The Cloud Thief Written by James Nicol Published by Chicken House The environment means a lot to me, I recycle a lot , try to use less electricity and the weather interests me. So I was really interested in this book when I heard about it. I like nothing more than laying in bed reading … Continue reading Middle Grade Must Reads – July 2024 (Part Four)
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Middle Grade Must Reads – July 2024 (Part Three)
Secrets of the Snakestone Written by Piu DasGupta Zélie is often accused of being a witch, but she doesn’t believe in magic. Until Jules climbs up from the reeking Parisian sewer and hands Zélie the golden locket he discovered there. The locket once held the magical Snakestone, and Zélie knows that if she can find … Continue reading Middle Grade Must Reads – July 2024 (Part Three)
The Nine Night Mystery
I have never had the fortune of reading a book written by Sharna Jackson, author of titles including High Rise Mystery, Mic Drop ( High Rise Mystery 2), and The Good Turn, and then her newest title was due to be published and I had the opportunity to read and review it for this blog … Continue reading The Nine Night Mystery
Middle Grade Must Reads – July 2024 (Part Two)
The Floating Witch Mystery Written by Nicki Thornton When my cat was born she was miles away from the queue when brains were being handed out. There’s absolutely nothing in between her ears so whenever I read a book in this series I find myself looking at her and wishing she could be just like … Continue reading Middle Grade Must Reads – July 2024 (Part Two)
Middle Grade Must Reads – July 2024 (Part One)
Wildsmith: City of Secrets Written by Liz Flanagan Illustrations by Joe Todd-Stanton The first book in the series was amazing and I couldn’t wait to catch up with Rowan in this latest instalment. Rowan starts to embrace her gifts as a magical wildsmith who heals and speaks to animals. But saving a young pegasus brings … Continue reading Middle Grade Must Reads – July 2024 (Part One)
A Ship in the Dark
Upon first glance of this latest book by Yarrow Townsend I was immediately curious as to the title and the stunning book cover design portraying what could only be a brave and adventurous cliff climbing girl, a girl who is surrounded by a stunning ocean view. This book is published by Chicken House, who never … Continue reading A Ship in the Dark
Middle Grade Must Reads – June 2024 (Part Two)
The November Witches Written by Jennifer Claessen The November Witches is the follow up to the excellent October Witches . The October Witches follows Clem, a young witch experiencing her first time with magic. Coming from a family of witches, Clem has watched every woman in her family grow and play with her magic. But … Continue reading Middle Grade Must Reads – June 2024 (Part Two)
Delta and the Lost City
Often, in my home, I will express to my children my excitement for new books and blogging opportunities that have arrived, and one of those occasions happened to be with my 15 year old son with whom I shared Umbrella Mouse, Anna's debut title, with. The mere mention of Anna's name to him conjured up … Continue reading Delta and the Lost City
Lost In Time
Post written by Dawn Treacher More and more in my job I’m using books to aid me in explaining situations to children and this is going to be another that I will be using.For Connie’s Gran time is shrinking due to dementia, and it’s as if Gramps has a secret he will never tell; but … Continue reading Lost In Time
Culhwch and Olwen – Blog Tour
If there is ever the opportunity to read a book written by Catherine Fisher then you are in for a treat, and this latest title, Culhwch and Olwen, is a prime example of her fantastic writing and incredible storytelling. This is the first publication from Graffeg's new imprint, Cadno, and they have picked a gem … Continue reading Culhwch and Olwen – Blog Tour
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