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Valegro – A Rising Star is the long-awaited book three about the story of Valegro, the most successful and famous dressage horse in the world! Valegro – Blueberry to his friends – is continuing his dressage career. At last he is fulfilling his ambition, to become a top-class dressage horse,...

Inspired by David’s own Border Collie, Misty and her group of friends cannot help but get into scrapes wherever they go! In On the Dog Walk! they embark on a series of adventures chasing rabbits, running away from spiders and creepy crawlies, almost getting lost and even run into an angry farmer...

In this, the second book in the series about superstar dressage horse Valegro, Blueberry – as he is known at home – begins his schooling under the experienced eye of his owner and trainer Carl Hester. The little brown horse has to learn his craft and it isn't long before Carl has him entered for some important competitions.

Through these 13 humorous animal poems by Ruth Lennard, we experience the adventures of owning a pet. ‘Lionel the Lion Dog’ is a heartwarming tale of a prodigal pet, whilst another dog, which likes digging, teaches his master a lesson about gadgets! In the popular, ‘A Little Trim’, there’s...

This is a thoroughly nasty series of books aimed at a particular kind of person. If you faint at the thought of a scary insect – DON’T BUY THIS BOOK, or if you get upset by the knowledge that the world’s biggest killer is an insect, then go and buy a book about flowers. This book is really despicable....

This delightful new children’s book, Saving Maya, is perfect for readers aged 8 and above. It tells the story of two dogs who are destined to become sisters. An uplifting tale, based on a true-life story, not only introduces young readers to pet rescue and adoption, but also educates children about...

Caitlin’s Wish is an enchanting and moving story based on real life events; an inspiring tale of triumph over adversity. It follows one little girl’s journey as she comes to terms with her father’s life-changing illness. Unable to accept all the changes in her life, Caitlin asks herself, “Why...

Life at the pond can get pretty boring—even if you’re living in the heart of New York. So when Frijibold the Frog hears about the exclusive apartments in trendy Shark Fin Towers, he jumps at the chance to fulfil his secret lifelong dream: living in a skyscraper among those fascinating creatures...

In the shadows of Walton Hall a demon lurks. His name: Mephistopheles. In 1586, young John Striven struck a bargain with him in return for help against his murderous foster brother. Nice work for a demon – or it should have been. Because somehow, his plan to trap the 12-year-old went wrong. All...

Ana is miserable at having to start a new life after moving house. The beautiful willow tree at the bottom of her garden is her only solace. The story begins when her daddy decides to chop down Willow to make room for a shed. Ana is distraught, but events take a surprising turn when the tree starts to fight back!

Being a teenager is hard. It can feel like there's always someone looking at you, or someone talking at you, to you or behind your back. Someone liking you, criticising you, teasing you, picking on you or daring you. It's a crazy time, but is the time of your life when you really find out who you...

A guide to support our children through illness and encourage a healthy immune response to disease. For parents looking for a more natural way to support their child’s health. Promotes calmer and more confident nursing of child through a fever at home. Written by a trained nurse and natural health...

If you travel through Earth's heavenly blue sky, out into the velvety black darkness of space, you'll eventually reach a small constellation, its name - Starganzia.

Beaches are magical places! It’s the excitement of never knowing what you might find washed up by the tide; a football, a crate of oranges, a drum, shoes, bags filled with soggy surprises, pieces of driftwood, coconuts, furniture... even a message in a bottle! Every day, Barnabas the beachcomber...