Shadowsmith

Are you brave? When the mysterious Amelia Pigeon turns up at Kirby's bedroom window in the dead of night, this is the question she asks him – immediately before they tumble into a world of ancient malevolent spirits who have torn their way into Kirby's boring seaside village. Kirby isn't feeling brave at all. His mother is in a coma following a freak (or was it?) accident, and he's hardly talking to his dad. He's convinced a spider is watching him, and now a weird girl in a yellow raincoat – who claims to be a powerful, evil-banishing Shadowsmith – is dragging him into unknown danger. How brave is he really? Ross MacKenzie, author of the Blue Peter award-winning The Nowhere Emporium, weaves a world of magic and adventure which twists and turns magnificently and will keep thrilled young readers guessing right to the end.

When the mysterious Nowhere Emporium arrives in Glasgow, orphan Daniel Holmes stumbles upon it quite by accident. Before long, the 'shop from nowhere' -- and its owner, Mr Silver -- draw Daniel into a breathtaking world of magic and enchantment. Recruited as Mr Silver's apprentice, Daniel learns the secrets of the Emporium's vast labyrinth of passageways and rooms -- rooms that contain wonders beyond anything Daniel has ever imagined. But when Mr Silver disappears, and a shadow from the past threatens everything, the Emporium and all its wonders begin to crumble. Can Daniel save his home, and his new friends, before the Nowhere Emporium is destroyed forever? Scottish Children's Book Award winner Ross MacKenzie unleashes a riot of imagination, colour and fantasy in this astonishing adventure, perfect for fans of Philip Pullman, Corneila Funke and Neil Gaiman.

The Nowhere Emporium has been stolen. The shop from nowhere has vanished without a trace. Will it ever reappear? As they search for the lost Emporium, Daniel and Ellie encounter magical bookshops, deserted islands in the dead of nig

MAGIC AND MENACE Mountain boy Hitch had no plans beyond reaching the palace of the Dreamwright and delivering Princess Diligence up to her mother, the immortal Amonwelle of the Unseen Wall. But when they arrived, they found the palace besieged by the armies of the ancient menace called the Shadowsmith. . . and the fabled Dreamwright dead. Amonwelle expected Diligence to stand by her side and defend the Wall; Hitch, she expected to replace the Dreamwright. But then a minion of the Shadowsmith sent him hurtling through a portal into another place. . . As Hitch struggled to find his way through the forbidden forests of the Aulmad, Diligence set off in secret to search for him. Between them lay a hidden underground world, a bronze giant from eons past, mysterious candlemen, and enigmatic visitors from beyond the sky. But even if the two adventurers could find each other, they still would not be safe. For haunting their every step was the Shadowsmith himself. . . Explore a world of magic and adventure, mystery and danger. . . the world of the bestselling computer game MIGHT AND MAGIC

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Taking care of a cat and a baby brother turns into a series of comic adventures when George wakes up to find himself shrunk to the size of a mouse.

Lo-Melkhiin killed three hundred girls before he came to her village, looking for a wife. When she sees the dust cloud on the horizon she knows he has arrived. She knows he will want the loveliest girl: her sister. She vows she will not let her be next. And so she is taken in her sister's place, and she believes death will soon follow. But back in their village her sister is mourning. Through her pain, she calls upon the desert winds, conjuring a subtle unseen magic, and something besides death stirs the air in it's place. Lo-Melkhiin's court is a dangerous palace filled with pretty things: intricate statues with wretched eyes, exquisite threads to weave the most beautiful garments. She sees everything as if for the last time. But the first sun sets and rises, and she is not dead. Night after night Lo-Melkhiin comes to her, and listens to the stories she tells and day after day she is awoken by the sunrise. Exploring the palace, she begins to unlock years of fear that have tormented and silenced a kingdom. Lo-Melkhiin was not always a cruel ruler. Something went wrong. The words she speaks to him every night are given strange life of their own. She makes things appear. Little things, at first: a dress from home, a vision of her sister. With each tale she spins, her power grows. Soon she dreams of bigger, more terrible magic: power enough to save a king, if she can put an end to rule of a monster.

The adventure that began in Siobhan Dowd's popular and acclaimed novel The London Eye Mystery at long last continues with Ted, Kat, and their cousin Salim investigating a theft at the Guggenheim Museum that's been pinned on Salim's mother! When Ted and his big sister, Kat, take a trip to New York to visit their cousin Salim and their aunt Gloria, they think they're prepared for big-city adventures. But when a famous painting is stolen from the Guggenheim Museum, where Aunt Gloria works, the surprises begin to mount faster than they could have anticipated. With the police looking at Aunt Gloria as the prime suspect, Ted, Kat, and Salim become sleuthing partners, following a trail of clues across NYC to prove her innocence--and to pinpoint the real thief. Ultimately, it comes down to Ted, whose brain works in its own very unique way, to find the key to the mystery. "Fast-paced, suspenseful, but never scary, a middle-grade mystery with a singular voice and a welcome continuation of the Sparks' adventures." -- Kirkus Reviews "Swift pacing and smartly integrated clues allow readers to make connections along with the characters. Stevens's portrayal of Ted, who is on the autism spectrum, is positive and empowering" -- School Library Journal "A welcome return for this dynamic trio." -- Booklist

Vinnie Shadowsmith arrives at Elmsmere Academy. A tranquil paradise for some, Vinnie sees it for what it is; a prison for gifted children and a fortress of despair. He meets the enchanting Lilana Flowerdew and the defiant Kitty Midnight, and together they plot their daring escape. Follow our heroes as they discover the truth about the world around them, harness their super human gifts, and learn how to conquer the magic of their Periapt charms. Filled with courageous battles, daring escapes, and awe inspiring, magical creatures, Children of the Periapt: Escape from Elmsmere will capture the imagination and leave you desperate for the next instalment. If you loved the adventures of Harry Potter, or revelled in the travels of the children in the Chronicles of Narnia, you will love Children of the Periapt: Escape from Elmsmere. A wonderful fantasy adventure that children will love! For children aged 9 - 12, who want to be swept away to a fantastical land filled with unusual creatures and magical, gifted children. A great chapter book for middle grade readers. Perfect for boys and girls alike, the story has strong male and female characters. An action adventure for all ages. H. Bridge - Teacher A brilliantly written & engrossing story. I found it very hard to put down and looked forward to reading the next chapter. Loved the various different characters and creatures. Would love to try the Crumblers and Elmberry tea myself! Can’t wait to read it to my six-year-old. R. Harrison - Secondary School Teacher This was a book that I couldn’t put down and had to read in one sitting. Every character you meet along the journey are vividly described, and you can imagine yourself having tea and cake with the Groggles (my personal favourites!) I feel invested in these characters now and cannot wait until the next instalment to see how the story plays out for all of them. A. Deakins - Primary School Teacher A very gripping novel. I loved all the twists and turns.

After finding an abandoned baby, 13-yr-old Amy sets out to find the mother. On her way home from school, 13-year-old Amy finds a newborn baby abandoned at the village bus stop. It's wrong, just like when Mum walked out on Amy and her sister ten years ago - so she tries to fix it, by finding the baby's mother. But as Amy searches, she uncovers another story, a secret even closer to home. A thought-provoking story exploring the complexities of family, friends and making difficult choices.