Poor Rudy the Reindeer is terrified of everything and never joins in the fun with his reindeer friends. He's even scared of snowmen! But when Santa sprinkles him with magic 'moon dust' to help him fly (it's not really magic of course — it's actually reindeer oats!) he realises he can be brave after all. This is a sparkly, foily, festive treat with a fabulous reindeer press-out tree decoration on the last page. No stocking should be without this book!

He can turn himself into anything and appear to fit in anywhere, but it seems that neither the swirly snail, the green grasshopper nor the stripy sock want to be friends. Will he ever find someone to talk to? Someone just like him? With a subtle and witty interplay between words and illustrations this introduction to colours and shapes (and chameleons!) is sure to delight everyone, from the youngest child upwards. This is another triumph by prize-winning Emily Gravett.

When Alfonso the cat hears there's a boat coming into harbour carrying its largest ever catch, he hatches a plan. It's brave! It's bold! And it involves a ghost pirate ship, some rather gullible fishermen, and cats... lots of cats. With an infectious rhyming text and laugh-out-loud illustrations, this book is set to become a firm favourite for fans of life on the high seas.

'Poor old fox has lost his socks. He looks in a chest and finds a vest.' Can you help fox find his socks? Are they in the kitchen or under the stairs? Are they inside the clock or hidden in a chest? Lift the flaps and find out! Collect all four books in The Acorn Wood series: Postman Bear, Rabbit's Nap, and Hide-and-Seek Pig.

'Now it's time for Pig to seek. Can you see a yellow beak?' Pig and Hen are playing hide-and-seek. Can you lift the flaps and help Pig find out where Hen is hiding? Collect all four books in The Acorn Wood series: Fox's Socks, Rabbit's Nap and Postman Bear.

'Rabbit's feeling sleepy. She curls up in a chair. Tap! Tap! Who's that? Oh dear! It's Builder Bear.' Rabbit is trying to get to sleep, but everyone is being so noisy. Lift the flaps and find out who is keeping Rabbit awake! Collect all four board books in The Acorn Wood series: Postman Bear, Fox's Socks and Hide-and-Seek Pig.

Wise old man, won't you help me, please? My house is a squash and squeeze. What can you do if your house is too small? The wise old man knows: bring in a flappy, scratchy, noisy crowd of farmyard animals. When you push them all out again, you'll be amazed at how big your house feels! This brilliantly funny story is the first ever picture book written and illustrated by the award-winning team of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, authors of THE GRUFFALO and it's now available as a board book!

«This title is a must for fans of the bestselling. «The Princess and The Wizard», this great-value activity book includes over 40 stickers and is packed with colouring-in, join-the-dots, word puzzles and more. Little girls everywhere are sure to be spellbound. It is perfect for rainy days and great summer holiday entertainment.»

A hairy mammoth takes a cheeky little baby on a thrilling ride through a moonlit landscape populated by a sabre-toothed tiger, a leaping hare, a laughing hyena, and even, just maybe, by a big brown bear. But where are they going? And what has it to do with the baby's scribblings on the cave wall? Created by the critically acclaimed author Julia Donaldson, and Kate Greenaway medal winner Emily Gravett, Cave Baby is a future classic picture book.

A number 1 bestseller, this definitive biography of Michael Jackson is now completely updated to include the events leading to the untimely death of the star. J. Randy Taraborrelli is the expert on Michael Jackson, having known him since they were both teenagers and having interviewed the singer and his family many times. So much has been written about the life and career of Michael Jackson that it has become almost impossible to disentangle the man from the myth. J. Randy Taraborrelli cuts through the tabloid rumours and innuendo, the conflicting stories and lurid accusations, to reveal the real man. From his drilling as a child star through the blooming of his talent, from his ever-changing personal appearance to his marriages, from his addictions to his love for his children, we see what motivated one of the greatest performers of all time. Objective and revealing, this book combines impeccable research, brilliant story-telling and a clear-sighted understanding of the forces that shaped Michael's life and his death. 'The most authoritative book ever written about Michael Jackson' — Daily Mail. 'A superbly researched investigation' — heat.

The Troll longs for a goat — but has to make do with fish for supper instead. Meanwhile, Hank Chief and his pirate crew are digging for treasure — but it seems they've sailed to the wrong island. Again. Watch and listen to the fun unfold as these two worlds collide in a richly inventive, gloriously comic tale from the creators of the highly acclaimed Turannosaurus Drip.

Gorgeous canines of every shape, size and colour are bounding through this irresistible book of opposites. Can you choose one dog to love best of all? With playful pencil and watercolour illustrations to delight children and adults alike, everyone will long to bark along with the Chihuahua and tickle the Dalmatian's tummy. Emily Gravett has created another wonderfully satisfying book — with a twist in the tail.

The story of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland continues to enchant generations of adults and children alike. This picture book version, adapted by Lewis Carroll himself and designed especially for younger readers, will bring back many happy memories for parents and grandparents and is a perfect introduction to all the magic and humorous mayhem of Wonderland! First published by Macmillan & Co in 1890, this newly rediscovered treasure is a perfect gift; ideal for all the family and a joy to share aloud.

I wrote to the zoo to send me a pet... This classic lift-the-flap book has been a favourite with toddlers ever since it was first published in 1982. Now reissued as a sturdy casebound board book, it is perfect for little hands.

The witch and her cat fly happily over forests, rivers and mountains on their broomstick until a stormy wind blows away the witch's hat, bow and wand. They are retrieved by a dog, a bird and a frog, and each animal asks for a ride on the broom. They climb on, one after the next, until the broom is so heavy that it snaps in two! What will happen next as they tumble into a bog and meet a greedy dragon?

Charlie Cook is reading a book about a pirate captain, who is reading a book about Goldilocks, who is reading about a knight, who is reading about a frog... From kings and queens to aliens and ghosts, there's something for everyone in Charlie's amazing book! Now available in board book format for the youngest readers, a book from this team is always cause for celebration!

George didn't like being the scruffiest giant in town, so when he sees a new shop selling giant-size clothes he decides it's time to update his image. With smart trousers, a smart shirt, stripy tie and shiny shoes, George is a new giant. But on his way home, he meets various animals who desperately need his help...and his clothes! Now in sturdy board book format, all children will love this funny and warm-hearted tale.

Join a tiny snail and a great big grey-blue humpback whale as they set off on a world tour with a difference ...Featuring all the characters and settings from the much-loved story, this great-value book is packed with scenes to colour in, as well as imaginative drawing activities.

Featuring all the characters and settings from the much-loved story, this great-value book is packed with scenes to colour in, as well as imaginative drawing activities.