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The Kane Chronicles: The Serpents Shadow by Rick Riordan
Published: Sun 13th November 2022
Read Thomas' review of this amazing book!
By Thomas Whitting | Book Reviews, Kids, Libraries

DESIblitz Literature Festival
Published: Fri 11th November 2022
The DESIblitz Literature Festival, the UK’s leading South Asian Literature Festival, will take place from 12th – 25th November 2022, featuring a line-up of leading British South Asian and South Asian literary stars.
By Indi Deol | Event, Guest Blog

Hayley Hoskins Guest Blog - The Whisperling
Published: Fri 4th November 2022
Hayley Hoskins gives us an inside look on all things 'The Whisperling'. From where the idea for the book came from through to a description of the published book! Plus a fun writing challenge for you at the end of the read...
By Hayley Hoskins | Activities, Author, Guest Blog

Halloween Writing Challenge from Eva Frantz
Published: Fri 28th October 2022
We have a spooky challenge for you this Halloween! Inspired by the book "The Mystery of Raspberry Hill" by Eva Frantz...
By Callum Elsom | Activities, Author

This Is How You Lose The Time War by Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone
Published: Wed 26th October 2022
Check out Lauren's review of this Sci-Fi page-turner...
By Lauren P | Book Reviews

Author Interview with Kereen Getten!
Published: Fri 21st October 2022
We chat with author Kereen Getten about her book, 'If You Read This', her inspiration behind the book and much more!

Design a Bookmark 2022 - Winners Announced
Published: Sat 15th October 2022
Thank you to everyone who entered, we have loved looking at all of the amazing designs! Here are our two winners...
By Callum Elsom | Winners

3 Tips for Writing Spooky Stories from Author Paul Westmoreland
Published: Fri 14th October 2022
Paul Westmoreland, author of 'Rudy And The Wolf Cub' and 'Rudy And The Monster At School' has taken the time to give our readers his top 3 writing tips for writing spooky stories... Definitely worth a read if writing your own spooky story is on your agenda this Halloween!
By Paul Westmoreland | Author, Guest Blog, Top Tips, Writing Tips

As Long As The Lemon Trees Grow By Zoulfah Katouh
Published: Sun 9th October 2022
Check out Mariam's review of this YA page-turner...
By Mariam Zaheer | Book Reviews, Family, Kids, Teachers

Creative Writing Tips: How to Write a Book Review
Published: Fri 30th September 2022
Ever thought about writing a book review but unsure where to start? Here are our top tips for writing a book review, with practical advice for budding young writers - why not give it a try?
By Lynsey | Activities, Book Reviews, Top Tips, Writing Tips