Big Cat by Emma Lazell
Big Cat, the debut picture book from Emma Lazell, is a hilarious tale about what could happen if you loose your glasses.
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Mo, Lottie and the Junkers from Jennifer Killick
Read more: Mo, Lottie and the Junkers from Jennifer KillickThe next new series from Jennifer Killick has kicked off. And, it’s a real cracker if book one – Mo, Lottie and the Junkers – is anything to go by. Fresh, original and chock-a-block full of Jennifer’s trademark witty dialogue.
Maryam Al Serkal – Author Interview
Read more: Maryam Al Serkal – Author InterviewAbsolutely delighted to welcome Maryam Al Serkal, author of Mira’s Curly Hair – a picture book created with illustrator Rebeca Luciani. Here she answers My Book Corner’s infamous questions… Tell us about you in 25 words or less. I’m mother to a boy and a girl. I love to read. I write poetry. I’m spiritual but…
Guest Post: Researching the Future by Fiona Shaw
Read more: Guest Post: Researching the Future by Fiona ShawEvery wondered how a writer goes about researching information for their latest creation? Ever pondered the lengths they might go to in order to ensure every detail is as accurate as possible? Well, wonder no more, OutWalkers novelist Fiona Shaw describes the crazy situations she found herself in the midst of her creative process… …
Nicola Kinnear – Author & Illustrator Interview
Read more: Nicola Kinnear – Author & Illustrator InterviewHave you met Logan yet? He’s the very shy character in Nicola Kinnear’s debut picture book, A Little Bit Brave. It’s wonderfully gorgeous, and so we invited the creator into My Book Corner to have a little chat. Tell us about you in 25 words or less. I am an illustrator and storyteller living just…
My Journey to Publication – Guest Post by James Nicol
Read more: My Journey to Publication – Guest Post by James NicolMy publication journey was one of surprise, chance, hard work and luck!
A Witch Come True – James Nicol
Read more: A Witch Come True – James NicolThat bittersweet moment, when a much cherished book series comes to an end. Sob! A Witch Come True marks the final installment of James Nicol’s trilogy, it all started with The Apprentice Witch – and our first encounter with Arianwyn and the town of Lull. WARNING: With frequent mentions of steaming mugs of hot chocolates,…
Martin Howard – Author Interview
Read more: Martin Howard – Author InterviewMartin Howard has written a plethora of books – fiction, non-fiction, for both children and adults – under his own and made-up names. Intriguing! Delighted that Martin Howard has popped into My Book Corner today to answer our infamous questions… Tell us about you in 25 words or less. I’m the sort of person who…
Cover Reveal: The Titanic Detective Agency
Read more: Cover Reveal: The Titanic Detective AgencySuper excited to be revealing the cover of Lindsay Littleson’s new book to you today. Created by Anne Glennie, the cover of The Titanic Detective Agency is revealed via a video no less! Ta-dah… Psst once you’ve admired its beauty, scroll down for a few words from Lindsay Littleson about Anne Glennie’s cover. “The Titanic Detective…
Cover Reveal: How To Be Extraordinary from Rashmi Sirdeshpande & Annabel Tempest
Read more: Cover Reveal: How To Be Extraordinary from Rashmi Sirdeshpande & Annabel TempestHow To Be Extraordinary is the exciting picture book from debut writer Rashmi Sirdeshpande, and illustrator Annabel Tempest.
Waterstones Childrens Books Prize 2019: Shortlist Announced
Read more: Waterstones Childrens Books Prize 2019: Shortlist AnnouncedThe short list for the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize 2019 has been announced. What a stunning list. We’ve spied some My Book Corner favourites, AND a My Book Corner reviewer has made the list. We’re jumping for joy here! HUGE congratulations to all those who made the shortlist… Illustrated Books 100 Dogs by Micheal Whaite Julian…
Cicada – Shaun Tan
Read more: Cicada – Shaun TanCicada is the stunning new picture book from the master of storytelling, Shaun Tan. He takes us on an emotional journey, and then, right there in those final pages BAM! he takes us on a twist that was so unexpected and so delightful. Pure genius. Cicada is the most loyal of employees. He works hard,…
Sing To The Moon – Nansubuga Nagadya Isdahl & Sandra van Doorn
Read more: Sing To The Moon – Nansubuga Nagadya Isdahl & Sandra van DoornLantana Publishing have really launched into the publishing world with some absolutely stunning, thoughtful picture books. It’s always a great post day when one of their publications arrives (You’re Snug With Me, Tomorrow, ). The latest arrival, Sing To The Moon from Nansubuga Nagadya Isdahl & Sandra van Doorn, didn’t fail to disappoint. ‘If I had one…
Melissa Savage – Author Interview
Read more: Melissa Savage – Author InterviewFrom the author of the critically acclaimed Bigfoot, Tobin & Me, comes a heart- warming and quirky tale packed full of Melissa Savage’s trademark warmth and wit. The Truth About Martians is set against the backdrop of the famous Roswell UFO site, Mylo and Dibs try to discover the truth about the creatures they find inside…
Door – JiHyeon Lee
Read more: Door – JiHyeon LeeFrom the creator who gave us Pool, comes another glorious wordless picture book. Welcome to JiHyeon Lee’s Door. Now this story begins with the endpapers at the very beginning. Don’t ever forget those, particularly in the case of this book. Or, you won’t know how that all important key appears. When our narrator is shown…
I often hope to find interviews with Margaret Wild who fascinates me and whose work I adore. Thoroughly enjoyed this…