Set in post-war India, this incredibly warm and realistic middle-grade tale is about a young boy called Bilal. He lives in a small market town – at the time when sectarian violence is erupting between Muslims, Sikhs and Christians – and is nursing his sick father (or “Bapuji”) who is dying from cancer. Irfan Master’s…
Ultimately, what makes this book unique is the story and the way it is told.
Murder At Twilight is the most perfect ‘read under the covers by torchlight’ kind of novel. It’s deliciously atmospheric, full of twists and nail-biting moments. Clear your day – you’ll be hooked!
What Does The Crocodile Say? is super fun to read out loud, little ones LOVE to play along with the sounds and adore the emotions conveyed in Eva Montanari’s illustrations.
A lovely, fun and deliciously weird little book!
Moth will pique your interest in the world around you. Highly recommended.
It All Began When I Said Yes is packed full of fun! Simon Philip has written a story that will keep both parents and children entertained. Annabel Tempest’s illustrations are bursting with colour.
Picklewitch and Jack is the brilliantly funny new series from Claire Barker and Teemu Juhani.
a punchy, rollercoaster ride of unpredictable events.
Joanna Francis has really captured that special moment when friendships develop in childhood. Lucia & Lawrence is the perfect picture book for children beginning to form new friendships.
Angry Cookie is the hilarious new picture book from Laura Dockrill and Maria Karipidou.
10 Reasons to Love a Penguin is written by Catherine Barr and illustrated by Hanako Clulow. It is an informative non-fiction book all about… PENGUINS!
I Am The Seed That Grew The Tree contains a nature poem for every day of the year, selected by Fiona Waters and illustrated by Frann Preston Gannon
You’re Snug With Me is beautiful. Poonam Mistry’s gorgeous cover illustrations invite you to touch and feel. You want to open up the pages and see what is hidden inside – and you aren’t disappointed. Each page’s illustrations are detailed with intricate patterns in wonderful, wintry colours. The pictures are so fascinating it might be…
How to be a Lion definitely shows that you don’t have to roar to be heard.
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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!