On Thursday 16th March, bookworms at Litcham School gathered in anticipation to hear the Carnegie shortlist for 2017. Over biscuits (digestives of course) we gave our first impressions of the books. First we ranked them by cover and then blurb proving all too well the famous saying, “Don’t judge a book by its cover.” Favourite books included ” The Smell of Other People’s Houses” and “Salt to the Sea.” “Sputnik’s  Guide to the Galaxy” fared not so well with Litcham readers. This year we have a big group ranging from Yr7s to Yr9s who are all looking forward to putting their literary hats on. This year’s shortlist if fabulous with many topical books such as Zana Fraillion , “The Bone Sparrow” an intensely moving book that offers a new insight into the refugee crisis. There is massive range however . Personally I think will be surprised by Frank Cottrell Boyce’s book as his books are always hilarious but often pack a powerful message. Watch this space as reviews will soon be appearing.  Let the reading begin!