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‘A hit with young listeners’ Red Reading Hub enjoys two new picture books!

We are delighted to see that Jill at Red Reading Hub has published a wonderful review of two new picture books: The MOOsic Makers by Heather Pindar with illustrations by Barbara Bakos (publishing 28 July): ‘Full of MOO-puns and craziness, Heather and Barbara’s teamwork has created a satisfying tale of determination and cooperation that will be a hit with young listeners.’ The Pirate Who Lost His Name by Lou Treleaven… Read More »‘A hit with young listeners’ Red Reading Hub enjoys two new picture books!

‘The perfect pirate package for your own little buccaneers!’ Lancashire Evening Post enjoys some wordplay and knockabout action in The Pirate Who Lost His Name!

Pam at The Lancashire Evening Post recently enjoyed reading new picture book by Lou Treleaven with illustrations by Genie Espinosa, The Pirate Who Lost His Name: ‘Picture book author Lou Treleaven has fun and plenty of guessing games with this quirky and captivating tale of a pirate and his parrot voyaging across the high seas in search of his forgotten name. Children will love tagging along with the bearded pirate… Read More »‘The perfect pirate package for your own little buccaneers!’ Lancashire Evening Post enjoys some wordplay and knockabout action in The Pirate Who Lost His Name!

Some Stone Age fun & a tasty and droll rhyming narrative find favour with Red Reading Hub!

Jill at Red Reading Hub has recently posted her thoughts on two of our latest picture books: I, Pod by Rebecca Lisle with illustrations by Richard Watson: ‘Pod fans will thoroughly enjoy his latest, fun-filled book and he’ll likely the win a lot more enthusiasts thanks to Rebecca and Richard’s latest verbal and visual accounts of his exploits.’ Don’t Eat Pete! by Sue Walker with illustrations by Carlo Beranek ‘With… Read More »Some Stone Age fun & a tasty and droll rhyming narrative find favour with Red Reading Hub!

‘A tasty treat for all the family!’ The Lancashire Evening Post reviews Don’t Eat Pete!

Pam at The Lancashire Evening Post has just published a fantastic review for new picture book Don’t Eat Pete by Sue Walker with illustrations by Carlo Beranek: ‘Expect the unexpected in this comical tale of a hungry troll who has the tables turned on him… in more ways than one. Debut author Sue Walker and illustrator Carlo Beranek work their magic in this playful picture book story which is guaranteed… Read More »‘A tasty treat for all the family!’ The Lancashire Evening Post reviews Don’t Eat Pete!

‘Adorable’ Kirkus Reviews enjoys AdoraBULL ahead of its US release!

Kirkus Reviews has just published a great review for AdoraBULL by Alison Donald with illustrations by Alex Willmore ahead of its US distribution by Lerner Books in September: ‘As a pair, the animals are “adorable.” The unaffected text never overwhelms the pictures and could offer a transition into independent reading with mostly easily decoded vocabulary.’ You can pre-order the book in the US here and buy a copy in the… Read More »‘Adorable’ Kirkus Reviews enjoys AdoraBULL ahead of its US release!

‘A worthy addition to the pirate canon!’ Chez l’Abeille finds hidden treasure in The Pirate Who Lost His Name!

Cathy at Chez l’Abeille has written a cracking review for new picture book The Pirate Who Lost His Name by Lou Treleaven with illustrations by Genie Espinosa: ‘Finding new texts to enthuse young children is always a teacher’s top priority. In recent times, I don’t think I’ve got through a school year without seeing a pirate context being used in an early years classroom somewhere. Most young children love the… Read More »‘A worthy addition to the pirate canon!’ Chez l’Abeille finds hidden treasure in The Pirate Who Lost His Name!

‘Guaranteed to put a smile on anyone’s face’ FIVE STARS from Story Island Reviews for Froggy Day!

Froggy Day by Heather Pindar with illustrations by Barbara Bakos was recently reviewed by pupils from Ospringe Primary School, Faversham, on Story Island Reviews:   ‘It was a great book. Definitely great for younger children who are guaranteed to enjoy it!’ (Lee) ‘This book is very delightful and guaranteed to put a smile on your child’s face when they read it.’ (Annabelle) ‘This was a hilarious book for younger children.’ (Sophie) ‘This… Read More »‘Guaranteed to put a smile on anyone’s face’ FIVE STARS from Story Island Reviews for Froggy Day!

‘Maverick have captured the very best of children’s fiction’ Linda’s Book Bag checks out 3 new picture books!

Linda’s Book Bag has posted a smashing review of three of our most recent picture books: ‘This is such a fun story with considerable humour for children and adults alike.  The Pirate Who Lost His Name has just enough piratey direct speech to give authenticity without undermining language acquisition for children. Indeed, the mis-use of ‘me’ instead of ‘my’, ‘ye’ for ‘you’ and ‘yer’ for ‘your’ would make excellent talking points… Read More »‘Maverick have captured the very best of children’s fiction’ Linda’s Book Bag checks out 3 new picture books!

Library Girl and Book Boy celebrates the 50th anniversary of the moon landing with a review of Teachers on Pluto!

Library Girl and Book Boy has recently reviewed some new space-themed books including Teachers on Pluto by Lou Treleaven which was published in March 2019: ‘With the 50th anniversary of the moon landing being celebrated this July, I’m seizing the opportunity to share all of the fantastic Space-themed books I’ve been enjoying recently.’ ‘This is the third book in the ‘Pen-pals on Pluto’ series and would be perfect for people… Read More »Library Girl and Book Boy celebrates the 50th anniversary of the moon landing with a review of Teachers on Pluto!

‘Several themes which would make it a very useful story for any classroom’ Chez l’abeille reviews The MOOsic Makers!

Cathy at Chez l’abeille has just posted a great review for picture book The MOOsic Makers by Heather Pindar with illustrations by Barbara Bakos (publishing 28 July): ‘Although, on the surface, this story appears quite straightforward, there are several themes which would make it a very useful story for any classroom. Nutmeg and Celery, the talented duo are lured by the scent of fame, but have to become DisCOW musicians… Read More »‘Several themes which would make it a very useful story for any classroom’ Chez l’abeille reviews The MOOsic Makers!

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