Category: Books on my shelf

Escape From Planet Bogey by Gareth P. Jones, illustrated by Steve May

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Publication Date: 10th August 2017 For once, Earth is all quiet on the alien front, Commander F gives Bisket and Mitzy the day off. While Mitzy hears about strange goings on in Nothington-On-Sea, Bisket has a trip to the park with his owner, where a puppy reminds him of his former partner, Champ. Their day … Continue reading Escape From Planet Bogey by Gareth P. Jones, illustrated by Steve May

Time Of Blood by Robin Jarvis

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Publication Date: 27th July 2017 We're back in Whitby for the third instalment of The Witching Legacy. Lil is discarded on the beach having fallen through time following her last battle with Mr Dark. The Aufwaders, who saw her arrival and find Lil near dead, take her to the only person they trust; Whitby Witch, … Continue reading Time Of Blood by Robin Jarvis

Stunt Double by Tamsin Cooke

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The blurb had them begging for more, the cover had them cooing “oooh shiny!” Every child present at the big reveal was desperate for me to read “just one more chapter…” The Blurb: Finn is a free-running black belt, with a talent for acting – but when his big break arrives, it’s not the role … Continue reading Stunt Double by Tamsin Cooke

Goodly And Grave In A Case of Bad Murder By Justine Windsor

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Publication Date: 27th July 2017 Lucy Goodly is beginning to get to grips with her magical skills, which is just as well with the case MAAM now face. In this second outing, we are plunged straight back into the action as Lucy, Lord Grave and Bathsheba head to a graveyard in the dead of night … Continue reading Goodly And Grave In A Case of Bad Murder By Justine Windsor

Spynosaur by Guy Bass, illustrated by Lee Robinson

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Guy Bass Week, Day 5: And finally, Spynosaur! Spynosaur (Book 1) Spynosaur is a Secret Agent with a difference. With the mind of a spy, the body of a dinosaur, and his daughter, Amber, by his side, it's up to him to save the world every two weeks. This time, it's personal. Spynosaur’s former nemesis, … Continue reading Spynosaur by Guy Bass, illustrated by Lee Robinson

Aidan Abet, Teacher’s Pet By Guy Bass, illustrated by Steve May

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Guy Bass Week, Day 4: Introducing Aidan Abet... Aidan Abet, teacher’s pet, Peed his pants and now they’re wet. This is what greets Aidan every day at school, thanks to the unrelated Robinsons. The only way he can get any respite from their constant bullying is to make sure his teacher is on his side, by … Continue reading Aidan Abet, Teacher’s Pet By Guy Bass, illustrated by Steve May

Atomic! By Guy Bass, illustrated by Jamie Littler

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Guy Bass Week, Day 3: today, we welcome back Jonny and Tommy Atomic in two fabulous books... Vile’s Vengeance (Book 1) Jonny and Tommy Atomic are back; older, stronger, faster, and desperate to get off Atomic Island. Jonny can't wait to start school, but Tommy isn't so keen. Why should they have to be ordinary … Continue reading Atomic! By Guy Bass, illustrated by Jamie Littler

We Are Super! by Guy Bass, illustrated by Jamie Littler

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Guy Bass Week: Day 2 stars this gem of an early reader... You'd think having a world famous Superhero for a dad would be, well, super, but Jonny and Tommy Atomic just want Captain Atomic to spend some time with them. If only they had super powers too… This is sibling rivalry taken to the … Continue reading We Are Super! by Guy Bass, illustrated by Jamie Littler

Stitch Head by Guy Bass, illustrated by Pete Williamson

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Guy Bass Week, Day 1: meet Stitch Head... Stitch Head was the first almost-alive creation of mad professor, Erasmus. Long forgotten by the professor, he has never given up on the promise he made to always be best friends. As the experimental creations get ever more dangerous, Stitch Head keeps his promise to always look … Continue reading Stitch Head by Guy Bass, illustrated by Pete Williamson