North Manchester Novel Navigators

Create Group Magazine

Freedom Braids
This amazing story follows a girl called Nemy who, guided by the elder 'Big Mother' learns to interpret these intricate hairstyles as paths to FREEDOM and SURVIVAL

Chronicles of a Lizard Nobody
Lizard Nobody, has opened up many doors for me. This book is full of funny jokes, has a massive plot that changed the character's whole confidence by surrounding himself with FRIENDS. One door that has opened for me is I've thought about writing. I think I should try writing something similar to this book that has a big funny plot. It has had a positive input on me so why not give it a try!

Wildful
I loved this book. It helps the fact that when a relative dies, they can be completely forgotten and there will always be a piece of them left that gets passed down through generations. They will always be remembered and never forgotten. It reminds me of how one friend could turn a bad day into a good day and someone's mood to a good mood. They will always be kind, respectful and listen. And will never bully or betray you.

Birdie
Birdie stands out because of her confidence and bravery. Even when life's difficult. She arrives at a new place but she still finds the courage to speak up (something I could never do), stay hopeful and be herself. Her confidence makes her easy to admire and her bravery shows in the show she faces challenges without giving up. These qualities, make her the character you can't help respecting and supporting. Birdie also promotes animal rights by showing how badly the ponies and horses were treated in the Mines, this helps the reader understand their suffering. These moments, especially Birdie's kindness towards the animals, makes us care about their well-being. The story changes by showing how Birdie's courage inspires others to take a moment to think how animals should be treated. Through her gentle bond with the ponies, especially Mr duke,show that the animals are also living things who have feelings too and deserve respect and protection 'Birdie' is the winning novel for me this year. It moved me with its powerful story of courage, kindness and hope. I was impressed by the beautiful writing and the way the author brings Birdie's world to life with honesty and a true heart. I hope young readers leave this book knowing that standing up for what's right, even quietly, can change lives.