Based on The Day of the Triffids, Silent Night is a chilling Christmas thriller. What starts as a fun, family Christmas Eve turns very weird overnight. Cousins Masen, Conor & Jos are staying in a caravan at an AirBnB with their parents in the nearby cottage. Storm Elena is blowing in and it's getting cold… Continue reading Silent Night by Emma Read
Spend time with some fantastic nonfiction this November! My Small World: Frozen by Caryl Hart & Harry Woodgate (Simon & Schuster) Presented in a lyrical, picture book style, My Small World: Frozen takes readers age 3+ on a journey to a world full of ice, snow and sea. Arctic and Antarctic environments are presented through… Continue reading Nonfiction November 2025
"I thought you wanted to be scared." Phil Hickes is an absolute legend when it comes to middle grade horror. His Aveline Jones and Shadowhall Academy series have had readers on the edge of their seats but The Last Day of October is next level. Overflowing with autumn vibes, the thrill of North American Hallowe'en,… Continue reading The Last Day of October by Phil Hickes ~ Blog Tour
Ghosts in the Walls is the perfect short story collection for the spooky season. Super scary with a good dose of history, it will have readers checking over their shoulders and thinking twice before hanging around in dark museum corners. Written by top children's authors including Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé, Alexia Casale, Joseph Coelho, Larry Hayes, Jim… Continue reading Historic Royal Palaces: Ghosts in the Walls
Synopsis: When Mole sets off in search of his family tree, he dreams of finding others just like him. But as he journeys through the enchanted wood, he learns something even more magical: true family isn’t about looking the same – it’s about the bonds we build and the love we share with those around us. The Family Tree is a delightful journey story. Mole, tired of being alone,… Continue reading The Family Tree by Yasmine Anane & Mark Beech ~ Blog Tour
I'm thrilled to welcome author Gatlin Perrin to Scope for Imagination with a guest post about the importance of "home". I don’t know a single person who doesn’t have mixed feelings about ‘home’, including myself. At first I was excited to leave my small Welsh hometown where you’re as likely to see a bus arrive… Continue reading Dirk Jones is NOT the Chosen One by Gatlin Perrin ~ Blog Tour
Tomorrow's Ghost is the captivating story of two girls brought together across time and space to become a part of each others stories in the most incredible way. It's the sweltering summer of 1976 when Anna is sent to stay with her great aunt Em in her isolated cottage in the countryside. Her new surroundings… Continue reading Tomorrow’s Ghost by Tanya Landman
Finn's Epic Fails is a change of direction from Phil Earle's recent historical fiction masterpieces. More in line with books like Demolition Dad and Northern Soul, it is a warm-hearted, comedy delight! Al Murphy's fantastic illustrations add an extra layer of laughs, putting readers right in the middle of the story. Finn is struggling with… Continue reading Finn’s Epic Fails by Phil Earle
The Fear is an absolutely brilliant book for helping young people recognise and cope with anxiety. Kian used to love playing football but an experience with a tough coach who delighted in making his players feel small created "the fear" inside him. When this anxiety takes over, Kian is terrified of doing something wrong and… Continue reading The Fear by Tom Palmer & illustrated by Robin Boyden
Perfect for fans of the Mirabelle books by Harriet Muncaster, Grimogen Darkstar is a delightful little grim reaper dreaming of finding the perfect pet. With her cat-ear headband, shimmery mermaid notebook and fluffy pencil, the only thing missing is what she really, really wants - a magical pet. When Immi volunteers at the Howler's Rescue… Continue reading Grimogen Darkstar: Bat-Cat-Tastrophe by Emma Finlayson-Palmer
Scope for Imagination 