“The story itself is wonderfully imaginative – to the extent that I’m struggling to decide which is my favourite scenario.”

– Madge Ekal Reviews (blog)

“Here’s a book that takes a different slant on piratical tales with the all-absorbing nature of imaginative play at its heart… Deborah Allwright packs plenty of action into her digitally worked scenes of cars and corners, boats and a birthday celebration, castles and crocodiles, diggers and dinosaurs, and much more, making this a super story to share with your little ones.”

– Red Heading Hub (blog)

“This is such a lovely story and reminds us of how much fun can be had if we use our imaginations.”

– Books for Boys (blog)

“This isn’t about pirates at all; it’s rather about finding adventure and imagination in the everyday – and giving yourself permission to be part of that. It’s a great lesson to learn. It’s also a pretty damn great one for adults to be reminded of as well.”

– Did You Ever Stop to Think (blog)

“I thought this was a cleverly written, visually appealing story that is an absolute champion of imagination and the importance of play, as well as a reminder to us grown ups to make time for play, make believe and adventure too!”

– Bellis Does Books (blog)

“You’re Not A Proper Pirate, Sidney Green! is a fun book all about the power of imaginative play.”

– Mini Travellers (blog)