Author Archives: alibrarylady

The Secret Sunshine Project by Benjamin Dean illustrated by Sandhya Prabhat

Posted on March 11, 2022 by alibrarylady

The Secret Sunshine Project is a fitting title for a book that fizzes with positivity. Benjamin Dean’s second middle grade novel is a gentle and understanding look at a family learning to live with loss. A story of kindness, courage … Continue reading →

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Reading Matters – children’s book news

Posted on March 5, 2022 by alibrarylady

Welcome to this week’s look at what has been happening in the world of children’s books. The highlight has undoubtedly been the 25th World Book Day which was celebrated across the country on Thursday in schools, libraries and bookshops. It … Continue reading →

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Thank You Shirley Hughes – a legacy of love, kindness and the importance of the little things

Posted on March 2, 2022 by alibrarylady

This morning I awoke to the sad news that Shirley Hughes the beloved author and illustrator had died. The children’s book community online has been united in sadness at the loss of this remarkable woman who has been at the … Continue reading →

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The Children’s Book Award Blog Tour – Perdu by Richard Jones

Posted on March 2, 2022 by alibrarylady

It is an honour to kick off the blog tour today for the Federation of Children’s Book Groups Children’s Book Award, the only book award voted for entirely by children. I am especially delighted that I have been asked to … Continue reading →

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Nour’s Secret Library written by Wafa’ Tarnowska illustrated by Vali Mintzi

Posted on February 28, 2022 by alibrarylady

Inspired by a true story and the author’s own childhood experience, Nour’s Secret Library conveys the comfort and hope books and libraries offer in times of struggle. The thoughtful text and stunning illustrations work together beautifully to depict the power … Continue reading →

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Reading Matters – children’s book news

Posted on February 26, 2022 by alibrarylady

Welcome to this week’s catch up with what has been happening in the world of children’s books. Although this weekly round up of news concentrates on aspects of reading, literature, education and libraries any other news round up this week … Continue reading →

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Big Book of Boats by Luogo comune translated by Catherine Bruzzone

Posted on February 25, 2022 by alibrarylady

The Big Book of Boats is a information book for children with high shelf appeal. Its bright and clear cover draws the eye and tempts you to open the book and discover more. There is a lot to discover within … Continue reading →

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The Raven Riddle by Vashti Hardy illustrated by Natalie Smillie

Posted on February 23, 2022 by alibrarylady

The third instalment of this steampunk fantasy series by Vashti Hardy for Barrington Stoke is another large scale adventure told in just over one hundred pages. As we return to Moreland our heroes attempt to solve a new mystery and … Continue reading →

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Reading Matters – children’s book news

Posted on February 19, 2022 by alibrarylady

Welcome to this week’s look at what has been happening in the world of children’s books. Long lists for the Carnegie, Kate Greenaway and Klaus Flugge Awards have attracted attention over the last few days as have the winners of … Continue reading →

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The Travelling School Mysteries: Libby and the Parisian Puzzle by Jo Clarke illustrated by Becka Moor

Posted on February 15, 2022 by alibrarylady

Jo Clarke’s debut for children, Libby and the Parisian Puzzle, is an appealing combination of adventure, detective mystery and boarding school story. It has all the ingredients to encourage young readers to feel part of the fun and the puzzle … Continue reading →

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