2023
Lullaby for the King by Nikki Grimes & Michelle Carlos
Lullaby for the King is a sumptuous, richly illustrated, lyrical picture book that follows a variety of birds and animals, some more familiar than others, as they travel to Bethlehem with gifts for a newborn king.
Peace on Earth by Smriti Halls & David Litchfield
Peace on Earth is a beautifully illustrated, lyrical picture book which conveys a message of hope and reconciliation. It’s a wonderful book to help young children understand and acknowledge the differing emotions evoked as part of friendship and can also help them find ways to resolve their own conflicts.
Santa’s Marvellous Mechanical Workshop by Vashti Hardy & Katie Cottle
We were really intrigued by the title, Santa’s Marvellous Mechanical Workshop, and had to read more! Lonely Lily is magically pulled into a Christmas adventure at Santa’s workshop. But will helping Santa also lead to her Christmas wish coming true?
Monsters at Christmas by Laura Baker & Nina Dzyvulska
Monsters at Christmas is a vibrant picture book which introduces readers to festive preparations – monster style!
KID CHRISTMAS of the CLAUS BROTHERS TOY SHOP by David Litchfield
KID CHRISTMAS of the CLAUS BROTHERS TOY SHOP is a heartwarming story of kindness and generosity sprinkled with a big dose of magic and festive cheer.
Milly McCarthy is a Complete Catastrophe / Milly McCarthy and the Irish Dancing Disaster by Leona Forde & Karen Harte
Ten year old Milly McCarthy lives in Cork with her mam and dad, younger brothers Ryan and Zack and her baby sister. She’s a lovable, confident, feisty character and her adventures make us laugh.
Little Mole Gives Thanks by Glenys Nellist & Sally Garland
Little Mole Gives Thanks is the beautifully illustrated, heartwarming story of Little Mole’s fancy feast. The perfect story to read at Thanksgiving, it celebrates friendship and the love shared between family and friends over a thoughtfully prepared meal.
Diwali in my New Home by Shachi Kaushik & Aishwarya Tandon
Diwali in my New Home is the heartwarming story of how Priya and her family find a different way to celebrate Diwali in their new home, thousands of miles away from family and friends in India.
A Mind Like Mine by Rachael Davis & Islenia Mill
A MIND LIKE MINE takes a look at twenty one famous people, past and present, who have lived with or are living with various mental health conditions. They come from a range of diverse backgrounds and have achieved success in sport, science, politics and the arts.
Blog tour: Cotton Cloud Refuses to Rain by Elizabeth F. Hill & Hannah George
We’re delighted to join the Cotton Cloud Refuses to Rain blog tour. This beautifully illustrated picture book about the water cycle is intertwined with the theme of empathy and highlights the impact that the interplay between different weather elements has on our everyday lives.
