Game Over! is a fantastic story for children making the move to secondary school and trying to find themselves in the crowd. Jay has just started Year 7 and thinks he goes to the worst school in the world. He doesn't enjoy PE or team games of any kind, which is tricky when all his… Continue reading Game Over by Serena Patel & illustrated by Louise Forshaw
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The Appletree Animal Agency: Collie Chaos by Katya Balen & illustrated by Gill Smith ~ Blog Tour
Blurb: Snow and puppies cause Christmas chaos in a heart-warming animal rescue story set in a cosy village from Carnegie-winner Katya Balen and beloved illustrator Gill Smith - the perfect gift for kids who love pets, animals and all things vets. The Appletree Animal Agency have found three brand-new clients: a terrapin called Algernon, a ginger… Continue reading The Appletree Animal Agency: Collie Chaos by Katya Balen & illustrated by Gill Smith ~ Blog Tour
The Moonlight Mystery Agency: The Puzzling Paw Prints by Vashti Hardy & Agnes Saccani
The Puzzling Paw Prints is the second gorgeous story in Vashti Hardy's The Moonlight Mystery Agency series. Ideal for young readers age 5+, this Barrington Stoke Little Gem is full of adventure, fun and satisfying reading challenge. Agnes Saccani's delightful illustrations bring the relatable story to life. Hana, like many children, is worried about starting… Continue reading The Moonlight Mystery Agency: The Puzzling Paw Prints by Vashti Hardy & Agnes Saccani
Maisie vs the Himalayas by Jack Jackman
I adored Maisie vs Antarctica - full of adventurous spirit, delightful humour, heart-stopping danger and the most unexpected magic! The sequel, Maisie vs the Himalayas, is just as brilliant! Maisie's dad is writing his latest "How to..." book which means there's lots of exploring to do. They head off to Bhutan in the Himalayas in… Continue reading Maisie vs the Himalayas by Jack Jackman
Aliens Made Me Do It by David Macphail, illustrated by Rory Walker ~ Blog Tour
Aliens Made Me Do It is a hilarious story of bizarre aliens, everyday kids and saving the world! I'm delighted to welcome author David Macphail to Scope for Imagination with a guest post about why humour is such a powerful tool when writing for children. This book is definitely one that will bring readers together… Continue reading Aliens Made Me Do It by David Macphail, illustrated by Rory Walker ~ Blog Tour
Quill and the Last Generation by C.M. Lewis
Quill and the Last Generation is the first in an exciting new middle grade fantasy series. Exploring the cycles of life, the fate of our souls and the power of magic in our lives, it whisks readers away to an enchanting world inspired by Welsh mythology. Quill lives in a land of permanent winter. He… Continue reading Quill and the Last Generation by C.M. Lewis
Beastopia Creature of the Day ~ Blog Tour with a Guest Post by Author Chrissie Sains
It's a huge pleasure to welcome author Chrissie Sains to Scope for Imagination with a brilliant guest post introducing one of the fantastic characters in her new series, Beastopia! Hi, I’m Chrissie Sains, author of Beastopia, my brand new series for ages 7+. I’m absolutely kid-in-a-candy-store, bouncing-off-the-walls, tickled-pink, excited about this series! I’ve always had… Continue reading Beastopia Creature of the Day ~ Blog Tour with a Guest Post by Author Chrissie Sains
The Feathered Book by Charlie Nutbrown ~ Blog Tour
Everything With Words - 11th September 2025 Embrace the mystery of The Feathered Book! Lose yourself in the unknown, search for clues and absorb the magic. This story will have readers captivated from start to finish. It's my pleasure to welcome author Charlie Nutbrown with a guest post about why children should read detective fiction.… Continue reading The Feathered Book by Charlie Nutbrown ~ Blog Tour
The Shoe Creeper by Ian Hunter ~ Blog Tour
25th September 2025 Ian Hunter has gone from sci-fi to spooky in his third book! Full of autumn vibes and seriously scary moments, The Shoe Creeper is a fantastic story about cross-generational relationships, dealing with change and making sense of traditional tales. This is a book that will have readers on edge, checking over their… Continue reading The Shoe Creeper by Ian Hunter ~ Blog Tour
The Wintermoor Lights by Dan Smith
Return to The Nighthouse Files with a second terrifying mystery. This secret organisation investigates strange events around the world. Delving into the unexplained, they search for truth in an attempt to not only find answers, but prevent the horrors from happening again. Unusual lights over Wintermoor Lake are causing young people to act in strange… Continue reading The Wintermoor Lights by Dan Smith
