As soon as I started reading this new publication by Anna Hoghton, author of The Mask of Aribella (2020), I was immediately certain that this is my favourite read of 2022, and I am confident it will remain so. Orla and the Wild Hunt is instantly immersive as you are transported to Ireland with Orla … Continue reading Orla and the Wild Hunt
No Sleep for Bear - Duncan Beedie Published 7th July by Bonnier Books Bear has completed all his preparations and is ready to hibernate for the upcoming winter, but try as he may he just cannot successfully fall asleep, so he goes on a walk to try to tire himself out more, and spots other … Continue reading Picture Books – July 2022
Illustrations by Gill GillPublished by Austin Macauley Books Could you give us summary of your book Thank You, Ellie.8-year-old Grace is on a family picnic when she becomes lost in a forest. Just as hersituation becomes very difficult, a mysterious Golden Retriever, Ellie, appears. Overthe next day or so, Grace encounters some challenges, but with … Continue reading Thank You, Ellie – Interview with author Joe Burnett
Written by Sharon GoslingCover designed by Pip JohnsonCover illustrated by Kristina KisterPublished by Little TigerPerfect for readers aged 8+ Helen (@helenbyles) - Sometimes you see a book cover you know you need to read it. Well this book isone such book. The cover just hooks you in. You need to know why on the cover … Continue reading The Extraordinary Voyage of Katy Willacott
Sam (@SamJDThomas) The first thing that strikes you when you browse Word of the Day by Britannica is the absolutely stunning illustrations that accompany the variety of words that have been chosen to feature inside. The illustrations draw your eye to each word, and ignite your imagination with whatever illustrated content features on the page. … Continue reading Britannica’s Word of the Day
Today sees the publication of the explosive finale to the The Circle trilogy, written by award winning author Teri Terry. Readers can anticipate a dystopian adventure with a thrilling vibe throughout, and central to the entire plot (and series) is the environment. We join three teens - Tabby, Hayden and Denzi - as they fight … Continue reading Black Night Falling
Indigo Wilde and the creatures of Jellybean Crescent Written and Illustrated by Pippa CurnickPublished by Hachette I was so looking forward to reading this and when I got my hands on it I decided to have it for a bedtime story with my children. The first thing you notice is how bright and colourful the … Continue reading Early Chapter titles to Enjoy this Summer
Frankie Best Hates Quests Written by Chris Smith Published by Puffin Last week I had my 2 favourite books of 2022 clearly in my mind, and I was confident that nothing was going to knock them off there spot. That was until I picked up this book, now don’t get me wrong the other two … Continue reading 2022 Middle Grade Must Reads – July
Doctorsaurus Written by Emi-Lou MayIllustrated by Leire MartinPublished by Little Tiger This book has some hilarious content, with lots of laugh-out-loud moments to enjoy as you read the rhyming sentences, that feature throughout, to little ones. Little ones are introduced to different dinosaur species through the various characters that have injuries or illnesses requiring medical … Continue reading Perfect Picture Books to enjoy together
Written and illustrated by Natalia and Lauren O’ Hara Published by MacMillan Children Books Once upon a time there was a hero, a hero who needed help, your help. The Queen has asked the hero to help remove a curse, but this fairy tale is very different because its up to you what happens in … Continue reading Once Upon a Fairytale : A Choose-Your-Own Fairytale Adventure
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