Lovereading 4 Kids Updates from the world of children’s books

Welcome to blossom-clad April from Lovereading4kids! Hans Christian Andersen was born in April over 200 years ago, so here’s to a fairytale Easter – we hope that we’ve found you ‘eggs’actly the right, wonderful books for your Little Mermaids and Steadfast Tin Soldiers to read over the Holidays.

My Oh Mayan, What an Author of the Month! – M. G. Harris

Half-Mexican Manchester United fan and self-confessed geek

M. G. Harris is the author of the fabulous Mayan prophecy influenced, futuristic series, The Joshua Files – perfect for action-hero 9+ year olds.

The 5th and final book in the series is out now and is packed full of gripping, daring teen adventure in dark pyramids and alien tunnels. If you haven’t discovered these pacy adventures yet, now’s the perfect time – particularly as the end of the Mayan calendar (and perhaps even the end of the world) draws near on 21 December 2012!

No April Fools! – Debuts of the Month

Rabbityness Jo Empson 4+ Stunning debut with positive takes on individuality, creativity and dealing with loss. Download Extract More info	The Comic Cafe Roger Stevens 9+ Can kids run the show? Witty, Lemony Snicket-esque adventure! Download Extract More info
Call Me Drog Sue Cowing 9+ Compelling, courageous and unforgettable, Call Me Drog is a classic coming-of-age story. Download Extract More info	Freaks Kieran Larwood 11+ Crime sleuthing, freak-show style,with a band of extraordinarily talented misfits. X-men meets Oliver Twist! Download Extract More info
Immortal City Scott Speer 14+ Electric debut set in a world where Guardian Angels walk among us in the street. Download Extract More info	Starters Lissa Price 14+ Matched meets The Hunger Games. Action-packed thriller with a great heroine. Download Extract More info

Young Bond and Zombies, Guest Editor Charlie Higson

April’s Guest Editor is the multi-talented and multi-award winning author of the action-packed Young Bond series of books and the gruesome but brilliant Enemy series. The first Young Bond Book, Silverfin, was published in 2005 and the series has been translated into 24 different languages! The Enemy series, about Zombies and aimed at an older 11+ audience, is now into its third outing with The Fear. Find out more about Charlie’s books as well as some personal favourites that have influenced his writing to date.

Get Out! – Out and About Section

This is our section to help you get kids outside and enjoying the open air. Books on all kinds of activities can be unearthed here; gardening, exploring, bird-watching … you name it. Special mention this month goes to:

The Bumper Book of London Everything You Need to Know About London and More… Becky Jones, Clare Lewis (7+) Everything you need to know about London … and more! Great for the Olympics. Download Extract More info	The Stick Book : Loads of Things You Can Make or Do with a Stick Fiona Danks, Jo Schofield (7+) Amazingly imaginative guide to all the things you can do with a stick! Genius. Download Extract More info
RSPB Children’s Guide to Birdwatching David Chandler, Mike Unwin (7+) Fascinating fact boxes and top tips for young bird watching enthusiasts. Download Extract More info	Green Fingers and Muddy Boots Ivor Santer (5+) Practical activities to do in the garden every month of the year, come rain or shine Download Extract Buy

…Just One More Thing …

We can’t go without mentioning these two cracking books which have kept us turning pages in the office…

If you enjoyed Long Reach by Peter Cocks then don’t miss the sequel, Body Blow. It’s in our Undercover Reads section (because they’ll be sneaking in another chapter after lights-out!) and is a must for any thrill-seeking teen!

And whatever you do, don’t miss this month’s Free Prize Draws section brimming with exclusive prints, books, goody-bags and a free trip to the Zoo!…

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Happy Reading, and Happy Easter!