Cameron Battle grew up reading The Book of Chidani, cherishing stories about the fabled kingdom that cut itself off from the world to save the Igbo people from danger. Passed down over generations, the Book is Cameron’s only connection to his parents, who disappeared [...]
January 30, 2023
Fans of Spiderman rejoice! Miles Morales has just about gotten used to this being Spider-Man thing. Keeping Brooklyn safe, taking down bad guys, and finishing his homework – he’s got this! But when Spider-Man is invited to a launch for a brand-new video game, things [...]
From a new author is a carefully crafted adventure set off the Welsh coast. Including an element of magic, a touching friendship and an apposite warning about volatile weather patterns this is a carefully crafted story with lovely descriptions of mood and scene. Gruff and [...]
This non-fiction activity book is filled with crafts and recipes, fun facts about the Lunar New Year celebrations observed by over ONE BILLION people all over the world. Children can learn about the twelve animals of the Chinese Zodiac and learn why they’re so important [...]
January 27, 2023
Readers aged 7-11 year who like funny books will enjoy this story about a boy called Jesse who gets to accompany his grandad on a cruise for retired people. To Jesse’s surprise there are some interesting characters on board: Mysterious cat burglars, crime lords and [...]
January 26, 2023
The Bedtime Stories collections from Scholastic are perfect for bedtime reading. In this volume all the short historical stories are based on important figures and events from Asian history. Written and illustrated by creators with heritage from across the continent of Asia, these stories [...]
“The Girl who Broke the Sea” by A. Connors is a thrilling debut novel following Lily, a fiery 16 year old girl who is expelled from school and moves with her mum to a mining rig situated at the bottom of the ocean. There, [...]
From eco-conscious children’s writer Ele Fountain is a story about a boy called Jack who finds a true friend in the middle of the rainforest. Before his mum suggested he accompany her on her conservation trip for work he had been unhappy. He had [...]
From Clare Weze this is story about a friendship between a girl called Ginika and a magical character called Peri, who can swim through the water like a dolphin. Readers will join Ginika and Peri as they dive beneath the waves and walk the lands [...]
January 23, 2023
Readers who enjoy intriguing, mysterious dark tales will enjoy this book by A.F. Harold. And if you appreciate stories with illustrations you will love the intricate drawing by Levi Pinfold. Hex never meant for the girl to follow him and his friend Tommo into the [...]
In her lyrical and heartfelt second poetry collection, Sophia Thakur takes us on an emotionally charged journey through the past lives of women and considers what it means to be a woman in today’s society. Encompassing love, from first crush to break-up, the history that [...]
From the team who created Hug here is another lovely picture book exploring feelings and friendship, published by Faber. There were so many things that Tortoise wanted to do. So many games to play and rocks to climb. But when he was unable to join in [...]
It’s time to join Oti’s second dance class! This time the children are rehearsing for their first dance show, and learning “The Lion Samba” in ten easy steps. Mrs Oti teaches them all about animal movements and how they can be used in their dance. [...]
This shiny black book with a sparkly foiled unicorn on the front cover just begs to be picked up! Inside there are bright, bold illustrations and sturdy pages with flaps to lift and simple funny story with word play that is perfect for little ones [...]
Happy Chinese New Year! With a stunning double-gatefold spread revealing a beautiful Chinese picture, this uplifting story shows the transformative power of art and imagination in developing cultural understanding and empathy. It is published by indie publisher Otter Barry Books. Shu Lin is starting at a [...]
January 22, 2023
Pirate Galleon is the second story in the series of adventures of Charlie Small. It is set on the high seas because in this book he finds himself working as a cabin boy on a pirate ship. Charlie is a 12-year old boy who repeatedly falls [...]
From fantasy writer Liz Flanagan is an magical new series involving dragons, friendship and adventure for readers aged 7-11 years old. When war threatens her beloved city, Rowan and her mother must flee to the Dark Forest. Though she misses her father, Rowan makes new friends [...]
January 20, 2023
This inspiring book is a celebration of friendship from 11-year-old Pride of Britain winners, Hughie and Freddie. Hughie Higginson and Freddie Xavi tell us why friends are so special, and show us what we can all do to be a brilliant friend! Hughie and Freddie [...]
January 16, 2023
Sara, Sanjeev and Salma are transported back in time to Xi’an, during a perilous trial pitting their wits against a formidable and violent foe who has escaped from his thousand-year imprisonment and is bent on revenge. Chan, is a wealthy gang leader who has [...]
This funny story about making friends will encourage children to be more understanding about their friends’ differences and illustrate kindness and empathy. Nicola Kinnear’s previous picture books, A Little Bit Brave, Dragons Don’t Share and Shhh! Quiet! have won her many fans all round the [...]
January 15, 2023
