I loved “The Experiment” by #RebeccaStead. A fantastic aliens on Earth tale, that constantly shifts just as you feel you know where it is going or what is happening. Great plot and characters and in “The Wagon” an other-worldly place on Earth. Perfect for Y5/6 @andersenpress.bsky.social

Didn’t need another copy of “Boys Don’t Cry” but why not as it’s one of the best songs ever!

Well that was a gorgeous wee walk. Breathe out and relax. Nowt as stunning as Scotland! You’ve done it again Dr @lizjhenry.bsky.social

Can’t believe this banger is 35 years old “Size of a Cow” #TheWonderstuff Jigging around in tribute to my cider and Black fuelled teenage self!

Very lucky to be given a proof of “The Thing About Giants” by #ChristopherGalvin. It’s a fantastic tale that switches everything we know about Giants and Humans. It’s epic in every way. At its core is a brilliant friendship between human and giant. Great stuff @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social

I was a longlist judge for the picturebook category. I can guarantee all those are absolutely brilliant…

The time has come to bring you the 2026 UKLA Book Awards Shortlist! This year's list features a range of accessible and inclusive titles that really encourage reading for pleasure. Find out more here: ukla.org/ukla-book-aw... #kidslit #bookawards

Wonderful! “Unexpected Guests” by #MariajoIllustrato is a clever, playful delight where rodent and human worlds collide! Midnight box‑raiding mice, a cautiously curious narrator, kindness across species—and a perfectly timed cat. Cozy, funny, full of heart. #PicturebookPage @quartokids.bsky.social

Wonderful! “Unexpected Guests” by #MariajoIllustrato is a clever, playful delight where rodent and human worlds collide! Midnight box‑raiding mice, a cautiously curious narrator, kindness across species—and a perfectly timed cat. Cozy, funny, full of heart. #PicturebookPage @quartokids.bsky.social

Well that was rather fab! Funny, emotional, spectacular; a proper cinema film. Loved it! #ProjectHailMary

Loved “The Lions’ Run” by @sarapennypacker.bsky.social. It’s a fantastic tale of personal bravery and courage. Set in occupied France during WWII, it’s a tale of resistance, some themes are dark so definitely Year 6 and above. A powerful, evocative read laced with hope. @hodderfiction.bsky.social

“The Lost Robot” by Joe Todd‑Stanton = visual storytelling at its very best. Epic spreads, emotional depth, and a robot you’ll root for from page one. Brilliant picturebook craft. Stunning and full of heart, a modern classic in the making #PicturebookPage @flyingeyebooks.bsky.social

“The Lost Robot” by Joe Todd‑Stanton = visual storytelling at its very best. Epic spreads, emotional depth, and a robot you’ll root for from page one. Brilliant picturebook craft. Stunning and full of heart, a modern classic in the making #PicturebookPage @flyingeyebooks.bsky.social

Daisy Hirst’s “There Is Not Usually a Hole” is the best kind of shaggy dog/ cat story - playful, quietly brave, and full of trust in young readers. Dark tunnels, found friends, and humour in what’s left unsaid. Simple, smart, and deeply satisfying. A joy! #PicturebookPage @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social

Todays soundtrack…back to being 18 again, pogoing round the bedroom and shouts coming from downstairs to turn that damn racket down. Thanks @nedsatomicdustbin.bsky.social

What a truly beautiful book about loss and remembering. “Where Are You Eddie?” By @michaelrosenyes.bsky.social and #GillSmith is a stunning thoughtful book about how we don’t lose those we love and they live through the people their lives touch. @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social #PicturebookPage

What a truly beautiful book about loss and remembering. “Where Are You Eddie?” By @michaelrosenyes.bsky.social and #GillSmith is a stunning thoughtful book about how we don’t lose those we love and they live through the people their lives touch. @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social #PicturebookPage

Love this series by #samuelsedgman “The Galileo Heist” lives up to expectations. Isaac and Hattie set about writing a wrong, it ‘s full of peril, derring-do, double-crosses and twists. It’s a total page-turner. A fab series that I know kids can’t wait to read. @bloomsburybooksuk.bsky.social

So 22 years married as of today. Tomorrow, it’s 32 years since we first met. Love you more than ever @lizjhenry.bsky.social (Dr) I never thought in a million years on that drunken afternoon you would be the one. Here’s to loose morals, afternoon drinking and poor choices

Continuing my Goth 1/2 term. Today’s listening is… “Floodland” by The Sisters of Mercy. Mercilessly laughed at by my own sister when I put it on at home age 16. She was Wrong! It’s still amazing.

Todays soundtrack… Having a moment

ove this retelling of “Rumpelstiltskin” by #macbarnett and #CarsonEllis. It is totally faithful to story but with enough playfulness to appeal to modern readers.The art is gorgeous and harks back to classic fairytale imagery.A great version of a great tale #PicturebookPage @scholasticuk.bsky.social

First read of the half-term. Just brilliant to return to one of my favourite book worlds. “Bridge of Storms” by @philipreeve.bsky.social is another thrilling, rip-roaring adventure following on from “Thunder City”. Full of heart, peril and adventure. Just brilliant @scholasticuk.bsky.social

OK I think I’ve won the bookpost prize. A mega parcel from the wonderful @dansantat.bsky.social of his new (and brilliant) graphic novel “Sashimi.” It will be adored in school it’s silly, anarchic and yet moving. A great series start! Bunny and Monkey fans will love it! @macmillanusa.bsky.social

OK I think I’ve won the bookpost prize. A mega parcel from the wonderful @dansantat.bsky.social of his new (and brilliant) graphic novel “Sashimi.” It will be adored in school it’s silly, anarchic and yet moving. A great series start! Bunny and Monkey fans will love it! @macmillanusa.bsky.social

Not posted a book for a while…thought I’d get going with this bit of genius “Ultra-Wild” by @stevemushin.bsky.social is a stunning, wildly creative not fiction text that explore how we may rewind our cities. It’s Science rich and dense, fascinating and wild. A book to pore over for kids.

Todays Soundtrack is #CarterUSM Not sure everyone in the house is appreciating it as much as me.

Not posted a book for a while…thought I’d get going with this bit of genius “Ultra-Wild” by @stevemushin.bsky.social is a stunning, wildly creative not fiction text that explore how we may rewind our cities. It’s Science rich and dense, fascinating and wild. A book to pore over for kids.

So here they my favourite 40 picturebooks of 2025 (actually there are 42). Merry Christmas! #FavePicturebooks25 #PicturebookPage

Here are almost 40 of my favourite #MiddleGrade reads for 2025. A fantastic range from wild fantasy, to gritty realism, historical adventures and more than a few scares. What a brilliant year its been for children’s books

“Seven Ways Through a Wood” by @jennreese.bsky.social and @devinellekurtz.bsky.social is pure enchantment. Reese’s playful, prose invites you to choose your path, ride a griffin, stow away on a moss giant or take your own path. Kurtz’s glowing art brings it to glorious life. #PictureBookPage

If you have even a passing interest in children’s books then you need to check out Betsy Bird’s ( @fuse8.bsky.social ) extraordinary 31 lists in 31 day. I’m always relived when I find lots of my favourite books #FavePicturebook25 in her lists. There are always gems I’ve missed however!

Not a minor celebrity but I did throw a cup of coffee over David Bowie.

Here are almost 40 of my favourite #MiddleGrade reads for 2025. A fantastic range from wild fantasy, to gritty realism, historical adventures and more than a few scares. What a brilliant year its been for children’s books

I finished my #FavePicturebooks25 then this absolute worldie arrived. “Cat Nap” by @brianlies.bsky.social is an utterly joyful Tom and Jerry-esque romp through a museum. A delightful story is delivered in through extraordinary art as they dive from exhibit to exhibit #PicturebookPage

No. 1 in my #FavePicturebooks25: “Don’t Trust Fish!” by @dansantat.bsky.social & @unshavedmouse.bsky.social, a truly hilarious, visually stunning romp with an unforgettable narrator (and a twist you’ll love!). Packed with gags, humor & comic timing. Pure joy! Just genius! #PicturebookPage

So here they my favourite 40 picturebooks of 2025 (actually there are 42). Merry Christmas! #FavePicturebooks25 #PicturebookPage

No. 1 in my #FavePicturebooks25: “Don’t Trust Fish!” by @dansantat.bsky.social & @unshavedmouse.bsky.social, a truly hilarious, visually stunning romp with an unforgettable narrator (and a twist you’ll love!). Packed with gags, humor & comic timing. Pure joy! Just genius! #PicturebookPage

No. 2 in my #FavePicturebooks25: “Broken” by #XFang, a tender, cinematic gem that turns a shattered teacup into a story of guilt, forgiveness & love. Mei Mei’s journey is hilarious, heartfelt & beautifully illustrated with warmth and whimsy. Brilliant! #PicturebookPage

No. 3 in my #FavePicturebooks25: “Oh Dear, Look What I Got!” by @michaelrosenyes.bsky.social & #HelenOxenbury, a masterclass in picturebook making! Fantastically funny, rhythmic, and a joy to read aloud. Beautiful art and a pure delight from start to finish. Just wonderful! #PicturebookPage

No. 4 in my #FavePicturebooks25: “The House That Floated” by #Goujing, a storm, a rising sea & a family that holds on. Stunning art tells a delicate tale of resilience & love. A #WordlessWonder, quietly powerful & unforgettable. Breathtaking visual storytelling #PicturebookPage

No. 5 in my #FavePicturebooks25: “Five Wolves” by Peter McCarty, five wolves on a wild, art-filled adventure! A stream-of-consciousness tale that’s quirky, philosophical and visually stunning. Striking, provocative & utterly original. #PicturebookPage thanks @100scopenotes.bsky.social for this

No. 6 in my #FavePicturebooks25: “Once I Was A Tree” by #EoinMcLaughlin & #GuilhermeKarsten, a fantastically funny journey from seed to book!Packed with facts, clever jokes & quirky art. Smart, hilarious & huge fun for curious minds. One of the funniest of ‘25 #PicturebookPage @nosycrow.bsky.social

No. 7 in my #FavePicturebooks25: “The Littlest Drop” by #SaschaAlper, #BrianPinkney & #JerryPinkney, can one tiny hummingbird stop a fire? A stunning, inspiring tale of courage & community, with art that’s pure magic. Small acts matter. Stunning in every way! #PicturebookPage

No. 8 in my #FavePicturebooks25: “Sometimes You Find A Dragon” by @vivschwarz.bsky.social m, a perfect #AssemblyBook! A joyful celebration of spotting, imagining & finding your voice. Creative, bold & full of wonder. Express yourself, explore the world! #PicturebookPage @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social

I apologise in advance for the number of book tweets today…I am racing for the finish line in my top 40 #FavePicturebooks25

No. 9 in my #FavePicturebooks25: “Stalactite and Stalagmite” by #DrewBeckmeyer — two rock formations grow a friendship over millions of years in a cave! Science, whimsy and philosophy makes a wildly original, funny, and tender tale of time, change & connection. #PicturebookPage

No. 10 in my #FavePicturebooks25: “Recess” by #LaneSmith — pure joyous chaos bottled in a book! From “pretty fun” school days to wild games, it’s an interactive explosion of color, silliness & read-aloud fun. Wilder than any rumpus—RECESS rules! #PicturebookPage

No. 13 in my #FavePicturebooks25: “Wild” by #KatyaBalen & #GillSmith A gorgeous, lyrical debut that celebrates spotting the “wild” around you and feeling it within, wherever you are. Poetic words and stunning art equal pure joy. Truly lovely #PicturebookPage @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social

No. 12 in my #FavePicturebooks25: “My Friend, Billy Whiskers” by @dc-litchfield.bsky.social, a tender triumph of imaginary friendship, courage & empathy. Dreamy art, gentle storytelling make a snowy-day hug in book form. Kids feel seen, brave & beautifully understood. #PicturebookPage