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“Great illustrations, another great book by Julie Fulton.”

Welsh Mummy blogs has written a fantastic review, on behalf of primary times, of Loud Daniel O’Dowd by Julie Fulton. “I really enjoyed reading this book to my son. The words flowed very nicely and the story kept my sons attention very well.” Her 3 year old son adding; “I really liked this book, we read it twice in one sitting because I like the alien in the spaceship and… Read More »“Great illustrations, another great book by Julie Fulton.”

Yuck! Said the Yak selected for Bookstart Corner programme!

Yuck! said the Yak by Alex English and illustrated by Emma Levey has become a firm favourite with children since it was published in September 2014. Now, it will reach even more children and help start their reading journeys as part of the Bookstart Corner programme by Booktrust. Yuck! Said the Yak has been selected as one of two picture books which will be sent out to children’s centres across the… Read More »Yuck! Said the Yak selected for Bookstart Corner programme!

“A great, fun book which kids are going to enjoy.”

Sue from The Bookbag has written a lovely review for the newest Ever So addition, Bossy Jonathan Fossy! “It’s a lovely story, written in rhyme, which fairly zips along as you wonder at Jonathan’s dreadful behaviour and then savour his suffering, on board, of all places, a pirate ship with some people who have a very long list of jobs which have to be done immediately, if not sooner. No… Read More »“A great, fun book which kids are going to enjoy.”

“A combination of colourful, quirky characters, bold illustrations and addictive, sing-along rhyming verse.”

At Maverick, some of our characters are too big for just one book and the biggest and boldest characters of all are, of course, the bizarre citizens of Hamilton Shady. Julie Fulton‘s Ever So series, featuring some of Hamilton Shady’s slightly flawed characters, has become an everlasting favourite. So with the fifth book due for release, we decided to give the whole series a bit of a lift, with brand… Read More »“A combination of colourful, quirky characters, bold illustrations and addictive, sing-along rhyming verse.”

Aerodynamics of Biscuits shortlisted for SCBWI Crystal Kite Award

Clare Helen Welsh‘s debut picture book, Aerodynamics of Biscuits, has been shortlisted for the Crystal Kite Awards.           The Crystal Kite Awards are a member choice awards for the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI). The books are chosen by region, and Clare is one of four finalists chosen from members in the UK and Ireland. Well done Clare!

“Beginner readers need quality books to read.” Early readers review

Melissa, who writes at Honey Bee Books, has tried and tested our early readers and has written us a lovely review! We completely agree with her that children need high quality early readers to encourage and enhance their reading skills. We take high quality, engaging stories and work to carefully edit them to be the best possible tools to help children learn to read. Here’s what Melissa had to say:… Read More »“Beginner readers need quality books to read.” Early readers review

Dinosaur Day Success!

Image from Telegraph & Argus  Steve Howson, author of Hocus Pocus Diplodocus, was joined by fellow dinosaur enthusiast, Louise Aaron, author of  Jamasaurus, to host a memorable Dinosaur Day with Bradford Libraries. Steve and Louise both read their dino books and then entertained the children with dino themed games. To top it all off, the libraries made sure there were plenty of dinosaur books on the shelves for the children to extend… Read More »Dinosaur Day Success!

Early Readers reviews

Mary, who writes for Over 40 and a Mum to One, has reviewed our latest early readers. Her son, Monkey is currently learning to read at school but will only read school books, home books are mum’s to read apparently! Hopefully our familiar early readers, adapted from our picture books, will encourage him to pick up some books at home and practice his reading. “The Maverick Early Readers range has been… Read More »Early Readers reviews

A Gold Star for George – top three book for 6 year olds!

We know A Gold Star for George is a brilliant book, how could it not be, George the Giraffe is in it! But we were still thrilled to see that it is the ranked third in best books for 6 years olds on Toppsta. Here’s what some of the happy Toppsta readers had to say about A Gold Star for George.  “We all really loved the book the children wanted to read it… Read More »A Gold Star for George – top three book for 6 year olds!

“Learning to read has never been such fun!” Parents in Touch review our newest Early Readers!

Parents in Touch have reviewed our latest offering of early readers. They are featured in their Learning to Read section and have definitely earned their endorsement! Here’s what they had to say about the books: The Four Little Pigs “Children will love to recognise the familiar elements whilst enjoying the quirky take on the story which gives it a whole new appeal.” Buy here. Pirates Don’t Drive Diggers “Great fun,… Read More »“Learning to read has never been such fun!” Parents in Touch review our newest Early Readers!

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