Flying Eye Books

This quirky, heartwarming story combines the charm of Beatrix Potter and the silliness of Roald Dahl, with a dash of Chris Riddell thrown in for good measure!

This book is packed with material for the young sleuth who is interested in ghosts, the supernatural and, indeed, in history and folklore. Written in a very accessible style, each double-page spread deals with a different aspect of the topic of ghosts. There is a wealth of information about everything from timeslips, to spirit photography, to enduring legends.

As night falls over Motor Isle and the people settle down to sleep, the workers and vehicles at the Good Night Airport are just beginning their long shifts. This vehicle picturebook brings children behind the curtain to learn about all the busy vehicles that work hard throughout the night carrying out important night jobs that keep the airport running smoothly.

This is a prettily presented hardback book telling the story of an unusual little bird.

Milo and his pet cat Stella are best friends. But how well do they really know each other? Recently Milo has noticed something isn’t quite right. In fact, he is not sure Stella is really Stella at all!

Nepal’s capital city, Kathmandu, is a riot of sights, smells and sounds that are brought to life by the detailed and colourful illustrations in this graphic novel. With the frozen peaks of the Himalayas and Mount Everest in the distance, Dev lives with his family and cat Tuna in the wonderfully warm city. Life is never boring for Dev, and he is looking forward to summer holidays brimming with activities outside with his friends. Until disaster strikes – a Yeti comes to Kathmandu and into Dev’s home!

This is a considered and nuanced non-fiction book, exploring the vast history of drag culture. Matched with upbeat, funky illustrations by a host of talented artists, the book takes you on a historical journey through queer culture and performance art, from ancient times to the present day.

As Avery explores the garden of her new home, she unexpectedly shrinks after stumbling into a fairy circle. What follows is a magical adventure that feels both gentle and enchanting, making it a delightful read for early readers.

Thieves has a warm, energetic current that sweeps readers into its story from the very beginning. It follows two high-schoolers, Ella and Madeleine, in what seems like a straightforward tale in a meet-cute fashion but sharply changes into a hijinks-filled episodic adventure about setting things right.

Every year, the town of Stemville is transformed into a Formula 1 racetrack. This story follows the fortunes of Frankie Thunderfoot, a hare, and Wilbur Hardshell, a tortoise, as they compete to earn a place on the finishing podium. The story balances Frankie and Wilbur’s rivalry with a sense of fun and healthy competition, never losing sight of the importance of friendship and enjoying the journey.