Author Archives: alibrarylady

Blog Tour – Super Questers Mission: Rainforest Magic by Paul Ian Cross illustrated by Katarina Gasko

Posted on November 4, 2025 by alibrarylady

Today I am pleased to be taking part in the blog tour marking the publication of the second in the Super Questers series of chapter books, Rainforest Magic. Paul Ian Cross is an award winning author and scientist and his … Continue reading →

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Pick of the New Children’s Books this October

Posted on October 26, 2025 by alibrarylady

A lovely new Christmas picture book featuring magic and dragons, an exploration of words that bring us together in kindness and the importance of nature and understanding for young people experiencing difficulties or grief make up this month’s selection of … Continue reading →

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National Poetry Day – Extending the Celebration

Posted on October 9, 2025 by alibrarylady

National Poetry Day is the biggest mass celebration of poetry in the UK and a chance for all of us to share in the pleasure of poetry. This year it took place on Thursday 2nd October and it was wonderful … Continue reading →

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Dance of Resistance by Catherine Johnson illustrations by Katie Hickey

Posted on September 22, 2025 by alibrarylady

Dancer, singer, actress, movie star, spy and civil-rights activist, Josephine Baker was a remarkable woman. Her story has been vividly brought to life in this inspiring book by Catherine Johnson. Dance of Resistance tells Josephine’s life story from impoverished childhood … Continue reading →

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Clara and the Man With Books in His Window by Maria Teresa Andruetto illustrated by Martina Trach translated by Elisa Amado

Posted on September 17, 2025 by alibrarylady

September is World Kid Lit Month, a time when we are encouraged to explore international children’s literature. So I cast my eye over my mountainous pile of books to review to try and find something suitable and unearthed a rather … Continue reading →

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The Fear by Tom Palmer illustrated by Robin Boyden

Posted on September 14, 2025 by alibrarylady

Sometimes as a school librarian I had to tap into a child’s interests to find a book that may just be the one to turn them into a reader. As a mum my son’s interest was football so every Friday … Continue reading →

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Winner of the 10th Klaus Flugge Prize Announced

Posted on September 12, 2025 by alibrarylady

At a ceremony last night, at the Artworkers’ Guild in London, it was announced that Emma Farrarons is the winner of the 2025 Klaus Flugge Prize awarded to the most exciting and promising newcomer to children’s picture book illustration. She wins for … Continue reading →

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New Books for Children from Barrington Stoke

Posted on September 10, 2025 by alibrarylady

What Was It Like To Be An Ancient Greek by David Long illustrated by Stefano Tambellini Barrington Stoke are probably best known as a publisher of accessible, high quality fiction for children and teens, however the partnership between award winning … Continue reading →

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Engaging New Information Books for Children

Posted on September 1, 2025 by alibrarylady

Finding new non fiction for younger primary aged children can sometimes be a challenge so as we start the new school year I would like to draw your attention to three new information books pitched at an audience aged approximately … Continue reading →

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A Summer Reading Round Up – My Favourite New Books for Children

Posted on August 28, 2025 by alibrarylady

The return of some jolly young witches and their cat, an exciting adventure on a magical island, a coming-of-age story set in Wales during the Second World War and an understanding look at teen friendships and conflict make up the … Continue reading →

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