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
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
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
The Littlest Puffling is another delightful animal story by Holly Webb, with internal illustrations by John Meiring and a cover illustration by David Dean. Emotional and inspiring, it explores blended families, discovering a new passion, and our shared responsibility to protect wildlife. Nine-year-old Alice is camping in Yorkshire with her family. Her stepdad, Tim, is… Continue reading The Littlest Puffling by Holly Webb & illustrated by John Meiring
Neighbour's Cat by Michael Rosen and Alex Willmore is all kinds of delightful! I always love a book about cats - with my own two mischievous kittens at home - but this one really strikes a chord. I have a feeling our Sadie would love to copy this naughty role model given half a chance.… Continue reading Neighbour’s Cat by Michael Rosen & Alex Willmore
Enchanted Nature: Garden Birds is an attractive and engaging series of six decodable nonfiction books designed to support early reading and phonics learning. Each book focuses on a different British bird: chaffinch, dunnock, magpie, robin, song thrush and starling. Taking the reader through the year, each month is highlighted with accessible font and spacing to… Continue reading Enchanted Nature: Garden Birds by Caroline Petherbridge, Enchanted Place Publishing
Move over Sherlock Holmes, Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple, there's a new detective in town and he's ready for anything. Tiny yet charming, Monsieur Mouse is the world's best (but not smallest) detective. This debonaire creature with his smart monocle and snazzy outfit always looks great and when his whiskers of suspicion start twitching, there's… Continue reading Monsieur Mustard: The Disappearance of Fabio Fangtooth by Charley Rabbit ~ Blog Tour
Mammoth Rider carried me away to the far north, blocking out everything else. This compelling environmental adventure is perfect for fans of Hannah Gold and Nicola Penfold. Ash lives at an arctic research centre with her dad. The Mammoth Arctic Conservation Trust have edited the genes in Asian Elephant DNA to create a winter-proof creature.… Continue reading Mammoth Rider by S.J. Poyton
Every December, it’s such a joy to take time to look back over all the books I’ve been privileged to read and review on Scope for Imagination. I’d like to share my favourite books of this year – ones that have challenged me, inspired me, made me laugh, and even made me cry. There have been some… Continue reading My Favourite Books of 2025
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
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