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With our award-winning, hand-picked list of engaging and entertaining fiction and picture books, together with our unique free service for parents—Oxford Owl— we offer books, advice, and support to help children achieve their full potential. Oxford is also the number one provider of literacy and maths resources in UK primary schools—expertise which ensures that our home learning and dictionary resources are perfectly designed to support children’s learning at home.
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Contents Fiction 1 Winnie the Witch 26 Picture Books 30 Gift Books and Classic Stories 40 Back to School 45
How to Order 51 Take a look at our full list of titles in our stocklist catalogue. Email tradepublicity.uk@oup.com for yours! www.oxfordchildrens.co.uk
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Railhead WRITTEN BY PHILIP REEVE Riding the rails . . . Pushing the boundaries . . . Facing the truth . . . The Great Network is a place of drones and androids, Hive Monks and Station Angels. The place of the thousand gates, where sentient trains criss-cross the galaxy in a heartbeat. Zen Starling is a young, daring, and dishonest petty thief, stealing to support his family, zipping from world to world on the interstellar train lines, and living by his wits. The enigmatic Raven enlists Zen in a plot that will set the whole Universe on the path to destruction. Zen— street urchin and lost cause—is now facing an epic battle spanning time and space—and he might just be the key to everyone’s salvation. • A major new novel from the best-selling and awardwinning author of Mortal Engines. • Film rights sold to Warner Brothers. • Gripping read for teens and adults alike.
www.philip-reeve.com philipreeve.blogspot.co.uk AGE 9+ ! NEW ! OCT 2015 210x148mm • 352 pages H/b 978-0-19-274275-9 £9.99 eBook 978-0-19-274277-3 £9.99 inc. VAT
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• A huge word-of-mouth campaign to generate buzz amongst Philip Reeve’s super-fans and attract new fans. • Highly-visible outdoor advertising in railway stations across the UK.
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On track to become an intergalactic hit . . .
• A stellar PR campaign: expect major feature and review coverage, nominations for major awards, and a busy programme of events.
PHILIP REEVE Philip Reeve is a diverse and hugely talented author, best known for his multi award-winning Mortal Engines quartet and Carnegie Medal-winning Here Lies Arthur. From richly-layered writing for older readers to hilarious stories for junior readers such as Oliver and the Seawigs and Goblins, Philip creates brilliantly inventive worlds and characters.
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Gorilla Dawn
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WRITTEN BY GILL LEWIS Two children, one gorilla, and their incredible journey to freedom. The thrilling, heartbreaking, and inspirational new story from award-winning storyteller Gill Lewis.
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Deep in the heart of the African jungle, a baby gorilla is captured by a group of rebel soldiers. When Imara and Bobo—also imprisoned in the camp— learn that the gorilla is destined to be sold into captivity, they swear to return it to the wild. Will the bond between the gorilla and the children give them the courage they need to escape? • Deeply moving and powerful new story from the awardwinning author of Scarlet Ibis and Sky Hawk. • Major national consumer advertising and PR campaigns planned to tie in with publication. • Gorgeous package with fabulous chapter artwork by Mark Owen and lots of extra material in the end pages.
www.gilllewis.com
AGE 9+ ! NEW ! SEPT 2015 216x135mm • 288 pages P/b 978-0-19-273917-9 £8.99 eBook 978-0-19-273919-3 £8.99 inc. VAT
‘Lewis writes beautifully about nature and animals. DAILY MAIL
‘Lewis’s confident, economical prose takes the reader up, up and away.’ THE TIMES
‘I think Gill is one of the best authors ever!’ EVA, AGE 10
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PRAISE FOR MOON BEAR:
PRAISE FOR SCARLET IBIS:
‘Lewis cements her position as a major children’s writer with a powerful new wildlife novel about the South-East Asian bear trade. Highly recommended.’
‘Perhaps the most uplifting novel I have read this year.’ LORNA BRADBURY, TELEGRAPH
FIONA NOBLE, THE BOOKSELLER
ALSO AVAILABLE Scarlet Ibis 978-0-19-279356-0
Moon Bear 978-0-19-279354-6
White Dolphin 978-0-19-275621-3
Sky Hawk 978-0-19-275624-4
PRAISE FOR WHITE DOLPHIN:
PRAISE FOR SKY HAWK:
‘A beautifully told, nail-biting tale, that will inspire and empower anyone who reads it.’
‘Opens your eyes, touches your heart, and is so engaging it almost turns the pages for you.’
KATE HUMBLE
MICHAEL MORPURGO
‘Gill Lewis has established herself as the principal contemporary writer of animal stories, combining a vet’s knowledge of her subject with a novelist’s capacity for character and plot.’ TELEGRAPH
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Puppy Academy WRITTEN BY GILL LEWIS ILLUSTRATED BY SARAH HORNE Puppies to the rescue!
‘Gill Lewis, a former vet, is a major talent.’
A brilliant new fiction series for younger readers from inspirational story teller and animal expert Gill Lewis. Hugely appealing stories which combine humour with real heart and characters to fall in love with.
THE TIMES
Scout and the Sausage Thief Scout wants nothing more than to be a police dog, just like her mum and dad. And when a sausage thief strikes, it’s up to her to catch the culprit.
AGE 5+ ! NEW ! JUL 2015 198x129mm • 128 pages P/b 978-0-19-273920-9 £4.99 eBook 978-0-19-273921-6 £4.99 inc. VAT
‘Lewis writes beautifully, about nature and animals.’ DAILY MAIL
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Scout—the smart one!
Breed: German shepherd Special skill: Sniffing out crime
Star on Stormy Mountain Everyone says Star is too excitable to be a sheepdog. When a lamb goes missing, Star races across the mountain to find it. But she soon discovers that the lamb isn’t the only one who needs her help.
AGE 5+ ! NEW ! OCT 2015 198x129mm • 128 pages P/b 978-0-19-273922-3 £4.99 eBook 978-0-19-273923-0 £4.99 inc. VAT
Star—the speedy one!
Breed: Border collie Special skill: Sensing danger
www.gilllewis.com
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Gill Lewis spent much of her childhood in the garden where she ran a small zoo and a veterinary hospital for creepy-crawlies, mice, and birds. When she grew up she became a real vet and travelled from the Arctic to Africa in search of interesting animals and places. Gill’s books for older children, Sky Hawk, White Dolphin, Moon Bear, and Scarlet Ibis published to worldwide critical acclaim and have been translated into 20+ languages.
MORE
TITLES COMING SOON
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Pugs of the Frozen North BY PHILIP REEVE AND SARAH McINTYRE The Race to the Top of the World! It comes around once in a lifetime—and the prize? Your heart’s desire. Shen and Sika can’t resist the chance to win, but competition is fierce. The path to victory is littered with snow trolls, sea monsters, and a gang of particularly hungry yetis. But Shen and Sika have something the other contestants don’t have. Actually, they have 66 things—pugs to be exact. That’s a 264 paw-powered sled. Let the race begin! • A dynamic partnership between two inspirational talents, Philip Reeve and Sarah McIntyre. • Highly illustrated throughout in glorious two colour. • Irresistible adventure story bursting with eccentric characters.
www.jabberworks.co.uk ! www.philip-reeve.com AGE 7+ ! NEW ! SEPT 2015 185x129mm • 224 pages H/b 978-0-19-273457-0 £8.99 eBook 978-0-19-273493-8 £8.99 inc. VAT
ALSO AVAILABLE Oliver and the Seawigs 978-0-19-273488-4
Cakes in Space 978-0-19-273490-7
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DAILY TELEGRAPH
‘A gloriously wacky story.’ THE TIMES
‘Immersive, richly textured and enormous fun. It’s a great example of what illustrated children’s novels can achieve.’
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PRAISE FOR OLIVER AND THE SEAWIGS:
‘A fun-packed delight.’
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PRAISE FOR CAKES IN SPACE:
‘A gloriously wacky space adventure packed with illustrations and quirky humour.’ THE BOOKSELLER’S CHILDREN’S BUYER’S GUIDE
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‘Children will love the chaotic fun and cartoonish illustrations in this fast-paced fantasy.’ DAILY MAIL
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Nelly and the Quest for Captain Peabody WRITTEN BY ROLAND CHAMBERS ILLUSTRATED BY ELLA OKSTAD One girl. One turtle. One epic voyage. When Nelly says she’s going to do a thing, she does it, whatever it is. Juggle tea cups in the dark? Of course! Live on lemons for a month? Why not? Set off in a boat with knitted sails to find her long-lost father, with only her turtle, Columbus, for company? Absolutely! And she won’t let anything get in her way . . . • Beautifully illustrated in two colour by the talented Ella Okstad. • A quirky adventure story matched with a host of eccentric characters. • An engaging main character full of steely determination!
AGE 7+ ! NEW ! OCT 2015 198x129mm • 176 pages P/b 978-0-19-274269-8 £6.99 eBook 978-0-19-274270-4 £6.99 inc. VAT
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Dr KittyCat is Ready to Rescue: Daisy the Kitten WRITTEN BY JANE CLARKE Dr KittyCat is ready to rescue whenever help is needed with her own special furry first aid techniques. Emergency! Daisy the Kitten has had to pull out of the Cupcake Bake. Dr KittyCat and Peanut need to keep their cool to solve the puzzle of Daisy’s painful mouth and put a smile back on her little furry face. • Heart-warming medical dramas set in a community of cute, fluffy, and furry animals. • A unique visual package combining a surreal and charming mix of photography with hand-drawn elements. • With fun and familiar contexts that children can relate to, lovable characters, and strong storylines, the series has real appeal for its target audience.
AGE 5+ ! NEW ! JULY 2015 185x129mm • 96 pages P/b 978-0-19-274333-6 £4.99 ebook 978-0-19-274334-3 £4.99 inc. VAT
ALSO AVAILABLE: Dr KittyCat is Ready to Rescue: Posy the Puppy 978-0-19-273994-0
Dr KittyCat is Ready to Rescue: Clover the Bunny 978-0-19-274278-0
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‘I liked the p ictures because the animals were real, eve n though every thing else was a d rawing’ LYDIA, AGE 7
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Sister, Sister WRITTEN BY JESS BRIGHT She’s supposed to be my sister, not my enemy When it comes to your family nothing is ever simple. Is Willow brave enough to embrace hers, faults and all? • ‘Clean Tween’ fiction for fans of Cathy Cassidy and Jacqueline Wilson. • Incredibly accessible writing style, with authentic characters. • Exploring the diversity of family relationships with humour and warmth.
In the last w eek I’ve fou nd out that my mum’s be en keeping a huge secret from me my whol e entire life; my dad (who I’ve nev er met) is famous, and I have a sist er. She’s really sick a nd I’m the la st chance she has of ge tting better. I’m trying to pretend to ev (and even m eryone yself) that I’ m ok with it all, but actu ally, I’m frea king out!
AGE 9+ ! NEW ! JULY 2015 198x129mm • 288 pages P/b 978-0-19-273813-4 £6.99 eBook 978-0-19-273814-1 £6.99 inc. VAT
Jess Bright has worked as a bookseller, children’s books editor, and DJ with her best friend (under the name ‘Whitney and Britney’). She spent her childhood making comics and filling notebooks with stories. Jess lives in London and draws constant inspiration from her three brilliant children!
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Angel Dares WRITTEN BY JOSS STIRLING Dare to love . . . dare to believe. Angel’s extraordinary Savant ability means that she wields control over the element of water. But when she meets Marcus, she finds herself all at sea. When he sings, her soul answers with its own music. Their attraction is explosive, but Marcus’s mistrust of savants is intense. How can they ever be together if Marcus is unable to accept who Angel is or what they could mean to each other?
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It’s time for everyone to choose a side. • Joss Stirling’s books have sold over 100,000 copies since 2010. • This eagerly anticipated follow-up to the Finding Sky books is a must-read for Joss Stirling’s army of loyal fans but can also be read as a standalone in its own right.
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• Heart-pounding romance mixed with a thrilling mystery and a spine-tingling hint of the supernatural. • Perfect for fans of Maggie Stiefvater, Meg Cabot, and Josephine Angelini.
www.jossstirling.co.uk. AGE TEEN ! NEW ! OCT 2015 198x129mm • 288 pages P/b 978-0-19-274348-0 £7.99 eBook 978-0-19-274349-7 £7.99 inc. VAT
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The Rising WRITTEN BY TOM MOORHOUSE ILLUSTRATED BY SIMON MENDEZ Adventure is just a whisker away . . . Kale and Strife are two young water voles with a nose for trouble and an eye for adventure. But when their uncle Sylvan comes to stay, bringing news of a terrible danger that could threaten their whole existence, the voles are sucked into a quest that will test their courage and friendship to the limit. • The second exciting story from Tom Moorhouse, featuring the wonderful animal characters of The River Singers. • Gorgeous new cover design, and beautifully illustrated throughout. • Written by an Oxford academic and water vole expert; the story is interwoven with fascinating facts about British wildlife.
AGE 9+ ! NEW ! JULY 2015 198x129mm • 256 pages P/b 978-0-19-273483-9 £6.99 World Rights
ALSO AVAILABLE The River Singers 978-0-19-273481-5
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GUARDIAN CHILDREN’S WEBSITE
‘A beautiful uplifting story full of excitement, lyricism and peril . . . an exceptional series from an exceptional author.’
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‘The Rising is a truly amazing book that you can’t stop reading no matter what.’
LANCASHIRE EVENING POST
‘A really thrilling piece of storytelling.’ SUNDAY EXPRESS MAGAZINE
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Danny Dread WRITTEN BY BEN DAVIS ILLUSTRATED BY STEPHANIE LIDBETTER My dad’s a crazy evil genius. Heavy on the crazy, light on the genius. Life at ‘Demento’s Academy for Evil Geniuses’ is tough for Danny Dread. Constantly ridiculed for having a conscience and failing his ‘How to Be Evil and Blow Stuff Up’ exam, he’s the only boy in school who knows being evil is not for him. When Danny’s hilariously inept Crazy Evil Genius dad stumbles on a plot to take over the world, it’s down to Danny to save the day, all while staying firmly under the radar. After all, his life won’t be worth living back at school if they ever find out he did something as idiotic as saving the world. • Fans of Despicable Me, The Incredibles, and Megamind will love this book. • Outrageous humour matched with peril and heart for readers aged 9-12. • Visually engaging with cool black and white illustrations.
AGE 9+ ! NEW ! AUG 2015 198x129mm • 256 pages P/b 978-0-19-274263-6 £6.99 eBook 978-0-19-274264-3 £6.99 inc. VAT
Ben Davis used to be a stand-up comedian and has written jokes for everything from radio shows to greetings cards. OUP published his first book for teens, The Private Blog of Joe Cowley in April 2014. Danny Dread is his first book for younger readers.
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Stinkbomb and Ketchup-Face and the Bees of Stupidity WRITTEN BY JOHN DOUGHERTY ILLUSTRATED BY DAVID TAZZYMAN
Don’t buzz off! This is the most ‘unbeeeelievable’ book ever! In this completely stupendous (or just plain stupid) adventure, find out what happens when the bees take over Great Kerfuffle. Can Stinkbomb and Ketchup-Face save the day? Or will they be thwarted, and spun round and round a lot, by the gang of ruthless office chairs? Yes, it really is THAT stupid (or should that be stupendous?). • More and more children are discovering this hilarious series and are crying out for the next instalment. • Stories full of wit and clever humour which don’t patronize readers, but carry them along on a wave of fun and adventure. • Will appeal as much to adults reading to their children as to children reading for themselves. • A series that continues to grow with more books to come.
AGE 7+ ! NEW ! JUL 2015 185x129mm • 192 pages P/b 978-0-19-274273-5 £5.99 eBook 978-0-19-274274-2 £5.99 (inc. VAT) World Rights
PRAISE FOR STINKBOMB AND KETCHUP-FACE AND THE BADNESS OF BADGERS
‘A sure-fire winner for Mr Gum fans.’ METRO
‘A postmodern novel for tweens . . . due to the novel’s clever storytelling.’ THE TIMES CHILDREN’S BOOK OF THE WEEK
ALSO AVAILABLE Stinkbomb and Ketchup-Face and the Badness of Badgers p/b 978-0-19-273449-5
Stinkbomb and Ketchup-Face and the Quest for the Magic Porcupine
Stinkbomb and Ketchup-Face and the Evilness of Pizza
p/b 978-0-19-273497-6
p/b 978-0-19-273825-7
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WRITTEN BY SAM WATKINS ILLUSTRATED BY DAVID O’CONNELL
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Creature Teacher Goes Wild Something’s out of control in the classroom . . . and for once it isn’t the kids. Following a succession of bad teachers, class 5b finally has the best teacher in the whole world, Mr Hyde. The only problem is that Mr Hyde keeps transforming into a mischievous little creature whenever he becomes really happy or really angry or really excited or really—well, you get the idea! So when Jake’s class go to the opening of Wilf’s Wild Adventure Theme Park and Mr Hyde ends up turning into Creature on the Ghost Train—things get pretty wild. It’s going to be a roller coaster of an adventure. • A monstrously funny book where all the pupils are supporting the teacher for once! • Creature Teacher is the most mischievous, and yet loveable character you’re ever likely to meet! • Highly illustrated throughout with energetic artwork from David O’Connell.
AGE 7+ ! NEW ! AUG 2015 198x129mm • 192 pages P/b 978-0-19-274267-4 £5.99 eBook 978-0-19-274268-1 £5.99 inc. VAT
ALSO AVAILABLE Creature Teacher 978-0-19-274265-0
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The Best of Pippi Longstocking WRITTEN BY ASTRID LINDGREN ILLUSTRATED BY TONY ROSS
Celeb ra 70 ye ting ars of every on favou e’s ri heroi te ne!
Pippi Longstocking is one of the most popular children’s characters of all time and has been read and loved by millions of children since she was first published 70 years ago. • The Best of Pippi Longstocking includes all three wonderful Pippi Longstocking titles in a single top-value volume. • Over 40 million Pippi books sold worldwide. • Appealing illustrations by Tony Ross, illustrator for the David Walliams books and the Horrid Henry series.
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ALSO FROM ASTRID LINDGREN
Pippi Longstocking
Happy Times in Noisy Village
198x129mm • 144 pages P/b 978-0-19-279379-9 £5.99
198x129mm • 128 pages P/b 978-0-19-273947-6 £4.99
Pippi Longstocking Goes Aboard 198x129mm • 144 pages P/b 978-0-19-279380-5 £5.99
Pippi Longstocking in the South Seas 198x129mm • 128 pages P/b 978-0-19-279382-9 £5.99
Do You Know Pippi Longstocking? 978-0-19-273903-2
Pippi Longstocking (Gift Edition) 978-0-19-278241-0
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Nixie: Wonky Winter Wonderland WRITTEN BY CAS LESTER ILLUSTRATED BY ALI PYE Midwinter mayhem and mischief with Nixie the bad, bad fairy. It’s the first day of snow in Fairyland and Nixie the bad, bad fairy can’t wait to pull on her red boots and go stomping in the deep, fluffy whiteness. All the other fairies are busy preparing for the magical midwinter midnight feast, but not Nixie. She’s determined to have fun! But one fairy is missing out on all of the fun. Where is Fidget the butterfly fairy? It’s up to Nixie to find her and prove that she’s not such a bad, bad fairy after all . . . but a rather ingenious one! • The second in an exciting new fairy series. Promoting a go-getting and practical approach to life as well as all the enchantment and magic that fairy fans love. • Packed with gorgeous black and white illustrations by Ali Pye. • A refreshingly fun and original look at the world of fairies, who are actually a little bit mischievous at times!
www.caslester.com ! www.alipye.com ‘I absolutely love Nixie, a funny little fairy with attitude. This is a stylishly told, delightful story for girls just starting to tackle chapter books— or a brilliant bedtime story to be read aloud.’ JACQUELINE WILSON
AGE 5+ ! NEW ! NOV 2015 198x129 • 128 pages P/b 978-0-19-274323-7 £5.99 eBook 978-0-19-274324-4 £5.99 inc.VAT World Rights
ALSO AVAILABLE Nixie the Bad, Bad Fairy 978-0-19-274258-2
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WRITTEN BY ANNE BOOTH ILLUSTRATED BY SOPHY WILLIAMS
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Lucy’s Magic Snow Globe Can Lucy save Christmas for a poorly rabbit? It’s nearly Christmas, and Lucy has found a tiny baby rabbit, injured and all alone. How will she ever make him better, and reunite him with his own family? With the help of her magic snow globe, and a sprinkle of fairy dust, Lucy is about to discover that miracles really can happen . . . • Beautifully illustrated throughout by Sophy Williams. • An ideal present for any child who loves animals and the magic of the festive season. • A heart-warming story perfect for sharing with children at bedtime.
AGE 5+ ! NEW ! OCT 2015 198x129mm • 208 pages P/b 978-0-19-274331-2 £4.99 eBook 978-0-19-274332-9 £4.99 inc. VAT World rights
ALSO AVAILABLE Lucy’s Secret Reindeer P/b 978-0-19-273773-1
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WRITTEN BY VALERIE THOMAS ILLUSTRATED BY KORKY PAUL Step into Winnie’s wonderful world! Winnie and Wilbur meet real dinosaurs, pirates, and even a big, bad robot in this wonderful new Winnie boxed set. Enjoy three picture book adventure stories, then search for hundreds of hidden details and make magical choices in two activity books— all accompanied by a special edition CD featuring more than 45 minutes of stories and music. Perfect for storytime, bedtime, and journeys. Contains: Winnie’s Dinosaur Day, Winnie’s Pirate Adventure, Winnie’s Big Bad Robot, What Can You Spot in Winnie’s World? and What Would You Do in Winnie’s World? • Fantastic package for gift buyers. • Three picture books and two activity books in one amazing collection. • Winnie is a favourite character in homes and schools worldwide.
Winnie’s Alien Sleepover WRITTEN BY LAURA OWEN ILLUSTRATED BY KORKY PAUL Close encounters of a Winnie kind!
‘Funny, Winnie the Witch is mischievous, on the lookout! She’s looking for her teddy silly, and exci ting. bear, she’s looking at Great stuff.’ Wilbur when he GILES ANDREA E takes a starring role in a TV advert, she’s looking pretty wobbly when she tries to ride a bike, and she’s looking at stars (as well as the odd alien) on a stargazing sleepover! No wonder she’s the world’s favourite witch!
Winnie the Witch
Winnie the Witch: Stories, Music, and Magic!
• Perfect for children who have grown up with Winnie and are now ready to share longer stories about a favourite, familiar character. • Each of the four stories takes Winnie and Wilbur on a crazy journey, full of unexpected twists. • Illustrated throughout in zany black and white detail by Korky Paul.
AGE: 2+ ! NEW ! OCT 2015
AGE 5+ ! NEW ! AUG 2015
297x214mm • 5x 32 pages Mixed media 978-0-19-274337-4 £19.99 inc. VAT
198x129mm • 96 pages P/b 978-0-19-273965-0 £4.99 eBook 978-0-19-273966-7 £4.99 inc. VAT
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Winnie’s Haunted House WRITTEN BY VALERIE THOMAS ILLUSTRATED BY KORKY PAUL Spooky fun with Winnie and Wilbur! Winnie and Wilbur are settling down for a lazy afternoon. But when Wilbur accidently smashes one of Winnie’s vases he hides to stay out of trouble. He then goes on to pull down the curtains and shatter a chandelier. Winnie just can’t explain these calamities and decides her house must be haunted. In her efforts to restore normality some spookily spectacular chaos ensues! • This title lets readers explore every nook and cranny of Winnie’s incredible house, including rooms and scenes that readers will know and love. • Fabulous comedic visual sequences with each Wilbur-induced calamity and his subsequent attempts to hide. • Great for Halloween but with year-round appeal.
AGE 2+ ! NEW ! SEPT 2015 297x214mm • 32pages H/b 978-0-19-274406-7 £11.99 eBook 978-0-19-274409-8 £11.99 inc. VAT
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WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY TATYANA FEENEY How to beat the bathtime blues! Small Elephant loves water. Jumping in puddles, slurping through straws. But he does not love water when it is in a bath. Oh no! So just how will Mummy and Daddy tempt their toddler into the tub? Find out in this family-friendly comedy for the youngest audience.
Picture Books
Small Elephant’s Bathtime
• Fresh, stylish package making this a perfect gift purchase. • By taking a witty look at a daily dilemma in so many families’ lives, this book will resonate with children and adults alike. • Highly visual storytelling that’s perfect for a young audience.
AGE 0-5 ! NEW ! AUG 2015 245x245mm• 32 pages P/b 978-0-19-273738-0 £6.99 eBook 978-0-19-274328-2 £6.99 inc. VAT
ALSO AVAILABLE: Small Bunny’s Blue Blanket 978-0-19-275793-7
Little Owl’s Orange Scarf 978-0-19-279455-0
Little Frog’s Tadpole Trouble 978-0-19-273555-3
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Super Happy Magic Forest WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY MATTY LONG Tolkien for toddlers! When the Mystical Crystals of Life are stolen, five brave heroes go on an epic quest to get them back and save the SUPER HAPPY MAGIC FOREST from the root of all evil. • Children will love poring over the incredibly detailed artwork in this hilarious picture book. • Discover an amazing cast of characters and an irreverent fantasy world that will appeal young children and fans of Tolkien alike! • Surprising, distinctive, and genuinely witty— this is a ‘stand-out’ picture book from a major new talent.
AGE 2+ ! NEW ! SEPT 2015 280x280mm • 32 pages H/b 978-0-19-274294-0 £11.99 ebook 978-0-19-274296-4 £11.99 inc. VAT
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What a Wonderful World BASED ON THE SONG BY BOB THIELE AND GEORGE DAVID WEISS ILLUSTRATED BY TIM HOPGOOD A beautiful book based on one of the greatest songs of all time . . . A truly special book featuring the lyrics from What a Wonderful World, accompanied by illustrations from award-winning artist Tim Hopgood. It follows a little boy as he discovers just how beautiful and joyful this world of ours can be and delivers an important message of hope for the next generation. • A book about the wonders of our world and the importance of love. • Bursting with joy, colour, and optimism, it is the perfect gift for all ages. • Contains an audio CD featuring the Louis Armstrong recording of the song and an exclusive reading by Sophie Aldred.
AGE 0-5 ! NEW IN PAPERBACK ! OCT 2015 280x250mm • 32 pages P/b & CD 978-0-19-273691-8 £7.99 eBook 978-0-19-27386-7 £7.99 inc VAT
‘Reading the words in print, rather than simply hearing them, made me think much more about what the song says to us about the wonders of our world and the importance of love.’
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‘A beautiful passionate book that will enrich any reader whatever their age.’ ARMADILLO
‘A gorgeous book just made for sharing.’ LANCASHIRE EVENING POST
‘. . . the words are enriched with gorgeous illustrations.’ CAROUSEL
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Detective McWoof: and the Great Poodle Doodler Mystery WRITTEN BY TIMOTHY KNAPMAN ILLUSTRATED BY HOLLY CLIFTON-BROWN He’s a pooch that’s a sleuth for the truth! Detective McWoof likes to think he’s a great detective. He’s always sniffing for cases to solve. The problem is that he sometimes misses the most obvious clues—so it’s a good job he has a trusty assistant, Wanda, to keep him scampering in the right direction! Together they will leave no case unsolved and no bone unchewed . . . • Laugh out loud at Detective McWoof’s slapstick humour and enjoy finding the clues alongside him. • A lovable ‘lead’ character that’s a mix of Inspector Clouseau and Philip Marlowe. • An intriguing mystery set within an art gallery and artist’s studio.
AGE 2+ ! NEW ! AUG 2015 230x270mm • 32 pages P/b 978-0-19-273995-7 £6.99 eBook 978-0-19-273996-4 £6.99 inc VAT
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My Alien and Me WRITTEN BY SMRITI PRASADAM-HALLS ILLUSTRATED BY TOM MCLAUGHLIN Who’s the alien round here anyway? When a little boy lands on an alien planet, one young alien is not impressed. He thinks humans are strange and boring—and he wishes the boy would go back home. But slowly the alien realises that the boy may not be so different and boring, after all . . . and that sparks the beginning of a friendship that will span the universe. • Told from a little alien’s perspective, this is a funny story that presents humans as the aliens. • A journey from hostility to friendship, the story contains lessons about how we look at strangers as ‘aliens’ and they look at us in the same way. • Bright and friendly artwork from an illustrator with a great sales record, Tom McLaughlin.
AGE 2+ ! NEW ! JULY 2015 270x230mm • 32 pages H/b 978-0-19-273633-8 £11.99 P/b 978-0-19-273634-5 £6.99 eBook 978-0-19-274356-5 £6.99 inc VAT
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The Wind in the Willows Š David Roberts
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WRITTEN BY KENNETH GRAHAME ILLUSTRATED BY DAVID ROBERTS A classic story stunningly reimagined
The full origin a story in a l fabulous mini gift format
Join Mole, Ratty, Badger, and Mr Toad for carefree outings, lazy picnics, cosy evenings, comedy moments, exciting plans, fearless quests, and daring escapes! It’s an unforgettable journey in the company of four friends who stay loyal and true through everything.
• The Wind in the Willows was recently ranked 8th in the top 50 children’s books ever. Since publication it is estimated to have sold more than 30 million copies. • Fabulous new small format edition with a sparkling cover design and more than 130 stunning full-colour illustrations. • A timeless story about loyalty and friendship.
AGE 5+ ! NEW ! SEP 2015 184x142mm • 256 pages P/b 978-0-19-273243-9 £8.99
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The Wind in the Willows
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Olga da Polga WRITTEN BY MICHAEL BOND ILLUSTRATED BY CATHERINE RAYNER One little guinea-pig and a whole lot of mischief! Olga da Polga has left the pet shop to start a new life with her owners, and it’s not long before she meets Noel the cat, Fangio the hedgehog, and Graham the tortoise. Olga loves an audience so she regales them stories about her wild and exciting adventures. Although they are not always sure whether to believe everything Olga says, one thing is certain—since Olga moved in, life is never dull! • A full colour gift edition of this classic children’s story for the very first time. • Full of humour, adventure, and fun. • Written by Michael Bond, a national treasure and creator of Paddington Bear. • Over 75 lavish full colour double-page spread illustrations— watercolours and silkscreen images—from Kate Greenaway Medal winner, Catherine Rayner. • Also available as a limited slipcase edition, signed by the author and illustrator.
OLGA DA POLGA COLOUR GIFT HARDBACK AGE 5+ ! NEW ! OCT 2015
‘I think the most precious thing you can give a child is your time. And I think the next most precious thing you can give a child is an interest in books.’ MICHAEL BOND
ALSO AVAILABLE The Tales of Olga da Polga 978-0-19-273194-4
246x189mm • 176 pages H/b 978-0-19-273741-0 £12.99
OLGA DA POLGA COLOUR GIFT SLIPCASE
AGE 5+ ! NEW ! OCT 2015 246x189mm • 176 pages H/b 978-0-19-274404-3 £20.00
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Most famous for Paddington Bear, author Michael Bond is currently enjoying a hugely raised profile following the release of the highly successful film, which topped the UK box office, the DVD release is scheduled for May 2015 and a sequel is already in the pipeline. He was awarded an OBE for services to children’s literature in 1997.
Winner of the 2009 CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal for Harris Finds His Feet, Catherine has now been shortlisted four times for the award. She has also been awarded the Best New Illustrator Award at the Booktrust Early Years Awards, won the UKLA Children’s Book Award and named one of Booktrust’s ten Best New Illustrators (2008).
Black hite p & / £5.99 b,
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Oxford Children’s Classics The Hound of the Baskervilles
Discover a world of stories… • Wow-factor contemporary covers and inside designs.
WRITTEN BY ARTHUR CONAN DOYLE
• Fantastic value for money at just £4.99 including reams of exclusive extra material.
Will Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson discover the truth behind the legend of the fearsome beast with blazing eyes and dripping jaws?
Masses of bonus features inside the books: • Reviews and recommendations from our young Classics Champions—by children, for children.
AGE 9+ ! NEW EDITION ! SEP 2015 198x129mm • 272 pages P/b 978-0-19-274358-9 £4.99 eBook 978-0-19-274359-6 £4.99 inc. VAT
• Oxford are the experts on stories! So, included are recommendations for books, films, plays, and more stories for readers to discover. • Fun and visually interesting author profiles. • Questions, glossaries, and quizzes. • Complete and unabridged texts.
£4.99 MASSES OF BONUS MATERIAL INSIDE!
Heidi WRITTEN BY JOHANNA SPYRI When Heidi is sent away to live in the town she finds a wonderful new friend, but always longs to return to her happy life in the mountains. Can she have both?
AGE 9+ ! NEW EDITION ! SEP 2015 198x129mm • 384 pages P/b 978-0-19-274360-2 £4.99 eBook 978-0-19-274361-9 £4.99 inc. VAT
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• Market leading dictionaries for children • BOND—no.1 for exam success • Read with Biff, Chip and Kipper— used in 80% of schools • Songbirds Phonics by bestselling picture book author Julia Donaldson and more . . .
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Chip and Wilf travel back in time to 1805, where they try to stop the Virans from changing the outcome of the Battle of Trafalgar. Can they succeed in their toughest mission yet?
AGE 7+ ! NEW ! SEP 2015
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Mission Victory
210x148mm • 48 pages H/b 978-0-19-273914-8 £4.99
• Fun and accessible first chapter books. • Carefully levelled to boost the confidence of the child. • Thrilling adventure series with dramatic plots, perfect for keeping the attention of children who are making the transition from picture books to longer stories. • Set in a real historical time with characters from the past, these books give your developing reader a fascinating history lesson!
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A Jack and Three Queens Biff, Wilf and Kipper travel back in time to Elizabethan London, where they meet Virans in the unlikeliest place imaginable!
AGE 7+ ! NEW ! SEP 2015 210x148mm • 48 pages H/b 978-0-19-273913-1 £4.99
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Bond Multiple-Choice Test Papers For the CEM 11+ Tests Mixed Multiple Choice Pack 1 • Realistic exam-style papers in multiple-choice format, designed to help prepare for the CEM (Durham University) 11+ tests. • Each test is designed to replicate test conditions and develop essential skills for exam success. • 4 CEM-style (Durham University) tests, to prepare for the most demanding 11+ exams. • Extensive range of question types, building confidence in key assessment areas. • Varying time allocations throughout, to develop time management skills in exams.
AGE 9-11 ! NEW ! AUG 2015 297x210mm • 88 pages P/b 978-0-19-274418-0 £9.99
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Oxford Children’s Dictionaries provide essential support for the new primary and secondary National Curriculum.
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Oxford Dictionaries for Children
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