Books to help Children understand and express their feelings

Feelings Written by Xavier DeneuxPublished by Chronicle Books£11.99 (Hardback) As one of the titles in the Touch Think Learn series, this book focuses entirely on feelings, and dedicates a two page spread to each of those featured - joy, sadness, courage, fear, calm, anger, playful, and surprise. The coloured background of the pages reflects the … Continue reading Books to help Children understand and express their feelings →

Christmas Comes to Book-Bound (Part Three)

In this third and final christmas themed blog featuring recommendations for younger readers I hope you are able to find some inspiration for christmas gifts and shared reads, especially as these books all feature some fantastic characters, themes, and lessons for children to learn from. With role models in some and hilarious antics in others, … Continue reading Christmas Comes to Book-Bound (Part Three) →

Christmas comes to Book-Bound (Part Two)

As we edge ever nearer to Christmas 2020 I am delighted to be able to share my second blog showcasing a variety of publications that are not only brand new to the world of children's literature this year, but they also epitomise the nostalgia, excitement and anticipation of Christmas for young readers that we have … Continue reading Christmas comes to Book-Bound (Part Two) →

Moon Dog – Jane Elson

I first became a fan of Jane Elson when I had the opportunity to see her in person at a local event, at which she talked about her publications to date. Since then Jane has published a book that I only wish had existed when I was of the intended reader age, that of an … Continue reading Moon Dog – Jane Elson →

Fleur Hitchcock’s Clifftoppers Series Concludes with Sensational Finale

In April of 2019 the first in a new series of books for middle grade readers written by Fleur Hitchcock was published. The Arrowhead Moor Adventure introduces readers to cousins Aiden, Chloe, Ava and Josh, who find themselves in the middle of the most incredible of adventures whilst staying with their grandparents, amongst stunning countryside … Continue reading Fleur Hitchcock’s Clifftoppers Series Concludes with Sensational Finale →

Christmas comes to Book-Bound

Whether this December sees the start of a child's very first christmas experience or they are older, and more aware of the themes and traditions associated with this time of year, there are gorgeous books that bring the magic and fun of the holiday season into the hands, hearts and imaginations of children of all … Continue reading Christmas comes to Book-Bound →

What the Dickens? Making the Classics accessible to Young Readers – Guest Post by Catherine Bruton

I will never forget the first time I saw a teacher cry. I think it shaped the writer I became. And it is certainly at the heart of the book I’ve just written – ‘Another Twist in the Tale’, a sequel to Charles Dickens’ ‘Oliver Twist’ set in Victorian London and featuring Oliver’s long lost … Continue reading What the Dickens? Making the Classics accessible to Young Readers – Guest Post by Catherine Bruton →

The Creature Keeper – Blog Tour Q&A with Damaris Young

One of my favourite reads last year was Damaris Young's debut The Switching Hour, so when attending a Scholastic event at the start of this year that showcased books being published by themselves during 2020 I heard of Damaris' new title The Creature Keeper and have been looking forward to being able to get my … Continue reading The Creature Keeper – Blog Tour Q&A with Damaris Young →

The Book of Timeless Memories – A Poem by my Mum, inspired by Jackie Morris’ Book of Classic Nursery Rhymes

Earlier this week I shared a blog about Jackie Morris' Book of Classic Nursery Rhymes, which was very personal to me in content and context, and since writing the blog I gave the book to my mum - curious as to which nursery rhymes were significant to her, and the memories they would remind her … Continue reading The Book of Timeless Memories – A Poem by my Mum, inspired by Jackie Morris’ Book of Classic Nursery Rhymes →

The importance of sharing Nursery Rhymes

In September of this year Otter-Barry Books published an incredible collection of Nursery Rhymes that have an important message behind their stunning existence, and that is to promote them to the latest generation of parents and children alike. Who else but Jackie Morris in her talents of both an author and illustrator could do this … Continue reading The importance of sharing Nursery Rhymes →