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A stunning read on multiple levels; a great story with lovely characters and good development. For keen readers every Shakespeare play is referenced in some way which adds interest. A funny, warm, heartfelt novel which will stay with the reader.

Really enjoyable dip-in leisure read with strong shelf appeal. Cheery illustrations work brilliantly with the text and it shouldn't date too quickly. A must-have.

A celebration of bookshops & the joy they bring. With a sweet grandparent & child relationship, wonderful illustrations & a strong message about how nothing stays the same & change is often good - this was a delightful read for those who love books.

A wonderful read that will make you laugh out loud! Bums, farts, poo and pants all included in one glorious bouncing rhyme! The illustrations are bright and busy and full of fun! Brilliant for story times; it will make you smile all day!

Touches on many issues but ultimately it explores healing, reconciliation and love. Really does pack a heartfelt punch with a clever plot-twist. Not heavy handed on themes but is authentic, emotive and tender, Did I cry? Yes I did! Brilliant read

A delightful and well produced book with a detailed and interesting biography. Engaging and colourful illustrations add great appeal as do the suggestions for trying out your own art work in the style of Matisse. A great addition to art collections.

Bright, bold, funny and brilliantly silly! This tale turns the classic nursery rhyme upside down and in a whole new direction. Great to read aloud and kids will love to join in with the E-I-E-I-O!

Lovely expressive characters and a nice message about not letting people pigeonhole you into certain roles. Would be nice to read out loud.

Engaging and fascinating in it's retelling which really brings the events to life for young readers today. Great for topic support or leisure, although gatefold pages may be prone to damage.

Really enjoyable collection of stories from across the globe, with thoughtful commentary on the folklore behind them. Great leisure material for fans of the supernatural.

Laugh-out-loud tale of high school woes, with a likeable cast of characters and some sweet lessons of self-acceptance. Great start to series with loads of appeal.

Beautifully illustrated and with a gentle rhythm to the sparse text, this is a book to pore over. Lovely dip-in read that could also promote discussion.

Very endearing and a gentle tale of trusting your instincts and making friends. The illus are beautiful and cleverly add another layer to the story with fairy tale characters to spot (The Frog Prince). Atmospheric with good old-fashioned charm

Beautifully illustrated, with a steady rhythm and rhyming words, and a shimmer on and off the page. A wonderful picturebook which will work beautiful before a nap or bedtime.

Strong debut that tackles class, race and religion with a light touch and an engaging love story. Some characters seem stereotypical & slang used will date quickly but well worth trying.