Me and Mister P is a charming book for younger readers 7+, from Marier Farrer. Arthur finds life unfair and difficult at times dealing with his little brother Liam but one day a huge polar bear with a suitcase turns up on the doorstep. Although it’s never expressly stated, Liam is plainly on the autistic…
Edie is the wonderfully fun picture book from author/illustrator Sophy Henn. ‘Hello! My name is Edie. I am EVER so helpful.’ No really, she is… honest! This is a giggle inducing picture book about the most endearing character, Edie – who is keen as mustard to help absolutely everyone in her family. She helps her…
Strong-willed and stubborn,12-year old Janet is constantly at war with her Granna. She doesn’t want to fetch water from the well or make bere for the men after their long day, she wants to help cut the bent or go out on the fishing boats and pull in the nets. It’s so unfair! The year…
With the Summer Holidays fast approaching, there’s no better time to be ready with a pile of wonderful books. My Book Corner has put together an exciting list of middle grade novels … Alex Sparrow and The Really Big Stink by Jennifer Killick A rollickingly good read, with plenty of laughs. Mold And The Poison Plot…
Getting totally hooked on a book, and then discovering there are more in the series is a moment of pure joy don’t you think? With that in mind I’ve put together a list of my favourite, recent MG series with the aim of introducing you to some new and exciting books. Feel free to add…
My Book Corner has sifted through the plethora of Dad themed books to bring you the very best books for Father’s Day. Father’s Day is on the 16th June 2019 for UK & United States, 1st September 2019 for Australia. We highly recommend these books – we’ve read them, shared them and enjoyed them. Click…
My Book Corner has put together a GREAT selection of picture books which are perfect for sharing during the run up to Mother’s Day. When is Mother’s Day? UK 22nd March 2020 Australia & USA 10th May 2020 [row][/row] You may also like our collection of the Best Father’s Day Books for Children
It’s that time of year… every step fraught with muddy puddle danger. Park the car in the wrong spot… and suddenly you’re armpit deep in a boghole! And the kids seem to have a sixth sense for seeking out puddles, like little sludge-seeking missiles. No doubt thanks to a certain Pig who shall not be…
The Stars at Oktober Bend is an all encompassing novel from talented writer Glenda Millard. Millard’s absorbing narrative alternates between her two main characters, Alice and Manny. Alice is fifteen. A horrific attack left her with a brain injury, she finds solace in the words she can write, the words that she has difficulty saying…
We Are Giants is the debut novel by Amber Lee Dodd that is being described as “A total page-turner” by Jacqueline Wilson. The story centres on the family of nine year-old Sydney at a time when things are not going well. Sydney’s mum is only 124cm tall, the perfect height according to Sydney. But Mum…
Cowgirl from GR Gemin is a delightful chapter book – an adventure told in a wonderful conversational style with a hint of Welsh dialect. It’s friendly, refreshing and absorbing. Gemma lives in Wales. Her dad is in prison for fraud, her brother is annoying and her mum struggles to makes ends meet. Then there’s school.…
Sweet Pizza is the second novel from G R Gemin. Known for his award winning Cowgirl, Gemin’s second novel demonstrates the same engrossing narrative, well formed characters and heart warming storyline that ear marked her debut for success. Gemin’s narrative centres around Joe who lives in South Wales. After school he helps out his mum…
‘We are cheering books today,’ declared Robin Ince before announcing the winners of the Carnegie and Greenaway Medals, along with the inaugural winners of the Amnesty CILIP Honour. Chris Riddell, Sarah Crossan, Robin Tulley and Ross Collins huge congratulations to you. Congratulations to Chris Riddell, winner of the Kate Greenaway Medal for The Sleeper and…
A Library of Lemons is the wonderful novel from writer Jo Cotterill. Full of warmth and compassion it’s an incredibly addictive read which pulls the reader in to the world of Calypso. Calypso and her dad are struggling to cope since the death of Calypso’s mum. Calypso’s dad has become increasingly distance and teaches Calypso…
Little Bits of Sky, from debut author S. E. Durrant, is a gem of a novel pulling you in from the very first lines, ‘This is the story of a time when my life turned upside down. Not that it was the right way up before,’ … then doesn’t let you go until you reach the…
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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!