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i wish I’d been born a Unicorn

Over 40 and a Mum to One, Review new Maverick Books

Many thanks to the delightful children’s blog site run by Mary, for reviews of our new books. Comments like ‘We give this book a big thumbs up’  and  ‘This is a charming tale that any child will giggle at’ are so appreciatted by the authors and illustrators. And of course we must never forget our books can be such a help to a child learning to read and comments like ‘Monkey knows… Read More »Over 40 and a Mum to One, Review new Maverick Books

‘Icing on the Cake’ for ‘Unicorn’

  Lovely to see such a fun cake inspired by Rachel Lyon’s new children’s book, ” I Wish I’d Been Born a Unicorn” which is fast becoming a children’s favourite. To see more about Rachel, please visit her blog page here. To buy Rachel’s lovely book on Amazon please click here. Enjoy.

Parents in Touch- latest reviews for Maverick Books

“Maverick Books are bringing out some wonderful picture books which really engage children, both through the excellent story telling and through the wonderfully matched illustrations”   Yuck Said the Yak by Alex English                  I Wish I’d Been Born a Unicorn by Rachel Lyon A Scarf and a Half by Amanda Brandon        Bibble and the Bubbles by Alice Hemming To… Read More »Parents in Touch- latest reviews for Maverick Books

‘Book of the Month”I Wish I’d been Born a Unicorn’ at the Book Centre, Ireland

We are all extremely pleased that Rachel Lyon’s second rhyming picure book has been selected as ‘Book of the Month’ for the Irish Book Centre Bookchain. Rachel is one of our most talented rhyming authors here at Maverick and we are sure that children are going to enjoy the antics of ‘Mucky’ Please look out for this lovely book in all good bookshops and on line.  Enjoy.

Another Great Review!

I Wish I’d Been Born a Unicorn has received yet another five star review! “Fans of Julia Donaldson will love it! …perfect for a bedtime story.” As one horse dreams of being a unicorn, your little ones are taught valuable lessons in friendship and self acceptance. Children will love the beautiful illustrations. To read the full review click here. To buy the book on Amazon click here.

1st Five Star review for ‘Unicorn’

                      Rachel Lyon’s verses are great to read aloud and the story is inspiring and funny, a comment on being yourself and learning who true friends are. The art is perfectly matched, Andrea Ringli’s funny and touching illustration telling the story wonderfully. This Delightful Book will Inspire and Entertain!By billymcbrie on 22 Sep 2014 To read the whole review and… Read More »1st Five Star review for ‘Unicorn’