Fantasy


A Treasured Classic Revisited

Tim Golden | 16 June 2013
A fitting conclusion to the trials of Mister Toad.

King Arthur has seen better days.

Tim Golden | 03 June 2013
There are no surprises in this Arthurian tale.

Was Snow White’s Evil Stepmother a Victim of Circumstance?

Jennifer Minicus | 27 May 2013
Have you ever wondered what is meant by, "They lived happily ever after?"

A “Must Have” for Every Child’s Personal Library

Jennifer Minicus | 29 April 2013
An absolutely charming collection of stories from the woman who wrote the lyrics to "Morning Has Broken."

In Defence of Fantasy

Clare Cannon | 26 April 2013
Many people tell me they don't have time for fantasy. They prefer to keep their mind in the 'real world'.

Beholding Bee

Jennifer Minicus | 18 April 2013
Being an orphan is never easy.

The Thief Lord

Tim Golden | 18 March 2013
A story about a group of children and how they survive in Venice.

The Silver Nutmeg

Jennifer Minicus | 15 March 2013
Some books beg to be read aloud.

Beyond This Point There Be Dragons

Jennifer Minicus | 03 March 2013
A tongue-in-cheek fairy tale.

The Stravaganza Series

Tim Golden | 28 February 2013
A series about the avenues of escape people choose when faced with difficulties.

Stoneheart

Tim Golden | 06 February 2013
George and Edie learn of a war between the statues of London.

The Brotherband Chronicles

Tim Golden | 25 January 2013
Hal is the classic underdog-come-good.

Spindle’s End

Tim Golden | 20 December 2012
A modern retelling of an old fairy tale for young adults.

The Echorium Sequence

Tim Golden | 03 December 2012
Earth in a mythical pre-history.

The Trumpeter of Krakow

Jennifer Minicus | 17 November 2012
Everyone admires a young, courageous hero.

The Sleeping Sword

Tim Golden | 11 November 2012
Bun Bendle sustains a head injury in a diving accident and is left blind.

Airborn Series

Tim Golden | 31 October 2012
An enjoyable adventure

The Silver Sequence

Tim Golden | 29 September 2012
The first in a fantastical science fiction series.

Shadowmancer

Tim Golden | 20 September 2012
A somewhat confusing fantasy.

The 100 Cupboards Series

Jennifer Minicus | 15 July 2012
I do not usually enjoy creepy stories, but

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