Inspiring Young Readers
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The Not-So-Uniform Life of Holly Mei posted on 31 May 2023
The Not-So-Uniform Life of Holly Mei by Christina Matula The author of this unusual and engaging story describes it as ‘my love letter to Hong Kong’ which
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Jodie posted on 28 May 2023
Award-winning children’s author, Hilary McKay has produced a spine-tingling new story for Barrington Stoke...
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An Interview with Jeremy Strong posted on 24 May 2023
An Interview with Jeremy Strong
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Molly, Olive and Dexter posted on 21 May 2023
A picture book cover is so important in concisely conveying the atmosphere of the story that follows.
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The Boy Who Stole the Pharaoh’s Lunch posted on 17 May 2023
When it comes to school, Seth’s levels of concentration aren’t exactly top of the class.
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The Murderer’s Ape posted on 14 May 2023
Originally written in Swedish and expertly translated by Peter Graves, The Murderer’s Ape has become something of a young adult cult classic
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Becky Bloomsfield posted on 09 May 2023
As I’m sure that everyone remembers, being an eleven year old on the cusp of teenage life is fraught with periods of angst....
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Bidge and Bodge posted on 01 May 2023
The memorable eponymous characters are two adventure-loving bears who live in the tallest tree in the biggest forest...
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Clutch posted on 26 Apr 2023
Award-winning children’s novelist, M.G. Leonard brings us a third instalment of the adventures of the bird-watching detectives ....
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This is a Story posted on 23 Apr 2023
This fabulously illustrated and beautifully designed paean of praise to the power of stories and books is a lyrical delight from beginning to end.