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Mr Penguin and the Lost Treasure: Book 1

Alex T. Smith

From the international bestselling creator of Claude, comes a brand new hero - Mr Penguin.

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Attack of the Snailiens! (Astrid and the Space Cadets, Book 1)

Alex T. Smith

Blast off on an adventure with the Space Cadets! From beloved children's author-illustrator Alex T. Smith, the bestselling creator of the Claude series and How Winston Delivered Christmas, comes…

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The Frost Fair (The Miraculous Sweetmakers, Book 1)

Natasha Hastings, Alex T. Smith (illus.)

An amazing and captivating, curl-up-on-the-sofa debut about a magical frost fair and the lasting power of friendship, perfect for fans of Tamzin Merchant, Abi Elphinstone and Anna James.

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Wayne Gretzky vs. Alex Ovechkin

Elliott Smith

"Wayne Gretzky and Alex Ovechkin are hockey superstars! Between the two, Gretzky has the most career points, but Ovechkin has more game-winning goals. So which one is the all-time best…

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Wayne Gretzky vs. Alex Ovechkin

Elliott Smith

"Wayne Gretzky and Alex Ovechkin are hockey superstars! Between the two, Gretzky has the most career points, but Ovechkin has more game-winning goals. So which one is the all-time best…

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The Twelve Days of Christmas: Grandma is Overly Generous

Alex T Smith,Alex T. Smith

A witty new version of the classic festive poem

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Claude on the Slopes

Alex T. Smith

In this latest adventure, on a winter’s day, Claude goes from throwing snowballs and making snowmen to causing an all-out avalanche! Claude was selected for the Waterstone’s Children’s Book Prize…

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Claude on Holiday

Alex T. Smith

Come with Claude on a smashing adventure! These waggy tales are perfect for new readers, with illustrations on every page. As seen on TV - Claude is the star of…

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A Grimacres Whodunnit: Murder! By Narwhal!

Alex T. Smith

The first book in a playful, tongue-in-cheek murder mystery series, from the bestselling creator of Claude and Mr Penguin, Alex T. Smith - marking his impressive arrival into the middle-grade…

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Claude in the City

Alex T. Smith

Come with Claude on a smashing adventure! These waggy tales are perfect for new readers, with illustrations on every page. As seen on TV - Claude is the star of…

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Mr Penguin and the Catastrophic Cruise: Book 3

Alex T. Smith

From the internationally bestselling creator of Claude comes a hero like no other: Mr Penguin. Indiana Jones meets Hercule Poirot in this series from Alex T. Smith, ideal for 7+…

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Astrid and the Space Cadets: Race from Planet Peril!

Alex T. Smith

The second book in Alex T. Smith's Astrid and the Space Cadets series - highly illustrated in black and white, this laugh-out-loud series is perfect for children who are ready…

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The Nutcracker

Alex T. Smith

The Nutcracker And the Mouse King's Christmas Shenanigans is a gorgeously illustrated new take on a festive classic from beloved author illustrator Alex T. Smith.

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Grandma is Overly Generous

Alex T. Smith

Re-written and illustrated by Alex T. Smith, the King of Christmas, this small hardback retelling of The Twelve Days of Christmas will make the perfect gift for any child this…

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Mr Penguin and the Fortress of Secrets: Book 2

Alex T. Smith

From the internationally bestselling creator of Claude comes a hero like no other: Mr Penguin. Indiana Jones meets Hercule Poirot in this series from Alex T. Smith, ideal for 7+…

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Mr Penguin and the Tomb of Doom: Book 4

Alex T. Smith

From the internationally bestselling creator of Claude comes a hero like no other: Mr Penguin. Indiana Jones meets Hercule Poirot in this series from Alex T. Smith, ideal for 7+…

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Southampton Greatest Games: Saints’ Fifty Finest Matches

Alex Crook,Alex Smith

Described in atmospheric and evocative detail, here are 50 of Saints’ most glorious, epochal and thrilling games of all! Southampton Greatest Games offers a terrace ticket back in time. From…

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Foxy Tales: The Cunning Plan

Caryl Hart

From two of the hottest new talents around comes a crazy new series bursting with ridiculous scrapes and slapstick humour.

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The Sea Queen

Natasha Hastings

A bewitching and powerful tale of sparkling magic, spellbinding mystery and a friendship worth risking everything for, perfect for fans of Tamzin Merchant, Abi Elphinstone and Anna James.

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The Wolf In Me

Alex Smith

With the war continuing to rage on with no end in sight, Percy must continue to fight for his pack in the genocide of the human race. History has a…

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Emerging Englishes

Alex Baratta, Rui He, Paul Vincent Smith

This book encourages further conversation on the expanding circle in World Englishes, offering a detailed look at "China English" through the academic writing of Chinese students at a British university…

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Every Crooked Kingdom

Alex Katt

Every Crooked Kingdom is a coming-of-age story about the new beginnings of Wade Duke Larson, an intelligent and obnoxiously arrogant West Virginia boy desiring a life that would never be…

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Alex’s Amazing Kingdom Adventure

Gale A Smith

Join Alex and his three friends - Faith the Little Lamb, Brave Lion and Wise Wolf - as they set out on an adventure together to discover the Kingdom of…

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The Astonishing Future of Alex Nobody

Kate Gilby Smith

Have you ever thought what it might be like if you were famous in the future? A brilliant adventure for fans of Ross Welford - a story about friendship, courage…

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The Len Hurst: The First Great Marathon runner

Alex Smith

The story of the First Great Marathon Runner, who hailed form Sittingbourne in Kent. Follow his races and training and see some nostalgic pictures from a very different era of…

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Nantucket Boat

Alex Smith

This book is based on a true story. In August 2008, two men from Nantucket went fishing for the day on the twenty-six-foot boat the Queen Bee. As they made…

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189 Car Jokes & Puns That Are So Bad, They’re Good

Alex Smith

189 Car Jokes and Puns That Are So Bad, They’re Good is full of car jokes, car puns, mechanic jokes, driving jokes, witty jokes and short jokes.

-What is the…

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Arkdust

Alex Smith

Pain, hope, and love collide in this explosive collection of speculative fiction. Arkdust demands revolutions while seeking compassion and understanding. Alex Smith gives us abandoned Black Panthers, disillusioned queer anarchists…

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Study U Abroad: The 5 Keys to Unlock Your Awesomeness and Transform Your World

Alex Smith

When you study abroad, you’re given an amazing opportunity to challenge your ideas about yourself and the world in ways you can’t imagine. You join a growing network of globally-minded…

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Devilskein and Dearlove

Alex Smith

THIS EDITION NOT FOR SALE IN REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA. NOMINATED FOR 2015 CARNEGIE MEDAL A Young Adult novel set in South Africa. Young Erin Dearlove has lost everything in…

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Agents of Karma: Debt to Pay

Alex Smith

Axel Drake was not a people person. He didn’t hate people, but he wasn’t particularly fond of them. He decided he needed a change, so when his uncle suggested he…

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Obituary: A Collection of Poems

Alex Smith

What would a life without sadness, anger, defeat, love, and vulnerability truly represent? It represents a life lived in fear. Every human is hesitant of showing their true, raw, authentic…

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Business Management for the IB Diploma Exam Preparation Guide

Alex Smith

A comprehensive second edition of Business Management for the IB Diploma, revised for first teaching in 2014.

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American Crucifixion: The Murder of Joseph Smith and the Fate of the Mormon Church

Alex Beam

An excellent book about the life and death of [an] utterly uncategorizable man. - Wall Street Journal

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Historians on Robin Hood

Offers a comprehensive thematic introduction to a wide range of medieval writings about the outlaw-hero from a series of different historical perspectives.

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AFC Bournemouth Match of My Life: Cherries Relive Their Greatest Games

Alex Crook,Pat Symes

Twenty AFC Bournemouth legends come together to relive the magical moments from the most memorable matches in the club’s history. From Ted MacDougall’s record-breaking nine-goal haul to the Cherries’ greatest…

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Bournemouth Match of My Life: Cherries Relive Their Greatest Games

Alex Crook,Pat Symes

Twenty AFC Bournemouth legends come together to relive the magical moments from the most memorable matches in the club’s history. From Ted MacDougall’s record-breaking nine-goal haul to the Cherries’ greatest…

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Homebody

Alex Dunkin

Aaron is a homemaker. He knows his domain. He’s in charge of everything at home and he is perfect in his role until his marriage begins to falter. The distance…

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Southampton Match of My Life: Eighteen Saints Relive Their Greatest Games

Joe Batchelor,Alex Crook

Twenty Southampton legends tell the stories behind their favourite games for the club - enabling Saints fans of all ages to relive these magic moments through the eyes and emotions…

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Newcastle United Match of My Life

Alex Crook, Jake Rusby

Newcastle legends from across the decades offer a unique insight into the most magical moments in the history of the North East giants. Greats including Alan Shearer, Bob Moncur and…

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Coming Out Catholic

Alex Dunkin

Like all good Catholic boys I care what Jesus thinks. Jesus–both the man and the faith. Following him makes me happy. There’s just one issue… I think I’m gay.

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Lessons In Golf

Smith Alex

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the "public…

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Lessons In Golf

Smith Alex

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the "public…

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231 Dad Jokes That Are So Bad, They’re Good

Alex Smith

231 Dad Jokes That Are So Bad, They’re Good is full of witty jokes and short jokes.

Q: What has two butts and kills people?

A: An assassin.

This collection…

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