Blog Tour, Book Review, Middle Grade Fiction

The Frozen King: A Greenwild Adventure by Pari Thomson ~ Blog Tour

Pari Thomson's Greenwild stories are pure escapism with readers whisked away into an overwhelmingly inspiring fantasy world, captivated by epic adventures. The Frozen King is glittering new middle grade adventure - standalone to the previous books so readers are free to pick it up and start here. If you haven't read the other Greenwild Adventures,… Continue reading The Frozen King: A Greenwild Adventure by Pari Thomson ~ Blog Tour

Blog Tour, Book Review, Middle Grade Fiction

No Tune Ned by Oliver Lendon

Welcome to my stop on the blog tour for No Tune Ned with a guest post from debut author Oliver Lendon: Creating a World of Musical Monsters When I started creating the world of No Tune Ned, I gave myself one rule: music is magic, and I wanted that idea to influence everything from the… Continue reading No Tune Ned by Oliver Lendon

Book Review, Middle Grade Fiction

Moonlight Robbery by David Barker ~ Blog Tour

What would it really be like to live on the Moon? This gripping middle grade sci-fi adventure takes readers into a future where humans have settled on the lunar surface, and where survival is far from a guarantee. Twelve-year-old Max lives in the Pitadel, a settlement on the Moon, where he is cared for by… Continue reading Moonlight Robbery by David Barker ~ Blog Tour

Book Review, Young Adult

Dangerous Influence by Sally Nicholls

Blunt and totally honest, Dangerous Influence explores the issues of online safety and children's right to privacy through this engaging Young Adult novel for readers age 13+ but with a reading level of 8+. As one of Barrington Stoke’s invaluable high-interest, low-reading-level books, it is accessible to a wide range of readers while remaining thought-provoking… Continue reading Dangerous Influence by Sally Nicholls

Book Review, Middle Grade Fiction

Time Keys: Attack of the Sea Dogs by M.G. Leonard & illustrated by Manuel Šumberac

Once again, the brilliantly talented M.G. Leonard takes her readers on an incredible adventure through time and place. Layered with symbolism, the unique connection between time and music challenges readers to think afresh about their experiences with sound and rhythm. Perhaps they too are a time key who can open doors to the past with… Continue reading Time Keys: Attack of the Sea Dogs by M.G. Leonard & illustrated by Manuel Šumberac

Book Review, Middle Grade Fiction

Into Thin Air by S.E. Durrant

Into Thin Air is a captivating story of sisterhood, courage and the bonds that hold us together. Despite their disagreements, a shared purpose and deep love for each other lead 11-year-old Luna and her younger sister Jade on an adventure they’ll never forget. Luna dreams of becoming an astronaut. She is in awe of her place… Continue reading Into Thin Air by S.E. Durrant

Book Review, Picture Books

Once Upon a Tiger by Sarah Massini ~ Blog Tour

Once Upon a Tiger is a beautifully crafted picture book reinforcing the importance of empathy, friendship and discovering who we are meant to be. Words and pictures blend seamlessly to tell the story of three children who help a grumpy tiger learn what it means to be brave, daring and caring. When readers first meet… Continue reading Once Upon a Tiger by Sarah Massini ~ Blog Tour

Book Review, Middle Grade Fiction

Malory Towers Mystery Club: Kidnap at Midnight by Fleur Hitchcock

My daughter and I spent many hours reading the classic Malory Towers series at bedtime. I was so excited to return to this iconic school with a new boarding school adventure. Emma is headed for her first year with students from all over the world. Assigned to North Tower, she meets a lovely group of… Continue reading Malory Towers Mystery Club: Kidnap at Midnight by Fleur Hitchcock

Book Review, Middle Grade Fiction

Goodnight Silver by Abi Elphinstone

October 2026 A self-declared pessimist, Emmy doesn't belive in luck. Ever since her mum lost her baby, she can't help but think about all the things that can go wrong in life. She knows it's dangerous to hope: she won't risk that vulnerablity again. Emmy's parents are just the opposite. Full of hope, they're thrilled… Continue reading Goodnight Silver by Abi Elphinstone

Book Review, Middle Grade Fiction

How Not to be a Pirate: The Trouble with Curses by Jenny Pearson & illustrated by Paula Bowles

Set sail on a hilarious swashbuckling adventure in Jenny Pearson's new pirate series, 'How Not to be a Pirate'. In this first instalment, readers are introduced to the most fantastic crew: Wilbur, Ellie and Gilbert. Taking their Level One Pirate Grading, they're in a race to find one of the Jewels of the Sea. Typical… Continue reading How Not to be a Pirate: The Trouble with Curses by Jenny Pearson & illustrated by Paula Bowles