Melanie hates her Big Nose! Big noses run in her family, but her nose makes her feel less than beautiful until she meets a little kitten who thinks her nose is Puurrrrfect! Targeted Age Group:: 4 to 9 years What Inspired You to Write Your Book? I was always very self-conscious of my nose when I was young. Even now, I have said if I ever had plastic surgery it would be for my nose. I laugh now, but there is still an element of truth to it. I started drawing my 'big nose' … [Read more...] about Big Noses Are Beautiful! by Dawn Doig
And So, Ahmed Hears by Dawn Doig
Little Ahmed lives in a world of silence, unaware that the world around him can be experienced in a whole other way. A heartwarming story of discovery and the need for early diagnosis of a common childhood sensory impairment. Targeted Age Group:: 3 to 8 years (but all ages will enjoy it!) What Inspired You to Write Your Book? In my career as an audiologist, it was always an amazing experience to watch children discover sound for the first time or to help an adult reconnect with the world … [Read more...] about And So, Ahmed Hears by Dawn Doig
Catastrophe ~ A Highland Murder Most Fowl by Lucinda Hare
Catastrophe ~ A Highland Murder Most Fowl by Lucinda Hare Charming protagonists, reprehensible relatives, with an edge-of-your-seat conclusion, as seen through the eyes of the irrepressible feline hero! Looking forward to more adventures with Mary, George, and Catastrophe! Amazon.com *****review An absolutely wonderful book for children and adults! Very well written, and the description of the Highlands where Catastrophe lives is enchanting. As is Catastrophe himself, and his exciting tale. … [Read more...] about Catastrophe ~ A Highland Murder Most Fowl by Lucinda Hare
FEATURED BOOK: Catastrophe ~ A Highland Murder Most Fowl by Lucinda Hare
Genre: family cosy cat mystery 8 - 108 years Charming protagonists, reprehensible relatives, with an edge-of-your-seat conclusion, as seen through the eyes of the irrepressible feline hero! Looking forward to more adventures with Mary, George, and Catastrophe! Amazon.com *****review An absolutely wonderful book for children ...and adults! Very well written, and the description of the Highlands where Catastrophe lives is enchanting. As is Catastrophe himself, and his exciting tale. This … [Read more...] about FEATURED BOOK: Catastrophe ~ A Highland Murder Most Fowl by Lucinda Hare
FEATURED BOOK: The Dragon Whisperer by Lucinda Hare
Genre: fantasy & in the case of Scottish wildcat Catastrophe, cosy mystery FANTASY BOOK REVIEW 9/10 ~ Reading Lucinda Hare’s debut novel The Dragon Whisperer is like riding a dragon. You have to hold on tight during the twist and turns, take time to stop and enjoy the breathtaking view, prepare yourself for the sudden lows, enjoy the soaring heights and make sure you’re not on the wrong end of that fiery breath! A tale hatched from Hare’s real-life experiences and devotion to all kinds … [Read more...] about FEATURED BOOK: The Dragon Whisperer by Lucinda Hare
The Princelings of the East by Jemima Pett
The Princelings of the East by Jemima Pett The first book of the Princelings of the East series introduces us to Princelings George and Fred. Imagine them scurrying around the castle using secret passages, carrying out scientific experiments that occasionally blow up in their faces, or quaffing ale at their favourite tavern. But there is trouble in their world. They may not use much energy, but when they do, it is usually for important occasions. Energy draining to a halt to ruin the … [Read more...] about The Princelings of the East by Jemima Pett
FEATURED BOOK: Guppy Butter by K. Grivante
Genre: childrens, humor, animals Cute for kids, a bit twisted and funny for adults! A Guppy?? But I wanted a Puppy! Guppy Butter is the darkly humorous tale of a young girl's wish for a puppy, but who ends up getting a Guppy instead. She tries her best to meet her father's demands that if she can keep a fish alive, she'll be allowed to get a puppy. Tragedy after humorous tragedy ensues as she endures the taunts of her older brother and does her best to keep her fishies alive! Complimented … [Read more...] about FEATURED BOOK: Guppy Butter by K. Grivante
Dead Diary by L. P. Donnelli
Targeted Age Group:: 11-15 Dead Diary tells the story of Mathilde, a young girl who has to deal with the usual difficulties of growing up: such as problems at school, not being noticed by that special boy, and having to constantly help ghosts find their peace: I’m tired. Dead tired. So tired I can barely stay awake to write this. After helping Mr Bircher search for his head all night, I’m a little annoyed too. Dad doesn’t help. He doesn’t know what it's like for a girl my age, trying to … [Read more...] about Dead Diary by L. P. Donnelli
