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TrooFriend
Name: Alice Drury
05 June 2026;Genre: Science Fiction
Set in a world not so different from our own, TrooFriend by Kirsty Applebaum introduces the idea of android robots becoming our one true friend. Written from the point of view of Ivy, the AI TrooFriend 560 Mark IV robot that Sarah's mum buys for her, she is introduced as a chi...
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Tadpole Summer
Name: Jenny Caddick
04 June 2026;Genre: Bereavement
Tadpole Summer is a fantastic and compelling story that sensitively and powerfully explores the emotional issues, not only of loss and bereavement, but of the journey of a family moving through the stages of a life-limiting illness. The story centres around older sister...
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The Thing About Giants
Name: Sue Wilsher
04 June 2026;Genre: Myths & Legends
Daughter of Giant Hunters, Jacq is about to, somewhat reluctantly, follow in their footsteps. Corman, a young giant, is on his first trip above ground with his father to forage for 'jurtear', much-needed medicine for his sister. Separated from his father in an attack by hunters, Corman is desp...
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Maisie vs the Pyramids
Name: Amy Newton
04 June 2026;Genre: Adventure
Maisie vs the Pyramids by Jack Jackman is an exciting adventure story filled with mystery, action, and humour. It is part of the Maisie Vs… series and follows Maisie as she travels to Egypt with her dad. What starts as a research trip soon turns into a thrilling quest t...
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Monsieur Mustard: The Disappearance of Fabio Fangtooth
Name: Sue Wilsher
03 June 2026;Genre: Mystery & Detective
When Fabio Fangtooth is the first victim in a series of mysterious disappearances, it is fortunate that the incredible Monsieur Mustard is on hand to investigate. With the help - or hindrance - of a highly-excitable side kick and the local police, the very dapper, diminutive detective sets abo...
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Who Will You Be When You Grow Up?: A Let’s Talk picture book to help children talk about the future
Name: Maria
03 June 2026;Genre: Personal Growth
Who Will You Be When You Grow Up? is part of the Let's Talk series and is a fun way to encourage discussions and to support children in their understanding of the world. This book begins with a question "Who will you be when you grow up?" and then takes the reader on s...
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World Cup Greatest Moments
Name: Amy Newton
03 June 2026;Genre: Non Fiction
World Cup Greatest Moments by Matt and Tom Oldfield is an exciting and engaging book for football fans, especially young readers who love the FIFA World Cup. The book takes readers on a journey through some of the most unforgettable moments in World Cup history, featuri...
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The Blue Tomato
Name: Maria Age 6
02 June 2026;Genre: Personal Growth
The title of this book will definitely makes the reader want to read this book because tomatoes are usually red! The front cover show lots of familiar red tomatoes and a small, strange blue tomato peering at each other and will encourage children to question what might happen....
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University of Cambridge: Think Big: The Power of Volcanoes
Name: Jacqueline Harris
02 June 2026;Genre: Non Fiction
This non-fiction text has the added attraction of powerful illustrations and is part of the Nosy Crow/University of Cambridge collaboration called 'Think Big - Surprising Science for Curious Minds'. Each double page spread in the book answers a specific question about volcanoes, with additiona...
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Strike
Name: Sue Wilsher
02 June 2026;Genre: Representation & Inclusion
Owen is a talented young footballer, with a chance of achieving his dream of becoming a professional player. When he and his best friend, Teddy, are taken on by an academy, Owen is focused on on one thing - football. But when he finds a note asking for help hidden inside his new boots, he disc...
