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Tag: Matty Long

Something bookish this way comes….

October 19, 2025Leave a comment

Welcome readers, to my annual round up of all things Halloweenish as we approach the spookiest day of the year! Don’t Tickle the Skeleton! by Sam Taplin, illustrated by Ana Larrañaga ‘You'd better not tickle the skeleton... because it might just rattle if you do!Babies and toddlers just won't be able to resist tickling the … Continue reading Something bookish this way comes….

First Chapter Book Update

January 18, 2025Leave a comment

There are so many wonderful first chapter books for readers who are seeking something a little wordier alongside their picture books. Although there really is something for everyone, there are some key components that most titles in this format share: Highly-illustrated Larger print Clear text layout Tonnes of fun! These are some of the books … Continue reading First Chapter Book Update

Happy Halloween!

October 27, 2020October 27, 2020Leave a comment

As the night’s draw in and the weather turns chillier, my thoughts always turn to snuggling up under a blanket with a good book. Halloween is a great time to find a new favourite read - whether magical or spooky so I’m bringing you some of the newest choices around. ‘Mirabelle Gets Up to Mischief,’ … Continue reading Happy Halloween!

Further Fabulous First Chapter Books

May 23, 2020May 23, 20206 Comments

It would seems that people  are always looking for new first chapter books for readers who are looking for some that’s still highly-illustrated and engaging, but also a little wordier. Fear not, I have a brand new selection of titles which might just fit the bill! If you still more suggestions, click here. These would … Continue reading Further Fabulous First Chapter Books

‘Super Frozen Magic Forest,’ by Matty Long.

December 10, 2018August 17, 2019Leave a comment

A brand new wintry instalment in the sublimely fantastical Magic Forest series. Winter has fallen in the Magic Forest and its inhabitants are not happy - all the snow is ruining their prize-winning gardens.  It is decided (following advice from Gnomedalf) that a team of five brave heroes (consisting of a unicorn, a fairy, a … Continue reading ‘Super Frozen Magic Forest,’ by Matty Long.

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