From the international bestselling author of One of Us Is Lying comes a brand-new addictive thriller.

Ivy, Mateo and Cal used to be close - best friends back in middle school.

Now all they have in common is a bad day. So for old time's sake they skip school together - one last time.

But when the trio spot Brian 'Boney' Mahoney ditching class too, they follow him - right into a murder scene.

They all have a connection to the victim. And they're ALL hiding something.

When their day of freedom turns deadly, it's only a matter of time before the truth comes out . . .

It's Ferris Bueller's Day Off with murder, perfect for fans of One Of Us Is Lying and A Good Girl's Guide To Murder. This explosive new thriller is impossible to put down. 9780241473665

The highly anticipated follow-up to the sensational bestseller Quiet - empowering introverted children, teens and young adults

Susan Cain sparked a worldwide conversation with Quiet- The Power of Introverts in a World that Can't Stop Talking. She inspired millions of people, and permanently changed the way we see introverts - and the way introverts see themselves. Now she takes the Quiet Revolution to a younger audience.

Childhood, adolescence and your early twenties are times wrought with insecurity and self-doubt. Your search for your place in the world can seem daunting. Focusing on the strengths and challenges of being introverted, Quiet Power is full of examples from school, family life and friendship, applying the breakthrough discoveries of Quiet to readers that so badly need them.This insightful, accessible and empowering book is eye-opening to extroverts and introverts alike. Unlock your hidden superpower and give yourself the tools to make a mark - in your own quiet way.

Format Paperback 288 pages | Publication  Apr 2017 | Publisher Penguin Books Ltd | Language English | ISBN13 9780241977910

The Second And Last Girlfriend

Have you ever fallen in love with someone before and realise that you're falling for another the next second? Well, Bryce has. This is his story.

Our Best Day

Cynthia Liew is perfect. She is hardworking, sweet, caring and mature. I mean, what more can you ask for in a girl? But there's only this one guy who knows that she has a flaw. That is; 1) She comes off innocent. She makes you wonder, "Is there more to her than meets the eye?" There's only one way to find out and that is to only date her. His name is William Ruan, and this is what he will do before he falls completely for her.

Probably Hers

How many boys has Jennifer Casslink been with? None, but the boys she knows are still interesting nonetheless.

Everything Just Happened, Unexpectedly

Claire Hayes was just a normal seventeen year old student, living the life of a normal teenager. One day, she came home to find out that she alone had to move to another house. Yes, she's moving, alone, without her parents. It was then that her mother explained about everything that was happening and that she was involved in an arranged marriage. It happened so fast and unexpectedly. Little did she know who her fiancé was. After moving into the apartment, it was when the story started and the drama unfolded. That was exactly when everything just happened, unexpectedly. 9789991775654

Thirteen-year-old Sikander Aziz’s life is pretty normal until the ancient Mesopotamian god of plagues, Nergal, decides to pay his family's deli a visit. Turns out, Sik is an immortal, and he’s the only one who can stop a literal plague from wiping out all of Manhattan.

Joined by Belet, the fierce adopted daughter of the goddess Ishtar, and a legendary (if slightly washed-up) hero named Gilgamesh, Sik must embark on a high-stakes quest to find a magical flower that grants eternal life. This humor-filled, action-packed adventure brings ancient mythology to the streets of modern-day New York City. 

Features & Benefits

• Mythological Mashup: Blends ancient Mesopotamian lore (Gilgamesh, Ishtar, Nergal) with a contemporary urban setting.
• Authentic Representation: Features a relatable Muslim protagonist and provides a glossary of Arabic words and Muslim phrases.
• Fast-Paced Action: Packed with swordplay, magical battles, and high stakes perfect for fans of Percy Jackson.
• Core Themes: Highlights the importance of family, resilience, and the positive contributions of immigrant communities.

Product Details
Author: Sarwat Chadda
Publisher: Rick Riordan Presents
Publication Date: January 2021
ISBN-13: 9781368051507
Language: English
Reading Age: 8–12 years

This hip and hands-on activity book is full of funky ideas for personalizing your stuff, ranging from skateboards, headphones, jeans, lamp shades, and lots more!. This Belongs to Me is perfect for aspiring do-it-yourselfers or anyone that loves doodling on just about anything.

Each project starts by showing a design style or technique with examples for inspiration. Next there’s a blank sketchbook page to plan and practice your own ideas. Finally, easy step-by-step instructions take you through the stages of customizing your stuff. The projects are wide-ranging and show that you can personalize everything from your clothes to your room!

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Have you got goosebumps yet? If not, you soon will! This Horrorland X collection will thrill you, frighten you, and keep you on the edge of your seat. Inside you'll find ten tales of slimy monsters, horrifying mummies, malicious lawn gnomes, and, of course, Slappy - the scariest ventriloquist dummy you'll ever meet! Measures: 19.8 x 12.8 x 9.6cm 9781407135915

Amos Decker witnesses a murder just outside FBI headquarters. A man shoots a woman execution style on a crowded sidewalk, then turns the gun on himself.

Even with Decker's extraordinary powers of observation and deduction, the killing is baffling. Decker and his team can find absolutely no connection between the shooter - a family man with a successful consulting business - and his victim, a schoolteacher. Nor is there a hint of any possible motive for the attack.

Enter Harper Brown. An agent of the Defense Intelligence Agency, she orders Decker to back off the case. The murder is part of an open DIA investigation, one so classified that Decker and his team aren't cleared for it.

But they learn that the DIA believes solving the murder is now a matter of urgent national security. Critical information may have been leaked to a hostile government - or, worse, an international terrorist group - and an attack may be imminent.

Decker's never been one to follow the rules, especially with the stakes so high. Forced into an uneasy alliance with Agent Brown, Decker remains laser focused on only one goal: solving the case before it's too late.

The explosive conclusion to Veronica Roth's #1 New York Times bestselling Divergent trilogy reveals the secrets of the dystopian world that captivated millions of readers and film fans in Divergent and Insurgent. This paperback edition includes bonus content by Veronica Roth!One choice will define you. What if your whole world was a lie? What if a single revelation like a single choice changed everything? What if love and loyalty made you do things you never expected?Told from a riveting dual perspective, this third installment in the series follows Tris and Tobias as they battle to comprehend the complexities of human nature and their selves while facing impossible choices of courage, allegiance, sacrifice, and love.

Once upon a time there was a tiny kingdom called Cornucopia, as rich in happiness as it was in gold, and famous for its food. From the delicate cream cheeses of Kurdsburg to the Hopes-of-Heaven pastries of Chouxville, each was so delicious that people wept with joy as they ate them.

But even in this happy kingdom, a monster lurks. Legend tells of a fearsome creature living far to the north in the Marshlands... the Ickabog. Some say it breathes fire, spits poison, and roars through the mist as it carries off wayward sheep and children alike. Some say it's just a myth...

And when that myth takes on a life of its own, casting a shadow over the kingdom, two children — best friends Bert and Daisy — embark on a great adventure to untangle the truth and find out where the real monster lies, bringing hope and happiness to Cornucopia once more.

Features full-colour illustrations by the young winners of The Ickabog competition.

Pies & Prejudice is the fourth installment in the beloved Mother-Daughter Book Club series by Heather Vogel Frederick. This charming young adult novel follows the journey of four middle school friends—Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy—as they navigate life, friendship, and classic literature. In this chapter, the girls tackle Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice while facing the challenge of Emma moving to England. To bring her back, they start a thriving bake sale business, proving that friendship can overcome any distance.

Features

• Compelling Narrative: A heartwarming story that balances personal growth with the enduring power of friendship.
• Literary Connections: Integrates themes from Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, making classic literature accessible and relatable for modern readers.
• Diverse Perspectives: Features a cast of characters with distinct personalities, allowing readers to find someone they can identify with.
• Relatable Themes: Explores common middle school experiences such as moving away, secret crushes, and navigating social dynamics. 

Benefits

• Encourages Reading: Inspires young readers to explore classic literature through a fun and modern lens.
• Promotes Empathy: Helps readers understand and navigate complex emotions and social situations common in adolescence.
• Inspires Entrepreneurship: The girls' successful bake sale business provides a positive example of teamwork and initiative.
• Educational Value: Ideal for school book clubs or classroom discussions about friendship, literature, and growing up.

Product Details
Title: Pies & Prejudice (The Mother-Daughter Book Club, Book 4)
Author: Heather Vogel Frederick
ISBN-13: 9781442420199
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Format: Paperback
Genre: Young Adult Fiction

Dark secrets and forbidden love threaten the very survival of the Shadowhunters in Cassandra Clare’s Queen of Air and Darkness, the final novel in the #1 New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling The Dark Artifices trilogy.

What if damnation is the price of true love?

Innocent blood has been spilled on the steps of the Council Hall, the sacred stronghold of the Shadowhunters. In the wake of the tragic death of Livia Blackthorn, the Clave teeters on the brink of civil war. One fragment of the Blackthorn family flees to Los Angeles, seeking to discover the source of the blight that is destroying the race of warlocks.

Meanwhile, Julian and Emma take desperate measures to put their forbidden love aside and undertake a perilous mission to Faerie to retrieve the Black Volume of the Dead. What they find in the Courts is a secret that may tear the Shadow World asunder and open a dark path into a future they could never have imagined. Caught in a race against time, Emma and Julian must save the world of Shadowhunters before the deadly power of the parabatai curse destroys them and everyone they love.

Format Paperback 912 pages | Publication Dec 2018 | Publisher SIMON & SCHUSTER | Language English | ISBN13 9781534431324

Discover the Bold Wit of Borneo Bull’s Eye Cartoon’s Collection 2000 – A Must-Have for Every Brunei Culture Enthusiast! Dive into the sharp, witty world of Borneo Bulletin Bull’s Eye, a legendary collection of editorial cartoons that have entertained and enlightened Bruneians since 2000. This unique book serves up local issues with a generous dash of humor and insight, challenging minds and encouraging us to laugh at ourselves — a true mark of societal maturity.

Why You’ll Love This Collection:

• Iconic Local Commentary: Explore decades-old cartoons that spotlight Brunei’s social and political landscape with clever satire.

• Cultural Flavor: Just like sambal belacan, the cartoons come in varying degrees of “hotness” — from mild chuckles to fiery truths!

• Thought-Provoking & Entertaining: Perfect for readers who appreciate humor that opens minds and broadens perspectives.

• Collector’s Treasure: Published by Brunei Press and authored by Rhyme, this 224-page hardcover is a rare gem for fans of Bruneian culture and history.

• Perfect Gift: Ideal for locals, expatriates, students, and anyone curious about Brunei’s unique social commentary.

Book Details:

• Title: Borneo Bull’s Eye Cartoon’s Collection 2000

• Author: Rhyme

• Publisher: Brunei Press

• Language: English

• ISBN: 9991732063

• Pages: 224

• Country of Origin: Brunei

Editorial cartoons can be compared with Sambal Belacan, people either love it or hate it completely! And, if they like it, they like it in varying degrees of hotness! Borneo Bulletin Bull's Eye is a serving of local issues to open the mind. It is tossed with wit and humour to broaden the borders of our knowledge. Learning to laugh at ourselves is a sign of maturity in society. Since their publication in the premier newspaper, Borneo Bulletin, Borneo Bulletin Bull's Eye has raised awareness of society to the point here it has become a much anticipated feature.

*New special film edition - includes photos of the film, an introduction from director Kenneth Branagh and a note from Eoin Colfer himself*

Join the world of Artemis Fowl, the number one bestseller by Eoin Colfer. Rumour has it Artemis Fowl is responsible for every major crime of the new century. Just twelve years old and already he's a criminal genius, plotting to restore his family's fortune with a spot of corruption and kidnapping. Kidnapping a fairy for ransom, to be precise. Artemis Fowl has discovered a world below ground of armed and dangerous - and extremely high-tech - fairies. But he may have underestimated their powers. They will fight back. Is the boy about to trigger a cross-species war? Let the misadventure begin. 'Fast-paced, tongue in cheek . . . laugh-out-loud' - Sunday Times 'A huge hit' - The Guardian 'Artemis is a brilliant creation' - Anthony Horowitz ***Winner of the WHSmith Children's Book of the Year Award and Children's Book of the Year at the Children's Book Awards. Shortlisted for the Whitbread Children's Book of the Year Award.***

Paperback 320 pages | Publication  May 2020 | Publisher Penguin Random House | Language English | ISBN13 9780241387177

A Korean American teen is thrust into the competitive, technicolor world of K-pop, from Jessica Jung, K-pop legend and former lead singer of Girls Generation.

What would you give for a chance to live your dreams?

For seventeen-year-old Korean American Rachel Kim, the answer is almost everything. Six years ago, she was recruited by DB Entertainment—one of Seoul’s largest K-pop labels, known for churning out some of the world’s most popular stars. The rules are simple: Train 24/7. Be perfect. Don’t date. Easy right?

Not so much. As the dark scandals of an industry bent on controlling and commodifying beautiful girls begin to bubble up, Rachel wonders if she’s strong enough to be a winner, or if she’ll end up crushed… Especially when she begins to develop feelings for K-pop star and DB golden boy Jason Lee. It’s not just that he’s charming, sexy, and ridiculously talented. He’s also the first person who really understands how badly she wants her star to rise.

Format Paperback 352 pages | Publication Oct 2020 | Publisher Simon & Schuster | Language English | ISBN13 9781534482661

When Mum and Dad forget it's half term, what's Tom going to do to keep busy over the break?! This 16th installment in the bestselling series is part novel and part activity book, designed to turn ordinary days into extraordinary adventures. It's packed with a week's worth of drawing, doodling, games, and stories to keep any boredom at bay. 



Key Features

• Interactive Fun: Includes detailed instructions for making woolly monsters, pop-up cards, picture frames, and even cakes (recipes included!).
• Fully Illustrated: Features Liz Pichon’s signature lively, doodle-style illustrations on every single page.
• Solo or Group Play: Designed with a "go-at-your-own-pace" format that is perfect for independent reading or sharing with friends.
• Engaging Storyline: Follows Tom as he navigates a "mixed-up" holiday, avoiding his sister Delia's supervision while his friends are away. 

Benefits

• Inspires Creativity: Encourages children to pick up a pencil and explore their own imagination through drawing and doodling.
• Boredom Buster: Provides hours of entertainment, making it an ideal companion for school holidays, rainy days, and long travel journeys.
• Builds Confidence: Promotes a "can-do" mindset through easy-to-follow DIY projects and creative activities.
• Educational Engagement: Seamlessly blends reading for pleasure with hands-on learning and artistic expression.

Product Details
Author/Illustrator: Liz Pichon
Publisher: Scholastic
Publication Date: May 2, 2019
Reading Age: 7 – 12 years
ISBN-13: 9780702301636

The beautiful and haunting novel that launched David Almond as one of the best children's writers of today. Winner of the Carnegie Medal and the Whitbread children's book of the Year Award.

When a move to a new house coincides with his baby sister's illness, Michael's world seems suddenly lonely and uncertain.

For ages 12-17 Format Paperback 176 pages | Publication Sep 2013 | Publisher Hachette Children's Group | Language English | ISBN13 9780340944950

The Emissary meets The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime in this poignant and triumphant story about how love, friendship, and persistence can change a life forever.

This story is, in short, about a monster meeting another monster. 

One of the monsters is me.