“It’s such an interesting world. It wouldn’t be half so interesting if we knew all about everything, would it? There’d be no scope for imagination then, would there?” ― Lucy Maud Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables Scope for Imagination is inspired by a life-long love of reading. For as long as I can remember, books have been… Continue reading Scope for Imagination
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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
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
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
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
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
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
Girl with a Sabretooth Tiger by Jasbinder Bilan, illustrated by Sònia Albert
Girl with a Sabretooth Tiger is a beautifully heartfelt story layered with meaning, wrapped up in high stakes adventure. Set in a unique time period for middle grade historical fiction, it takes readers back 6000 years to prehistoric Britain - pre-London and the Thames in a time we can only imagine. With storytelling, faith, family… Continue reading Girl with a Sabretooth Tiger by Jasbinder Bilan, illustrated by Sònia Albert
The Game Changers by Helen Rutter
The reader is in charge in this second 'choose your own adventure' style book by Helen Rutter. Young people aged 8+ will love selecting challenges and making key decisions as the characters hurtle from one adventure to another. Tig has been sent to Game Camp where teamwork, mental and physical agility and endurance are essential.… Continue reading The Game Changers by Helen Rutter
Dracula and Daughters: School for Slayers by Emma Carroll
Return to Temstown for the second blood-sucking mystery in Emma Carroll's delightfully gothic Dracula & Daughters series. In School for Slayers, we find the granddaughters of Dracula himself opening their own business with the aim of healing vampires and keeping their city safe. Mina, Buffy and Bella know healing is so much better than slaying,… Continue reading Dracula and Daughters: School for Slayers by Emma Carroll
Jekyll vs Hyde: The Potion of Doom by Jack Meggitt-Phillips
Jekyll vs Hyde: The Potion of Doom is deliciously macabre and delightfully bizarre! This creative twist on an absolute classic is a must-read for Key Stage 2 and anyone who teaches the original novella at Key Stage 3 or 4. GCSE students of the future will never look at Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and… Continue reading Jekyll vs Hyde: The Potion of Doom by Jack Meggitt-Phillips
Scope for Imagination 