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Roswell Johnson Saves the World!
Name: Margaret Pemberton
19 August 2024;Genre: Science Fiction
What a fantastic read for all of those who are fans of classic science fiction. Roswell is an 11-year-old America boy, named after the so-called alien crash of 1947 in a town of that name. He has grown up with a fascination for space, thanks to his father who had told him tales of seeing space...
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Little Guides to Nature: Hello Fossils and Shells
Name: Jane Rew
19 August 2024;Genre: Environment & Nature
Glance at the common features of all four books in this series and the librarian/teacher/book-buying parent will soon be persuaded to invest: Helpful hardback format suited to taking outdoors, as is their fit into a rucksack pocket; Quality paper for durability; Stylish and colourful illustrat...
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These stolen lives
Name: Ophelia McCluskey Gahan
19 August 2024;Genre: Dystopian
These Stolen Lives is a relevant and captivating dystopian thriller that taps into and explores timeless issues faced by society. It describes a world torn by race and the need for profit where you must pay for your life. After surviving the Skol invasion, Mora experien...
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Let ME Do It!
Name: Amanda Shipton
16 August 2024;Genre: Family & Home
'Let me do it' is a phrase heard by every parent and said by every child at some point as they develop their independence. This humorous story follows what happens as Teddy starts to do more for himself. The mess and havoc that is caused will be relatable for adult and children alike. <...
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Let Sleeping Gods Lie
Name: Hayley Summerfield
16 August 2024;Genre: Myths & Legends
Thiago De Moraes has brought us another brilliant instalment of Trixie De Santos in Let Sleeping Gods Lie. This hugely entertaining story celebrates different cultures and highlights the importance of family bonds. Trixie is back, and just when she thou...
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Ettie and the Midnight Pool
Name: Jo Clarke
16 August 2024;Genre: Adventure
Rich in atmosphere and intrigue, Ettie and the Midnight Pool takes the reader on a chilling adventure. Ettie has lived with her grandmother since her mother left her to travel the world. Grandma lives a life of self-sufficiency; there is no mention of TVs, mobile phones or int...
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Murder on a Summer Break
Name: Ruth Cornish
16 August 2024;Genre: Suspense & Thrillers
Murder On A Summer Break is an excellent follow-up to the breakthrough novel, Murder On A School Night by Kate Weston. This page-turning mystery provides another welcome contemporary crime novel for older teenagers and young adult...
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Mariana and the Merchild
Name: Sue Wilsher
16 August 2024;Genre: Myths & Legends
An old lady name Mariana lives alone in a hut by the sea. Although she longs to befriend them, the village children run from her. One day, after a terrible storm, Mariana finds a crab in a rock pool which she takes home. Inside, she finds a beautiful merchild and instantly loves her. The villa...
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The Boy Who Painted The World
Name: Wendy Kelly
16 August 2024;Genre: Personal Growth
A lovely book, masquerading as a story, which is actually written to encourage you to let your inner artist out. The boy in the story is an accidental artist. He knocks paint over and is anxious about making a mess but luckily the helpful paintbrushes are on hand to encourage him to loo...
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The Night Whale
Name: Maria Faithorn
16 August 2024;Genre: Family & Home
The first thing that strikes you with this tale is the wonderful, colourful illustrations which are as magical as the story itself. The Night Whale is a story of dreams, imagination and touches on the concept of loss. The story begins with a child and her Nana on the h...
