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‘A hilarious and warm-hearted narrative’ Book Murmuration is charmed by AdoraBULL!

Louise at Book Murmuration just posted a very thoughtful review of AdoraBULL by Alison Donald with illustrations by Alex Willmore: ‘The story is right up to date. It uses internet trends and smart-phones to tell an age-old narrative. This means it could also be used to discuss the pressures of social media. Alfred looks online and sees cute animals. Does this mean he needs to change himself? It is great… Read More »‘A hilarious and warm-hearted narrative’ Book Murmuration is charmed by AdoraBULL!

‘Awesome’ Nayu’s Reading Corner rave review for Beware the Mighty Bitey!

Nayu’s Reading Corner recently gave a wonderful review for Beware the Mighty Bitey (part of the 2018 Summer Reading Challenge) by Heather Pindar with illustrations by Susan Batori: ‘I accepted this book for review without seeing the cover – the synopsis on it’s own had me smiling away and intrigued! I find piranhas cute just as I do crocodiles, they tend to be used in picture books with humour so… Read More »‘Awesome’ Nayu’s Reading Corner rave review for Beware the Mighty Bitey!

DINO-TASTIC first review from The Letterpress Project for Dino Wars: Rise of the Raptors!

Terry at The Letterpress Project just posted a wonderful pre-publication review of Dan Metcalf‘s new book coming out on the 28th of April Rise of the Raptors, the first in a four book series Dino Wars: ‘Let me just say that the excitement and the fun levels are satisfyingly high! At the end of the book you also get a teasing little taster of the next instalment in the quest… Read More »DINO-TASTIC first review from The Letterpress Project for Dino Wars: Rise of the Raptors!

‘A wonderful story full of enchantment and wonder’ Books for Boys reviews The Snowflake Mistake

Louise at Books for Boys recently posted a wonderful review of wintry treat The Snowflake Mistake by Lou Treleaven with illustrations by Maddie Frost: ‘This is a mesmerising rhyming book that will make you wish for a white Christmas. … a magical story that celebrates the beauty in diversity because things that are different are no less special.’ Thanks, Louise! Read the full review here Buy a copy here

Teachwire reviews Bears Don’t Eat Egg Sandwiches

Teachwire recently posted a lovely review for Bears Don’t Eat Egg Sandwiches in its new school books section: ‘Bears Don’t Eat Egg Sandwiches is a hilarious story about a boy who loves egg sandwiches and a very fussy bear who has other ideas.’ Read the full review here Buy a copy here

Bonkers About Beetroot wins Maverick Book of the Year!

Maverick authors and illustrators gathered for the annual Christmas party last Saturday night at the Brass Monkey pub in London. Each had one vote for Book of the Year out of 4 titles shortlisted by Maverick staff Kim, Steve, Aimee and Val. The winner was announced in great style by Charlie Bullock of Pandora Books…. the fabulously original  Bonkers About Beetroot by Cath Jones and illustrated by Chris Jevons! Sadly, Chris could… Read More »Bonkers About Beetroot wins Maverick Book of the Year!

Cath Jones wows young fans at book events in September and October!

Cath Jones enjoyed a fun visit to The Sheen Bookshop on the 13th of September where she read from her Early Reader The Smart Hat and got stuck into some zany hat making! On the 13th of October she met a gaggle of eager young fans at the Stream Walk Community Garden in Whitstable for a preview reading of her new picture book Bonkers About Beetroot. What a wonderful morning! If… Read More »Cath Jones wows young fans at book events in September and October!

‘This laugh-out-loud story is packed with fun’ Lancashire Evening Post goes Bonkers About Beetroot!

The Lancashire Evening Post relished our latest picture book Bonkers About Beetroot by Cath Jones and wonderfully illustrated by Chris Jevons: ‘Starring an optimistic Zebra and a pessimistic Penguin, this laugh-out-loud story is packed with fun, frolics and a fantastic cast of animal characters. Debut author Cath Jones lets her imagination run wild in this wacky safari adventure brought to life by Chris Jevons’ vibrant illustrations. No child can resist… Read More »‘This laugh-out-loud story is packed with fun’ Lancashire Evening Post goes Bonkers About Beetroot!

The Letterpress Project interviews Maverick author Tracy Gunaratnam!

Karen at The Letterpress Project has just run an exclusive interview with Tracy Gunaratnam author of picture books Preposterous Rhinoceros and the new Hamster Sitter Wanted. Find out what inspires Tracy, what her favourite books are and what she thinks makes an extraordinary picture book here. Buy a copy of Preposterous Rhinoceros here or a copy of Hamster Sitter Wanted here See The Letterpress Project’s review of Hamster Sitter Wanted… Read More »The Letterpress Project interviews Maverick author Tracy Gunaratnam!

‘A breath of fresh air’ Books for Topics reviews our Early Readers scheme!

Books for Topics aims to provide recommendations of high quality texts that can be used by teachers and other professionals working in primary schools. They’ve just enthusiastically reviewed our Early Readers scheme and this is what they had to say: ‘We’ve been testing out Maverick Early Readers for a few weeks now and we are already big fans! Covering book bands from pink to purple, this series takes readers from the earliest stages of… Read More »‘A breath of fresh air’ Books for Topics reviews our Early Readers scheme!

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