Olly Brown, God of Hamsters by Bethany Walker (author) and Jack Noel (illustrator)

Our May 2023 Ages 7-8 Book of the Month

Our Book of the Month for Age 7+ is Olly Brown, God of Hamsters by Bethany Walker. For any kid who ever wanted a hamster: Careful what you wish for! Olly Brown never gets to take home the class hamster as his overprotective dad won’t allow any pets. But then the most amazing thing happens: a hamster shows up in Olly’s house anyway! This new hamster, Tibbles, is part of a whole civilization of super-advanced, intelligent hamsters who seem to be worshipping Olly…as a god? This is so awesome! But how is it possible?

This is a laugh-out-loud story about a shy boy learning to embrace the limelight that will melt readers’ hearts. Hilariously illustrated throughout by Jack Noel, this is a perfect book for reluctant readers and fans of Charlie Changes into a Chicken and Pamela Butchart.

Emma – Book Club Editor, Ages 7-11+