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New Children’s Books this January

Posted on January 2, 2026 by alibrarylady

The Not-So-Great Escape by Emma Green The Not-So-Great Escape is Emma Green’s first children’s book and is described by her publishers, Usborne Books, as a “hilarious and heartbreaking” road trip adventure. The trailer highlights the hilarious rather than the heartbreaking … Continue reading →

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The Book of Stolen Dreams: The Final Battle by David Farr illustrations by Kristina Kister

Posted on December 29, 2025 by alibrarylady

Even if you are not a lover of children’s books the name David Farr is probably familiar to you. As I sat down to write this review I noticed that his adaptation of John le Carré’s, The Night Manager continues … Continue reading →

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Reading Matters – children’s book news

Posted on September 7, 2024 by alibrarylady

Welcome to the first Reading Matters newsletter of the new academic year and I hope that everyone had a lovely summer. The start of the new school year often generates enthusiasm for new challenges and commitments. Perhaps you are new … Continue reading →

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Pick of the New Children’s Books

Posted on June 10, 2024 by alibrarylady

Humour, football, history and teen relationships feature in my latest selection of new books for children. Varied subject matter but all of the stories are told with the importance of friendship, teamwork and understanding at their heart. Grimwood: Party Animals … Continue reading →

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Children’s Books – Reading Round Up for January

Posted on January 31, 2024 by alibrarylady

A new picture book tiger to love, an action packed story of superheroes, a paperback version of an award winning information book and the first in a brand new spooky series have been part of my reading over the last … Continue reading →

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Reading Matters – children’s book news – back to school

Posted on September 2, 2023 by alibrarylady

Welcome to the first Reading Matters of the new school year. I hope everyone has enjoyed a good summer however you spent the time and that those working in education enjoyed a well earned rest. Perhaps you are new to … Continue reading →

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Reading Matters- children’s book news

Posted on May 6, 2023 by alibrarylady

Welcome to this week’s look at what has been happening in the world of children’s books recently. More awards news and a brand new podcast on children’s books are just some of the highlights and I hope there is something … Continue reading →

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Reading Matters – children’s book news

Posted on April 1, 2023 by alibrarylady

Welcome to the this week’s look at what has been happening in the world of children’s books. This will be the last round up for this term and Reading Matters should be back some time after the Easter school holidays … Continue reading →

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Reading Matters – children’s book news

Posted on November 12, 2022 by alibrarylady

Welcome to this week’s look at what has been happening in the world of children’s books. On Wednesday I welcomed school library consultant and former President of CILIP, Barbara Band to our Surrey branch of the School Library Association Autumn … Continue reading →

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Reading Matters – children’s book news

Posted on October 15, 2022 by alibrarylady

Welcome to this week’s look at what has been happening in the world of children’s books recently. Before we move on to the links and reviews I wanted to mention the new best practice guide produced by CILIP with funding … Continue reading →

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