Chitra Soundar and Frané Lessac have teamed up to produce the intriguing picture book, Pattan’s Pumpkin, an exciting, vibrant story from India. Here Chitra gives us a great insight in to how the picture book came to be… Pattan’s Pumpkin is proof that Googling is fun and I’m good at it. Long before social media became…
Hugest welcome to Vivian French who is joining My Book Corner as part of her tour arranged by the Scottish Book Trust. She is here to share her Top Ten Evil Characters … the characters we love to hate. No 1? Just too creepy!! Is yours amongst Vivian’s selection? My top ten Evil Characters … 10.…
The one & only Mo Willems is here, at My Book Corner. On Monday 27th October the shortlist for the RCHB was announced. Voted for entirely by children, it generates such enthusiasm & excitement for discovering new books … I adore that! The unique, and brilliantly humorous Mo Willems made the shortlist in the ‘Books…
Tania McCartney and Tina Snerling have successfully collaborated on the energetic An Aussie Year, and have just released their second picture book together … Tottie & Dot. Yep, these two are the perfect pair to give My Book Corner an insider’s look at the creative process behind a successful picture book as part of their…
To celebrate #CountdownYA Laura Eve has popped into My Book Corner to share … Ten Things You Didn’t Know About … Fearsome Dreamer & The Illusionists … ’cause there really is nothing better than a peek behind the scenes of your favourite books right? (and the much anticipated The Illusionists hits bookstores on 7th August.)…
Catherine Bruton’s YA novel I Predict A Riot. Unique and fast paced, it was quite a journey. It’s a gripping novel inspired by the 2011 London Riots, together with her teaching experiences in both South London and Southern Africa. Southern Africa? I needed to find out more from Catherine. What follows is an inspiring and unique…
From the talented hands of Chae Strathie (of award winning Jumblebum fame) is a collection of … the Top Ten Oddest Characters in kid’s novels! Perfect!! Kid’s books are abound with the most amazing, bizarre and absolutely wonderful characters … but which ones stand out as the truly oddest?? Is your favourite oddest character in this…
Nurturing buzzing, life long readers is a big responsibility. Some children take to it like a duck to water, others, well a little more creativity is required. Paul Jennings, as well as being a prolific childrens’ author has a strong background in teaching and speech pathology. Oh, and he also has six children of his…
A Book About Scary caught our attention immediately. A delightful romp through the alphabet focusing on all those not so little things that kids can find frightening. Danny Katz’s well known sense of humour makes light work of wonky knee caps and pesky clowns. Whilst the illustrations of Mitch Vane adds plenty of chuckles to…
When I was a child, reading didn’t seem important. It just seemed like eating chocolate cake, or going on fairground rides – something I wanted to do a lot. Except that, unlike cake and fairgrounds, my parents were happy for me to do it over and over again. Well, within reason: I was one of…
A Virtual Cup of Tea with Tania McCartney, author and illustrator of Australia Illustrated. Tania McCartney has been writing picture book for many years, however this is the first book she has written AND illustrated. Intrigued by how this came about? Fancy a sneak peek at how a picture book comes together? Me too… Australia Illustrated…
Jo Cotterill (Looking At the Stars, Electrigirl, Library of Lemons), gave up her career as a teacher, and become a full time writer. So. Who better to offer some great advice to aspiring writers? I definitely asked the right person … witty & original you are going to enjoy reading these ‘Good Cop, Bad Cop’…
Jumping. Up. And. Down. With. Excitement. The one & only Mo Willems is here. Yes! Here! At My Book Corner. On Monday 27th October the shortlist for the RCHB was announced. I love this award – voted for entirely by children. It generates such enthusiasm & excitement for discovering new books … I adore that!…
Pick up a Crayola crayon (not an i-pad, a smartphone or a mouse). Yes, do! Any colour. Which one do you like best? (For me, Periwinkle Blue.) Did you know that the man who invented them was inspired by nature? Yes, he had a garden full of beautiful flowers (and vegetables) by the sea. He…
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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…