Jacqueline Wilson

The must-have new Victorian novel from bestselling, much-loved children's author, Jacqueline Wilson.Victorian London, 1851. Queen Victoria is on the throne and the Great Exhibition is about to open!Lucy Locket lives with her father, the New Mother and the New Baby. They sent away her beloved Nurse and replaced her with a horrid governess. Lucy desperately wants someone to be kind to her, and to have some fun - there's very little of that in her house.Kitty Fisher is a street performer who earns tin for her supper by tumbling. She has always lived on the street and on her wits, with only the kind Gaffer to help her. But now Gaffer is gone, and Kitty is all alone.When Lucy runs away from home, Kitty shows Lucy how to survive - where to find the best picnic leftovers in the park, and which trees makes the best beds. Lucy learns quickly and shows Kitty her own skills - befriending families to get free meals and singing beautiful melodies for the crowds.But the streets of Victorian London are dangerous and soon the girls find themselves under threat from thieves - and even worse, the Workhouse!

Discover the Magic Faraway Tree and explore the amazing lands it can lead to! An irresistible new story by bestselling author Jacqueline Wilson, set in a much-loved world.Three kids, Milo, Mia and Birdy, are on a countryside holiday when they wander into an Enchanted Wood. Among the whispering leaves, there is a beautiful tree that stands high above the rest. The Magic Faraway Tree is home to remarkable creatures including a fairy called Silky, her best friend Moonface and more. Birdy is delighted to find that fairies are real. Even her older brother and sister are soon won over by the magic of the Faraway Tree and the extraordinary places they discover above it, including the Land of Unicorns. But not every land is so much fun. Danger looms in the Land of Dragons. Will Moonface's magic work in time to save the children?The Magic Faraway Tree by Enid Blyton was Jacqueline Wilson's own favourite book as a young child. Now Britain's favourite contemporary children's author, creator of Hetty Feather and Tracy Beaker, revisits this glorious magical world, weaving a brand-new story perfect for the next generation of young readers. Discover the magic!

GROWING UP. FALLING IN LOVE. COMING OUT.Frankie is nearly fourteen and teenage life certainly comes with its ups and downs. Her mum is seriously ill with MS and Frankie can feel herself growing up quickly, no thanks to Sally and her gang of bullies at school. When Sally turns out to be not-so-mean after all, they strike up a friendship and are suddenly spending all of their time together.But soon Frankie starts to wonder about the feelings she has for Sally. She doesn't want Sally to just be her friend. She wants her to be her girlfriend.But does Sally feel the same?The must-have novel about falling in love for the first time from bestselling, much-loved children's author, Jacqueline Wilson.

Jacqueline Wilson understands the complex interpersonal relationships of teenagers so well and writes with an unparalleled realness and rawness. I loved this book. It was heartbreaking but warm, unflinching yet somehow cosy.Nobody writes like Jacqueline Wilson. Long may she reign! I couldn't get the characters out of my head." - Holly Bourne A heartbreaking, compelling and timely story for older readers about teen pregnancy, family trouble and unlikely friendships, set in 1960. When Laura meets a French exchange student, Leon, she is flattered by his interest in her.She's never had any sort of boyfriend before. One night, Leon walks Laura home - and her life will never be the same again. Things start to change for Laura - first her moods, and then her body.Laura isn't prepared for what she learns next - and doesn't even know how it could have happened. When her family learns her secret, they are horrified. Sent away to save them from shame, Laura meets girls just like herself, whose families have given up on them - and they become a family for each other at the most difficult time in all their lives.An emotional and moving tale for fans of Dear Nobody and Juno. Not suitable for younger readers.

The fantastic new novel from bestselling author Jacqueline Wilson, starring Diamond, the little circus acrobat who first appeared in the hugely popular Hetty Feather books.Diamond wasnt always a star. Born to penniless parents who longed for a strong, healthy son, she was a dainty, delicate daughter - and a bitter disappointment.Discovering an extraordinary gift for acrobatics, Diamond uses her talent to earn a few pennies, but brings shame on her family. When a mysterious, cruel-eyed stranger spots her performing, Diamond is sold - and is taken to become an acrobat at Tanglefields Travelling Circus.The crowds adore Diamond, but life behind the velvet curtains is far from glamorous. Her wicked master forces Diamond to attempt ever more daring tricks, until she is terrified to step into the ring. But there are true friends to be found, too: the gentle Mister Marvel; the kindly Madame Adeline; and the glorious Emerald Star, Tanglefields brand-new ringmaster, and Diamonds heroine.When life at the circus becomes too dangerous to bear any longer, what will the future hold for Diamond? And will her beloved Emerald be a part of it?

Meet Clover Moon, bestselling author Jacqueline Wilsons brilliant and brave new heroine, struggling against the odds in Victorian London to find a new home.Clover Moons imagination is her best escape from a life of hardship in poverty-stricken Victorian London. When tragedy plunges her into a world of grief, Clover realizes that everything she loved about the place she called home is gone. Clover hears of a place she could run to, but where will she find the courage and the chance to break free? And could leaving her family be just what she needs to find a place that really feels like home?Introducing the brilliant and brave new heroine from the wonderful world of the bestselling and award-winning Jacqueline Wilson.

A short, sparky book from best-selling author Jacqueline Wilson. Now with a new cover look and introduction by Jacky."Why don''''t you ever say anything, Lizzie?" said Rory. "It''''s like you''''ve got a zip across your mouth."Lizzie refuses to speak. She doesn''''t want to talk to Rory or Jake, her new stepbrothers, or Sam, their dad or even her mum.She''''s totally fed up at having to join a new family and nothing can coax her into speaking to them. Not football, not pizza, not a new bedroom. That is, until she meets Great-Gran - a member of the new family who is even more stubborn than her and has had a lot more practice!

I''m Tracy Beaker. I''m 10 years old and 2 months. I live in a children''s home. I call it The Dumping Ground. My best friend was Louise but she has gone off with Justine. I don''t care though, I expect my mum will come and get me soon anyway. I never cry. Ever. I''ve done a bit of screaming and stamping in my time mind you... I like eating birthday cake. And any other type of cake. And Smarties and Mars Bars and Big Macs with French fries and strawberry milkshakes. I also like story writing. This is my autobiography. I like that word. There are some really good bits in it. Honest.

Two of Jacqueline Wilson''''s most well-loved stories.Two of Jacqueline Wilson''''s most popular stories together in one fantastic collection.In THE SUITCASE KID, Andy is struggling to cope with her parents'''' divorce: one week with Mum, one week with Dad. But all she wants is to go back to how things were before . . .In THE LOTTIE PROJECT, Charlie invents a Victorian servant girl as part of her school project. Lottie''''s life was very hard, but the two might have more in common that Charlie realised . . .

Hetty Feather has begun a new chapter in her life story. Escaping from Tanglefields Travelling Circus with her dearest friend Diamond, Hetty is determined to find them positions as glamorous music hall artistes.Hetty and Diamond quickly become the Little Stars of Mrs Rubys show, alongside many colourful acts including an old friend from Hettys past, Flirty Bertie. But the Cavalcade proves a dangerous place, and Hetty must fight to protect her darling Diamond, who longs for a normal childhood. Meanwhile, Hetty struggles to understand her feelings for Bertie and for Jem, whom she has never forgotten.

Tilly cant believe it when her best friend Matty is asked to be a bridesmaid. In Tillys favourite daydream, shes wearing the most beautiful bridesmaid dress and walking down the aisle behind a bride. The one wedding shed really love to attend is her own mum and dads - but it seems like that''s never going to happen. So Tilly decides to make her own dream come true, and puts a notice in the local shop, advertising her services as a bridesmaid. And to her amazement, she gets a reply . . .A fabulous, funny and moving story about finding family and friendship in all sorts of places, from the mega-bestselling author of Tracy Beaker, Hetty Feather and Katy.

Two funny, adventurous tales that are perfect for both girls and boys, from the incomparable Jacqueline Wilson.Dip into Jacqueline Wilson''''s Biscuit Barrell - it''''s deliciously funny and full of unexpected treats! In CLIFFHANGER, Tim hates sports, so he''''s dreading a week of action-packed games on an adventure holiday. Luckily, his new friend Biscuits isn''''t very interested in the activities either - except for eating! And the boys return in BURIED ALIVE! for another trip - but this time they''''re in for an adventure of an unexpected kind!

Tina is a triplet, but she''s always been the odd one out. Her sisters Phil and Maddie are bigger and stronger and better at just about everything. Luckily, they look after teeny-tiny Tina wherever they go -- but when the girls start in scary, super-strict Miss Lovejoy''s class, they''re split up, and Tina has to fend for herself for the first time. Tina is horrified when she''s paired up with angry bully Selma, who nobody wants to be friends with. But when Miss Lovejoy asks them to help her create a butterfly garden in the school playground, Tina discovers she doesn''t always need her sisters -- and that there''s a lot more to Selma than first meets the eye.

A fantastic collection of short stories, activities and puzzles all about summer holidays, perfect for any Jacqueline Wilson fan.How are you going to spend your summer holiday? Will you be going on a sunny beach holiday, meeting your friends at the park, or relaxing in the garden with an ice cream? Jacqueline Wilson''''s Happy Holidays is the perfect read for any fan. It''''s packed with brilliant short stories, puzzles, facts and activities all about summer holidays, and includes a very special brand-new story from Jacqueline. Join Tracy, Hetty and all your other favourite characters for the best summer ever!

The brilliant new story from one of the nation''''s best-loved authors, starring her most outspoken, fiery and unforgettable heroine yet: Opal Plumstead, schoolgirl, sweet factory worker and Suffragette.Opal Plumstead might be plain, but she has always been fiercely intelligent. Yet her scholarship and dreams of university are snatched away when her father is sent to prison, and fourteen-year-old Opal must start work at the Fairy Glen sweet factory to support her family.Opal struggles to get along with the other workers, who think her snobby and stuck-up. But Opal idolises Mrs Roberts, the factorys beautiful, dignified owner, who introduces Opal to the legendary Mrs Pankhurst and her fellow Suffragettes. And when Opal meets Morgan - Mrs Roberts handsome son, and the heir to Fairy Glen she believes she has found her soulmate. But the First World War is about to begin, and will change Opal''''s life for ever.The brilliantly gripping new story from the bestselling, award-winning Jacqueline Wilson.

Jump on board the Jacqueline Wilson Double Decker with two fantastic books in one!Double ActRuby and Garnet are ten-year-old twins. They''''re identical, and they do EVERYTHING together, especially since their mother died three years earlier - but they couldn''''t be more different. Bossy, bouncy, funny Ruby loves to take charge, and is desperate to be a famous actress, while quiet, sensitive, academic Garnet loves nothing more than to curl up with one of her favourite books. And when everything around the twins is changing so much, can being a double act work for ever?Bad GirlsShy, mild Mandy has been bullied at school for as long as she can remember. That''''s why she is delighted when cheeky, daring, full-of-fun Tanya picks her as a friend.Mum isn''''t happy - she thinks Tanya''''s a BAD GIRL and a bad influence on her daughter. But Mandy loves spending time with her brilliant new friend, and is sure Tanya can only get her out of trouble, not into it . . . or could she?

A wonderful new tale now in paperback of family life, friendship and cookies from the mega bestselling Jacqueline Wilson.Beauty Cookson is no beauty. Shes a plain, timid girl surrounded by super-confident, snooty girls at school. Worse than the teasing in the playground, though, is the unpredictable criticism from her father. Frequently berated for breaking any of Dads hyper-fussy house rules, as well as for her lack of looks, confidence and friends, Beauty lives in uneasy fear whenever Dads at home. Her pretty, sweet mum is equally subject to Dads tirades. Eventually, after an unbearable birthday party and a very real fear that Dads temper is out of control, Mum and Beauty run away.Very soon Mum and Beauty find themselves in an idyllic seaside resort where their new-found freedom and a moment of culinary inspiration give them a hobby, an income and even a new nickname for Beauty. Soon all Beautys dreams come true and she deserves it! A charming, page-turning and heart-warming story from this beloved author.

A wonderful new story from the bestselling Jacqueline Wilson, told with her usual humour and deft touch.Pearl and Jodie are sisters. Pearl is the quiet, cautious, studious one. Jodie is bold and brash and bad - but Pearl adores her anyway. When their parents get new jobs as the cook and caretaker at a fusty old boarding school, the girls have to move there and spend their summer holidays in the school with just a few children and staff for company. And when they arrive, things start to change. Jodie has always been the leader - but now it''''s Pearl who''''s making new friends, like the amazingly tall, badger-watching Harley and Mrs Wilberforce, the wife of the Head who''''s confined to a wheelchair but introduces Pearl to wonderful new books. Jodie just seems to be getting into more and more trouble - arguing with Mum, scaring the little children, flirting with the gardener...When term begins, their strange summer is over. But things keep on changing. Jodie really doesn''''t fit in with the posh teenagers at the school. But Pearl is doing well in lessons and has even more friends. Maybe she doesn''''t need Jodie as much as she used to. But Jodie needs her. And when the school celebrations of Firework Night come around and a tragic event occurs, Pearl realises quite how much she does need her big sister...

Award-winning, bestselling and beloved Jacqueline Wilson tells the fascinating, moving story of a girl sent away from home as an evacuee during the Second World War.September, 1939. As the Second World War begins, ten-year-old Shirley is sent away on a train with her schoolmates. She doesnt know where shes going, or whats going to happen to her when she gets there. All she has been told is that shes going on a little holiday.Shirley is billeted in the country, with two boys from East End London, Kevin and Archie and their experiences living in the strange, half-empty Red House, with the mysterious and reclusive Mrs Waverley, will change their lives for ever.Award-winning, bestselling and beloved author Jacqueline Wilson turns to this period of history for the first time, in this beautiful, moving story of friendship and bravery against the backdrop of the worst conflict the world has ever known.

This delightful new story features new character Rose Rivers, set in the bestselling and much-loved Victorian world of Hetty Feather.A wonderful new story starring old friends and new from the much-beloved Victorian world of Hetty Feather.Rose Rivers lives in a beautiful house with her artist father, her difficult, fragile mother and her many siblings. She has everything money can buy - beautiful dresses, horse-riding lessons, books - but shes not satisfied. Why cant she be sent away to a good school like her twin brother? Why cant she learn to become a famous artist like her father or his friend Paris Walker. Why is life so unfair for people who were not born rich?When a young girl, Clover Moon, joins the household as a nursemaid to Roses troubled sister Beth, Rose finds a true friend for the first time and she starts to learn more about the world outside. Will Rose finally achieve her dreams? And will she be able to help Clover find her own dream? Beautifully illustrated by Nick Sharratt, Rose Rivers is a brilliant new addition to Hetty Feather''''s world, by the award-winning and bestselling Jacqueline Wilson.