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‘Perfect for teaching children about the importance of fighting for what you believe in.’ Trailblazer Blog Tour, Day 4

Kate Poels is leading day four of our Trailblazer Blog Tour, take a look to see what she thought of our newst narrative non-fiction book; This fascinating non-fiction picture book tells the story of Lily Parr, one of the pioneering women’s football players of the early 20th century. Full of incredible facts about the history of women’s football and the prejudice and difficulties players of Lily’s era had to deal with, this… Read More »‘Perfect for teaching children about the importance of fighting for what you believe in.’ Trailblazer Blog Tour, Day 4

‘Fabulously written and the illustrations pop off the page’ Trailblazer Blog Tour, Day 3

We’re here celebrating the Trailblazer Blog Tour Day 3, by visiting Sarah from Let Them Be Small; The book, Trailblazer, from Maverick and written by Elizabeth Dale and illustrated by Carolina Coroa is a fantastic book about Lily Parr. Lily Parr was a true trailblazer for women’s football, and her story is one that I wasn’t aware of until now. She was born in 1905 and was a true star of her… Read More »‘Fabulously written and the illustrations pop off the page’ Trailblazer Blog Tour, Day 3

‘This historical account of a female football revolution teaches children the importance of resilience’ Trailblazer Blog Tour, Day 2

Louise over at Books For Boys has reviewed our newest narrative non-fiction picture book, Trailblazer by Elizabeth Dale, with illustrations by Carolina Coroa; This delightful picture book follows Lily Parr the inspirational women’s footballer, who battled prejudice to play the sport she loved. When football is banned, Lily and her teammates don’t give up! On the inside cover of the book is a fascinating facts montage and subsequently on every page is… Read More »‘This historical account of a female football revolution teaches children the importance of resilience’ Trailblazer Blog Tour, Day 2

My Book Corner Kick’s Off The Trailblazer Blog Tour, Day 1

Sarah and Emma over at My Book Corner have been able to chat with author, Elizabeth Dale, asking her their infamous author questions; Tell us about you in 25 words or less. I adore writing for children – the best job in the world! I’ve had 84 books accepted/published and my three daughters are children’s authors too. Your latest book, Trailblazer, is hitting the shelves. Can you tell us how your it came… Read More »My Book Corner Kick’s Off The Trailblazer Blog Tour, Day 1

Top 10 Tips to Submitting a Children’s Picture Book Manuscript

You’ve written a manuscript… now what?! We know how hard it can be to put your manuscript out there. Join our editor – Kim, who shares Maverick’s top ten tips to making sure your book idea has the best chance of getting published. Our Maverick book submissions are open; so if you feel your manuscript is ready – click here! We look forward to hearing from you!

‘A genuinely very funny story that clearly delivers a strong message about bravery and positivity’ Father Reading Reviews The Knight Who Might

Kieron, T and L over at Father Reading have snatched up an ARC of Lou Treleaven’s upcoming picture book, The Knight Who Might – with illustrations by the talented, Kyle Beckett; The Knight Who Might is a young lad who tries with all his might to be a knight. Sadly he isn’t up to much as a knight, always falling off his horse, sticking his sword in all the wrong places and… Read More »‘A genuinely very funny story that clearly delivers a strong message about bravery and positivity’ Father Reading Reviews The Knight Who Might

‘A great way to interest children in history, while still having all the ingredients of a gripping adventure’ Our Book Reviews Gets Gripped By Wolfsong Series

Maryom, over at Our Book Reviews, has been gripped by The Whispering Stones – book two in Saviour Pirotta’s Wolfsong series, with illustrations by Davide Ortu; After his first adventure, as told in The Stolen Spear, Wolf, has discovered what he wants to do when he’s grown up – to be a healer and a shaman. That’s still a long way off though, and although his village’s current shaman, Moon, is… Read More »‘A great way to interest children in history, while still having all the ingredients of a gripping adventure’ Our Book Reviews Gets Gripped By Wolfsong Series

‘Full of atmospheric illustrations, text and pictures combine to bring the Neolithic era to life.’ The NSTBA Reviews, The Whispering Stones

The team over at the North Somerset Teachers’ Book Award have reviewed Saviour Pirotta’s, The Whispering Stones – book two in the Wolfsong series with illustrations by Davide Ortu; Once again, superb story telling and history are combined in a book from Saviour Pirotta. Details of life in the Neolithic era are peppered throughout the story, allowing the reader to effortlessly learn more about the period whilst enjoying the plot.… Read More »‘Full of atmospheric illustrations, text and pictures combine to bring the Neolithic era to life.’ The NSTBA Reviews, The Whispering Stones