The Witches The Graphic Novel – Penelope Bagieu

Combining the scariest Roald Dahl story with the skills of incredibly talented illustrator Penelope Bagieu has seen The Witches The Graphic Novel come to book shelves this month, and it is everything we could possibly want it to be and so much more besides! Stunning Illustrations - It isn't difficult to understand how Penelope Bagieu … Continue reading The Witches The Graphic Novel – Penelope Bagieu →

Flying Free-Written by Nicola Davies and Illustrated by Cathy Fisher

Telling the story of an Colin, an eleven year old boy who is excited to have received an air gun for his birthday from his older brother, enjoying sneaking around when their mum is at work so as to experience shooting the gun themselves - something their mum is not keen on and as such … Continue reading Flying Free-Written by Nicola Davies and Illustrated by Cathy Fisher →

Ten Books I am excited to share with Children this Autumn term (Part 1 of 2)

After what seemed like a Summer break that would never end, we are nearing the start of the autumn term, and whilst it will definitely be far from the sort of school day, week and term that we are used to and longing for, it does provide the opportunity to access books that have slumbered … Continue reading Ten Books I am excited to share with Children this Autumn term (Part 1 of 2) →

Summer Reading Challenge – A Middle Grade Update

Much like lots of you I am determined to read as much as possible over the summer break - not least because my list of books I want to read grows longer with each calendar month we enter! So, I am seizing the opportunity to combine my determination to enjoy some reading with the Summer … Continue reading Summer Reading Challenge – A Middle Grade Update →

Don’t Tell Him I’m A Mermaid – Laura Kirkpatrick

On the 30th April 2020 the second title in the hilarious mermaid themed series from Laura Kirkpatrick was published by Egmont, and it is everything I had hoped it would be after reading and thoroughly enjoying the first title And then I turned into a Mermaid which published in May 2019. Molly and her sisters … Continue reading Don’t Tell Him I’m A Mermaid – Laura Kirkpatrick →

Exciting Chapter Books for 7 to 9 Year Olds – Little Tiger titles publishing Today

A beautiful selection of early chapter books aimed at 7-9 year olds is publishing this summer, and these titles from Little Tiger are fantastic examples of the variety on offer, whilst always maintaining high quality content and relevance, both of which ensure that readers will engage with the books time and time again. Buddy's Story … Continue reading Exciting Chapter Books for 7 to 9 Year Olds – Little Tiger titles publishing Today →

Peeking At Picture Books – August 2020 (Part One)

As children move from Board Books to Picture Books is a huge milestone in the journey to becoming a fluent reader, and one that reads for pleasure, it gives me such joy to bring attention to titles that will definitely grab younger audiences' attention from the get go, make them laugh and smile, ensure they … Continue reading Peeking At Picture Books – August 2020 (Part One) →

Beautiful Board Books for Babies and Toddlers #2

There is no better way to encourage a love of books and reading then to introduce books and stories to babies as early as possible - even as early as in the womb! I have seen first hand the positive long term influence and effect that sharing books with babies has, to the point where … Continue reading Beautiful Board Books for Babies and Toddlers #2 →

Peeking At Picture Books – July 2020 (Part Two)

The Magic of Reading and how it makes us Time Travel – Umbrella Mouse to the Rescue Blog Tour

Feature Post by Anna Fargher, author of the Umbrella Mouse titles I was not happy at my secondary school in Suffolk. Bullying was rife, and I would often seek refuge in the school library. I learned from an early age that books gave me comfort and escape, especially when my mum became ill when I … Continue reading The Magic of Reading and how it makes us Time Travel – Umbrella Mouse to the Rescue Blog Tour →