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Can Daniel save his home, and his new friends, before the Nowhere Emporium is destroyed forever? Scottish Children's Book Award winner Ross MacKenzie unleashes a riot of imagination, colour and fantasy in this astonishing adventure, perfect for fans of Philip Pullman, Corneila Funke and Neil Gaiman.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FLORIS BOOKS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43414802956333,"sku":"9781782501251","price":21.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/1298\/2317\/files\/9781782501251.jpg?v=1782626892"},{"product_id":"9781782501305","title":"The Selkie Girl","description":"\u003cp\u003eFergus lives with his father by the sea, but is lonely. He wants a friend more than anything.One day Fergus finds treasure on the beach: a beautiful fur blanket hidden in the rocks. 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Beautifully written by storyteller and selkie storyteller Janis Mackay, the tale is accompanied by stunning illustrations by Ruchi Mhasane.The Selkie Girl is one of the first titles released in the new Picture Kelpies: Traditional Scottish Tales range of picture books that bring classic Scottish folk and fairy tales to life for young children.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FLORIS BOOKS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43414803021869,"sku":"9781782501305","price":22.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/1298\/2317\/files\/9781782501305.jpg?v=1782626894"},{"product_id":"9781782505198","title":"The Elsewhere Emporium","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThe Nowhere Emporium has been stolen. The shop from nowhere has vanished without a trace. 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But as Nari grows older her beloved scarf becomes tattered -- it is ready to be recycled into compost for the farm with the help of some friendly worms. Spin a Scarf of Sunshine is a simple, lyrical story which encourages young children to engage with the wool cycle and understand the basics of traditional crafts of natural spinning, dyeing, knitting and gardening. The luminous illustrations of the natural world will inspire children and adults alike to explore the simple beauty around them and connect them to the idea of sustainable living and knowing where our clothing comes from.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FLORIS BOOKS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43414809673773,"sku":"9781782506584","price":35.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/1298\/2317\/files\/9781782506584.jpg?v=1782627212"},{"product_id":"9781782506614","title":"Goldilocks and the Three Bears 2\/e","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen Goldilocks gets lost in the woods, she discovers a pretty house where everything comes in three sizes; big, medium and very little! Who could live here? And what will happen when they find Goldilocks sleeping in their house? This classic tale about curiosity and respect is given a lively twist by renowned author and illustrator Gerda Muller, creator of USBBY-honoured A Year in Our New Garden, and is bursting with detail and character on every page.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FLORIS BOOKS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43414809772077,"sku":"9781782506614","price":35.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/1298\/2317\/files\/9781782506614.jpg?v=1782627219"},{"product_id":"9781782506638","title":"The Otherwhere Emporium","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe mysterious Nowhere Emporium has appeared once more. With its shining bricks the colour of midnight, and rich scents of melting chocolate and exotic spices, it's easy to see why inquisitive Mirren isn't the only one bewitched by the magical store. Behind the Emporium's red velvet curtain lies a palace of unimaginable treasures  - glittering jewels and gleaming gold, sparkling diamonds and shining armour.  But hidden among these wonders, something sinister is lurking. The Emporium is under the control of a menacing figure in a top hat who calls himself Vindictus Sharpe. Who is he? And where is the Emporium's rightful owner, Daniel?  Return to a world where imagination is power and anything is possible in the heart-stopping finale to the multi-award-winning Nowhere Emporium trilogy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FLORIS BOOKS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43414809837613,"sku":"9781782506638","price":21.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/1298\/2317\/files\/9781782506638.jpg?v=1782627219"},{"product_id":"9781782506751","title":"Now that Night is Near","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"Come now little one, it's time to go to sleep. 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Written by Astrid Lindgren, the bestselling author of Pippi Longstocking, and accompanied by luminous artwork from award-winning illustrator Marit Toernqvist, this soothing story is perfect for sharing with young children at bedtime.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FLORIS BOOKS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43414810001453,"sku":"9781782506751","price":35.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/1298\/2317\/files\/9781782506751.jpg?v=1782627227"},{"product_id":"9781782507093","title":"A Year in Our New Garden 2\/e","description":"\u003cp\u003eAnna and Benjamin's family have just moved to a new house and can't wait to turn their messy grass into a beautiful garden, but first they must plan, plant and learn how to care for it. With the help of their neighbour Louis, the children grow beautiful flowers and tasty vegetables and discover the amazing wildlife living in their new garden. As the seasons change, Anna and Benjamin learn about all the wonderful things you can do in a garden: planting, harvesting, playing, enjoying picnics and spotting insects. Alongside the charming story, A Year in Our New Garden also gives real gardening tips accompanied by beautifully detailed illustrations. This delightful and lively book will inspire children to get outdoors, be active and learn how nature changes around them through the year.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FLORIS BOOKS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43414810165293,"sku":"9781782507093","price":35.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/1298\/2317\/files\/9781782507093.jpg?v=1782627238"},{"product_id":"9781782507130","title":"Home of the Wild","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"A house is not a home for wild things; wild things need to run, and soar, and swim.\" In the quiet dawn of the spring forest a boy finds an orphan fawn, hungry and alone. 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Lyrical and atmospheric, this beautiful picture book by award-winning author Louise Grieg and emerging illustrator Julia Moscardo is an uplifting story of belonging, the enduring connection between humans and nature, and a tender lesson in learning when to let go of those you love.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FLORIS BOOKS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43414810263597,"sku":"9781782507130","price":35.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/1298\/2317\/files\/9781782507130.jpg?v=1782627240"},{"product_id":"9781782507291","title":"How Does My Garden Grow? 2\/e","description":"\u003cp\u003eSophie lives in the city, and her vegetables come from the supermarket. Then she goes to visit her grandparents in the countryside -- and soon discovers how much there is to learn about how things grow! 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A sweet, warm-hearted story of friendship set in the natural world, with words by much-loved Polish author Przemyslaw Wechterowicz and beautiful illustrations from the award-winning illustrator Emilia Dziubak, co-creator of USBBY Outstanding International Book The House of Lost and Found. This charming tale is a perfect book for bedtime.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FLORIS BOOKS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43414811574317,"sku":"9781782507741","price":35.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/1298\/2317\/files\/9781782507741.jpg?v=1782627313"},{"product_id":"9781782507765","title":"A Billion Balloons of Questions","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom the moment six-year-old Eva wakes up, her day is full of questions. Her Peruvian Papa says she has billions of questions, but really Eva has balloons full of questions that she carries around until she can find the answers.     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From the author of best-selling Skye the Puffling and Rowan the Red Squirrel, Oran the Curious Otter is a fun and affectionate celebration of Scotland's coast and its creatures.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FLORIS BOOKS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43414811770925,"sku":"9781782507833","price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/1298\/2317\/files\/9781782507833.jpg?v=1782627320"},{"product_id":"9781782507871","title":"The Sky Beneath the Stone","description":"\u003cp\u003eThirteen-year-old Ivy North is an adventurer. She can pitch a tent in four minutes flat, knows the local landscape like the back of her hand, and she's an expert map reader. There's just one problem.    She's afraid to go outside.    But when her little brother is transformed into a kestrel by a powerful sorcerer, Ivy is the only one who can rescue him. 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