I am not sure there is a more perfect series of stories. I mean, these books have nuns flying helicopters,…
Dinosaur Pie by Jen Wallace
As part of the blog tour for Dinosaur Pie, I am delighted to share a guest blog from Jen Wallace…
Pink Trucks Blog Tour
Stink likes pink and he likes trucks but there are no pink trucks to be found! What a conundrum for…
Shipwrecked by Jenny Pearson
My word….no one writes a story like Jenny Pearson. While I sit here with tears running down my face, I…
Storm Child by Ele Fountain
It was raining one afternoon and so the heating went on. It seemed an ideal time to begin something new-…
The Mystery of the Forever Weekend by Lisa Thompson
I am sure we have all wished for the weekend to be longer or for Monday to never come but…
Sister Spirit by Efua Traoré
What a remarkable story of discovery that Tara takes in this story. Being adopted, she always knew there was more…
The Tree that Sang to Me by Serena Molloy
With every verse novel I read, I find myself drawn more and more to their power and how they get…
Oh Mummy Mia by Maz Evans
This series is hilariously funny, filled with Maz Evans uncanny humour and word play. Having listened to her narrate the…
Girl on the Fly by Nansubuga Nagadya Isdahl
I had no expectations with this book and hadn’t read many reviews so it was a joy to begin fresh.…
Into the Witchwood by Méabh McDonnell
This is an exciting, magical adventure featuring all the qualities of a perfect story! Rowan believes her mother is lost…
All the Hidden Monsters by Amie Jordan
Cosy Crime is dead…..so the story begins! It begins with a murder, one with a supernatural feel to it. One…
Elki is Not My Dog blog tour
This is a heartwarming story of a community coming together for the greater good of one much loved stray dog.…
Anna’s Garden by Sarah Hewitt
Even before you open the cover, there is an immediate feeling of calm through the illustrations. Anna is tending to…
The Wanderdays by Clare Povey
I spotted this proof cover on Twitter several days ago and I commented on how much I was looking forward…
Mayowa and the Sea of Words by Chibundu Onuzo
This is an incredible story, with a powerful twist. Mayowa is spending time with her grandfather this summer but he…
Picture Book Perfect
More picture books that are sure to delight and be requested time and time again! The Golden Hare by Paddy…
New Non-Fiction
Check out these non-fiction titles perfect for encouraging readers and for making new discoveries and learning fun facts! Big Ideas…
SuperQuesters The Case of the Angry Sea
Welcome to the final stop on the blog tour for SuperQuesters The Case of the Angry Sea! I am always…
Developing Reading Comprehension Skills By Kate Heap
I was really honoured to be asked to form part of this blog tour for Kate’s Reading Comprehension Guides. Luckily…
The Island at the Edge of Night by Lucy Strange
What a remarkable story from master storyteller, Lucy Strange. Faye is sent to Auk Island, after having been told she…
Graphic Novels!
It’s my birthday weekend so I have decided to relax with a stack of graphic novels! After a long week,…
The Pirate’s Dragon Blog Tour
Welcome to my stop on the blog tour for this thrilling conclusion to a brilliant series. I never like endings,…
Alyssa and the Spell Garden by Alexandra Sheppard
What an amazing and enchanting story! This is a powerful story of family, community and magic, and one that will…
How to Teach Grown-Ups about Climate Change Blog Tour
This is the second book in this scientific series, following on from How to teach grown-ups about Pluto. I loved…
FCBG Children’s Book Award Blog Tour
The Children’s Book Award is the only national award for children’s books that is voted for entirely by children. It…
Bite Risk: Caught Dead Blog Tour
I am excited to be part of the blog tour for Bite Risk: Caught Dead. The first in this series…
Izzy the Inventor Series by Zanna Davidson
It’s British Science Week and I am celebrating by reading books featuring science, technology and math. What better place to…
Gracie Fairshaw and the Missing Reel by Susan Brownrigg
I love these seaside mysteries featuring Gracie Fairshaw. She is such a lovely and charming character, who, all of a…
Tourmaline and the Museum of Marvels by Ruth Lauren
This is the second book in the Tourmaline series, full adventure and magical happenings. In book one, Tourmaline, Mai and…
Globe Defenders Meet the Characters!
Meet the characters from GLOBE DEFENDERS the new debut middle grade adventure series from exciting new voice Jonny Daymond, publishing by New Frontier on…
Pinch Perkins and the Midsummer Curse by Cathy Fitzgerald
Let me introduce you to Pinch Perkins from Tricky Dragon Lane in London. She is a young would be witch…
Magicalia by Jennifer Bell
This is a fantastical story that is full of imagination. It begins with Bitsy and Kosh getting ready for a…
The Royal Jewel Plot by A.M. Howell
A.M. Howell has transported me to a beautiful yacht in the middle of turquoise seas with not only extraordinary siblings,…
Time Travellers Blog Tour
Suhana is visiting the Houses of Parliament with some other students after entering a competition to design Christmas cards for…
Things that go Bump by Kathryn Foxfield
Goonies meets Gremlins is an ideal description of this book and it made me remember that once I would have…
The Songbird and the Rambutan Tree by Lucille Abendanon
This is an incredible story of courage set in Batavia in 1942 and throughout the whole of World War II.…
Picture Book Perfect
These books carry a powerful message. These will help to build understanding, empathy and feelings of self worth and positivity.…
Picture Book Perfect
It’s been a while since I drafted a Picture Book Perfect! Thought the selection here was very worthy of shouting…
Astrid and the Space Cadets by Alex T Smith
A new series from master storyteller and illustrator, Alex T Smith is always something to celebrate! Astrid is the latest…
Science Factopia Blog Tour
This is the sixth title in this series and it goes from strength to strength as each book is published…
Paper Dragons by Siobhan McDermott
This story takes me back to my years spent in Hong Kong and the auspicious nature of Chinese people around…
Marnie Midnight and the Moon Mystery by Laura Ellen Anderson
A new series from acclaimed author and illustrator, Laura Ellen Anderson is something I have been waiting for since spotting…
Seven Days Blog Tour
This is a story worth reading and it actually feels as though you are reading two stories intertwined. Noori and…
Diamond Jack Blog Tour
I have always been fascinated by a time period beset with highwaymen and the ruthless attempts to steal from the…
The Hidden Story of Estie Noor by Nadine Aisha Jassat
I first discovered this author when I read The Stories Grandma Forgot (and how I found them) several months ago.…
Winner Takes Gold Blog Tour
This is a brilliant book, especially for sports enthusiasts as gymnastics takes a central role. With so much focus on…
The Whisperwicks, The Labyrinth of Lost and Found by Jordan Lees
An enchanting, magical and spell binding tale, one that will ensure readers are hooked as the main characters traverse a…
The Clockwork Conspiracy by Sam Sedgman
Sam Sedgman and MG Leonard introduced me to the science and excitement of trains and now Sam Sedgman takes me…
Secrets of the Snake Stone by Piu Dasgupta
What a mind blowing adventure taking place on the streets of and below Paris! Zélie, a young maid on Rue…