How To Organise An Effective Quiet Reading Time | Series 1, Episode 14
Season 1, Episode 14 of the School Reading List podcast. New book post, 30 great books for September 2023 and how to organise quiet reading time.
Recommended reading books for primary & secondary aged children in the UK
Isi Hendrix is an author of children’s fiction. According to her official website and publisher sources, she is the author of the middle grade fantasy novel Adia Kelbara and the Circle of Shamans, which was published by Usborne in 2023. The book follows the story of Adia Kelbara, a girl who discovers her magical abilities and becomes involved in a world of shamans and ancient powers.
Hendrix has a background that includes living in multiple countries across three continents, as noted on her official website. Her experiences have influenced her writing, particularly in the creation of diverse characters and settings. She has also worked as a mental health counsellor, which informs some of the themes in her work.
Adia Kelbara and the Circle of Shamans was selected as Waterstones Children’s Book of the Month in September 2023, as confirmed by Waterstones and publisher announcements. The novel has been recognised for its imaginative world-building and exploration of identity and belonging.
Isi Hendrix’s debut novel, Adia Kelbara and the Circle of Shamans, was published by Usborne in 2023.
Season 1, Episode 14 of the School Reading List podcast. New book post, 30 great books for September 2023 and how to organise quiet reading time.
Here’s our selection of top new titles coming out in Autumn 2023. These reading recommendations include picture books, early and middle-grade fiction; young adult novels and non-fiction.
Adia Kelbara is an exceptional read. With a brilliant main protagonist who leaps off the page, this book is alive with discussion points. The eminently satisfying conclusion leaves the reader wanting more.
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