5 first books in a series

Get started on some unmissable journeys with the very first titles in a collection.

The Land of Roar by Jenny McLachlan. Illustrated by Ben Mantle (Egmont)

When Arthur and Rose were little, they were heroes in the Land of Roar, an imaginary world they found by climbing through a folding bed in an attic. Now it’s just a memory – but when something very peculiar happens, the twins find themselves wondering if the Land of Roar could be real after all.

Planet Omar: Accidental Trouble Magnet by Zanib Mian.

Illustrated by Nasaya Mafaridik (Hachette Children’s Books)

Omar has a lot to deal with: moving house, a new school, trying to make friends, and avoiding the class bully. At least Eid is just around the corner, which means a feast and presents... if he can stay out of trouble. This entertaining series is perfect for fans of Tom Gates.

Starfell: Willow Moss and the Lost Day by Dominique Valente. Illustrated by Sarah Warburton (HarperCollins Children’s Books)

In this magical tale, Willow is the youngest and least powerful witch in her family. Her special ability – finding lost things – is not exactly exciting, but when a whole day goes missing, the world of Starfell falls under threat and Willow is the only one who can help.

The Legend of Podkin One-Ear by Kieran Larwood. Illustrated by David Wyatt (Faber Children’s Books)

Young rabbit Podkin is the son of a great warrior, and he knows that one day he will lead his warren. For now, though, he’s happy to laze around – at least until his home is attacked. Can Podkin protect his family and defeat the most terrible enemy rabbitkind has faced?

Scarlet and Ivy: The Lost Twin by Sophie Cleverly (HarperCollins Children’s Books)

Ivy sets out to uncover the secrets behind her twin sister Scarlet’s strange disappearance in this spine-tingling and gripping mystery. Investigating at creepy Rookwood School, she must follow a trail of scattered diary pages to find out the truth – before it’s too late.