Lizzie’s Dream Journal – MG Book Review

Synopsis: After the death of her father, Lizzie Barnes’ life takes an interesting turn when her mum brings home a journal. Lizzie decides to use the journal to write short stories involving her beloved teddy bear Rodford and his arch-enemy Dr Ofdor, a villainous grizzly bear. She soon notices it is no ordinary journal as…

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The Monster Spotters Handbook – MG Proof Review

Synopsis: When the mysterious Monster Spotter’s Handbook is passed down to eleven-year-old Edwin Spook, a brain boggling world of monsters is opened before him.  Edwin, last of the Monster Spotters, quickly discovers that the Duke, the last of the Monster Catchers, is using his clever tricks to trap four very special monsters – the Oober…

The Nine Jewels – YA Fantasy Review

Synopsis: Gideon suspected it wasn’t a coincidence. Ashton’s announcement of her plans to accompany her sister to New Delhi matched his own arrangements to catch up with his parents on their speaking tour in India. But when he arrives, there’s only one thing on his mind. His mother is missing and he’ll do anything to…

Adventure Stories For Daring Girls – Ebook Review

Synopsis: This beautifully illustrated, full-colour hardback gift edition brings together a thrilling and inspiring collection of 15 classic children's stories. These narratives from around the world showcase strong, charismatic, independent female protagonists who know their own minds, and make their own decisions. Meet Dorothy Gale, who freed faraway Oz from a terrible tyrant; Hua Mulan,…