New Releases by Julie Sykes

Meet Luna Grace the girl from outer space! A delightful new series for young readers, about being yourself and dealing with your emotions. Luna Grace and her family arrive on Earth at midnight. Luna is from Starbright, a colourful planet in another galaxy, and they have come to Earth to study its wonderful wildlife. The mission is simple - Luna and her family need to fit in with their new neighbours down on Earth. But fitting in is hard to do when your hair changes colour depending how you feel, you can move things with your mind and you have a mischievous moon cat called Twizzle! Luna is determined to try her best, but as she embarks on her first day at school, things get cosmically out of control! What can Luna do to make herself like her new classmates? Or will she find the courage to be different? An astronomical new series for young readers, filled with colourful illustrations, that will delight young fans of ISADORA MOON and HOTEL FLAMINGO!

Mermazing action-packed underwater adventures for young readers. Beautifully illustrated throughout and with a glittery cover! From the authors and illustrator of the bestselling Unicorn Academy series. Hidden deep beneath the waves is Mermaid Academy, a magical school where mermaids are paired with their very own dolphin and must discover their unique mermaid magic, with plenty of adventure along the way! When Serena discovers an old map hidden in the library, she''s excited to find out more about the lost ocean and its ancient magic. But on their very first field trip, Serena and her favourite dolphin Opal lose sight of their friends and realise they are lost. Will Serena''s new magic be strong enough to help them find a way back? Mermaid Academy is the perfect series for 7+ readers who love magic and adventure. Look out for more titles! Isla and Bubble , Cora and Sparkle, Maya and Rainbow, Amber and Flash, Millie and Storm, Harper and Splash, Lyla and Charm and Aurora and Jewel

What would be your mermaid magic? From the creators of the New York Times bestselling Unicorn Academy series comes an all new underwater adventure, where every mermaid bonds with a dolphin and finds their mermaid magic! Maya is excited to go on a research trip with her class and her dolphin, Rainbow, but things don''t go to plan when she gets separated from her friends. Maya loves studying at Mermaid Academy. She just wishes her new friends and her playful dolphin, Rainbow, would take school seriously too. How will she and Rainbow bond if they have nothing in common? Luckily, her class is going on a field trip and it could be the perfect time to get closer to her dolphin and find her mermaid magic! But then she and Rainbow get lost. Can Maya and Rainbow work together and find their way back to their friends? Don''t miss any books in this mer-mazing series! #1: Isla and Bubble #2: Cora and Sparkle #3: Maya and Rainbow

What would be your mermaid magic? From the creators of the New York Times bestselling Unicorn Academy series comes an all new underwater adventure, where every mermaid bonds with a dolphin and finds their mermaid magic! Isla can’t wait to go to Mermaid Academy, where she''ll make a dolphin best friend and learn all about her mermaid magic! But before she can be paired with her dolphin, she and her new roommates must compete in a scavenger hunt. Luckily, they''re joined by Bubble, a fun-loving dolphin who is always up for adventure! But when the two find themselves stuck in some deep water, can Isla and Bubble find their magic in time? Don''t miss any books in this mer-mazing series! #1: Isla and Bubble #2: Cora and Sparkle #3: Maya and Rainbow #4: Amber and Flash

What would be your mermaid magic? From the creators of the New York Times bestselling Unicorn Academy series comes an all new underwater adventure, where every mermaid bonds with a dolphin and finds their mermaid magic! Cora loves being at Mermaid Academy, and with her dolphin best friend, Sparkle! The only thing that would make it better is if she was in the same dorm as her twin sister, Isobel. Cora really wants to spend more time with Isobel but she seems more interested in her new friends. Luckily, Sparkle is always there to make Cora feel special! But then she and Sparkle spot a creature stealing jewels from the school''s coral wall. Can Cora find the courage to swim out on her own? Don''t miss any books in this mer-mazing series! #1: Isla and Bubble #2: Cora and Sparkle #3: Maya and Rainbow #4: Amber and Flash

Mermazing action-packed underwater adventures for young readers. Beautifully illustrated throughout and with a glittery cover! From the authors and illustrator of the bestselling Unicorn Academy series. Hidden deep beneath the waves is Mermaid Academy, a magical school where mermaids are paired with their very own dolphin and must discover their unique mermaid magic, with plenty of adventure along the way! Impulsive Harper has a smaller tail than most mermaids but encouraged by her dolphin, Splash, she''s always up for an adventure. When a search for an ancient turtle leads to the Mangrove Swamps, Harper and Splash''s actions put everyone in extreme danger. Can they work together to save themselves and their friends? Mermaid Academy is the perfect series for 7+ readers who love magic and adventure. Look out for more titles! Isla and Bubble , Cora and Sparkle and Maya and Rainbow, Amber and Flash and Millie and Storm.

FROM THE CREATOR OF UNICORN ACADEMY, NOW ON NETFLIX! Welcome to Starlight Palace! There''s great excitement in the palace. The Queen is having a baby! Princess Katie and her best friend Becky are busy helping to prepare for the new arrival. Ruby, the silver and white kitten, is desperate to help too, but her efforts keep landing her in trouble! When Princess Katie and Becky go to find her, she''s nowhere to be found. Where could the mischievous little kitten have got to? With short chapters, black-and-white illustrations and fabulous facts about kitten care. "An adorable series for youngsters just moving on to chapter books" Lancashire Evening Post COLLECT THEM ALL! There are five fabulous adventures for fans of Princess Katie and her kittens to enjoy.

Dive into magic with Mermaid Academy! Beautifully illustrated, action-packed underwater adventures for young readers.

Ivy is having the best time at Unicorn Academy. She loves hanging out with her friends and especially her brave and adventurous unicorn, Flame. Bravery comes in handy when you''re looking for treasure. But then Flame''s new magic begins to cause trouble. Can Ivy help Flame master his new powers?

WELCOME TO STARLIGHT PALACE! Princess Katie is excited about her winter holiday in the snowy mountains, but she''s going to miss the kittens. Then Katie discovers that Suki sneaked into her luggage and has come along for an adventure! But being a small kitten in an unfamiliar place is very tricky and Suki finds that she''s got lost. Can Katie and Becky find the kitten before night falls? Short chapters, black and white illustrations and fabulous facts about kitten care make these the perfect choice for newly confident readers. COLLECT THEM ALL! Princess Katie and her kittens are back in: PIXIE AT THE PALACE - BELLA AT THE BALL - POPPY AND THE PRINCE - RUBY AND THE ROYAL BABY

What could make Unicorn Island even more magical? Hidden treasure! Continue the magic in this Unicorn Academy series, where students and their unicorn best friends race to find treasure! Follow the clues, solve the riddles, and find the hidden treasure in this spin-off of the wildly popular Unicorn Academy series! Sienna loves being the star of the show while her unicorn, Sparkle, is a bit more laid-back. But together, they make a great team! With the help of their friends, they’ve found the final piece of the mysterious treasure map, and are so close to finding the treasure hidden somewhere on school grounds. But there are others who also want the treasure, and will do anything to find it first! Can Sienna help Sparkle find his magic—and the treasure—before it''s too late? Collect all of the Unicorn Academy Treasure Hunt books! #1 Lyra and Misty #2 Evie and Sunshine #3 Ivy and Flame #4 Sienna and Sparkle

The fourth story in an illustrated magical adventure series from the bestselling author of the Unicorn Academy, brimming with drama and an environmental theme. The Keepers are a secretive tribe of little people who live in the middle of Whispering Woods, caring for the countryside and rewilding it when humans (or Ruffins as they know them) are careless with it. On their very first venture into the Big Outside as fully trained Keepers, Cora and Jax come across a barn owl caught in a tree by a discarded fishing line . Determined to help free it, Jax climbs on to the owl''s back to loosen the line but the owl takes to the air - with Jax on board. Will Cora ever see him again? This breathtakingly exciting story is a superb addition to this magical series, perfect for 6-8 year olds combining animal rescue, nature conservation and exciting adventure.

Mermazing action-packed underwater adventures for young readers. Beautifully illustrated throughout and with a glittery cover! From the authors and illustrator of the bestselling Unicorn Academy series. Hidden deep beneath the waves is Mermaid Academy, a magical school where mermaids are paired with their very own dolphin and must discover their unique mermaid magic, with plenty of adventure along the way! Impulsive Isla isn''t afraid of breaking a few rules to win the school treasure hunt and her dolphin, Bubble, is always up for a dare. But the seas surrounding the academy are swirling with magic, and soon Isla and Bubble find themselves in very deep water... Mermaid Academy is the perfect series for 7+ readers who love magic and adventure. Look out for more titles! Cora and Sparkle and Maya and Rainbow

WELCOME TO STARLIGHT PALACE! Princess Katie''s greatest wish is to have a kitten of her own to care for. So when she discovers a litter of kittens in the forest, it''s a dream come true! But back at the palace she realises that one of the kittens is missing . . . Can Katie and her best friend Becky find Pixie and bring her to safety? Short chapters, black and white illustrations and fabulous facts about kitten care make these the perfect choice for newly confident readers. COLLECT THEM ALL! Princess Katie and her kittens are back in: BELLA AT THE BALL - SUKI IN THE SNOW - POPPY AND THE PRINCE - RUBY AND THE ROYAL BABY

The third wonderful story in the illustrated magical adventure series with a powerful environmental message from the bestselling author of the Unicorn Academy. The Keepers are secretive little people who live in the middle of Whispering Wood, caring for nature and rewilding it when humans (or Ruffins as they call them) are careless with it. Young Keepers Cora and Jax are looking forward to the Moonlight Party raft race to celebrate Grandmother Sky''s birthday - with their friend Trix''s help, they have built a special raft. But at the same time they are beginning to wonder if they''ll ever become fully trained Keepers, despite all their rewilding efforts. Then, after an exciting expedition into Ruffin territory to build a bug hotel and salvage supermarket food waste, they come across a young otter stranded in the stream that runs through the Hidden Middle of Whispering Wood. Suddenly the raft has a much more important role than Cora ever imagined. Combining animal rescue, nature conservation and adventure, this brilliant magical series is perfect for 6-8 year-old readers.

Violet loves being at Unicorn Academy. Between all her classes and adventures with friends, the past school year has been so much fun. But Violet hasn''t bonded with her unicorn, Twinkle, and lately he seems really distracted. Can Violet find out what''s bothering him and discover Twinkle''s magic?

The second story in an illustrated magical adventure series from the bestselling author of the Unicorn Academy, brimming with drama and an environmental theme. The Keepers are a secretive tribe of little people who live in the middle of Whispering Woods, caring for the countryside and rewilding it when humans (or Ruffins as they know them) are careless with it. Young Keepers Cora and Jax are trainees who need to prove themselves or risk being sent back to school. Intent on their task of building a hedgehog highway by making holes at the bottom of fences on a new housing estate, they come upon a deer trapped in the foundations of a building site. Their woodland magic isn''t strong enough to help the deer escape, but they will not be able to complete their task if they try to get help for the deer. A brilliant new magical series perfect for 6-8 year olds combining animal rescue, nature conservation and adventure.

Let the magical adventures begin with three popular chapter books--Unicorn Academy, Mermicorns, and Puppy Pirates--all in one collection! What if your best friend was a unicorn? Do you long to set sail on a pirate ship where puppies are the crew? Do you believe in mermaids . . . and unicorns? Then the magic really does start here! This special collection contains the first book in three fantastic series, including New York Times bestselling Unicorn Academy, that are proven to hook kids on reading. Find out which one is your favorite! In Unicorn Academy #1: Sophia and Rainbow, a girl and her unicorn friend must save the unicorns'' magic. In Mermicorns #1: Sparkle Magic, Serena--part unicorn and part mermaid--starts Magic School! In Puppy Pirates #1, adventurous pup Wally finds out whether he has what it takes to sail the seas with the puppy pirates!

First in a magical adventure series for young readers (ages 6-8 approx) in which secretive little people repair damage and rewild local environments from bestselling author of Unicorn Academy series. The Keepers are a secretive tribe of little people who live in the middle of Whispering Woods, coming out at night to care for the countryside and rewild it when humans (or Ruffins as they know them) are careless with it. Young Keepers Cora and Jax have just finished school and are embarking on a trial, with several friends, to become fully-fledged Keepers. But their first venture out on their own ends in disaster when they become distracted with playing in the Ruffin children''s playground instead of concentrating on the task they''ve been given. Can they ever be trusted to be Keepers in their own right? Given one last chance, they come across a fox cub with an injured paw. Can they heal it on their own so it can get back to its mother before the Ruffins discover it, or will they have to ask for help and get in to more trouble for being somewhere they had been banned from?

When your best friend is a unicorn, magical adventures are guaranteed! Join in the fun at Unicorn Academy with the bestselling, action-packed, fantasy series by award-winning author, Julie Sykes. Inspiration for the Netflix series. New York Times Bestseller ( Unicorn Academy: Sophia and Rainbow) in Middle Grade Fiction. Imagine a school where you meet your own unicorn and have amazing adventures together! That''s what happens for the girls at Unicorn Academy on beautiful Unicorn Island. Sienna loves to be the star of the show and she can''t wait for her laid-back unicorn, Sparkle, to discover his magic so they can do something amazing together. Their search for a mysterious treasure is leading them into terrible danger. Luckily, they''ve got fantastic friends to help them, and when Sienna and Sparkle learn to work together, they''re an unstoppable team! With a glittery cover and beautifully illustrated throughout by Lucy Truman, Unicorn Academy is the perfect series for 7+ readers who love magic and adventure! The magic doesn''t stop there! Have you read: Unicorn Academy: Sophia and Rainbow Unicorn Academy: Scarlett and Blaze Unicorn Academy: Ava and Star and many more epic friendships at Unicorn Academy!

What if your best friend was a unicorn? Chapter book readers are flocking to this magical series, where everyone is paired with their very own unicorn! Freya wants to make the perfect birthday present for her unicorn, Honey. If Honey loves her present enough, maybe she and Freya will finally bond. But Freya''s friends need help planning the best party ever, and Freya doesn''t have time to do both. Then someone tries to ruin the party before it can even happen! Can Freya finish Honey''s present in time, and save the party? Be sure to read all the books in this magical series! Don''t miss any books in the magical new spin-off series, Unicorn Academy Nature Magic!

What if your best friend was a unicorn? Chapter book readers are flocking to this magical series, where everyone is paired with their very own unicorn! Matilda loves to have fun. She''s not too worried that her unicorn, Pearl, hasn''t found her magic yet. She also loves her friends at Unicorn Academy--even when they get annoyed at her for being disorganized. But there''s a problem so big that even Matilda can''t ignore it. On a camping trip, she and Pearl see someone hurting the oldest tree on Unicorn Island. Can Matilda and Pearl find out who it is, and save the tree? Be sure to read all the books in this magical series! Don''t miss any books in the magical new spin-off series, Unicorn Academy Nature Magic!

When your best friend is a unicorn, magical adventures are guaranteed! Join in the fun at Unicorn Academy with the bestselling, action-packed, fantasy series by award-winning author, Julie Sykes. Inspiration for the Netflix series. New York Times Bestseller ( Unicorn Academy: Sophia and Rainbow) in Middle Grade Fiction. Imagine a school where you meet your own unicorn and have amazing adventures together! That''s what happens for the girls at Unicorn Academy on beautiful Unicorn Island. Zara loves solving mysteries and having adventures with her dreamy unicorn, Moonbeam. She can''t wait for Moonbeam to discover her magic power so that they can become the perfect partners! Moonbeam is having strange visions, but Zara is sure they''re just daydreams. When Zara''s attempt to stop a terrible heatwave leads her into trouble, can Moonbeam discover her magic in time to rescue her? With a glittery cover and beautifully illustrated throughout by Lucy Truman, Unicorn Academy is the perfect series for 7+ readers who love magic and adventure! The magic doesn''t stop there! Have you read: Unicorn Academy: Aisha and Silver Unicorn Academy: Lyra and Misty Unicorn Academy: Evie and Sunshine and many more epic friendships at Unicorn Academy!

What if your best friend was a unicorn? Chapter book readers are flocking to this magical series, where everyone is paired with their very own unicorn! Imagine a school where you meet your own unicorn and have amazing adventures together! That''s what happens for the girls at Unicorn Academy on beautiful Unicorn Island. Ariana loves her unicorn, Whisper, but hopes that their differences don''t get in the way of their bond. When all the animals start to leave the Verdant Forest, Ariana and Whisper will need to gather all their courage and work together to help protect their friends and bring the animals home. Fans of Rainbow Magic, Purrmaids, and Princess Ponies will love this new chapter book series about the magic of bonding with your own unicorn. Be sure to read all the books in this magical series! Don''t miss any books in the magical new spin-off series, Unicorn Academy Nature Magic!

What if your best friend was a unicorn? Chapter book readers are flocking to this magical series, where everyone is paired with their very own unicorn! Imagine a school where you meet your own unicorn and have amazing adventures together! That''s what happens for the girls at Unicorn Academy on beautiful Unicorn Island. Rosa is so excited to be at the academy and go on an epic adventure with her unicorn, Crystal! But when the magical map stops working, Rosa and Crystal must learn how to work together and travel to the glittering caverns to set things right. Fans of Rainbow Magic, Purrmaids, and Princess Ponies will love this new chapter book series about the magic of bonding with your own unicorn. Be sure to read all the books in this magical series! Don''t miss any books in the magical new spin-off series, Unicorn Academy Nature Magic!

When your best friend is a unicorn, magical adventures are guaranteed!

What if your best friend was a unicorn? Chapter book readers are flocking to this magical series, where everyone is paired with their very own unicorn! Imagine a school where you meet your own unicorn and have amazing adventures together! That''s what happens for the girls at Unicorn Academy on beautiful Unicorn Island. Layla can''t believe how lucky she is to be at Unicorn Academy! She loves her kind and caring unicorn, Dancer. Layla just wishes she wasn''t so afraid when Dancer jumps and rides fast like their friends. But when the trees around Sparkle Lake start to die, Layla must face her fears and go on a thrilling adventure to find the cure! Fans of Rainbow Magic, Purrmaids, and Princess Ponies will love this new chapter book series about the magic of bonding with your own unicorn. Be sure to read all the books in this magical series! Don''t miss any books in the magical new spin-off series, Unicorn Academy Nature Magic!

What if your best friend was a unicorn? Chapter book readers are flocking to this magical series, where everyone is paired with their very own unicorn! Imagine a school where you meet your own unicorn and have amazing adventures together! That''s what happens for the girls at Unicorn Academy on beautiful Unicorn Island. Olivia hopes her sweet unicorn, Snowflake, will discover her magic before graduation day! Everyone is busy decorating Unicorn Academy for the graduation ball, but it looks like someone is trying to ruin the party. Can Olivia and Snowflake save the day and the school? Fans of Rainbow Magic, Purrmaids, and Princess Ponies will love this new chapter book series about the magic of bonding with your own unicorn. Be sure to read all the books in this magical series! Don''t miss any books in the magical new spin-off series, Unicorn Academy Nature Magic!

Layla can''t believe how lucky she is to be at Unicorn Academy! She adores her lively unicorn, Dancer, though he''s too nervous to go jumping and riding fast like their friends. When the trees around Sparkle Lake start dying, Layla must find her courag

When your best friend is a unicorn, magical adventures are guaranteed!