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The third book in the World Elite Dance Academy series from international superstar, wellbeing guru and Pussycat Doll, Kimberly WyattQuirky headteacher's son, Andre, is under a huge amount of pressure to succeed. He's obsessed with street dance, and uniquely talented – but all eyes are on him, except the ones that really count. His dad just doesn't seem to get him, or care about his dreams. Can Andre find a way to be himself, as well as please both of his parents? Can he overcome his fear of letting everyone down, or will it all prove too much?Join Andre and his new friends on a fierce, empowering and sometimes scary journey to dance stardom. Kimberly Wyatt rose to fame as a member of one of the biggest girl-groups of all time, The Pussycat Dolls. Together they sold over 55 million records world-wide, before coming to an end in 2010.Now a firm favourite on our UK screens, Kimberly has appeared on scores of high profile TV shows, notably as lead judge on SKY 1’s ‘Got To Dance’, as well as CBBC's 'Taking the Next Step'. She was crowned 2015’s winner of BBC1’s hugely popular primetime show, Celebrity Masterchef. Passionate about keeping fit, eating well and being the ’best version of yourself’, Kimberly has fast become a positive role model and fitness inspiration for many. She tours schools with her 'Well Fit' campaign with the Youth Sport Trust, promoting the physical and mental wellbeing messages that tie in to her books. In 2014 Kimberly became a mother to daughter Willow.Written in collaboration with Siobhan Curham, author of Dear Dylan, Finding Cherokee Brown, Midnight Dreamers and editorial consultant on global blockbuster, Girl Online.

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The second book in the World Elite Dance Academy series from international superstar, wellbeing guru and Pussycat Doll, Kimberly WyattFashionista Tilly has never fitted in – her unique sense of style, her overflowing creativity and her 'attitude problem' means that she's not the average WEDA student. But Tilly is struggling with things hardly anyone knows about – and they're affecting her dancing and school work.Will Tilly find a way to overcome her frustrations and keep her grades up? Or is her WEDA dream over?Join Tilly and her new friends on an exciting, empowering and sometimes scary journey to dance stardom. Kimberly Wyatt rose to fame as a member of one of the biggest girl-groups of all time, The Pussycat Dolls. Together they sold over 55 million records world-wide, before coming to an end in 2010.Now a firm TV favourite for parents and children alike, Kimberly has appeared on scores of high profile shows, notably as lead judge on SKY 1’s Got To Dance, with a healthy cooking segment on ITV's Lorraine, as well as CBBC's Taking the Next Step. She was crowned 2015’s winner of BBC1’s primetime show, Celebrity Masterchef.Passionate about keeping fit, eating well and being the ’best version of yourself’, Kimberly has fast become a positive role model and fitness inspiration for many. She tours schools with her 'Well Fit' campaign with the Youth Sport Trust, promoting the physical and mental wellbeing messages that tie in to her books. In 2014 Kimberly became a mother to Willow.Written in collaboration with Siobhan Curham, author of Dear Dylan, Finding Cherokee Brown, Moonlight Dreamers and editorial consultant on Zoella's global blockbuster, Girl Online.

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Welcome to the World Elite Dance Academy – a brand new children's book series from international superstar, wellbeing guru and Pussycat Doll, Kimberly WyattTwelve-year-old Billie has dreamed of being a ballet dancer for as long as she can remember – but things aren't easy for her and her mum, who struggle to make ends meet. Billie's dad died when she was little, and she dances to express her feelings.Now she has an audition at WEDA – a world-famous contemporary dance school run by the inspirational Miss Murphy, whose motto is 'Never Say I Can't'.But will Billie be able to get over her nerves and win a place at her dream school? And will she be able to live by the school's positive ethos, or will she crumble under the pressure?Join Billie and her new friends on a fierce, empowering and sometimes scary journey to dance stardom. Written in collaboration with Siobhan Curham, author of Dear Dylan, Finding Cherokee Brown, Moonlight Dreamers and editorial consultant on Zoella's global blockbuster, Girl Online.–Kimberly Wyatt rose to fame as a member of one of the biggest girl-groups of all time, The Pussycat Dolls. Together they sold over 55 million records world-wide, before coming to an end in 2010.Now a firm TV favourite for parents and children alike, Kimberly has appeared on scores of high profile shows, notably as lead judge on SKY 1’s Got To Dance, with a healthy cooking segment on ITV's Lorraine, as well as CBBC's Taking the Next Step. She was crowned 2015’s winner of BBC1’s primetime show, Celebrity Masterchef.Passionate about keeping fit, eating well and being the ’best version of yourself’, Kimberly has fast become a positive role model and fitness inspiration for many. She tours schools with her 'Well Fit' campaign with the Youth Sport Trust, promoting the physical and mental wellbeing messages that tie in to her books. In 2014 Kimberly became a mother to daughter, Willow. Follow her @KimberlyKWyatt.

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A GORGEOUSLY GOTHIC, WICKEDLY FUNNY NEW SERIES FROM WITCH WARS ILLUSTRATOR LAURA ELLEN ANDERSONWelcome to the world of Nocturnia, where darkness reigns supreme, glitter is terrifying, and unicorns are the stuff of nightmares! Amelia Fang would much rather hang out with her pet pumpkin Squashy and her friends Florence the yeti (DON'T CALL HER BEAST!) and Grimaldi the reaper than dance at her parents' annual Barbaric Ball.And when the King’s spoiled son Tangine captures Squashy, Amelia and her friends must escape the party to plan a daring rescue! In their race against time, they begin to realise things in Nocturnia may not be quite what they seem … Join Amelia on her very first adventure. She won't bite!This gloriously ghostly new series from the creator of EVIL EMPEROR PENGUIN is perfect for 7-9 year olds and fans of THE WORST WITCH and WITCH WARS. Amelia Fang is a modern Wednesday Addams – but much more loveable! Look out for Amelia's next adventure, AMELIA FANG AND THE UNICORN LORDS, coming soon! Praise for Amelia Fang and the Barbaric Ball:'Brilliantly imagined … laugh-out-loud funny' Sunday Express'The perfect mixture of funny, foul and fearful' MetroWhen she's not trying to take over the world or fighting sock-stealing monsters, Laura Ellen Anderson is a professional children's book author & illustrator, with an increasing addiction to coffee. She spends every waking hour creating and drawing, and would quite like to live on the moon when humans finally make it possible. Laura is the creator of EVIL EMPEROR PENGUIN and illustrator of WITCH WARS, as well as many other children’s books. AMELIA FANG is her first series as author-illustrator.

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Jemma knows who did the murder. She knows because he told her. And she can't tell anyone.Fourteen-year-old Jemma has severe cerebral palsy. Unable to communicate or move, she relies on her family and carer for everything. She has a sharp brain and inquisitive nature, and knows all sorts of things about everyone. But when she is confronted with this terrible secret, she is utterly powerless to do anything. Though that might be about to change…A page-turning thriller seen through the eyes of a unique narrator, this is a truly original, heart-rending and compulsive book for young adult readers. Perfect for fans of Wonder, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time and Looking for JJ. Penny Joelson began working with disabled people when she was a teenager, which gave her the inspiration and insight for this book. She teaches creative writing and lives in London with her family. Find Penny on Twitter: @pennyjoelson

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A hilariously funny and fabulously glamorous series from the author of It Girl. Perfect for fans of Geek Girl, Super Awkward and Girl OnlineFlick's family have owned The Royale – one of London's most prestigious hotels – for generations. But Flick isn't that interested. She is interested in the newest guest – superstar celebrity Skylar Chase, and Sky's mega-famous group of friends, including dreamy YouTube star, Ethan Duke. But just as Flick gets the chance to join their glittering squad, she gets grounded following an unfortunate incident involving a prince, a wardrobe and a selfie stick (it could have happened to anyone!). With only her Instagram star pet dachshund, Fritz, for company, will Flick find a way to escape The Royale and join the fame game? 'Fans of Geek Girl will love this!' – Top of the Pops magazine on It GirlKaty Birchall is the author of the side-splittingly funny The It Girl: Superstar Geek, The It Girl: Team Awkward and The It Girl: Don't Tell the Bridesmaid. She also worked at Country Life magazine as their Deputy Features Editor. Katy won the 24/7 Theatre Festival Award for Most Promising New Comedy Writer with her very serious play about a ninja monkey at a dinner party. Her pet labradors are the loves of her life, she is mildly obsessed with Jane Austen and one day she hopes to wake up as an elf in The Lord of the Rings. Katy lives in Brixton, London.

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Soon to be a major NETFLIX series! Wimpy Kid meets The Walking Dead in this hilarious series packed with monsters and zombies.In their third zombie-tastic adventure, Jack Sullivan and his friends June, Quint and Dirk discover that they might not be the last kids on Earth after all … And everyone is thrilled – except Jack. Living in a tree house with his best friends, battling monsters and escaping certain death – he's been having the most awesome time of his life. Somehow he's got to persuade his friends that life is perfect just the way it is … then they won't leave him.But that's not so easy when there's a new monster hunting them. A monster who's bigger and badder than anything they've come across in the monster zombie apocalypse (AKA Very Big and Very Bad). And he seems to be able to get inside Jack's head. What does the Nightmare King want?‘Terrifyingly fun! Max Brallier’s The Last Kids on Earth delivers big thrills and even bigger laughs.’ Jeff Kinney, author of Diary of a Wimpy KidThe third book in a hilarious monster adventure series. With fresh, funny illustrations on every page, this is perfect for fans of comics and graphic novels aged 8 and over.The Last Kids on Earth series:The Last Kids on Earth The Last Kids on Earth and the Zombie Parade The Last Kids on Earth and the Nightmare King The Last Kids on Earth and the Cosmic Beyond

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The stunning new novel from award-shortlisted Lisa Heathfield, author of Seed and Paper Butterflies. Perfect for fans of Jennifer Niven's All the Bright Places, Lisa Williamson, Sarah Crossan and Sara Barnard.Rita and Lo, sisters and best friends, have spent their lives on the wing – flying through the air in their trapeze act, never staying in one place for long. Behind the greasepaint and the glitter, they know that the true magic is the family they travel with.Until Lo meets a boy. Suddenly, she wants nothing more than to stay still. And as secrets start to tear apart the close-knit circus community, how far will Lo go to keep her feet on the ground?Flight of a Starling is a heartbreaking read with an important message.‘We are obsessed with Seed’ – YA Love Magazine ’It broke my heart over and over. Destined to be one of THE most important books this year’ – Melinda Salisbury, author of The Sin Eater’s Daughter, on Paper Butterflies Lisa Heathfield launched her writing career with Seed, her stunning young adult fiction debut about a cult, before writing Paper Butterflies, her beautiful and heart-breaking second novel. Before becoming a mum to her three sons, she was a secondary school English teacher and loved inspiring teenagers to read. Lisa lives in Brighton.

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A glorious new edition of Robin Jarvis’s classic and the inspiration for The Power of Dark and its sequels. Contains bonus material specially produced for this Egmont Modern Classics title.When orphans Ben and Jennet arrive in the seaside town of Whitby to stay with Alice Boston, they have no idea what to expect. A lively 92-year-old, Miss Boston is unlike any other foster mother they’ve known.Ben is gifted with ‘the sight’, which gives him the power to see things invisible to other mortals. He soon encounters the mysterious fisher folk who live under the cliffs and discovers that Alice and her friends are not quite what they seem.But a darkness is stalking the streets of Whitby, bringing with it fear and death. Could it be a ghost from the Abbey? Or a beast from hell? Unless the truth is uncovered, the town and all its inhabitants is doomed.Robin Jarvis started writing in 1988 and quickly became a bestselling author with his Deptford Mice and Whitby Witches series. The Whitby Witches is the book that inspired his latest series, which begins with The Power of Dark. You can find out more at www.robinjarvis.com or follow him on Twitter @robinjarvis1963

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Driver's prose takes flight in Huntress: Sky. Exhilarating, gripping and full of heart' Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of The Girl of Ink and Stars.The second book in a stunning new fantasy adventure trilogy, perfect for readers aged 9+ and fans of Philip Pullman, Piers Torday, Abi Elphinstone, Katherine Rundell and Frances Hardinge.Seek the scattered Storm-Opals of Sea, Sky and Land, before an enemy finds them and uses them to wield dark power …The trail of the Storm-Opals takes Mouse further than she has ever been before. With her little brother Sparrow and friend Crow alongside her, she stumbles into the world of Sky, where fortresses are hidden amongst the clouds, secret libraries (skybraries) nestle atop gigantic icebergs and the sky swirls with warring tribes and their ferocious flying beasts. Can they solve Da's message before it's too late for their ship, their tribe and the whole of Trianukka?Sky-soaring, beast-chattering, dream-dancing, draggle-riding, terrodyl-flying, world-saving adventure. Praise for Sea, the first book in The Huntress Trilogy:'Moonsprites. Terrodyls. Beastchatter. The Huntress: Sea is a heart-thumpingly brilliant adventure. Paver meets Pullman. A real gem' – Abi Elphinstone, author of The Dreamsnatcher and The Shadow Keeper'A glorious world, a wild adventure and a fierce heroine. I can't stop thinking about this book!' – Robin Stevens, author of Murder Most UnladylikeIf you like Northern Lights, The Lie Tree, The Girl of Ink and Stars and Rooftoppers, you'll love The Huntress Trilogy.Sarah Driver is a graduate of the Bath Spa MA in Writing for Young People, during which she won the United Agents Most Promising Writer prize in 2014. She is also a qualified nurse and midwife. Sarah started writing stories as a small child and lists her influences as Spellhorn by Berlie Doherty, A Necklace Of Raindrops by Joan Aiken and the Carbonel books by Barbara Sleigh – those gorgeous, magical stories that create and nurture readers.When she’s not writing, she can be found walking by the sea, visiting exhibitions, reading or travelling, often in the name of research. She has seen humpback whales from an oak boat in the northern seas of Iceland, eaten cubes of six-month fermented Greenland shark, and journeyed by train beyond the arctic circle to the far north of Swedish Lapland, where she rode a slightly obstinate horse through a forest, under the northern lights, in temperatures of -32 degrees. She has learned that even horrifying bouts of sea-sickness make excellent research material.Sky is the second book in Sarah's debut series, The Huntress trilogy. Sarah lives in Sussex, close to the sea, with Lily, a street-wise ginger cat and an excitable mini-lop bunny named Peter.

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