Outlaws is another captivating novel from E.L. Norry, exploring real-life issues with honesty and sensitivity. Aimed at the teen market, readers aged 8–14+ will quickly find themselves drawn into the lives and friendship of Robyn, Will and Scarlet. Norry’s characters feel authentic and relatable, bringing their experiences vividly to life and creating the sense that… Continue reading Outlaws by E.L. Norry
The Summer My Wishes Came True is another delightfully magical story by Radhika Sanghani about growing up, navigating friendships and discovering who you really are. Thirteen year old Ayesha is heading to summer camp for the first time. She can't wait to spend the summer with her best friend, Nikki, and try all the activities… Continue reading The Summer My Wishes Came True by Radhika Sanghani
Narrated by the charming, honest and ever hopeful Jack Russell Terrior, Scamp, The Wild Ones is a beautiful story of finding light in darkness and the power of friendship. This is The Incredible Journey for a new generation with distinctive characterisation, humour and heartbreak. Following the 'Night of the Great Growl', the air turns black,… Continue reading The Wild Ones by Steve Cole
10th September 2026 Everyone's favourite talkative (and actually quite demanding) bewigged skull is back in this delightfully spooky and completely heartwarming story of make-shift family, making peace with your identity and defeating external and internal villains alike. Mallory Vayle and Maggoty Skull in the Castle of Horrors is the third book in this unique gothic… Continue reading Mallory Vayle and Maggoty Skull in… The Castle of Horrors by Martin Howard
In true Nicola Penfold style, And Now We Run is an incredibly powerful story of self-belief, resilience and our responsibility for the environment. Told through three perspectives, what begins as a reflection on friendship and identity during the challenging primary to secondary school transition quickly transforms into a call for conservation, land management and respect… Continue reading And Now We Run by Nicola Penfold
Emotional and so very real, My Name is Zayn challenges readers to recognise the determination and courage of refugee children who find themselves in the UK completely alone. Exploring themes of loyalty, community and blossoming friendship in times of need, this and its companion novel, My Name is Samim, prove bravery is so much bigger… Continue reading My Name is Zayn by Fidan Meikle
When I Was a Wolf by Liz Flanagan and illustrated by Nikola Aronova is a beautiful story of family, friendship and dealing with complex feelings. Jasmine absoloutely loves wolves. She doesn't believe in the stereotype of the 'big bad wolf'; she believes they are magical creatures - powerful yet wise. Jasmine also loves spending time… Continue reading When I Was a Wolf by Liz Flanagan & illustrated by Nikola Aronova
Murder on a Midsummer Night is the first in a cosy murder mystery series for readers aged 9+. Published by Barrington Stoke it makes a cracking mystery accessible to everyone who loves a good whodunnit. It's the night of Sir Percy's summer party at Mulberry Hall. Fairies, goblins, kings and queens, and woodland animals fill… Continue reading Murder on a Midsummer Night by Lucy Strange & illustrated by Hannah Peck
Tadpole Summer is one of those books that causes the reader to stop and reflect long after finishing the final page. Heartbreaking yet heartwarming, it embraces the siblings of children with life-limiting illnesses providing them with hope and purpose. This book will inspire readers to take action and help others, raising money and awareness for… Continue reading Tadpole Summer by Catherine Bruton
Help! Aliens Stole My Grandad is a zany story of family, loss, space pirates and an incredible adventure to Earth's second moon (made of cheese of course). Harrison's grandpa always wanted to go to space so when he passes away, Dad has an amazing idea. He attaches Grandpa's ashes to a firework and sends it… Continue reading Help! Aliens Stole My Grandad by Hannah Moffatt ~ Blog Tour
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