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Tag: Alex Latimer

Books Ahoy!

August 23, 2019August 23, 20192 Comments

This blog post has a sea-faring theme with a selection of books for readers of all ages about pirates, the sea, and the creatures who live in it. ‘Lula and the Sea Monster’ by Alex Latimer (OUP) Lula lives by the beach in her beautiful family home and she loves it. She loves looking for … Continue reading Books Ahoy!

Mind Your Manners

January 26, 2019August 17, 20191 Comment

It can be a constant battle trying to persuade young children to remember their manners. One of these three picture books may just help make things a little easier. Good luck!     ‘Wild Violet’ by Alex Latimer, illustrated by Patrick Latimer (Pavilion Books) Violet was born wild and, despite people’s assurances to the contrary, … Continue reading Mind Your Manners

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