My three latest titles have just been delivered. – Sprog the time hopping frog, Pharaoh’s Treasure and The Greenwood Adventurers. These have super illustrations and Michelle Simpson appears to have made Pharaoh’s Treasure positively glow with colour! Continue Reading
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Top wolf books for World Environment Day
Wolves are fascinating creatures and if you enjoyed reading about Randall in The Howling Stones and are hungry for more wolf books in time for World Environment Day on June 5 then take a look at these other great books featuring wolves. The Forest Wolves is Alex Milway’s second book in his Big Sky Mountain… Continue Reading
Howling Stones book review
I read this short chapter book to see if it might be suitable for some 7 and 8 year old children I know. The theme of the story is very topical especially as natural habitats are being lost and biodiversity declining with the loss of some species. The story is fast paced with interesting language… Continue Reading
World Book Day
Happy World Book Day! Today seems the perfect time to say a big thank you to all my readers and those who have supported me in my writing. There are obviously lots of budding footballers out there as according to my latest Public Lending Right figures which keeps track of books borrowed in libraries, Mole… Continue Reading
Chick-a-boo launch
It was great to receive my first copies of Chick-a-boo, my latest yellow early reader about a cheeky runaway chick. It is published by Maverick Books and is delightfully illustrated by Natasha Rimmington. For details see http://www.bookdepository.com/Chick-a-boo- Amanda-Brandon/9781848868137 Continue Reading
Roman Tales – The Chariot Race
If you are studying the Roman period in primary school then check out my story The Chariot Race in the colourful and lively Storytime – a plastic free monthly magazine with great stories and activities for youngsters, plus there are downloadable teaching resources and books to win. The story appears in issue 83 and features a… Continue Reading
World Book Day
World Book Day is fast approaching and is a celebration of reading. The event is marked on March 4 but books can be enjoyed any day of the year. Sharing stories together for just ten minutes a day can encourage a child’s love of reading and improve their vocabulary. Picture books are also a great… Continue Reading
Guided Reading for home schoolers
When families are self-isolating or home schooling, there’s no better time to share a story or two. There are plenty of fantastic reads available with follow-up activities to spark children’s imaginations. When learning to read children need plenty of practice and lots of encouragement which hopefully will lead to a life long love of reading.… Continue Reading
Unicorn Training – the magic is here!
Unicorn Training is out now! The story of naughty Splodge and his owner Tilly has been brought to life thanks to the fantastic illustrations of Mike Byrne and there are also a smattering of sparkles across the cover to add that touch of magic. For more details see http://www.quartoknows.com/books/9780711251175/Unicorn-Training.html Continue Reading
Knit in Public Day
Granny Mutton says get those needles clicking for the largest knitting event in the world. World Wide Knit in Public Day. Knitters from 57 countries will be taking part and events in the UK will be held on June 8 including Blake House Craft Centre, near Braintree, Brentwood Art Trail, The Yarn Dispensary Faversham, The… Continue Reading
