Children's books, YA, fiction at its finest
As a huge fan of Giraffe's Can't Dance (and the rock 'n' rolling rhinos) I was very excited to find Whizzy Busy People waiting for me on my doormat. And it didn't disappoint. There's a lot to love about this book. It combines two of the things little people adore - spotting things, and Exciting... Continue Reading →
You know that feeling when you see a book and you get a thrill of excitement? When you have found something new and exciting and daring to be different. When you pick it up and read it and that thrill of excitement is transformed into butterflies as you realise that this book is truly something... Continue Reading →
Beth Cox and Alexandra Strick work together under the name Inclusive Minds. Inclusive minds is a collective for all those with an interest in children's books and diversity, equality and accessibility in children's literature and are committed to changing the face of children's books. Despite only running for a few months it is already gathering... Continue Reading →
This evening I am watching BBC Parliament. This is not something I do on the average Monday evening but tonight they are arguing about whether I should have the legal right to marry the woman I already call my wife. So far 3 amendments have already been defeated and positive progress towards equality is in... Continue Reading →
Continuing the spotlight on radical and inclusive books, we have a visit from Nik Gorecki, restorer of the Alliance of Radical Booksellers and creator of The Little Rebel Book Award? He is passionate, inspiring, and radical. He sees a gap and works to fill it. Read on and be inspired. 1. Firstly, could you tell... Continue Reading →
This book ticks all the boxes for me. It has a strong female animal character, it is quirky and clever, both in design and concept. It is a book that begs to be stroked, makes you smile and makes you think. Hans and Matilda was shortlisted for the Little Rebel Children's Book Award. Guest judge... Continue Reading →
In the first of my posts celebrating the world of radical and inclusive books, I am shining a sparkly spotlight on Letterbox Library. Letterbox Library is a not-for-profit children's bookseller celebrating equality and diversity. They have recently been involved with the London Radical Bookfair and ran the Little Rebel Children's Book Award on behalf of... Continue Reading →
Now, I love a book about a zoo. I get such a thrill of anticipation. Will I see a familiar face peeking out at me from one of the pages? Will there be horns aplenty? Or an appearance of my dear cousin Marashi, currently residing at Longleat Safari park? Sadly, there was not a rhino... Continue Reading →
It's no secret that I am passionate about books. I strongly believe that books play a vital part in finding and creating your identity. Picture books help children learn about themselves and their place in the world. The images they see in picture books help them make sense of the world - who is in... Continue Reading →
Sidney, Stella and the Moon is a book that I have been clutching and stroking and coming back to over and over in the last month. It really is gorgeous and has so much to offer our little people. Sidney and Stella are siblings who do not like to share. The book shows their journey... Continue Reading →
Rhino Reads 