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…
Iona found a hoolet with a damaged wing. She wasn’t sure whether she should keep it indoors, after all, they were meant to fly. She nursed Brodie back to health and they became firm friends. When Brodie finds a way out of the house, Iona searches for him. She meets her farmer and his…
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,…
Delighted to share a Q&A by MBC’s Sarah Broadley and fantastic children’s author Clare Harlow! Read on to discover what went on behind the scenes with her debut Tidemagic: The Many Faces of Ista Flit and how the book came to be! Shelwich seems like a nice quiet seaside town until we delve…
Ahhh. What can I say? Natasha Farrant has done it again with a brilliant new adventure that’s sure to captivate young readers. The story brings together Skylar and Yakov, two children facing their own tough situations. Skylar’s life has been turned upside down by her grandad’s stroke, leaving her feeling out of place and struggling…
Honey is the best Scout Bee in her hive. She is always finding new flowers for the bees to collect pollen which helps the whole hive thrive. As she flies around she meets bees from other hives but they’re having trouble finding any pollen because Honey’s hive gets there first. This makes Honey…
Nothing good ever comes from a visit to Nimble Lane. The entrance appears out the corner of Ista Flit’s eye when she’s least expecting it and only when the tide is right. Ista finds herself in the narrow, shadow-filled street, the smell of the sea and the closeness of the mist bearing down as she…
Hopping onto the Olympics bandwagon to share Winner Takes Gold by Eloise Smith – a compelling middle-grade mystery set at a junior Olympic gymnastics training camp. The plot follows Pearl, a young gymnast, and her friends as they navigate the complexities of friendship, trust, rivalries…and competition-fuelled drama and sabotage! The mystery escalates as the…
MBC’s own Sarah Broadley has been putting author Mina Ikemoto Ghosh through her paces today with a fantastic Q&A about the author-illustrator’s YA title – Hyo The Hellmaker. Delighted to share Mina’s generous insights about her process, inspiration and challenges. 1. Hyo the Hellmaker has many twists and turns throughout the narrative. A…
Hyo Hakai is the Thirty Third Hellmaker. Following in the footsteps of those who have gone before, the bodies go to her when they die and her role is to investigate their death and avenge their demise. Conjuring hells for a price is all in a days work for Hyo but things are about…
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…
Alyssa and the Spell Garden by Alexandra Sheppard is an absolute gem of a book that blends magic, nature, and a dash of Jamaican culture into an enchanting story that’s perfect for middle-grade readers. The story centres around Alyssa, an 11-year-old girl of Jamaican descent who discovers she has magical abilities when she goes…
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…
12 year-old Luca Verani knows exactly how his life is going to pan out. He doesn’t need to sit exams or do homework, he’s going to run his families ice cream cafè like his dad and grandad before him. When he hears rumours of the cafè closing down, he must do everything he can to…
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…
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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…