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Firekeeper’s Daughter

A ground-breaking, heart-racing thriller perfect for fans of Angie Thomas and Tommy Orange

An instant no. 1 New York Times Bestseller, April 4 2021

Winner of the Goodreads Choice Awards for YA Fiction, 2021

Winner of CrimeFest Best YA Crime Fiction Prize, 2022

Shortlisted for Waterstones Children’s Book Prize, 2022

A Time magazine pick for Best YA of All Time, 2021

KEEP THE SECRET. LIVE THE LIE. EARN YOUR TRUTH.

Eighteen-year-old Daunis has always felt like an outsider with her mixed heritage, both in her hometown and on the nearby Ojibwe reservation.

After she witnesses a shocking murder, Daunis reluctantly agrees to go undercover for the FBI, who are convinced a drug trafficking ring are behind it. But secretly she pursues her own investigation, tracking down the culprits with her knowledge of traditional medicine.
As the bodies pile up, Daunis finds herself caught in a web of deceit that threatens the people she loves the most.

‘Raw and moving’ Cosmopolitan

‘A story that grips like a bulldog clip on your heart’ Katherine Rundell, author of The Good Thieves

‘Thrilling and heartwrenching’ Aisha Bushby, author of A Pocketful of Stars

‘A swift-paced, compelling thriller’ Guardian

The Giant Conker

“Guaranteed free of unicorns and princesses, it’s fun, empowering fiction for 5-8 year olds.” David Nicholls, author of One Day

“Every young girl should read this series!” Amanda Holden

Join best friends Katy, Cassie and Zia on a series of amazing adventures as they work together to save the planet…

The friends’ latest adventure takes them to an enchanted forest where they set out in search of the biggest conker in the world. But all is not as it seems.

The trees around them are dying – and where are the animals? As they try to work out a way to help, the girls discover how vital trees are to all life on Earth.

The Shadow Arts

‘A dark, mysterious, adrenaline-pumping rollercoaster of a story’ Kieran Larwood, author of The Five Realms

‘Clever, funny, exciting and occasionally downright nasty – terrific stuff!’ Alastair Chisholm, author of Orion Lost

‘A brilliant sequel’ Jennifer Killick, author of Crater Lake

The thrilling sequel to Monstrous Devices – Alex and his grandfather hold the fate of history itself in their hands in a Rick Riordan meets Raiders of the Lost Ark adventure of epic proportions!

When Alex’s grandfather sent him a tin robot with strange powers, his world changed forever…
Now, Alex must help his grandfather rescue his old friend Harry, who has fallen into the clutches of a formidable foe.
The duo’s mission takes them on a desperate dash across Europe, chasing down the mystery Harry was investigating when he disappeared.
But can Alex work out the ancient secret that lies hidden in the depths of Germany’s Black Forest and harness the powers of his robot before it’s too late?
Innocent lives – and even history itself – are at stake.

Monstrous Devices

‘I enjoyed everything about Damien Love’s debut.’ Anthony Horowitz, bestselling author of the Alex Rider series

‘Hugely original, exciting debut novel… a fantastical but entirely believable world with scary killer robots oiled to perfection with automaton history, surprising characters and dry humour… Get hold of a copy, wind it up and let yourself go.’ The Times

‘An effortless, atmospheric evocation of place and history combine in an unforgettable, immersive reading experience.’ Guardian

‘This grandad and grandson adventure has all the hallmarks of a whopping kids’ thriller.’ The Big Issue, Kids’ Books of the year

When twelve-year-old Alex receives an old tin robot in the post, the note from his grandfather simply reads: ‘This one is special’. But as strange events start occurring around him, it doesn’t take Alex long to suspect that the small toy is more than special; it might also be deadly.

Just as things are getting out of hand, Alex’s grandfather arrives, whisking him away from his otherwise humdrum life and into a world of strange, macabre magic. From Paris to Prague, they flee across snowy Europe in a quest to unravel the riddle of the little robot, and outwit relentless assassins of the human and mechanical kind. How does Alex’s grandfather know them? And can Alex safely harness the robot’s power, or will it fall into the wrong, wicked hands?

The Cat Man of Aleppo

Longlisted for the Cogan Heroes Picture Book Award 2023

Winner of the Caldecott Honor
Winner of the Middle East Book Award

‘A beautifully told and illustrated story that offers a unique perspective on both war and humanity.’
Kirkus, starred review

Out of the ravages of war came hope. How an act of kindness inspired millions worldwide.

When war came to Syria, many fled the once-beautiful city of Aleppo and were forced to become refugees in far-flung places. But Mohammad Alaa Aljaleel decided to stay and work as an ambulance driver, helping the civilians that couldn’t leave. He quickly realised that it wasn’t just people who needed care, but also the hundreds of cats abandoned on the streets. Using the little money he earned, he began feeding and looking after them. But there were too many for Alaa to care for on his own, so he asked the world for help to keep his new friends safe. Soon, his call was answered.

Alaa’s brave and heart-warming story is brought to triumphant life on these pages, which include a note from Alaa himself.

Alaa’s cat sanctuary has expanded to work with local children traumatised by a lifetime of war. To find out more about his work, visit ernestosanctuary.org

Can I Touch Your Hair?

A powerful story told through linked poems which raise questions of race and identity in an honest and tangible way for younger readers.

How can Irene and Charles work together on their classroom poetry project? They don’t know each other…and they’re not sure they want to. Irene Latham, who is white, and Charles Waters, who is black, use this fictional setup to delve into different experiences of race in a relatable way, exploring such topics as hair, hobbies, and family dinners. Accompanied by artwork from acclaimed illustrators Sean Qualls and Selina Alko, this remarkable collaboration invites readers of all ages to join the dialogue by putting their own words to their experiences.

Sword in the Stars

Ari, Merlin and her Rainbow knights must pull off a heist thousands of years in the past – to save humanity’s future.

The battle against the tyrannical Mercer corporation may have been won, but the war has only just begun. Now Ari and her cursed wizard Merlin must travel back in time to the unenlightened Middle Ages and steal King Arthur’s Grail – the very definition of impossible.

But the time travellers have to tread carefully. If they come face-to-face with the original Arthurian legend, it could produce a ripple effect that changes the course of history. It’s a risky game where the past can be even more dangerous than the future.

Talking to Alaska

A powerful story of two unlikely friends brought together by the love of a dog

‘Timeless and clever.’ Sophie Dahl

Sometimes rivals just need a helping paw…

It only takes one day at their new school for Parker and Sven to become mortal enemies. Parker’s had a terrible summer and just wants to be invisible, while Sven is desperate to make an impression and be known as anything other than "that boy with epilepsy."

When Parker discovers her beloved dog Alaska – who she had to give away last year – now belongs to Sven, she’s determined to steal Alaska back. Of course, that’s easier said than done…

The Sky is Mine

Shortlisted for the Bristol Teen Book Award 2020

Longlisted for the Branford Boase Award 2021

Nominated for the CILIP Carnegie Medal 2021

‘Izzy is my hero, and her voice deserves to be heard around the world. Stunning.’ Jennifer Niven, author of All the Bright Places

‘Amy Beashel holds nothing back when confronting rape culture and toxicity; this beautiful book will floor you and deserves to be on every shelf, everywhere.’ Kathleen Glasgow, author of Girl in Pieces

Izzy feels invisible. Trapped under the weight of expectation and censored by shame.

Her mum Steph and best friend Grace have always been there to save her. But with one under the control of her stepfather and the other caught in the throes of new love, Izzy is falling between the cracks.

As threats to her safety grow, Izzy wants to scream. But first she must find her voice.

And if the sky is the limit, then the sky is hers.

[This book contains material which some readers may find distressing, including discussions of rape, coercive behaviour, domestic violence and abuse.]

Aurora Burning

From the New York Times bestselling co-authors of the Illuminae Files comes the second book in the epic Aurora Cycle series about a squad of misfits, losers and discipline cases who just might be the galaxy’s best hope for survival.

Our heroes are back . . . kind of.
First, the bad news: An ancient evil – you know, your standard consume-all-life-in-the-galaxy deal – is about to be unleashed.
The good news? Squad 312 is standing by to save the day.
They’ve just got to take care of a few small distractions first.
Like the cadre of illegit GIA who’ll stop at nothing to get their hands on Auri.
Or Kal’s long-lost sister, who’s not exactly happy to see her baby brother, and has a Syldrathi army at her back.
With half the known galaxy on their tails, Squad 312 has never felt so wanted.
Shocking revelations, bank heists, mysterious gifts, inappropriately tight bodysuits and an epic firefight will determine the fate of the Aurora Legion’s most unforgettable heroes.

And maybe the rest of the galaxy as well.

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