Dyan Sheldon Livres

Lily's grandmother tells her all about the mysterious whales out in the bay, and Lily longs to hear their magical song.This stunning, award-winning picture book has been refreshed and redesigned in a new edition, making it perfect for a new generation to share and fall in love with.

A brilliant detective emerges to challenge the legendary Sherlock Holmes, bringing a fresh perspective to crime-solving. This new protagonist navigates a world of intricate mysteries, showcasing unique skills and insights that set them apart. The narrative intertwines suspense and wit, inviting readers into a captivating realm of deduction and intrigue. As this detective tackles complex cases, the story explores themes of rivalry, intellect, and the evolution of detective work in a thrilling manner.

Another breath-takingly beautiful masterpiece from the creators of the bestselling, Kate Greenaway Medal winner, The Whales' Song. When a king discovers that there are still singing moon dragons high up on the mountainside, he offers a room full of gold to anyone who can bring one to him. The beautiful dancing dragons only reveal themselves to Alina, a young peasant girl, but she preserves the secret of their whereabouts, knowing that there are some things far more precious than a room full of gold.

Paloma Rose is 16 years old and the star of one of the most popular TV shows ever. She has millions of fans and is the face of a hugely successful merchandising empire. But having had too much too young, Paloma is growing into a notorious brat and beginning to behave really badly: inappropriate boyfriends, drunken incidents, suggestive photos on the internet. The resulting bad publicity could mean the end of the show and with that the end of the lavish lifestyles her family - and her agent - have grown accustomed to. Then her agent bumps into 16 year old Oona Giness in a coffee shop and, struck by the resemblance, decides to switch Oona for Paloma and trick the wayward brat into going off to a boot camp in the desert which he hopes will sort her out.

One of an innovative new series of linked stories designed to build reader confidence. When a strange old lady offers her a necklace, Mona realizes that the magic item will grant her every wish. That night she dreams about all the things she has ever wanted, and wakes to find them all crowding her room.

This volume features two amusing diaries by Dyan Sheldon, known for her best-selling work. The narratives promise a blend of humor and relatable teenage experiences, showcasing the ups and downs of adolescence through engaging storytelling. Readers can expect to be entertained by the witty insights and antics of the characters, making it a delightful read for fans of young adult fiction.

Janet's summer takes a turn for the worse after exams as her mother starts dating a new boyfriend with troublesome daughters. She faces pressure to find a summer job while dealing with a lovesick dad, a best friend infatuated with an Australian, and a pregnant lesbian aunt.

Our Drama Queen is back and still battling with Dellwood's most popular teenager, Carla Santini - this time for a walk-on part in a Hollywood film!With school finishing for good, Lola vows to end her long-running rivalry with Carla Santini and concentrate on her future career in theatre. But then a Hollywood film crew comes to Dellwood to make a film and Carla gets a walk-on part. Refusing to let Carla have the last laugh, Lola embarks on a number of madcap schemes to get herself noticed by the director (including sneaking into his hotel room and hiding in his closet!). Her boyfriend Sam and best friend Ella are getting seriously tired of her antics - but Lola can't give up until she's landed herself a part and wiped the self-satisfied smile off Carla's face once and for all. A fast-paced, nutty comedy sequel to Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen.

There is only room for one drama queen - which one will take centre stage?When Lola moves from New York City to boring Dellwood - "Deadwood" - Falls she thinks her life is over. But she soon discovers a way to shake things up - and it involves taking on the high school's biggest bully, getting the lead in the school play, not to mention crashing a rock star's party! Set in an American high school, this is a fast and funny account of the rivalry between Carla, the resident drama queen, and the newcomer, Lola, by a best-selling author.