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  • Action and magic in Under Earth

    Tuesday, August 27, 2019

    Look out for battles at sea, hidden enemies and a destiny to fulfill in the latest book by ELLEN RENNER! UNDER EARTH is the follow-up to STORM WITCH, when Storm discovered she had been gifted special powers.

  • BBC plans Michael Morpurgo animation

    Thursday, August 22, 2019

    The BBC is planning an animated adaptation of Michael Morpurgo's story Mimi and the Mountain Dragon, with the production based on the original illustrations by Emily Gravett. It will be broadcast during the Christmas break.

  • Funniest books for children

    Tuesday, August 20, 2019

    Most children say that they want books that will make them laugh, so don't miss the 2020 Laugh Out Loud (The Lollies) shortlist which highlights this year's funniest books for children.

  • Encouraging teenagers to read

    Tuesday, August 20, 2019

    Scottish Book Trust has launched a new app to encourage young people in early secondary years to read for pleasure - both regular readers and more reluctant readers.

  • This dog is on a mission!

    Friday, August 2, 2019

    Cosmo needs plenty of bacon, some smooth dance moves, and a big heart if he's to stop his family from falling apart. Luckily, Cosmo is a Golden Retriever and he has all of these and more! Author CARLIE SOROSIAK tells us more about I, COSMO.

  • A magical island with a secret past

    Sunday, July 21, 2019

    Look out for magical candles, a powerful sorceress and the terrifying Soulstalkers in this packed adventure story, THE LOST TIDE WARRIORS - the follow-up to THE STORM KEEPER'S ISLAND. Author CATHERINE DOYLE tells us more!

  • The glamour of the 1920s!

    Sunday, July 21, 2019

    JACQUELINE WILSON returns to the past in DANCING THE CHARLESTON, which is set in the 1920's - look out for glamour, dancing - and a mystery! Author JACQUELINE WILSON tells us more!

  • Like gaming? You'll love these adventures!

    Sunday, July 21, 2019

    Like gaming? Then you'll love the new REALM QUEST fantasy series from TOM HUDDLESTON, drawn from the Warhammer worlds. In the second book, Lair of the Skaven, children battle dangerous creatures to rescue their master.