The origin of Bear Child Bear Child is an illustrated book for 4-7 year olds. But, it didn’t start out as a story for children. My wife, Chris died three years ago from the effects of a brain tumour – I wrote it as a gift for her when she was in hospital. She loved…
Gwen Lowe works as a public health doctor in Cardiff, which is a bit like being a medical detective. Previously, she has worked as a hospital doctor and a GP, as well as a hotel washer-upper, a restaurant table cleaner and a postwoman. Her debut novel, Alice Dent and the Incredible Germs, is a quirky story…
Juliette Forrest’s debut middle grade novel, Twister is just about to hit the shelves. With a firecracker of a heroine who sees the world in her own unique way, it’s quite the adventure. Twister’s faithful friend in the story is Point – her loyal pet dog – is inspired by Juliette’s own dog Vince. Here…
UP AND DOWNS (BUT MAINLY UPS) A year ago, I was dancing on air. I’d recently landed my dream agent and within about a month of signing me, she’d negotiated a three-book deal for my Gangster School series with fabulous German Publisher, Piper Verlag. I couldn’t have been happier. Or more excited, especially when the…
The answer to a scary world can be found in scary books When the world outside is full of struggles, of troubles, and of worries, I find I like my houses full of creaks, my wardrobe full of clowns, and my bedside lamp turned off (almost). I like scares. Books have always been presented as…
With National Poetry Day fast approaching, the fabulously poetic Michael Rosen pops into My Book Corner to share Ten Great Ways To Delve Into Poetry. 1. The starting point for poetry is that it has to be something we want to read or listen to. If we make it something that has to be done to…
Horatio Clare took the Branford Boase Award last year (2016), for his impressive novel Aubrey and the Terrible Yoot. As the new winner for 2017 is soon to be announced, we reached out to Horatio Clare to find out what life has been like since winning the award. Huge congratulations on last year’s Branford Boase win. Describe…
Bigfoot, Tobin and Me is a heartwarming tale of adventure, friendship and overcoming grief from US author Melissa Savage. Lemonade’s mother named her for her favourite saying: When life gives you lemons, make lemonade. But now her mum’s dead. After relocating to her grandpa’s place in Bigfoot-obsessed Willow Creek, Lem meets Tobin. Quirky and determined, he’s…
Davide Cali, author of The Little Eskimo (2013), Santa’s Suit, 10 Little Insects (2012), and a plethora of clever, witty picture books has produced an awesome range of images pointing out 15 VERY good reasons to pick up a book. Full of Cali’s trademark humour, you won’t want to miss these! Thanks to Wilkins Fargo, from 1st December…
Ever wanted to be a totally ineffective author? Ever wondered what makes a truly ineffective author, well, ineffective? Look no further, Caleb Krisp – highly effective author of Anyone But Ivy Pocket, and Somebody Stop Ivy Pocket, is here to answers your questions in this not to be missed post … FIVE HABITS OF HIGHLY…
To say an awful lot of time, energy, imagination and cups of coffee go into creating a new novel would be an understatement. But. When it’s all done, dusted and appearing on book shelves … as an author how do you go about choosing your favourite scenes? The ones you feel are the real stand…
Huge welcome to YA novelist Nick Cook, who joins My Book Corner as part of the huge #UKYAExtravaganza tour. Nick has a passion for science and astronomy, often blogging about the latest mind-blowing discoveries made in quantum physics. He once even soloed a light aircraft, an experience he tapped into for Cloud Riders. Nick’s intriguing guest…
Who are the best & worst teachers in children’s fiction? They do have a very real impact don’t they?! Pamela Butchart, winner of the Blue Peter Book Award 2015, has done it all – picture books, middle grade books. I’m absolutely delighted that she has popped in to My Book Corner to share her teacher…
You have a must-read book list right? What are the essential novels that you think everyone simply must read? You know the ones … Those novels that linger in your thoughts long after you’ve devoured the final lines. Those novels that you tell everyone, & I mean everyone, to read immediately. Those novels that ignite…
My Book Corner is absolutely delighted to welcome author Annalie “A. J.” Grainger (Captive), as part of the YA Shot Blog tour 2016. She shares her Top Tips for Researching a Novel, plus a brilliant insight to her next novel – In Your Light. YA Shot is an author-run, author-led Young Adult and Middle Grade…
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Great review, thanks for posting the pictures. Really makes a difference with picture book reviews. Will order for the store…
I often hope to find interviews with Margaret Wild who fascinates me and whose work I adore. Thoroughly enjoyed this…