I had quite a sheltered upbringing. I had a loving family who cared for me and life was never tough. When I really got into reading when I was a teenager I discovered teenagers who had a very different life than mine. These teenagers had abusive or neglectful families or they had been touched by … Continue reading Dear Vincent by Mandy Hager
I love New Zealand books and I’m happy to shout it from the rooftops. We have so many wonderful, talented authors and illustrators here in NZ who write for kids of all ages. My personal mission, as a librarian and a blogger is to spread the word about New Zealand books and get as many … Continue reading My Favourite NZ Books for Kids and Teens
Mandy Hager is the author of some of the best Young Adult books in New Zealand, including the action-packed The Nature of Ash (shortlisted for the 2013 New Zealand Post Children’s Book Awards). Mandy’s latest YA novel is Dear Vincent, one of the most powerful and emotionally-charged books I’ve ever read (you can read my review … Continue reading Interview with Mandy Hager
The Mirror Chronicles: The Bell Between Worlds by Ian Johnstone Half of your soul is missing. The lost part is in the mirror. And unless Sylas Tate can unite the two worlds, you will never be whole again. Sylas Tate leads a lonely existence since his mother died. But then the tolling of a giant … Continue reading My Most Anticipated June New Releases
My Best Friends Are Books 