Book Review: The 13th Assistant Librarian
February 15, 2025
Oliver Wormwood is soon surprised to find this library is full of magic, unpredictable books, and lots of danger!
Oliver Wormwood is soon surprised to find this library is full of magic, unpredictable books, and lots of danger!
This is a fab graphic novel for any fan, sharing tales of determination, team play and inspiring the next generation of sportswomen.
Many books in the “emotions for kids” genre pitch their subject too cutesy, preachy or simplistic. Oziewicz and Zajac get it just right.
This was a super-silly, camp, pop-culture-referencing romp! First Cat, Moon Queen and Loz 4000 return for another out-of-this-world adventure
In the wake of the Chernobyl disaster, a young girl is forced to abandon her puppy, leaving it to face the elements in the exclusion zone.
A poignant exploration of a transitional age in which we learn that loss is as much a part of life as success.
Pullman’s propulsive storytelling works on so many levels and his nuanced, unforgettable characters burst off the page.
Patrick Ness makes his first foray into children’s fiction with this funny-yet-meaningful tale of Monitor Lizards settling into school.
Guided by their indomitable teachers, the girls venture into a Berlin-esque city and gather the clues they need to save the day. Good gravy!
I LOVED Seawitch, the third instalment in the Hedgewitch series. This cosy, magical story is a joyful and wholesome undersea adventure.
Meet literature’s most delightful amphibian odd couple! These stories are a pitch-perfect blend of gentle comedy and insightful observation.
Told in a series of vignettes, touches of magical realism give a sense of wonder and meaning to the smallest things.
These prompts encourage philosophers young and old to ponder life’s mysteries, and embrace the idea that not every question has an answer.
This is such a wonderful and heartfelt declaration of love for our natural world and a warm plea to work together to protect it.
Another jam-packed adventure story in the Crookhaven series that will leave you desperate to read what comes next!
This was a lovely read – the text is simple yet charming, perfect for children starting their reading journey.
This novel features great world-building and whimsical language – you can feel the wind on your face as the trio travels through their world.
This tale is full of sorrow and hope in equal measures – a reflection of anxiety but also a love letter to connection.
I adore everything K. O’Neill releases and this one was no different! A story of self-acceptance, community, and courage. I loved this!
This was an engrossing, moving, excellent kiwi coming-of-age-adventure. Funny, intriguing, moving- I loved it!
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