Cover illustration by Fernando Juarez It’s the Eve of Bramblemas when the old bard arrives at Thornwood Warren. The young rabbits are desperate for a tale and the wandering storyteller settles on The Legend Of Podkin One-Ear. But, this isn’t the version with fiery eyes or giants - this version is far closer to the … Continue reading The Legend Of Podkin One-Ear by Kieran Larwood
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Sky Song by Abi Elphinstone
Cover illustration by Daniela Terrazzini Trapped inside an enchanted music box by the Ice Queen, Eska spends her days watching Erkenwald, wondering who she is and why her voice is so important. Only when she is released by Flint, a member of the Fur Tribe, does she realise the extent of the Ice Queen’s hold … Continue reading Sky Song by Abi Elphinstone
A Far Away Magic by Amy Wilson
Cover illustration by Helen Crawford-White Following the death of her parents, Angel isn’t interested in making friends at her new school until she sees Bavar lurking in the shadows, and he’s as skilled as her at distancing himself from the world. What’s clear is that are both hiding their lives from their peers, Angel her … Continue reading A Far Away Magic by Amy Wilson
The Nothing To See Here Hotel by Steven Butler, illustrated by Steven Lenton
Publication Date: 22 February 2018 Meet Frankie Banister, who lives at The Nothing To See Here Hotel – the ideal holiday destination for magical creatures of all kinds. The hotel has been in Frankie’s family for generations, some of whom live much, much longer than others (that would be down to the fact that some … Continue reading The Nothing To See Here Hotel by Steven Butler, illustrated by Steven Lenton
Brightstorm: A Sky-Ship Adventure by Vashti Hardy
Publication Date: 1 March 2018 Cover illustration by George Ermos I was delighted to receive an early review copy of Brightstorm. Within the shiny gold silver envelope, I knew an adventure awaited, but an adventure with a map? Oh wow! Before turning a page, I was able to begin the immersion into a whole new … Continue reading Brightstorm: A Sky-Ship Adventure by Vashti Hardy
The Eye Of The North by Sinead O’Hart
Publication Date: 8 February 2018 Cover illustration by Sara Mulvanny Emmeline’s childhood has been spent surviving the dangerous creatures her parents store in their home from research trips. Careful planning, risk avoidance and her survival satchel have enabled her to reach 12 years old, unable to trust anyone outside the walls of Widget Manor. When … Continue reading The Eye Of The North by Sinead O’Hart
The Ice Garden by Guy Jones
Cover and interior design by Helen Crawford-White Jess longs to be like normal children, to live a normal life – to have friends who she can play with in the sun. Her medical condition means she can’t though, and her days are spent being home schooled between hospital appointments, all while shielding herself from the … Continue reading The Ice Garden by Guy Jones
Tales Of Nibiru Volume One: Z.I.R.M by B.B. Taylor
Rhaul is not your ordinary vampire. He believes in the Accord his Great Grandfather fought so hard for, and that his father and mother upheld and tried to build on before their untimely accident that rendered them permanently dead rather than just undead. With Uncle Derek now in charge, Rhaul fears Yomi will slip back … Continue reading Tales Of Nibiru Volume One: Z.I.R.M by B.B. Taylor
Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow by Jessica Townsend
Born on Eventide, Morrigan Crow is a cursed child. Everything that goes wrong in Jackalfax can be traced back to her. She is feared by the townsfolk, and despised by her family. And, destiny dictates she will die on her 11th birthday. However, the mysterious Julian North interrupts her final meal to introduce himself as … Continue reading Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow by Jessica Townsend
The Smoking Hourglass by Jennifer Bell
We’re transported straight back into the action with Ivy, Seb and Valian, as they use liquid shadow to uncover Selena Grimes evil plans aboard the MV Outlander. After narrowly escaping capture by her new henchman, they know they have to find The Jar of Shadows before she does. Meanwhile, Grandma Sylvie has remembered something that … Continue reading The Smoking Hourglass by Jennifer Bell