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MG/KS2 author of The 'Chumley and Hudson Investigate' series, & Co-author of 'Pirates and Pussycats' MG adventure. MG reader/reviewer, 3 chapters away from end of book 3 finale! Autism and cats fuel my adventures.

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Erin Literary Cool Cat 🐈📚 @erinliterary.bsky.social · May 19

Wendington Jones and the Lost Tree by Daniel Dockery @foxandinkbooks.bsky.social Setting sail to finish her late mums last adventure to find the tree of life, Wendington soon finds her fellow passengers will do anything, even murder, to get there first! REVIEW ➡️ erinthecatprincess.blogspot.com

The book cover is generally in a mix of dark green with an art deco stylised patterned edge in gold. In the centre we see Wendington standing at the prow of the liner that features in the book. There is a pale red and orange sky behind the ship to highlight Wendington and a grey silhouetted figure in a hat of some description. A golden disc is to the left of Wendington as we see her. On it is the inscription "Who would risk death for the tree of life?" Four portholes are seen at the prow, two each side, and in each a silhouette, probably of a person in the book. At the top of the cover 'Wendington Jones' is in red period font, whilst the rest of the title is in gold capitals beneath. The authors name appears below the ship in green on a gold plaque underlined in red.

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Viv Schwarz @vivschwarz.bsky.social · 2d

Had a small crowd of kids round me at break time going WHOAAAH at my silly cat houses

A weird Sandcastle drawn on isometric paper, with a cat doodles in front. Around it is written "splendid castle" and "incredible deed". Cat looks quite smug I guess

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Karen McCombie @karenmccombie.bsky.social · 2d

Thanks, Fleur! And it's a piece of British history that so few people know about... #WW1 #internees

Fleur Hitchcock @fleurhitchcock.bsky.social · 4d

My book is out this week, but so is @karenmccombie.bsky.social 's awesomely good My Family, The Enemy.
Loved it and learned so much!
www.bloomsbury.com/uk/my-family...

My Family the Enemy

London, 1914. Fred Müller's life is turned upside down when his dad is taken away by the police - suddenly his family are the enemy because of where they come f…

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Gareth Bellamy @thebellow.bsky.social · 11d

Just finished Small Bomb at Dimperley by @lissakevans.bsky.social Loved it. Felt that whilst I was being entertained I was being educated about the social history of the country at the end of WW2. Stand out for me was the subtle way a character's disability was handled, all too rare a thing IMHO.

Cover of the paperback edition of Small Bomb at Dimperley by Lissa Evans. Image is of a country house hallway and rooms from the early 20th century with the title and the author's name overlaid in large type.

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Jan Rosenow @janrosenow.bsky.social · 15d

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Rethinking the energy transition

While the drive to move beyond fossil fuels faces geopolitical shocks, economic hurdles and soaring energy demand, new technologies are attempting fresh breakthroughs, as momentum gathers ahead of COP...

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Jan Rosenow @janrosenow.bsky.social · 15d

Those claiming there’s no energy transition only an “energy addition,” are wrong. I told FT:

Yes, it’s correct that we are not on track globally to reduce emissions fast enough. But if you look at what’s happening across sectors, technologies, and geographies, you see real transitions underway.

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Mary Averling @maryaverling.bsky.social · 17d

autumn is here! time for ghosts and ghouls! and your semi-regular reminder that I have two creepy, magical little middle grade books perfect for when there's a fresh chill in the air <3

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Little Island Books @littleislandbooks.bsky.social · 21d

It’s time! @childrensbooksireland.ie annual conference is underway with laureates of Ireland and UK in conversation. #CBIConf25
@laureatenanog.bsky.social

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Jacqui Sydney 📚 @jacquisydney.bsky.social · 23d

The perfect choice for 11+ readers in need of a short read for Spooky Season, The Night House Files: The Wintermoor Lights by @dansmithauthor.bsky.social, illustrated by Luke Brookes, is out now from @barringtonstoke.bsky.social

#KidlitUK

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The Wintermoor Lights (The Night House Files 2) by Dan Smith, illustrated by Luke Brookes

Cover illustration © Luke Brookes Spooky season is fast approaching once again and for those tricky tween readers, this new title from Dan Smith, author of the hugely popular middle grade Crooked O…

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GiftingTopia @giftingtopia.bsky.social · 24d

Wednesday 9/17 Blog Links #catsofbluesky #cats #catsoftwitter

Wednesday 9/17 Blog Links

The eligible Linky entry from yesterday for the end-of-the-month gift card drawing was: 15andmeowing! Birthday Alert Pleases stop by Cat and Dog Chat with Caren and wish handsome Levi a most Happy Birthday. September Calendar of Events From The Cat Blogosphere Calendar Blog Hops If you’d like to participate in a Blog Hop today, all...

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Sinéad O'Hart @sineadohart.bsky.social · 25d

Grateful to @dubraybooks.bsky.social Mary Street, Easons of Dun Laoghaire and Easons in Navan for these displays of Ellora McGee, Trainee Banshee: The New School. Gorgeous to see my (and @unawoods.bsky.social's) little banshee out and about, rocking her hair (and vocals!) Grab your copy today!

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Erin Literary Cool Cat 🐈📚 @erinliterary.bsky.social · 25d

Knowing what I know now, all thanks to Jane, I would definitely get both done together. Makes life so much easier and less stressful for everyone. Jane did an awesome job with Chumley and Hudson, and I wholeheartedly recommend her services. 💙📚🐈

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Jane's Studio @janes-studio.bsky.social · 25d

Tip for Indie Authors: ask your interior designer to format your manuscript for BOTH print & eBook. It saves time, money, and headaches.
Need help with both? I've got you : )
🐱Chumley & Hudson Investigate🐈 print & eBook formats. DM @erinliterary.bsky.social for signed copies! #SelfPublishingTips

Book link promotion for Chumley and Hudson Investigate by M.E.Watson, showing Craig D.Howarth's beautiful cover illustration. Design and formatting for print and ebook by Jane Cornwell.

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Debbie Fong 🌲✨ @debbiefong.com · Sep 10

If you’re in NYC, you can grab signed copies from Books of Wonder, B&N Union Sq, and The Strand!

I did little Wally doodles in all the books! …my hand is honestly a little sore now 😂

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Debbie Fong 🌲✨ @debbiefong.com · Sep 9

Here’s a peek inside at some of my favorite pages! I especially love Wally in his lil rain poncho 🥹

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Debbie Fong 🌲✨ @debbiefong.com · Sep 9

Today's the day! THE FARAWAY FOREST is finally hitting shelves everywhere 💖 If you're looking for a cozy & comforting story, I hope you'll consider picking up a copy for yourself or a young reader in your life! 🌲📮

Order links: www.debbiefong.com/thefarawayfo... 💌
#kidlit #bookbirthday

Cover of THE FARAWAY FOREST: Wally's Route, a colorful graphic novel chapter book about a raccoon mail carrier and his best friend Bo (white rabbit)

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Debbie Fong 🌲✨ @debbiefong.com · Sep 8

I spent the past week covered in paint but it was all worth it for… my first ever WINDOW DISPLAY! 🥹✨

So happy with how it all came together 💖 You can check it out at Books of Wonder in Manhattan!!

Faraway Forest woodland scene window display at Books of Wonder in Manhattan

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Garth Nix @garthnix.bsky.social · Sep 2

I think there are a number of people on here who would be interested to see these pics of Dodie Smith’s London pad.

www.countrylife.co.uk/interiors/co...

Country Life's never-before-published photographs of ‘101 Dalmatians’ author Dodie Smith's London flat

Every Monday, Melanie Bryan delves into the hidden depths of Country Life's extraordinary archive to bring you a long-forgotten story, photograph or advert.

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Lucy Lapinska / LD Lapinski 💛🤍💜🖤 @ldlapinski.bsky.social · Sep 2

I only have a couple of days left for Book Week Scotland events - schools and libraries on or around the Black Isle preferred!

Lucy Lapinska / LD Lapinski 💛🤍💜🖤 @ldlapinski.bsky.social · Aug 27

Book Week Scotland is on the horizon! I’m a Highlands-based author who does events for primary, secondary school AND adults! Get in touch to arrange, some dates already taken 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Society of Authors: societyofauthors.org/soa-member/l...

Scottish Book Trust: www.scottishbooktrust.com/authors/ld-l...

Author: LD Lapinski

LD Lapinski is the best-selling author of the Artezans trilogy, Jamie, the Stepfather Christmas duology, and The Strangeworlds Travel Agency series, including Adventure in the Floating Mountains, whi

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Hull Libraries @hulllibraries.bsky.social · Sep 2

Autumn Saturday talks!

Sat Sept 27: History of Paull / David Smith
Sat Oct 18: South Ella Hall / Francis Davis
Sat Nov 15: A City of Change / Ian Wolstencroft
11:00am - 12:30pm
James Reckitt Reading Room, Hull Central Library
£3.00 donation OTD (includes light refreshments)
No need to book!

A generic image of people listening to a fascinating talk.

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George The Station Cat @george-station-cat.bsky.social · Sep 2

Good morning and welcome to Tuna Tuesday

Show up each day with your best outlook, even when it feels almost impossible.

Show the world your best heart, even when the day tests you.

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Darren Simpson @darrensimpson44.bsky.social · Aug 31

If you're #Lincolnshire -way and would like to say hi and grab a signed copy of #THIRST, I'll be appearing at FREE events at #NoLimits in Brigg and #LincolnBookFestival. Look 'em up online and book your place! 📚❤️

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George The Station Cat @george-station-cat.bsky.social · Aug 29

Good morning and welcome to Fish For Tea Friday

The perfect moment doesn’t appear on its own, it becomes perfect when you choose to see it that way

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Publisher Spotlight @pubspotlight.bsky.social · Aug 25

Alice Eclair Spy Extraordinaire: A Recipe for Trouble “is an enjoyable, cozy-feeling mystery with adventure, puzzles, and intrigue set in 1930s France” in the opening of a new #MG series from @nosycrowus.bsky.social imaginationsoup.net/middle-grade...

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Sally Doherty @sallywrites.bsky.social · Aug 24

A really unique read!

Starts in the Land of Magic, an original fantasy world. Then a change of PoV & place, following Grace as she unravels clues to work out why she ended up in Wasteland.

Invisible friends, a monster & an exciting adventure with twists and turns

@susiebower.bsky.social #kidlituk

The book cover for The Invisibles by Susie Bower. A girl climbs a ladder with an inky black monster’s tentacles reaching for her against a backdrop of a cityscape

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Jane's Studio @janes-studio.bsky.social · Aug 22

🔍🐾 Just designed the ebook of Chumley & Hudson Investigate: The King Herod's Affair by M.E. Watson — a purr-fectly fun mystery for young readers! 😺✨
A feline detective, royal secrets & clever twists.
Available in paperback, hardcover & on #KU! 🕵️‍♂️📚 #KidLit #CatDetective @erinliterary.bsky.social

A promo showing the book cover of 'Chumley and Hudson Investigate: The King Herod's Affair' by M.E.Watson, with the text: Join Erin the Cat Detective and Mrs. Hudson on their witty and whimsical adventure, filled with action, fun, and heartwarming moments. Perfect for younger and middle grade readers looking for a fun and exciting read.

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