The Judy Moody Mood Journal by Megan McDonald, illustrated by Peter H Reynolds (Candlewick Press, £5.99)

FANS of this young literary genre will be eagerly awaiting an actual diary in which they can secrete their most secret thoughts.

And here it is, a hard-backed precious thing, complete with hologram mood wheel on the front. Inside there are amusing anecdotes, illustrations and sections to fill out.

A perfect stocking-filler for young girls with attitude (and a younger sibling!)

Jackie Harris