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Recent Articles in Books: children & YA

Win a copy of Applying to University The Essential Guide
Dec 27, 2012
Anne Coates' book for students – and parents – Applying to University The Essential Guide has been updated for those applying for university entrance in 2013. Parenting Without Tears has 12 copies to be won.
How To Be A World Explorer by Joel Levy
Dec 9, 2012
With illustrations by James Gulliver Hancock, this Lonely Planet book stamped Not-For-Parents on the cover, is an "all terrain training manual" for those who'd like to know How To Be A World Explorer by Joel Levy.
SAFARI created by Dan Kainen, written by Carol Kaufmann
Nov 17, 2012
Workman Publishing have produced a unique experience in Dan Kainen's SAFARI A Photicular Book: a perfect armchair adventure, writes Anne Coates.
Star Wars Origami by Chris Alexander
Nov 6, 2012
Origami is a skill that requires patience to learn – difficult for eight year old Toby. But Alex Bell found the perfect solution – an older cousin and Star Wars fan uncle to work through Chris Alexander's excellent book Star Wars Origami from Workman Publishing.
Poppy Cat books and toys
Nov 3, 2012
To celebrate the launch of the new Poppy Cat books and toys at John Lewis Oxford Street, Yvette Henlon and two year old Victoria attended a breakfast reading, with Poppy Cat herself and the voice of Poppy Cat, Joanna Page. 
Justin's Annual 2013
Oct 31, 2012
Justin Fletcher has become the darling of children's programming with the award-winning CBeebies show, Something Special and Justin's House. Now we have Justin's Annual 2013 to add to the fun, writes Anne Coates.
George and the Knight by Sue McMillan and Ellie Jenkins
Oct 16, 2012
A twist in the tale of the traditional George and the dragon legend, this Far Far Away book by Sue McMillan and Ellie Jenkins is a gentle story of friendship, loyalty and courage which should be a winner with early years children, writes Anne Coates.
The Classic Guide to King Arthur by Dr Keith Souter
Sep 25, 2012
The definitive book for anyone interested in King Arthur, Dr Keith Souter's Classic Guide is a must for history fans – and any school projects, writes Anne Coates.
My Reward Chart Book by Priddy Books
Sep 22, 2012
Alex Bell tries out Priddy Books My Reward Chart Book on daughter Pippa and finds big brother Toby is more interested!
Roald Dahl Funny Prize Shortlist 2012
Sep 20, 2012
Nominations for the Roald Dahl Funny Prize have been whittled down to a shortlist of 12 of the funniest books and here is the full list.
Arlo Needs Glasses by Barney Saltzberg
Sep 13, 2012
From the Workman Publishing stable another excellent book for young children: Arlo Needs Glasses by Barney Saltzberg. Another excellent book for young children, writes Anne Coates.
Toxic Treacle by Echo Freer
Aug 31, 2012
Published by G-Press Fiction, this dystopian novel by Echo Freer is a fabulous read. Toxic Treacle is a book that Anne Coates just couldn't put down until she'd finsihed reading it!
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