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‘Silly and funny – what toddler doesn’t snigger a little when discussing bottoms and pants?!’ Super review of Stone Underpants on The Bookbag

Charming review of Stone Underpants by Rebecca Lisle and illustrated by Richard Watson on The Bookbag ‘There’s lots of movement through the illustrations, and they work well with the story, making it a lively read that’s fun to share one to one or also with a bigger group of children. Very silly, good for boys and girls, your toddlers will love it!’ See the full review here Buy a copy… Read More »‘Silly and funny – what toddler doesn’t snigger a little when discussing bottoms and pants?!’ Super review of Stone Underpants on The Bookbag

‘An altogether tasty read aloud’ Wonderful review of As Nice as Pie on Red Reading Hub

Fantastic review of As Nice as Pie by Gary Sheppard and illustrated by Tim Budgen on Red Reading Hub   ‘Rhyming stories seem to be all the rage at the moment but unless they’re well written, the rhyme works against them. This one of Gary Sheppard’s, with its sprinklings of alliteration and jaunty rhythm works a treat. Add to that Tim Budgen’s chirpy, chucklesome illustrations and the outcome is an… Read More »‘An altogether tasty read aloud’ Wonderful review of As Nice as Pie on Red Reading Hub

‘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 don’t faint, he’s actually read some of the book himself!! The story is full of fun and the Richard Watson illustrations work brilliantly.  It’s been a big hit here and Monkey’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

‘A fun and entertaining story that will have children giggling’ Praise for Stone Underpants on What’s Good to Do

Fantastic words for Stone Underpants by Rebecca Lisle, illustrated by Richard Watson, on What’s Good to Do ‘I was reading it with 4 year old twins who found it very funny that the boy had different underpants that caused him problems. They loved the bright and colourful illustrations that described the story very well and still take it to bed with them for bedtime reading (it is 32 pages, so… Read More »‘A fun and entertaining story that will have children giggling’ Praise for Stone Underpants on What’s Good to Do

‘A charming picture book brimming with invention, imagination and Stone Age innovation!’ Lovely review of Stone Underpants in The Lancashire Evening Post

High praise for Stone Underpants by Rebecca Lisle, illustrated by Richard Watson, in The Lancashire Evening Post   ‘Young fiction writer Rebecca Lisle makes a triumph of going ‘bottom up’ in her first picture book which explores – in the most delightful way – the freezing but funny side of the Stone Age.’ See the full review here Buy a copy of the book here  

‘Children, parents and teachers will love it!’ 5 out of 5 review of As Nice as Pie on What’s Good to Do

Lovely review of As Nice as Pie by Gary Sheppard, illustrated by Tim Budgen, on What’s Good to Do     ‘I read it with 4 year old twin boys at bedtime (it is the perfect length for a bedtime story, has 32 pages) and they loved it and asked to read it again! It is fun, well-written and beautifully illustrated, bringing the text to life.’ See the full review… Read More »‘Children, parents and teachers will love it!’ 5 out of 5 review of As Nice as Pie on What’s Good to Do

‘I enjoyed this colourfully illustrated, upbeat picture book’ Super review of As Nice as Pie on The Letterpress Project

Enthusiastic review of As Nice as Pie by Gary Sheppard, illustrated by Tim Budgen, on The Letter Press Project     ‘As well as being a good story, there could be links made with looking out for all the different birds mentioned in the text. There is also a strong theme about kindness, sharing and working together for a common goal.’ See the full review here Buy a copy of… Read More »‘I enjoyed this colourfully illustrated, upbeat picture book’ Super review of As Nice as Pie on The Letterpress Project

‘We can’t wait to see what she makes next!’ Great review of A Knit and a Knot on Madhouse Family Reviews

Fantastic review of A Knit and a Knot by Amanda Brandon, illustrated by Catalina Echeverri, in Madhouse Family Reviews     ‘Amanda Brandon and Catalina Echeverri have teamed up again for the latest baa-rilliant story featuring Granny Mutton, a fun character that we have already encountered in A Box of Socks and A Scarf And A Half.’ See the full review here Buy a copy of the book here

‘A fun story with a nice message about looking for solutions to problems’ Super review of Mr Mustachio on Madhouse Family Reviews

Great review of Mr Mustachio by Yasmin Finch, illustrated by Abigail Tompkins, on Madhouse Family Reviews ‘We’re into Movember, when multitudes of brave men across the country sprout dodgy facial hair across their chins and upper lips in the name of charity, and Maverick have the perfect book to mark the occasion’ See the full review here Buy a copy of the book here

‘A quirky, fun story that is an absolute gem for anyone who loves reading’ Praise for The New LiBEARian on Madhouse Family Reviews

Great review of The New LiBEARian by Alison Donald, illustrated by Alex Willmore, on Madhouse Family Reviews     ‘For reluctant readers who think books are boring, this could be a great way of introducing the magic of storytime and the delights of reading. For those who are already convinced, it’s a fun invitation to think up new ways of bringing stories out of books and into real-life, through follow-on… Read More »‘A quirky, fun story that is an absolute gem for anyone who loves reading’ Praise for The New LiBEARian on Madhouse Family Reviews

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