Author Archives: alibrarylady

Christmas Picture Books for Young Children

Posted on November 17, 2023 by alibrarylady

Sometimes Christmas preparations can feel a little overwhelming. This selection of picturebooks take a sometimes humorous and sometimes reflective look at problems and how to resolve them. A robot reindeer, a robin with criminal tendencies, friendship tested and preparations changed … Continue reading →

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Reading Matters – children’s book news

Posted on November 4, 2023 by alibrarylady

Welcome to this latest round up of what has been happening in the world of children’s books over the last month, plus details of some book related events to look forward to. There has been such a wide range of … Continue reading →

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Glassborn by Peter Bunzl

Posted on November 3, 2023 by alibrarylady

Glassborn by Peter Bunzl, the standalone sequel to Magicborn, is a treat of a read. A story in the best tradition of children’s literature, a magical, historical fantasy tale of riddles and curses, secrets, spells and excitement set in an … Continue reading →

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Children’s Books – My October Reading Round Up

Posted on October 26, 2023 by alibrarylady

Spies and a wartime mystery, a storytelling mouse, nature activities and fun for every season and perfect picture books for encouraging creative play and overcoming shyness are among the children’s books I have read this month. I hope there is … Continue reading →

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Reading Matters – children’s book news

Posted on October 7, 2023 by alibrarylady

Welcome to the October issue of Reading Matters and a look at what has been happening in the world of children’s books over the last few weeks. It’s been busy! So much so that this round up can’t possibly include … Continue reading →

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Children’s Books – a September reading round up

Posted on September 30, 2023 by alibrarylady

My good intentions regarding reading the enormous pile of books on my shelves this month were more than a little disrupted by going down with Covid in early September. Thankfully now much improved I’ve been catching up! Here are some … Continue reading →

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Poetry By Heart 2024 Competition launches on National Poetry Day, 5 October, at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse

Posted on September 28, 2023 by alibrarylady

After receiving a record-breaking number of entries in 2023, the 2024 Poetry By Heart competition will launch with a special live event at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, Shakespeare’s Globe on National Poetry Day, Thursday 5 October. Special guests will include … Continue reading →

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Blog Tour: Skrimsli by Nicola Davies illustrated by Jackie Morris.

Posted on September 18, 2023 by alibrarylady

The follow up to the double Carnegie nominated The Song That Sings Us was published in hardback by Firefly Press on 14th September and it is a great pleasure today to kick off the blog tour arranged to coincide with … Continue reading →

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The Secret of the Blood Red-Key by David Farr illustrated by Kristina Kister

Posted on September 14, 2023 by alibrarylady

The sequel to the wonderful The Book of Stolen Dreams is as good as we hoped it would be, highlighting once again the bravery of sister and brother, Rachel and Robert Klein and building further on the world of Krasnia … Continue reading →

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More Brilliant New Books for Children from Barrington Stoke

Posted on September 4, 2023 by alibrarylady

There are several books coming out this month by one of my favourite publishers, Barrington Stoke. I have read three of them which I think highlight the range they offer to readers of all ages and have shared my thoughts … Continue reading →

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