Today we invite you to coorie doon and enjoy our latest post, as MBC reviewer Sarah Broadley welcomes illustrator Jill Calder for a special question and answer session. Question 1You have worked with many children’s writers over the years, illustrating their stories and bringing their characters to life. Do you ask them for specific information abou…
This picture book has been written and illustrated by Martellus Bennett, the Super Bowl Champion, animator, film director, educator, game designer and architect. He hopes to show that sport is an amazing way to find your own success in life, but it is not the only way. We are shown how it is possible to…
The Moonlight Mystery Agency by Vashti Hardy, illustrated by Agnes Saccani Book One in a new series! ‘The Birthday Cake Thief’ Hana is desperate to have a cat as a pet but because her younger brother, Arlo, is allergic to them, she is not allowed. Cross with her brother, she storms off to her room.…
When Zeke the monitor lizard becomes a hall monitor at his school, his life takes an unexpected turn. Persistent bullying by Pelicarnassus, a wannabe pelican supervillain comes to a head and he gets in big trouble. Fuming with himself and yet eager to show the bully that he isn’t getting away with it, he calls…
Bugz is a legend in the virtual world of the Floraverse. Her knowledge of the on-line terrain and her combat skills are second to none. This brings with it respect and awe from many but also makes her a focus for those who want to knock her off the top spot. When her brother dies…
Winner of the 2023 Yoto Carnegie Shadower’s Choice Medal for Illustration Shortlisted for the 2023 Yoto Carnegie Medal for Illustration. Nyla loves her home, where the trees stand tall, the skies are full of stars, and she can fall asleep to the sound of the waves. She and her father enjoy time spent together; they…
Mairi continues to evade an unknown assailant who will stop at nothing to get to her. What does she have that they need? What does she know that they don’t? Never staying for long in one place, Mairi is desperate to find solace in her world but wherever she ends up, they’re never far behind.…
Tia loses her new toy puffin from her trip to the zoo in the city and she thinks perhaps life is better living as she does on her island home. On and adventure to count puffins on Devil Bird Island, Tia and her friend Nat discover a stranded turtle. Discovering it has a tag; Tia…
What is love? How can we describe it to a child? In this delightful story, perfect for a bedtime read, Helen Docherty explores the many ways love can be shown. Everyday life activities such as drawing, being in the garden, at a party and so on make this easily relatable for young children. ‘If…
Wee Shona dreams magnificent dreams. Her busy day plays out in colour as she slumbers. Folk songs sung to her as the sun sets add to the array of pleasant thoughts and images she sees and feels in her very own dream land. To be ‘cooried’ is to be wrapped in warmth by those you…
Sheep love Brenda. Brenda loves sheep. They play games, share meals and all the things that friends do. Brenda even has a woolly jumper, just like the sheep. When Brenda makes her fabulous mint sauce, the sheep are excited to try out her recipe, not realising that there’s a special ingredient Brenda has been waiting…
Glory and her friend, Dennis watch the world-famous escapologist, Harry Houdini, throw himself off the pier wrapped in chains. Holding their breath, they sigh with relief as he emerges moments later. The adventure for the pair is only just beginning. After rescuing Mrs Houdini’s dog, Glory and Dennis are rewarded with tickets to the show…
12 year-old black belt, Modesty (Mo) Seto, has never let her height get in the way before. Determined to be a Taekwondo champion, she must turn around her losing streak and start winning competitions before her dreams fade. Now she needs to find a way to grow five inches for the role of a lifetime…
Frankie Parsons is a worrier. Are the smoke alarm batteries dead? Does the cat have worms? Could that odd-shaped spot on his chest be something more sinister than a freckle? Most people are gloriously untroubled. Only his Ma listens patiently to his 10pm questions. However, Frankie’s carefully controlled world starts to unravel around him…
Dr Rose is a marine biologist. Ever since she was a little girl, she was fascinated by the sea. More than that, she loves to hear the fisherfolk’s tales of a mysterious beast, called Carmella, who lives deep under the sea. One day, she decides to lead an expedition to discover the whereabouts of Carmella.…
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Ooh, this sounds fantastic!
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…