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‘Bright and lively illustrations’ The Bookbag reviews Fum!

The Bookbag had some kind words for Fum by Karl Newson and illustrated by Lucy Fleming in a recent review. ‘Told in rhyme, this helps the story flow at a good pace. The bright and lively illustrations also help the story along, and of course little ones need to take a good look at the pictures to see if they can see Fum hiding. The characters all have sweet faces,… Read More »‘Bright and lively illustrations’ The Bookbag reviews Fum!

Oscar loves it! Terrific review of Fum from Boolino blogger mrssavageangel

Boolino blogger mrssavageangel had high praise for Fum by Karl Newson and illustrated by Lucy Fleming – especially from her son Oscar! ‘Oscar really enjoys the quirky rhyming couplets of this story, along with Lucy Fleming’s fun and detailed illustrations. Seeing his new found faves popping up in new and unexpected places, make this a very welcome addition to the book shelf.’ Read the full review here Buy a copy… Read More »Oscar loves it! Terrific review of Fum from Boolino blogger mrssavageangel

‘Children and adults will love reading Fum’ 5 STAR review from What’s Good to Do!

What’s Good to Do gave Fum by Karl Newson and illustrated by Lucy Fleming 5 STARS in its recent review! ‘Fum is an excellent fun story that is interactive and makes great bedtime reading. The twins loved it they look at it quite regularly and at least once a week one of them wants it for their bedtime story. At 32 pages long it is the perfect length for bedtime… Read More »‘Children and adults will love reading Fum’ 5 STAR review from What’s Good to Do!

‘It was so much fun to read’ Safely Nestled Loved Fum!

A sparkling review for Fum by Karl Newson and illustrated by Lucy Fleming has just appeared on Safely Nestled ‘The book has rhyming text, is well-written and the entire tale from start to finish is so well thought-out. I imagine this is going to be popular with kids and parents alike, and I don’t think you’d regret purchasing it for your little one, or even mind reading it over and… Read More »‘It was so much fun to read’ Safely Nestled Loved Fum!

‘A great story to share’ It’s All About Stories Reviews Fum!

It’s All About Stories has just published a great review of Fum by Karl Newson and Lucy Fleming ‘A great story to share as a read aloud book, and great for spotting all your favourite fairy tale characters.’ Read the full review here Buy a copy of the book here

‘An absolute pleasure to read out loud’ Book Monsters sinks its teeth into Fum!

Book Monsters went wild for Fum by Karl Newson and illustrated by Lucy Fleming! ‘This is a really very gorgeously sweet book ideal for young children. Karl Newson is the master of rhyme. I’ve been following his ditties on Twitter for quite some time, and I’ve come across few writers able to play with rhyme quite so effectively. The words flow beautifully, making his poetry and books an absolute pleasure… Read More »‘An absolute pleasure to read out loud’ Book Monsters sinks its teeth into Fum!

‘Exuberant rhyming text’ Rave review for Fum from Jill at Red Reading Hub!

Red Reading Hub enjoyed Fum by Karl Newson and illustrated by Lucy Fleming! ‘Satisfying stuff, delivered through Newson’s exuberant rhyming text, full of repeat refrains, KNOCK! KNOCK!’s and “No” s to join in with; and Lucy Fleming’s funny pictorial rendition of the search with its unusual perspectives and spilt page scenes.’ Read the full review here. Buy a copy of the book here.

‘A fun rhyming adventure’ Great review from Story Snug for Fum!

Story Snug loved Fum by Karl Newson and illustrated by Lucy Fleming ‘Fum would be a great book to include in a classroom fairytale topic. Children could add their favourite fairytale characters to a class book as well as suggest other hiding places for Fum. In a numeracy lesson the story could also be used to stimulate discussion about size and reinforce the use of big / small vocabulary. There is also lots of potential… Read More »‘A fun rhyming adventure’ Great review from Story Snug for Fum!

‘The reaction from the children was amazing’ Fantastic review from Booklover Jo for Fum!

When Booklover Jo took Fum by Karl Newson and illustrated by Lucy Fleming to the school library …. ‘The reaction from the children was amazing, they took huge delight in shouting out where ‘Fum’ was hiding,  believing me when I said that, just like the Crumb family I couldn’t see him anywhere. I have never heard so much noise and laughter in the library it was a real joy to… Read More »‘The reaction from the children was amazing’ Fantastic review from Booklover Jo for Fum!