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A Pipkin of Pepper by Helen Cooper


From the author of Pumpkin Soup we have this heartwarming tale about getting lost now available in paperback. ($11.95)
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A Puppy is For Loving by Mary Labatt


In this simple and charmingly written story of Grandma's dog Elsie having her litter, readers are witness to the special relationship between young Elizabeth and her grandmother, and to the loving care they both give to Elsie and her puppies. They must find the perfect home for each, with the best home saved for last. A good read-aloud as well as read-alone. ($6.95)
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A Very Marley Christmas by John Grogan, illustrated by Richard Cowdrey


This follow-up to bestselling Bad Dog Marley is a heartfelt holiday story with many hilarious Marley mishaps along the way. ($19.50)
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Alphabeasts by Wallace Edwards


A is for Alligator, awake from a dream... Open the door and step into a magical place where fantasy and reality merge. From Alligator to Zebra, the animal inhabitants of this remarkable residence take you on a most unusual tour of the alphabet. ($8.95)
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Always by Alison McGhee, illustrated by Pascal Lemaitre


This delightful little book is a heartwarming celebration of the love of a child for a cherished pet, as well as a thoughtful reflection on friendship and loyalty. ($18.99)
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Amos & Boris by William Steig


Finally reprinted, this story is about Amos the mouse and Boris the whale, two friends with nothing in common but their huge hearts. ($8.99)
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Around the World in Eighty Tales by Saviour Pirotta


With folktales from six continents, this bright and beautifully illustrated book is the perfect introduction to an international tradition. Introduce your children to 80 cultures through the universal practice of oral storytelling. ($21.95)
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Augustine by Melanie Watt


This delightful book covers many topics such as moving, starting school, shyness and art. ($7.95)
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B is for Bluenose: A Nova Scotia Alphabet by Susan Tooke


From another one of our favourite award-winning local author/illustrators, readers will explore Nova Scotia past and present in this exquisitely illustrated alphabet book. ($22.95)
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Badger's Fancy Meal by Keiko Kasza


Badger attempts to broaden his culinary horizons when he decides that his usual fare is simply too boring. However, his would-be entrees have other ideas... ($8.50)
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Big Little Book of Happy Sadness by Colin Thompson


This charming and atmospheric picture book will capture the hearts of the lonely and the not-so-lonely, both young and old. It is the story of George, a lonely boy who lives with his grandmother and longs to fill the empty void in his heart. When George and his grandmother rescue a three-legged dog from the animal shelter they all find their lives transformed by this new friendship. ($17.95)
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Brava Strega Nona! by Tomie de Paola


Strega Nona is back! And she's in 3D! For this beautiful book about family, love and the sweetness of life, Tomie de Paola joined forces with pop-up engineers Robert Sabuda and Matthew Reinhart. Each page imparts a specific wisdom with the same warmth we have come to expect from de Paola's charming illustrations. Learn some Hawaiian words and the secrets to a happy life from Strega Nona. ($33.00)
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Cat by Matthew Van Fleet, photography by Brian Stanton


From the #1 New York Times bestselling creator of Dog, Alphabet, Tails and other irresistible multiconcept books we now have the purr-fect companion. ($19.99)
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Charlie Cook's Favorite Book by Julia Donaldson, illustrated by Axel Scheffler


This exceptional author and illustrator team brings us eleven books in one. Charlie Cook is reading a book about a pirate captain, who is reading a book about Goldilocks etc, etc. From kings and queens to aliens and ghosts, there's something for everyone in Charlie's amazing book. ($12.99)
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Chester's Back! by Melanie Watt


The battle of the picture book makers, Chester and Melanie, continues. Get ready for see-saw comedy in this sequel to Chester. ($18.95))
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Christmas Cookies: Bite-Size Holiday Lessons by Amy Krouse Rosenthal, illustrated by Jane Dyer


This is a scrumptious follow-up to bestseller Cookies where youngsters will gobble up vocabulary and holiday lessons along with charming illustrations. ($13.99)
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Day is Done (Book-CD) by Peter Yarrow, illustrated by Melissa Sweet


Peter Yarrow follows the huge success of Puff, the Magic Dragon with a picture book version of his beautiful song The Day is Done. ($21.95)
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Down the Drain! by Robert Munsch, illustrated by Michael Martchenko

This is a hilarious take on bathtime and the kids who dread taking them. [$6.99]
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Ella Bella Ballerina and Cinderella by James Mayhew


When Ella loses a ballet slipper, her teacher lends her another pair. Reminded of Cinderella, they are magically transported into the story. ($12.99)
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Fancy Nancy: Bonjour, Butterfly by Jane O'Connor, illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser


Bonjour! Everyone's favourite fancy girl is back and starring in her much-anticipated third picture book. ($19.50)
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Fancy Nancy: Explorer Extraordinaire! by Jane O'Connor, illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser


Our favourite fancy girl heads to the outdoors to explore the fascinating world of flowers, bees, birds and of course butterflies! ($13.99)
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Fancy Nancy: Splendiferous Christmas by Jane O'Connor, illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser


Ooh la la! Fancy Nancy is so excited for Christmas. But when things don't turn out the way she had planned will it still be splendiferous? ($23.99)
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Fifteen Animals by Sandra Boynton


From the bestselling board book author. ($8.95)
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Flotsam by David Wiesner


A bright, science-minded boy goes to the beach equipped to collect and examine bottles and lost toys etc. that have been washed ashore. But there's no way he could be prepared for the barnacle-encrusted underwater camera, that has its own secrets to share and keep, full of magical and fascinating possibilities. This is another must-see wordless masterpiece from this two-time Caldecott medalist. ($19.50)
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Fox Walked Alone by Barbara Reid


Barbara Reid's reinvented tale of the animals and the Ark with her amazing plasticine illustrations is now in paperback. ($8.99)
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Free as the Wind by Jamie Bastedo, illustrated by Susan Tooke


This is historical fiction at its finest about how children can and did make a difference in saving the wild horses of Sable Island. The sparkling paintings by a local artist capture the spare but magnificent terrain and these enduring horses. ($19.95)
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Free Fall by David Weisner


In this exquisitely illustrated book by the award-winning author/illustrator of Flotsam and Tuesday a boy falls asleep and experiences several wordless, surreal journeys blending ancient and modern motifs. ($7.50)
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Froggy Plays T-Ball by Jonathan London


Froggy's natural exuberance and excitement are infectious as he tries T-ball on for size. ($6.50)
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Goin' Someplace Special by Patricia C. McKissack, illustrated by Jerry Pinkney


This Coretta Scott King Award-winner takes us some place special: the public library! ($7.99)
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Gracie, The Public Gardens Duck by Judith Meyrick, illustrated by Richard Rudnicki


Gracie the duck had a nice, comfortable life in the Halifax Public Gardens until a rule was passed not to feed the ducks. Gracie wonders what's happening. This funny, sweet story is beautifully written and illustrated by Haligonians. ($10.95)
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Guardians of Being by Eckhart Tolle, illustrated by Patrick McDonnell


A spectacular collaboration brings together the wisdom of Eckhart Tolle and the delightful illustrations of Patrick McDonnell. A charming book about the lessons of the present moment. ($20.95)
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Happy Birthday Winnie by Valerie Thomas, illustrated by Korky Paul


Winnie is celebrating her birthday in style with a garden party. It all goes well...until she toots on a magic trumpet. ($9.95)
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Have I Got a Book For You! by Melanie Watt


Peter Yarrow follows the huge success of Puff, the Magic Dragon with a picture book version of his beautiful song The Day is Done. ($17.95)
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How to Catch a Star by Oliver Jeffers


Remember the little boy who found a penguin on his doorstep in Lost and Found? He's back! And in this adventure he's off to catch a star of his very own - a star that could become his best friend. Although the stars always seem just out of reach, his hard work and patience are rewarded as he finally finds a star in a most unexpected way. ($9.99)
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I Ain't Gonna Paint No More! by Karen Beaumont, illustrated by David Catrow


To the tune of It Ain't Gonna Rain No More, the feisty child in this silly ode paints himself from head to toe. The zippy text and zany illustrations turn an infamous childhood activity into raucous storytime fun while they learn about music, art and the human body. ($17.50)
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I'm a Duck by Teri Sloat


The infectious rhyme begs to be read aloud and will make children want to quack and waddle along with this irrepressible and excited duck. ($7.50)
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If You Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Numeroff


Illustrated by Felicia Bond. The consequences of giving a cookie to this energetic mouse run the young host ragged, but young readers will come away smiling at the antics that tumble like dominoes through the pages of this delightful picture book. ($18.50)
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Imagine A Day by Sarah L.Thomson, illustrated by Rob Gonzalves


'Imagine a day when you don't need wings to soar.' Captivating images and an inspirational text come together in this beautiful book. Prepare yourself for goosebumps and a desire to dream big! This book is great for all ages and is a fitting follow-up to Imagine A Night. ($19.95)
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It's a Secret! by John Burningham


Award-winning John Burningham brings us an imaginative tale of a little girl who wonders where cats go at night, and then gets to find out in this magnificently illustrated story. ($19.00)
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It's Snowing! by Olivier Durea


This is an exquisitely illustrated celebration of the wonder and magic of a snowy night as shared by a mother and her small child. ($8.99)
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Lighthouse (A Story of Remembrance) by Robert Munsch, illustrated by Janet Wilson


From the author of Love You Forever and countless others comes a gentle and moving story of love and remembrance of a beloved grandfather. This book features lovely, realistic drawings. ($6.99)
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Look at Me! by Robert Munsch, illustrated by Michael Martchenko


Madison loves the 'really real' rose the face painter makes for her...but what if it is truly, really, real? Another hilarious story from this master storyteller. ($6.99)
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Mama's Little Duckling by Marjorie Blain Parker, illustrated by Mike Wohnoutka


Dandelion Duck is ready to venture out all on his own to visit friends all the way on the other side of the pond. Mama keeps a close eye on her baby but when an ill-intentioned weasel catches them all by surprise, Dandelion proves that he has learned his lessons well. ($8.50)
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Marshmallow by Clare Turlay Newberry


This re-issue of a Caldecott award winning classic features Oliver, the cat who revels in his quiet, peaceful existence with Miss Tilly. Then a wee bunny named Marshmallow arrives on the scene. ($9.25)
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Martin Bridge: The Sky's the Limit by Jessica Scott Kerrin, illustrated by Joseph Kelly


Martin Bridge returns for more slice-of-life adventures in the seventh book by the acclaimed local author of this beginning chapter book series. ($6.95)
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Mathilda and the Orange Balloon by Randall de Seve, illustrated by Jen Corace


This is a whimsical celebration of the power of imagination...which can even transform a plain gray sheep into, say, an orange balloon. ($20.99)
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Merry Christmas, Splat! by Rob Scotton


Has Splat been good enough this Christmas? Find out in this funny holiday Splat adventure. ($22.50)
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Miss Brooks Loves Books! (And I Don't) by Barbara Bottner, illustrated by Michael Emberley


Miss Brooks is determined to help Missy find a book that she loves in the library, even if they have to go through each and every one. ($9.00)
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Noah's Ark Board Book by Jan Brett

This popular author illustrator applies her familiar, appealing style to this version of a favourite Bible story. [$9.00]
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Oh My Baby, Little One by Kathi Appelt, illustrated by Jane Dyer


This comforting, tenderly illustrated rhyming poem will reassure both the preschooler and their working parent that separation is only temporary. ($5.50)
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Olivia by Ian Falconer


Have fun with Olivia...dressing up, singing songs, building sand castles, napping (maybe), dancing, painting on walls, and – whew! - going to sleep at last. See if you can keep up with this lovable little piglet! ($21.00)
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Peter Pan: A Classic Collectible Pop-Up by Robert Sabuda


Here is another masterpiece from the crown prince of pop-ups! ($32.00)
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Princess Bess Gets Dressed by Margery Cuyler, illustrated by Heather Maione


Princess Bess has loads of clothes made with satin, snaps and bows. Perfect for the many young princesses among us. ($17.99)
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Princesses Are Not Perfect by Kate Lum, illustrated by Sue Holland


The three resourceful damsels from Princesses Are Not Quitters are back. This time they each become tired of their own unique talents so they decide to swap. The result is thoroughly enjoyable mayhem at the kingdom's summer party. ($21.00)
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Put Me in a Book by Robert Munsch, illustrated by Michael Martchenko


When a famous writer looks for a kid to put in a book, Hailey volunteers. But being folded and scrunched inside a book turns out to be not so much fun and she seeks her classmates' assistance to help her out. ($7.99)
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Return to the Hundred Acre Wood by David Benedictus


Illustrated by Mark Burgess in the style of A.A. Milne and Ernest H. Shepherd. This companion volume - the first to be approved by the trustees of Pooh Properties - is a noteworthy sequel to House at Pooh Corner. ($25.00)
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Roar! by Robert Munsch, illustrated by Michael Martchenko


Elena and Isaac decide to become lions, growling and gnawing their way through the day. But when their teacher takes their classes outside to look for animals, that's when they really become kings of the jungle. ($7.99)
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Roly Poly Pangolin by Anna Dewdney


The creator of the ever-charming Llama Llama books now brings readers a new character to love: shy little Roly Poly. Afraid of facing something new and unknown, Roly Poly does what any pangolin would do - he rolls up in a ball and hides. But when he dares to peek out, he makes an interesting discovery. ($21.00)
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Santa's Snow Kitten by Sue Stainton, illustrated by Anne Mortimer


An adorable kitten explores Santa's house in this story from the creators of one of our seasonal favourites, Santa's Snow Cat. ($18.50)
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Seymour and Henry by Kim Lewis


A charming story of two toy ducklings who have so much fun playing in the pond that they don't want to go home. This is the latest offering from the creator of Floss. ($18.00)
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Skippyjon Jones in Mummy Trouble by Judy Schachner


El Skippito takes ancient Egypt by storm! ($7.50)
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Sneakers the Seaside Cat by Margaret Wise Brown, illustrated by Anne Mortimer


This is an exquisitely illustrated maritime story. ($8.75)
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Souperchicken by Mary Jane & Herm Auch


Henrietta saves the day in this action-packed story of how a chicken's ability to read keeps her aunties from a fateful end at the Souper Soup Company, and in the end, allows Henrietta to do what she loves best. Lots of puns for the budding humorist, and clever illustrations. ($7.95)
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Stella, Star of the Sea by Marie-Louise Gay


This favourite is now available in a delightful hardcover miniature version. ($15.95)
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Stick Man by Julia Donaldson, illustrated by Axel Scheffler


The creators of The Gruffalo have done it again! Stick Man gets separated from his family and mistaken for the many things a stick can be: a snowman's arm, a toy for a dog and a log for a fire. How will he find his way home in time for Christmas? ($19.99)
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Sugar Cookies: Sweet Little Lessons on Love by Amy Krouse Rosenthal, illustrated by Jane Dyer & Brooke Dyer


A delicious follow-up to Cookies: Bite-Size Life Lessons. ($17.25)
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Swing by Rufus Butler Seder


Swing! does for kids in motion what bestselling Gallop does for animals in amazing scanimation technology. ($14.95)
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Tacky Goes to Camp by Helen Lester, illustrated by Lynn Munsinger


Once again our heroic penguin saves the day! This time it is at summer camp where Tacky comes to the rescue as the penguins confront something straight out of their own scary stories ($21.95)
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Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes by Mem Fox, illustrated by Helen Oxenbury


This is a gorgeously simple rhyming picture book from two gifted picture book creators. The roly-poly little ones from different backgrounds are just adorable. ($17.95)
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The Best Pet of All by David LaRochelle, illustrated by Hanako Wakiyama


A boy's mother won't let him have a dog but tells him that he can have a dragon. When the dragon proves to be a handful, he worries that he'll never get her to change her mind. ($8.50)
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The Butterfly by Patricia Polacco


This is a true story of friendship between a young Jewish girl and a gentile girl during the Holocaust. It is a perfect blend of art and story. ($9.00)
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The Composer is Dead by Lemony Snicket, illustrated by Carson Ellis and music by Nathaniel Stooky


This blockbuster author presents a wickedly irreverent introduction to the orchestra complete with a CD. ($19.50)
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The Dog Who Cried Wolf by Keiko Kasza


The kids will howl with delight when they meet this pup. Being bad has never been so good. ($7.50)
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The Easter Egg by Jan Brett


This exquisitely illustrated tale, which features Brett's trademark lush borders, tells the story of a wee bunny who tries to make the best Easter egg so that he will be chosen to help the Easter bunny deliver eggs on Easter morning. ($22.50)
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The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry, illustrated by P.J. Lynch


This classic tale of the wisest gifts of Christmas is exquisitely illustrated by the illustrator of one of our favourite Christmas books, The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey. This in itself is a gift to share and treasure. ($17.50)
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The Heart and the Bottle by Oliver Jeffers


New from this much-loved author and illustrator is this tale of a girl who is filled with curiosity and who revels in the joys of the world around her, joys that she always shares with her father. Until the day that his chair is empty. ($19.95)
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The Incredible Book Eating Boy Pop-Up Edition by Oliver Jeffers


Henry loves books but not like you and I. He loves to eat books! Now in pop-up, this is great for anyone with an appetite for books! ($29.99)
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The King's Taster by Kenneth Oppel, illustrated by Steve Johnson & Lou Fancher


Max, the cook's dog, has a most enviable job. As the king's taster, he gets to sample the most delectable dishes. However, the new king proves less than easy to please in this sumptuously illustrated picture book. ($19.99)
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The Little Toy Shop by Frances Wolfe


We are very excited about this local author/illustrator's beautiful new Christmas book about love lost and found in a very special toy shop. ($21.99)
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The North Star by Peter H. Reynolds


This beautiful new edition of Peter Reynold's timeless book is a celebration of life's journeys, encouraging readers of every age to follow their dreams. This is a perfect gift for graduates. ($18.50)
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The Odd Egg by Emily Gravett


New in paperback, this is Duck's story of finally finding an egg of his very own. Never mind that the others make fun of it. In the end, they are all in for a surprise... ($9.99)
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The Perfect Snow by Barbara Reid

Barbara Reid uses her signature plasticine style to tell the perfect story of the 'perfect snow'. [$19.99]
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The Pied Piper's Magic by Steven Kellogg

This is a timeless tale reimagined by a master storyteller. Peterkin, a colourful elf, brings music and hope everywhere he goes with the aid of his magic pipe. [$18.50]
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The Terrible, Horrible, Smelly Pirate by Carrie Muller & Jacqueline Halsey, illustrated by Eric Orchard


Set in the misty waters around Halifax, this fun read-aloud tells the story of a terrible, smelly pirate named Sydney and his parrot Polly. After answering a riddle set by a tricky mermaid the rascals dig up a treasure chest and find an unexpected treasure. ($10.95)
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The Underground Gators by Tina Casey, illustrated by Lynn Munsinger


Legend has it that alligators live in the underground sewers of New York City, but what if some of them decided to move out to quieter areas. Could they be living under your feet? ($18.00)
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar Pop-Up Book by Eric Carle


Celebrating the 40th anniversary of one of the most popular children's books ever, this classic caterpillar literally pops off the page when it emerges as a vibrantly three dimensional, beautiful butterfly. ($33.00)
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Tyrannosaurus Drip by Julia Donaldson, illustrated by David Roberts


Who ever heard of a vegetarian T-Rex? ($12.99)
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Up Home by Shauntay Grant, illustrated by Susan Tooke


This is a touching poem which reflects Grant's memories of growing up in the Nova Scotian community of Preston. With Tooke's breathtaking illustrations, the two combine the sensory experiences of the landscape, food, history and the people with positive images of this important black community. ($19.95)
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Varmints by Helen Ward, illustrated by Marc Craste


This is a beautiful and sparingly written book. With a finesse I have not yet seen, it makes an environmental statement but maintains a sense of storytelling, all against the exquisite backdrop of Craste's illustrations. In the vain of Old Turtle this is a book for the young at heart but not necessarily lacking in years. ($15.50)
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What a Day It Was at School! by Jack Prelutsky, illustrated by Doug Cushman


With this latest collection of exuberant poems, Prelutsky explores the joys, along with the not so joyous moments, of school life. ($9.25)
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When Papa Comes Home Tonight by Eileen Spinelli, illustrated by David McPhail


In the follow-up to the beloved When Mama Comes Home Tonight we now pay tribute to the end of a father's busy day. ($19.99)
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When Stella Was Very, Very Small by Marie-Louise Gay


When Stella was very, very small, what was she like? Marie-Louise Gay has written another beautiful book about Stella, this time about how that sense of wonder came to be. ($18.95)
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When the Library Lights Go Out by Megan McDonald, illustrated by Katherine Tillotson


Three puppet friends enjoy the many marvels of their wonderful, book-filled habitat after the lights are turned out and all the visitors go home. ($7.99)
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Where I Live by Frances Wolfe


Where she lives the sun winks off the waves, breezes cool the evening, and treasures wait to be discovered. Astute readers will notice the first letter of each two-line verse spells out the answer, the seaside! Wherever you live, Where I Live is a memorable way to visit the sea with the youngest of readers. ($17.99)
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You Are My Wish by Maryann Cusimano Love, illustrated by Satomi Ichikawa


The team that brought us You Are My I Love You now offers this beautiful celebration of the unique and special relationship between a grandchild and grandparent. ($21.00)
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Zen Shorts by John J. Muth


In the same vane as The Three Questions and Old Turtle, we have three beautiful Zen tales done in vibrant watercolours to brighten up your life. ($19.99)
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