Category: Picture Book

Blue Badger And The Beautiful Berry by Huw Lewis and Ben Sanders

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Berries are red.  Berries are blue.

What if another badger wants them all too?

Who knows what you might find in the berry bushes?

Follow Badger as he searches for answers, happiness … and the meaning of life.

BLUE BADGER AND THE BEAUTIFUL BERRY was released in the United Kingdom on 9th February 2023.  Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.

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Ella And The Waves by Britta Teckentrup

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Ella sits alone in her little boat, struggling to find the courage to set sail.  But then a white bird breaks through the clouds, bringing with it light and the promise of hope.

A beautiful and timely story about turning fear into courage.

ELLA AND THE WAVES was released in the United Kingdom on 4th August 2022.  Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.

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Speak Out, Leonard! By Jessie James and Tamara Angeón

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Speak out, Leonard!

It’s a normal school day for Leonard and the other Shrew children.  But some days, Leonard can be a bit shy and finds it difficult to speak up.  And today is one of those days.

When little Leonard sees his friend being picked on in the playground, can he find the courage to speak out and save the day?

Come on, you can do it.  Speak out, Leonard!

Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.

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You Need To Chill by Juno Dawson

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Sometimes people say to me: “What happened to your brother Bill?”

That’s when I look them in the eye and say: “Hun, you need to chill.”

When Bill can’t be found at school one day, the imaginations of the other children run wild.  

Is he on holiday?

Is he lost in the park?

Has he been eaten by a shark?!

It’s up to Bill’s sister to explain …

YOU NEED TO CHILL was released in the United Kingdom on 1st September 2022.  Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.

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Adventures With Finn and Skip: Bird by Brendan Kearney

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Finn and his dog, Skip, are exploring the skies on a hang glider, when a flock of swans steals their map!  As they set off on a mission to get it back, they uncover what’s going on in the skies.

Follow Finn and Skip as they learn how they can help keep the air clean and look after the birds that call it home …

They are happy to help where they can.  What can you do?

ADVENTURES WITH FINN AND SKIP: BIRD was released in the United Kingdom on 4th August 2022.  Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.

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My Little Dragon by Rochelle Humes

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Yummy, yummy in my tummy!

Meet Blake and his secret animal friends …

It can be tricky looking after magical creatures all on your own – especially when one of them is a very hungry dragon!

Will Blake find the perfect treat to help his picky dragon grow big and strong?

A reassuring little adventure to help make mealtimes fun. 

MY LITTLE DRAGON was released in the United Kingdom on 13th October 2022.  Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.

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Our Tower by Joseph Coelho and Richard Johnson

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And then we’ll all see

The beauty of Our Tower

And together we’ll all remember

Our own deep hidden power.

Three friends feel the call of the wild whipping past their high windows.  They creep out of their block, in search of adventure, only to find that the magic of the ancient forest is not so different from the magic right at home, in their Tower.  

OUR TOWER was released in the United Kingdom on 2nd August 2022.  Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.

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My Perfect Cabin by Emmanuelle Mardesson & Sarah Loulendo

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Lucile is on a search for her perfect cabin so she sets off on an exciting trip around the world, looking for ideas.  Travelling from the forests of Sweden to the comfort of snowy Siberia and the enchanting caves in Turkey, will Lucile find her dream home?

A stunning book that shows how people live around the world, while presenting the beauty of our planet.

MY PERFECT CABIN was released in the United Kingdom on 7th April 2022.  Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.

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Mr Men Little Miss – Worries by Roger Hargreaves

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Discover more about you with the Mr Men and Little Miss

A new series to encourage children to understand more about their own emotions and how to manage them with the help of the Mr Men and Little Miss.

A book about feeling anxious.

MR MEN LITTLE MISS – WORRIES was released in the United Kingdom on 4th August 2022.  Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.

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Mr Men Little Miss – Try Again by Roger Hargreaves

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Discover more about you with the Mr Men and Little Miss

A new series to encourage children to understand more about their own emotions and how to manage them with the help of the Mr Men and Little Miss.

A book about resilience.

MR MEN LITTLE MISS – TRY AGAIN was released in the United Kingdom on 4th August 2022.  Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.

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Find Out About Worries by Mandy Archer

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Worries

Everybody worries sometimes, but it’s important to talk about how you are feeling.

FIND OUT ABOUT: WORRIES was released in the United Kingdom on 4th August 2022.  Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.

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Lost In The City by Alice Courtley

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Maya and Gran are off on an adventure to the big city … but what about their kitten Sammy?

When Maya finds Sammy stowed away in her bag, she must be brave and look after him.

A fast-paced search-and-find chase through the city, proving no one is too small for adventure!

LOST IN THE CITY was released in the United Kingdom on 4th August 2022. Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.

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Mr Men Little Miss – All Different by Roger Hargreaves

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Discover more about You with the Mr Men and the Little Miss.

A new series to encourage children to understand more about their own emotions and how to manage them with the help of the Mr Men and Little Miss.

MR MEN LITTLE MISS ALL DIFFERENT was released in the United Kingdom on 4th August 2022.  Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.

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Mr Men Little Miss – Be Kind by Roger Hargreaves

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Discover more about You with the Mr Men and the Little Miss.

A new series to encourage children to understand more about their own emotions and how to manage them with the help of the Mr Men and Little Miss.

MR MEN LITTLE MISS BE KIND was released in the United Kingdom on 4th August 2022.  Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.

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Mr Men Little Miss – Go To School by Roger Hargreaves

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It’s the first day of school and LITTLE MISS TINY is very excited!  There is so much to learn and so many new friends to make.

Step in to LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE’S classroom and join all your favourite MR MEN and LITTLE MISS for a busy day at school! 

MR MEN LITTLE MISS GO TO SCHOOL was released in the United Kingdom on 7th July 2022.  Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.

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Pick A Story: A Pirate + Alien + Jungle Adventure by Sarah Coyle and Adam Walker-Parker

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Hey, you!

Yes … YOU!

You have been chosen for an important mission.

Vincent’s dog, Trouble, has disappeared and he needs YOUR HELP.

Has Trouble been stolen by aliens?  Pilfered by pirates?  Or wandered deep into the jungle?

It’s up to you to decide!

Discover not one but THREE fun-filled worlds in this PICK A STORY adventure.  Packed with hilarious characters, super-silly scenarios and decisions to make on every page, you won’t want to put it down! 

PICK A STORY – A PIRATE + ALIEN + JUNGLE ADVENTURE was released in the United Kingdom on 4th August 2022.  Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.

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ABC Pride by Dr Elly Barnes and Louie Stowell

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ABC Pride

Young readers can learn their ABCs while discovering the fabulous world of Pride!  Simple definitions and colourful illustrations are paired to make learning the alphabet fun and inclusive.  

ABC PRIDE was released in the United Kingdom on 2nd June 2022.  Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.

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JoJo & Gran Gran Go To The Hairdresser by Pat-A-Cake Books

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JoJo & Gran Gran

JoJo has never been to the hairdresser so she’s very excited to be going with Gran Gran today.  She gets to help out – and even have her own hair styled, too!

JOJO & GRAN GRAN GO TO THE HAIRDRESSER was released in the United Kingdom on 12th May 2022.  Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.

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Ten Minutes To Bed Little Fairy by Rhiannon Fielding and Chris Chatterton

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Poppy the fairy has very small wings, but that won’t stop her flying!

When a lost gnome needs her help, can Poppy fly to the rescue and still get to sleep on time?

This bestselling series is the perfect way to help little ones settle down for bedtime.

TEN MINUTES TO BED LITTLE FAIRY was released in the United Kingdom on 12th May 2022.  Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book

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Mr Men And Little Miss: The Royal Party by Roger Hargreaves and Adam Hargreaves

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Mr Men Little Miss

The Royal Party

Little Miss Helpful is organising a very special party.  A street party with Little Miss Princess as the guest of honour, no less!

But Little Miss Helpful isn’t as good at organising things as her name would suggest and so it isn’t long before things start to go wrong, especially once Little Miss Naughty gets involved!

MR MEN & LITTLE MISS – THE ROYAL PARTY was released in the United Kingdom on 28th April 2022.  Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.

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Big Sister: Ruby And The New Baby by Fiona Munro

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Ruby is used to being the centre of attention, until a baby brother comes along!

At first, she can’t wait to make friends with the new arrival – but Raj isn’t old enough to play yet.  And Ruby isn’t sure she likes having to share her mum and dad with a little brother.  Then, the incident with the bear happens …

This book is perfect for little ones who are about to get a new sibling.  

BIG SISTER – RUBY AND THE NEW BABY was released in the United Kingdom on 6th January 2022.  Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.

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Mr Men and Little Miss Happy Eid by Roger Hargreaves and Adam Hargreaves

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The Mr Men and Little MIss are celebrating Eid!

At the end of Ramadan, there will be a wonderful celebration with music, presents and a huge feast.  The perfect opportunity for Little Miss Splendid to wear her most splendid hat and for Mr Greedy to wear his biggest napkin! 

MR MEN AND LITTLE MISS – HAPPY EID was released in the United Kingdom on 31st March 2022.  Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book

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Big Words For Little People: Our World by Helen Mortimer and Cristina Trapanese

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Have you ever thought about how special our world is?

This book will help you understand our planet by giving you the everyday words to talk about taking care of the world and each other.  

BIG WORDS FOR LITTLE PEOPLE: OUR WORLD was released in the United Kingdom on 6th January 2022.  Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.

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Gretel The Wonder Mammoth by Kim Hillyard

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One Tuesday morning, a loud CRACK sounds, and Gretel, the last mammoth on earth, breaks free from the ice! As she settles into her exciting new life, Gretel starts to feel overwhelmed and a little bit lonely …

This positive picture book from the award-winning Kim Hillyard teaches young readers that perhaps the bravest act a person (or mammoth!) can do is ask for help.

GRETEL THE WONDER MAMMOTH was released in the United Kingdom on 3rd March 2022.  Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.

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Anansi And The Golden Pot by Taiye Selasi

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”Allow me to introduce myself.” But he needed no introduction.

“Anansi the spider!” said Anansi the boy.  “The tales were true!”

Kweku has grown up hearing stories about the mischievous spider, Anansi.  Kweku’s father gave him the nickname Anansi because of his similarly cheeky ways.

On a holiday to visit his beloved Nana in Ghana, Anansi the boy meets Anansi the spider who shows him a magical pot that can be filled with whatever he wants.  Will he learn to share this wonderful gift? 

ANANSI AND THE GOLDEN POT was released in the United Kingdom on 6th January 2022.  Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book

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