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Half boy. Half God. All Hero. Dive into the world of Greek mythology with Percy Jackson in this exciting 5-book collection by Rick Riordan. Join Percy, a seemingly ordinary boy who discovers he is the son of Poseidon, God of the Sea. With monsters, gods, and the fate of the world on his shoulders, Percy's adventures are thrilling, action-packed, and full of heart. This collection includes: Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief: Percy was just a regular kid—expelled from school a few times—but life takes a turn when he accidentally vaporizes his math teacher. His discovery that he’s the son of a Greek god sets him on a journey of danger, adventure, and a race to stop a brewing war between the gods.  Percy Jackson and the Sea of Monsters: Being the son of Poseidon isn’t all it's cracked up to be. Percy faces new challenges as monsters constantly try to kill him. But with his friends by his side, he embarks on a dangerous quest to the Sea of Monsters to save his best friend and Camp Half-Blood.  Percy Jackson and the Titan's Curse: Life at Camp Half-Blood is anything but normal. Percy must battle mythical creatures and take on the weight of his godly heritage. His latest quest brings him face-to-face with even greater dangers, as the Titan Lord Kronos grows stronger.  Percy Jackson and the Battle of the Labyrinth: As Percy continues his training, he faces the deadly and intricate maze of the Labyrinth. With Kronos' army threatening to destroy the camp, Percy and his friends must navigate the treacherous path to stop the Titan’s army from rising.  Percy Jackson and the Last Olympian: Turning sixteen should come with great gifts, but for Percy, it comes with a prophecy that could determine the fate of the world. The battle for Olympus is at hand, and Percy must make the ultimate choice to save the world.
Quill and the Last Generation is the first in a spectacular epic fantasy trilogy from award-winning author C. M. Lewis. Perfect for readers of 9-12 who love Skandar, Percy Jackson, and Cressida Cowell. A world without children is a world dying for a hero. No babies have been born for twelve years. No one knows why. Quill, a shy, ordinary, twelve-year-old boy, doesn't know the first thing about being a hero. But that changes the moment a mysterious young shapeshifter, in the form of a raven, opens his eyes to a world bursting with urgent magic and breathtaking danger. Quill must prepare forDRAGONS that guard the deepest secrets,A MONSTROUS HOUND hunting lost souls andA WATER HORSE of deadly beauty. Everyone believes Quill is the last generation's only hope. But to save everyone, he must be ready to face the King of Darkness in battle, and claim the Light of the World before time runs out. First he needs to find the courage to fight.
From the bestselling and award-winning author of The Hatmakers comes an enchanting new tale that reimagines the young lives of Merlin, Arthur and Guinevere, and reveals the origins of Maker magic. Gwyn has never wanted to act like a lady. She much prefers fighting with her wooden sword to weaving intricate tapestries. When her father takes her to join the royal court at Tintagel, Gwyn meets Merlin: a wild young boy with unique powers, in desperate need of her help. They flee Tintagel together, and before long, the young prince, Arthur, joins them. So begins an epic journey across ancient Britain, involving giants, mermaids, unicorns and witches - and their discovery of a truly monstrous plan. This band of unlikely friends must prevent the mythical Oakheart - the foundation of all magic in the land - from being stolen. Or magic will be lost forever . .  . Discover the beginnings of Maker magic, and meet Cordelia Hatmaker's legendary ancestors, in this thrilling story.  A swashbuckling romp for lovers of history and magic .  . . Will appeal to Philip Pullman and Harry Potter fans
Malachite, The Winds of Fate follows the first section of the three-part finale of the Malachite Saga as Part One of The Dark Conductors. As an adventure-packed middle grade novel that once again features themes of friendship, mystery, action and fantasy, we follow the deadly mission to find the first, dark conductor through the perspective of humorous Buxy Brown. Buxy Brown, Roy Realms, Achilles Foster and Rose Merriwyn are on the mortal mission of acquiring the first of Velkrom’s three, magical conductors. In order to achieve this, they have to travel through time in a risky treasure hunt across the globe. The year is 1912 and the friends find themselves atop a titanic, supposedly unsinkable ship. With no clue of where to find the conductor, what it looks like, or who has it, the mission seems to be a lot harder than Buxy had expected. Even though at first, time-travelling is as thrilling as he’d always imagined, the dangers of meddling with the past loom in the horizon. Will Buxy be able to keep it together long enough to find the conductor and return home safely without screwing up the timeline in the process?
BLOODTHIRSTY UNICORNS. UNLIKELY HEROES. A MORTAL ENEMY. Don’t miss this epic final adventure in the number 1 bestselling SKANDAR series, for fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Eragon and Impossible Creatures. Skandar is in hiding after the Chaos Cup where Rex Manning revealed a game-changing secret. But as Rex prepares to invade the Mainland, the Islanders are not sure who to trust. With one of Skandar’s closest friends now fighting for the enemy, Skandar must build new alliances – including an uneasy truce with Kenna. To defeat Rex, Skandar and his friends will need to look back to the origins of the Island, and harness the full power of their elemental magic. Can Skandar become the leader he needs to be – to save the Mainland and the heart of the Island itself? Get ready for unlikely heroes, elemental magic, sky battles, ancient secrets and ferocious unicorns in this highly anticipated adventure that will keep you reading after lights out!
The mysterious Nowhere Emporium has appeared once more. With its shining bricks the colour of midnight, and rich scents of melting chocolate and exotic spices, it's easy to see why inquisitive Mirren isn't the only one bewitched by the magical store. Behind the Emporium's red velvet curtain lies a palace of unimaginable treasures ­- glittering jewels and gleaming gold, sparkling diamonds and shining armour. But hidden among these wonders, something sinister is lurking. The Emporium is under the control of a menacing figure in a top hat who calls himself Vindictus Sharpe. Who is he? And where is the Emporium's rightful owner, Daniel? Return to a world where imagination is power and anything is possible in the heart-stopping finale to the multi-award-winning Nowhere Emporium trilogy.
The highly anticipated third book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Supernatural Investigations series that began with Amari and the Night Brothers! Perfect for readers aged 8+ and fans of Skandar, Percy Jackson, Nevermoor and K Pop Demon Hunters. War has come to the supernatural world, and Amari’s two worst enemies are leading the charge. Elaine Harlowe has manipulated her way into becoming prime minister, using her mind control ability to force the Bureau to take up her vicious grudge against magiciankind. Meanwhile, Dylan Van Helsing, the newly crowned leader of the League of Magicians—and Amari’s former partner—is after a destructive new power that would not only ensure the magicians’ victory … it would make him invincible. With neither the Bureau nor the League safe for Amari, and her newly returned brother, Quinton, determined to keep her out of the fray, she and her friends decide to find a way to end the war on their own. So when they learn that the only way to stop Dylan is to find powerful magical inventions known as Wonders, they go after them. But wielding these items comes at a terrible cost, and Amari will have to decide just how much she’s willing to sacrifice … because the Despicable Wonders will demand everything. 
Once upon a time was only the start... welcome to the Fairytale Woods! Take a look inside the big bad wolf's hilarious secret diary in this instant bestseller from author, comedian and actor Ben Miller. *DIARY OF A PUSS IN BOOTS AVAILABLE OUT NOW* 'I need to raise my game again now spring is here, and get back in shape. Show the pack and the rest of these woods I’m BIG and I’m BAD, and I’m not to be messed with.' The big bad wolf hasn’t had a great winter. He's cold, lonely and hungry . . . But things are about to change – he’s going to take the Fairytale Woods by STORM. But while he knows he’s BIG and BAD, no one else seems to be scared of him, they just keep meddling with his plans – the troll under the bridge, the three annoying pigs, and that pesky Little Red Riding Hood! This is going to take all his brain power and his most cunning smile, to catch Grandma and reclaim his place at the top of the food chain! Come down to the Fairytale Woods and discover what your favourite characters are really thinking in the bestselling series from Ben Miller, illustrated by Elisa Paganelli.
Malachite, The Blackflame Secrets blends into a whole new chapter of Ash Cadavaleir s journey as the final battle approaches ever so quickly. Featuring themes of friendship, mystery, action and fantasy, this adventure packed middle grade novel is the fourth novel in the Malachite Saga.While Ash Cadavaleir and his friends handle their official, sorcerer examinations, a new evil arises from the shadows, threatening to expose the entire, magical world. As the stakes rise and the situation becomes more complicated, Ash begins to experience a strange behavior within his soul: his werewolf side is refusing to surface. And with a new, powerful enemy stepping into the light, Fern and the others need his help more than ever.Meanwhile, Night Blackflame sets off on an arduous quest across the globe seeking answers to his past and who he truly is. With help from the wise enchanter Nick Voyler, will the pair be able to find all of the sacred Memory Chambers and unveil the Blackflame secrets The world is entering a new, dark stage. With all the sacrifices and pain, will the Werewolf Detective team ever be the same again
Don’t miss the unputdownable new book in number 1 bestselling SKANDAR series, for readers ages 9 to 99 and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Eragon and Impossible Creatures.  Skandar and the Unicorn Thief was WATERSTONES CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR 2022 and WINNER OF THE INDIE BOOK AWARDS 2023! Skandar and the Phantom Rider was one of THE SUNDAY TIMES BEST BOOKS FOR CHILDREN 2023.  As Skandar and his friends begin their fourth year at the Eyrie, the Island’s unicorns are struck by a terrible curse that threatens to change everything. Between a Commodore determined to eliminate the spirit element for good, and a sister hellbent on revenge, nowhere is safe for Skandar. As more and more unicorns are affected by the curse, the clock is ticking for Skandar and his quartet, who find themselves literally racing for their lives. Can they stop the curse in its tracks before the Island is lost for ever? Get ready for unlikely heroes, elemental magic, sky battles, ancient secrets and ferocious unicorns in this highly anticipated adventure that will keep you reading after lights out! 
HEROES AND UNICORNS AS YOU’VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE. The epic adventure continues . . . Don’t miss the unputdownable new book in the international bestselling SKANDAR series, for readers ages 9 to 99 and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Eragon and Impossible Creatures. Skandar and the Unicorn Thief was WATERSTONES CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR 2022 and WINNER OF THE INDIE BOOK AWARDS 2023!Skandar and the Phantom Rider was one of THE SUNDAY TIMES BEST BOOKS FOR CHILDREN 2023  The Island always wins… Skandar and his sister Kenna are finally both at the Eyrie, but tensions are high. To survive their third year of training, Skandar and his friends must complete a series of terrifying trials across the Island’s elemental zones. Friendships, allegiances and rider-unicorn bonds will be pushed to the limit – only the strongest will make it. Meanwhile Kenna’s forged bond to a wild unicorn has left her alienated and alone. And when a terrible discovery puts the future of the Island in peril, all fingers point in one direction . . . As dark forces assemble, Skandar must decide how far is he willing to go – for Kenna, and for the Eyrie.   Get ready for unlikely heroes, elemental magic, sky battles, ancient secrets and ferocious unicorns in this highly anticipated adventure that will keep you reading after lights out! 
The Nowhere Emporium has been stolen. The shop from nowhere has vanished without a trace. Will it ever reappear? As they search for the lost Emporium, Daniel and Ellie encounter magical bookshops, deserted islands, and an array of magicians (both dead and alive). Meanwhile a dangerous force is attacking the Emporium from the inside, waiting for a chance to break free. In this highly anticipated sequel to the award-winning The Nowhere Emporium, readers will once again be transported into a magical realm where imagination is power and anything is possible. Loyal fans will be astonished by the new wonders beyond the Emporium's doors as the gripping mystery unfolds.
In this stunning ninth book in the New York Times bestselling Keeper of the Lost Cities series, Sophie and her friends discover the true meaning of power – and evil. Sophie Foster changed the game. Now she's facing impossible choices:When to act. When to trust. When to let go. Her friends are divided and scattered, and the Black Swan wants Sophie to focus on their projects. But her instincts are leading her somewhere else. Stellarlune –  and the mysterious Elysian –  might be the key to everything. But finding truth in the Lost Cities always requires sacrifice. And as the Neverseen's plans sharpen into terrifying focus, it appears that everyone has miscalculated. The Lost Cities' greatest lie could destroy everything. And in the battle that follows, only one thing is certain: nothing will ever be the same. 
The sixth book in the international bestselling Keeper of the Lost Cities series. Perfect for readers aged 9+ and fans of Harry Potter, Rick Riordan and Amari and the Night Brothers. Sophie Foster is struggling. Grieving. Scrambling. But she knows one thing: she will not be defeated. The Neverseen have had their victories – but the battle is far from over. It’s time to change tactics. Make sacrifices. Re-examine everything. Maybe even time for Sophie to trust her enemies. All paths lead to Nightfall – an ominous door to an even more ominous place – and Sophie and her friends strike a dangerous bargain to get there. But nothing can prepare them for what they discover. The problems they’re facing stretch deep into their history. And with time running out, and mistakes catching up with them, Sophie and her allies must join forces in ways they never have before. Sophie must uncover the truth about the Lost Cities’ insidious past, before it repeats itself and changes reality.
The eighth book in the international bestselling Keeper of the Lost Cities series. Perfect for readers aged 9+ and fans of Harry Potter, Rick Riordan and Amari and the Night Brothers. Sophie Foster wants answers. But after a lifetime of lies, sometimes the truth is the most dangerous discovery. Even the smallest secret comes with terrifying new responsibilities. And Sophie’s not the only one with blank spots in her past, or mysteries surrounding her family. She and her friends are part of something much bigger than they imagined – and their roles have already been chosen for them. Every clue drags them deeper into the conspiracy. Every memory forces them to question everything – especially one another. And the harder they fight, the more the lines blur between friend and enemy.
The seventh book in the international bestselling Keeper of the Lost Cities series. Perfect for readers aged 9+ and fans of Harry Potter, Rick Riordan and Amari and the Night Brothers. Sophie Foster doesn’t know what – or whom – to believe. And in a game with this many players, the worst mistake can be focusing on the wrong threat. But when the Neverseen prove that Sophie’s far more vulnerable than she ever imagined, she realizes it’s time to change the rules. Her powerful abilities can only protect her so far. To face down ruthless enemies, she must learn to fight. Unfortunately, battle training can’t help a beloved friend who’s facing a whole different danger – where the only solution involves one of the biggest risks Sophie and her friends have ever taken. And the distraction might be exactly what the villains have been waiting for. 
In Malachite, The Rogue Warriors, Ash Cadavaleir and his team embrace a whole new perspective to the magical world they are so used to. As an adventure packed middle grade novel that features themes of friendship, mystery, action and fantasy, we explore the next stage in Ash s magical journey through the sorcerer world as he continues to prepare for his ever dawning destiny.    Ash Cavadaleir and his friends are in the middle of taking down the evil sorcerer Velkrom's military bases when lightning strikes and Ash is framed for something he didn't do. With Aboro mysteriously missing and a new Academy Lord in charge, Ash is going to be put behind bars for a long time. Therefore, the Werewolf Detective team is left with only one option: going rogue against the council of Academies and continue Ash s personal training without their help. As things continue to get worse, Ash begins to develop new, strange abilities he had never experienced before. His blood is acting. Suddenly, the werewolf teen is able to perform magic he never wanted and must learn to control it before it is too late and the magic itself controls him. With the help of a peculiar, extraordinary group of young teenagers, will Ash be able to master his magic and prove himself the leader the world needs for the upcoming battle
The fourth book in the international bestselling Keeper of the Lost Cities series. Perfect for readers aged 9+ and fans of Harry Potter, Rick Riordan and Amari and the Night Brothers. Sophie Foster is on the run – but at least she’s not alone. Her closest friends from the Lost Cities have gone with her to join the Black Swan. They still have doubts about the shadowy organization, but the only way to find answers is to start working with them. And as they settle into their new lives, they uncover secrets bigger than anything they’d imagined. But their enemies are far from done, and unleash a terrifying plague that threatens the safety of an entire species. Sophie and her friends fight with everything they have – with new allies joining them – but every choice has consequences. And trusting the wrong person could prove deadly. In this game-changing fourth book in the Keeper of the Lost Cities series, Sophie must question everything to find a truth that will either save her world – or shatter it.
The third book in the international bestselling Keeper of the Lost Cities series. Perfect for readers aged 9+ and fans of Harry Potter, Rick Riordan and Amari and the Night Brothers. Sophie Foster is ready to fight back. Her talents are getting stronger, and with the elusive Black Swan group ignoring her calls for help, she’s determined to find her kidnappers – before they come after her again. But a daring mistake leaves her world teetering on the edge of war, and causes many to fear that she has finally gone too far. And the deeper Sophie searches, the farther the conspiracy stretches, proving that her most dangerous enemy might be closer than she realizes. In this nail-biting book in the Keeper of the Lost Cities series, Sophie must fight the flames of rebellion, before they destroy everyone and everything she loves.
Malachite, The Ancient Virus follows the adventures of Ash Cadavaleir as the second book in the Malachite saga. It is, once again, an adventure-packed middle-grade novel, featuring themes of friendship, mystery, action and fantasy as we dwell deeper into Ash’s journey and his second grand adventure as he advances towards the finale of the series. Lord Velkrom, seeking a vessel to inhabit, tracks down the legendary body of a dead sorcerer: The Moltron Mummy. In order to stop him, Ash Cadavaleir and his mentor, Fern Harraken, reunite with their old friends to attempt to sabotage the enemy’s plans. However, as good and evil struggle for the powerful mummy, a deadly virus is unleashed from the ancient tombs. This virus is like no other enemy the world has ever faced: it seems to have a mind of its own, bit by bit planning its invasion over all human kind. Having to fight a foe inhabiting multiple bodies is no easy task. Are Ash and his friends ready to risk everything to stop the ancient virus?
The first book in the international bestselling Keeper of the Lost Cities series. Perfect for readers aged 9+ and fans of Harry Potter, Rick Riordan and Amari and the Night Brothers. Twelve-year-old Sophie Foster has a secret. She is a Telepath, and has the power to hear the thoughts of everyone around her – something that she's never spoken about, even to her own family. But everything changes the day she meets Fitz, a mysterious boy who also reads minds. She discovers there's somewhere she does belong, and staying where she is will put her in grave danger. In the blink of an eye, Sophie is forced to leave behind everything and start a new life in a magical world. Sophie has new rules to learn, and not everyone is thrilled with her "homecoming". There are secrets buried deep in Sophie's memory, secrets that other people desperately want. Would even kill for . . . 
The second book in the international bestselling Keeper of the Lost Cities series. Perfect for readers aged 9+ and fans of Harry Potter, Rick Riordan and Amari and the Night Brothers. Sophie Foster thought she was safe. Her life finally seems to be coming together. She’s settled into her home at Havenfield, surrounded by friends, and using her unique telepathic abilities to train Silveny – the first female alicorn ever seen in the Lost Cities. But Sophie's kidnappers are still out there, and before long she’s back in incredible danger. Sophie must risk everything to find the answers to questions that could save not only her life, but the life of someone close to her .
The fifth book in the international bestselling Keeper of the Lost Cities series. Perfect for readers aged 9+ and fans of Harry Potter, Rick Riordan and Amari and the Night Brothers. Sophie Foster is back in the Lost Cities – but the Lost Cities have changed. The threat of war hangs heavy over her glittering world, and the Neverseen are wreaking havoc. The lines between friend and enemy have blurred, and Sophie is unsure whom to trust. But when she’s warned that the people she loves most will be the next victims, she knows she has to act. A mysterious symbol could be the key – if only she knew how to translate it. Every new clue seems to lead deeper into her world’s underbelly and the Black Swan aren’t the only ones who have plans. The Neverseen have their own Initiative, and if Sophie doesn’t stop it, they might finally have the ultimate means to control her. 
Half boy. Half God. All Hero. Look, I didn't want to be a half-blood. I never asked to be the son of a Greek God. I was just a normal kid, going to school, playing basketball, skateboarding. The usual. Until I accidentally vaporized my maths teacher. Now I spend my time battling monsters and generally trying to stay alive. This is the one where Zeus, God of the Sky, thinks I've stolen his lightning bolt - and making Zeus angry is a very bad idea. For ages 9+ Format: Paperback | 400 pages ISBN:  9780141346809
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