I don't know what Amy Wilson has running through her veins as she writes but I think it might really be magic -
Snowglobe is one of the most purely original and imaginative children's books I have read this year. Literally spellbinding * Piers Torday *
Beautiful prose, a wholly original premise and filled to the brim with fairytale magic. Perfect reading as the colder nights draw in. -- Abi Elphinstone, author of
Sky SongA spellbinding adventure in a magical and darkly beautiful world . . . utterly captivating -- Sophie Anderson, author of
The House with Chicken LegsA sparkling tale of love and friendship reminiscent of Diana Wynne Jones's magical stories.
Snowglobe shimmers with warmth, family and fairytale magic.
-- Peter Bunzl, author of
CogheartAmy Wilson is the rising star of children's fantasy . . . her prose, like the star-studded landscape, never loses its shine --
Telegraph, Best Children's Books of 2018
Wilson is conjuring up a reputation for darkly mystical stories based on myths and legends and this fast-paced adventure is perfect for dark winter evenings. * Daily Mail and Mail Online *
Wilson is fast becoming one of my favourite storytellers.
Snowglobe is full of imagination, generosity, adventure and warmth. -- Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of
The Girl of Ink and StarsThe perfect middle grade magical fantasy. It's beautifully written in flowing prose . . . by the end, you're almost breathless! * The Bookbag *
Amy is the crowned queen of magical middle grade . . . I devoured it! Full of real emotion and gorgeous imagery, with family and friendship firmly at its heart -- Sarah Driver, author of The Huntress trilogy
Amy Wilson spins magic with her words. Spellbinding. Brilliant. I loved it! -- Eloise Williams, author of
GaslightThis story will envelop readers in its beautiful icy world * LoveReading4Kids *
The most breathtakingly magical fantasy novel I've read in a very long time -- Stephanie Burgiss, author of
The Dragon with a Chocolate HeartA gloriously spellbinding fantasy adventure that shimmers and dances just like the contents of a festive snowglobe * ReadingZone *
There's magic, darkness, light, friendship, tolerance, acceptance and wonder. You can't read this book and not what to see the inside of one of these snowglobes -- Steph, alittlebutalot.wordpress.com
[A] triumph. Sprawling worlds and themes of magic, family and friendship and the whole story is wickedly clever and entrancing -- Ashley Booth, theteachingbooth.wordpress.com
This compelling fantasy adventure features some formidable female characters and illustrates the importance of being true to yourself. * Booktrust *
This is such a cosy read for autumn, involving friendship and magical worlds contained within snowglobes * Bridlington Free Press *
This book would delight such fans of who are hoping to be entranced by a beautiful world of magic and mystery with a hint of danger.
Snowglobe does just that. * Armadillo Magazine *
A captivating and exciting adventure full of mystery, icy magic and malevolence, but it is also a tender and insightful exploration of self-discovery, growing up, friendship and loyalty which cannot help but capture the hearts and imaginations of middle-grade readers. The perfect Christmas gift for young adventurers! * Lancashire Evening Post *
A story of wild winds and bitter frosts with the warmth of friendship at its heart -- Abi Elphinstone, author of
Sky Song, on
A Girl Called OwlOriginal and compelling . . . an unexpected tale of grief, magic and monsters -- Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of
The Girl of Ink & Stars, on
A Far Away Magic