Michael Ajao

Charlie McGrew longs for a clippety companion but the sign says NO PETS - can he draw one instead? Grab a pen and get ready for some drawing with this brand-new picture book from bestselling and award-winning Rob Biddulph!Charlie McGrew is one creative kid, and when he decides he's going to draw a pet horse, he discovers he must also find ways to keep his new friend happy...Written in rhyming text and full of Rob's signature combination of comedy and charm, this imaginative story is perfect for all the family.

Living on the South Crongton council estate has its worries - and life for McKay has been even tougher since his mum died. His dad has been working all hours to keep the bailiffs from their door. His brother is always out riding the streets at night, tempting trouble. And now, having strayed off his turf on a 'heroic' (if misguided) mission to help out a girl, McKay finds himself facing a friend's crazy ex-boyfriend, some power-tripping hood-rats and a notoriously violent gangster with a vendetta which hits too close to home. Poor McKay. He never asked for trouble . . . But during one madcap night of adventure and danger, he will find out who his true friends are and what it means to stick with your family. Crongton Knights is a very funny, very moving story that shows that although life is testing, the lessons learned the hard way are the ones you'll never forget.

A brand new Elmer mini picture book about the joy of sharing stories - exclusive for World Book Day 2024! It's almost bedtime in the jungle, and the baby elephants want to hear their favourite story - there's just one problem: nobody can remember how it goes. Can any of Elmer's friends remember, or will they make up a brand new story together? A joyful celebration of sharing stories - and making them up - together, from the colourful world of Elmer the Patchwork Elephant. An exclusive World Book Day mini-story to mark Elmer's 35th anniversary. Happy 35th birthday, Elmer!

Anton and his friends are the Kings of Year 9. They're used to ruling the school and Anton wears the crown.

So when he gets into serious trouble at school, he doesn't really care, but his mum most definitely does. She decides it's time for Anton to make some new friends and join a local activity group. Anton would quite literally rather do anything else, especially when he finds out Matthew, the biggest loser in school, is also a member.

But after Matthew unexpectedly saves Anton's life, Anton figures maybe this kid is worth a shot. Teaching him some game is the least Anton can do to repay the debt.

As the boys strike up an unlikely friendship, Anton finds himself questioning everything he thought was important. Does he want ruling the school to be his crowning glory or should he set his sights on better things?

Venetia King is the hottest girl at school. Too bad Lemar is the second shortest guy in his year. Everyone calls him Liccle Bit, and his two best friends, McKay and Jonah, never tire of telling him he has no chance with girls. When Venetia starts paying Liccle Bit attention, he secretly hopes he's on a fast track to a first date.

Unfortunately, as a new gang war breaks out, he finds himself on a fast track to something much more sinister. South Crongton's notorious gang leader has taken an interest in him and before he knows what's happening, he finds himself running errands. But when he hears about a killing on the estate, Liccle Bit is forced to question his choices. How can he possibly put things right?

In this World Book Day special, join MARV and his friends in FIVE action-packed superhero adventures celebrating the ultimate superpower-KINDNESS! When Marvin puts on his superhero suit he becomes the unstoppable, invincible, MARV, a superhero with infinite powers fuelled by imagination. In these five mini tales, there's plenty of trouble a-foot and supervillains to defeat-from Professor Feather and the dreaded Duck of Doom to the Conjurer and her laser-blasting battle spaceships. For another superhero story featuring Marv, check out Marv and the Mega Robot, and discover how Marvin gets his super-suit, becomes a hero, and defeats his first villain.