Natterjack Toad Can’t Believe It! by Sean Taylor All Natterjack Toad wants to do is tuck into his packet of chocolate chunk crunchy-munch cookies. But when he gets himself lovely and comfortable, ready to devour them, something terrible happens: every time he reaches into the packet to enjoy a delicious bite, something gets in the way. Where it’s a vole, a weasel, or a heron, there is always another creature trying to get the snacks for themselves.
With brilliantly bright illustrations from Kathryn Durst, this is a funny and surprisingly relatable story about not being able to find a moment’s peace. (Walker Books, £7.99, out now) Dungeon Runners Level 1: Hero Trial by Kieran Larwood Kit has always dreamed of being a Dungeon Runner.
But his chances in the kingdom’s celebrated race, in which participants run through the dungeons picking up treasures and defeating enemies, have always seemed slim. He is, after all, a gnorf – part dwarf, part gnome – so his size might work against him. Still, rallying the support of two of his friends, he decides this may be his year.
Featuring Joe Todd-Stanton’s terrific, Manga-like illustrations, this book is great fun – but also comes with a meaningful message about courage, friendship, and what really matters in life. (Nosy Crow, £7.99, out now) Four Eids and a Funeral by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé and Adiba Jaigirdar In this irresistible enemies-to-lovers story, Tiwa and Said must put aside their differences when t.