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“Adapting picture books that are already well-loved into early readers.”

One of our favourite Maverick reviewers has reviewed our brand new Early Readers. Mary, who writes at Over 40 and a Mum to One, has given our Early Readers an amazing review. She has also aptly published it the day that her son starts his first day of Year One. Apparently he wasn’t too thrilled to say goodbye to summer! Mary explains the difference between each of the three book… Read More »“Adapting picture books that are already well-loved into early readers.”

This Day I Love loves our Early Readers today!

We’ve had another review for our wonderful early readers which were released last Friday. This time from Leyla who writes for the blog This Day I love. She shared the early readers with her two daughters, her oldest is just starting her second year of school and her youngest is starting her first, so they are the perfect readers for our new venture! Leyla made the excellent point that children… Read More »This Day I Love loves our Early Readers today!

Parents in Touch review our Early Readers!

Parents in Touch have reviewed our Early Readers on their special Learning to Read page and they’ve had plenty of good things to say about them! Here are some of the highlights: “These Early Readers have been adapted from their existing picture books, carefully edited by each author in conjunction with Catherine Baker, an educational specialist. This ensures the books fit into the industry standard book bands; the books reviewed… Read More »Parents in Touch review our Early Readers!

‘Pirates’ keeps digging up great reviews!

We’ve had another lovely review from Regina and Dolly in the states! This time they reviewed Pirates Don’t Drive Diggers by Alex English. What a perfect way to mix two of little boysâ€™ favorite things: pirates and construction trucks! This clever book was fun to read out loud. Dolly definitely loved the bouncing, jolly rhyme as she was whisked away to sea to join in this pirate adventure! I appreciate… Read More »‘Pirates’ keeps digging up great reviews!

Maverick Early Readers released this Friday!

It feels like we’ve been waiting forever, but finally the day is approaching – the release of our brand new Maverick Early Readers! This Friday, you’ll will be able to get your hands on your very own copies of our 5 very special stories! A Scarf and a Half by Amanda BrandonÂ Yuck! said the Yak by Alex English Preposterous Rhinoceros by Tracy Gunaratnam The Black and White Club by… Read More »Maverick Early Readers released this Friday!

Maverick author day

Last Thursday we had a rather lovely time at the Maverick studio. We invited some of our authors to the studio to have an ideas session on how to best run events and increase the visibility of our books. Usually we only get to see our authors once a year (and even then it’s only one-to-one) so it was lovely to see not just one, but six of our authors… Read More »Maverick author day

Pirates grab another great review on the Bookbag!

Pirates Don’t Drive Diggers is fast becoming one of Maverick’s most popular titles! Most recently it has received a fantastic review from The Bookbag! “The pictures are bright and interesting, with plenty to look at and funny extras such as a cheeky crab and a grumpy seagull. I liked the stubbly-faced builders, and I also liked that the final picture is hidden away on the back page, so although you… Read More »Pirates grab another great review on the Bookbag!

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 Scottâ€™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!

Yummy Mummy Flabby Tummy reviews Maverick books!

Laura at the lovely blog, Yummy Mummy Flabby TummyÂ 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!

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 Donâ€™t Drive Diggers is written by Alex English, and her last book, Yuck, Said the Yak is still a firm favourite here. Â Diggers are a big thing here and we also quite like Pirates so… Read More »Pirates dig up another smashing review!