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Books published by publisher Puffin, 2008

  • A Spoonful of Murder: A Murder Most Unladylike Mystery

    Robin Stevens, Nina Tara

    eBook (Puffin, Feb. 8, 2018)
    Shortlisted in the Children's Category in the National Book Awards 2018! It's the sixth murder mystery for The Detective Society! This time though, one of them is the suspect... Carries the Murder Most Unladylike mysteries into new heights . . . meticulously plotted and consistently delightful, and I can't recommend it enough (New Statesman)Superb (Telegraph)-----When Hazel Wong's beloved grandfather passes away, Daisy Wells is all too happy to accompany her friend (and Detective Society Vice President) to Hazel's family estate in beautiful, bustling Hong Kong. But when they arrive they discover something they didn't expect: there's a new member of the Wong family. Daisy and Hazel think baby Teddy is enough to deal with, but as always the girls are never far from a mystery.Tragedy strikes very close to home, and this time Hazel isn't just the detective. She's been framed for murder! The girls must work together like never before, confronting dangerous gangs, mysterious suspects and sinister private detectives to solve the murder and clear Hazel's name - before it's too late . . .
  • Artemis Fowl and the Opal Deception

    Eoin Colfer

    eBook (Puffin, April 6, 2006)
    Artemis Fowl and the Opal Deception is the fourth phenomenal book in the legendary Artemis Fowl series by Eoin Colfer.Arch-Criminal Artemis Fowl's mind has been wiped. Now someone wants him dead.Artemis Fowl is the only boy ever to have discovered an armed and dangerous fairy race living below ground. He just can't remember any of it.But Artemis needs his memory back - and fast - because a power-crazed pixie is out for revenge, secretly scheming to overthrow the Lower Elements Police. If only Artemis's one fairy ally, Captain Holly Short, wasn't on the run. Everyone is depending on him. And with Holly gone, Artemis is depending on a flatulent dwarf. Things are about to explode . . . 'Hugely satisfying - not to be missed' - Irish Independent'Engagingly vivid, exciting and witty' - The Telegraph'Fast, funny and very exciting' - Daily Mail ***Artemis Fowl was 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.***
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  • Rick riordan Trials of apollo and Magnus chase collection 6 books set

    Rick Riordan, 9781484780640 The Dark Prophecy By Rick Riordan 978-1484780640, 1484780647, 9781484746417 The Hidden Oracle 978-1484746417, 1484746414, 9781484746431 The Burning Maze 978-1484746431, 1484746430, 9781423163374 The Sword of Summer 978-1423163374, 1423163370, 9781423163381 The Hammer of Thor 978-1423163381, 1423163389, 9781368024440 The Ship of the Dead 978-1368024440, 1368024440

    Paperback (Puffin, March 15, 2018)
    Please Note That The Following Individual Books As Per Original ISBN and Cover Image In this Listing shall be Dispatched Collectively : Rick Riordan Trials of Apollo and Magnus Chase Collection 6 Books Set: Trials of Apollo: The Dark Prophecy: The god Apollo, cast down to earth and trapped in the form of a gawky teenage boy as punishment, must set off on the second of his harrowing (and hilarious) trials. The Hidden Oracle: After angering his father Zeus, the god Apollo is cast down from Olympus. Weak and disorientated, he lands in New York City as a regular teenage boy. The Burning Maze: My way out? A series of scary and dangerous trials, of course.For my third mission, I must:Journey through the Labyrinth to free an Oracle who only speaks in puzzles. Magnus Chase: The Hammer of Thor: Thor's hammer is missing again. The thunder god has a disturbing habit of misplacing his weapon - the mightiest force in the Nine Worlds. But this time the hammer isn't just lost, it has fallen into enemy hands. The Sword of Summer: My day started out normally enough. I was sleeping under a bridge when some guy kicked me awake and said, 'They're after you.' Next thing I know, I'm reunited with my obnoxious uncle, who casually informs me that my long-lost father is a Norse god. The Ship of the Dead: Loki the trickster god is free from his chains. Now he's readying Naglfar, the Ship of the Dead, armed with a host of giants and zombies.
  • My Secret Unicorn: Twilight Magic

    Linda Chapman (author)

    Paperback (Puffin, )
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  • Artemis Fowl and the Time Paradox

    Eoin Colfer

    eBook (Puffin, April 2, 2009)
    Movie available from June 12th only on Disney+ Artemis Fowl and the Time Paradox is the sixth book in the criminally good Artemis Fowl series by Eoin Colfer. Artemis Fowl is no stranger to trouble. In fact he's a magnet for it.Man-eating trolls, armed and dangerous (not to mention high-tech) fairies, flame-throwing goblins - he's seen the lot. He had decided to forego criminal activity of the more magical kind. However . . . Now his mother is gravely ill. He must travel back through time to steal the cure from the clutches of the devious mastermind . . . Artemis Fowl. That's right. With fairy ally Captain Holly Short by his side, Artemis is going back in time to do battle with his deadliest enemy yet.Himself. 'Grips like an electromagnet until the last word' - Independent'Engagingly vivid, exciting and witty' - The Telegraph'Fast, funny and very exciting' - Daily Mail ***Artemis Fowl was 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.***
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  • 9 From the Nine Worlds: Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard

    Rick Riordan

    eBook (Puffin, Oct. 2, 2018)
    An all-new collection of short stories from the world of Magnus Chase!Travel the Nine Worlds with your favourite characters from the world of Magnus Chase in a brand-new series of adventures.Find out why Amir Fadlan hates clothes shopping in Midgard, see how Mallory Keen learns in icy Niflheim that insulting a dragon can be a good idea, and join Alex Fierro as they play with fire (and a disco sword) in the home of the fire giants, Muspellheim.But watch out for Thor, who is jogging through all Nine Worlds so he can log his million steps - and is raising quite a stink . . .
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  • The Witchโ€™s Warning

    Joseph Delaney

    Paperback (Puffin, May 2, 2019)
    A gloriously spooky horror-fantasy story from Joseph Delaney, the internationally multi-million bestselling author of The Spook's ApprenticeCrafty halted, his heart lurching with fear, his mouth dry. There were bare footprints in the white snow, and each one was smeared with red, as if the owner of those clawed feet had stepped in a puddle of blood . . . Crafty and his friends have already faced dozens of horrifying aberrations during their time as Castle Gate Grubs - assistants to the mysterious guild of Gatemancers, who fight against the terrifying Shole. But the real battle is only just beginning. New and more dangerous aberrations are appearing all the time, and worse yet, it seems someone from within the Castle is helping them attack. And when an old enemy returns to give Crafty a disturbing warning, it seems time might be running out for all of them . . .
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  • Where's Spot? Book & Toy Gift Set

    Eric Hill

    Board book (Puffin, Nov. 7, 2019)
    Join the hunt to find lovable puppy, Spot, in Eric Hill's first ever lift-the-flap tale. Lift each flap to find all sorts of funny animal surprises, before discovering where cheeky Spot has been hiding. This is the perfect first book for toddlers - the playful text is a wonderful spur to read and respond together, and the hide-and-seek flaps encourage curiosity and interactivity.This set includes a board book edition of the bestselling original story, together with a cuddly Spot soft toy - the perfect present for little ones.
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  • Racehorse Who Wouldnt Gallop

    Clare Balding

    Paperback (Puffin, May 18, 2017)
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  • Peter Rabbit 2: Movie Novelisation

    Puffin, Emilia Fox

    Audiobook (Puffin, Jan. 23, 2020)
    Brought to you by Penguin. Peter Rabbit is hopping back into cinemas in spring 2020. Featuring the same star-studded cast, including James Corden (the voice of Peter Rabbit), Domhnall Gleeson (Mr. McGregor) and Rose Byrne (McGregor's animal loving neighbour, Bea). This action-packed chapter book is based on the major new movie, so you can relive the best moments of the film.
  • The Diary of Dennis the Menace: Bash Street Bandit

    Steven Butler

    eBook (Puffin, )
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  • Life Is Fun!

    Nancy Carlson

    Paperback (Puffin, Aug. 1, 1996)
    A heartwarming picture book complemented by bright, full-color illustrations and an amusing text gives young readers whimsical instructions on how to be happy on Earth while providing advice on how to get the most out of life. Reprint.
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