The Ultimate Book Guide: Over 700 Great Books for 8-12s (2nd edition)

by Daniel Hahn

Other authorsAnne Fine (Introduction), Leonie Flynn (Editor), Susan Reuben (Editor)
Paperback, 2009

Status

Available

Call number

028.162

Publication

A & C Black Publishers Ltd (2009), Edition: 2nd, Paperback, 416 pages

Description

With this book, 8-12s will never again cry, 'What will I read next?' The only reference needed - a fully up-to-date guide to the best children's books around - from classics to titles published to the end of 2003. The funny, friendly and frank recommendations have been personally written for children by many of their favourite and best-known authors including Anthony Horowitz, Jacqueline Wilson, David Almond, Celia Rees, Darren Shan and Dick King-Smith. Each entry is cross-referenced to other books that readers are bound to enjoy. Plus, there are features on the most popular subjects around, including fantasy, animal stories, school stories and adventure. Illustrated with newly commissioned artwork, and book covers.

Awards

Blue Peter Book Award (Winner — 2004)

Language

Physical description

416 p.; 8.19 inches

ISBN

1408104385 / 9781408104385

Local notes

A guide to middle grade children's books up to the early noughties. Includes some interesting recommendations written by many favourite authors including Anthony Horowitz, Jacqueline Wilson, David Almond, Celia Rees, Darren Shan and Dick King-Smith.

Each entry is cross-referenced to other books that may interest readers.
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