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You’ll find book reviews here of everyone from Angela Brazil to Tyra Banks, alongside deep dives on the girls’ boarding school story and the world of literature and libraries. I hope you enjoy what you find!
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An introduction to Children's Literature by Peter Hunt
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The Carnegie longlist is out
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8 ways to handle difficult books
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Vegetarians / vegetarianism in children’s fiction
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16 ways to help yourself and your child make the best of your public library, books and reading
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Merry Christmas
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54 places to begin with when thinking about children’s and young adult literature
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The Follyfoot Collection : Monica Dickens
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First Pages: Cowgirl by G.R Gemin
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Cherry Cake And Ginger Beer : Jane Brocket
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