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  The Boy The Witch and The Queen...

  Barbara Henderson

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  No.
  Not the Palace.
  Anywhere but the Palace.
  12-year-old Alexander Buchan was once content, training as a falconer at Strathbogie Castle in Huntly. But when his Earl sends him to Edinburgh to the court of the newly arrived Mary, Queen of Scots, the boy finds himself lured into a world of intrigue, terror and treachery. Alexander knows right from wrong, but how can he hope to outwit the Earl's murderous messenger? Surely no one can defy such a powerful master whose wife is rumoured to be a witch!
  Soon, more than the boy's own life is at stake: his friend Lizzie is arrested and the the angry clouds of Reformation Scotland gather around the young Queen. 
  It seems that Alexander must spy – or die.

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  Knowing the Score

  Ros Roberts

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  For as long as Gemma can remember it's been her and Mum against the world. They're as close as can be, but deep down she longs to get to know the rest of her family – Gran and Mum's brother Joe – the family Mum turned her back on around the time Gemma was born. With the summer holidays approaching, Mum is invited on an adults-only holiday. Gemma spots a chance to uncover the story behind the family rift and convinces Mum to let her stay with Joe. He's the perfect uncle – fun, friendly and generous, and even signs her up for tennis camp. But Gemma can't shake the feeling that he and Gran are keeping secrets. As the truth emerges, can Gemma find a way to bring her family back together? A heartfelt story of complex families, forgiveness and new beginnings, for fans of Jacqueline Wilson, Lisa Thompson, Susin Nielsen and Cath Howe.

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  A New Friend for Me

  Cass Hollander

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  Fun sound effects and whimsical music help tell the funny story when Montague Morton Meriwether Smith arrives at a new school. What will happen during show and tell when one student's pet snake gets out of the box? Follow along through each day of the week, and discover how this cool kid makes a special, new friend. A positive ending adds interest to this silly story and encourages a lifelong love for storytime.

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  Mort the Meek and the Perilous...

  Rachel Delahaye

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  "Engagingly light-hearted, Pratchettesque comic fantasy" - The Guardian
  
  When Brutalia's ever suspicious Queen is forewarned of a new enemy – a nearby island called Bonrock – Mort is worried. As a pacifist, he's a firm believer that strangers are just friends they haven't met yet. Then he and his best friend and fellow pacifist Weed are sent to the island to investigate.
  
  But Bonrock is a warm and welcoming place, with luscious landscapes and tropical waters. Mort's relieved – there's no need to fight! Until they stumble upon something terrifying… Perhaps there really is trouble in paradise?
  
  The third book in a wickedly funny series about an aspiring pacifist in a brutal kingdom, perfect for fans of the HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON series, FROSTHEART and THE NOTHING TO SEE HERE HOTEL.
  
  Praise for MORT THE MEEK AND THE RAVENS' REVENGE:
  
  "Crammed with wisecracking corvids and outrageous wordplay, it's engagingly light-hearted, Pratchettesque comic fantasy" - The Guardian
  
  "Delahaye's writing is clever and hilarious and bursting with creativity" - Rashmi Sirdeshpande, author of HOW TO CHANGE THE WORLD
  
  "A rip-roaringly funny read from the queen of comedy" - Linda C, Educator
  
  "This is a hilariously dark adventure for anyone who wants to stand up for what's right" - Tsam P, Bookseller

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  Dear Mother Nature

  Amira Berhili

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  Have you noticed that the world is changing? The animals have noticed something strange has happened. Our planet Earth has changed drastically over the years, and Mother Nature is saddened to see her world like this. As guardians of this planet, we seem to have forgotten how to look after our beautiful world. The animals are feeling worried and scared because their environment is changing. Each animal has been affected in various ways, so they decided to ask Mother Nature for help.
  
  Take a journey around the world, meeting different animals and reading their letters to Mother Nature. She is counting on you to give her a helping hand. Do you think you can help them?
  
  This book is a perfect introduction for curious minds to learn about the effects of climate change. The story provokes a deeper understanding of their world and how it can, directly and indirectly, impact them.
  
  Can you help Mother Nature tackle these issues?

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  Lilly the Lodger Finds Her New...

  Neil Jolley

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  Lilly feels bound to live with her beloved aunt and uncle til one day her forever home comes calling! Not only does she find her new beloved forever family but finds turning from a window cleaner to detective not only saves the day but the whole town. Is her foe a dog, a rabbit, another window cleaner? Follow Lilly or, should I say, follow her nose! She does!

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