Inspiring Young Readers
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How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney? posted on 18 Dec 2024
There are some great imponderables in the world that we all want the answer to...
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The Search for Carmella posted on 28 Nov 2024
Back in December 2022, I had the pleasure of reviewing Chloe Savage’s first book for children entitled, The Search for the Giant Arctic Jellyfish
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The Faerie Isle: Tales and Traditions of Ireland’s Forgotten Folklore posted on 24 Nov 2024
The largely unseen other world of Faerie and the supernatural are a deeply embedded and important part of Ireland’s culture.
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A Symphony of Stories posted on 17 Nov 2024
I always feel a smile on my face when I when I receive a review copy of a book by the very special, internationally acclaimed author/ illustrator...
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King Alfred and the Ice Coffin posted on 12 Nov 2024
What do you get when you bring together the evergreen storyteller, Kevin Crossley-Holland and the fabulous illustrative work of Chris Riddell?
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Grimm’s Fairy Tales posted on 07 Nov 2024
It is always a creative challenge for authors and illustrators to revisit classic stories that have been around for generations of readers.
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Dinosaurs: A pop-up book posted on 05 Nov 2024
Sweden-based illustrator, Ingela P Arrhenius has brought together two things almost guaranteed to capture the attention and imagination of any child
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The Fairy Tale Fan Club posted on 25 Oct 2024
Traditional fairy tales retold in lots of different ways and interpreted by various different illustrators are always a treat.
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Anya’s Quest posted on 17 Oct 2024
This book is a lovely example of what happens when an excellent writer, a fabulous illustrator and a beautifully designed book all come together
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The Brighter I Shine posted on 15 Oct 2024
How do you celebrate your birthday? Are they times for celebrations and parties or maybe occasions to reflect on past, present and future?