Graffeg Picture Books

Helen- Graffeg publish some really good picture books, here is a selection of some of my favourites. Lo and Behold! Mouse & Mole Written by Joyce Dunbar Illustrations by James Mayhew This is a wonderful series of books about 2 friends mouse and mole. In this book Christmas is coming but mole feels it is … Continue reading Graffeg Picture Books →

Exclusive interview with Sally Doherty, author of Toby and the Silver Blood Witches

After reading and thoroughly enjoying Toby and the Silver Blood Witches I was keen to find out more about what had inspired author Sally Doherty to write this first in a new series for 8-12 year olds, and her journey to publication, so I invited Sally to take part in an interview for the blog, … Continue reading Exclusive interview with Sally Doherty, author of Toby and the Silver Blood Witches →

BookBound review The Red Gloves and Other Stories

Written by Catherine Fisher Published by Firefly Press Helen I couldn’t wait to read this book, The cover is amazing and I was drawn to it. The book consists of 9 different stories that are all magical. Of course you will have your own favourite story. My favourite one is the title story Red Gloves. In it, a … Continue reading BookBound review The Red Gloves and Other Stories →

2022 Middle Grade Must Reads – February (Part One)

Be sure to check out January recommendations here. Escape Room Written by Christopher Edge Publishes on 3rd February by Nosy Crow Well what can I say, there was so much talk on twitter about ghost book, I had to get myself a copy. By the beginning of chapter 2 I desperately wanted a go in the Escape room, … Continue reading 2022 Middle Grade Must Reads – February (Part One) →

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) →

2022 Middle Grade Must Reads – January

Uki and the Ghostburrow Written by Kieran Larwood Illustrations by David Wyatt Published by Faber Uki is a legend, he is famous throughout the land. So when Rue needs an antidote, the Arukhs agree to help but in exchange they want a story in return. This is my first book that I’ve read in the … Continue reading 2022 Middle Grade Must Reads – January →

2022 Begins on BookBound with reflections on 2021

Whilst it is difficult to believe we are already on the other side of Christmas and the New Year (where did that time go?), and that Children have returned to school this week, it does mean that we at team BookBound are back to doing what it is we love best - sharing content from … Continue reading 2022 Begins on BookBound with reflections on 2021 →

Helen’s Middle Grade Must Reads – December (1)

The Secret Animal Society Written by Luke Gamble Published by Scholastic When Edie’s parents go missing, she is sent to live with an uncle she has never met. She finds he lives in the middle of nowhere, she discovers he is a vet. Soon she joins him on a wild adventure to save a Yeti. … Continue reading Helen’s Middle Grade Must Reads – December (1) →

Navigating Non-Fiction – My Favourite Titles of 2021 (Part Two)

Now I love nothing more than picking up a non fiction book and learning something interesting. Here’s a round up of some of my favourites that have been recently published. You can check out part one of my round up here. A Different Sort of Normal Written and Illustrated by Abigail Balfe Published by Puffin Both of … Continue reading Navigating Non-Fiction – My Favourite Titles of 2021 (Part Two) →