Over 40 and a Mum to One

‘Stone Underpants gets a big thumbs up’ High praise on Over 40 and a Mum to One

Wonderful review of Stone Underpants by Rebecca Lisle, illustrated by Richard Watson, on Over 40 and a Mum to One ‘Monkey has absolutely loved this book, and donâ€™t faint, heâ€™s actually read some of the book himself!! The story is full of fun and the Richard Watson illustrations work brilliantly. Â Itâ€™s been a big hit here and Monkeyâ€™s asked to take it in to school so his teacher can share… Read More »‘Stone Underpants gets a big thumbs up’ High praise on Over 40 and a Mum to One

“Certainly made me chuckle” – review for George and the New Craze

Mary, who writes at Over 40 and a Mum to One, has reviewed the newest addition to the George the Giraffe and Friends series by Alice Hemming, George and the New Craze. “But the story line certainly made me chuckle. I can vividly remember my brother and his Panini sticker books and football cards were the rage, even in the dark ages of my own childhood.Â Thereâ€™s a funny story line… Read More »“Certainly made me chuckle” – review for George and the New Craze

Queen Fluff or Marie Antoinette? Review for Not Enough for Queen Fluff.

Mary at Over 40 and a Mum to One has written a lovely review for Rachel Lyon‘s latest picture book, Not Enough for Queen Fluff. She’s event pointed out the similarities between Marie Antoinette and our little snobby bunny queen… “So what could the picture book, written by Rachel Lyon, have in common with a French queen? Â Well Queen Fluff is just the grandest of bunnies, she has it all… Read More »Queen Fluff or Marie Antoinette? Review for Not Enough for Queen Fluff.

Early Readers reviews

Mary, who writes for Over 40 and a Mum to One, has reviewed our latest early readers. Her son, Monkey is currently learning to read at school but will only read school books, home books are mum’s to read apparently! Hopefully our familiar early readers, adapted from our picture books, will encourage him to pick up some books at home and practice his reading. “TheÂ Maverick Early Readers range has been… Read More »Early Readers reviews

“A lovely, funny read” – Review for Professor McQuark and the Oojamaflip

Mary and Monkey, who write at the blogÂ Over40 and a Mum to One,Â have reviewed Lou Trleleaven’sÂ Professor McQuark and the OojamaflipÂ and we’re pleased to hear that it is Monkey’s top picture book pick of the week! “The story is told in rhyming text with wonderfully descriptive illustrations by Julia Patton.Â Itâ€™s been a great hit hereÂ â€“Â Oojamaflip is a word Monkey hears me using all the time!Â I wonâ€™t ruin the ending but itâ€™s… Read More »“A lovely, funny read” – Review for Professor McQuark and the Oojamaflip

Fantastic review for As Quiet as a Mouse from Over 40 and a Mum to One

We have received another fantastic review for As Quiet as a Mouse by Karen Owen and Evgenia Golubeva from Mary, who writes at Over 40 and a Mum to One. “If you have a new baby in the house with an older sibling youâ€™ll totally relate to As Quiet As A Mouse by Karen Owen. The illustrations by Evgenia Golubeva are bright and help to bring the amusing tale to… Read More »Fantastic review for As Quiet as a Mouse from Over 40 and a Mum to One

” Kids will love the ending.” Review for Not Without my Whale.

A lovely review forÂ Not Without my WhaleÂ by Billy Coughlan from one of our favourite Maverick reviewers – Mary at Over 40 and a Mum to One. “When we first read Not Without My Whale I had a little chuckle to myself. Â The story reminded me of a little boy I know very well who couldnâ€™t bare to be parted from his stinky, tatty old teddy. Without ruining the ending, the… Read More »” Kids will love the ending.” Review for Not Without my Whale.

“Funny, and full of imagination.” Fab review for Aerodynamics of Biscuits

Another review for the wackyÂ Aerodynamics of BiscuitsÂ by Clare Helen Welsh. The biscuit filled story has secured Monkey’s seal of approval and some lovely words from Mary who writes at Over 40 and a Mum to One. “With a space loving son who loves biscuits, we clearly were on to a winner before weâ€™d even turned the front cover! We meet a little boy called Oliver with a similar love of… Read More »“Funny, and full of imagination.” Fab review for Aerodynamics of Biscuits

“Adapting picture books that are already well-loved into early readers.”

One of our favourite Maverick reviewers has reviewed our brand new Early Readers. Mary, who writes at Over 40 and a Mum to One, has given our Early Readers an amazing review. She has also aptly published it the day that her son starts his first day of Year One. Apparently he wasn’t too thrilled to say goodbye to summer! Mary explains the difference between each of the three book… Read More »“Adapting picture books that are already well-loved into early readers.”

Horace and Hattiepillar receives another great review!

Mary and Monkey at Over 40 and a mum to One have read and reviewed Horace and Hattiepillar and it’s a big hit! “You may remember our first introduction to the Hedgehugs back in February last year. We love hedgehogs and the story of these little friends was a big hit. Â So here we are, with the second installment.Â Hedgehugs Horace and Hattiepillar which was published last month through Maverick Arts… Read More »Horace and Hattiepillar receives another great review!