Murder in Velvet is an exciting mystery full of peril and heart-pounding moments. 13-year-old Grace is on her way to school with her best friend, Suzy. She needs a new coat (even though her mum says her old one is fine). She spots a green velvet coat in the charity shop window and falls in… Continue reading Murder in Velvet by Sarah Wynne (Review by Kate & Charlie, age 16)
The Island at the Edge of Night by Lucy Strange is stunning! A dark, gothic mystery set in the 1930s when science and magic collide, it pulled me under its spell. The power of nature, the strength of children and a call to courage sets it among the best books I've read. Located on a… Continue reading The Island at the Edge of Night by Lucy Strange
Festive stories are so important for children and often become wrapped up in their memories of special days. It’s wonderful to see authors creating these treasured stories for a greater range of festivals so children who celebrate them can see their culture on the pages and so other children can enjoy learning about a variety… Continue reading Can You Find My Eid Presents? by A.M. Dassu & Junissa Bianda
Kevin the Orange is a super sweet, incredibly colourful story of friendship and being true to yourself. Kevin, one of the orangiest oranges around, isn't happy. He's tired of being orange and wonders if there's anything he can do about it. Fortunately, his good friend Brian, the clever pear, has an idea. What follows is… Continue reading Kevin the Orange by Alan Windram & Olla Meyzinger ~ Blog Tour
Michelle Harrison has done it again with a gripping new fantasy mystery overflowing with sisterhood, magic and so many secrets. Identical twin sisters Merry and Rose (known as Spike) travel with their mother to dusty, old Fox House. Their mother is there to restore art while the girls get to know the intriguing people who… Continue reading Twice Upon a Time by Michelle Harrison
I'm thrilled to be a part of the FCBG Children's Book Award Blog Tour sharing a guest post from Howard Calvert, author of one of the shortlisted books for younger children - The Fastest Tortoise in Town! The Children’s Book Award is the only national award for children’s books that is voted for entirely by… Continue reading FCBG Children’s Book Award Blog Tour ~ The Fastest Tortoise in Town
Author and world explorer Jonny Daymond writes intriguing, thrilling and thought-provoking adventure stories. His debut children's novel, Rainforest Rescue, is the first in the Globe Defenders series taking children into the depths of the Amazon Rainforest. Join Jess and Jack as they search for answers about their missing parents and find themselves a part of… Continue reading Globe Defenders: Rainforest Rescue by Jonny Daymond ~ Blog Tour
I never cease to be blown away by the quality of the authors who write for Barrington Stoke. In this collection, Holly Webb, Katherine Woodfine, Jenny Pearson and Serena Patel share their talent for reaching children right where they're at - inspiring and encouraging while providing a laugh and a smile along the way. With… Continue reading Super Books from Barrington Stoke
One of 2024's fantastic World Book Day book choices is Creepy Creations by the queen of middle grade horror, Jennifer Killick. This book is a must-have for fans of the Crater Lake and Dread Wood series! A brilliant fusion of laugh-out-loud comedy and skin-crawling terror, readers will devour this book in a matter of hours.… Continue reading Dread Wood: Creepy Creations by Jennifer Killick
Katya Balen has done it again with an honest and oh so powerful story of family, personal growth and challenging world issues. Little House is a beautiful shorter read with all the accessibility features Barrington Stoke has to offer combined with Katya Balen's distinct style. Written in first person, there is unmistakable character voice and… Continue reading Little House by Katya Balen
Scope for Imagination 