Primary Times Review and Competition: Amulet

The lovely people at Primary Times have given Alison Thomas's debut book Amulet a read - and a sparkling review as well!

"Amulet is a valuable reading resource for individuals, families, professionals, carers and schools. Throughout the book Dion talks about his autism and explains the ways in which he copes with daily challenges."

As always, we appreciate the time taken to read and review any book, so a big thank you to Primary Times. This is yet another fabulous recommendation for Amulet, sitting proudly alongside the glowing review given by none other than Anna Kennedy OBE Autism Ambassador: 

"Amulet is a delightful story... On one level the reader is taken through a beautiful fantasy world which is a product of the children's imagination. On another level it intelligently highlights the difficulties presented by the real world to a child on the autism spectrum. The reader is shown how the child on the autism spectrum can be guided through life such that he becomes a full participant. I have no hesitation in recommending this book."

We're so pleased that people are enjoying Amulet just as much as we do, keep reading everybody and let us know what you think!

In other news... Primary Times are also hosting a great competition for the book! There are five signed First Edition copies of Amulet up for grabs, and one of them could be yours (you lucky thing you!)

All you have to do is click here and answer the question: 

What is the name of the boy in the story?

A. Dion

B. Dave

C. Dan

The competition closes Sunday 28th February and you can enter online, via email, Facebook or post!

Amulet is out now and available as paperback and Kindle e-book. 

RRP: £6.99

ISBN: 978-0993322167

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Review: The Search For Mister Lloyd by Griff Rowland

We've received a great review from the lovely people at Love Reading for The Search for Mister Lloyd by Griff Rowland.

"A gorgeously quirky and magical story about friendship, hope and discovery, for young and older adults alike. Mostyn is a pigeon fancier, Mister Lloyd the pigeon has gone fly-about and Mostyn is determined to find him. Including emails, posters, as well as the adventure itself, Griff Rowland transports you into the lives of Mostyn and Mister Lloyd. Full of moments to make you giggle, ponder and go "ahh", 'The Search For Mister Lloyd' is a lovely and captivating tale."

A big thank you to Love Reading's Liz Robinson for taking to time to review the book, and we're so glad that she enjoyed it as much as we do! 

The Search For Mister Lloyd is out now and available for purchase as paperback and Kindle download. 

RRP: £7.99

ISBN: 9780993119170

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BOOK REVIEW: "I AND MANY OTHERS WILL BE RACING TO THE SHOPS TO PICK UP ANY FUTURE TITLES!"

Tommy Parker: Destiny Will Find You!
Anthony Ormond
9+

"Ormond trained initially as a lawyer, but his insight into the ways of children and their interactions is sharp, fresh and most assured. In this first novel, Tommy is given a pen from his grandfather, which seems nothing out of the ordinary until Tommy is told of the history of the pen, and of what it can do. From there on, Tommy and his friends are pulled into a series of adventures involving time travel, danger and a most unpleasant organisation. Ormond's observations and ability tell an exciting yarn are very convincing; this alone, aside from the subject matter and ideas exploited in the book, will be enough to have the reader turning pages without wishing to put the book down. The end of the book appears to set the stage for at least one sequel, and if Ormond's talent at writing anything to go by, I and many others will be racing to the shops to pick up any future titles!"

Rudolf Loewenstein
The School Librarian (Winter 2014)

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BOOK REVIEW: "AN EXCEPTIONAL FIRST NOVEL WHICH IS HIGHLY ENTERTAINING..."

The Liars' and Fibbers' Academy
Laura Foakes
9+ years

"When Danny Quinn truthfully tells everyone that a stray dog is the reincarnation of his older sister, his mother takes to her bed. Dany is sent to the Liars and Fibbers Academy where he meets Derek, who insists she's a mermaid. They are the only children at the school, which has no teachers.

This is a wonderfully quirky read, which has lots of humour and depth. There is a great cast of characters sich as Danny's granny, Lydia who does head standing yoga and belly dancing, and Miss Balalaika from Petersburg who lives upstairs with her Arthur (arthritis), eats Chum dog food, and looks out for Danny with her cries of 'Oi Vey'. The narrative rattles along, diving into Inigus' past as a mud lark and turd collector for a tannery in Victorian England. There is wit and originality in the writing which swooshes the reader from past to present and then into a further dimension. Underlying the fast paced action is the unfurling story of two children struggling to cope with bereavement and with the guil they carry from feeling they were responsible for their loved ones' deaths.

This is an exceptional first novel which is highly entertaining; it also addresses the burden of self blame which many children carry."

Sophie Smiley

The School Librarian (Winter 2014)

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A TERRIFIC REVIEW

Books Monthly is celebrating 15 years on the web with a Christmas guide extravaganza! One of their recommended reads/gifts is our very own See You in September. A big thanks to them for this review:


"This is one of those wonderful "bucket list" type of books where you don't know whether to laugh or cry. Joanne's story is heartbreaking yet, through it all there is a serenity, a search for happiness and joy that transcends every other consideration. If you didn't know she had a terminal illness, her account of the family trek around Europe would be inspirational enough, hilarious at times, desperate at times, yet the knowledge doesn't cloud the vision - of a determined woman who wanted to spend her last precious times with her family. Absolutely terrific."

Books Monthly

The perfect stocking filler, this book is available now.