The ultimate book guide : over 600 top books for 8-12s

WITH THIS BOOK, 8-12s WILL NEVER AGAIN CRY, 'WHAT WILL I READ NEXT?' The only reference needed - a fully up-to-date guide to the best children's books around - from classics to titles published to the end of 2003. The funny, friendly and frank recommendations have been personally written for children by many of their favourite and best-known authors including Anthony Horowitz, Jacqueline Wilson, David Almond, Celia Rees, Darren Shan and Dick King-Smith. Each entry is cross-referenced to other books that readers are bound to enjoy. Plus, there are features on the most popular subjects around, including fantasy, animal stories, school stories and adventure. Illustrated with newly commissioned artwork, and book covers.