The Dream Maker by Kiera Nixon published a few weeks ago and I'm super excited to be sharing an author interview and extract from The Dream Maker! โFollow your dreams,โ everyone says. But where to find one worth following? For Maatje Finkel, it was four years ago. The first night without her sister. The night she discovered the hotel . . .
Trick or Treat by Catherine Emmett and Laura Brenlla
Itโs nearly Halloween and the perfect time to share Trick or Treat by Catherine Emmett and Laura Brenlla! This spooktacular book is most definitely a treat!
The Rainbow Flamingo by Catherine Emmett and Claire Powell ~ Blog Tour
Itโs publication day for The Rainbow Flamingo by Catherine Emmett and Claire Powell! For my stop on the blog tour, Iโm delighted to be sharing a guest post by Catherine on the inspiration behind this gorgeous picture book.
My Top Picks for the Coronation!
This Saturday 6th May 2023 is the coronation of King Charles III. My eldest daughter and her friends at school canโt stop talking about it. I have been amazed by the wonderful childrenโs books that have been published in time for the coronation. Here are my top picks!
How to Make a Story by Naomi Jones and Ana Gomez ~ Guest Post
Itโs publication day for How to Make a Story by Naomi Jones and Ana Gomez and Naomi will be sharing her top writing tips on how to make a brilliant story.
Superheroes Always Fight Back… Or Do They? ~ Author Interview
Today is publication day for Kateโs latest picture book, Superheroes Always Fight Back... Or Do They? Illustrated by Clare Elsom. This is the sensational sequel to one of my daughterโs all-time favourite picture books, Superheroes Donโt Get Scared.
My Ten Top Picks for 2022!
2022 seems to have gone by in a flash. As a family we have discovered so many new and wonderful childrenโs books that have been published this year. From twisted tales to inclusive and empowering reads. It was a tricky decision but here are our ten top picks of 2022!
22 Children’s Christmas Books for 2022
I look forward to my festive post each year, and this time I am sharing 22 Christmas books for 2022. It includes 14 new childrenโs books out this year and some of our family favourites published in recent years.
Ten Fantastic Children’s Books on Family Life
I am delighted to share a special feature on childrenโs books on โfamiliesโ. Every family is unique. The ten illustrated (fiction and non-fiction) books in this post cover: new siblings, adjusting to divorce, family relocation separation anxiety, adoption, different family structures and multi-cultural families.
The Faber Book of Bedtime Stories ~ Blog Tour ~ Author Interview
Itโs my stop on the blog tour for The Faber Book of Bedtime Stories, a gorgeous, uplifting collection of stories promoting modern-day messages of inclusivity, acceptance and bravery in the face of adversity.
Where Are All The Instruments? West Africa by Nathan Holder & Charity Russell ~ Author Interview
I am delighted to be rounding off Black History Month 2022 with a fabulous interview with Nathan Holder, the author of Where Are All The Instruments? West Africa, illustrated by Charity Russell. The best-selling music educational series Why Books encourage kids to ask questions, learning about music alongside diverse characters and a diverse range of musical styles. The latest book in the series is launching in November and introduces young children to many traditional instruments from West Africa!
Brilliant Books Celebrating Black Culture
To celebrate Black History Month, I want to share six fabulous books for children published in 2022 that celebrate Black culture in one way or another, from our hair to history and the power of names.
Granny Came Here on the Empire Windrush by Patrice Lawrence & Camilla Sucre ~ #Review
I am very excited to be sharing my review for Granny Came Here on the Empire Windrush by Patrice Lawrence & Camilla Sucre. This stunning picture book is pure gold and one of my top picks for 2022!
The Gifts That Grow by Monika Singh Gangotra & Michaela Dias-Hayes ~ Author Interview
Today I am sharing a Q&A with Monika Singh Gangotra, author of The Gifts That Grow, illustrated by Michaela Dias-Hayes. This is the duos second picture book, and having loved Sunflower Sisters (review here), I couldnโt wait to get the chance to talk to Monika about The Gifts That Grow.
Brave Dave by Giles Andreae & Guy Parker-Rees ~ #BlogTour #Author Interview
Itโs my stop on the blog tour for Brave Dave and I am beyond excited to be sharing an interview with the one-and-only Giles Andreae, author Giraffes Can't Dance. He will be talking about his latest picture Brave Dave, also illustrated by Guy Parker-Rees.
Sid’s Big Fib by Roo Parkin and Irina Avgustinovich ~ Author Interview
Itโs my stop on the blog tour for Sid's Big Fib by Roo Parkin and Irina Avgustinovich and Iโm delighted to be sharing an author interview with Roo.
Dadajiโs Paintbrush by Rashmi Sirdeshpande and Ruchi Mhasane ~ #BlogTour
Itโs my stop on the blog tour for Dadajiโs Paintbrush by Rashmi Sirdeshpande and Ruchi Mhasane. Full of the colours of India, this gorgeously illustrated picture book is bursting with emotions.
Every Bunny is a Yoga Bunny by Emily Ann Davison and Deborah Allwright ~ #GuestPost #BlogTour
It's my stop of the blog tour for Every Bunny is a Yoga Bunny by Emily Ann Davison and Deborah Allwright and Iโm delighted to be sharing a guest post by Emily on the benefits of yoga for children.
The Childrenโs Book Award Blog Tour โ Barbara Throws a Wobbler by Nadia Shireen
I am delighted to be part of the blog tour for the Federation of Childrenโs Book Groups Childrenโs Book Award, the only book award voted for entirely by children! I am showcasing a picture book by one of my favourite picture book creators, Nadia Shireen. Barbara Throws a Wobbler is a brilliantly funny and sensitive way to understand and deal with tantrums.
Six Reimagined Fairytale Books for National Tell A Fairy Tale Day 2022 ~ GIVEAWAY!
Itโs National Tell A Fairy Tale Day 2022 and I am delighted to be sharing six re-imaged fairy tale books as well as hosting an EPIC giveaway bundle.