Dyslexia Friendly Titles from Barrington Stoke – April 2024 (Part One)

Ever since becoming aware of Barrington Stoke's fantastic titles they publish primarily for the benefit of dyslexic readers, of all ages and reading stages, I have come to really appreciate the invaluable resources they provide as we look to offer reading for pleasure opportunities to all children. Printed on yellow paper, as required for dyslexic … Continue reading Dyslexia Friendly Titles from Barrington Stoke – April 2024 (Part One) →

The Royal Jewel Plot

Written by A.M. Howell Published by Usborne I loved the first book in the series and the ending was mind blowing, the copy I bought for the school library is never there, it is always on loan. I was so happy when book 2 popped through my letterbox and knowing I was going to be … Continue reading The Royal Jewel Plot →

Crookhaven – The Forgotten Maze

Written by J.J. Arcanjo Crookhaven was an absolutely brilliant book and the concept was so unique. A school for would be crooks and thieves. I completely demolished the book in one sitting and the wait for book 2 was so long. So when I got my hands on it, it didn’t take me long to … Continue reading Crookhaven – The Forgotten Maze →

When the Wild Calls

Never has a book been so aptly named as this, for the wild certainly does call to you whilst (and long after reading) When the Wild Calls by Nicola Penfold. For those of us who have read, and thoroughly enjoyed, Where the World Turns Wild, published in February 2020 it is such a delight to … Continue reading When the Wild Calls →

Impossible Creatures

Written by Katherine Rundell This book had some really good reviews on social media that I knew I needed to read it. I love MG books and will read most of them but my all time favourite books contain magic, dragons, a visit to a magical world, and that kind of thing, so everything I … Continue reading Impossible Creatures →

The Doll Twin – Double Feature

Helen (@HelenByles): After I’d finished reading this book I started to worry that whatever I wrote for this review wouldn't do the book justice. I started to worry I won’t be able to find the words needed. So maybe it's best to start with the cover, a cover that lovers of spooky books will love. … Continue reading The Doll Twin – Double Feature →

Middle Grade Must Reads – April 2024 (Part One)

The Beast and the Bethany : Child of the Beast Written by Jack Meggitt-Phillips Every librarian/blogger has their own special author who means something to them, and who they will always champion. In my case it’s Jack Meggitt Phillips. Jack was the first author I had visit my school in my role of school librarian … Continue reading Middle Grade Must Reads – April 2024 (Part One) →

Glassborn

Written by Peter Bunzl Illustrations by Katarzyna Doszla I absolutely adored Magicborn and it is a very popular book at school, so I was extremely excited when Glassborn was released. Described by the author as A standalone-sequel to MAGICBORN this promised so much and I couldn't wait to dive in. Fairy Tree, tall and grand, … Continue reading Glassborn →

Ember Spark And The Thunder Of Dragons

True magic comes from within.... When it comes to reading there is nothing I love more then a book that offers you a completely unique reading experience, inviting you in to the story from its very beginning, taking you on an unforgettable adventure, and leaving you feeling as though you, the reader, were a key … Continue reading Ember Spark And The Thunder Of Dragons →

Chapter Book Must Reads – March 2024 Part Two

The Glorious Race of Magical Beasts Written by Alex Bell Alex Bell has written some of the best MG books around, so this had a lot to live up to. I started this book as soon as it arrived. And how delighted I was that there was a strong link to libraries and books. Twelve-year-old … Continue reading Chapter Book Must Reads – March 2024 Part Two →