Maverick Books News & Media
Have you seen Maverick Early Reader author Clare Helen Welsh‘s piece on young readers for International Literacy Day in I am in Print? ‘In this post, I have tried to unpick the challenges that young readers face regarding reading and offer some tips using my experience as an EYFS teacher, as an author and as a parent. Learning to read is something that parents and teachers worry about enormously and… Read More »Encouraging Early Readers
Louise at Book Murmuration has posted a cracking review for new picture book Froggy Day by Heather Pindar with illustration by Barbara Bakos: ‘Both text and illustration will bring young readers to laughter. The one joke runs through the text and the big question as you turn the page is where will the frogs get next? This anticipation leads to increased amusement when the question is answered. This would be a lovely… Read More »‘A lovely book to encourage wordplay and art’ Book Murmuration review of Froggy Day!
We are delighted to see a new review for four recent Maverick books from new reviewer Tea and Cake for the Soul: ‘I only feature books that I really love and am happy to share with you as part of my Recommended Reading section, and I have to say that these are fabulous for children in Early Years and Key Stage 1. Please check out their website for both collections, where you… Read More »Tea and Cake for the Soul review some new Maverick picture book and early reader treats!
US reviewer The Reading Castle has posted a wonderful review for The Snowflake Mistake by Lou Treleaven with illustrations by Maddie Frost which is distributed in the US by Lerner Books in a beautiful hardback jacketed edition: ‘The Snowflake Mistake is a sweet story about creative thinking and problem-solving skills. Most children will be able to see themselves in Ellie, who might not meet her mother’s perfectionism, but has the ability… Read More »‘A sweet story about creative thinking’ Reading Castle enjoys some wintry fun with the US edition of The Snowflake Mistake!
Primary school teacher Mrs Wylie posted a wonderful review for our 6 new Graphic Readers for reluctant readers on her book review site Addicted to Books: ‘The Graffix Books Reluctant Reader Series from Maverick Publishing is a great series of books to get reluctant readers hooked on reading again. The modern, up-to-date storylines, presented in a graphic novel style will grab attention at first glance. Â I trialled them with a… Read More »‘A huge hit! Teacher reviewer Mrs Wylie and students love our new Graphic Reluctant Readers!
Terry at The Letterpress Project has just written a fab review for Not Yet a Yeti by Lou Treleaven with illustrations by Tony Neal: ‘Not Yet A Yeti is all about how a family can deal with difference and finding ways not to be judgemental when someone wants to take their own path. It’s also about having the courage to acknowledge what you really want to be as you grow up… Read More »The Letterpress Project commends the gentle message and delightful illustrations in Not Yet a Yeti!
Jill at Red Reading Hub recently enjoyed reading our two new picture books and relates an amazing real story about frogs raining down in India! Not Yet a Yeti by Lou Treleaven with illustrations by Tony Neal ‘An offbeat tale of having the courage to be yourself and acceptance that manages to include the creature that seems to be every young child’s favourite at present – the unicorn. For this… Read More »‘A real hoot’ Red Reading Hub enjoys two new picture books and recalls a real Indian frog rain!
Space on the Bookshelf had some nice words for new picture book by Lou Treleaven Not Yet a Yeti: ‘Not Yet A Yeti, is a fun and colourful tale of self-acceptance and family love.’ Thank you! Check out the review here and buy a copy here
Sarah at My Book Corner has written a lovely review of Not Yet a Yeti by Lou Treleaven: ‘Lou Treleaven’s words along with the colourful images created by Tony Neal take the reader on a heart-felt voyage of discovery. George, like so many children out there, perhaps feel they are different from others in their family unit. Not Yet a Yeti is an excellent tale of no matter who or… Read More »‘A heart-felt voyage of discovery’ My Book Corner enjoys an excellent tale of accepting difference in Not Yet a Yeti!
Have you seen the great review from My Book Corner for the second book in the Dino Wars series The Trials of Terror by Dan Metcalf? ‘Dan Metcalf’s second book in the Dino Wars series is a fast-paced thriller with jumps and scares at every turn of the page. The reader will race through each chapter rooting for Adam and Chloe as they are put to the test in order to save… Read More »‘A must-read for Dino Wars fans!’ My Book Corner races through The Trials of Terror!
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