Out & About December 2017

The Ghost Train Mystery by Luna Snow

supermarket, serves up Spam à la Custard for dinner and often doesn’t remember Jack’s name. But he can still take to the skies in a speeding Spitfire. This is the story of the bond between a small boy and his beloved grandfather, which takes readers on a high- octane adventure full of comedy and heart. Illustrated by the award-winning Tony Ross. Littlies An enchanting story about the magic of Christmas, complete with beautiful, hand- drawn illustrations. Elmo is a kind-hearted mouse blessed with a magical tail from the moon, so what is he supposed to do when he finds himself tail-less and alone on Christmas Eve? Elmo’s Christmas Tail by Tammy Johnston

Twins Alex and Alice are excited – the fair is coming to their small village. Here they meet Count Grenelli, who owns a ghost train. There is more to the count than meets the eye. What is Count Granelli’s secret? Find out in this fun and mysterious adventure.

Into the Water by Paula Hawkins

Following her explosive debut thriller The Girl on the Train, Paula Hawkins delivers an urgent, satisfying read that hinges on the stories we tell about our past and their power to destroy the lives we live now. Teens The Girl Who Dared to Think by Bella Forrest An unforgettable tale brimming with suspense, mystery and romance that will thrill fans of The Gender Game, Divergent and The Hunger Games . How do you fight an enemy when they’re inside your mind? Twenty-year-old Liana Castell must be careful what she thinks. When her worst nightmare comes to pass desperation sends her down a path few dare to tread. In a society where free-thinking can make you a criminal, one girl dares to try... The End of the World Running Club by Adrian J Walker When the world ends and you find yourself stranded on the wrong side of the country, every second counts. No one knows this more than Edgar Hill. 550 miles away from his family, he must push himself to the very limit to get back to them, or risk losing them forever. His best option is to run. An original and powerful post-apocalyptic thriller, perfect for fans of The Martian . 9-12 years Birthday Boy by David Baddiel This is the story of Sam Green, who really, really, really loves birthdays. In fact, he wishes it was his birthday every day. So it’s incredibly exciting when his 11th birthday happens again the next morning. And again. And again. Sometimes you have to be careful what you wish for…

This Book isn’t Safe by Colin Furze The first practical-inventions book for

children by YouTuber Colin Furze contains 10 awesome inventions for girls, boys and parents everywhere to make at home, with just a basic tool kit. 7-9 years

Oi Cat by Kes Gray, illustrated by Jim Field

According to Frog ... Cats sit on gnats, Dogs sit on logs, Raccoons sit on macaroons, Armadillos sit on pillows and Chicks sit on bricks. But wait! Cat doesn’t like sitting on gnats, they keep biting his bottom. Will Frog and Dog help him change the rules?

The Racehorse Who Wouldn’t Gallop by Clare Balding Charlie Bass is a horse-mad 10-year-old who dreams of owning her own pony. So when Charlie accidentally manages to buy a racehorse, Noble Warrior, she is thrilled. There’s just one problem – he won’t gallop. In fact, he won’t even leave his stable without his best friend, a naughty palomino pony called Percy . Can Charlie turn her chaotic family into a top training team? Will Percy the pony ever stop farting? Perfect for fans of Dick King-Smith and Gerald Durrell.

Dog Man by Dave Pilkey

The newest hero from the creator of Captain Underpants is still learning a few tricks of the trade. Petey the cat is out of the bag and his criminal curiosity is taking the city by storm. Can the canine crime biter unleash justice on this ruffian in time to save the city, or will Petey get away with the purrfect crime?

Grandpa’s Great Escape by David Walliams Jack’s Grandpa wears his slippers to the

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