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‘Fun stories kids will relish’ Maverick picture books dazzle on their US debut in Midwest Book Review!

Midwest Book Review has just enthusiastically reviewed three of our picture books released for distribution in the US this month: ‘Two fine new picture book stories are recommended picks from Maverick Books and provide different tales and refreshingly new perspectives. Jessie Miller and Barbara Bakos’ Rooster Wore Skinny Jeans (9781848862821, $17.99) tells of a rooster excited by his new dazzling blue jeans. It’s always a risk trying out a new style,… Read More »‘Fun stories kids will relish’ Maverick picture books dazzle on their US debut in Midwest Book Review!

Maverick looking good at the BIBF!

Maverick titles were on display on the busy PIM stand with Chris Ashdown at the recent Beijing International Book Fair. Chris and and our China agent Rance Fu met with customers keen to import our books.  We are delighted that interest in our picture books and Early Readers continues to grow in China and beyond!  

‘A wonderful story’ Super review of Stone Underpants in Parents in Touch

Fantastic review of Stone Underpants by Rebecca Lisle, illustrated by Richard Watson, in Parents in Touch ‘This hilarious story is gloriously illustrated by Richard Watson with some fabulous details like the ‘cave paintings’ in Pod’s bedroom. A wonderful story.’ See the full review here Buy a copy of the book here

‘Have a good giggle’ Lovely review of Stone Underpants in Red Reading Hub

Fantastic review of Stone Underpants by Rebecca Lisle, illustrated by Richard Watson, in Red Reading Hub ‘Enjoy the ridiculous story as told by the aptly named Rebecca Lisle, and have a good giggle over the equally crazy pictorial rendition of same from Richard Wilson.’ See the full review here Buy a copy of the book here

“A barrel of laughs from start to finish.” Review for Mr Mustachio

It’s such a treat for us when a book we’ve helped make is enjoyed so much that it earns a review such as this one! The wonderful Ally, who writes at BooksMonsters, has reviewed the amazing Mr Mustachio by super picture book team, Yasmin Finch and Abigail Tompkins. “When this book arrived, I sat down and read it. Then I read it again out loud. I always do this as… Read More »“A barrel of laughs from start to finish.” Review for Mr Mustachio

“Just perfect.” Review for The New LiBEARian

The lovely folk at My Book Corner have reviewed The New LiBEARian by Alison Donald and Alex Wilmore! “I love Donald’s play on fiction vs reality using a fun and lively tone, with an unexpected twist. Willmore’s illustrations fill the pages with warmth – just perfect for a book set in a library.  Great fun to read out loud, The New LiBEARian is a lovely picture book for bedtime.” We’re… Read More »“Just perfect.” Review for The New LiBEARian

Lovely review for Mr Mustachio!

Laura, who writes at the blog, Yummy Mummy Flabby Tummy, has reviewed the charming and dapper Mr Mustachio by Yasmin Finch and Abigail Tompkins! “This is a really quirky story with plenty of opportunities to practice numeracy with your child. It’s very easy to read and the pictures are fun too.” Read the full review here. Buy Mr Mustachio here.

“A real jewel of a picture book” – Review for Not Enough for Queen Fluff

Kerry Trickett who reviews for My Book Corner has reviewed Rachel Lyon’s royally, rhyming tale, Not Enough for Queen Fluff.  “The fun writing in Not Enough For Queen Fluff, combined with the gorgeously detailed illustrations by Catalina Echeverri, make this a real jewel of a picture book, to be read many times over. Be sure to look out for the cheeky frog on the final spread — it always makes us smile!”… Read More »“A real jewel of a picture book” – Review for Not Enough for Queen Fluff

“Creative story of friendship and teamwork.” Review for George and the new Craze

Regina and Dolly who write at, Diapers and Daydreams have reviewed the latest George the Giraffe and Friends story by Alice Hemming, George and the New Craze.  “Dolly really loves George. I mean REALLY. We read “A Gold Star for George” at least once a week, for over a year now. (You can check out that review here) She had a good laugh at the animals looking for cards in the garbage!… Read More »“Creative story of friendship and teamwork.” Review for George and the new Craze