Books like The Illustrated Mum by Jacqueline Wilson

Ten‑year‑old twins Ruby and Garnet share everything, but the loss of their mother three years ago and a changing world test the limits of their double act.

After her mother leaves for five months, 11‑year‑old Floss must choose whether to stay with her dad or join her family abroad. The choice leads to new friendships and the trials of running a makeshift café.

A boy lives in a suitcase as his parents divorce, spending alternating weeks with each new family while longing to return to his childhood home at Mulberry Cottage.

A lighthearted story of a young sister's journey through boarding school.

When India, a privileged girl, meets Treasure, a council‑estate youth, their budding friendship is tested by family secrets and danger, leading to a clever hiding place inspired by Anne Frank.

A complete 12‑book set of Jeff Kinney’s Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, including Diary of a Wimpy Kid through Hard Luck, perfect for fans and collectors.

I'm Tracy Beaker. This is a book all about me. I'd read it if I were you. It's the most incredible dynamic heart-rending story. Honest...THE STORY OF TRACY BEAKERI'm Tracy Beaker. This is a book all about me. I'd read it if I were you. It's the most incredible dynamic heart-rending story. Honest...SHORTLISTED FOR THE SMARTIES PRIZE AND CARNEGIE MEDALWinner of The Oak Tree Award & the Sheffield Children's Book AwardTHE BED AND BREAKFAST STARI'm Elsa, and I'm hoping to be a big star one day. I tell jokes all the time to try and cheer my family up. Trouble is, no-one seems to laugh much any more. Not since we lost our lovely house nad had to move into a bed and breakfast hotel...WINNER OF YOUNG TELEGRAPH FULLY BOOKED AWARDTwo lively and hilarious tales from one of today's most popular authors for young readers.

A coming‑of‑age tale that follows teenage girls as they form bonds over shared love for books in a library setting, weaving in themes of friendship, English literature, and the lives of widowers.

When Tina, the smallest of three childhood friends, is separated from her stronger sisters, she must navigate a strict classroom, overcome bullying and discover that true friendship can bloom in unexpected places.

Mum is a childminder, but when she gets the flu a nine‑year‑old girl must take on the role of caregiver and babysitter, turning an ordinary week into a hilarious whirlwind of responsibility and misadventure.

In a Montana town, a veteran coping with PTSD and a newly-divorced woman named Jillian form an unexpected bond that reshapes their lives, exploring friendship, family, self‑confidence, and the complexities of ranch life.

Davy Spencer might be the new kid in school, but that doesn't mean he can't start as the most POPULAR kid. With the help of his two best friends, Chuck and Annie, Davy throws himself into making viral YouTube videos with hilariously disastrous results. If he can pull this off, everybody at his new school will know his name before even meeting him. Davy's YouTube channel has everything- awesome pranks? Check! School lunch reviews? Check! Undercover detention missions? Check! Getting duct taped to the wall? Check - wait what? Becoming a rockstar Youtuber isn't easy but Davy won't give up... no matter how crazy things have to get. Kid Youtuber is a funny children's book for ages 9-12, middle school students, and adults who never grew up. Marcu Emerson is the author of Diary of a 6th Grade Ninja, The Super Life of Ben Braver, and Recess Warriors.

A heartfelt tale of a girl who has four parents, grows up between two homes, and confronts the mystery of missing memories.