“It’s great that Sonia’s experiences driving our buses gave her the idea to write these stories. I love this book; the story and pictures are great and it deserves to be a huge success.”— Ken Bruce, BBC Radio 2

“I thought the story was funny, especially when they got stuck in thick, icky, sticky mud.” — Joseph, 5

“A fabulous book. Big, bright illustrations and a story told in rhyme, makes this a really fun book to encourage children to make their own 'buses' and go on their own adventures. - LoveReading4Kids / Indie books we love

“Beautiful book - the illustrations are brilliant, colourful and funny. Highly recommend.” Goodreads

“Really love this book and illustrations. A must-read for all the family and I’m looking forward to more adventures with Granny Franny.” - Nigel Plaskitt, Executive Producer “Monty and Co”, CBeebies

“I love a book that draws on the author's experience because it makes it seem more real.” https://www.instagram.com/13rebecca13/

“Ruby was sent this amazing book and this is her new favourite.It's a really good book, very funny and shows children the landmarks in London”. https://www.instagram.com/abby_riley_ruby_x/

“The boys absolutely love this. It’s a book full of bright and colourful illustrations featuring Thinkerbell, the talking bus bell - Charlie’s favourite”. https://www.instagram.com/amandadickerson2016/

“Thinkerbell is funny and has a silly voice and does lots of rhyming words. I liked the bus getting stuck in the sticky mud and the fire man coming to save the day”. https://www.instagram.com/amy_motheringarainbow/

“Autumn says - she wishes she could go on a bus like that”. https://www.instagram.com/autumn_rose_and_me/
“This is another amazing book we have been able to find through the magic of social media.”https://www.instagram.com/chelsey.raising.daughters/

“The girls giggled their way through it. They also have a great Granny Franny.” https://www.instagram.com/craftymumofgirls/

“The bright and colourful front cover got Daisy’s attention straight away.” https://www.instagram.com/daisyandherdachshund/

“The story is a brilliant read, teaches children the importance of helping others compassion and to never give up as Granny Franny doesn't !! A great page turn over for everyone”. https://www.instagram.com/danielleurquhartxox/

“ It’s such a lovely story about a pretty epic granny!”. https://www.instagram.com/earlyyearsathome/

“This lovely tale is filled with adventure, mishaps and fun”. https://www.instagram.com/indie_mammy/

“We could relate to it a lot as it is about the unbreakable bonds between grandparents and grandchildren. Aaron loves buses, and this is great to teach more about transport in London”. https://www.instagram.com/life.of.two.toddlers/

“I like Thinkerbell and her drive out of the mud; and the queen waving at the end is kind”.https://www.instagram.com/lifewithchlobee/

“ I have a feeling that Granny Franny will be a firm favourite for a long time”.https://www.instagram.com/lifewithisabella_/

“All the fun and adventure of a bus ride but also supporting bus charities”. https://www.instagram.com/loopyloulaura/

“We all really enjoyed the book and it’s probably one of the kid’s new favourite”. https://www.instagram.com/mamatowildlings/

“The bright and colourful front cover of Granny Franny’s driving her red double bus got Olivia’s attention straight away she loved it”. https://www.instagram.com/mammalife2020/

“The perfect bedtime story filling little minds with big dreams”. https://www.instagram.com/mummyandmex2/

“ A fun, vibrant children's picture book.” https://www.instagram.com/mumsfamilyfun/

“This is loved by my 2 Thumbs up from them!”. https://www.instagram.com/shelley_reynolds85/

“Matilda and Jemima absolutely loved the book. Eagerly pressing Thinkerbell (the bus bell) on pictures of Granny Franny’s Big Red Bus. ‘Ding, Ding, Ding’. https://www.instagram.com/smallhousebigtrips/

“Cacia really enjoys reading it her brother, it is lovely to see them bond over a fabulous book.”https://www.instagram.com/the_2_ccls/

“We love the illustration,so colourful and relatable.” https://www.instagram.com/titilayos_adventures/

“This story was an absolutely spectacular read! ”. https://www.instagram.com/tslittleadventures/

“The book is expertly edited and I rate Granny Franny’s Big Red Bus four out of four stars, and I prescribe it to kids between the ages of four and eight.” — JKO, **** reviewer Online Book Club

“I like Thinkerbell best because she’s funny and I like that the twins have a trampoline.” — Sidney, 10

“Thinkerbell talks too much! But I like the trip when they see The Queen.” — Mo, 6, Leicester

“Granny shifts up a gear to make birthday dreams come true! Love it, a vibrant burst of sunshine.” - C. Lake

“This has been a super book for some of our children, particularly given the eye-catching colours and fast-paced story. I’m looking forward to introducing our students to more adventures. — Delia Gascoigne, Director & Teacher, Hampstead Dyslexia Clinic

“I can imagine her being a great granny to have fun times with” — student, 7, Hampstead Dyslexia Clinic

“The children in my school love this book; we are using it to teach them about transport, compassion and storytelling.” — Paola Burgess, Headteacher Grange Community Junior School, Hampshire

“The illustrations are a delight and even the font is bright and bold. It is lovely that the book was written during the COVID-19 pandemic, with proceeds going to charity.” - Lovereading4kids **** reviewer

“A beautiful book with a serious message of love, caring and helping each other. This book should be in all junior school libraries and bookshelves at home.” — David Adler, Deputy headteacher, Kent

“What a glorious book! My daughter loved it and we will be giving it as a present to our small friends, although there’s as much for big people to enjoy as little people!” - Emily Gray, Mercury Musicals Development

What a fabulous story and idea. I’ve just read it to Charlie and he’s asked if Thinkerbell can come and visit us. I’ve told him that she will have to think about that.!” — ***** Amazon reviewer

“Made me smile as reading it. Loved Fifi the fireball. 5 *s !!! — ***** Amazon reviewer

“Colourful, funny pictures, words to learn, rhymes, and a great story that children can get through at their own pace. And a touch of magic - loved Thinkerbell.” — ***** Ian S. McCartney

“I bought this book for my granddaughter who will love this book as much as I do.” - ***** Mrs. A, Collins

“My wife read this to a class of seven year olds at her school and they absolutely loved it, particularly the rhymes and characters.“ - ***** Nick D

“Granny Franny's Big Red Bus is rather beguiling . It appears to be simple but its clever use of rhyme and sentence structure will engage young readers whilst gently pushing their reading skills. Its funny story and crazy, child like illustrations will amuse young and old alike. Highly recommended .” -***** Mark M