Since the first Dragon Realm book, I have been completely captivated by this world where humans and dragons work together to defeat common enemies. Focused on adventure, courage and discovering your true self, readers are swept away on an non-stop, action-packed journey. The ensemble cast means there's someone for every reader to relate to. The… Continue reading Dragon Force: Devourer’s Attack by Katie & Kevin Tsang
There will be storms in everyone's life. It's how we deal with them that reveals their true impact. Storm Child by Ele Fountain challenges readers to reflect on the storms in their own lives and what is truly important to them. With short chapters, high-stakes action and a clear voice, readers are right in the… Continue reading Storm Child by Ele Fountain
Skylar and the K-Pop Headteacher by Luan Goldie is brilliantly fun escapism. Full of unexpected hijinks and laugh-out-loud moments, it is also a story of empathy and discovering your true self. Skylar and her best friend, Dana, LOVE K-Pop. When Skylar obsesses too much for her parents to deal with, the worst happens. They ban… Continue reading Skylar and the K-Pop Headteacher by Luan Goldie ~ Blog Tour
"Having escaped their city, Juniper Green and her brother Bear have settled in Ennerdale with their dad and his family. Every day the Wild introduces them to a new wonder, but Juniper can't stop worrying about her grandmother and best friend Etienne left behind. When she hears news that disease has entered the city, she's… Continue reading When the Wild Calls by Nicola Penfold
Murder in Velvet is an exciting mystery full of peril and heart-pounding moments. 13-year-old Grace is on her way to school with her best friend, Suzy. She needs a new coat (even though her mum says her old one is fine). She spots a green velvet coat in the charity shop window and falls in… Continue reading Murder in Velvet by Sarah Wynne (Review by Kate & Charlie, age 16)
The Island at the Edge of Night by Lucy Strange is stunning! A dark, gothic mystery set in the 1930s when science and magic collide, it pulled me under its spell. The power of nature, the strength of children and a call to courage sets it among the best books I've read. Located on a… Continue reading The Island at the Edge of Night by Lucy Strange
Festive stories are so important for children and often become wrapped up in their memories of special days. It’s wonderful to see authors creating these treasured stories for a greater range of festivals so children who celebrate them can see their culture on the pages and so other children can enjoy learning about a variety… Continue reading Can You Find My Eid Presents? by A.M. Dassu & Junissa Bianda
Kevin the Orange is a super sweet, incredibly colourful story of friendship and being true to yourself. Kevin, one of the orangiest oranges around, isn't happy. He's tired of being orange and wonders if there's anything he can do about it. Fortunately, his good friend Brian, the clever pear, has an idea. What follows is… Continue reading Kevin the Orange by Alan Windram & Olla Meyzinger ~ Blog Tour
Michelle Harrison has done it again with a gripping new fantasy mystery overflowing with sisterhood, magic and so many secrets. Identical twin sisters Merry and Rose (known as Spike) travel with their mother to dusty, old Fox House. Their mother is there to restore art while the girls get to know the intriguing people who… Continue reading Twice Upon a Time by Michelle Harrison
I'm thrilled to be a part of the FCBG Children's Book Award Blog Tour sharing a guest post from Howard Calvert, author of one of the shortlisted books for younger children - The Fastest Tortoise in Town! The Children’s Book Award is the only national award for children’s books that is voted for entirely by… Continue reading FCBG Children’s Book Award Blog Tour ~ The Fastest Tortoise in Town
Scope for Imagination 