6+years
Major and Mynah: Project Puffin
Author: Karen OwenIllustrator: Louise ForshawCallie and Grace are on holiday with their Mynah bird, Bo. When they discover that someone has been secretly tipping oil into the sea, they're determined to solve the mystery! With fun code names, a tense plot and several rescue missions, this is an engaging illustrated chapter book featuring a deaf main character who uses hearing aids. A section at the end also encourages readers to get involved in their local community.
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- Louise Forshaw was shortlisted for the British Book Awards 2025
 
- Disabled representation
 - Female lead
 - Black representation
 
- Diverse cast
 - Challenges gender stereotypes