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Bliss... by Karen McCombie
Category: Children's
Molly's sure this summer is destined to be the best ever. Great mates, great boyfriend, great holiday - what could possibly go wrong? But as Molly's about to discover, fate has a few surprises in store. This book is written by the author of "Stella Etc." and "Ally's World".
Boys, Brothers and Jelly-belly Dancing by Karen McCombie
Category: Fiction | Series: Ally's World S.
While dealing with the trauma and deep, deep shame of being dragged to a belly dancing class by Rowan, Ally also has to deal with unexplained, jealous type feelings to do with Billy, who has asked for her help in finding a date.
Butterflies, Bullies and Bad, Bad Habits by Karen McCombie
Category: Fiction | Series: Ally's World S.
Ally's worried about money. Or rather the lack of it. Her big sister Linn has got a Saturday job, but Ally's too young to work. Unless of course she lies about her age and goes for that job in the card shop down the road. Even if it is run by a wig-wearing crazy woman who sings all day.
Candy Girl (Dyslexia Friendly) by Karen McCombie
Category: Middle Readers
Dixie's landed a dream work experience placement at Candy magazine. But rather than interviewing celebs and mingling with models, Dixie spends all her time making tea! And then the problem page editor makes her read all the letters from readers. Worse still, Dixie finds a letter from her own sister. Wha ...Show more
Catching Falling Stars by Karen McCombie
Category: Children's Classic Fiction
It's 1940. Gloria and her little brother have been evacuated to the countryside to get away from the dangers of the Blitz in London. But their new home isn't as friendly as they'd hoped. The woman they're living with, Miss Saunders, is strict, severe and an outcast in the village. And the local children ...Show more
Crushes, Cliques and the Cool School Trip by Karen McCombie
Category: Fiction | Series: Ally's World S.
Ally was sort of looking forward to her week away on the geography field trip. But how much fun is she going to have with Feargal O' (ex-not-quite-boyfriend) Leary plus his obnoxious mates bugging her the whole time, together with Sandie's homesickness for Billy (aka "Baby Bear" - bleurgh)? Thank goodne ...Show more
Daisy, Dad and the Huge, Small Surprise by Karen McCombie
Category: Fiction | Series: Ally's World S.
Ally knows love makes you do funny stuff, but it doesn't really explain Grandma's behaviour. Sure, she's got a lot on her mind with the wedding in just a few weeks, but Ally keeps overhearing whispered conversations on the phone and Grandma's being extremely secretive. What is going on?
Dates, Double Dates and Big, Big Trouble by Karen McCombie
Category: Fiction | Series: Ally's World S.
Why is it that Ally's only romantic experience amounts to a burping-in-mouth experience with Keith Brownlow? Kyra's only been in Crouch End two seconds and she's already got a boyfriend. But maybe her fortunes will change on a double date with Kyra, Ricardo and Ricardo's mate. Paperback
Deep Joy, or Something Like it (Sadie Rocks #2) by McCombie, Karen
Category: Children's Fiction | Series: Sadie Rocks
Attack of the cheesy grins! Naff dance-routines, corny tunes and Psychedelic shorts galore - yep, having a brother in a boy-band is big time cringey. Still, Sadie can't help wondering ...what would life be like if she was the centre of attention?
Fagin's Girl by Karen McCombie
Category: Children's Classic Fiction
Fagin's infamous gang comes to life once again in this exciting Oliver Twist-inspired adventure from bestselling author Karen McCombie.
Girl Who Wasn't There by Karen McCombie
Category: Young Adult Fiction
A brand new story of friendship and ghostly mystery from one of the best-loved UK writers for girls. Maisie Hart's dad has a new job as live-in caretaker of a Victorian secondary school. Finding it hard to make friends, things change when Maisie tells her new classmates about something strange she saw t ...Show more
Granny's Little Monsters by Karen McCombie
Category: Children's Classic Fiction
Granny's hunt for the perfect pet brings some unexpected results in this goofy adventure of family, mudlarking and mayhem.