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‘Awesome’ Nayu’s Reading Corner rave review for Beware the Mighty Bitey!

Nayu’s Reading Corner recently gave a wonderful review for Beware the Mighty Bitey (part of the 2018 Summer Reading Challenge) by Heather Pindar with illustrations by Susan Batori: ‘I accepted this book for review without seeing the cover – the synopsis on it’s own had me smiling away and intrigued! I find piranhas cute just as I do crocodiles, they tend to be used in picture books with humour so… Read More »‘Awesome’ Nayu’s Reading Corner rave review for Beware the Mighty Bitey!

‘A truly original picture book’ Books for Topics recommends Bonkers About Beetroot for reception and KS1 class use!

Books for Topics recently posted a wonderful review for Bonkers About Beetroot by Cath Jones with illustrations by Chris Jevons: ‘This is a truly original picture book that, like its name, is just a bit bonkers! It tells the story of an innovative zebra who is looking for a way to bring in visitors to Sunset Safari Park to save it from being closed down. In true entrepreneurial spirit, Zebra… Read More »‘A truly original picture book’ Books for Topics recommends Bonkers About Beetroot for reception and KS1 class use!

A lovely story with a positive message: Little Parachutes enjoys Daddy and I

Little Parachutes recently posted a great review for Daddy and I by Lou Treleaven and illustrated by Sophie Burrows: ‘Daddy and I is a beautifully-produced book with bright, cheerful illustrations to complement the heartwarming message in the story itself.  The book sends out the message that Daddy’s Day can be a wonderful time, even without expensive outings and presents.’ Thank you so much! Read the full review here Buy a… Read More »A lovely story with a positive message: Little Parachutes enjoys Daddy and I

Little Parachutes loves the message and the humour in Rooster Wore Skinny Jeans!

New reviewer Little Parachutes, just a stones throw away from the Maverick office here in Horsham, posted a fantastic review for Rooster Wore Skinny Jeans by Jessie Miller and illustrated by Barbara Bakos: ‘An entertaining and amusing story that encourages children to be comfortable with and proud of who they are. By using rhyming couplets throughout the book, the author creates a sing-song quality to the tale. Eye-catching illustrations draw… Read More »Little Parachutes loves the message and the humour in Rooster Wore Skinny Jeans!

Cath Jones talks about Bonkers About Beetroot on Story Snug!

Story Snug has recently run a wonderful interview with Bonkers About Beetroot author Cath Jones. Find out about how Cath became a writer, her inspiration for the book, her collaboration with illustrator Chris Jevons, some of her favourite picture books and get a sneaky preview of her future book projects! Read the full interview here and buy a copy of the book here.  

‘This Stone Age read rocks!’ Library Girl and Book Boy reviews Game of Stones

Library Girl and Book Boy recently gave an enthusiastic review of Game of Stones by Rebecca Lisle and amusingly illustrated by Richard Watson: ‘A really entertaining Stone Age romp – it’s one that my own boys have come back to over and over. They love the clever word play in the names of the games and the humorous illustrations. Pod’s inventiveness certainly appeals to my oldest son, who is very taken… Read More »‘This Stone Age read rocks!’ Library Girl and Book Boy reviews Game of Stones

‘A brilliant story to be read out aloud’ Cosmochicklitan giggles through the Mitey Bitey!

Heidi and her young daughter at Cosmochicklitan recently giggled their way through Beware the Mighty Bitey by Heather Pindar with illustrations by Susan Batori: ‘Receiving this book in the post made us giggle quite a bit.  In this enjoyable children’s book, it is not necessarily the sweet music that Mouse, Goat and Bear play that interest the Mighty Bitey Piranhas most, but these devious hungry sharp teethed fish are after… Read More »‘A brilliant story to be read out aloud’ Cosmochicklitan giggles through the Mitey Bitey!

‘A wonderful story full of enchantment and wonder’ Books for Boys reviews The Snowflake Mistake

Louise at Books for Boys recently posted a wonderful review of wintry treat The Snowflake Mistake by Lou Treleaven with illustrations by Maddie Frost: ‘This is a mesmerising rhyming book that will make you wish for a white Christmas. … a magical story that celebrates the beauty in diversity because things that are different are no less special.’ Thanks, Louise! Read the full review here Buy a copy here

‘Works a treat’ Bears Don’t Eat Egg Sandwiches delights Red Reading Hub and young listeners!

Jill at Red Reading Hub recently enjoyed our latest picture book Bears Don’t Eat Egg Sandwiches by Julie Fulton with illustrations by Rachel Suzanne with some young friends: ‘Anticipation is key in this tale. Rachel Suzanne’s portrayal of diminutive boy and enormous bear are quite splendid; and Julie Fulton’s conversational narrative style works a treat. My audiences delighted in Jack’s naivety, spluttered with pleasure over the final utterance of the title… Read More »‘Works a treat’ Bears Don’t Eat Egg Sandwiches delights Red Reading Hub and young listeners!

Rave review for Bonkers About Beetroot from Book Monsters!

Book Monster Ally posted a rave review for Bonkers About Beetroot by Cath Jones and illustrated by Chris Jevons recently as part of her Advent calendar: ‘Bonkers about Beetroot has plenty to offer. It shows the process needed to grow plants (something we are often asked for as part of school projects) and teaches children not to give up, to fight for what they believe in and not be put… Read More »Rave review for Bonkers About Beetroot from Book Monsters!

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