Title: Berani Author: Michelle Kadarusman Genre: Fiction Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 1st November Format: Paperback Pages: 224 Price: $16.99 Synopsis: Malia, Ari and Ginger's three distinct voices are interwoven to tell the story of Ginger Juice, an orangutan kept captive in a cage in this powerful and uplifting novel suitable for readers of The One… Continue reading Berani by Michelle Kadarusman
Author: Ashleigh
An avid reader and writer, reviewer and author. I love to read just about anything. I enjoy writing about books, reading and writing as well and I dabble in many areas of writing from travel to crime fiction and fantasy. My blog is a way to get how I feel about reading, books and writing out there.
I currently receive books to review from various publishers in most genres, but typically don't review romance or horror, or erotica books as I these are genres I have difficulty in reviewing and in general they are not what I enjoy reading.
The Turnkey by Allison Rushby
Title: The Turnkey Author: Allison Rushby Genre: Historical Fiction, Mystery Publisher: Walker Books Published: 1st March 2017 Format: Paperback Pages: 256 Price: $17.99 Synopsis: History and mystery wrapped in a thrilling supernatural plot, The Turnkey is perfect for kids aged 9+. Flossie Birdwhistle is the Turnkey at London’s Highgate Cemetery. As Turnkey, Flossie must ensure all the… Continue reading The Turnkey by Allison Rushby
October 2022 Round Up
In October, I read about nineteen books, and some I didn’t review, others I did. I have been busy with a few other things so didn’t read as many as I had hoped, but I am getting through my review books, however, as I’ve been busy with a few other things. Any reviews for review… Continue reading October 2022 Round Up
The Book Smugglers by Anna James
Title: The Book Smugglers Author: Anna James Genre: Fantasy Publisher: HarperCollins Australia Published: 13th October 2021 Format: Hardcover Pages: 432 Price: $19.99 Synopsis: Milo lives on board the Sesquipedalian, or “Quip” – a magical train that uses the power of imagination to travel through both Story and the real world. The train is owned by… Continue reading The Book Smugglers by Anna James
The Courage of Magnolia Moon by Edwina Wyatt
Title: The Courage of Magnolia Moon Author: Edwina Wyatt Genre: Fiction Publisher: Walker Books Published: 3rd November 2022 Format: Hardcover Pages: 160 Price: $19.99 Synopsis: Magnolia Moon is very good at finding courage. And when you’ve fought with your best friend and your grandma is sick, it will take great courage to find a way… Continue reading The Courage of Magnolia Moon by Edwina Wyatt
Well Done, Mummy Penguin by Chris Haughton
Title: Well Done, Mummy Penguin Author: Chris Haughton Genre: Fiction Publisher: Walker Books Published: 3rd November 2022 Format: Hardcover Pages: 40 Price: $27.99 Synopsis: From Chris Haughton comes a funny, suspenseful celebration of mothers set against an atmospheric Antarctic backdrop. Mummy Penguin is off to find a fishy dinner for her family. She has to… Continue reading Well Done, Mummy Penguin by Chris Haughton
A is for Bee: An Alphabet Book in Translation by Ellen Heck
Title: A is for Bee: An Alphabet Book in Translation Author: Ellen Heck Genre: Non-Fiction Publisher: Pushkin Children’s Books Published: 1st November 2022 Format: Hardcover Pages: 40 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: "A beautifully illustrated multilingual alphabet book, to teach children about the amazing diversity of languages.What letter does the word bee start with?If you said ""B"" you're right… Continue reading A is for Bee: An Alphabet Book in Translation by Ellen Heck
Need a House? Call Ms Mouse! by George Mendoza, illustrated by Doris Susan Smith
Title: Need a House? Call Ms Mouse! Author: George Mendoza Genre: Fiction Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 1st November 2022 Format: Hardcover Pages: 40 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: A charming and popular children's classic about an industrious architect mouse, brought to life for a new generation. Welcome to the enchanting world of Henrietta, architect mouse. Her… Continue reading Need a House? Call Ms Mouse! by George Mendoza, illustrated by Doris Susan Smith
Cat Family Christmas: A Lift the Flap Advent Book by Lucy Brownridge, illustrated by Eunyoung Seo
Title: Cat Family Christmas: A Lift the Flap Advent Book Author: Lucy Brownridge, illustrated by Eunyoung Seo Genre: Christmas Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children’s Books Published: 1st November 2022 Format: Hardcover Pages: 24 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: Count down to Christmas with the Cat Family in this lift-the-flap advent book with more than 140 doors to open,… Continue reading Cat Family Christmas: A Lift the Flap Advent Book by Lucy Brownridge, illustrated by Eunyoung Seo
Kid Christmas of the Claus Brothers Toy Shop by David Litchfield
Title: Kid Christmas of the Claus Brothers Toy Shop Author: David Litchfield Genre: Fiction Publisher: Frances Lincoln Publishers Published: 1st November 2022 Format: Hardcover Pages: 40 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: This charming tale tells the story of little Nicky Claus, who wanted to make every child happy, if only just for one day.Nicky Claus works with… Continue reading Kid Christmas of the Claus Brothers Toy Shop by David Litchfield
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