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The Bookshelf

Discover my stories, explore reviews, and enjoy activities for kids.


Welcome to my Bookshelf, where you can explore the worlds of The Songbird Army and The Lost Dragonflies. Here you’ll find all my books, read reviews from readers and educators, and enjoy fun activities and printables that bring the stories to life.

I love creating stories that spark curiosity, imagination, and a love of nature — and the activities are a way for children to dive deeper into the characters and adventures. From quizzes to colouring pages, there’s something for every young reader to enjoy.


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Browse My Books

Discover the stories I’ve written for children, from The Songbird Army to The Lost Dragonflies. Perfect for readers who love nature, adventure, and magic.


Activities & Extras

Bring my stories to life with fun quizzes, colouring pages, and printables. Activities for readers who want to explore my books in a hands-on way.


Other Author's Stories

I enjoy sharing children’s books that celebrate nature. Here are my reviews of other authors’ stories that I think young readers will love.


  • Praise for The Lost Dragonflies

    "A tale of magic, friendship, nature, good vs bad, believing in something, and most of all believing in yourself."

    Caroline Serpell, Author

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  • Praise for The Songbird Army

    Julia  explores friendship and courage, loyalty, loneliness, fear and determination… a perfect way to introduce death and loss in a non-threatening manner to children.”

    Linda’s Book Bag

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  • Praise for The Lost Dragonflies

    “Serious issues are tackled sensitively and age appropriately in a way that helps us learn and grow within the safe pages of this magical story."

    Millie Spark, Author of The Follyford Farm Mystery Series 


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  • Praise for The Songbird Army

    "A book that belongs in every child’s library — sparking conversations about courage, friendship and resilience."

    What'sGoodtoRead.co.uk

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  • Praise for The Lost Dragonflies

    "I was immediately invested in the characters – I wanted to know more about them, what makes them tick and how their part in the story will play out."

    West Country Bumpkin Book Reviews

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  • Praise for The Songbird Army

    “There’s an engaging and entertaining story in The Songbird Army… but it is the themes of the story where the greatest success lies.”

    Linda’s Book Bag

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