Picture Books – July 2022

No Sleep for Bear - Duncan Beedie Published 7th July by Bonnier Books Bear has completed all his preparations and is ready to hibernate for the upcoming winter, but try as he may he just cannot successfully fall asleep, so he goes on a walk to try to tire himself out more, and spots other … Continue reading Picture Books – July 2022 →

The Extraordinary Voyage of Katy Willacott

Written by Sharon GoslingCover designed by Pip JohnsonCover illustrated by Kristina KisterPublished by Little TigerPerfect for readers aged 8+ Helen (@helenbyles) - Sometimes you see a book cover you know you need to read it. Well this book isone such book. The cover just hooks you in. You need to know why on the cover … Continue reading The Extraordinary Voyage of Katy Willacott →

Early Chapter titles to Enjoy this Summer

Indigo Wilde and the creatures of Jellybean Crescent Written and Illustrated by Pippa CurnickPublished by Hachette I was so looking forward to reading this and when I got my hands on it I decided to have it for a bedtime story with my children. The first thing you notice is how bright and colourful the … Continue reading Early Chapter titles to Enjoy this Summer →

2022 Middle Grade Must Reads – July

Frankie Best Hates Quests Written by Chris Smith Published by Puffin Last week I had my 2 favourite books of 2022 clearly in my mind, and I was confident that nothing was going to knock them off there spot. That was until I picked up this book, now don’t get me wrong the other two … Continue reading 2022 Middle Grade Must Reads – July →

Perfect Picture Books to enjoy together

Doctorsaurus Written by Emi-Lou MayIllustrated by Leire MartinPublished by Little Tiger This book has some hilarious content, with lots of laugh-out-loud moments to enjoy as you read the rhyming sentences, that feature throughout, to little ones. Little ones are introduced to different dinosaur species through the various characters that have injuries or illnesses requiring medical … Continue reading Perfect Picture Books to enjoy together →

2022 Middle Grade Must Reads – June (Part Two)

21% Monster Written by P.J Canning Published by Usborne on 7th July 2022 When teenager Darren is arrested for destroying his school with his bare hands Darren’s life suddenly changes. 14 year old Marek enters his life, Marek is 19% alien, and the most intelligent person in the world. He’s also the most wanted person … Continue reading 2022 Middle Grade Must Reads – June (Part Two) →

My Friend the Octopus

Helen (@helenbyles) - Britain 1877, a place where aquariums were extremely popular, especially with the upper class of society. They marvelled at all the amazing sea creatures, but there was one creature that stood out from all the rest. The beautiful Octopus. An amazing creature that even today fascinates people around the world. There is … Continue reading My Friend the Octopus →

Writes of Passage – Words to Read before you turn 13

Pick any page inside this book and inspiration awaits. It is designed perfectly for the intended reader as each 'passage' is short in text length whilst being powerful in context, and this layout allows readers to pick at what they read, and adds to the enjoyment factor when recommending or gifting this book to young … Continue reading Writes of Passage – Words to Read before you turn 13 →

Brilliant Board Books for Babies from Nosy Crow

Look, it's Roar Roar Lion Written by Camilla ReidIllustrated by Clare Youngs I absolutely love the foil detailing to the illustrations throughout this book, which feature large mammals including a zebra, monkey, hippo, and of course lion, with the sentences revealing the sounds the animals make each time too. As little ones admire the stunning … Continue reading Brilliant Board Books for Babies from Nosy Crow →

Non Fiction recommendations to Inspire and Engage

Girl power, Indian Women who took on the World Written by Neha J Hiranandani Published by Scholastic In 1998 the Indian government issued a stamp celebrating the life of Savitribal Phule. Savitribal was a rebel, married to a man when she was 9 years old, he helped her to read and write it was her … Continue reading Non Fiction recommendations to Inspire and Engage →