From bestselling US author Tracey Baptiste and award-winning UK illustrator of Look Up!, Speak Up! and more, Dapo Adeola, comes a new humorously heart-warming picture book Super Goat Girl – London Mums’ book of the week. Through a hilarious, comic style story, the book gently tackles the difficulties of impostor syndrome for a young audience, and encourages young readers to find…
I’ve chatted withDonna Ashworth on poetry, parenting, and her new children’s collection Words Can Fly.
Donna, congratulations on your debut children’s poetry collection Words Can Fly. What inspired you to write for children at this stage in your journey as a poet?I’ve always wanted to return to the very beginning — the place where our mental wellness habits first take…
As parents, many of us know the fear and helplessness that come with rushing a child to A&E. I recently received a heartfelt message from author and former ambulance chaplain Tim Parsons, who has turned his professional and personal experiences into a powerful children’s book series called Paramedic Chris. His story touched me deeply, and I wanted to share it with our London Mums readers in…
Tina Turner by Peter Lindbergh (TASCHEN, £100) is not just a coffee table book; it’s a stunning love letter to one of the most iconic women in music history, seen through the empathetic, artistic lens of the late photographer Peter Lindbergh. Voted Book of the Week by London Mums Magazine, this visually arresting volume captures the electrifying essence of Tina Turner while peeling back the…
Ascent of a Woman by Mhairi Blyth is a powerful, compelling heartfelt memoir tackling trauma, resilience and hope that shines a much-needed light on subjects too often left in the shadows – infertility, miscarriage, early menopause, medical negligence, domestic abuse and family trauma.
With honesty and raw emotion, Blyth takes readers on a journey through some of life’s most painful…
Maxwell D. Phoenix’s The Adventures of Noah and His Magic Pencil Case: A Trip to the Beach is a delightful addition to the world of children’s literature. This enchanting story takes young readers on an imaginative journey, turning everyday objects like pencils, rulers, and calculators into magical friends, sparking creativity and offering valuable lessons along the way.
The book…
Blast Off to Balloonia! A fun-filled graphic novel adventure for young readers. Graphic novels are fast becoming a favourite amongst young readers, bridging the gap between picture books and chapter books with their dynamic storytelling and eye-catching illustrations. One of the latest must-reads in this growing genre is Blue, Barry & Pancakes by Dan Abdo and Jason Patterson, a delightful new…
Book recommendation and I haven’t even finished it – but already love it.
The Book of You – Daily Micro-Actions For a Happier, Healthier You. By various contributors of various walks of life and professions.
The book is broken down into four categories: Food, Mind, Move, and Love.
It is a book designed to use daily to instigate change. By taking the sum of small micro-actions…
Balloons, Bickering & Best Friends: A Chat with the Creators of Blue, Barry & Pancakes! An exclusive London Mums Magazine interview with Dan Abdo & Jason Patterson.
Hi there! We’re so excited to dive into the world of Blue, Barry & Pancakes! If you could join them on one of their adventures, where would you go first and why?
Hi! Thanks so much for spotlighting Blue…
In the world of children’s literature, stories that blend magic with relatable challenges are hard to come by. But Dave Caswell’s latest release, Jovi’s Jumper, does just that, offering a heart-warming adventure that’s sure to captivate young readers aged 8-12.
At the heart of Jovi’s Jumper is Jovi Jones, a young boy who, on the surface, seems like any other child. He grapples with the…