So I will admit I’d never read a graphic novel until recently when I decided to dive head first into the titles available in this genre. In this blog I share three of the titles I enjoyed, all of which are published by the fabulous David Fickling Books. Georgia and the edge of the World … Continue reading The Graphic Novel Experience
Author: samjdthomas
I am a primary school librarian and reading advocate. I like to read as much childrens literature as possible so that I can recommend titles to children and adults that would benefit more knowledge on books in order to make an informed choice about what to read next.
The Perfect Bedtime Board Book (2) – Titles from Little Tiger
I Love You to the Moon and Back - by Amelia Hepworth and illustrated by Tim Warnes (Hardcover) With short rhyming sentences throughout this book that detail activities that the parent and child bear do with one another that personify their love for one another, this is a beautiful book for parents to share with … Continue reading The Perfect Bedtime Board Book (2) – Titles from Little Tiger
Writing a Graphic Novel by Mo O’Hara
Firstly, I should say that the ‘writing’ of the graphic novel is not the main part. The illustrating of a graphic novel is the bulk of the creation of the work. (And that’s not me.) The amazing Jess Bradley illustrates the Agent Moose books. 😊 The entire process of creating a graphic novel is the … Continue reading Writing a Graphic Novel by Mo O’Hara
2022 Read for Empathy – Picture Book Collection
The official collection of titles picked for this year's Empathy Day (9th June) was revealed yesterday, having been selected by the thirteen incredible judges, and we thought we would give you our #BookBound insight into the titles from the different genres and age groups, beginning with today's blog on Picture Books. These titles that have … Continue reading 2022 Read for Empathy – Picture Book Collection
Lemony Snicket’s Poison for Breakfast (Double Review)
Sam - Reading this title towards the end of 2021 was genuinely one of the highlights of my year when it comes to material I had the opportunity to read. I came across this title on Rock the Boat's website, and contacted them immediately for a copy, and am delighted that they sent me one … Continue reading Lemony Snicket’s Poison for Breakfast (Double Review)
Exclusive interview with Eerie-On-Sea Mystery Series Author Thomas Taylor
Later this year we will see the publication of the latest book in the incredible middle grade adventure series based in Eerie-On-Sea by the fabulous author Thomas Taylor, who has given us three titles in the series so far, and relatable characters and unbelievable experiences as we join in with solving the mysteries that descend … Continue reading Exclusive interview with Eerie-On-Sea Mystery Series Author Thomas Taylor
Short Chapter Books from Sweet Cherry
Regular readers of BookBound will know how much we love easy short chapter books. These books are ideal for children aged 6yrs and above who have mastered picture books and are looking for a book that will take them to the next level. These books are Easy to read, the chapters are short, the text is … Continue reading Short Chapter Books from Sweet Cherry
The Perfect Bedtime Board Book (1) – Titles from Little Tiger
Noah and the Starbird Written by Barry TimmsIllustrated by Faye Hsu This heart warming story tells of a young boy named Noah, who is staying at his grandma's whilst his poorly dad is in hospital, and his mum is busy visiting the hospital. Whilst Noah and his grandma unpack the young boy's belongings in the … Continue reading The Perfect Bedtime Board Book (1) – Titles from Little Tiger
Britannica 5 Minute Really True Stories for Family Time
Now I still read a bedtime story to my children, we snuggle up in my bed and we will read a couple of chapters of whatever the book might be. But sometimes the chapters can be short and the boys aren’t ready to go to bed, so I have been using this book of 5 … Continue reading Britannica 5 Minute Really True Stories for Family Time
The Very Non-Traditional Path to Publication for THE SECRETS ACT
by Alison Weatherby THE SECRETS ACT is not my first YA novel. Nor is it my first agented novel. But it is the first that made it to publication after many years and tons of ups and downs. My roller coaster ride to publication started several years ago when I began querying US agents for … Continue reading The Very Non-Traditional Path to Publication for THE SECRETS ACT
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