Book Review, Middle Grade Fiction

The Library of Lost Stories by Eloise Williams

Coming in September 2026, The Library of Lost Stories is full of my favourite things: a vintage mobile library, the magic of Christmas and community, the joy of books and the power of friendship, all set in a very special year - 1976. This is a treasure of a book full of beautiful truths and… Continue reading The Library of Lost Stories by Eloise Williams

Book Review, Middle Grade Fiction

Mammoth Rider by S.J. Poyton

Mammoth Rider carried me away to the far north, blocking out everything else. This compelling environmental adventure is perfect for fans of Hannah Gold and Nicola Penfold. Ash lives at an arctic research centre with her dad. The Mammoth Arctic Conservation Trust have edited the genes in Asian Elephant DNA to create a winter-proof creature.… Continue reading Mammoth Rider by S.J. Poyton

Book Review, Chapter Book

The Subject Society: The Pythagoras Puzzle by Sarah Surgey & illustrated by Larisa Ivanković ~ Blog Tour

The Subject Society: The Pythagoras Puzzle is the first in a delightful new chapter book series for readers aged 6+. Warm and welcoming, it explores curious links between STEM and the Arts while valuing friendship, inclusion and kindness. Mabel loves having fun with her friends (and avoiding her annoying brothers). She's thrilled when her dad… Continue reading The Subject Society: The Pythagoras Puzzle by Sarah Surgey & illustrated by Larisa Ivanković ~ Blog Tour

Book Review, Middle Grade Fiction

The Day My Brother Got Famous by Jen Carney

The Day my Brother Got Famous is an absolutely lovely story of inclusion and family. The third in Jen Carney's 'The Day My _______ Got Famous' series, it brings readers right back into the heart of Ferris's family. Exploring themes of fostering, SEND and acceptance in diversity, it provides wonderful role models for how to… Continue reading The Day My Brother Got Famous by Jen Carney

Book Review, Young Adult

Big Words by Luke Palmer

Big Words by Luke Palmer is one of the most powerful books you'll read this year. Exploring masculinity for teen boys and what it means to be strong, it unpicks layers of friendship, forgiveness and trust. Kiln, the local waste ground, is a forbidden place (which makes it all the more appealing for Sam and… Continue reading Big Words by Luke Palmer