Inspiring Young Readers
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The Last Zookeeper posted on 11 Jun 2024
I think many readers, especially adults, are puzzled by the concept of a wordless book
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Looking for Lucie posted on 10 Jun 2024
Like Lucie in this novel, I can well remember that slightly nauseous but excited feeling on ‘A' level results day.
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The Deadlands:Survival posted on 07 Jun 2024
The Deadlands: Survival is the final instalment in what has become a hugely popular and exciting series of novels for the young adult market.
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Big Gorilla: A Book of Opposites posted on 06 Jun 2024
Several years ago we were lucky enough to see the award-winning Anthony Browne at Cheltenham Literary Festival
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Temira Burtons and the Magic Lantern posted on 04 Jun 2024
Temira Burtons and the Magic Lantern by Dawn Funnell I was intrigued to have the chance to read the further adventures of this intrepid time travelling you
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The River Spirit posted on 03 Jun 2024
When we reviewed Lucy Strange’s debut novel for Barrington Stoke, The Mermaid in the Millpond, I noted that its charm lay in the skilful blending
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A Spy in the Jam Factory posted on 02 Jun 2024
For anyone who likes an unusual and gripping story featuring aliens, this one is for you to relish.
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The Lighthouse at the World’s End posted on 30 May 2024
The last time we entered the House at the Edge of Magic was back at the beginning of 2023
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One Extra Sparkle posted on 28 May 2024
I pride myself on being a very kind and attentive big sister to my sibling who was eight years younger than me.
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Totally Chaotic History: Ancient Egypt Gets Unruly posted on 27 May 2024
Greg Jenner is a public historian, broadcaster and author who is dedicated to the idea of popularising the study of history with the help of humour.