Catherine Emmett ensures we will never think of ‘trick or treat’ in the same way again! Down a ‘twisty, turny path,’ through a ‘winding, wailing wood,’ in a ‘creepy, creaky house,’ lives a witch. In her quest to cast a spell to sniff out an ogre, one important ingredient is missing – a little girl.…
by Rachael Davis and Mike Byrne Joy, fun, happiness, celebration, cakes, ice-cream, bubbles and butterflies; ‘The Dinosaur Who Came To Dinner‘ by Rachael Davis and illustrated by Mike Byrne is a perfect recipe for fun and laughter. On a very hot day, Mum and her little girl feel like they are melting when the…
Get ready for some Halloween hilarity with Witch’s New Trick With hilarious rhymes by Caroline Crowe and creepy-but-cute illustrations by Jess Pauwels, this one will have you howling from page one (and not in a werewolf way). Meet Hazel Broomstick, a well-meaning witch with a serious case of the hiccups—disaster! With every hic, her spells go wildly wrong,…
Today, we are thrilled to welcome a very special guest to our blog—Claire Freedman, author of the bestselling Aliens Love Underpants series. Claire joins us as part of our exciting blog tour celebrating the release of her hilarious new picture book, Dragons Love Underpants. In Dragons Love Underpants, Claire introduces us to a fiery new…
I’m so excited to be part of the blog tour for Step Into My Shoes, written by Alkisti Halikia and beautifully illustrated by Fotini Tikkou. This delightful picture book tells the story of Matou, a little girl whose curiosity about the lives of others helps her develop a deeper understanding of empathy in…
I recently had the pleasure of diving into Pandora and the Story Forge, the gorgeous debut picture book by Gaynor Andrews, and I have to say, it’s an enchanting read. Whether you’re a parent, a teacher, or just a lover of beautifully illustrated stories, this is one to add to your collection. The…
Here at My Book Corner, we’re always on the lookout for books that not only educate but also inspire wonder in children. The “Tell Me About…” series by Emily Dodd, beautifully illustrated by Chorkung, achieves just that. Today, we’re diving into two standout titles: Tell Me About…Planet Earth Our planet is a fascinating place,…
Yee ha, adventurers! The Highland Cowgirl by Louisa McDougall, with enchanting illustrations by Sarah Lovell, is a delightful tale about dreams, determination, and the true spirit of a cowgirl. Meet Hanna, a young girl living in the bustling Wild West End of the city. Despite the concrete courtyards and busy streets, Hanna’s heart belongs to the…
SO delighted to be hosting today’s blog tour guest post – Top 5 Tips for Writing In Rhyme – by the Queen of Rhyme herself, the inimitable @catherine_emmett_author! A must read for all picture book people! Catherine’s latest book The Rainbow Flamingo is written in the author’s signature FLAWLESS rhyme. It’s all about embracing your…
This exciting new picture book has a winning combination of beautiful prose and gorgeous illustrations that make it a delight for both the ears and the eyes. The story explores what a day out in the city looks like for a child who lives more rurally and, as village dwellers, I’ve often caught my…
It’s spring (some of the time) and these three picture books are just perfection for ushering in this new season and coaxing us out of our wintry cocoons. WE ARE THE WIBBLY by Sarah Tagholm & Jane McGuinness The bold and brave voice of this picture book, with author Sarah Tagholm’s use of quirky grammar and…
It’s the night before Eid and preparations for Hana’s favourite celebration are fully underway. There are cakes to be iced, a feast to be cooked, and special clothes to be ironed…but, with so much to do, it’s all hands on deck and Hana has been entrusted with a job of her own – to…
It’s no fun being orange. Or so Kevin The Orange thought. He tried being different and met new friends along the way but none of the other colours suited him. Red, green, yellow, blue and many more just didn’t make him feel like himself. It wasn’t long before Kevin decided that being orange…
This picture book’s intriguing title, coupled with Yu Rong’s dynamic artwork, immediately made made want to dip in to its seaside colours and learn more about the joyous moment splashed on the cover. The child narrator is curious about the boy who lives next door – an autistic boy who loves to lick the…
Luna Scope is determined to be an astronaut. She has her spacesuit, helmet and rocket, and is ready to launch into orbit. With a few more training years ahead of her as she’s only seven, her granny helps her make sure she is ready to zoom into space when the time comes. From…
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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…