Fiction 9 To 12 Years

When Coraline explores her new home she steps through a door and into another house just like her own - except that its different.

What silently waits in the shadows at night? Whats under your bed keeping just out of sight? Do you ever hear strange creaking noises at night? Ever wonder what makes those noises? Lucy Dungston always did.

Incarcerated in a satellite an expert hacker and out to save the world - Cress isnt your usual damsel in distress.

Serilda and Gild attempt to break the curses that tether their spirits to Adalheids haunted castle before the Endless Moon when the Erlking means to capture one of the seven gods and make a wish to return his lover Perchta from the underworld. But as the story progresses it becomes clear he doesnt want just one god - he wants to capture all seven and force them to bring down the veil that keeps the Dark Ones separate from the land of the mortals. Serilda and Gild must try to thwart his plans all while solving the mystery of Gilds forgotten name freeing his younger sister who is trapped inside Gravenstone Castle and trying to protect their unborn child.

Welcome to Dungeon Academy where monsters and creatures train for the dark world that awaits just beyond the Dungeon walls.

Reluctant reader favourite Tony Bradman returns with a captivating historical tale inspired by the true story of Britains Tomb of the Unknown Warrior.

Mona and her aunt live in a little cottage on the edge of the Somerset estate where her aunt sews wonderful dresses for the lady of the house. Mona never knew her mother or father but Aunty has always looked after her - and Mona knows she can always talk to her mum where she lies in the village graveyard. When Lady Somerset dies and a new member of the Somerset family inherits the house things begin to change for Mona. She has never really fitted in anywhere but the new Bohemian atmosphere at the house offers opportunities for her to shine - and to find new friends. Dancing at fancy Sea Creature balls and trips to London are wonderful new experiences - but new experiences sometimes bring revelations and Mona discovers there are secrets in her past she cant dance away from.

The bestselling prize-winning Adventures on Trains series embarks on a thrilling fourth adventure as Harrison Beck investigates an ancient family curse high in the German mountains in Danger at Dead Mans Pass .

Franky cant wait to move to his new town - although he wishes he didnt have to leave his best friend Dani behind. But everything changes after the storm when strange green lightning and powerful thunder crash down on the town. From that night on the kids who live on Frankys street start to change. One by one they become a little odd. A little unusual. Frankys always wanted to be part of an amazing gang - just like his hero super-spy Zack Danger! And soon he realises that theres real danger in store for himself and his new friends. And so the Danger Gang is born.

Danny thinks the world of his father but imagine his surprise when he finds out hes been breaking the law! Even grown-ups bend the rules sometimes but Danny knows his father is still good kind and clever and full of exciting ideas.

Dark Prophecy (The Trials of Apollo Book 2) PB

Dark Sun is a short novel aimed at new readers to CHERUB originally written for World Book Day and now made available in print again by popular demand.

Ana Dakkar is a freshman at Harding-Pencroft Academy a five-year high school that graduates the best marine scientists naval warriors navigators and underwater explorers in the world. Anas parents died while on a scientific expedition two years ago and the only family shes got left is her older brother Dev also a student at HP. At the end of her freshman year her class will be sent on a top secret weekend trial at sea. She only hopes she has what it takes to succeed. All her worries are blown out of the water when on the bus ride to the ship Ana and her schoolmates witness a terrible tragedy that will change the trajectory of their lives.

Dave Pigeon is back! And so is his side-kick Skipper. But trouble is afoot. When their Human Lady leaves to go on a holiday (whatever that is) Dave and Skipper are horrified to find that their food supply quickly runs dry. With delicious biscuits on their minds they set off in search of a new owner - but is Reginald Grimster all he seems? Why is he so keen on feeding them? And why does he have so many books about cooking?

Following the breakout success of his instant festive classic The Night I Met Father Christmas  get ready for the brilliant new novel from comedian actor and bestselling author Ben Miller!

A brand new middle grade adventure from bestselling author Danny Wallace that explores the chaos that ensues when everyones gadgets mysteriously stop working.

An epic and exciting adventure for readers 8 by the author of the bestselling Land of Roar series. Perfect for fans of BBCs Ghosts!

Hunted across the Salted Scorch by a vicious pack of raptors Eleri and his friends become lost in the Fire Peak: the secret volcanic headquarters of the dreaded Carrion Kingdom. And they are not the only herbivores trapped within the enemys lair. Can the outcasts free a larder of prisoners and gather proof that the war is a lie - without becoming food themselves?

Fresh from their adventure in Hong Kong Hazel Wong and Daisy Wells are off to the Rue Theatre in London to face an entirely new challenge: acting. But danger has a nasty habit of catching up with the Detective Society and it soon becomes clear that there is trouble afoot at the Rue. Jealousy threats and horrible pranks quickly spiral out of control - and then a body is found. Now Hazel and Daisy must take centre stage and solve the crime before the murderer strikes again.

Daisy Wells and Hazel Wong are in Egypt where they are taking a cruise along the Nile. They are hoping to see some ancient temples and a mummy or two; what they get instead is murder. Also travelling on the SS Hatshepsut is a mysterious society called the Breath of Life: a group of genteel English ladies and gentlemen who believe themselves to be reincarnations of the ancient pharaohs. Three days into the cruise their leader Theodora Miller is found dead in her cabin stabbed during the night. It soon becomes clear to Daisy and Hazel that Theodoras timid daughter Hephzibah who is prone to sleepwalking is being framed. And within the society everyone has a reason to want Theodora dead. Daisy and Hazel leap into action and begin to investigate their most difficult case yet. But there is danger all around and only one of the Detective Society will make it home alive.

Defenders Pitch Invasion P/B

THE EPIC NEW THRILLER BEGINS.

The second book in the blockbusting new series from the bestselling author of Artemis Fowl.

A hilarious comedy from award-winning Frank Cottrell Boyce. When George gets an out-of-date aftershave for his birthday he isnt particularly impressed. But the aftershave seems to have developed some extra properties.and George is now irresistible to every girl around! Particularly suitable for struggling reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 8

THE EPIC NEW THRILLER CONTINUES.

Eleven-year-old Bramble unearths a scarlet mask in her grandpas magical emporium. When she tries it on she becomes a notorious highwayman Diamond Jack. It seems Bramble has been chosen for a mission: stand and deliver!

The big bad wolf hasnt had a great winter. Hes cold lonely and hungry. But things are about to change - hes going to take the Fairytale Woods by storm. But while he knows hes big and bad no one else seems to be scared of him they just keep meddling with his plans - the troll under the bridge the three annoying pigs and that pesky Little Red Riding Hood! This is going to take all his brain power and his most cunning smile to catch Grandma and reclaim his place at the top of the food chain!

Diary Of A Wimpy Kid Double Down ( Book 11) P/B