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Witchlings
Name: Donna Ritchie
30 August 2022;Genre: Fantasy
Fans of any book which has students learning magic will find Witchlings extremely enjoyable. When witches reach a certain age they are put into a coven at a ritual lead by the Gran. Each witchling has an amulet that glows the colour of the House which they are put in. The Hous...
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Luma and the Hiccupping Dragon
Name: Lucy Newton
30 August 2022;Genre: Magical Realism
Another brilliant story about Luma! Luma and the Hiccupping Dragon includes two short stories, the first being about Luma and her hiccupping dragon. One night whilst staying over at Nani's, Luma discovers her pet Timir (who is sometimes a dog and sometimes a dragon depending o...
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Last Gamer Standing
Name: Donna Ritchie
24 August 2022;Genre: Science Fiction
Now I'm far from being a gamer, however, gamers - what a book for you (especially the ever increasing number of girls who are gamers). Set in 2067, the main character, Reyna, finds gaming hard going - not down to the actual game but because of the racism and sexism! I never knew that this occu...
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Loki: A Bad God’s Guide to Taking the Blame
Name: Linda Canning
16 August 2022;Genre: Funny Stories
If I were to write down a list of my class's favourite things to find in a book, the latest installment in the Loki series would hit them all. Utterly madcap? Check. Hilariously funny? Check. Completely random? Check. Filled with glorious illustrations? Check The list could go on! Louie...
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Ten Ways to Build a Brilliant Brain
Name: Rhiannon Cook
15 August 2022;Genre: Personal Growth
Written as ten chapters, plus an overview, Ten Ways to Build a Brilliant Brain introduces the reader to this complex organ and then lays out ten pieces of advice on making the most of it. This includes facts about the brain, ways to improve your mood and mental stamina, and an...
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The Secret School Invasion
Name: Jenny Caddick
15 August 2022;Genre: Funny Stories
I was thrilled to be sent another delightful school adventure featuring Izzy, Jodie, Zach and Maisie as I am a big fan of this quirky quartet. I love the dramatic escapades and heroics that always occur when they find themselves faced with yet another, quite outlandish yet utterly believable,...
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The Accidental Stowaway
Name: Lisa Watkins
13 August 2022;Genre: Mystery & Detective
When on the run and seeking a hiding place, Patch runs up the gangway of RMS Glorious and seeks shelter; it is only when it is too late that Patch realises the ship has set sail and she has become an accidental stowaway. Whilst onboard, Patch makes friends from all different backgrounds who ne...
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The Accidental Stowaway
Name: Kelly Buxton
13 August 2022;Genre: Mystery & Detective
The Accidental Stowaway is a gripping story about an orphan, known as Patch, likened to a parcel that has been passed from pillar to post until it is finally discarded. The story is told from the narrative of Patch, a fiery, strong-willed female protagonist on the hunt for a p...
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Me, My Brother and the Monster Meltdown
Name: Lauren Maidman
10 August 2022;Genre: Funny Stories
Me, My Brother and the Monster Meltdown is honestly one of the funniest children’s books I have read this year. The story is set in Rottingdean (near Brighton) where some rather strange goings-on have been happening. The oddest monsters have been destroying supermarkets - six-...
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Rosie Raja: Churchill’s Spy
Name: Linda Canning
05 August 2022;Genre: Historical Fiction
If you're looking for a thrilling read, packed with historical information and a diverse range of characters, then look no further than Rosie Raja: Churchill's Spy. This offering from Sufiya Ahmed is fast paced, unpredictable and filled with genuine peril. Set during the Second World Wa...
