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May I introduce you to one of my heroes when I was a child - Pippi Longstocking!

In 1814 English engineer George Stephenson introduced his first steam locomotive, a traveling engine designed for hauling coal on the Killingworth wagonway, named Blücher.

Them and Us, the sequel to Joe with an E, is being launched next week. Hurrah!  Daisyroots Book Shop is therefore proud to announce that on Saturday 14th December Paul will be here; signing copies of both his books. 

The end of October brings a burst of creativity and spookiness, as Halloween takes centre stage in the Western world. Halloween, celebrated on October 31st, is a holiday where people of all ages dress up in costumes, carve pumpkins, and embark...