Here is a brief introduction of what #EBRecommends is all about! Here are some Children’s and YA Books to look out for this month.
EB recommends for children
“To build on the popularity of EB Recommends, and to enhance our offering in children’s books, we are launching Exclusive Books Recommends for children. This will offer all the benefits we have seen in adult books – a curated list, a customer quick reference, Fanatics points, and inside info on the best books for young readers. Each month, the EBR kids will be published, and will receive the same attention we give to adults EBR – through newsletters, online, publicity, Fanatics, social media and instore display.” – Batya Bricker – Exclusive Books Marketing, Loyalty and Procurement – General Manager.
There are five titles in the 6-9 children’s category.
These titles are displayed in the children’s section with shelf talkers.
In Catastrophe by De Wet Hugo the money Lady Elmaine Koontz sponsored as prize for the talent contest has been stolen from Headmistress Cataclysm’s desk. Leo is sure it was that bully, Clawd. Of course tigers are always looking for trouble! Or maybe it has something to do with the strange new pupil in Cathedral Primary, Gato, who came all the way from Catalonia. But suddenly everybody starts to suspect Leo. How will he prove his innocence and reveal the truth about Clawd?
Aziza’s Secret Fairy Door and the Birthday Present Disaster is the third title in a fun and inclusive, young magical adventure series for readers of 6-8 from Lola Morayo. Inspired by fairies and magical creatures from world mythology it is gorgeously illustrated in black and white throughout by Cory Reid.
In Minki Se Bookdag deur Jaco Jacobs is Lara se danseksamen is om die draai. Sy oefen al weke lank vir die groot dag! Minki en Natalie kan nie wag om haar in aksie te sien op die verhoog nie. Maar dan loop dinge onverwags skeef, en Lara se dansdrome is – vir eers – daarmee heen. Minki en Natalie weet nie hoe om hulle beste maat op te beur nie. Maar een van Minki se gunstelingboeke gee haar ’n plan …
In Roomys Op Planeet Zork deur Jaco Jacobs het Riek en Niek het ’n plan …’n Slim plan om SAKKE en SAKKE vol geld by die skool se markdag te maak. Maar dan steel nare Nanja hulle idee. En boonop vertel sy vir die HELE skool Riek en Niek gaan roomys maak wat soos blomkool en spinasie smaak …BLÊG! NIEMAND gaan dit koop nie! Kan Riek en Niek aan ’n plan dink om Nanja terug te betaal EN vet pret by die markdag te hê?
There are 5 titles in the 10 – 12 age category.
Loki: A Bad God’s Guide To Being Good by Louie Stowell is a wry, witty and very funny diary-style story packed with doodles and comic strips about the frustration trickster god Loki feels at having to live trapped in the body of a weedy eleven-year old boy. After one trick too many, Loki is banished to live on Earth as a “normal” school boy. Forbidden from using his AWESOME godly powers, Loki must show moral improvement.
Marieta Nel, skrywer van Blinkertjies in Pa se Baard, is ’n voormalige onderwyseres, is ’n kenner op die gebied van letterkundeopvoeding op skoolvlak. Sy het verskeie hoog-aangeskrewe studiegidse geskryf en is die medesamesteller van die gewilde kortverhaalbundels Sweef, Skreeu en Die Perfekte Brander.
In Sabotage on the Solar Express by M G Leonard billionaire train enthusiast August Reza has invited Harrison Beck and Uncle Nat on the maiden voyage of the Solar Express – the winning design of his Reza’s Rocket competition. But during the journey, they discover the train has been sabotaged, hurtling passengers into a heart-stopping, action-packed, thrill ride across the Australian Outback. Can Hal find the saboteur and stop the runaway train before disaster strikes?
Skandar and the Unicorn Thief by A.F. Steadman brims with wild adventure, fierce sky battles, elemental magic, ferocious unicorns and a terrifying enemy. Steadman’s cinematic writing draws you in from the very first page, creating a hugely compelling, unforgettable read. Endlessly thrilling, unputdownable and utterly unmissable.
In Ogress & Orphans by Kelly Barnhill fires, floods, and other calamities have caused the townsfolk to lose their library, their school, their park, and all sense of what it means to be generous, and kind. The people put their faith in the Mayor, a dazzling fellow who promises he alone can help. After all, he is a famous dragon slayer.
The last 4 titles are Teens and YA.
In Blood To Poison by Mary Watson Savannah is cursed. It’s a sinister family heirloom; passed down through the bloodline for hundreds of years, with one woman in every generation destined to die young. The family call them Hella’s girls, named for their ancestor Hella. Hella’s girls are always angry, especially in the months before they die. Each fit of rage is bringing her closer to the edge and now Savannah has to act to save herself. Or die trying.
Dreamers by Fanie Viljoen describes dancing is Byron Carelse’s life. It’s his energy, his passion, his happy place … his spark. When the rhythm takes hold of his body, he forgets about all the troubles waiting for him at home. One day, somebody spots Byron’s talent. Along with a group of other township kids, he gets the opportunity to take part in a show at a big arts festival. But what are you supposed to do when life tries to steal your dream from you?
Gallant by V.E. Schwab is a darkly magical and thrilling tale of a young woman caught between the world and its shadows, who must embrace her legacy to stop the approaching darkness. The Secret Garden meets Crimson Peak, perfect for fans of Neil Gaiman, Holly Black and Susan Cooper.
Northwind by Gary Paulsen is a stunning historical adventure with hints of Nordic mythology and an irresistible narrative pull, Northwind is Gary Paulsen at his captivating, adventuresome best.
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