Pan is bored of staying at home every day, and desperate to go to school with Eric. Hiding in his backpack, Pan almost makes it through the day without causing trouble. Almost. When Mrs Biggs sees the mini-dragon, she’s convinced it’s a rat. Eric knows he has to do something, and with Jayden and Min … Continue reading There’s A Dragon In My Backpack by Tom Nicoll, illustrated by Sarah Horne
Category: Young Fiction
Adventures of the Steampunk Pirates by Gareth P. Jones
Hoist the main sail, it's full steam ahead for plundering and pillaging on the high seas, as we set sail with The Steampunk Pirates! The Leaky Battery Sets Sail (Book 1) Mr Swift has made a group of Steampunk Servants for the king; self-governing automatons who, when given the chance, escape to the high seas … Continue reading Adventures of the Steampunk Pirates by Gareth P. Jones
Silver Street Farm Series by Nicola Davies, illustrations by Katharine McEwen
I had the pleasure of meeting Nicola Davies at Kenilworth Books to celebrate 50 books in 20 years. While talking about my school bookshelf, she very kindly gave me the fifth book from the Silver Street Farm Series and offered to send me the first book too. And I’m so grateful she did.. Welcome to … Continue reading Silver Street Farm Series by Nicola Davies, illustrations by Katharine McEwen
Amelia Fang And The Barbaric Ball by Laura Ellen Anderson
Publication Date: 5th October 2017 It's that time of year when Countess Frivoleeta is planning her pride and joy, the Barbaric Ball. Amelia Fang can’t think of a worse way to spend her time and would much rather hang out with her friends, Florence and Grimaldi, but the Countess insists she attends. The only saving … Continue reading Amelia Fang And The Barbaric Ball by Laura Ellen Anderson
Danny Dingle’s Fantastic Finds: The Jet Of Justice by Angie Lake
Publication Date: 7th September 2017 Danny’s third outing sees him excited about a summer of fantastic finds and excellent inventions now school's out, but mum is more interested in a summer of peace and quiet, so he's packed off to summer camp in the Lake District with best friends Percy and Superdog. Well it's that, … Continue reading Danny Dingle’s Fantastic Finds: The Jet Of Justice by Angie Lake
Saving Granny Maggot by Rachel Delahaye, illustrated by Jamie Littler
The second book in the Jim Reaper series starts with Jim exploring The Meaning Of Death. Having learnt that his dad is Death and that it is a secret he must keep, or risk having his memory wiped, he knows better than to go into his Dad’s study. When his little sister decides to be … Continue reading Saving Granny Maggot by Rachel Delahaye, illustrated by Jamie Littler
Escape From Planet Bogey by Gareth P. Jones, illustrated by Steve May
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
Spynosaur by Guy Bass, illustrated by Lee Robinson
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
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
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
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