The Fish Detective

The Fish Detective
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Publisher : Pan Macmillan
Total Pages : 337
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ISBN-10 : 9781447270980
ISBN-13 : 1447270983
Rating : 4/5 (80 Downloads)

Synopsis The Fish Detective by : Chris O'Dowd

Successful film and TV star Chris O'Dowd collaborates with friend and fellow screenwriter Nick Vincent Murphy on Moone Boy: The Fish Detective, the second book in this hilarious illustrated series inspired by the Sky TV series they co-wrote. Martin's parents are strapped for cash: it's going to be a budget Christmas this year. So Martin plans to buy his own presents - and attempts, unsuccessfully, to get a job. Padraic puts in a word for him with his Auntie Bridget, who runs the local butcher's shop. But her shop is struggling as the fish shop across the road undercuts her, and Bridget just can't compete. No one knows how the owner, Francie Feeley, does it - especially since he doesn't seem to employ anyone at his fish factory. No one goes in; no one comes out - it's a mystery. Intrigued, Martin decides to go undercover and find out the truth, like a fish-mole - or a fish detective. Martin infiltrates the factory and discovers that Francie is illegally employing a gang of Brazilian fish-gutters. They're a lot of fun and one of them, Fabio, becomes Martin's good friend. But when Martin is exposed as a spy, he has to choose which side he's on. Will Christmas be ruined for the whole of Boyle?

The Blunder Years: Moone Boy 1

The Blunder Years: Moone Boy 1
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Publisher : Macmillan Children's Books
Total Pages : 246
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ISBN-10 : 9781743535400
ISBN-13 : 1743535406
Rating : 4/5 (00 Downloads)

Synopsis The Blunder Years: Moone Boy 1 by : Chris O'Dowd

"A highly enjoyable and amusing read." The Guardian Successful film and TV star, Chris O' Dowd, collaborates with friend and screenwriter Nick Vincent Murphy in this hilarious, illustrated series. Martin Moone is eleven and completely fed up with being the only boy in a family of girls. He's desperate for a decent wingman to help him navigate his idiotic life. So when best mate Padraic suggests Martin get an imaginary friend - or 'IF' for short - he decides to give it a go. His first attempt is Loopy Lou, a hyperactive goofball who loves writing rubbish rap songs. But Martin soon gets fed up with Lou's loopiness and decides to trade in his IF for someone a little less wacky. Enter Sean 'Caution' Murphy, an imaginary office clerk in a bad suit with a passion for laziness and a head full of dodgy jokes. Sean is full of tips and tricks to guide Martin through the perils of the playground, from dealing with his sisters' pranks to beating the bullying Bonner boys. But getting rid of Lou is not that easy, and having TWO imaginary friends is a recipe for trouble! PRAISE FOR THE MOONE BOY SERIES "Clever premise . . . This story should keep its target audience of pre-pubescent boys giggling." Kirkus Reviews "The wacky doodles and preteen humor (think fart jokes) make this an entertaining read for the middle-grade boy set." Booklist

The Imaginary

The Imaginary
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Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages : 216
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ISBN-10 : 9781408850176
ISBN-13 : 1408850176
Rating : 4/5 (76 Downloads)

Synopsis The Imaginary by : A.F. Harrold

Rudger is Amanda's best friend. He doesn't exist, but nobody's perfect. Only Amanda can see her imaginary friend – until the sinister Mr Bunting arrives at Amanda's door. Mr Bunting hunts imaginaries. Rumour says that he eats them. And he's sniffed out Rudger. Soon Rudger is alone, and running for his imaginary life. But can a boy who isn't there survive without a friend to dream him up? A brilliantly funny, scary and moving read from the unique imagination of A.F. Harrold, this beautiful book is astoundingly illustrated with integrated art and colour spreads by the award-winning Emily Gravett.

Ruby's New Home

Ruby's New Home
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Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Total Pages : 36
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781442435155
ISBN-13 : 1442435151
Rating : 4/5 (55 Downloads)

Synopsis Ruby's New Home by : Tony Dungy

When mom and dad bring home a new puppy, everyone is so excited! All the kids love Ruby. But who gets to walk Ruby? Who gets to play with Ruby? Who gets to brush Ruby? In this sweet story, the Dungy children learn to stop saying, “Ruby is my dog,” and say instead, “Ruby is our dog!” A charming book which teaches the importance of sharing in a sweet and humorous way.

Kid Normal: Kid Normal 1

Kid Normal: Kid Normal 1
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Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages : 288
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781681199535
ISBN-13 : 168119953X
Rating : 4/5 (35 Downloads)

Synopsis Kid Normal: Kid Normal 1 by : Greg James

For fans of Stuart Gibbs comes a hilarious, illustrated middle-grade adventure debut about a superhero with no superpowers. “Should appeal to readers who enjoy the Captain Underpants and Wimpy Kid series.” - School Library Connection When Murph Cooper begins his new school several weeks into the year, he can't help but feel a bit out of his depth. And it's not because he's worried about where to sit, making friends, and fitting in. It's because his mom has accidentally enrolled him at a school for superheroes. And unlike his fellow students, who can control the weather or fly or conjure tiny horses from thin air, Murph has no special abilities whatsoever. But Murph's totally normal abilities might just be what the world needs. Because not far away is a great big bad guy who is half man and half wasp, and his mind is abuzz with evil plans . . . and when he comes after the best and the brightest, it's up to Murph to be the real hero. With black-and-white illustrations throughout, this laugh-out-loud story proves that heroes come in all shapes and sizes.

New English Canaan of Thomas Morton

New English Canaan of Thomas Morton
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 408
Release :
ISBN-10 : UCSD:31822017329640
ISBN-13 :
Rating : 4/5 (40 Downloads)

Synopsis New English Canaan of Thomas Morton by : Thomas Morton

The Turbulent Term of Tyke Tiler

The Turbulent Term of Tyke Tiler
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Publisher : Faber & Faber Children's Books
Total Pages : 160
Release :
ISBN-10 : 0571313914
ISBN-13 : 9780571313914
Rating : 4/5 (14 Downloads)

Synopsis The Turbulent Term of Tyke Tiler by : Gene Kemp

Tyke Tiler is very fond of jokes, that's why there are so many in this story. Tyke is also fond of Danny Price, who is not too bright and depends a lot on his friend. Together Tyke and Danny are double trouble.

The Queer, the Quaint, the Quizzical

The Queer, the Quaint, the Quizzical
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 376
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ISBN-10 : UIUC:30112000008828
ISBN-13 :
Rating : 4/5 (28 Downloads)

Synopsis The Queer, the Quaint, the Quizzical by : Francis Henry Stauffer

The Boy Whose Wishes Came True

The Boy Whose Wishes Came True
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 0702300861
ISBN-13 : 9780702300868
Rating : 4/5 (61 Downloads)

Synopsis The Boy Whose Wishes Came True by : Helen Rutter

10 year old Archie Crumb is having a tough time. Picked-on at school, picked last for any team, his dad has a new wife and little daughter and not much time for Archie, and his mum is struggling. But things start looking up when Archie comes off his bike, bumps his head, and literally sees stars...

Confessions of an Imaginary Friend

Confessions of an Imaginary Friend
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Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Total Pages : 178
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781471145513
ISBN-13 : 1471145514
Rating : 4/5 (13 Downloads)

Synopsis Confessions of an Imaginary Friend by : Michelle Cuevas

Jacques Papier thinks that everyone hates him. After all, teachers ignore him when he raises his hand in class, nobody ever picks him for sports teams, and his sister, Fleur, keeps having to remind their parents to set a place for him at the dinner table. But then Jacques discovers an uncomfortable truth: He is NOT Fleur's brother; he's her imaginary friend! And so begins Jacques' quest for identity … what do you do when you realise that the only reason you exist is because of someone else's imagination? The whimsical "autobiography" of an imaginary friend who doesn't know he's imaginary - perfect for fans of Toy Story, The Imaginary and Moone Boy.