Luna Wolf: Animal Wizard by Alesha Dixon (author) and Deise Lino (illustrator)

Our March 2023 Ages 9-10 Book of the Month

Our March 2023 Book of the Month pick for children aged 9 and over is Luna Wolf: Animal Wizard. Whilst volunteering at an animal rescue centre, Luna meets Silver the dog, who is as shy and wary as she is and they become instantly inseparable. One evening, there is a break-in at the rescue centre and when Silver smells danger, he transforms into a wolf to protect Luna. Turns out Luna’s mum was involved in a top-secret project to create super-transforming pets. But when the director of the project wanted to sell these animals on the black market, Luna’s brave mum released them into the wild. Now the villain is hot on their trail, determined to capture them again. Luna is the hero they need to protect them and stop the villain!

TV presenter and bestselling author Alesha Dixon is back with a funny, action-packed adventure perfect for all young animal fans. Great for reluctant readers who wouldn’t usually pick up a book, thanks to the superstar author and animal hook. Perfect for all kids who love their pets, or long for one! This book is smart, funny and stars wonderfully real and relatable characters.

Su – Book Club Editor, Ages 7–11+