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It's my pleasure to kick off the blog tour for A PLACE OF A THOUSAND WISHES by @sarahmerrett1.bsky.social - a tale of magic, evil and a boy who makes the world's BEST ice cream. @everywithwords.bsky.social #UKKidsLit #KidsLitUK scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/06/02/a...

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#SundayMorningBookChat this week is classics we haven’t read! I recently wrote a blog after reading Stig of the dump.What classics have you never read or do you feel pressure to read? What classics are your favourite - (I’ve probably never read them.) tomsbookcorner.wordpress.com/2025/05/30/b...

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The Woodland Badger by @hollywebb.bsky.social is another gentle yet inspiring animal story that will encourage children to use their voice to protect wildlife. Perfect for Year 2+, it's definitely one for classroom libraries. @littletigeruk.bsky.social scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/05/31/t...

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I've read this and highly recommend it! It's so captivating and completely unique.

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The Elixir by @lindsaygalvin.bsky.social is everything you’d hope for from this master of magical historical fiction all wrapped up in an accessible @barringtonstoke.bsky.social package. scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/05/30/t...

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IT’S PUBLICATION DAY! A Place of a Thousand Wishes is out in the world today and is looking beautiful. Please join me on my blog tour for some exclusive posts and reviews. My huge thanks to the wonderful bloggers hosting the tour:

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How to Roller Skate with One Leg is the heartwarming story of Y8 Maya who is learning to cope with the loss of her leg after an accident. She has big dreams and won’t let anything get in her way! @EllaRoseDove.bsky.social @Hachettechildrens.bsky.social scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/05/25/h...

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It’s my stop on the blog tour for Shevolution by #LouTreleaven & #PetraBraun. Travel through history with inspiring women who changed the world. My stop highlights artist Shin Saimdang. #JoinTheShevolution #ScholasticUK #UKKidsLit #KidsLitUK scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/05/25/s...

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I couldn't resist Hero the Highway Girl! It is completely captivating with unforgettable characters and a brilliant adventure. Coming in September, this is sure to be one of my top books of 2025! @fireflypress.bsky.social @pennychrimes.bsky.social scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/05/21/h...

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EPIC FACTOPIA is the 8th book in this fascinating series packed full of incredible information. Discover the thrilling extremes of our world through vivid illustrations and unique connections. #RoseDavidson #AndySmith #WhatOnEarthBooks #BritannicaBooks scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/05/21/e...

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Welcome one and all to tonight's #ukteenchat, featuring the fabulous @ianhcreates.bsky.social Have your questions at the ready and give us a wave if you’re here 🙋‍♀️ Remember to use the # so your questions don't get missed 😀

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Not long to go! 😁@finlaysonpalmer.bsky.social #kidlit #ukteenchat #writing #fyncarter

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Catching up on some books from further down my reading pile - The Bletchley Riddle is a fantastic story of spies, code breaking and secrets. Definitely one to add to a WW2 book collection. @rocktheboatnews.bsky.social scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/05/20/t...

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My #PictureBookFriday is Follow the Swallow by Julia Donaldson & Thomas Docherty - a delightful story of seasonal change and friendship. This is one for the summer term. @farshorebooks.bsky.social

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Dance of Resistance is a brilliant work of narrative non-fiction. Readers Y5+ will be inspired by this story of defiance, determination and following your dreams. @catwrote.bsky.social @barringtonstoke.bsky.social September 2025 scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/05/16/d...

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The Invisibles by @susiebower.bsky.social is wonderfully magical and completely engaging. This is sure to be one of my favourites of 2025 and whole heartedly recommended for a long time to come. @pushkinchildrens.bsky.social Coming 5th June 2025 scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/05/14/t...

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Publishing 22 May 2025, The Maps and Flags Book is must-have non-fiction for KS2 classrooms. Young geographers will be so engaged by the vibrant colours and fascinating facts! @busterbooks.bsky.social #JoeFullman scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/05/13/t...

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Valley of Vikings by @lizkessler.bsky.social is a brilliant fantasy adventure starring the wonderful "semi-mer" Emily Windsnap. @zephyrbooks.bsky.social @laurasmythepr.bsky.social #UKKidsLit #KidsLitUK scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/05/13/v...

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Today is the start of the blog tour for ‘Fyn Carter and the Legends from Atlantis’, and the first stop is a lovely one by Kate! ☺️ Many thanks, Kate! #FynCarter #BlogTour #Kidlit #Middlegradebooks #Childrensbooks

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Today I'm kicking off the blog tour for #FynCarter and the Legends from Atlantis - the second exciting sci-fi fantasy from @ianhcreates.bsky.social scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/05/12/f...

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It's the perfect publication day for Shrapnel Boys by @J_C_Pearson. Funny, touching, full of empathy and brilliant characters, this is the 2025 must-have story of war and survival. #Usborne @frithal.bsky.social #VEDay80 #UKKidsLit #KidsLitUK scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/03/12/s...

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The magic of a forgotten woodland comes to life in this beautiful graphic novel by #KengoKurimoto. #Wildful allows readers to explore grief and the healing power of nature. Publishing tomorrow: 8.5.25 @pushkinchildrens.bsky.social #UKKidsLit #KidsLitUK

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Morning! Bank holiday #SundayMorningBookChat which stand-alone book would you love a sequel for… get tagging the authors… it might be the nudge they need 😂 mine would be Orion Lost by @alastairc.com one of my favourite sci-fi children’s books ever!

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The Abandoned Theatre is a highly-imaginative, thrilling portal mystery for older middle grade readers. Written by @drobertsonbooks.bsky.social & published by #JHPChildren'sBooks #UKKidsLit #KidsLitUK scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/05/07/t...

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Wendington Jones and the Lost Legacy by Daniel Dockery is a thrilling historical mystery with links to the Russian Revolution. This perilous tale will keep you guessing! MG/Teen Out now! @uclanpublishing.bsky.social #UKKidsLit #KidsLitUK

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Wild is a beautiful picture book by the incredibly talented Katya Balen & Gill Smith. With real 'October, October' vibes,this is a must have for primary teachers and parents. Available now. #PictureBookFriday #UKKidsLit #KidsLitUK @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/05/02/w...

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I absolutely adored Alice with a Why by Anna James! Overflowing with nostalgia, it is sure to delight readers young and old. Coming 19th June 2025 from @harpercollins.bsky.social @acaseforbooks.bsky.social @netgalley.bsky.social #UKKidsLit #KidsLitUK scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/05/01/a...

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Make the final push to SATs easier with the Developing Reading Comprehension Skills series for Key Stage 2: rich vocabulary, SATs style questions and the highest quality of texts. 5% off - buy 4 on Amazon. 10% off from Brilliant Publications - code bp25. scopeforimagination.co.uk/2021/11/17/d...

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Exploring climate change from a new perspective, Fishfolk is a tale of loss, hope, magic and truth. Set in an ancient world where the sea is taking over the land, a family tries to make sense of darkness and find their way out of extinction. Steven Quincey-Jones @fireflypress.bsky.social

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#OwningIt published by @faberchildrens.bsky.social is an essential purchase for both primary and secondary school teachers. 22 authors share their own experiences of growing up disabled with honesty and strength. Reading this book will leave you changed. scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/04/22/o...

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Project Pony is a lovely story of family. Natalie doesn't like the idea of her mum having a boyfriend - she's worried she'll be left out. Maybe taking Mum to an "Own Your Own Pony Week" will remind her that horses and Natalie are all she needs. Coming 1 May Camilla Chester @fireflypress.bsky.social

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Wolf Mountain is the beautiful sequel to @profaliceroberts.bsky.social 's Wolf Road. Rich detail and gorgeous illustrations by Keith Robinson bring history to life. @simonandschuster.bsky.social

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Captivating readers from the very first page, Oliver's Great Big Universe: Volcanoes are Hot! is a brilliant illustrated diary-style romp through STEM based humour. Perfect for age 7+, it will have children queuing for a turn to read it. Jorge Cham Simon and Schuster Kids UK #UKKidsLit #KidsLitUK

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It's delightful to be back in the creative worlds of Martin Stewart with a new series - Sandy Fin: Operation Splash Landing. Coming in June 2025, this underwater adventure will excite readers age 8+. @ZephyrBooks.bsky.social @edpr.bsky.social #UKKidsLit scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/04/20/s...

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People Like Stars by Patrice Lawrence is a compelling contemporary story for readers age 9+. Exploring the importance of truth and the connections we have with others, it is difficult to put down! Scholastic UK #KidsLitUK #UKKidsLit scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/04/20/p...

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A huge thank you to @ianhcreates.bsky.social for such a fantastic proof package! I’m really looking forward to reading Fyn Carter and the Legends from Atlantis.

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Cruise Ship Kid: Thief at Sea is a completely charming new MG detective series by Emma Swan & Katie Saunders. This is sure to be one of my favourites of 2025 - I know so many kids who will love it! Thank you Usborne & Fritha Lindqvist scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/04/18/c...

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Journey back to Greenwild for the brilliant finale of this epic environmental adventure! The Forest in the Sky takes Daisy and Max on a perilous quest to find the truth about their families. #PariThomson & #ElisaPaganelli @macmillankidsuk.bsky.social scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/04/17/g...

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Join Sally & Bridget as they continue their adventures in New York. Sally and the Lost Photograph by #JudiCurtin is a delightful sequel of hope, acceptance and care. Thank you #OBrienPress #discoveririshkidsbooks #UKKidLit #KidLitUK scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/04/16/s...

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My Name is Samim by Fidan Meikle is a powerfully honest story of life as a refuge. Samim's journey from Afganistan to the UK takes more bravery than most of us could ever imagine. @florisbooks.bsky.social #UKKidLit #BookSky scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/04/16/m...

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The teen adaptation of Philippa Gregory’s Normal Women Making History for 900 Years is absolutely outstanding-a must-read for secondary history teachers and students alike. My daughter has taken it to read alongside her studies. @farshorebooks.bsky.social scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/04/15/n...

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Books from @barringtonstoke.bsky.social just keep getting better. These four from @jasbinderbilan.bsky.social, @lesleyparr.bsky.social, @lthompsonwrites.bsky.social & @pierstorday.bsky.social encourage empathy, compassion and hope in young readers. scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/04/15/m...

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Dragonborn is the first in a fiery new series by @struan-murray.bsky.social I couldn’t put it down! @puffinbooksuk.bsky.social Coming in May 2025 #UKKidLit #KidLitUK scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/04/11/d...

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