Hell’s Bells is a rollicking good middle grade adventure novel. Tatum Flynn’s follow up to the fabulous The D’Evil Diaries, is full of wit, humour and warmth. Tommy and Jinx make quite a team. Jinx is the son of the devil, but he does have a good heart. Tommy is slowly getting used to life…
I’ve long been an admirer of Gill Lewis’ writing (Scarlett Ibis), what a delight that her words are now available for emerging readers thanks to her new Puppy Academy series, aimed at 5+ readers. Puppy Academy is a gorgeous new series which is just perfect for those readers who have recently graduated on to chapter books.…
‘I should be in double maths, but instead I’m about to take charge of the country.’ The Accidental Prime Minister, written and illustrated by Tom McLaughlin, is a brilliantly humorous novel. A brilliant chapter book for fans of Wimpy Kid & Liz Pichon’s Tom Gates. 12 year old Joe Perkins lives with his mum, her unusual…
Anyone But Ivy Pocket, a mystery novel set in Victorian England, is refreshingly different to anything I’ve read before. Ivy Pocket is simply the best anti-hero you will ever meet. Completely delusional, able to miss what is right under her nose and blessed with an impossibly large ego … she’s actually really, really fun to read about.…
Dixie O’Day is from the talented hands of mother & daughter duo Shirley Hughes and Clara Vulliamy. Yes, you read those two names correctly – what a treat! This is the first in delightful illustrated chapter book series for young, newly independent readers. The short chapters make it perfect for bedtime reading! You can’t beat…
A rollicking good read from wordsmith Neil Gaiman Fortunately, the Milk ticks plenty of boxes. Firstly, this is perfect for those who have recently graduated to chapter books. Why? Gaiman’s writing has an almost picture book quality to it. The light hearted tone and clever use of repetition, are whisked together with a host of crazy characters.…
Pugs of the Frozen North is the latest collaboration between the energetic co authors Philip Reeveand Sarah McIntyre. Their illustrated novel for younger readers is a fun and ice filled race – think whacky races … with pugs. Shen is a cabin boy on the Lucky Star. Unfortunately this ship turns out to be not…
Cakes in Space is the latest chapter book from the talented duo Philip Reeve & Sarah McIntyre, and it sure is a rollicking good space adventure. Unique, quirky and immense fun this one had us on the edge of our seats. Astra is off to space. Yep! She and her family are part of a…
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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…