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The Lancashire Evening Post gives Maverick some knock out reviews!

Pam Norfolk reviews children’s books for the Lancashire Evening Post and she has given all four of our new releases some spectacular reviews. A Gold Star for George (buy here.) “George the gorgeous giraffe makes a welcome return in the second book of Alice Hemming and Kimberley Scott’s much-loved George the Giraffe & Friends series, and this time the gangly giant proves that helping others brings the greatest reward. Alice… Read More »The Lancashire Evening Post gives Maverick some knock out reviews!

Horace and Hattiepillar receives another great review!

Mary and Monkey at Over 40 and a mum to One have read and reviewed Horace and Hattiepillar and it’s a big hit! “You may remember our first introduction to the Hedgehugs back in February last year. We love hedgehogs and the story of these little friends was a big hit.  So here we are, with the second installment. Hedgehugs Horace and Hattiepillar which was published last month through Maverick Arts… Read More »Horace and Hattiepillar receives another great review!

Bookworm baby reviews Hedgehugs

The Bookworm Baby is a reviewer for mini people. She has just reviewed Hedgehugs and has some lovely things to say about the little hedgehogs. “This is a charming tale and little ones will definitely love these two adorable hedgehogs. Hedgehugs is all about caring and friendships and the distance these two little friends will go to for a hug. The illustrations are simple but cute and I love all the different… Read More »Bookworm baby reviews Hedgehugs

Yummy Mummy Flabby Tummy reviews Maverick books!

Laura at the lovely blog, Yummy Mummy Flabby Tummy has reviewed our four latest releases! A Gold Star for George (buy here) “This is a great story to encourage being kind towards others and being happy for friends even if you really wanted that something for yourself. The book is really easy to read and follow and is really colourful and fun.” Read the full review here. A Box of Socks… Read More »Yummy Mummy Flabby Tummy reviews Maverick books!

Primary Times reviews

We’ve had some very lovely reviews from Willow at Primary Times! Willow is a five year old reviewer based in Cornwall who was kind enough to give three of our books 5 stars! A Gold Star for George (buy here) “I like the cover of this book because it made me laugh as George the giraffe has a hula hoop on his neck. This book has good size writing and is… Read More »Primary Times reviews

Preposterous Rhinoceros read by Lesley Manville on Cbeebies bedtime stories

Last Friday our favourite well-meaning rhinoceros graced the screens of tellies across the nation at bedtime! Preposterous Rhinoceros by Tracy Gunaratnam was read by Lesley Manville on Cbeebies Bedtime Stories last Friday. Lesley read the story very well and brought life to the slightly clueless Rhinoceros and his savvy best friend Shy Salamander. Watch the whole reading here! Buy Preposterous Rhinoceros here.

‘A sweet story that’s a little bit educational too!’ – The Bookbag review Horace and Hattiepillar

Ruth has kindly reviewed Horace and Hattiepillar for the brilliant site – The Bookbag! We are thrilled with the review and recommendation that she has given the second Hedgehugs book.   “Horace and Hattie are rather charming little characters, and I like the design of this book, with it’s crisp colours and beautiful style. It means that as well as being a nice story to read aloud, it’s a nice… Read More »‘A sweet story that’s a little bit educational too!’ – The Bookbag review Horace and Hattiepillar

Make laundry fun! A Box of Socks reviewed by Honey Bee Books

Our Maverick reviewer from down under (Melissa for Honey Bee Books) has reviewed Amanda Brandon‘s second book in the Granny Mutton Yarns series – A Box of Socks. Not only has she given it a smashing review, but she has also devised a way of letting her children join in the fun of the sock game while also getting them to WANT to help with the laundry. Genius, right? Here’s what… Read More »Make laundry fun! A Box of Socks reviewed by Honey Bee Books

Maverick books achieve gold in Bizzie Baby reviews!

Two Maverick books have received gold medals from Bizzie Baby reviewers! Congratulations go to Alice Hemming, a long time Maverick author for her book Robopop and Kimara Nye, our multi-talented editor for her story The Four Little Pigs. Congratulations also go to their talented illustrators, James Lent and Marcin Bruchnalski. Here’s what some of the reviewers had to say: The Four Little Pigs “We enjoyed reading the book together and was… Read More »Maverick books achieve gold in Bizzie Baby reviews!

Pirates dig up another smashing review!

Pirates Don’t Drive Diggers has received yet another fantastic review, this time from a favourite Maverick Reviewer, Mary, who reviews books with her son on her blog, Over 40 and a Mum to One. “Pirates Don’t Drive Diggers is written by Alex English, and her last book, Yuck, Said the Yak is still a firm favourite here.  Diggers are a big thing here and we also quite like Pirates so… Read More »Pirates dig up another smashing review!

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