George’s Cosmic Treasure Hunt by Lucy and Stephen Hawking – review
BookTrain125: 'I would recommend this to people who have a taste for adventurous and exciting books'
Pottermore goes back to school with new content
JK Rowling's online Harry Potter universe Pottermore provides new schoolbooks and spells for fans, including an interactive version of the Chamber of Secrets
China Mieville: ‘My job is not to try to give readers what they want but to try to make readers want what I give’ – interview
SkellieScar, a 12-year-old children's books site member, talks to China Mieville about his new book, Railsea, covering ampersands, steampunk, science fiction, the environment and scary moles along the way
Roald Dahl funny prize: David Walliams scores shortlist hat-trick
Walliams faces fierce competition from authors including Frank Cottrell Boyce, Mark Lowery, Josh Lacey and Jamie Thomson
Summer’s Dream by Cathy Cassidy – review
radical_reader_robin: 'I think Summer's Dream is a great book'
Ahoy! Pirates!
It's International Talk Like a Pirate Day, me hearties. Discover author Justin Somper's favourite pirate books, read kids' reviews of piratical-themed reads, and tell us about your favourite pirate stories
Uncommon Criminals by Ally Carter – review
piglover: 'I like the story lines and the writing style but won't boast about how fantastic this book is.'
13 Curses by Michelle Harrison – review
HorseLover3000'A great read'
Young Critics competition – just a few days left to enter!
The closing date is Monday 24 September so get tapping away to be in with a chance of winning book tokens and sets of books
Sky Hawk by Gill Lewis – review
Sapphirebooklover: 'Sky Hawk is a touching book, sad, happy and exciting, and sometimes all at the same time.'
Rebel Heart by Moria Young – review
HorseLover3000An alright book, yes. But compared to the fast paced action, tense moments and excitement of Blood Red Road?! Nothing.
Mistress of the Storm by M. L. Welsh – review
Valentine: 'This is a thrilling magical novel with a hint of mystery, which many children will enjoy.'
The Penderwicks by Jeanne Birdsall – review
Mars Bar27'if you like Jacqueline Wilson or Cathy Cassidy and a twist of adventure, you'll like this'