Publication Date: 1 May 2025 The Blurb Puffin Lau has two problems: her beloved scientist mum barely speaks to her... and a mythical wildcat called the Kuri is depending on her for its survival. Luckily, Puffin grew up on stories of the Kuri and its magical powers, and she will stop at nothing to return … Continue reading Land Of The Last Wildcat by Lui Sit, illustrated by David Dean
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Hunt For The Golden Scarab by M.G. Leonard, illustrated by Manuel Šumberac
Publication Date: 30 January 2025 The Blurb Sim and his mum never live anywhere long. When dangerous strangers appear one night, Sim discovers why. His mum has been keeping secrets: she has the power to open doors in time. Running for their lives, Sim and his friends are determined to outwit the sinister Council of … Continue reading Hunt For The Golden Scarab by M.G. Leonard, illustrated by Manuel Šumberac
Hike It: A complete guide to camping, hiking and backpacking in the great outdoors by Iron Tazz, illustrated by Martin Stanev
Publication Date: 18 July 2024 The Blurb Discover camping, trekking and backpacking with hiking sensation Iron Tazz.This fully-illustrated book is the perfect introduction to enjoying the great outdoors. Explore 30 diverse terrains, from snow-capped mountains to coastal trails to ancient forests, and discover the majesty of nature with glorious artwork throughout.This book is packed with practical information, … Continue reading Hike It: A complete guide to camping, hiking and backpacking in the great outdoors by Iron Tazz, illustrated by Martin Stanev
Shyla’s Wood Wide Web (Wondland Explorers Club) by Ewa Jozefkowicz, illustrated by Gillian Flint
Publication Date: 7 November 2024 The Blurb The Woodland Explorers solve mysteries and protect the animals of Willow Wish Woods. Shyla's special binoculars help the Woodland Explorers discover the power of fungi and the magic of Willow Wish Woods.At Forest School, the Woodland Explorers are learning about fungi and how it connects trees underground in … Continue reading Shyla’s Wood Wide Web (Wondland Explorers Club) by Ewa Jozefkowicz, illustrated by Gillian Flint
The Boy Who Cried Ghost by Ian Eagleton
Publication Date: 1 August 2024 The Blurb There's a ghost in Richard's wardrobe. Every day he carries out a series of rituals that he believes will keep the ghost trapped inside. He tries to tell his friends and family, but they dismiss his worries and concerns as being part of his OCD. But then one … Continue reading The Boy Who Cried Ghost by Ian Eagleton
Black Gables by Eibhlis Carcione
Publication Date: 24 October 2024 The Blurb Enter Black Gables and meet the world's most sinister teachers and their pets! When Rosella starts a new school in the eerie town of Black Gables, where crows croak menacingly and pale faces appear in the water of the lake, she knows that something is terribly wrong. Under … Continue reading Black Gables by Eibhlis Carcione
The Last Boy by Eve McDonnell
Publication Date: 12 September 2024 Welcome to my stop on The Last Boy Blog Tour, featuring a fascinating guest post from Eve McDonnell. The Blurb A magical page-turner inspired by the true story of George Brewster, the last child chimney sweep. Brewster has been sold to a cruel Master Sweep to risk his life up … Continue reading The Last Boy by Eve McDonnell
Badgers Are GO! by Susannah Lloyd, illustrated by Nici Gregory
Publication Date: 12 September 2024 The Blurb Lulu Whifferton-Rear loves to mind her own badgery business, but when she discovers that important humans are actually BOPs (Badger Operated Persons), she is thrust into the world of the Rumpington Academy of Badgering. There, her catastrophic training leads to the most dramatic of first missions . . … Continue reading Badgers Are GO! by Susannah Lloyd, illustrated by Nici Gregory
Race To Imagination Island by Mel Taylor-Bessent, illustrated by Alessandro D’Urso
Publication Date: 4 July 2024 The Blurb The time has come for four children to be named the new Protectors of Imagination Island. Children all over the world scour the globe in search of lightstreams (portals) to the magical island where anything they imagine comes to life. To become a Protector, they must compete in teams and … Continue reading Race To Imagination Island by Mel Taylor-Bessent, illustrated by Alessandro D’Urso
The Dictionary Story by Oliver Jeffers and Sam Winston
Publication Date: 1 August 2024 The Blurb Dictionary wishes she could tell a story just like the other books. So one day she decides to bring her words to life. How exciting it is, she thinks, that an adventure is finally happening on her very own pages! But what will she do when everything gets … Continue reading The Dictionary Story by Oliver Jeffers and Sam Winston
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