Pip and Posy : On the Farm by Axel Scheffler Published by Nosy Crow "Felt flap fun for babies" is probably the most appropriate tagline to feature on the cover of these books because they absolutely do offer just that, and we return to two of our favourite characters created by the legend that is … Continue reading Brilliant Board Books – July 2025
A brand new miniature format of the children's classic The Gruffalo has recently been published, and it is the ultimate keepsake for fans of this absolute gem of an adventure, with children and adults afforded the opportunity to own and enjoy a piece of history in the making for the world of children's literature. I … Continue reading Queen Mary’s Doll House Edition : The Gruffalo
Journey to a spectacular magical land in The Forest in the Sky! Pari Thomson's bestselling Greenwild: The World Behind the Door won Blackwell's Book of the Year and the Waterstones Overall Children's Book Prize: discover the much-anticipated finale now! With stunning illustrations throughout by Elisa Paganelli. With the support of the Iffenwilders and their mighty water magic, Daisy … Continue reading Greenwild : The Forest In The Sky
I waited a while to write my review for this book because I find the most powerful books grow way beyond the final scene, and books that are written by the fabulous Abi Elphinstone hold that magic within them, and this is the latest title to do so. I have pondered over what Ember and … Continue reading Ember Spark and the Unicorn’s Secret
Where's Mr Unicorn? Written and Illustrated by Ingela P. Arrhenius Yay! another buggy book in the Felt Flaps series by the incredible Ingela Arrhenius has been published and I am so in love with the colour palette chosen - especially with the gorgeous pink cover that actualyy makes it perfect for gifting to girls, with … Continue reading Beautiful Board Books – May 2025 (Part One)
Over the course of the Ember Spark titles being written by the queen of adventure stories, Abi Elphinstone, and published by Simon and Schuster, I have had the pleasure of interviewing Abi to get further insight behind each book, and I am honoured to once again be able to do have done so for Ember … Continue reading Ember Spark and the Unicorn’s Secret – My interview with Abi Elphinstone
Theres's A Gorilla At The Door! Written by Helen Welsh Illustrated by Sam Caldwell Published by Little Tiger OMG! This book is so hilarious, has the most funniest content in a picture book that I have had the pleasure of being pleasantly amused by in quite some time, and balances the LOL moments with family … Continue reading Perfect Picture Books – April 2025 (Part One)
Suki Cat : Farmer Imagine having access to a board book that incorporates a female lead character, a topic predominantly aimed at boys, and that the book hosts interactive features such as sliders that encourage little hands to "push, pull and turn" - well you can stop imagining it, it's right here in this title … Continue reading Beautiful Board Books – April 2025 (Part Two)
Croc's Cooking Day Written and Illustrated by Nicola Kent I am so cross with myself because I didn't make the link with this book and pancake day, and I wish I had shared this for the occasion, and not as an oversight. For that i am super apologetic, especially as it such a brilliantly design … Continue reading Beautiful Board Books – April 2025 (Part One)
We meet at a time where Book 2 in your phenomenal Shadowhall Academy series has been published, could you give those who have yet to indulge in the series a glimpse at what Book 1 holds in store for them, in a few words of your own. I suppose it’s what might be called “an origin … Continue reading Discussing Shadowhall Academy with Phil Hickes
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