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
Grumpfort Written by Jamie Hammond Published By Usborne. This had such good reviews on social media that I was so delighted when a proof copy fell through my letterbox. I couldn’t wait to meet Mo and go on an adventure. I wasn’t disappointed. Meet Mo, the worst monster hunter ever, in this hilarious and highly … Continue reading Middle Grade Must Reads – April 2025 (Part Three)
The Haunting of Fortune Farm Written by Sophie Kirtley I do enjoy a Sophie Kirkley book and I have always thought she is unrated as an author. Twelve-year-old Edie embarks on an exciting and chilling adventure as she searches for a long-lost Viking hoard. But there are ghosts around Edie who want the past to … Continue reading Middle Grade Must Reads – April 2025 (Part Two)
The Light Thieves and the Terrifying Dawn Written by Helen Duggan The previous two books in the series were so good that I couldn't wait for the 3rd and final book in the series. People know that the sun is being stolen by tech-billionaire Howard Hansom, who's been spinning everyone a massive lie.The only person who can stop him … Continue reading Middle Grade Must Reads – 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
by Barbara Henderson Essential Kit for heading to the hills Bringing the right kit is one of the most important ways to keep yourself safe in the hills. Here are some things to think about: The kit you need will depend a lot on the type of activity you are planning, and what the conditions … Continue reading I Don’t DO Mountains – Guest Post
When publicity over the prequel to this title circulated I was immediately captivated by the concept of a spooky story that was actually set in my home county of Suffolk, and it being set in a boarding school only further ensured I was going to be reading that book at the earliest opportunity. I was … Continue reading Shadowhall Academy – Ghost Story Society
Written by Fleur Hitchcock Published by Nosy Crow Cover design by Robert Ball Sam Anyone who knows me well would be able to tell you that my ultimate destination location will always be Lyme Regis in Dorset. If you haven't ever been then invisage that picture perfect coastal destination and you'd be on the right … Continue reading Our Must Read Recommendation – Murder at Wintertide (Double Review)
Chronicles of Whetherwhy : The Age of Enchantment Written by Anna James Illustrations David Wyatt Pubished by HarperCollins First in a brand-new fantasy series from acclaimed author Anna James, filled with magic and exciting adventure In Whetherwhy, everyone has magic inside them – grown from the changing seasons of spring, summer, autumn and winter. But … Continue reading Middle Grade Must Reads – February 2025
Lockett & Wilde's Dreadfully Haunting Mysteries: The Ghosts of the Manor Written by Lucy Strange Illustrated by Pam Smy Matilda Lockett is used to playing the role of Poor Dead Edna on stage with her spirit-medium aunt, Signora Valentina, and theatrical uncle Barnabus – but when they all decamp to Beauchamp Manor to deal with … Continue reading Middle Grade Must Reads – February 2025 (Part Two)
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