#BookAdvent Day 23 #LastStopOnTheReindeerExpress by @mpowelltuck, illustrated by @kjmountford Enter a secret world within a mysterious postbox & head off on a sparkling, magical adventure. Gorgeous illustrations, peep-throughs & flaps. @littletigeruk.bsky.social

This weekend, I have throughly enjoyed reading #Quill and the Last Generation by #CMLewis, cover illustration by @KhadijahKhatib A thrilling fantasy adventure where humanity is at risk & the Light of the World threatens to stutter out. @macmillankidsuk.bsky.social

#BookAdvent Day 22 #YouChoose Christmas from the dream team of #NickSharratt and @pippagoodhart Every child I’ve shared this with (young, teenage, & in between) has absolutely loved poring over the pagers of this book & picking their ideal Christmas. A fantastic series! @puffinbooksuk.bsky.social

#BookAdvent Day 21 #LeahsStar by #MargaretBatesonHill, illus. by #KarinLittlewood A beautiful retelling of the Nativity story from the perspective of an innkeeper’s daughter. Littlewood’s illustrations capture the sense of awe & wonder felt by Leah in the bustle around her. @alannamax

#BookAdvent Day 20 #AChristmasDelivery by @andyshepherdwriter.bsky.social, @SarahWarbie A gorgeous new festive tradition waiting to happen. Featuring snow dragons, sparking wit, & a pinch of Christmas magic, this is a must-have for little ones in the run up to Christmas. @templarbooks.bsky.social

#BookAdvent Day 19 A classic for you today… #TheTwelveDaysOfChristmas from @brian_wildsmith. His distinctive illustrations accompany the lyrics of what must Shirley be one of our most-sung Christmas songs! @oupprimary.bsky.social

#BookAdvent Day 18 #Snow by @meeratrehan.bsky.social , cover by @alexissnell.bsky.social All is not as it first seems in the land of Mistmir. It’s Princess spends her days digging in the snow, looking for something to bring her kingdom back to life. @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social ❄️ 🦋 ❄️

#BookAdvent Day 17 #AReindeerCalledJoy by @farmgirlwriter, illustrated by @esillustration I love this series - it’s ideal for animal lovers aged 7+. In this instalment, Jasmine is rushing to get Joy well again in time to do a very special job… @nosycrow.bsky.social

#BookAdvent Day 15 #WeDisagreeAboutThisTree by #RossCollins 🎄 Bear & Mouse seem to have finally overcome their differences, but then it’s time to decorate the Christmas tree… have they really learnt the art of compromise? Love this pair in a chunky board book format. @nosycrow.bsky.social

#BookAdvent Day 14 Time to delve in to #TheSecretHistoryOfChristmas by #CatherineSaunders, illustrated by #LenaAddink I’d never realised that so many historical events happened on. Christmas Day! Explore those, and lots of other winter celebrations on this fascinating book! 🎄 @hachette

Hey #EduSky- getting ready for #WorldBookDay? Here’s one of my most popular poems, FREE on my website along with many others: www.joshuaseigal.co.uk

#BookAdvent Day 13 #MurderAtChristmas by @FleurHitchcock, cover by @elisaupsidedown When a murder occurs at the hotel Grace & her family are staying at, she’s determined to solve the mystery. With the help of her brother, will they be able to do it in time for Christmas? 10+ @nosycrow.bsky.social

#BookAdvent Day 12 #TheOtherFatherChristmas by @SerenaHolly, illustrated by @ShanabShamshirsaz @storymixstudio A heart-warming tale about the hunt for the next Father Christmas & one boy’s wish to help his grieving grandfather love Christmas again. Sparkly & gorgeous! 🎅🏼

#BookAdvent Day 11 #TheLittleChristmasTree by @AndreaSkevington, illustrated by @LornaHussey A beautiful take on the Christmas story through the eyes of a group of woodland animals sheltering under a little fir tree. 🎄 🦡 🐇 @SPCKpublishing

#BookAdvent Day 9 #TheWinterSnowGoose by @gill-lewis.bsky.social , illustrated by @IrivaAvgustinovich 🪿 ❄️ The crash landing of a goose signals the start of the worst winter in years. Tia & Nat have an idea to lift people’s spirits and celebrate friendship. @barringtonstoke.bsky.social

#BookAdvent Day 8 #AnyasQuest by @jasbinderbilan.bsky.social, illust. by @janespictures This book is a lyrical call to arms to heal our fragile planet. Set in the icy Himalaya & featuring the mighty Goddess Ganga, this story will sweep you off on a snowy adventure❄️ @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social

#BookAdvent Day 7 Time for #AWellyFullOfChristmas - a festive collection of poems from @attielime.bsky.social There’s a great variety of moods and forms which would be perfect to share during lulls in the Christmas chaos. Illustrated by #nadinelicence @tinytreebooks.bsky.social

#BookAdvent Day 6 The ‘That’s not my…..’ series is surely legendary?! The #WinterWonderland edition features a foiled holographic cover, touchable texture patches, & a show-stopping light display. Guaranteed to delight babies & toddlers across the land this #Christmas @Usbornebooks

#BookAdvent Day 3 There’s nothing like a ‘Can you Spot?’ book to keep children entertained on a soggy afternoon or whilst waiting to head off on a festive adventure. This Wintertime edition is a great way to pass the time and sharpen observation skills. @usbornebooks

#BookAdvent Day 2 A classic anthology always makes an excellent Christmas gift for readers young or old. @bloomsburybooksuk.bsky.social have two to pick from: Classic Nursery Rhymes with foreword by @chrisriddell50 or Classic Fairy Tales from Hans Christian Andersen & The Brothers Grimm.

#BookAdvent Day 1 #Robin by @sarahannjuckes, illus. by #LindeFaas A moving tale about Eddie -a boy trying to work out who he is besides ‘Scarlett’s brother.’Deep in the forest surrounding his uncle’s house, Eddie finds a monster. A monster who’s determined to fly free. @simonandschuster.bsky.social

Thank you to the Queen of #Kidlit Christmas - @meltbessant for hosting the most fabulous Christmas party. It has become the official mark of the start of festive season for me! I didn’t take many photos but had a great time catching up with friends in the kidlit world. @authorfy.bsky.social

Books can be a great way to help pupils manage difficult emotions, such as feeling lonely. This download contains a PDF full of classroom activities from literacy expert @booksuperhero2.bsky.social based around the picturebook When I Feel Lonely

I loved having the opportunity to think up activities to accompany this beautiful book from @brittateckentrup.bsky.social

"Hickes expertly ratchets up the tension page by page ... A brilliant read for any readers aged 10+ who don’t scare easily!" Thank you @booksuperhero2.bsky.social for starting off our Halloween blog tour with this fabulous review of #TheLastDayOfOctober! 🎃

I’m starting off the blog tour from #TheLastDayOfOctober by @Hickesy A gripping read with one of the creepiest endings I’ve read in a long time! Cover by @Oriol__Vidal, published by @barringtonstoke.bsky.social Perfect for #Halloween 🎃 librarygirlandbookboy.com/2025/10/27/b...

Prepare to be scared! It's three days until the start of our terrifying #Halloween blog tour to celebrate #PhilHickes's spine-tingling Barrington Stoke debut, #TheLastDayOfOctober! Follow these brilliant bloggers for reviews, sneak peeks and interviews every day next week 🎃

Boo!!! Did I scare you?! My #Halloween round-up is now live for anyone who’s seeking something seriously creepy to curl up with as we enter spooky season 🎃 librarygirlandbookboy.com/2025/10/19/s...

Boo!!! Did I scare you?! My #Halloween round-up is now live for anyone who’s seeking something seriously creepy to curl up with as we enter spooky season 🎃 librarygirlandbookboy.com/2025/10/19/s...

It’s my stop on the out-of-this-world blog tour for #TheAliensMadeMeDoIt by #DavidMacPhail, illustrated by #RoryWalker. Make sure you read David’s piece about his two favourite characters to write. @everythingwithwords librarygirlandbookboy.com/2025/10/09/b...

Last night, I attended a live recording for the Children's Book Project brand new #podcast #ThePowerOfABook 📖 The panel included @lawrencepatrice.bsky.social , #FrancescaSimon, & @jessieburton hosted by @Tracycheveliar. I loved the format’s focus on childhood reading & its lasting influences.

Please take a listen to this 1 min intro for the new podcast being launched by the @lonbookproject - a charity I have been working with over the past few months. It’s like a desert island discs for children’s books & there are some great guests! #Kidlit open.spotify.com/show/3wBQXef...

Please take a listen to this 1 min intro for the new podcast being launched by the @lonbookproject - a charity I have been working with over the past few months. It’s like a desert island discs for children’s books & there are some great guests! #Kidlit open.spotify.com/show/3wBQXef...

It's my stop on the blog tour for The Feathered Book by @charlienutbrown.bsky.social with a delightful guest post about why children should read detective fiction! @everywithwords.bsky.social scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/09/28/t...

We're delighted to announce a terrifying #Halloween blog tour to celebrate the publication of #TheLastDayOfOctober, Phil Hickes's spine-tingling Barrington Stoke debut! Follow these brilliant bloggers for reviews, sneak peeks, interviews and author content. You have been warned! Publishing 9 October

#TheFeatheredBook by #CharlieNutbrown is a great merger of cost animal story & intriguing mystery. Read Charlie’s special piece about why he loves animal stories on my blog. @everythingwithwords cover by @hollyovenden librarygirlandbookboy.com/2025/09/26/b...

Muses Oscillates Navigates Takes trips Yearns to emulate Professor Meerschaum Will Monty solve the mystery of #TheFeatheredBook ? #BookBloggers @charlienutbrown.bsky.social @everywithwords.bsky.social @bookcraic.bsky.social @booklib61.bsky.social @booksuperhero2.bsky.social et al

So excited for The Feathered Book blog tour – kicking off tomorrow with an interview with @gntread24.bsky.social @everywithwords.bsky.social #kidlit #kidlituk #UKKidlit #booksky #childrensbooks

#NewIllustrationOfTheDay by Ewa Beniak-Haremska. Excellent use of black-and-white drawings in a novel. From The Feathered Book by Charlie Nutbrown, an elegant cosy crime novel about aspiring detective Monty the Fox and the theft of a book. Everything With Words 11 Sept. @charlienutbrown.bsky.social

***New bookish podcast*** There’s a brand new podcast for book fans being launched by the wonderful @lonbookproject (whom I support.) Think ‘desert island discs’ but for books! The lovely @laurenlaverne is kicking things off! Please give it a listen! podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t...

***New bookish podcast*** There’s a brand new podcast for book fans being launched by the wonderful @lonbookproject (whom I support.) Think ‘desert island discs’ but for books! The lovely @laurenlaverne is kicking things off! Please give it a listen! podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t...

In a world where you can find all kinds of misinformation at the click of a button, there nothing as reassuring as an excellently researched physical encyclopedia! Take a look at this recently updated one from @whatonearth.bsky.social @britannica.com librarygirlandbookboy.com/2025/09/12/b...

In a world where you can find all kinds of misinformation at the click of a button, there nothing as reassuring as an excellently researched physical encyclopedia! Take a look at this recently updated one from @whatonearth.bsky.social @britannica.com librarygirlandbookboy.com/2025/09/12/b...

Introducing Nora #TheBusiestBeaver by @_lufraser, illustrated by #KateHindley I love this story about a determined beaver forging her own path 🦫 Be sure to read Lu’s piece about her inspiration! @simonkidsuk.bsky.social librarygirlandbookboy.com/2025/09/08/b...

I’ve spent a very pleasant weekend reading the new #ChroniclesOfWhetherwhy by @acaseforbooks.bsky.social 🐉 I’m not sure how I missed the first one but it didn’t stop me loving this. What a cliffhanger for an ending! Cover by #artemchebokha Internal illus by #DavidWyatt @harpercollins.bsky.social

Today I am delighted to be joining the blog tour for #TheBrightestStar by @megcathwrites.bsky.social published by @littleislandbooks.bsky.social Thanks for inviting me @antswilkinson.bsky.social vsviewfromthebookshelves.home.blog/2025/09/05/b...

Wow! Than you @oxfordchildrens.bsky.social for the gorgeous gift box celebrating a brand new series from @harrietmuncaster.bsky.social The #WiskaWildflower series is a great next step for Isadora fans, told in an engaging diary format. 🌺

I’m starting the blog tour for #TheBrightestStar by @meggrehan. A sensitively written verse novel about Stevie who is navigating starting high school, changes in friendships, & beginning to explore her LGBTQ+ identity. @littleislandbooks.bsky.social librarygirlandbookboy.com/2025/09/01/b...

After a wonderful publication day party last night, I shall mostly be spending this weekend saddling up and and diving into #SkandarAndTheSpiritWar - the final instalment in @annabelwriter’s epic series! 🦄 @simonkidsuk.bsky.social

Excellent company around the campfire tonight. #RoleModel #ElleMcNicoll @knightsofbooks.bsky.social