I’d always wanted to write a book for as long as I can remember, but I’d never wanted to be an author! It was just something people did, an occasional activity and not an actual profession as far as I was concerned. When my children were little, in addition to reading them books I used…
Today see the release of the 2020 International Book Giving Day poster. Designed by illustrator Sanne Dufft, it truly captures the joy of reading. Isn’t it gorgeous?! February 14th, is more commonly known as… International Book Giving Day. A day focused on getting books into the hands of as many children as possible across the…
12 year-old Hani fears for his life and the life of his sister, Reema, as they work hard labour on an isolated farm day in, day out. They are told every day they are lucky to be there, to be alive but this is not the childhood he imagined, this is a prison. Their parents…
Jim Helmore and Richard Jones’s Paper Planes beautifully captures the intensity of those all-consuming childhood friendships, and the feelings that arise when you don’t get a say in the big things that happen in your life. Like your best friend Ben moving far, far away. Interestingly, this story follows Mia, the child who is left…
Marie Basting has created a brilliantly, feisty and funny character through Ava, the absolute star of Princess BMX. Ava lives in a fairytale kingdom, but, she’s totally over being a princess. It far too boring, and dull and… urgh… she’s always expected to be so prim and proper. After another day sack sledging down the…
New year = new job, right? Itchy feet? Looking for a new direction? Looking to inspire the kids? Incredible Jobs You’ve (probably) Never Heard Of by Natalie Labarre is the perfect tome for you. What a brilliant premise for a book – wish this had been around for my careers teacher back in the day.…
This is a glorious book. Beautifully produced, written and illustrated it makes for a gorgeous advent gift or, how about popping it into one of those Christmas Eve boxes I keep reading about? This heart-warming story delivers just the right amount of Christmas cheer and festive feels. How Winston Delivered Christmas is the story of…
Warning! Be prepared to lose oodles of time lost in the depths of these stunning illustrations! I spent an evening story time sharing this book with my 5 year old, he was mesmerised by the abundance of sea life beautifully captured on each suitably over-sized page. I’m used to him stalling bedtime but for once…
This year it was the 50th anniversary of man’s first step on the moon. So, it is no surprise that there has been an influx of children’s book published around the theme of space. Therefore, it would take something special for a book to stand out among the others on the shelves. What could be…
Inspired by the true story of Greta Thunberg, Zoë Tucker and Zoe Persico’s re-telling takes on a captivating fairy tale vibe as Greta and the Giants communicates Thunberg’s message. ‘There once was a girl who lived at the heart of a beautiful forest.’ The animals come to Greta for help when they realise the giants…
Illustrator Dominika Lipniewska has created a bright and engaging non-fiction book that takes the reader on a magical journey through a day in the life of a city. The distinctive graphical style of In The City makes this book stand out from other books out there. The text is simple and easy to understand, perfect…
Santa’s High-Tech Christmas is a Christmas story with a twist! Poor old Santa is having a tough time keeping up with the modern world. Those of us of a certain age will sympathise with him as he battles to keep up with gadgets and technology! His sleigh is a new super duper edition – completely…
Liz Flanagan’s Dragon Daughter, which won both the Leeds Book Award and the Calderdale Book Award, has been a firm favourite. But. Wait ’til I tell you that the second book of the series, Rise of the Shadow Dragons, is due for publication in May 2020. Oh yes! And to top that off, My Book Corner…
So, I’ve spent the last few days thinking endlessly about those sweet deep-fried little balls of goodness – galub jamun. And I’ve got YOU to blame for this Humza and Henry. I’ve seriously gained weight reading this book. If I do a repeat read, I’m in danger of not fitting into my seasonal party jumpsuit.…
It’s been 20 years since Jan Fearnley’s Little Robin Red Vest appeared, and now it’s been re-released by publishers Nosy Crow with new artwork. Even for those who have the original I can strongly recommend this beautiful edition. For the week before Christmas, Little Robin has seven warm vests to see him through the frosty…
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Great review, thanks for posting the pictures. Really makes a difference with picture book reviews. Will order for the store…
His books are a great way help kids read while soaking up important Science concepts without even knowing it. Ironically,…
Ooh, this sounds fantastic!