Totally amusing, quirky and down right enjoyable in every way, The Isobel Journal from Isobel Harrop is a fresh and honest take on the teenage years. The perfect addition to any teenager’s bookshelf for sure! Organised around three central themes; Me; Friends, Otters, College & Art, plus Love, Isobel keeps her readers amused with her…
Set in the mysterious Victorian London with fantastical glimpses in to the future, Twelve Minutes to Midnight is a fast moving mystery and adventure novel with plenty of twists and turns. Montgomery Flinch’s tales of the macabre and the grotesque have taken England by storm in the last 12 months. When the reclusive fellow finally makes an…
The Children of the King by Sonya Hartnett is a multi layered intriguing novel which captures the horror, isolation and frightening aspects of WWII from a child’s perspective. Intermingled with the power, destruction and ruthlessness of England’s regal history, more specifically the path to the crown taken by Richard III, this is a fascinating novel. Two children, Cecily…
Deep, mournful, A Monster Calls is gut wrenching, sad and yet beautiful as it captures, explores and lays open Conor’s inner turmoil. “Conor screamed until he was hoarse, smashed until his arms were sore, roared until he was nearly falling down with exhaustion.” Conor is the protagonist of A Monster Calls. The monster is the subject of…
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.…
Neil Gaiman’s The Sleeper and the Spindle is a mature and sophisticated re telling of the fairy tale Sleeping Beauty. Accompanied by opulent and detailed illustrations from Chris Riddell this is a gorgeous edition to delve into. The hard cover edition has a semi transparent dust jacket, enabling you to glimpse the sleeping princess between…
A. F. Harrold and Emily Gravett have created a perfectly charming illustrated novel. The Imaginary really is something quite special. The hardcover edition of The Imaginary comes resplendent in a fabulous jacket … but the joy doesn’t stop there. Lift the cover to take a peek underneath too. Oh, and then reveal in those endpapers…
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…