Families Book Reviews

Name: Jo Clarke
11 September 2026;

Genre: Representation & Inclusion

Following the incredible My Name is Samim, author Fidan Meikle returns with My Name is Zayn - a deeply moving, unforgettable story that will open your heart and expand your view of the world. After a harrowing journey from Afghani...

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Name: Sue Wilsher
10 September 2026;

Genre: Non Fiction

In Cosmic Cruise: A Solar System Adventure, readers are taken on a wonderful adventure around our solar system, exploring all the planets, moons and wonders it holds! Opening with a communication from the Captain, the contents are presented as a travel plan for the reader, lay...

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Name: Lizi Backhouse
10 September 2026;

Genre: Mystery & Detective

It's Halloween and Shifty McGifty and Slippery Sam have a job to bake for a Halloween Party at a posh hotel but when they arrive, they find out that all of the guests are being robbed by a ghost! Shifty McGifty and Slippery Sam: The Robber Ghost is a fun picture book; the story...

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Name: Sue Wilsher
09 September 2026;

Genre: Fairy Tales & Folk Tales

The enduring appeal of traditional stories is not just their power to captivate and enchant readers, transporting them to magical lands, but because they explore shared human experiences, reflecting the similarities between people across cultures, time and place, offering hope and comfort as w...

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Name: Stephanie Gladdish
07 September 2026;

Genre: Funny Stories

Tony Rex's Seven Stomps to Success by Alex Latimer is a colourful and imaginative story with plenty of personality. I'm not sure the 'life coach' angle is the easiest idea for young children to grasp. But the fact the dinosaur is giving out advice, in a way which he (hopes) wi...

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Name: Sue Wilsher
01 September 2026;

Genre: Science Fiction

Whilst out searching for scrap, rustheads Kol and Sully find a dormant spaceship, hidden deep beneath the layers of junk. When the sentient ship comes to life, they find that they are not alone. Solene, a mysterious silver-haired girl, is on board and she is on a mission. Finding themselves ca...

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Name: Sue Wilsher
01 September 2026;

Genre: Family & Home

When Luna's dad leaves home in the middle of the night, no one else seems to be worried about him. But as the days pass, Luna, her best friend, Casey, and her younger sister, Jade, try to work out what has happened to him. As the clues mount, they uncover secrets and lies . . . but will they f...

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Name: Linda Canning
31 August 2026;

Genre: Personal Growth

Scaredy Cat has a lovely message at its heart about finding the courage to try something new and gradually growing in confidence. When a nervous child meets an equally frightened cat, their developing friendship gives them both the encouragement they need to be a little braver...

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Name: Louisa Farrow
31 August 2026;

Genre: Funny Stories

If Arthur Guppy can avoid detentions for a term, he will get a MetaVR 3000, top of the range, virtual reality headset for Christmas. Naturally, he is trying his hardest to be good; unfortunately, although he means well, he hasn’t quite got the guile or self-awareness to avoid trouble. So, by t...

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Name: Louise Gahan
28 August 2026;

Genre: Mental Health & Wellbeing

Isobel Hates Change is a warm and reassuring picture book about a young girl who loves routine and knowing exactly what to expect from her school day. From spending time with her best friend Lillian to enjoying her favourite lessons, everything feels safe and predictable until...

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