February is almost over, though it seems to have dragged rather, despite being the shortest month. I’m always desperate for January and February to be over and spring to start, but inevitably March ends up being barely any warmer or drier anyway! Even April can be hit-or-miss, (but even if it’s a hit you wouldn’t find me bathing in the sea!).

The Curse of Kirrin Island – a fuller review

and

Bill and Allie’s Great Adventure part 2

She was of her time. I think that she was a genius and The Magic Faraway Tree is the most fantastical stuff that she wrote

– Ben Gregor

In response to the question Enid Blyton’s work is still beloved by parents and children around the world, but the writer’s image has taken a knock in recent years due to accusations that she was racist, xenophobic and homophobic. Are you concerned that this could impact the reception of the film? the director of the new Magic Faraway Tree movie gives a pretty good answer.