Today the spotlight is shining on debut author, Alison Paige, who will be sharing her publishing journey.
The Tale of Mrs M’Grady by Alison Paige & Paddy Donnelly ~ #Spotlight #Interview #Review ~ @paige_author @paddydonnelly @TinyTreeBooks
Extraordinary Ordinary Ella by Amber Hendricks & Luciana Nava Powell ~ #PictureBook #Review ~ @ashayhen @amicuspub
Ella is determined to do well at the school talent show. She tries and tries, but all her attempts to find a talent end in disaster. Or do they? Could Ella’s failed attempts to find a talent undercover the gift that makes her truly extraordinary?
I Am Violet by Tania Duprey Stehlik & Vanja Vuleta Jovanovic ~ #Spotlight #PictureBook #Interview #Review ~ @_secondstory
This spotlight features an interview with the author of a picture book and simplified board book that has really resonated with me. In these mirrored books, a mixed race girl is wondering why her skin colour is different to both her parents. Through a metaphor of painting, Tania and illustrator, Vanja, show Violet’s journey of identity and being proud to be who she is.
Egg by Sue Hendra & Paul Linnet ~ #PictureBook #Review ~ @suehendra @PaulLinnet @MacmillanKidsUK
This book is not like other books. This is a book that even the smallest children can read. This is a book which celebrates difference. This is a book with just one word... Egg.
100 Children’s Books by Colin Salter ~ #Books #Review ~ @PavilionKidsBks
Arranged in chronological order, this book is a collection of 100 children’s books that inspired the world.
Bob the Artist by Marion Deuchars ~ #WIN #PictureBook #Review ~ @mariondeuchars @LKPChildrens @LaurenceKingPub
I am thrilled to be shining the spotlight on Marion Deuchars’ fantastic series, Bob the Artist. PLUS I will be giving you the chance to WIN a copy of the latest book in the series Bob Goes Pop!
I am NOT an Elephant by Karl Newson & Ross Collins ~ #PictureBook #Review ~ @Karlwheel @MacmillanKidsUK
This laugh-out-loud sequel to I am a TIGER sees a gecko accusing Mouse of being an elephant.
The Grizzly Itch by Victoria Cassanell ~ #SaturdaySpotlight #Interview #PictureBook #Review ~ @VickyCassanell @MacmillanKidsUK
I’m delighted to be sharing a review and fascinating interview with author/illustrator Victoria Cassnell about her charming debut picture book The Grizzly Itch which was published earlier this week.
Dewdrop by Katie O’Neill ~ #PictureBook #Review ~ @strangelykatie @OniPress
Dewdrop the axolotl (a Mexican walking fish!) loves cheerleading and is determined to cheer on all of his friends as this year’s sports fair.
Noisy Farm by Rod Campbell ~ #BoardBook #Review #30 #Anniversary ~@MacmillanKidsUK
Rooster has woken up Sam the farm dog. There are lots of different noises on the farm, but what animals can Sam hear? And can you spot the animal’s babies – they might be hiding!
The Elephants’ Guide to Hide-And-Seek by Kjersten Hayes & Glenys Jose ~ #PictureBook #Review ~ @KjerstenHayes @gladysjosedraws @SourcebooksKids
Elephants are great at many things... but playing hide-and-seek isn’t one of them. That’s where The Elephant Hobby and Sport League steps in, with their infamous handbook, The Elephants' Guide to Hide-and-Seek.
I Forgot to Say I Love You by Miriam Moss & Anna Currey ~ #BoardBook #Review ~ @macmillankidsuk
Mum is trying to get Billy ready for nursery but they are running very late! Can Mum finally get Billy to nursery and will she remember the most important thing of all?
How to Make a Shark Smile by Shawn Achor, Amy Blankson & Claudia Ranucci ~ #PictureBook #Review ~ @shawnachor @amyblankson @LP_Stories @SourcebooksKids
Everyone in the aquarium is feeling down. But when a dolphin called Ripple arrives, she has a sure-fire plan to get everyone smiling.
Boundless Sky by Amanda Addison & Manuela Adreani ~ #SaturdaySpotlight #Picturebook #Review #AuthorInterview ~ @AAhandmadelife @lantanapub
Amanda Addison tells us about the inspiration behind her debut picture book Boundless Sky and her writing journey.
Girl Who Spoke to the Moon by Land Wilson & Sue Cornelison ~ #PictureBook #Review ~ @landwilson @LP_Stories @SourcebooksKids
This gentle, rhyming story of friendship offers a unique approach to change the way we view Earth
Wolf Will Not Come by Myriam Ouyessad & Ronan Badel ~ #PictureBook #Review ~ @Schifferbooks
Rabbit can’t sleep. No matter how much Mum tries to reassure Rabbit, Rabbit is not convinced Wolf won’t find a way to get to them. But will the wolf come?
The Shape Trilogy by Mac Barnett & Jon Klassen ~ #SaturdaySpotlight #PictureBook #Review #STEM ~ @burstofbeaden @WalkerBooksUK
Written in a truly unique and quirky style, the shape trilogy is packed full of wry humour, both in words and illustrations.
Little Shell and Jittery Jellyfish by Ester Alsina & Zurine Aguirre ~ #PictureBook #Review ~ @Schifferbooks
Little Shell loves playing with her best friend Jittery Jellyfish. But can Jellyfish learn to control her temper?
Hurry Home, Harriet by Lucy Barnard ~ #PictureBook #Review ~ @QEDPublishing @QuartoKids
Harriet thinks her friends have forgotten today is her birthday. But where are her friends going? Could they be on their way to a surprise party?
All About Allosaurus by Greg Gormley & Dean Gray ~ #PictureBook #Review ~ @gormley_greg @QEDPublishing @QuartoKids
Allosaurus is fed up of everything being about T. rex so sets out to write a book all about himself.
