Humorous stories

From million-copy bestselling author David Walliams comes a laugh-out-loud animal space adventure. Chump the chimpanzee was always being silly. He would:- make rude noises from BOTH ENDS…- pick his nose with his little toe…- eat the skins of bananas,...

Lenny is thrown into his very own version of Groundhog Day in this sharp comedy from bestselling author Annie Dalton. Lenny wakes up one morning to find his favourite day, Friday, repeating itself over and over again. A sharp comedy with a subtle...

A smashed china dragon helps Tyra to bond with her new classmates in this touching tale from bestselling author Karen McCombie. Tyra gets off to a tough start at her new school. She’s loud and different and nobody seems to be particularly friendly. So...

Malorie Blackman spins a hilarious tale of shape-shifting and babysitting antics. Mike had no idea that his best friend Alex was a Gris-kwok – someone who can turn into any animal he chooses! But Mike’s naughty little sister Molly is a Gris-kwok too...

Noodle is up to his usual canine antics as Sports Day arrives at Wigley Primary – and a new friend adds even more mayhem … Sports Day has arrived at Wigley Primary and everyone is excited to take part in unusual events like book balancing, frisbee...

When the Prime Minister begins making Ted's great ideas a reality, he suddenly has a lot of responsibility on his shoulders … A hilarious comedy caper from Waterstones Children's Laureate Frank Cottrell-Boyce. Ted thinks there’s something fishy going on...

Fair is foul and foul is fair … bestseller Ross Montgomery returns with a laugh-out-loud, perfectly pitched introduction to Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Beth has been looking forward to the Prizegiving Assembly all year. She’s won best-behaved pupil two years...

It's the car journey from hell … Support severely struggling readers with this hilarious hi-lo family tale. Two siblings drive their mother to distraction on the car journey from hell, while Mum tries every trick in the book to get them to behave. All...

Jane has always been just a little bit different – she has springs in her knees! Support severely struggling readers with this hi-lo adventure with a spring in its step. Jane has always been just a little bit different – she has springs in her knees!...

A wickedly clever and hilarious canine tale from a superstar author-illustrator. Whenever there’s a pong, poo or puddle that can’t be explained, Norman and Ringo are the hounds that take the blame. Determined to exploit their status for profit,...

A laugh-out-loud tale of young love from the bestselling author of the Mr. Gum series. Sterling Thaxton is in love. In love with Lizzie Harris – the beautiful new girl. Her hair is the colour of magic. Her nose is as sweet as music. Her arms are as...

Kindness is key in this funny new family drama from perennial bestseller and award-winning author Anne Fine. There are many reasons why Tansy dreads Aunt Emma coming to visit. She’s rude, she’s boring, and Tansy has to give up her room so Aunt Emma can...

Granny’s hunt for the perfect pet brings some unexpected results in this goofy adventure of family, mudlarking and mayhem. Zac and Essie have been helping their Granny Mo in her search for the perfect pet. She’s tried everything from cats to axolotls...

A motley crew of pirates take to parenthood in this whimsical Little Gem from Alan MacDonald, author of the bestselling Dirty Bertie series. Captain Sprat and his pirate crew love nothing more than lazing around on the deck of the Salty Herring. Until...

A cast of creative creatures take centre stage in this theatrical story about community and confidence from Blue Peter Book Award-shortlisted author Laura Wood. Summer by the seaside isn’t working out as Callie hoped. Instead of enjoying sunshine and...

The Royal Family must learn to live like common people in this hilarious Barrington Stoke debut from the author of The Accidental Prime Minister. Unlucky Bertie has only gone and gambled away the entire family fortune. It's the last in a long line of...

Jack's about the get the pet he's always wanted – and many, many more … A furry and funny gem from King of Comedy Jeremy Strong. Cats in the bath. Cats in the cupboards. A hundred cats everywhere!Everyone in Jack's class has a pet, but all Jack has is...

Two super-smart kids triumph in these perfectly packaged tales with a twist from multi-award-winning and bestselling author Michael Rosen It pays to be able to think on your feet, especially if you're about to be eaten alive or cheated out of a...

The hilarious, rollicking adventures of mighty (but little) Norman the Norman, brought together for the first time in this bumper paperback edition. Norman the Norman from Normandy and his not-so-wild boar, Truffle, are off on a sword-swinging...

A baking nightmare makes for slapstick comedy gold in this hilarious Little Gem from a bestselling author and illustrator team. Albert’s dad needs help in the family bakery, but all his son can think about is sport. So he builds a machine like no other:...

The Peachey family’s loyal dog steps up to save the day once more in the fourth instalment of this acclaimed, witty middle-grade series. Pa has just landed a new job, and it's put an unusual spring in his step. But a new job means a new house in a new...

Roll up! Roll up! The Shortbread Family Circus is in town! Introducing the first tale in The Big Top Mysteries, an exciting new series from Alexander McCall Smith and illustrator Sam Usher. Billy, Fern and Joe Shortbread are the stars of their...

Upper Dab is under attack from a mysterious invasion of toads in this hilarious adventure from award-wining author Patrice Lawrence. After a toad lands on his head as he leaves his house one morning, Leo is determined to find out where it has come from...

A cautionary tale of brats, cats and a little bit of magic from much loved and best-selling author Malorie Blackman. Ellie is the rudest, most spoilt child her grandma has ever met and it's time that she learnt a lesson! So with a little bit of magic...

A charming and witty tale of bullies, pumpkins and unlikely friendships from award-winning author Gillian Cross. Jason Banks is a bully. No one likes him and even the teachers are scared of him! It's time that someone taught Jason a lesson and he might...

Another hilarious Little Gem from Jeremy Strong, the master of comic writing for children, with character-packed illustration from Jamie Smith. When Captain Beardy-Beard rescues Nellie from the North Pole she's ready to be safe and sound back at...

Another hilarious sword-swinging adventure of little hero Norman from the riotously funny comedy dream team in a full-colour Little Gems package. Norman the Norman is at it again! And this time the Duchess of Normandy is determined that her William...

With an authentic Indian backdrop, this is a feel-good story of young kids chasing big dreams that shimmers with all of Alexander McCall Smith’s trademark optimism and joy – an outlook on life that makes him one of the world’s best-loved...

A funny and charming Little Gem from national treasure Anne Fine, with beautiful artwork by illustration star Vicki Gausden – Anne’s collaborator on The Gingerbread Star and Out for the Count. When the rain threatens to ruin the fun at summer camp,...

A fun, friendly story about a misplaced ghost from the Titanic and a boy who needs help with his history homework, now in a new edition. Luke is rather surprised to find a ghost in his bath – and she needs his help! Can Luke help Ellie to find her...

A hilarious Little Gem from Jeremy Strong, the master of comic writing for children, with character-packed illustration from Jamie Smith. Plucky young penguin Nellie Choc-Ice goes on an epic adventure when her iceberg floats off to the North Pole...

A delightfully witty and tender-hearted Christmas story like none other, introducing a unique author and illustrator collaboration to make for a very special Little Gem. Jo-Jo is convinced that Christmas is cancelled – and it's all his fault. To...

A charming and witty take on a family going to the dogs and the dog who must save them, from the 2016 Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award-winner. Filled to the brim with Meg’s wry humour and beautiful prose and illustrated throughout in black and...

Warm, magical and funny family tale from an award-winning author. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 8+ Tom, Ellie and Whiskers the Cat have to go and live with witchy Aunt Tab when their parents set off on a raft...

Uh oh – the nits are in town! Support severely struggling readers with this rollicking rhyming tale. A gang of nasty nits are in town and no matter how much the mummies go mad with mayonnaise and nit-combs, they think they're here to stay!Particularly...

Yellow Rabbit is lost, but she's having lots of fun without her owner, Ashley. Will she come home at all? Support severely struggling readers with this sweet hi-lo adventure. Oh no! Ashley has left her favourite toy in a hotel in Spain. She is sad, but...

Embark on a thrilling new adventure set in the world of Minecraft, where danger lurks at every turn, and our heroes must protect the Minecraft server from being shut down forever. Following the events of the Minecraft Woodsword Chronicles and the...

The second sensational book in a brand-new funny, accessible and action-packed space-adventure series written by the incredible Lorraine Gregory – perfect for middle grade fans of MG Leonard and David Baddiel! If the fate of the entire multiverse was in...

The second book in the laugh-out-loud cartoon-filled adventure series for 7+ readers, featuring the world’s funniest fairy, from the bestselling author of The Land of Roar. Perfect for fans of Loki, Tom Gates and Wimpy Kid Ridiculously funny and packed...

Marvellous Marvin braves the stage to showcase the magic that can be found in true friendship in this hilarious and heartfelt tale from bestselling author Jenny Pearson. After being humiliated by a badly behaved squirrel on national television, Marvin...

Another collection of five hilarious rhyming tales to appeal to beginner readers. Five funny stories that make reading a joy. In this collection you'll visit the unicorn hotel, go to the water park with a gang of skunks and take to the air in Spider's...

Australian tennis superstar Ash Barty teams up with Jasmin McGaughey and Jade Goodwin to bring young readers this fun and exciting new illustrated series about school, sport, friendship and family. It's time for a SLEEPOVER! Ash is so excited to watch a...

Be amazed by the exciting – and extraordinary! – things you can do and people you can be in this witty whizz-through the world of work with Dr. Seuss! What will you do? What do you want to be when you grow up? A ticket taker… a pizza maker…? A wrestler,...

Frog and Toad stories have delighted both children and adults for more than fifty years, celebrating friendship and life in the most joyful and heart-warming way. This charming collection, which brings together three springtime stories, is the perfect...

Take to the skies and join Dragon Towers – the school where everyone has their own dragon best friend! A hilarious new series from the author of the Naughtiest Unicorn – highly illustrated, full of fun and adventure, and starring a dragon with a magical...

It’s Easter with a twist in this hilarious mix-up of eggs with legs and hot cross BUMS… Easter is a SPRINGY time of year! But SOMETHING doesn’t look right here . . .Spring into Easter with this laugh-out-loud journey through all things eggs, rabbits and...

A festive picture book complete with calamity, chaos and one very loveable little elf! It’s Christmas Eve and Little Elf is thrilled to join the other elves in Santa’s workshop for the first year ever. And he’s even more excited to read out the very...

Lunch time is about to get stupendously silly in New York Times bestselling creator Daniel Wiseman’s graphic novel debut, a delicious new series for fans of Pizza and Taco!Marco makes the BEST sandwiches in the entire world! When he wants to chow down...