Orange (yes, a whole one obvs) and spend Christmas with each of the Queens of Eight Green!

by Rob Brydon

€14.99

From national treasure, Rob Brydon, comes a warm and witty picture book chronicling the adventures of Crumble the cat... “The cat in the cupboard is sat in the cupboard, for that is where his home is found. He lives there with pride – it's his route to outside, to the place where adventures abound… In this adventure., Crumble embarks on a rescue mission into the garden of his arch-nemesis next door to seek out his beloved lost toy. But it’s dangerous in enemy territory for our plucky feline…

by Alison Weatherby

€8.99

This is the story of how we; - Discovered a dead body, - Rediscovered that same dead body, - Launched an investigation, - Discovered yet another dead body, - Battled mean girls, feral bats, and nearly destroyed our three-year friendship all in the noble pursuit of solving a complex murder. Let’s get started then. Mae Flynn is used to the chaos of her rural Irish Catholic boarding school, Our Lady of the Sacred Heart, but she isn’t expecting to discover a dead body in the school kitchen. To make matters worse, the hapless victim, Conor Haddock, was the previous owner of the school building and had recently been talking about selling up, alongside getting on the bad side of seemingly every adult Mae knows. In other words: the suspects are endless. Along with her best friends, the self-named Common Criminal Club, Mae is determined to solve the murder. But the more she uncovers, the more she begins to suspect that everyone around her is hiding something. Soon it’s not only her lessons and friendships at stake, but her very life…

by Janice Hallett

€9.49

The second children’s murder mystery from number-one-bestselling author of The Appeal, Janice Hallett, perfect for fans of Robin Stevens and Rhian Tracey. Imagine an old museum with more secrets than anyone could ever guess. A school trip that ends in murder. A crime unsolved for decades. . . But who did it? Now, Ava and Luke are on the case, following the clues left in a new box of murders. Using School workbooks, museum records, secret recordings and letters the siblings start to unravel the mystery of a body in the basement. But can they discover what really happened . . . before the killer strikes again? YOU know the facts. YOU have all the clues. Can YOU solve the mystery before they do?

by Caspar Salmon

€8.99

A hilarious alphabet adventure that will have readers racing from A to Z! A is for apple. B is for ball. C is for castle. But wait! D is NOT for dog. There's a wolf in this book and it's lurking right behind you. YOU are the hero of this story! Can you spot the sneaky wolf hiding throughout this book, escape its clutches and make it all the way to Z? You better watch out for its devious disguises! From the creators of award-winning How to Count to One, featured in the New York Times, comes this mad-cap story that will have you on the edge of your seat! How well do you know your ABC? Praise for How to Count to One: "Just as we once screamed at a pigeon not to drive the bus, we now, with similar glee, take on Salmon as he commands us not to count past one." - New York Times "This debut is more than a book; it's an invitation to have fun." - Observer "Counting book with a delightful difference" - Guardian Includes a FREE Nosy Crow Stories Aloud� audiobook! Scan the code, hear the story.

by Jarvis

€13.99

Rafi and Rita are twins. They are almost exactly the same in every single way. Except … they both think they are the tallest! Rafi is so tall he has to be careful not to bang his head on the moon. Rita is as tall as a Tallasaurus, which is definitely a real dinosaur. Rafi is SO tall he's written a (really annoying) song about it: I'm taller than you I'm taller than you I'm the King of Tall Town And it's front-page news! Oh yes, I'm taller than you! A side-splittingly funny tale of sibling rivalry that escalates to a charming twist, with hilarious words by the inimitable Jarvis, author of Alan's Big, Scary Teeth, and colourful illustrations throughout from the creator of The Lonely Beast, Chris Judge. The perfect book to defuse tension between competitive siblings with a great big belly laugh!

by Tahereh Mafi

€16.99

The searing second volume in a new series set in the #1 global bestselling Shatter Me universe ten years after the fall of The Reestablishment.Rosabelle Wolff had a plan. Now she wants revenge. To save her sister she needs to get back home and destroy the system that created her. Rosabelle's greatest strength is her ability to deaden her mind and body; it's the only way to survive the surveillance state of Ark Island. But lately her heart has been beating harder; her thoughts are spiraling; her defenses are coming undone.And there's only one person to blame.James Anderson had a plan. Now he has nothing but problems. Rosabelle might be the ally they need in a fight against The Reestablishment, but no one wants to trust an enemy assassin. It doesn't help that Rosabelle's not much of a talker, doesn't work well in groups, and kills people on instinct. Taking her side has cost James nearly everything-but keeping her alive might help save his world.If only he could convince his older brother.Aaron Warner Anderson has a headache. Something dark is coming, and Rosabelle's arrival is just a prelude. In her, he sees shades of himself he can't trust, and worse: he can no longer get a read on the girl. She's a dead battery, emanating no emotional feedback. At least not until James walks into a room…Volcanic tension, breathless reveals, breakneck action-and a dystopian world that never stops raising the stakes:Welcome back to The New Republic.

by Clive Gifford

€7.99

Whether you're dodging defenders through tricky mazes, scoring goals in word searches or bringing match day to life with your own colours, this football-themed colouring and children's activity book is packed with fun challenges for every young fan. Packed with footie facts, quizzes, puzzles and travel games, The Football Colouring and Activity Book is the companion for every young player who dreams of becoming an ultimate football hero and of practising free kicks like Cristiano Ronaldo, leading the defence like Lucy Bronze, dribbling like Lionel Messi, striking like Harry Kane or celebrating goals like Mohamed Salah. Full of goal-scoring excitement from kick-off to the final whistle!Perfect for 7 year olds, 8 year olds and 9 year olds, and for any passionate fan of the FIFA World Cup**x2122;, UEFA Champions League or Premier League. It's the perfect football gift to keep the excitement going long after the final whistle.Please note, this book is reusing material from 9781780553054 The Football Colouring Book and 9781780556369 Kick Off! A Football Puzzle Book, but it is fully updated to reflect the current players and the latest World Cups and Euros.

by Matt Oldfield

€7.99

FROM THE NO.1 FOOTBALL SERIES - OVER 3 MILLION COPIES SOLD! Introducing the SUPER STOPPERS collection. Perfect for reluctant readers and all fans of the beautiful game. Name: Gianluigi Donnarumma Nationality: Italian Hero Rating: 89 Donnarumma started his professional football career at the age of 14 when he signed with AC Milan and has since broken the record as the youngest goalkeeper to ever play for Italy. He represented his country in the EURO 2020, helping them win the trophy before being awarded Player of the Tournament - the first time a goalkeeper has ever won the title! Ultimate Football Heroes is a series of biographies telling the life stories of the biggest and best footballers in the world and their incredible journeys from childhood fan to superstar professional player. Written in fast-paced, action-packed style these books are perfect for all the family to collect and share. Collect them all! Also available in the SUPER STOPPERS range: Van Dijk, Earps, Alisson, Alexander-Arnold, Pickford, Williamson, Ramos, Robertson, Neuer, Maguire.

by Martha Mumford

€8.99

**A beautiful lift-the-flap book featuring your favourite bunnies - perfect for BEDTIME** THE BUNNIES OF HOPPITY HILL: OVER 3 MILLION COPIES SOLD! DISCOVER THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES We're going on a teddy hunt. Come on, sleepyhead! Can you find our teddies before we go to bed? Join the fun as your four favourite bunnies set off on a soothing lift-the-flap bedtime adventure. With four missing teddies to find hidden under the flaps, it's an interactive and calming treasure hunt, perfect for getting little ones ready for bed. You'll need to look out for all the sleepy animals along the way - and help get the bunnies back in time to be tucked up with their teddies for a special bedtime story! The perfect gift for every child, full of bedtime calm and sleepy magic, from the bestselling author of We're Going on an Egg Hunt.

by Peppa Pig

€8.99

Daddy Pig wants to run the London Marathon - time to start training. On your marks . . . get set . . . GO! Join Peppa and family as they cheer on Daddy Pig in this interactive lift-the-flap story! Don't miss these other brilliant Peppa books: Peppa Pig: Daddy Pig's Favourite Things Peppa Pig: Peppa's Buried Treasure: A lift-the-flap book Peppa Pig: Peppa's Vehicle Adventure: A Lift-the-Flap Book Peppa Pig is a 4-time BAFTA award-winning preschool animation shown in the UK daily on Channel Five's Milkshake and Nick Jnr. Peppa is a loveable, cheeky little piggy whose days are filled with action packed activities. Along with her family and friends, Peppa learns and plays and has lots of fun. Join Peppa and her family on their funny, action-packed, everyday adventures in this collection of activity, story and novelty books.

by Nancy Leschnikoff

€8.99

Meet Ug and Og, the hilarious new prehistoric double act. Ug REALLY wants a hug, but nobody will give him one. Not the grumpy toad, or the squirting flower, and DEFINITELY NOT the sabre-toothed tiger. Poor Ug! Could there be someone right under Ug's nose who would LOVE a hug . . . if only Ug would notice? A delightfully funny story with a light-hearted message about consent, which teaches little ones that not everyone wants to be hugged.

by Bluey

€8.99

Lucky's Dad is outraged that modern Pass the Parcel has a present in every layer and changes the rules back to only having one prize in the middle. As a result, Bingo is forever losing at birthday parties. But what will Bingo decide when it's her turn to choose the rules? This picture book is the perfect birthday gift, especially for pass the parcel! How will you play? Lucky's Dad's rules, HOORAY! Don't miss these other awesome Bluey books: Bluey: Cricket Bluey: Zoo Bluey: Calypso

by Erin Yun

€8.99

MoonGlow is the newest group to hit the K-Pop scene! Led by Yuna alongside her friends Ara, Jade and Sun-Hee - this group is the next big thing. But these girls are more than just K-Pop stars. They work for K42 Entertainment - a pop music producer with a deep secret. K42 is responsible for training K-Pop stars with magical powers which are used to keep the human world safe. When MoonGlow hear of the return of the villainous Echo, they know they are going to have to stick together to defeat her. Will they find the magic tool they need to defeat Echo? Or does Echo have another trick up her sleeve.

by Priddy Books

€8.99

This dinosaur-filled touch and feel board book is all about why Daddy Dinosaur is the absolute #1 best, from the way he roars to his puddle-stomping skills to the fact he always lets you win a race…and so much more. The sweet rhyming text and DINO-mite fun make this book a great read aloud. My daddy roars loud! His voice makes me proud. My daddy is fun. He's my number one! The littlest dinosaur-lovers will love touching the crinkly dino egg on the front cover and feeling all the tactile elements inside the book, while pointing out some of the best-loved dinosaurs like T. Rex, Stegosaurus, Triceratops, and more. This book is a great way to reinforce the love between Dad and his kid. The sweet rhyming text and DINO-mite fun make this book a great read aloud to declare lots of love for Dad.

by Gary Northfield

€9.49

"Gary is a cartooning genius" Jamie Smart, author of Bunny VS Monkey "We had planned to read one chapter a night as our bedtime story, but my son didn't want to put it down, so we ended up reading it all in one sitting! It's a five-star read from him." - NetGalley Reviewer A laugh-out loud graphic novel with PETS! SUPERPOWERS! SILLINESS! ACTION! A strange magical substance has seeped into a pet food warehouse, and now dogs, cats, bunnies and fish all have freaky superpowers - whether they want them or not! The newly-formed Mighty Mega Pets are determined to get to the bottom of the pet food mystery in order to ... no pressure ... save the world! This hilarious, action-packed full-colour graphic novel about the perils of power, the importance of teamwork, friendship and standing up to bullies will have 6-12 year olds barking with laughter. AND they'll get tips on how to deal with a cranky tortoise! From Gary Northfield, known for his Julius Zebra books and his comics in The Phoenix and Beano.

by Lucy Bowman

€8.99

Discover the magical world of Sticker Dolly Dressing! Dress the dolls for feeding their kittens, a trip to the vet, taking their cats to a cat hotel and lots more in this adorable activity book. Perfect for young animal lovers, there are over 250 stickers of cats and kittens, and delightful outfits and accessories for their owners. - The number 1 bestselling sticker series with characters to dress and colourful scenes to decorate - Over 200 stickers in every book! - With 12 scenes to complete - Easy to remove perforated sticker pages for decorating each scene - Hours of enjoyment to stimulate any child's imagination - Develop children's concentration and fine motor skills - Ideal for ages 5+ - 44 pages of screen-free fun!

by Cath Howe

€8.99

A stunning contemporary real-life story from the brilliant author of Ella on the Outside, with beautiful illustrations by Miguel Bustos. Hattie's life is already complicated enough. She's about to start secondary school, her best friend is going off with someone else and her dad seems to have completely forgotten his promise to let her have a room of her own. So when her mum's goddaughter, Seren, arrives and gets special treatment, Hattie feels pushed out. Could it be that Hattie's family actually prefer Seren? Other excellent books by Cath Howe: Ella on the Outside Not my Fault How to Be Me The Insiders My Life on Fire

by Celina Frenn

€11.99

The epic first book in the internationally bestselling Keeper of the Lost Cities series is being reimagined into stunning graphic novels, and the story continues now with Volume Two! After learning she's actually an elf, twelve-year-old Sophie Foster made the impossible decision to leave her human life-and family-behind and start over in the Lost Cities. And life with the elves has been unlike anything Sophie has ever known, filled with new friends, amazing creatures, and incredible powers. But it's also had its share of challenges. Sophie had been an advanced student in the human world-but thanks to her struggles with alchemy, she's not even sure if she will pass her Foxfire Academy midterms! And then there are the bigger worries. Guardians who may or may not adopt her. Whispers of conspiracies. Mysterious fires. Memories in her brain that don't feel like hers. Could someone have hidden those secrets in Sophie's head? Why would they do that? Is Sophie part of something much bigger than she imagined? Something…deadly? This stunning graphic novel retelling of the second half of the thrilling first novel comes to life with all the adventure and epic worldbuilding the Keeper of the Lost Cities series is known for, told in gorgeous full colour-plus special bonus features at the end!

by Robert Tregoning

€8.99

**'Joyfully inclusive. A celebration of families of every shape and size' - The Bookseller** Who's ready to answer the family quiz? Let's try to work out what a family is! Is your family big or small? Noisy or quiet? Is it full of singing and hugs? Or dancing and dogs? Is it one you were born into? Or one that found you? This joyfully inclusive picture book celebrates every kind of family - and the love that lies at the heart of each one. From Robert Tregoning, Polari Prize-shortlisted author of Out of the Blue, with stunning illustrations by the award-winning Yasmeen Ismail.

by Jayri Gómez

€9.49

Push, pull, and slide the tabs to play an exciting match in I Love Football! Block the ball from entering the net, pass to your teammate and score the winning goal. Meet 16 famous football heroes too, including Kylian Mbappé, Hannah Hampton and Lionel Messi. Perfect for football-mad toddlers who like to play as they read, they will love this colourful board book with easy-to-handle mechanisms, a sweet rhyme and wonderful illustrations by Jayri Gómez. Listen along to an audio recording of this story by scanning the QR code on the back cover. Discover more active titles in the bestselling Busy Books series with Busy Tennis, Busy Scooters, Busy Dancing and Busy Bikes.

by Alain Boyer

€11.99

For fans of Coco Wyo, Jade Summer and all things cute and cozy, this sticker book invites you to make your own adorable, miniature 3D scenes, using 800 tiny stickers and a custom set of tweezersCreate and discover charming scenes filled with adorable characters living their little routines at home, including:* playing games in the living room* cooking delicious meals in the kitchen * relaxing in a hot bath * cozying up in the bedroom * watering the vegetable garden Use the specially designed tweezers to place the gorgeous stickers carefully and bring these sweet and charming illustrations to life. Let your creativity flow and enjoy a moment of cozy contentment.

by Alain Boyer

€11.99

For fans of Coco Wyo, Jade Summer and all things cute and cozy, this sticker book invites you to make your own adorable, miniature 3D scenes, using 500 tiny stickers and a custom set of tweezers Take a break from the busyness of your day, calm your mind and enter a world of simple pleasures. Discover charming scenes of little characters in their daily lives, across 5 miniature worlds, including:* florist * cafe * patisserie * restaurant * bookshopUse the specially designed tweezers to place the gorgeous stickers carefully and bring these sweet and charming illustrations to life. Let your creativity flow and enjoy a moment of cozy contentment.

by Jenny Valentine

€9.49

The sparkling new diary series continues in The Drama Queens! Perfect for fans of Lottie Brooks and Dork Diaries, with a celebrity twist. Daisy is back at school, but her super-celebrity cousin Maxxy is STILL sharing her room while filming for a new TV show. And it's all anyone can talk about! Daisy's mum is always at the film set with Maxxy, her dad is always busy with work, and her brother Leo is being a teenage tyrant. The only thing keeping Daisy calm are her drama club rehearsals. With only a few weeks to go before the big opening night, Daisy is pouring everything into her performance. But with Maxxy being a total DIVA, sudden strange feelings towards her floppy-haired co-star Olivier, a HUGE SPOT appearing on her chin, and gossiping girls desperate for Maxxy's attention, Daisy will have to channel her inner method actor to keep the show on the road. Drama, BBFs, secrets and theatrics await!