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Welcome to the Best Bakery by Yue Zhang – Picture Book review

By georgieva.iskra / January 9, 2026

Welcome to the Best Bakery is a picture book that offers young readers an alternative perspective on the wolf. Aimed at early years and KS1, it tackles the themes of… Read More
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Murder at Christmas by Fleur Hitchcock

By georgieva.iskra / December 20, 2025

An atmospheric and dialogue-driven crime story that builds suspense from the very first page. Grace arrives at Auntie Mollie’s hotel to join her Mum and brother and celebrate Christmas. Mum… Read More
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Let It Snow by Anne Fine

By georgieva.iskra / November 27, 2025

Let It Snow brings two families – the Squirrels and the Hares caught in a snowstorm to find that friendship can blossom on the grounds of differences. On Christmas Eve,… Read More
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The Forever Bear by Lu Fraser

By georgieva.iskra / November 16, 2025

A bear story that captures the atmosphere of an old shop and the wish of a boy. It is Harry’s birthday, and he wishes for “a most particular kind of… Read More
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Rosa by Starlight by Hilary McKay

By georgieva.iskra / November 2, 2025

The 11-year-old orphan Rosa experiences magic and brings the streets of Venice to life. Rosa’s parents died in an accident, and an odd couple takes her care – her aunt… Read More
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Pumpkin Moon by Tim Preston

By georgieva.iskra / October 24, 2025

Pumpkin Moon is a story where the everyday meets the supernatural. Four children sit around the table at home, carving pumpkins and making costumes for October 31st – Halloween –… Read More

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