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It's a body-swap blockbuster!
A brand new blockbuster from the million-copy bestselling author of THE PARENT AGENCY and BIRTHDAY BOY…
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Mary Poppins: The Original Bestseller
Discover the joy and wonder of Mary Poppins in the classic adventures in time for the release of the 2018 movie…
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Win a Mary Poppins Afternoon Tea at London's Aqua Shard!
Spit Spot! Discover the joy and wonder of Mary Poppins in the classic adventures, and WIN Mary Poppins Afternoon Tea at the Aqua Shard! More than eighty years since we first met Mary Poppins, this children’s classic is still charming listeners and transporting new fans into the mysterious world of… Read More
Win one of five SIGNED copies of Lauren Child's hilarious new illustrated novel Hubert Horatio!
Child genius Hubert Horatio is back in the latest book from acclaimed Children’s Laureate Lauren Child. Hubert Horatio is an exceptional child; interesting, mature, and very, very clever. He is also quite possibly the most responsible child ever. Perhaps you’re asking yourself just how Hubert came to be such an exceptionally… Read More
Win all five of David Baddiel's hilarious children's books!
Head Kid is the new body-swap blockbuster from million-selling children’s author David Baddiel, author of The Parent Agency and Birthday Boy. Ryan Ward is the naughtiest kid at Bracket Wood School, and the undisputed king of pranks. But even he’s not prepared for what happens when a super-strict new head… Read More
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Free audiobook apps for mobile, iPad, Fire and other devices
Audiobooks are amazing, especially for developing readers. They help with pacing, proper intonation and correct pronunciation whilst immersing children in stories. They are brilliant for reluctant readers too because they don’t provide the barrier of difficult text. Many old recordings are now being revamped with celebrity narrators and amazing music… Read More
How audiobooks can help improve children's literacy
Listen up parents – audiobooks aren’t just a great way to entertain the kids on long journeys; research also shows they’re brilliant in improving your child’s reading skills and a great way to get reluctant readers more immersed in stories. In her article ‘Listen and learn: why audiobooks are great… Read More
"Okay Google, open StoryCastle!"
“Okay Google, open StoryCastle!” HarperCollins Children’s Books UK is proud to present StoryCastle: a children’s audiobooks, voice-activated app on the Google Assistant. StoryCastle is a unique new listening experience for kids and families. Opening StoryCastle leads to a world of magical, classic storytelling and brings the best of our children’s audio… Read More