Rana the snow fox gets lost in a snow storm. Alone and scared, she’s unsure who to trust to help her find her way. She accepts the friendship of a polar bear and they travel through the white-out together to safety. As they go, they take in the beauty of the world they live in,…
There’s nothing quite like a cosy, comforting book when the winter nights draw in and these fantastic children’s authors have the perfect stories to curl up with! Wolf and Bear written and illustrated by Kate Rolfe Stunningly illustrated and gorgeous to read aloud, author-illustrator Kate Rolfe has brought us a touching, gentle…
Delighted to be sharing an extract from the wonderful TIGGY THISTLE AND THE LOST GUARDIANS by the brilliant Chris Riddell today. The second and final book in The Cloud Horse Chronicles duology is generously sprinkled with stunning two-colour illustration’s in the author’s inimitable style. The artwork and character portraits marry beautifully with the written…
Hank loves summer. Hoog loves winter. When autumn arrives and the leaves begin to fall, they both know that the weather is about to change. Hank isn’t looking forward to the cold. Hoog is excited to play in the snow. Hank doesn’t want to play on the ice and Hoog doesn’t want to stay inside.…
A longer than normal picture book, this fabulous creation from Maggie O’Farrell & Daniela Jagalenka Terrazzini is a magical tale. Where Snow Angels Go tells the story of Sylvie who, lying in bed one night, hears some very strange sounds. “Have you ever woken suddenly, in the middle of the night, without knowing why?” A…
The marvellous Yuval Zommer is back- with a gorgeous, sumptuous picture book celebrating the wonder of snow. “Fox and Hare were born in the spring, grew up in the summer, and were best of friends by autumn.” As winter approaches, they hear from Tern that snow is on its way. “But what exactly was snow?”…
When I heard that Yuval Zommer had created a Christmas delight I knew I had to read it! Already a big fan of Zommer’s beautiful illustrations and ‘Big Book of’ series and an extreme lover of the festive season I guessed that the The Tree That’s Meant To Be was meant for me! The…
The Albie books by Caryl Hart and Ed Eaves are always packed full of fun and bold, beautiful illustrations. This new Albie adventure, How To Ride A Polar Bear (the 8th in the series) is no exception. This time Albie is off to the “fusty and dusty” museum and is not thrilled about it. But from the…
A novel filled with atmosphere and charm, Fisher’s The Clockwork Crow will leave you spellbound. A charming middle-grade novel, perfect for snuggling up with during Winter!
The Gritterman, both written and illustrated by Orlando Weeks, is a picture book quite unlike any other. The central hero of the book, is none other than the gritterman himself. A man who has dedicated his life to a job his does with pride, so much pride. But. Tonight is his last night – as…
Stina from Lani Yamamoto, is a beautifully written & delicately illustrated picture book about friendship. Stina dislikes the cold so much she won’t even eat ice cream. She dreads the Winter coming every year. And so, every year she makes all the plans and preparations necessary to ensure she doesn’t have to face the outside.…
Robin’s Winter Song is a beautifully written and illustrated picture book from Suzanne Barton. Robin is happily singing from the trees, enjoying ‘a beautiful autumn day’ when something very confusing happens. As he visits squirrel, owl and bear he learns of this person called winter who is coming soon. Very soon. Winter seems very mysterious…
Bear Has a Story to Tell is the latest collaboration from Caldcott Medal winners, Philip and Erin Stead. The gentleness, warmth and delicate touches of humour that were evident in the award winning A Sick Day for Amos McGee, are all here too. It truly is a great picture book. ‘It was almost winter and…
This little penguin is the cute and incredibly endearing character of Salina Yoon’s picture book Penguin and Pinecone. Penguin and Pinecone opens with those beautifully simplistic illustrations. Crisp black lines, vivid colours … and did I mention that penguin? When Penguin discovers a ‘curious object’ (better know to you and I as a pinecone) he…
Stay notified of new posts!
“Being a very small, but perfectly formed, children’s indie publisher, it’s often hard for us to get our fantastic titles noticed by the wider reading public, so we are so thankful for the wonderful team at My Book Corner for their support and insightful reviews. Having My Book Corner in our corner, helps make all the difference, giving a platform for our authors and illustrators to shine.”
Alan Windram, Director of award-winning children’s publisher, Little Door Books.
With so many good children’s’ books to choose from, it always helps to get a trusted recommendation, that’s precisely what My Book Corner is here for.
My Book Corner consists of a team of published authors, budding authors, TV script writers, teachers, journalists and all-round book enthusiasts offering you a carefully curated list of books that we love, and more often than not, absolutely adore.
Books to make you laugh, cry, cringe and shriek. Books that fire the imagination and will ultimately shape the childhood of generations of children to come.
My Book Corner has been around since 2011 and plan to be here for many more years to come.
activity (39) adventure (403) animal (224) Australia (60) Australian Author (197) Author Interview (192) bedtime (23) Best Book 2017 (24) books about books (31) Chapter Book (554) Christmas (89) Christmas Eve (25) dogs (25) Easter (24) environment (82) family (567) fantasy (108) Friendship (721) grief (47) Halloween (70) historical fiction (35) history (71) humour (650) identity (44) illustrated chapter book (63) Illustrator Interview (60) imagination (64) individuality (89) magic (45) middle grade (49) mystery (89) nature (153) nonfiction (128) picture book (939) rhyme (60) school (41) series (49) space (23) travel (23) UK Author (196) UK Author & Illustrator (33) verse (25) World War Two (23) Writing Tips (112) Young Adult (37)
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…