Written by Glen Blackwell, Cover by Sasha Brazhnik, Published by Zoetrope Books From Suffolk to Canada, I felt at home throughout the entire reading of this charming story. When my husband and I first met, our cultures collided. He is British and I am Canadian. Though we both spoke English, there were language barriers and…
When a big publication day arrives, there is so much excitement over the books, authors, illustrators and publishers. Rightly so! Today is a big one in children’s books and I just want to highlight a few I have read! As the day goes on, I will end up with a “To Buy” list as long…
Paul Coomey was born in Cork, where his mother taught him to read in 1982. His favourite book that year was Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss, and he hasn’t stopped reading since. He learned to write creatively at Kilmurray National School, where he was the only student to ever achieve a mark of…
I feel so lucky to have read this incredible adventure and even luckier to have been given the opportunity to ask Lindsay Galvin some questions. Please read on for her brilliant answers! rptnb What made you want to delve into the world of Darwin and his explorations? It wasn’t my intention to write a book…
Written by Ally Sherrick, Cover by Georgie McAusland, Publishing February 2021 by Chicken House Books Cat and Meg, sisters, live in a Convent as both their parents have died. They spend their days tending the garden and living peacefully with the sisters. Cat, from the very beginning, is clearly different from her sister, with her…
Written by Christopher Edge, Illustrated by Ben Mantle, Publishing 7 January by Chicken House Books When one of your favourite authors has a new book coming out, you immediately bump it to the top of the reading pile. I knew it would be spectacular and I was not wrong! Reading this book prompted me to…
Written and Illustrated by Nick East, Published by Hachette Children’s I have always been drawn to highly illustrated chapter books. I love the full, plot driven story accompanied by the thoughtful and exceptional illustrations that highlight the tale. When Agent Weasel was first introduced, I became an immediate fan. The series is perfect for readers…
Written by Stewart Foster, Publishing January 2021 by Simon and Schuster An incredibly heart warming, but tough story featuring Sam, a foster child, who has moved houses 9 times. I say houses as, “a house and a home aren’t the same thing”. When we first meet Sam, he expressly explains that a house is just…
Written by Cat Weldon, Illustrated by Katie Kear, Publishing January 2021 An extraordinary debut novel! Featuring the myths and legends surrounding Odin, Loki and Valhalla. Much is explained in the story so previous knowledge of the gods and Nordic vikings isn’t entirely necessary! Whetstone is a thieving orphan targeting a gold cup said to be…
Written by M.G. Leonard and Sam Sedgman, Illustrated by Elisa Paganelli, Publishing February 2021 by Macmillan Children’s In true Adventures on Trains style, Hal and Uncle Nat are travelling together, not looking for a mystery but with the hope that one occurs. There are a few storylines working together to form an intriguing plot that…
