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Toffee by Sarah Crossan – Book 4 of 20 Books of Summer 20

Posted on July 13, 2020 by

In 2013 I challenged myself to read all the shortlisted titles for that year’s Carnegie Award and found that I discovered authors new to me and also explored genres that had beforehand not appealed. The high point of the exercise … Continue reading →

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The Library of Lost and Found by Phaedra Patrick Book 2 of 20 Books of Summer 20

Posted on June 15, 2020 by

This weekend I escaped the news and immersed myself in a novel about a librarian, lost stories and lost opportunities, family secrets and new friendships.  The Library of the Lost and Found is a quiet, gentle read and a perfect … Continue reading →

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20 Books of Summer 2020

Posted on June 2, 2020 by

Cathy at 746 Books is hosting her 20 Books of Summer reading challenge again this year. Last year was the first time that I have participated and unfortunately I failed miserably to read the twenty books on my original list. … Continue reading →

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Reading Matters – news from the world of children’s books

Posted on May 23, 2020 by

Hello and welcome to this week’s look at some of the highlights in the world of children’s books during the last week. These are articles I have enjoyed, resources that I think may be helpful and some news items that … Continue reading →

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Poetry to Comfort and Inspire During a Pandemic

Posted on May 18, 2020 by

Like many others I have found it harder than I expected to concentrate on reading during the Coronavirus crisis. I had hoped to savour all those treasures on the bookshelves that I have not had time to enjoy previously and … Continue reading →

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Reading Matters – news from the world of children’s books

Posted on May 16, 2020 by

Hello and welcome to another look back at the children’s book news from the last few days. This week there is information regarding the possible re-commencement of physical and digital library services in primary and secondary schools which will be … Continue reading →

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Reading Matters – news from the world of children’s books

Posted on May 9, 2020 by

Welcome to another look back at the latest children’s book news and a visit to some useful resources encouraging reading for pleasure. As I write this there is continued speculation regarding the timing of the reopening of schools across the … Continue reading →

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Reading Matters – news from the world of children’s books

Posted on April 25, 2020 by

Welcome to another Reading Matters, a look back at some of the latest news about children’s books. As schools resumed this week, albeit as a remote version, many children’s authors and publishers have increased the range of resources available to … Continue reading →

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Fabulous Nonfiction for Children from Flying Eye Books

Posted on April 20, 2020 by

The best nonfiction for children combines detailed information and attractive presentation to create a package that invites children to learn while still being an important part of their reading for pleasure. Flying Eye Books achieve this with these two wonderful new … Continue reading →

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Toto The Ninja Cat and The Superstar Catastrophe by Dermot O’Leary illustrated by Nick East

Posted on April 8, 2020 by

The third in a series inspired by the author’s real life cats this action packed adventure is full of humour and is a real mood lifter of a book. Illustrated throughout,  this is great fun for young newly confident readers … Continue reading →

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