What the Ladybird Heard on Holiday by Julia Donaldson & Lydia Monks Review
It’s summer! Not only is the perfect time for travel, adventure and lots of fun, it’s also time for some holidays tales. While many families are packing their bags for…
James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl Review
Roald Dahl was an excellent storyteller, capturing the imagination of readers everywhere with his dark humorous and wildly entertaining stories. James and the Giant Peach is storytelling at its most…
Crusher by Niall Leonard Review
YA crime & mystery thrillers blend high stakes drama, fast paced storytelling and characters pushing against the edge of the law that makes irresistible reading. This genre thrusts its young…
Why Every Child Should Visit the Library Regularly
Good reading habits start from a very early age with bedtime stories. As children get older and start to enjoy the freedom of reading for themselves, there is a magical…
Turns Out I’m An Alien by Lou Treleaven Review
When it comes to children’s books, middle grade readers (roughly for ages 8–12 years old) live in that sweet spot between chapter books/junior fiction and epic YA novels. They have…