Adventure Fiction

A dark, pacy and atmospheric journey of self-discovery from a debut author and performance poet. Tess lives in the "turns", a network of tunnels under the River Tees, with her...

A life-affirming story about friendship, adventure and self-belief, from the award-winning author of The Bubble Boy . Perfect for fans of Louis Sachar's Holes and Elle McNicoll's A Kind of...

Sure, it looks like an ordinary book. But it's not. In this book, the pirates could actually end your adventure! You see, in this book YOU are the main character...

Are we alone in the universe? The History Hunter examines an unexplained disappearance to find out. In 1978, a young pilot vanishes during a routine flight over a notorious stretch...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES! Big Nate delights middle grade readers with stories of mischief and misadventure in these new full-color comic strips featuring sixth grader Nate Wright and friends...

A story of friendship to treasure this Christmas . . . From the bestselling author of A DOG CALLED HOMELESS, this is the perfect Christmas gift for fans of Michael...

Return to the forest where anything can happen. Party Animals is the unmissable fourth book in Nadia Shireen's bestselling and wildly funny illustrated comedy adventure series, Grimwood! 'Our finest children's...

From the most exciting new voice in children's fiction comes a spectacular adventure combining the writing power and immersive world-building of Philip Pullman and the page-turning kid-appeal of Skandar and...

Delve into some of Australian history's most baffling mysteries! On September 7, 1936, the last captive Tasmanian tiger dies alone and neglected in a Hobart zoo. Since then many people...

Million-copy bestseller David Walliams' funniest book yet - a laugh-out-loud tale of the most blundering and lovable family in history. This paperback edition includes a hilarious NEW STORY. Meet the...

Embark on an epic journey, in the jaw-dropping adventure to the bestselling and highly acclaimed Wolf Road , based on real archaeological discoveries, from award-winning historian and television presenter, Alice...

From acclaimed fantasy author Mindee Arnett comes an epic, adventurous story of a young mercenary magic-user trying to escape the oppressive island of Riven - and a young noblewoman trying...

Jean Sylvester's life is falling apart. Friendships, family, love-it's all drama and none of it good. On top of that, she's moving into a house she hates. But something Jean...

'EXCELLENT,' says the bard. 'It's probably a good idea for you to know about him.' 'Wait . . . him? Who's him?' said Rue. 'Uki,' says the bard. 'Uki Patchwork....

The bard is captured by the bonedancers and taken to their temple where he has to retell the tale that earned him a contract on his life. The story of...

Charlie witnesses a murder at his next-door neighbor Lizzie Borden's house, but will anyone believe what he saw For fans of I Survived and Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales but with...

Join April Wood on a thrilling Arctic adventure set in the world of the THE LAST BEAR, FINDING BEAR and THE LONE HUSKY. August Wood lives in the far north...

The third in a magical illustrated new young fiction series for children aged 7-9 from best-selling author and illustrator, Laura Ellen Anderson! "A hugely imaginative world with stunning illustrations" -...

A gentle, character rich and atmospheric novel about family, friendship and facing fears. Going on your mum's honeymoon trip, to your new step-dad's grandmother's house, isn't Jamie's idea of a...

Lizzie is lucky. Her dad refuses to fight in the war unlike the other dads in her street. 'I won't kill anyone,' he says.'War is wrong.' But she knows that...

"An absolute winner-sharp, suspenseful, and so much fun." Karen M. McManus, #1 New York Times bestselling author of One of Us Is Lying An unforgettable YA murder mystery from Marissa...

When the ghosts of two young children start to haunt a local school, trainee ghost hunters Eve, Clovis and Tom are invited to help investigate the case. But before long...

A Wild West-set graphic novel for young readers who love crime fighting, gutsy girls - and dinosaurs! Perfect for fans of the Hilda and Lumberjanes series. In the town of...

In The Witching Hours, Anna and Max travel the world with their father, the Professor - but their real adventures take place in the dangerous underworld of dark fairies, where...

From Newbery Honor-winner Margi Preus, a gripping middle-grade fantasy about a girl who must save the children of her world from being "windswept" In Tag's world, children under the age...

At the Magic Pet Shop , adorable magical animals need help! Luckily, Princess Ava and Pugicorn are always ready to lend a hand. Princess Ava loves Mrs Paws' Magic Pet...

When his best friend Tom is abducted, Alex Rider is given an ultimatum by Nightshade - a sinister cult of assassins with a score to settle. But what twisted evil...

If you love a good story, then look no further. Oxford Children's Classics bring together the most unforgettable stories ever told. They're books to treasure and return to again and...

Danny Watts' grandfather, Fergus, was a Deniable Operator in the SAS before he was betrayed, imprisoned, and falsely denounced as a traitor. Now Fergus has escaped, but the real traitor...

Do YOU have what it takes to win the Race? 'You'll LOVE racing to Imagination Island!' MAZ EVANS 'Joyful!' JENNY MCLACHLAN 'Riotously fun!' HANNAH GOLD Our hero Luca is back...

SHORTLISTED FOR THE WATERSTONES CHILDREN'S BOOK PRIZE 2026 "A gripping, vivid magical action adventure." Louie Stowell, author of Loki "Phenomenal!" Sophie Anderson, author of The House With Chicken Legs Ancient...

Billy's feeling worried about the Easter Hat Parade. Will everyone laugh at him in his hat? Meanwhile the Mini Monsters are hoping that Easter will bring a visit from the...

Spend time with Ash Barty on her dream holiday! From the bestselling creators of the Little Ash series, Ash Barty, Jasmin McGaughey and Jade Goodwin. Every sizzling summer, my family...

A NEW illustrated adventure series created by Australian Cricket Captain Pat Cummins, Dave Hartley and Serena Geddes! I'm Pat Cummins and I love playing cricket. I love it so much...

Winner of the Carnegie Medal, Tamar is Mal Peet's astonishing novel about love, lies and secrets in a time of war. Mal Peet's Carnegie Medal-winning novel. When her grandfather dies,...

Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the international bestselling Spiderwick Chronicles with the fourth instalment in the adventures of the Grace children. First a pack of vile, smelly goblins snatch Simon...

In this charming middle grade graphic novel, orphan twins Elliot and Liza find themselves taking on a series of mysterious raven quests in order to make money and survive-only for...

Meet Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timothy. Together they are THE FAMOUS FIVE - Enid Blyton's most popular adventure series. All 21 titles also available as audiobooks! In book six,...

The launch of a brand-new arc in Erin Hunter's #1 bestselling Warriors series find the Clans navigating an ominous prophecy that foreshadows the destruction of the Moonpool, and the end...

There's a new truck on the road and he goes fast- turbo fast; from New York Times bestselling author Jean Reagan comes a social-emotional picture book about slowing down and...

The kingdom has been breached. Beware The Griefer! With middle school starting, Lam Dang is officially ready for a change. He loves to play Minecraft, embarking on epic builds with...

Discover new friends, locations and stories in this year's Pokemon Annual! Farshore are the #1 annuals publisher in the UK (Bookscan TCM 2023) The new Pokemon Annual 2026 introduces fans...

Award-winning Hilary McKay brings the childhood of Victorian heroine Grace Darling to life in this heartfelt reimagining of her life up to and including the Forfarshire shipwreck. Despite her fear...

** ONE OF AMAZON'S TOP 10 BOOKS OF 2025!** SKANDAR MEETS OLIVER TWIST IN THIS BLOCKBUSTING NEW MIDDLE GRADE ADVENTURE SERIES! "Top marks" Observer "Utterly fabulous" ALEXANDER ARMSTRONG "The real...

Search for Eevee and friends as you travel across the regions in this ultimate Pokemon search and find! Are you a Pokemon Go fan? This book is the ultimate screen-free...

The first book in a hilarious new diary format series from Ross Welford, the bestselling author of Time Travelling with a Hamster. 'Great fun.' - The Observer Prince Kalimonka Evergreen...

If you enjoyed A Minecraft Movie , you'll love this series! The gang are off on another adventure to find the next missing piece of the Evoker King. What they...