I have given each of my recommendations for children an age suggestion. These are of course approximate. Please also have a look at younger or older categories.

by Tom Palmer
With WWII finally over, three boys are among 300 children who have been brought from Europe to the peace and safety of England's Lake District.
Review date: 12.08.20
Age recommendation: 8+
by Jewell Parker Rhodes
A stunning book for young readers. Powerful, challenging and incredibly sad, as this explores racism in the US.
Review date: 10.02.18
Age recommendation: 9-13
by Lesley Parr
A wonderfully nostalgic adventure, with the miners strikes of the 1970s as a backdrop.
Review date: 16.01.23
Age recommendation: 9+
by Tim Peake Steve Cole
Humour, action and inventiveness with feisty and engaging characters, in a scientific, interplanetary, futuristic adventure.
Review date: 09.09.21
Age recommendation: 9+
by Jenny Pearson
A funny, heartwarming time slip adventure where children are tasked with saving Christmas.
Review date: 05.11.23
Age recommendation: 7+
by Jenny Pearson
A fabulous adventure in Scotland searching for Loch Ness with a young boy whose dealing with the monsters in his own tragic story. Amazingly funny and uplifting while also dealing with grief, loss and uncertainty.
Review date: 29.03.23
Age recommendation: 9+
by Paola Peretti
A charming, poignant tale of a young girl who is facing the loss of her sight.
Review date: 03.10.18
Age recommendation: 8+
by Helen Peters
A nostalgic story of boarding school capers, ghostly goings-on in a wartime setting, based on real events. Brilliant!
Review date: 06.07.23
Age recommendation: 9+
by Terry Pratchett
A collection of quirky and inventive short stories from the late, great, storyteller, Terry Pratchett. Illustrated by Mark Beech.
Review date: 07.12.20
Age recommendation: 7+
by Iona Rangeley and David Tazzyman
A wry, funny and charming story about a penguin on a mission - perfect for the whole family to enjoy.
Review date: 23.12.21
Age recommendation: 7+
by Onjali Q. Rauf
A beautifully told story of believing in a star, but with the backdrop of domestic abuse, grief and foster care.
Review date: 16.05.20
Age recommendation: 9+
by Malcolm Rose
A massive explosion destroys the south of England, but one boy is saved and his damaged body is rebuilt.
Age recommendation: 9+
by Helen Rutter
Billy wants to be a stand-up comic but he's got a stammer. It can take him a long time to get to the punchline. Wonderfully funny and affirming.
Review date: 05.02.21
Age recommendation: 8+
by Louis Sacher
Bradley tells lies and his teachers refer him to a counsellor to deal with his behaviour problems.
Age recommendation: 7+
by Helen Scales Illustrated by Lisa Feng
Beautifully illustrated and packed with information on the history, environment, wildlife and science behind one of the wonders of the world, this is a fabulous guide and call to action.
Review date: 09.09.21
Age recommendation: 7+
by Varsha Shah Illustrated by Sonia Albert
Ajay longs to be a reporter, but he's a 13-year-old boy fending for himself in the slums of Mumbai. A story of ambition and determination.
Review date: 22.05.22
Age recommendation: 8+
by Nick Sheridan
A fun, informative and interactive guide to coping with 24/7 news, tips on becoming a reporter, plus much more!
Review date: 28.12.21
Age recommendation: 8+
by Ally Sherrick
Set in wartime Suffolk, steeped in the myths of the Sutton Hoo finds, this is a story of friendship, courage, superstition and faith.
Review date: 25.09.18
Age recommendation: 8+
by Ally Sherrick
A story of violence, cruelty and betrayal, while also celebrating courage, loyalty and friendship. Stunning!
Review date: 17.04.18
Age recommendation: 8+
by Robin Stevens
The first in a new series to follow on from the hugely popular Murder Most Unladylike series.
Review date: 12.10.22
Age recommendation: 8+

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