5-Star Book Reviews and Testimonials for RK Alker Childrens Author of funny kids books from Lancashire England UK 5 star

5-Star Book Reviews and Testimonials

5-Star Book Reviews and Testimonials for R.K. Alker Best-Selling Children’s Author of Fangazoo

My Grandad vs The Fangazoo RK Alker Childrens Author of Funny Kids Books from Lncashire England UKHere is a selection of 5-Star Book Reviews and Testimonials which include:

  • 5-Star School Author Day Testimonials
  • 5-Star Book Reviews for the Fangazoo series by R.K. Alker
  • 5-Star Testimonials from Curriculum Development Companies

PLUS: an outline of more than 3 decades of experience in university lecturing, content writing, UK 999 emergency ambulances, media and entertainment as the colourful TV ChilliMan, which propelled R.K. Alker into writing this hilarious children’s adventure book for his own children.

School Author Days 5-Star Testimonials 

“We had a fabulous day with R.K. Alker at our school. The children loved hearing all about what inspired him to become an author and how he came up with some of the ideas for his stories.

R.K. Alker’s passion shone through as he worked with the children and he thoroughly entertained them with his stories. We have had a fantastic response from the children about the day and have had so many entries into the monster competition he set up for them. 

We would highly recommend a visit from R.K. Alker!”

5 Star Reviews for My Grandad vs The Fangazoo written by RK Alker Childrens Author of Funny Kids BooksRuth Daly, English Lead, Our Lady of St Paul Primary School, Heywood.

“R.K. Alker came to school and delighted the children with a day filled with fantastic Fangazoo fun! His reading of his favourite chapters captivated the children’s imagination and ensued some raucous laughter. He invited the children to peek behind the pages of his book by informing them of his inspirations and writing processes; his daughters being two of the greatest. If you would like a passionate author that revels in the comedic possibilities of imaginative stories and the joy it brings to children’s lives, then welcome R.K. Alker and the Fangazoo into your school!”

5 Star Reviews for My Grandad vs The Fangazoo written by RK Alker Childrens Author of Funny Kids BooksJonathan Tilley, English & Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) Lead, Anderton Primary School.

Library Author Day 5-Star Testimonials

“Clitheroe Library was very pleased to welcome R.K. Alker to come and talk to our young customers about how he came to write his very funny book My Grandad vs the Fangazoo. His presentation and accompanying talk were well put together, entertaining and altogether engaging for an audience of very varied ages. He brought the process of writing a book alive and inspired the children to create some fearsome monsters of their own. His hints and tips were ideal to get the creative juices flowing. Thank you, R.K Alker, for enriching our children’s library experience.”

5 Star Reviews for My Grandad vs The Fangazoo written by RK Alker Childrens Author of Funny Kids BooksRebecca Hewitt, Library Officer for Clitheroe Library.

“Author R.K. Alker recently visited Ormskirk Library and ran a really fun workshop for children based on his book “My Grandad vs the Fangazoo.” Although the session had been advertised for ages 7+ invariably much younger children turned up, but Rich was easily able to adapt his workshop to accommodate this. He had the children thoroughly engaged throughout the session which was very interactive and was well-received by both parents and children. The workshop was well organised and was backed up with a PowerPoint presentation. The children absolutely loved creating their own drawings of monsters and had clearly listened to Rich’s ideas he used when creating his own characters. A very enjoyable session.”

5 Star Reviews for My Grandad vs The Fangazoo written by RK Alker Childrens Author of Funny Kids BooksElizabeth Russ, Library Manager, Ormskirk Library.

R.K. Alker is a Passionate Advocate of Learning and Literacy

“I am delighted that OFSTED is heavily promoting literacy post-lockdown.

My goal is to help kids grow by writing children’s fiction books that are funny, exciting, engaging and inspirational.

I passionately promote reading to produce positive effects on primary school child literacy and the resultant academic improvements and success.

When I am not enjoying time with my family, I write poems and funny fiction books for my kids. I love being transported into imaginary adventures full of heroes, villains and beasties!

My funny kids’ books are written to include important themes such as:

  • Love
  • Greed
  • Positivity
  • Faith to find a way when there appears to be none!
  • Coming-of-age
  • The bond between grown-ups and children

… and ALWAYS a HAPPY ENDING!”

What Are R.K. Alker’s Books About?

R.K. (RiK) Alker’s latest books are about a dragon-like monster named The Fangazoo, derived from an Australian prehistoric beast. The books are female-led, fun and frantic coming-of-age adventures containing discrete education.

What Can We Expect from an Author Visit?

RK Alker funny kids author talking to kids at a primary school visit in Lancashire England UKA typical full author visit can contain:

  1. Each class for 15 minutes(ish) (or selected classes if you prefer)
  2. Short presentation
  3. Reading
  4. Workshop
  5. Activity
  6. Competition for a signed copy of the book for KS1 and KS2 i.e. 2 book prizes

Followed by a:

  1. Book signing
  2. Donation of my book to the school library

Who is R.K. Alker Children’s Author?

RK Alker Children’s Author Grower Cook Food Evangelist Chilli Grower Children's Entertainer Dad Emergency 999 Ambulances NHS Keyworkers witha child and a stethoscope
R.K. Alker Children’s Author in his uniform of the UK 999 Emergency Ambulances

R.K. Alker is an Amazon Best-Selling local children’s author from Adlington near Chorley in Lancashire, England.

R.K. Alker’s decade on the 999 ambulances taught him about positivity in crisis situations and he wrote his first children’s book for his own kids, whilst recovering from career-ending injuries helping save someone.

His half-century history of service to the country includes:

  • A university lecturer
  • A primary school manager
  • Professional curriculum development companies use his content
  • Content writing for web and publication
RK Alker Children's Author as the award winning Chilliman from Little Green Men with 5-star book reviews and testimonials from faith school author visits reading funny kids books from Chorley Lancashire England UK
The ChilliMan – R.K. Alker Children’s Author’s Creation (& Dream PR Client!)

R.K. (RiK) Alker is also famous for being the TV ChilliMan aficionado and a champion of local producers. The height of his fame was during the early rise of local producers and celebrity chefs from 2000 onwards—the contemporary term is now “Food Evangelist!”

RK Alker ran the huge, most northerly and possibly largest chilli growing and artisan chilli product production facility in the country!

He found fame on TV, Radio and in print and was often seen on mainstream TV stations such as:

  • Gary Rhodes Local Food Heroes Finalist
  • Gordon Ramsay’s F-Word Final Channel 4
  • ITV1 My North West
  • BBC1 News, Radio & BBC Website
  • BBC Chinese Food Made Easy
  • The Chilliman TV Show
  • Southport Flower Show First Prize
  • The BBC Good Food Show
RK Alker Childrens Author of funny kids books as The ChilliMan from Little Green Men with The Hairy Bikers at BBC Good Food Show NEC from Chorley Lancashire England
The ChilliMan AKA R.K. Alker Kids’ Author with the Hairy Bikers on Stage at the BBC Good Food Show, NEC.

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R.K. Alker Children’s Author was often in the company of celebrity chefs such as:

Gino DAcampo Press and RK Alker Funny Childrens Author of Funny Kids Books during his chilli man days of Little Green Men in Chorley Lancashire England UK Tel 01772970190 1500x2121
Gino D’Acampo at Bolton Food & Drink Festival where R.K. Alker Children’s Author was Event Stage Compere
  • Gino D’Acampo
  • James Martin
  • Simon Rimmer
  • The Hairy Bikers

 

Teaching and Curriculum Development Experience

R.K Alker is an ex-University Lecturer and professional school curriculum content providers use his children’s content. He is experienced in creating and delivering content and resources for school author visit workshops and assemblies.

 

5-Star Book Reviews and Testimonials From Curriculum Development Organisations

teacher reading a book at a primary school author visit by RK Alker Childrens Author England“After carrying out research for our new Lancashire version of our Learning Means the World Curriculum, I came across Richard and his brilliant books. We have since included Richard’s name in our curriculum as a guide for teachers in Lancashire for a local children’s author.”

5 Star Reviews for My Grandad vs The Fangazoo written by RK Alker Childrens Author of Funny Kids BooksHannah Homa, Dimensions Curriculum Ltd.

 

5-Star Book Reviews and Testimonials From Readers of My Grandad vs The Fangazoo by R.K. Alker

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RK ALKER’S LATEST BOOK – My Grandad vs The Fangazoo

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A laugh-out-loud, wonderfully entertaining action-adventure for age 7 upwards

A top-secret expedition unfolds for sisters Frankie and Charlie when they find the Fangazoo clue in crazy captain Sam’s rhyme. Can their archaeologist grandad complete one last BIG adventure with the girls and their cousins? Plunged into a hostile kingdom, how long before they face the Fangazoo? And, can they escape?

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Key Stage 2 (KS2)

My Grandad vs The Fangazoo for Key Stage 2—this secret, coming-of-age dragon quest unfolds in a stunning black and white illustrated children’s tale overflowing with laugh-out-loud moments and unforgettable characters.

Fangazoo is packed with fun information and learning for ages 7 upwards.

What is the story of My Grandad vs The Fangazoo in Brief?

R.K. (RiK) Alker’s dragon-like Fangazoo is derived from an Australian prehistoric beast. The books are female-led, fun and frantic coming-of-age adventures containing discrete education.

“A laugh-out-loud wonderfully entertaining adventure for age 7 upwards!”

Two sisters aged 8 and 11 and their three cousins sneak away from a family wedding in Bermuda with their ageing explorer grandad and embark on a voyage with a crazy captain and inventor to find the Fangazoo.

5 Star Reviews for My Grandad vs The Fangazoo written by RK Alker Childrens Author of Funny Kids Books Absolutely Amazing Children’s Book for a Wide Range of Ages

“Our children age 5 and 7 absolutely loved this from start to finish. Normally, they get a little disinterested with books of this size, but this one captured their interest all the way through. So funny and the kids were gripped, can’t wait to read more from this writer!”

 

5 Star Reviews for My Grandad vs The Fangazoo written by RK Alker Childrens Author of Funny Kids BooksAbsolutely Brilliant!

“This book was just a fabulous read, such a funny interesting read, fantastic for children, but I loved it as an adult.”

 

5 Star Reviews for My Grandad vs The Fangazoo written by RK Alker Childrens Author of Funny Kids BooksBrilliant Read!

“Read by a year 6 class as their class reader. Loved by all!”

My Grandad vs The Fangazoo by R.K. Alker

5-Star Book Reviews and Testimonials From Readers of the Fangazoo Colouring and Activity Book:1 for Boys & Girls Ages 4 5 6 7 8 by R.K. Alker

Paperback My Grandad vs The Fangazoo Colouring & Activity Book 1 for Ages 4-8 Activities including Puzzles Mazes Dot-to-Dot Word Search Spot The Difference Counting Adding Number Bonds to 10 & Cursive Writing with 5-Star Book Reviews and Testimonials
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Key Stage 1 (KS1)

The Fangazoo Colouring and Activity Book contains discrete education for Key Stage 1 including the original artwork from The Fangazoo and contains:

  • 50 Pages of Colouring
  • Drawing
  • Puzzles
  • Mazes
  • Word Searches
  • Spot The Difference
  • Dot-to-Dot

PLUS, Fun Educational Activities:

  • Counting & Adding Up
  • Number Bonds to 10
  • Guided Cursive Letter & Number Writing

BUY THE FANGAZOO COLOURING & ACTIVITY BOOK NOW on AMAZON CLICK HERE

5 Star Reviews for My Grandad vs The Fangazoo written by RK Alker Childrens Author of Funny Kids Books Great Activity Book for Kids

“I bought my two kids a copy of this activity book at a local literary event. My daughter is 5 and loves completing the mazes, colouring and dot-to-dot puzzles. My son is 3, so he’s more into the colouring at the moment, but there’s plenty of that for him! It’s a good introduction to the characters of the book, which I hope we’ll read together when they’re a little older.”

Fangazoo Colouring and Activity Book:1 for Boys & Girls Ages 4 5 6 7 8 by R.K. Alker

 

My Grandad vs The Fangazoo RK Alker Childrens Author of Funny Kids Books from Lancashire England UK 5-Star Book Reviews and Testimonials

About R.K. Alker Children’s Author

30 years of university lecturing, content writing, media & entertainment as the colourful TV ChilliMan cultivated this hilarious children’s adventure book written for my own kids.

A tragic personal plot twist was the positive writing catalyst that presented the most unusual opportunity to achieve my dream of writing a children’s book.

After saving 6000 lives on the NHS front lines, I was injured helping someone, which ended my career on the 999 emergency ambulances in my 50th year. In recovery from my injuries, I was unable to play with my kids. I engaged my passion to write for them in a whacky adventure where we ran & played together.

Fun fact! Two decades ago, I left university teaching & found fame as a whacky chilli grower & champion of local producers.

As a new voice in children’s fiction, may I share that funny action-adventure book written for my children, with yours?

5-Star Book Reviews & Testimonials FAQ Frequently Asked Questions

Is My Grandad vs The Fangazoo by R.K. Alker a 5-Star Review Book?

Yes, both children's books have received many 5-Star reviews from satisfied readers:

*My Grandad vs The Fangazoo, and

*The Fangazoo Colouring and Activity Book:1 for Boys & Girls Ages 4 5 6 7 8

by R.K. Alker.

How do I leave a book review for Fangazoo written by R.K. Alker Children’s Author?

To publish an Amazon book review:

*Search for “Fangazoo” or “My Grandad vs The Fangazoo” on Amazon

*Click on the relevant book in the series

*Select Paperback or Kindle

*On the left-hand side of the page CLICK “Write a customer review”

How do I leave a testimonial for Fangazoo written by R.K. Alker Children’s Author?

To submit a testimonial:

*Go to WWW.RKALKER.COM

*CLICK “Contact” or “Contact Details”

*Enter the details in the online form and CLICK “Submit”

*Or, send an email to: kidsbooks@rkalker.com

What Can We Expect from an Author Visit by R.K. Alker Children's Author?

A typical full author visit can contain:

*Each class for 15 minutes(ish) (or selected classes if you prefer)

*Short presentation

*Reading

*Workshop

*Activity

*Competition for a signed copy of the book for KS1 and KS2 i.e. 2 book prizes

Followed by a:

*Book signing

*Donation of his book to the school library

Where was R.K. Alker a University Lecturer?

R.K. Alker was a university lecturer and course leader in economics and business at The University of Central Lancashire, Preston, England.

What Are R.K. Alker’s Books About?

R.K. (RiK) Alker’s latest books are about a dragon-like monster named The Fangazoo, derived from an Australian prehistoric beast. The books are female-led, fun and frantic coming-of-age adventures containing discrete education.

What is the story of My Grandad vs The Fangazoo about?

Fangazoo is an exciting, fictitious adventure in which two sisters and their three cousins sneak away from a family wedding in Bermuda with their ageing explorer grandad and embark on a voyage with a crazy captain and inventor to find the Fangazoo.

Is The Funny Fangazoo Kids’ Book Female-Led?

Yes. The female lead is taken by two sisters aged 8 and 11 on this laugh-out-loud, wonderfully entertaining adventure for age 7 upwards.

Does My Grandad vs The Fangazoo contain discrete education?

Yes. Fangazoo for Key Stage 2 (KS2) is packed with fun information and learning for ages 7 upwards.

*The accompanying Key Stage 1 (KS1) book: Fangazoo Colouring & Activity Book 1 for Ages 4-8 is specifically targeted at learning and discrete education.

…see more on the website: WWW.RKALKER.COM or Amazon.

 

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RK Alker is an author of funny children’s books from Lancashire, England, United Kingdom, Earth!

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R.K. Alker is a Famous, Funny, Celebrity Children’s Author, Grower, Cook, Local Food Evangelist and an injured 999 Emergency Ambulanceman. His love for growing chillies made him the country’s highest profile chilli grower, champion of local producers and star of TV, radio and press.

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RK Alker is an author of funny children’s books, a famous chilli grower, cook, local food evangelist and food and drink event specialist from Lancashire, England, United Kingdom, Earth!

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My little girls think R.K. Alker is The World’s Best Kids’ Author.

R.K. Alker is also The Chilliman from Little Green Men a master of The Ancient Lancastrian Art of Ecky Thump! and can be found on Instagram, Blogger.com & Yell