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Walker Books
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When Mrs Large decides she is too fat, she puts the whole family on a diet. Biscuits and crisps are out; healthy meals and healthy jogs are in. But for hungry elephants, dieting is definitely not a piece of cake. |
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Share in the adventures of Sinbad in this wonderful re-telling of his travels. The stories of Sinbad the Sailor are some of the best loved tales from The Arabian Nights. Travel over the seas and follow Sinbad's adventures retold in Marcia Williams' vivid comic-strip style. These seven stories are presented in an entertaining and accessible way packed with hilarious creatures and spectacular feats! Also publishing this month are God and His Creations and King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. |
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This work offers an invaluable insight into storytelling from one of today's greatest writers. This collection by the 2003-2005 Children's Laureate, Michael Morpurgo, contains short stories, essays and commentaries to illuminate the craft of storytelling. Analyzing all aspects of writing — character, plot, sources and inspiration, retelling and biography — it is perfect for anyone, young or old, who loves great stories and wants to know more about the art of telling tales. |
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This is a bold and stylish reissue of the groundbreaking and hugely popular graphic adaptation of Alex Rider's very first mission. Forcibly recruited into MI6 after the mysterious death of his guardian, fourteen-year-old Alex is sent to infiltrate the organization of a sinister billionaire. Within days he's gone from schoolboy to superspy — and it looks like his first assignment may be his last... This is a slick, clean, stylishly crafted and coloured graphic adaptation bringing to life all the adventure, thrills and spills of this bestselling story. Following the triumphant, international publication of Stormbreaker: The Graphic Novel, the whole graphic novel series has gained wide recognition among reviewers, fans and literacy experts. Recent government initiatives encourage us to examine the reading habits of boys — with literacy levels among children in the UK lower than ever. This is a series of books that may offer an accessible and compelling alternative for otherwise reluctant readers. |
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A boy, his father and their dog wander in midtown Manhattan, taking in some of New York's most famous landmarks and well-known streets, meeting New Yorkers and discovering how the iconic city looks, sounds, smells, tastes and feels... |
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Follow the family's excitement as they wade through the grass, splash through the river and squelch through the mud in search of the bear. What a surprise awaits in the cave on the other side of the dark forest. |
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This is a delightful CD and paperback picture book edition of a much-loved classic! We're going on a bear hunt! Through the long wavy grass, the thick oozy mud and the swirling, whirling snowstorm — will we find a bear today? This is a perfect bedtime adventure for all aspiring explorers. It includes a CD of the story read by Doctor Who actress Sophie Aldred to listen to with the paperback picture book. We're Going on a Bear Hunt was the Winner of the 1989 Smarties Book Prize and was Highly Commended for the Kate Greenaway Medal. It sold over three and a half million copies worldwide! |
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Join the Beatles as they set off on a magical adventure to bring music and love back to Pepperland in this extraordinary collaboration of talent. All you need is love... But tell that to the Blue Meanles! The Meanles want to sneeze sunny, laughing Pepperland away for ever, and if they get their way, it'll mean the end of music. But there's hope — young Fred manages to climb aboard the Yellow Submarine and escape, travelling 80,000 leagues through monstrous seas to Liverpool, where he finds four fab musicians who might just be able to help... Originally Inspired by the song Yellow Submarine from the Beatles' Revolver Album, the film Yellow Submarine was hailed as a visionary masterpiece. This amazing picture book of that film will beguile adults and children alike. |
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The Greek myths are among the greatest, most exciting stories ever told and feature some of the world's best loved heroes and heroines. In this book, you'll find the stories of Theseus, conqueror of the dreaded Minotaur; the mighty Heracles and his twelve tasks; the tragic lovers Orpheus and Eurydice; Perseus, the Gorgon-slayer; the musician Arion and his rescue by the dolphins; Pandora and her little box of horrors; the feather-clad fliers Daedalus and Icarus; and the weaving contest between Arachne and the goddess Athene. Each of these tales has been retold with lively text and dramatic cartoon style, making them accessible and fun for young children. |
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This is a retelling of this famous, dark fairytale from award-winning author-illustrator Anthony Browne. Hansel and Gretel is perhaps the darkest and greatest of the fairytales from the Brothers Grimm. This extraordinary book brings the classic childhood tale to a new generation courtesy of one of the world's greatest picture book artists, Hans Christian Andersen Award-winner Anthony Browne. |
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This title presents seven classic Shakespeare plays in an accessible comic strip format. Take your place in the Globe Theatre of Shakespeare's day to see seven of his best-loved plays in performance. Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Macbeth, Julius Caesar, The Winter's Tale and The Tempest are all brought vividly to life in Marcia Williams' gloriously accessible comic-strip versions, which include the bard's own dialogue and the rowdy remarks of the audience. Mr William Shakespeare's Plays has sold over 50,000 copies since it was first published in 1998. Reissued with a new cover look, this brings Marcia Williams' dramatic take on Shakespeare right up to date for a modern audience. Also publishing this month — Bravo, Mr William Shakespeare! |
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Lift the flaps and join the fun. See if you can guess who's in disguise in this exciting board book from the Baby Walker range. Turn the pages, lift the flaps and see if you can guess who's hiding. Colourful and fun with Nick Sharratt's bold, bright illustrations, this is a simple novelty board book for the very young. With lively rhythmic read-aloud text, little children will love guessing who's hiding over the page. This is one of two new exciting books in the Baby Walker series featuring the best quality art and design for babies. It stimulates development through engaging artwork and simple flaps to lift. It features bright, clear illustrations encourage a lifelong love of books. |
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An illustrated board book featuring Big and Little Nutbrown Hare, from the picture book Guess How Much I Love You. |
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The New York Times bestselling Mortal Instruments continues — and so do the thrills and danger for Jace, Clary and Simon. Clary and the Shadowhunters struggle to piece together their shattered world after a betrayal by one of their own leaves them reeling. This is the follow-up to the international number one bestseller City of Fallen Angels. The Mortal Instruments and its prequel series, The Infernal Devices, have been sold in more than thirty countries. The books have also appeared internationally on bestseller lists, including in the USA, Germany, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand and Canada. It has film rights optioned, with Lily Collins and Jamie Campbell Bower cast as leads Clary and Jace. |
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Lift the flaps and join the fun. See if you can guess who's in disguise in this exciting board book from the Baby Walker range. Turn the pages, lift the flaps and see if you can guess who's hiding. Colourful and fun with Nick Sharratt's bold, bright illustrations, this is a simple novelty board book for the very young. With lively rhythmic read-aloud text, little children will love guessing who's hiding over the page. This is one of two new exciting books in the Baby Walker series featuring the best quality art and design for babies. It stimulates development through engaging artwork and simple flaps to lift. It features bright, clear illustrations encourage a lifelong love of books. |
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Reluctant MI6 agent Alex Rider is relaxing in the south of France until a sudden, ruthless attack on his hosts plunges him back into a world of violence and mystery — and this time, MI6 don't want to know. Alex is determined to track down his friends' attackers, even if he must do it alone. But it's a path that leads to a long-buried secret — and a discovery more terrible than anything he could have imagined. |
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This gripping final mission brings together Alex Rider's old enemies to frame the teenage superspy in an unstoppable plot of revenge, from which he can never return. Pursued from Europe to North Africa and Cairo's city of the dead – this is the twistiest and most deadly plot of any Alex Rider mission yet, and will reveal Smithers' ultimate gadget and see the shock death of a major character. |
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This is a stunning board book for babies, with delightful illustrations and stimulating patterns. This is an eye-catching book for babies that explores animals through graphic patterns in a simple, contrasting and novel way that is perfect for young babies who are just beginning to develop their visual skills. Each animal is presented on its own and then as a part of a fascinating pattern, introducing rich texture and quality art to the very young. This is one of the first of twenty new exciting books in the Baby Walker series. It features engaging contemporary artwork to stimulate the development and imagination of the very young. It encourages a lifelong enjoyment of learning. |
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Goodnight, everyone, says Harry. Zzz, goes Lulu. Snore, goes Ted. But Harry the elephant can't get to sleep. He reads and tidies, he wriggles and worries. Will sleep ever come to Harry? Perhaps his friends can help... Walker Books have collaborated with King Rollo Films to create this gently animated DVD packaged together with the classic picture book. Read by Emilia Fox (Silent Witness, Rebecca), with specially composed music, this is an innovative combination that will delight and entertain young viewers again and again. |
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This is a warm, engaging introduction to colours by the author and illustrator of Guess How Much I Love You. Little Nutbrown Hare is learning all about colours. Say hello to his friends — a yellow butterfly, a blue bird, a red ladybird and a green frog; then say goodbye to brown leaves rustling away in the wind. This charming board book story about curious Little Nutbrown Hare and wise Big Nutbrown Hare will captivate babies and toddlers as each spread encourages the very young to learn primary colours in a clear and fun way. It is ideal for babies and toddlers. You can learn all the primary colours and enjoy the story recap at the end. It comes with shiny spot UV surfaces — perfect for little paws to touch. A great companion to Guess How Much I Love You: Counting , it comes from the collaborators of the internationally bestselling picture book Guess How Much I Love You. |
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