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Magical Books for Older Readers: September Selection (in: Books: children & YA)
Sep 26, 2024

As we move into Halloween time, HarperCollins Children's Books have four fabulous books full of magic and legend: Chronicles of Whetherwhy: The Age of Enlightenment by Anna James; Fireborn: Starling and the Cavern of Light by Aisling Fowler; Brielle and Bear Once upon a Time by Salomey Doku and Skulduggery Pleasant The Haunted House on Hollow Hill by Derek Landy.

Lonely Planet Kids’ Atlas of Cats (in: Books: children & YA)
Sep 25, 2024

Lonely Planet Kids’ Atlas of Cats, written by Frances Evans and illustrated by Kelsey Heaton, is the purr-fect book for curious kids who want to learn more about one of our most beloved pets. Whether you're a devoted cat enthusiast or simply curious about the world of cats, this book will delight you, writes Anne Coates.

NIO Cocktails (in: Products & equipment)
Sep 20, 2024

Anne Coates wasn't sure what to expect with these cocktails in a box but was completely won over when she tasted the NICO Negroni.

Yerloa Pop-up Hammer Game (in: Games & toys)
Sep 18, 2024

This Yerloa Pop-up Hammer Game was an instant success with nine month-old Lizzie and it's still one of her favourite toys nine months later, writes Anne Coates.

Mico Toastie from Morphy Richards (in: Products & equipment)
Sep 16, 2024

Anne Coates reviews the Mico Toastie from Morphy Richards, the Judges Choice in the The Big Christmas Wishlist Awards in the Tech & Gadget category, and it's a winner for her too.

PernicketyBOO Competiton Winners (in: Freebies, offers & competitions)
Sep 13, 2024

We were delighted to team up with HarperCollins Children's Books to offer our readers a chance to win one of five copies of PernicketyBOO by Sally Gardner and Illustrated by Chris Mould. Here are our lucky competition winners.

COBWEB by Michael Morpurgo (in: Books: children & YA)
Sep 12, 2024

COBWEB by Michael Morpurgo, the bestselling author of War Horse and one of the nation's favourite storytellers, is a powerfully moving tale told from the point of view of a small, loyal and loving dog.

WHAT MATTERS? for family wellbeing (in: Books for parents)
Sep 6, 2024

Rosemary Roberts discusses her book, WHAT MATTERS? for family wellbeing: Babies, young children, and their companions’ mental health and happiness.

Are You Suffering from SAD? (in: Healthy parents)
Sep 4, 2024

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a type of depression that occurs at the same time every year, typically in the autumn and winter, can also contribute to feelings of worry and anxiety. Denise Iordache, sleep therapist and founder of JoySpace Therapy, outlines some practical strategies for managing worry. 

Win a copy of Pernickety BOO (in: Freebies, offers & competitions)
Aug 29, 2024

We are delighted to team up with HarperCollins Children's Books to offer readers the chance to win on of five copies of Pernickety BOO by Sally Gardner.

Out of this World by Michael Rosen (in: Books: children & YA)
Aug 28, 2024

With a new collection of "Poems to make you laugh, smile and think", Michael Rosen, former Children's Laureate takes you Out of this World with drawings by Ed Vere. Reviewed by Anne Coates.

smarTrike Traveler ActiveStroller (2) (in: Products & equipment)
Aug 23, 2024

We like to test equipment comprehensively, so after Anne Coates reviewed the smarTrike Traveler ActiveStroller, her daughter Olivia took it on holiday to Portugal to see how it faired on the flight. Here are her thoughts along with her husband's.