Summer Reading – Malamander

Books to be swept away with this summer… There are SO MANY great books around at the moment and so I’d like to share a few that I think are …

How to Bee by Bren MacDibble

Last year I discovered How To Bee by Bren MacDibble, a fascinating middle grade title that looks at the effects of climate change and poverty.  I felt it was insightful …

A Pinch of Magic by Michelle Harrison

Today I am delighted to be taking part in the blog tour for the latest spell-binding novel from Michelle Harrison – A Pinch of Magic. I’m also thrilled to share …

The Girl with the Shark’s Teeth by Cerrie Burnell

The Girl with the Shark’s Teeth is a story that shows us that courage, friendship and goodness comes in all kinds of packages. Minnow is different to the other girls in …

My Dad, The Earth Warrior by Gary Haq

Today I’m delighted to be taking part on both Tales Before Bedtime and Tales Before Bedtime Juniors in the blog tour for My Dad, The Earth Warrior by Gary Haq.  I’m particularly …

A Far Away Magic by Amy Wilson

Haunting prose that feeds the magical story as monsters are battled, fears are faced and grief is overcome. There is something quite beautiful in Bavar and Angel’s relationship. A special …

Christmas 2017 – Book Advent – Day Five & Six

Day Five & Six Okay, I know I’m cheating here a little doing two days in one but I think I can get away with it because today I am …

The Boy With One Name by J.R. Wallis

It’s Saturday and it’s Autumn – a great time to buy books. I absolutely love Middle Grade fiction. It’s exciting and there is such an amazing choice for kids (and …

Letters From The Lighthouse by Emma Carroll

I have to admit to being a big fan of Emma’s books. Her stories continue to delight and move me, and Letters from the Lighthouse does not disappoint at all. …

The Night Spinner by Abi Elphinstone

With this action packed third and final instalment to the series, Abi Elphinstone has secured her place in the imagination of young readers.