I read dozens of chapter books each year thanks to my book clubs. Here's a round-up of my favourites from last year. Interestingly, in 2022, there were only three chapter books I really loved. This year, there are ten! Most of these are book club reads, so they're books children have enjoyed reading too! Gobi Goes ViralI love Vibha Batra's sense of humour, and that's why Gobi Goes Viral is one of the first books we'll be reading at the February 2024 edition of my book club! A story about friendship, music, and determination, it's about embracing and understanding difference in the most matter-of-fact way. It is both silly and profound, funny and serious. If you haven't read it yet, pick it up!Book activitiesBook reviewStrangus Derangus and Other Adventures of Little Shambu I'm always skeptical of books that draw on beloved characters from my childhood. For instance, I … [Read more...]
Gupshup Goes to Prison
Why do some books sit on my shelves for months before I get around to reading them? I bought my copy of Gupshup Goes to Prison in August last year. In September, I met author Arefa Tehsin at the Neev Literature Festival and got my copy signed. I finally read it today!And what a fun book it is. Featuring a boy, a cat, an amateur detective, and a pair of twins, it sparkles because of the characters. I love the twins Che and Guevara best of all! They're experts at getting the best deal in any given situation, and I could learn a thing or two from them. Khalid wants to find his cat? He has to make a deal with Che and Guevara.Amateur detective Kodi wants a client? He has to make a deal with Che and Guevara too. Smart and sassy, they're my favourite characters in the story, making me marvel and chuckle at their entrepreneurship.While being a fun story, Gupshup Goes to Prison is also … [Read more...]