Giles’ gems
Each month award-winning children’s author Giles Paley-Phillips picks three of the best reads for kids.
Broken Sky by L.A. Wetherley
Usbourne £6.99
A truly original and unique YA novel from the best-selling author of the ANGEL series. Set in an alternative 1940s where clashes in the sky help to maintain the peace. Wonderfully written with rich detail and I’m really very excited for the next book!
For ages 14+
The Lion Inside by Rachel Bright and Jim Field
Orchard Books £6.99
A lovely rhyming tale that fizzes off the page about a mouse looking for his roar, with fantastic illustrations by the brilliant Jim Field.
For ages 2-6 years
Lexiland by Suzi Moore
Hodder £6.99
Secrets uncovered, mysteries unravelled and a friendship to last forever. A beautifully written story of grief and friendship by the super talented Suzi Moore. A book that will make you laugh and cry.
For ages 12+
Giles was born in East Sussex in 1977 and grew up on the south coast. His book ‘The Fearsome Beastie’ (Maverick Arts Publishing) won The People’s Book Prize 2012, as well as the Heart of Hawick Children’s Book Award 2013, the Bizziebaby Gold Award, and Highly Commended in The Forward National Literature Award in the US. 2016 will see the release of a CG animated short film of ‘The Fearsome Beastie’ starring Brian Blessed and Alison Steadman.
