Millicent and Meer

Millicent and Meer by Richard Byrne
One day a large wooden box falls into Millicent's garden. Inside is a creature who doesn't know who he is or how he got there. After reading a label on the box, Millicent discovers that the creature is a cat named Meer. Millicent is very excited because she always wanted a cat. But Millicent soon discovers that Meer does some very un-cat like things. After some help from Marvin the cat, Meer learns something very important about himself. Boys and girls will love being in the know about Meer's true identity in this funny story about friendship and family.
Age range: 2-5 £5.99 Paperback

Claude in the City

Claude in the City by Alex T. Smith
Claude is no ordinary dog. He wears a beret and a lovely red jumper. When Mr and Mrs Shinyshoes leave for the day, Claude and his friend, Sir Bobblysock (a sock), go on adventures. They go to a beret shop, to a museum, and to a hospital. Claude even saves the day by stopping a burglary! The black, white, and red illustrations give this book a unique, retro feel. Boys and girls will enjoy reading about such a loveable character.
Age range: 5-7 £4.99 Paperback

Sisters Red

Sisters Red by Jackson Pearce
A red cape billowing in the night breeze, a flick of hair to release the sweet smell of perfume . . . Scarlett and Rosie March know exactly how to lure the werewolves terrorising the girls in their town. They've had first-hand experience with the wolves; Scarlett has the scars to prove it. While Scarlett is happy to devote her life to slaying the beasts that lurk in the night, Rosie isn't so sure, especially when Silas comes back to town. But Silas' return sets off a chain of events that will change all of their lives forever. This new spin on a classic fairy tale will intrigue and delight teenage readers, especially girls who love paranormal romance.
Age range: Teen £6.99 Paperback

Tales from Witchway Wood: Crash 'N' Bang

Tales from Witchway Wood: Crash 'N' Bang by Kaye Umansky
Fans of the Pongwiffy series will love this new book by Kaye Umansky. Filth the Fiend, O'Brian the Lephrechaun and Arthur the Dragon love playing their crash 'n' bang music. After they get themselves a manager and a new lead singer, they decide to enter the Battle of the Bands competition. Unfortunately, with a manager who doesn't really know what he's doing and a Fairy determined to make O'Brian's life miserable, things don't turn out as the band members planned. Will they be able to defeat the competition? Boys and girls will enjoy this hilarious new story.
Age range: 8-11 £5.99 Paperback

Rollo and Ruff

Rollo and Ruff by Mick Inkpen
Rollo notices one day that bits of his favourite mat and his red ball are all over the yard; the only clues to this mystery are a pair of wet footprints and a stinky smell.

Rollo and Little Fluffy Bird find the culprit —Ruff the mouse, who survives on eating oozy, slimy, furry bits of food. The two take pity on sorry little Ruff and befriend him. Using what they have to hand, they come up with a great plan to help Ruff and put a smile on his face.

This heart-warming tale of friendship went down very well in storytime this week with both children and parents! Classic Mick Inkpen! He never fails.
Age range: 3-6yrs £10.99 Hardback

Long Lankin

Long Lankin by Lindsey Barraclough
Local author, Lindsey Barraclough, weaves a tale of suspense and fear in this spine-chilling new novel. Mimi and Cora are sent to live in a small village with their Auntie Ida, but it's clear that Auntie Ida doesn't want the girls around. With the help of two boys from the village, Roger and Peter, Cora soon discovers that a dark mystery surrounds Auntie Ida and her home, Guerdon Hall. Vanishing figures in the cemetary and whispering voices in the house warn Cora of an evil presence reawakening. Will Cora be able to prevent the past from repeating itself? Older readers who enjoy being scared will love this new novel.
Age range: 12+ £10.99 Hardback

Department 19

Department 19 by Will Hill

You might think you've had enough vampire novels to last you an eternity, but we urge you to think again! Will Hill has managed to come up with a book that is so original, fast-paced and thrilling that you'll literally be on the edge of your seat!

Without giving too much away, we can tell you that Department 19 is the official government department which has been protecting us mere mortals from supernatural threats ever since Van Helsing defeated Dracula. Everything Bram Stoker wrote was true, and teenager Jamie Carpenter is about to discover just how dangerous vampires really are. Forget the garlic though, these creatures are tougher than that, and Department 19 is at the cutting edge of high-tech weaponry.

Department 19 is definitely a book for teens - it's fairly bloody, but it's equally excellent for boys and girls, and would be just the thing for a reluctant teen to get their teeth into.

Age Range: Teen/Young Adult. £12.99. Hardback.