Written by Sally Doherty I really admire Sally Doherty for many many reasons, the fact that she has suffered from M.E for the last 20 years, and still has been able to write and publish her own series of books is one of them. She is also one of the kindest people in the book … Continue reading Toby and the Hair-Raising Halloween
Goodnight Silver
Written by Abi Elphinstone Published by Simon & Schuster Thrilling. I loved it - Katherine Rundell Happy book publication to Goodnight Silver and Abi Elphinstone - the incredibly talented author behind this beautiful addition to the world of children's literature. I never get tired of saying it and thus I shall seize this opportunity to … Continue reading Goodnight Silver
Middle Grade Must Reads – October 2026 (Part Three)
Glam and Beardy: Volume 1 Written by Ruby Clyde and Rachel WD Illustrated by Vincent Batignole Published by Little Tiger The five Kingdoms of Kin Isle have stood since the dawn of time. Each holds its own unique power, its own importance in the balance of our world. We all belong to one of these ancient Kindoms. … Continue reading Middle Grade Must Reads – October 2026 (Part Three)
Beautiful Board Books that Inspire and Educate little ones
My First Touch and Trace : ABC Learn with Me! I absolutely love that this alphabet themed board book for babies and toddlers begins with "Aa is for apple" and is actually apple shaped! It is a cute detail to the design of it, and adds even more appeal to those little hands that will … Continue reading Beautiful Board Books that Inspire and Educate little ones
Middle Grade Must Reads – October 2026 (Part Two)
Boy vs Reality Written by James Fox Published by Scholastic Like it or not Social Media is a massive part of everyday life. And it seems everyone wants to be a reality star. But is everything really like what we watch on the screen? And how far would you go to make your family famous? This … Continue reading Middle Grade Must Reads – October 2026 (Part Two)
Middle Grade Must Reads – October 2026 (Part One)
Galaxy Runners: Jello Breaks the Universe Written and Illustrated by James Lancett Published by Scholastic The first thing you can’t help but notice is the bright cover, everyone who sees this will have to pick it up. If you need something delivered in space with no questions asked, The Galaxy Runners are for you! Working … Continue reading Middle Grade Must Reads – October 2026 (Part One)
Middle Grade Must Reads – September 2026
Riley Wright is Always Wrong Written by Mel Taylor-Bessent Published by Farshore Riley Wright is starting at Heverton Junior School with one awkward her MAJORLY embarrassing dad is the new head teacher New school, new friends (hopefully!). Riley Wright has to figure out how to fit in, pin down a talent for the talent show, look … Continue reading Middle Grade Must Reads – September 2026
Five series worth starting now
Written by Hannah Rix, co-founder of Little Reads. Little Reads is a curated library of 3,000+ hand-picked children's books, ages 5 to 11, on iOS and Android. It's for kids who already love reading (and the parents keeping them supplied), not a learn-to-read tool. More library than classroom. The Mystery of the Clockwork Sparrow, Katherine … Continue reading Five series worth starting now
Once Upon A Tiger – Author feature and Review
Using the cover to touch on the all important concept and writing What makes this book particularly special for me is that I wrote it too. But the core concept of ONCE UPON A TIGER, of a child sitting upon a tiger, gathered dust in a notebook for years. Finally FINALLY though, after signing with … Continue reading Once Upon A Tiger – Author feature and Review
Middle Grade Must Reads – August 2026 (Part Three)
Scarlet: Defender of the Universe Written by James Davis and illustrated by Dotty Sutton Published by Harpercollins Are you sitting comfortably? Are you fantasising about bamboo? Do you have black and white fur? Are you huge and cute and cuddly-looking? Well, put this book down, because you are a panda, and this is not a book for pandas. … Continue reading Middle Grade Must Reads – August 2026 (Part Three)
