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  Living in an era of technology can make reading books a lot more convenient and immersive. However, many argue that reading digitally doesn’t compare to reading a physical book and can’t be considered reading . I’d love it if you could put your opinion in the comments! An eBook is essentially a book read via a screen/ the internet. I’m not strongly one-sided in this debate; while eBooks are far more versatile than bound books, nothing can replace reading a gripping paperback, or turning the pages of a book passed down for generations. In this post I’ll be looking at the pros and cons of eBooks, and whether physical books are things of the past. Pro: eBooks are more versatile and can be personalised When reading a digital book, you can change things such as the font and size, a feature many will find extremely useful. In addition, most online reading platforms have a feature which means you can highlight and define any word in the book. This is especially useful if you are studyin...

  Stanley Yelnats has always had bad luck; but he never could have imagined it would have landed him in a juvenile detention centre for a crime he didn’t commit. Every day, he and six other boys have to dig a hole each a day, in order to “build character”- and if they find anything interesting, they are to report it to the Warden immediately. But is there more to it than that? Writing Style Although Holes is aimed at kids/teens, the writing didn’t seem simple and patronising to younger readers. The story line was developed and complex, making for an interesting read. At the same time, the book was readable and didn’t use unnecessary words and phrases. It also touches upon issues such as racial segregation and sexism, which I thought was a good way to introduce young people to these issues.  Holes is quite a short read- it could probably be finished in a day- but I did feel this meant it was tied up quite hastily, and a lot of random things happened all at once.  Character...

Every year, April 2nd is national Autism Awareness Day. To mark the event, these are my top 3 books with autistic main characters! 1. The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon In  The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, the narrator and detective Christopher Boone is autistic. He likes maths and cars, and hates the colours yellow and brown. When a neighbour’s dog is killed, Christopher sets out to solve the mystery of who did it- while also discovering other things about his past. I thought the book was quite easy to read, and Christopher was a really interesting character to read about. 2. The Infinite by Patience Agbabi Children born on the 29th of February (Leaplings) are extremely rare; rarer still are Leaplings with The Gift. The Gift is the ability to leap through time, and Elle has never before used it- until on her 12th birthday, when she goes on a school trip to 2048, 28 years in the future. But Elle has larger concerns than a school trip-...

Image credit:  Worldbookday.com On 4th March, children all over the world will be dressing up in celebration of World Book Day 2021. Every year, schools hand out £1 vouchers which can be exchanged for a selection of specific books: these are the books on offer this year! For younger children, the available books are:   There's A Wolf In Your Book by Tom Fletcher What The Ladybird Heard Story Play by Julia Donaldson Gigantosaurus Dino-spot by Jonny Duddle Luna Loves World Book Day by Joseph Coelho The other books are: 1.  Skulduggery Pleasant: Apocalypse Kings by Derek Landy Since 2007 Skulduggery Pleasant has been one of the best-selling children's books, with a 14th book coming out later this year. In this story, three ancient gods are released from prison, with the intent to destroy the planet and everyone on it. To save the world, Skulduggery and Valkyrie Cain go undercover in a school, and must act completely natural. They must blend in like everyone else. After readi...

Tracy Beaker, one of the nation’s most loved children’s book characters, returned to screens on Friday: this time as a mum! To celebrate the release of the new show, here’s a look back at the history of Tracy Beaker. Origin In 1991, Tracy burst onto the scene of children’s books in The Story of Tracy Beaker  by Jacqueline Wilson. Tracy was a ten year old girl living in a children’s home, who often came across as mean and bossy- when really, she just wanted a loving family. The book was incredibly successful, and is still as popular today. Several more books were written about Tracy, including The Dare Game (2002), Starring Tracy Beaker (2006) and My Mum Tracy Beaker (2018). What I Love About The Story Of Tracy Beaker I think Tracy is a really entertaining character to read about, and I liked all the quirky drawings throughout the book. I highly recommend all the stories! TV Adaptations  The Story of Tracy Beaker was made into a a TV series of the same name and aired until 2005...

  As next Sunday is Valentine’s Day, you may be stuck for ideas for gifts. Here are some presents for the book lover in your life! 1.  Personalised Heart Bookmark, Not on the High Street   Image: HurleyBurley/Not On The High Street £9.50 A handy and thoughtful gift, this bookmark is made with quality Italian leather and arrives in either a pouch or a gift book with a ribbon. It is available in red, pink, blue green, black and more, and the initials are available in many different colours. Perfect for anyone who can never seem to find find a bookmark to mark their book! 2.  Book Cover Necklace, Etsy Image: FromNewLeaf/Etsy £14.50+ This cute necklace is great for a partner who is obsessed with one specific book or series. The pendant is an intricately detailed replica of a book cover and spine of your choice, and comes in two different sizes. Overall, a thoughtful and personal gift. 3.  Shakespearean Love Mug, The Literary Gift Company Image: The Literary Gift Com...