History and the past

From traders to raiders, embark on an incredible voyage through Viking life and history in the first in an exciting new series from bestselling non-fiction writer David Long. The Vikings were a terrifying force that changed history across the globe –...

Discover the astonishing facts about the Titanic and how it came to a catastrophic end in this illustrated, accessible and riveting account of one of history’s most famous disasters. On 10 April 1912, RMS Titanic set sail from Southampton on her maiden...

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 thrilling fictionalised account of the life of Matthew Henson, the first African-American man to travel to the North Pole, from the Carnegie-nominated author Catherine Johnson. Matthew Henson was simply an ordinary man. That was, until Commander...

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...

A page-turning, action-packed adventure that is perfect for fans of the Jane Doe series. All fourteen-year-old Andromache Peters wants is a normal life. But normal is pretty near impossible when your parents were famous adventurers who saved the world...

See prehistoric predators of all sizes come to life with Dino World, the trifold pop-up book all about dinosaurs!Experience dinosaurs like you’ve never seen them before with innovative paper crafting that breathes new life into prehistoric scenes. You...

The first in a brand-new sensationally spacey, action-packed and adventure-filled middle grade series written by the incredible Lorraine Gregory – perfect for fans of MG Leonard and David Baddiel! Nothing exciting ever happens on twelve-year-old Danny’s...

*A NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY TOP TEN BEST BOOK OF 2023 FOR CHILDREN * A PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR * A KIRKUS BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR * A BOOKLIST EDITORS' CHOICE OF THE YEAR *★ “Vivid . . . mesmerizing . . . intriguing.” —Kirkus...

A super funny and exciting pirate adventure for readers 8+ by the author of the bestselling Land of Roar series. Perfect for fans of BBC’s Ghosts!SUNDAY TIMES CHILDREN’S BOOK OF THE WEEK 30-10-22 Sid Jones loves hanging out in the graveyard with her...

A fascinating introduction to the life of Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen was Britain's longest-reigning monarch and one of the most famous women in the world. But what was she really like? This enthralling story of the life of Queen Elizabeth II is full...

The history of our amazing planet unfolds at a glance in this graphic timeline. From the Big Bang to the present day, discover the wonders of our ever-changing planet as you fold out this brightly illustrated book. Then turn it over to find out how,...

The perfect mix of funny, foul and fearful' – Metro'Brilliantly imagined … laugh-out-loud funny' – Sunday ExpressA brand new title in the bestselling gorgeously gothic and wickedly funny Amelia Fang series – perfect for readers of 7+MEET AMELIA FANGThe...

Discover how scientists changed the world, from inventing life-saving medicines and probing the secrets of the smallest particles to sending people to the Moon – and how ground-breaking scientific theories changed our world again and again. With...

Who built the Great Wall of China? Why did Egyptians make mummies? When did pirates roam the seas? Inquisitive young children can discover the answers to these questions and more in this beautifully illustrated information book, with over 60 flaps to...

My First Campout has everything young adventurers need for camping fun! Introduce your little one to the great outdoors in this interactive activity book full of camping fun! Use the cardboard cut outs to build a campfire or fill your backpack with a...

Would you rather row a Roman vessel or be a chariot racer? Eat stuffed dormice or parrot heads? Only you can decide! Adventure into the fascinating world of ancient Rome with this new Would You Rather book!Packed with fun situations, this book is the...

Would you rather be a pharaoh or a pharaoh’s servant? Cleopatra or Queen Hatshepsut? Only you can decide! Adventure into the astonishing world of ancient Egypt with this new Would You Rather book!Packed with fun situations, this book is the perfect way...

Meet the little dinosaur who is the GREATEST SECRET AGENT IN THE WORLD. Spyceratops has all the skills: sneaking, peeking, blending in, daredevil manoeuvres.She has all the kit: groovy gadgets, loyal sidekick, awesome spymobile.And luckily the perfect...

Sticker kings and queens from around the world with this fascinating information-filled sticker book. A stunning sticker book packed with monarchs through the ages and sumptuous, historically accurate stickers to complete their outfits. Includes Queen...

A thought-provoking way of looking at world history and our place within it. If you enjoyed If the World Were 100 People (WINNER of the Royal Society Young People’s Book Prize 2022 and WINNER of The ALCS Educational Writers’ Award 2023), you’ll love If...

Lively comic strip book which brings the Stone Age to life like never before. Join a young cave-dweller for a day, as she goes hunting, makes her own stone tools and creates amazing cave art. Learn all about the dangers of life in the Stone Age, what...

Explore every corner of a museum - from grand exhibition galleries to cavernous storerooms and dusty back offices. With stylish illustrations and flaps to lift, this book is packed with fascinating information about how museums work, how they look after...

An innovative flap book offering a fascinating glimpse behind the scenes of a busy castle.5+ Lift the flaps to explore behind the scenes of a bustling medieval castle as Lord Robert and Lady Margaret hold a feast, watch a tournament and fight off...

Go on an epic adventure across the Overworld, solving Minecraft puzzles as you go. Embark on a wild journey through the Overworld, tackling mobs, hunting for treasure and striving to survive. Solve sudokus to fill your inventory, crack codes to...

A historically accurate sticker book in this well-known series. Dress the dolls in different fashions, from the Ancient Egyptians to London in the 60s. Use the stickers of traditional clothes, shoes and accessories to dress the girl and boy dolls...

Meet the king of English cricket, Ben Stokes, in this thrilling unofficial biography! From his childhood in New Zealand and his early cricketing career at Cockermouth, to winning his first County Championship with Durham and selection for England, Ben...

Uncover the incredible true story of Howard Carter’s world-changing discovery in this fun and informative retelling of the secrets of Tutankhamun’s tomb. On 4 November 1922, a young Egyptian boy working on Howard Carter’s archaeological dig in the...

A thrilling and captivating retelling of one of history’s most famous space missions, publishing to coincide with the 50th anniversary of Apollo 13’s fateful launch. April 1970: Apollo 13 was launched from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It should...

Would you rather wipe Henry VIII’s bottom for him or be one of his wives? Would you rather act in a Tudor play or take part in a jousting match? Only you can decide! Adventure into the fascinating world of the Tudors with this new Would You Rather...

Travel back in time and walk alongside your favorite prehistoric creatures with The Ultimate Dinosaur Field Guide—created as if a paleontologist painted these illustrations and made these notes during a journey through the Permian, Triassic, Jurassic,...

Get ready, young paleontologists! With over 1,200 jaw-dropping species, Dinosaur World is your guide to all things prehistoric!Did you know some dinosaurs had feathers? Or that others had full body armor? From humongous herbivores to fearsome...

Travel back to Ancient Greece to see magnificent marble temples, bustling market places, and to find out about Ancient Greek cities, armies, myths and sport. With lively illustrations, flaps to lift, and links to specially selected websites for more...

Step inside the sun-scorched deserts of Ancient Egypt to visit the magnificent temples by the mighty River Nile, busy towns, and tombs filled with glittering treasure in this fascinating book with intricately cut flaps and holes to peep through. Travel...

Can the worst pirate ever win the Pirate of the Year Award…?Set sail with the funniest pirate on the seven seas in this hilarious adventure for readers of 7+ with brilliant pictures throughout from ALIENS LOVE UNDERPANTS illustrator Ben Cort. Mum is...

Can enemy warriors become your friends? A story of adventure in a new land When Vikings raid and destroy a small coastal village, Hekja and her dog, Snarf, are captured and taken to Greenland. In this harsh and cold land, Hekja becomes a thrall - a...

A smirking boy shuffled past the door, and Marion, hands shaking, quickly turned the key in the lock. It was Cotterson, the boy from Sewers Canal who wanted to burn the Sobraon. Her heart jolted.The barge had delivered the Forty Thieves onto the...

The evacuation from Gallipoli of Australian and New Zealand troops was a logistically incredible undertaking. The exhausted young men were to slip away by ship in the dead of night. But… Someone needed to remain behind to cover for their fellow...

Matthew Flinders was a country boy who wanted to be a sailor. He lived at a time when ocean voyages took months, sometimes years. His life at sea was full of adventure and danger. He was the first to sail all the way around Australia. He drew the first...

Age range 3 to 6Molly the Pirate  is a swashbuckling tale that will delight anyone who ever wanted to be a pirate. Young Molly's imagination knows no bounds when she transforms her Australian backyard into an adventure playground on the high...

Age range 3 to 6Captain Snarkle Tooth is a grouchy pirate who likes to spy and steal treasure. Treasure that no one else can see!Can Billy solve the mystery and learn to spy the sparkly treasure too? And is the villainous pirate as greedy as people...

'If Captain James Cook discovered Australia - if John Macarthur planted the first seeds of its extraordinary prosperity - if Ludwig Leichhardt penetrated and explored its before unknown interior - Caroline Chisholm has done...

Ernie Dunlop was determined to become a doctor from an early age. Born in Melbourne, he was fascinated with both medical science and physical challenges. Whilst studying medicine he earned the nickname 'Weary' and gained a reputation as a dedicated...

For over a century, Australians have served their country in war and peacekeeping missions across the world. On Anzac Day and Remembrance Day, we continue to gather and remember those who fought for our country in the past, and those who keep us safe...

Len Waters may have been born behind the gates of an Aboriginal reserve, but his big imagination and even bigger dreams took him soaring well beyond the reach of those who tried to confine him.Kamilaroi man, Len Waters, dreamed of taking to the skies. It...

At the going down of the sun and in the morning we will remember them.A colourful and engaging book for young readers showing the history and origins of some of the Australian Defence Force's customs and traditions. Australia Remembers truly stands out...

A story of courage and resilience, readers will follow the curious and endearing Giovanni as he survives the harrowing and ultimately doomed Marquis de Rays expedition with his family. Arriving in Australia as one of the first Italian migrants, Giovanni...