Non-Fiction
These books cover a multitude of subjects and all are remarkable books. Non-fiction can be a wonderful way in for reluctant readers, for boys and girls who display an interest in a particular area and they can also help adults refresh their skills and memories.
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The Magic of Reality: How we know what's really true
by Richard Dawkins & illustrated by Dave McKeanPublished: 03/10/2011
A stunning collaboration between a world-famous scientist and outstanding illustrator
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In the Sea there are Crocodiles
by Fabio GedaPublished: 01/07/2011
A beautiful, heartbreaking novel based on the true story of an Afghan boy’s journey in search of a home.
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Great Migrations
by Elizabeth CarneyPublished: 01/11/2010
Whales, Wildebeests, Butterflies, Elephants, and Other Amazing Animals on the Move
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Norton, The Loveable Cat Who Travelled the World
by Peter GethersPublished: 01/05/2011
A wonderful real-life story of one man and his cat. For all fans of Marley and Me and Devon, The Naughtiest Dog in the World.
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The One That Got Away - Junior edition
by Chris RyanPublished: 03/01/2011
The couragous, heroic, real-life personal account of Chris Ryan's most famous mission, The One That Got Away, is reworked for a new generation.Some authors just write about it. Chris Ryan has been there, done it and lived to tell the tale.
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Surf For Your Life: Grommets Edition
by Tim Baker And Mick FanningPublished: 01/11/2010
Mick Fanning’s inspirational and fully illustrated tale of overcoming the odds to become two-time world champ
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The Totally True Story of Devon The Naughtiest Dog in the World
by Jon KatzPublished: 03/05/2010
The wonderful real-life story of Devon, the naughty border collie whose tale was the inspiration for Marley and Me. Now published for younger readers for the first time!
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Somme Mud: Young Readers' Edition
by Will DaviesPublished: 01/04/2010
Beautifully presented young readers’ edition of the bestselling memoir of a young soldier on the First World War’s Western Front.
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Jacky Daydream
by Jacqueline WilsonPublished: 01/05/2008
The former UK Children’s Laureate writes about her own childhood and shows where her ideas come from.
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The Dalai Lama Story: The Making Of A World Leader
by Andrew CrowePublished: 01/08/2007
Andrew Crowe’s vivid narration of the Dalai Lama’s early life beautifully captures the spirit and personality of this ‘world leader’, as well as the mystique of the Tibetan ancient culture.
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Over a Thousand Hills, I Walk with You
by Hanna JansenPublished: 02/07/2007
Based on the moving and horrifying true story of a young survivor of the Rwandan Genocide, as told to her adoptive mother.
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