MaryEsther Judy
@fallenstarmary
Childrens books reader, reviewer, blogger & editor; artist; weaver of words & wool; and good human (I hope)
I Am An Illustrator by Kertu Sillaste:exploration into the creative mind of an illustrator; dynamic, interactive, vibrant; grabs your attention; perfect for home or classroom. Just amazing! @graffegbooks.bsky.social #PictureBooks #EncourageCreativity fallenstarstories.wordpress.com/2026/08/06/w...
Just Another Dead Boy by @kellymccaughrain.bsky.social if you knew the exact date of your death; what would you want: a full-on twist to Romeo & Juliet; intriguing, powerful & outstanding; it sticks with you; haunts you. @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social fallenstarstories.wordpress.com/2026/08/11/j...
Hello my friends...I'm back! Finally!!! I'm going to pop up a few reviews you've been missing, but in the meantime here are a couple of photos from yesterdays' eclipse. One as it started, one from the "pinhole projector" (ie: cardboard with a hole in it.)
Happy Book Birthday to...The Bookshop Sisters by Sarah Webb: historical fiction matched with a tale of two sisters & the importance of books & bookshops; adventurous, funny, poignant;one to read again & again. It is a joy! @theobrienpress.bsky.social fallenstarstories.wordpress.com/2026/05/04/t...
Happy May Day & Beltaine Blessings. Full moon tonight...and I have a May Day iris...first bloom of the season. #MayDay2026 #BeltaineBlessings
Secret of the Selkies by Laura Keohane:a long, lonely summer, an unexpected adventure into the waves: an old legend made new again; full of heart &happiness; exciting, captivating, bold and brave…a most magical adventure. @theobrienpress.bsky.social fallenstarstories.wordpress.com/2026/04/28/s...
The Case of the Disappearing Double by Brian Gallagher pitch-perfect pace, intriguing, absorbing, bold, with a huge helping of heart & empathy; just a fabulous mystery. Read this book…in fact, read them all. @theobrienpress.bsky.social fallenstarstories.wordpress.com/2026/04/27/t...
Piper At The Gates Of Dusk by Patrick Ness, illustrated by Jim Kay: returning to the world of Chaos Walking in a new series; exceptional, compelling, thought-provoking, world-shattering; complex & simply breathtaking @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social fallenstarstories.wordpress.com/2026/04/20/c...
Finders of Silverthorn Forest: The Faraway Adventure by Rachel Chivers Khoo, illustrator, Laura Catalán: story of deep friendship, family ties, adventure & nature; utterly enchanting, imaginative & full of wonder & charm. @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social fallenstarstories.wordpress.com/2026/04/16/o...
While in Limerick, there were pretty little bunches of cowslip gathering along the pavement. Back home again, the wild primroses have popped up again, as have a cluster of honesty. #wildflowerhour @wildflowerhour.bsky.social
The House With Chicken Legs Runs Away by Sophie Anderson: a poignant & much welcome return to Marinkas' world; profound, exciting, adventurous, magical & wrapping us in a blanket of life with all its’ wonder. Poignant & simply beautiful. fallenstarstories.wordpress.com/2026/04/08/t...
From The Top, Sally Flynn by Méabh Collins: Sally Flynn, dramatic teen, takes us on a true-to-life, theatrical adventure encouraging you to be exactly who you are; funny, vibrant, full of heart & thoroughly enjoyable. @theobrienpress.bsky.social fallenstarstories.wordpress.com/2026/04/06/f...
Happy Publication Day to... What's That Spooky Sound? by @gerrydalyart.bsky.social: the storm leaves a mystery to be solved;charming tale of friendship & bravery; delightful,heartwarming, & filled with little surprises. @theobrienpress.bsky.social fallenstarstories.wordpress.com/2026/04/02/w...
Heroes of Light and Shadow by Conor Forrest: ancient Irish legends brought into the real world: a gripping, exciting exploit; cleverly written, fast-paced, head-spinning sometimes & intriguing. @theobrienpress.bsky.social #DiscoverIrishKidsBooks fallenstarstories.wordpress.com/2026/03/31/h...
Ah, clocks...remember clocks? Well, the clocks go forward tonight. So if you have them, change them. I make it a little ritual. It's nice. #clocksgoforwardtonight #clocksgoforward2026 #itsthesimplethings
Daily Bear: LB has a picture book of happiness: A Friend For Tiny Ghost by Tatyana Feeney: charming, sweet, cheerful, w/ a subtle message about being observant & friendship. It really is delightful & a great book to share. @theobrienpress.bsky.social fallenstarstories.wordpress.com/2026/03/26/a...
Magic is everywhere.... Small Magics by @alexdunnewrites.bsky.social : intriguing adventure of family, friendship & magic; full of action, danger, hope & heart, enchanting, unexpected, captivating. I absoloutely adored it! @theobrienpress.bsky.social fallenstarstories.wordpress.com/2026/03/23/m...
Today is the day! The balance between day & night, light & dark is here. From this point, the daylight grows longer. And by some quirk of the weather, the sun is shining down on Ireland. Happy Spring Equinox and Blessed Ostara to you all! 🏵🌼🌸 (artwork designed by the ArtfulHare) #springequinox2026☀️🌱
Daily Bear: LB has a brilliant story for you here! 4 little bears run & hide & dive across the forest. Big Bear Is Coming! by Anuska Allepuz: engaging, endearing & super fun family romp; gentle, delightful, completely joyous. @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social fallenstarstories.wordpress.com/2026/03/18/u...
Happy St Patricks Day! Là Fèile Pàdraig Sona Daoibh ☘️ #láféilepádraigsonadaoibh #stpatricksday☘️
Daily Bear: LB has a wonderful story of friendship, lending a hand & putting others first. Lion In A Hurry by Tiphanie Beeke: a fable-like tale; charming, thoughtful, entertaining and relatable; a perfect story to share. @graffegbooks.bsky.social fallenstarstories.wordpress.com/2026/03/17/l...
A quick shout-out for two of my favourite picture books from 2025, out now in paperback. Badger Books by Paddy Donnelly and Milo and the Mountain by Jamie Carroll. Both, in a word, fabulous! @theobrienpress.bsky.social fallenstarstories.wordpress.com/2026/03/13/o...
Happy Publication Day to... Where Are You, Eddie? by Michael Rosen; & Gill Smith: a tender, poignant exploration of loss & remembering; gentle, quietly sad & joyful at once; wonderful, comforting & reassuring for all of us. @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social fallenstarstories.wordpress.com/2026/03/12/h...
Five Generations of the brilliant and bold women in my family. Happy International Womens Day! #InternationalWomensDay2026
Happy World Book Day 2026! In which I feature a few of the fabulous WBD books. @worldbookdayuk.bsky.social #FallenStarStories #WorldBookDay2026 #WorldBookDayIreland fallenstarstories.wordpress.com/2026/03/06/h...
Happy World Book Week! Are you ready for World Book Day this Thursday! @worldbookdayuk.bsky.social
Happy Book B'day to The Upside-Down Lighthouse by Paddy Donnelly!!! Explore again with Meara & Grandad as they sail across a foggy sea. Joyous, intriguing, delightful,full of wonder; just magical. See the world upside-down. @theobrienpress.bsky.social fallenstarstories.wordpress.com/2026/03/02/m...
Return to Tales of DarkIsle! Nell on Earth by @daveruddenwrites.bsky.social, illustrated by Ali Al Amine: another spine-tingling, nonstop horror awaits; the kind of book kids love to read; suspenseful, chilling, imaginative...filled with heart, humour fallenstarstories.wordpress.com/2026/03/01/r...
Daily Bear: LB Koala has another lovely book to share! Mimi the Dancing Bee by Eoin O'Brien & Estrela Lourenco: pure delight; fun, adventurous, charming…an utter wonder. A perfect tale to start the Spring season with. @theobrienpress.bsky.social fallenstarstories.wordpress.com/2026/02/26/m...