Mockingjay Part 1

Remember, Hunger Games fans, the third part of the trilogy is in cinemas this week. Here is a little taster..

Happy Birthday, Neil Gaiman!

Neil Gaiman was born on November 10, 1960 in Hampshire.  He began his career as a journalist before writing his first graphic novel, 'Violent Cases.'  His work, which ranges from short stories and poetry to screenplays, is enjoyed by audiences young and old. Gaiman’s stories for young readers include Coraline  which was made into a film in 2009.

The World of Norm

Fancy doing some drawing?  Follow the link to draw Norm from the World of Norm books

http://www.theguardian.com/childrens-books-site/gallery/2014/oct/12/donough-o-malley-how-to-draw-norm-world-of-jonathan-meres

SIxth Form and Staff Book Club

Our new book...

Maze Runner Film Release

If you enjoyed The Maze Runner series of books, the film is coming to a cinema near you soon.

 

 

Know any aunties who have appeared in books?

To mark the release of the new David Walliams book, Awful Auntie, why not take a quiz to see how many other aunties you can name from famous books?
http://www.theguardian.com/childrens-books-site/quiz/2014/sep/26/david-walliams-awful-auntie-giveaway-quiz-aunties-abound

Wimpy Kid book 9 trailer

Newport High Book Club

Our new Keystage 5 and staff book club is now up and running.  We are reading 'The Fault In Our Stars' by John Green.  Why not follow us on Twitter at ReadBetweenTheLines @NHS_Readers and see whether we vote it a hit or a miss?

R J Palacio talks about 'Wonder'



 
Follow the link below to read about the inspiration for 'Wonder' and the next Julian chapter:
http://www.theguardian.com/childrens-books-site/2014/sep/16/interview-rj-palacio-wonder

Holiday time!

Have a wonderful summer...and keep reading!