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Irish Mythology by Sinéad O’Hart
Today marks the start of our Myths and Legends Week. So many stories are rooted in myths, legends, folklore and oral storytelling passed on for generations. We want to celebrate recent publications that have links to myths and legends. Today we host Sinéad O’Hart and her story, The Silver Road. Irish Mythology by Sinéad O’Hart […]
The Council of Good Friends is a new book from author Nikesh Shukla and Knights Of. We are thrilled to share a Q&A with Nikesh below! Can you tell us a bit about your new book? The book is about a group of friends, a group of male friends, a group of male friends […]
From School Librarian to Children’s Author by Angela Kecojevic
We are pleased to share a fantastic guest post from school librarian Angela Kecojevic on becoming a children’s author. Angela Kecojevic: From School Librarian to Children’s Author Books have always been an important part of my life. My mother had a bookshop when I was a child, so my nose was often buried in the […]
FCBG Booklist- Going Solo
Our Going Solo Booklist celebrates the newly independent reader! Every child develops at their own rate and should be allowed to enjoy the stories which appeal to them whatever their reading stage or age. This selection offers titles which are perfect for sharing and for newly independent readers to tackle themselves. Many are highly illustrated, […]
Real Life Snakes and Ladders by Victoria Williamson
Snakes and Ladders is a board game that’s been around for a long time. The game originated in India, and is thought to have been played as early as the second century AD. The original idea of the game was that it represented a journey through life, with ladders symbolising good deeds like kindness, generosity, […]
Q&A with Bia Melo
Can you remember your dreams? What do you think happens in your imagination as you sleep? Bia Melo has created a book inspired by dreams. We recently sent Bia some questions to answer around The Dream Book! Where did the inspiration for The Dream Book come from? The inspirations for this book, came, […]
Nowhere Island by Tania Unsworth
Tania Unsworth has written a blog for us that will have us reminiscing about favourite books growing up and the joys of reading the same titles again and again. Writing to be read – and read again. When I was a child, my family didn’t have much money to spare for buying books. I went […]
Grapefruit Moon by Shirley-Anne McMillan
YA titles can be intense and hard to write! Shirley-Anne McMillan has devised some thoughtful tips on writing relevant characters that will resonate with YA readers today. Check out her suggestions below. Writing Characters that Resonate with Young People Today By Shirley-Anne McMillan Lately I’ve been thinking more and more often about those Leonard Cohen […]
Q&A with Jane Foster
Jane Foster has recently published a series of board books for different ages and stages of babies. We recently asked a few questions about this new series and her ways of working! Do you find there to be a difference when illustrating books for different ages and stages of reader? Yes, I do try to […]
Getting children involved in the Information Book Award by Chris Routh
Awards can be a fun way to engage readers with new books. Chris Routh has shared some ideas around getting children involved with the SLA Information Book Award. Chris Routh is the current Chair of the Reading Children’s Book Group. After stepping down from the judging panel for the Information Book Award a couple of […]
Against the Odds by Alastair Humphreys
Alastair Humphreys is an adventurer and author. In his latest book, he sheds light on adventurers who overcame struggles during their journeys or adventures. We recently sent some questions to him about his own adventures and his writing! Q1: What made you want to highlight adventurers and explorers to a younger audience? My career as […]
This or That by Freja Nicole Woolf
We have a quick fire Q&A with Freja Nicole Woolf, author of Never Trust a Gemini! Check out her answers for some insight into her writing, planning and favourite tropes! ‘This or That’ Freja Nicole Woolf A perfect Pisces princess or a fork-tongued Gemini? I am a Pisces princess myself, and there’s […]
5 Reasons to Try the Grimwood Series
5 Reasons to Try…THE GRIMWOOD SERIES BY Nadia Shireen Grimwood is the bestselling, award-winning and anarchic comedy-adventure series by Nadia Shireen. Highly illustrated throughout and perfect for readers age 7+, fans of Dog Man, David Walliams and Bunny vs Monkey – and anyone who loves to laugh! The latest instalment in the series, Grimwood: Attack […]
The Dog Squad by Clara Vulliamy
We are delighted to share a guest blog from Clara Vulliamy about her new series and characters. The Dog Squad published earlier this month and has plenty of praise already. My new illustrated fiction series, The Dog Squad, stars three brilliant young reporters, Eva, Ash and Simone, who have their very own newspaper. They stumble […]
Q&A with Pippa Funnell
We love hosting Q&A’s on the blog as it gives us a bit of a chance to be nosy and learn more about the author, their inspirations and the books they write. In this case, we asked the very talented Olympic medalist, Pippa Funnell a few questions about her series. You’re a busy, very successful […]
Sports and Games Booklist
Each month we share one of our brilliant book lists and August’s has been collated to link to the Summer Reading Challenge and its theme of Ready Set Read! Please feel free to print and share our booklists and encourage children to try some of our recommended books!
Stupendous Sports Series by Robin Bennett
Stupendous Sports is a popular series for sports loving readers. A mix of fact, fiction and funny, these books are ideal for summer reading. Check out the blog from author Robin Bennett about his series. Stupendous Sports Series by Robin Bennett When I was about fifteen and first tried my hand at writing something other […]
The Lonely Tiger by Terenia Edwards
Aspiring picture book authors, this is the blog for you. Terenia Edwards shares the origins of The Lonely Tiger in her guest blog for us today and it is hopeful and helpful to read! I’m so pleased The Lonely Tiger is my first mark on the world of children’s publishing. I’ve had aspirations to […]