Inspiring Young Readers
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Cinderella of the Nile posted on 04 Jun 2018
It is refreshing to see a beautifully illustrated new interpretation of the Cinderella story...
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Fox Magic posted on 30 May 2018
Beverley Brenna's novel for young adults tackles the alarming issue of teenage suicide.
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The Knights and the Best Quest posted on 29 May 2018
I expect you’ve heard of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table and you probably associate them with tales of great deeds and chivalry...
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Arlo, Mrs Ogg and the Dinosaur Zoo posted on 13 May 2018
I was a quiet, conformist and sometimes anxious child myself so I was pleased to meet Arlo who seems to share these characteristics.
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The Cloak posted on 12 May 2018
The Cloak by Leon Garfield Leon Garfield (1921 – 1996) was a prolific writer of historical fiction for children – he would probably now be marketed in
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McTavish Goes Wild posted on 11 May 2018
This is the second book to feature the rescue(d) dog, McTavish and the family he now lives with, The Peacheys.
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Splat! How the smoothie was invented posted on 07 May 2018
This is a big, colourful anarchic splat of a book – and great fun it is too.
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Alley’s Cats and the Mystical Journey posted on 05 May 2018
Before I begin my review of this unusual fantasy novel I need to let you know that I am not really a lover of cats.
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Zeki Gets a Checkup posted on 30 Apr 2018
This is the third picture book in a delightful series with baby Zeki as the central character.
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The Great Telephone Mix-Up posted on 29 Apr 2018
Barrington Stoke’s Little Gem series of books are always a real delight .........