Holly Webb's Winter Animal Stories are absolutely lovely! Perfect for children age 7+, the stories are powerful with real heart. Every character forms a strong bond with an incredible animal, encouraging readers to stand up for what they believe in and look after the natural world. Always accessible and engaging, they pull readers in and… Continue reading The Arctic Fox by Holly Webb
Readers will be thrilled that Reece Carter has written a second gothically brilliant story about two lovely ghosts, their giant spider and a brave lighthouse keeper. The Lonely Lighthouse of Elston Fright picks up less than a month after Corpse, Girl, Simon & Flip defeated the witches and moved on to a happier life. Just… Continue reading The Lonely Lighthouse of Elston Fright by Reece Carter
I can't believe it's been five years since I launched my children's book blog at the end of October 2019. Finding my way into children's book reviews has been an incredible blessing and an absolute joy. I'm so thankful for the relationships I've formed with other bloggers, educators, authors and publishers. To celebrate five years… Continue reading 5 Years of Scope for Imagination!
The dream team of Vashti Hardy and accessible publisher Barrington Stoke are back with the new Relic Hunters adventure series. Vashti's signature story elements shine through: a passion for STEM, the strength and intelligence of her characters, empowerment of girls, and inspiring adults who challenge young people to be true to themselves. Mabel and Will… Continue reading The Clockwork Key by Vashti Hardy
Ayo's Adventure encourages readers to explore African culture across the globe from A to Z. Discover Afro, Braids and Calypso rhythms all the way to Xhosa (storytellers), Yoruba (craftspeople) and Zulu! Ayo's journey educates and inspires with a richness of information and key cultural elements. This book is a must-have for Black History Month! I'm… Continue reading Ayo’s Adventure by Ain Heath Drew & Erin K. Robinson ~ Blog Tour
Join the next generation of ghost busters on a spooktacularly zombified adventure! Spooksmiths Investigate is a brilliant new series that will thrill and chill middle grade readers! Twins Indigo & Rusty live in a funeral parlour but don't believe in ghosts. That is, until Indigo finds a secret crypt and releases the spirit of an… Continue reading Spooksmiths Investigate: The Cinderman by Alex Atkinson ~ Blog Tour
The World Between the Rain is a bewitching story of loss and being lost then finding yourself again. Magic, the unknown and mysteries beyond human understanding challenge readers to look at grief in a new way and find connections with those they love. Marina and her family are struggling to cope with loss, each dealing… Continue reading The World between the Rain by Susan Cahill ~ Blog Tour
Birdie is a beautiful story of family and belonging. Set in 1952 Yorkshire, readers are challenged to face up to ignorance and prejudice. Birdie shows us that courage is more important than fitting in and home is where you find love and acceptance. Young Birdie Bagshaw is the daughter of a Yorkshire mother and a… Continue reading Birdie by J.P. Rose ~ Blog Tour
February 2025 In 2022, I had the privledge of hosting Dan Smith on my blog with a guest post about the fourth book in his Crooked Oak series, The Terror at Hilltop House. I remember Dan sharing his love of creepy stories when he was younger and how that inspired his writing. Well, that inspiration… Continue reading The Deadsoul Project by Dan Smith
I am so ready to leap into all things Christmasy and Sprouts is the perfect way to kick off the season! Fast forward to a future where it's Christmas every day. All the food has been replaced by candy canes and nothing really feels exciting because you can have whatever you want, whenever you want… Continue reading Sprouts by Sibéal Pounder ~ Blog Tour
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