
Nero the Hero is going on tour with Rachel's Random Resources, if you wish to participate please contact me on rachel@rachelsrandomresources.com with your name, blog name, preferred post type and availability.

Nero the Hero by Samantha Mattocks
Target Age: Children & MG (ages 8 -12 years)
Genre: Fantasy
Tour Dates: 25th June - 1st July 2026
Publication Date: 25th June 2026
Estimated Page Count: 88
Standalone First book in the Nero the Hero series
Formats available: Epub & UK Paperbacks
Types of post available: Reviews (preferred), extracts, guest posts and Q&As
Prepare to meet your new favourite superhero as Nero the Hero reveals his secret!
Nero is no ordinary dog. This miniature schnauzer has a beard, a bark, and a secret. When danger strikes, he transforms into Nero the Hero, a powerful protector with extraordinary abilities.
Alongside his human, twelve-year-old Jack, Nero dives into fast-paced adventures filled with mystery, heart, and just a touch of fun. But when Jack makes a brave mistake and finds himself in real danger, Nero must face his greatest challenge yet to save his best friend alone.
Perfect for readers aged 8-12, this highly illustrated chapter book blends action-packed fantasy with an engaging, accessible style, making it ideal for reluctant readers and confident young bookworms alike. With short chapters and dynamic illustrations, Nero the Hero is a thrilling start to a children’s fantasy series about friendship, bravery, and daring rescues.
Fans of Claude and The Hounds of Penhallow Hall will love this action-filled adventure starring a heroic dog and the boy who believes in him.
From the author of the popular Magical Mister Mishkins series, Samantha Mattocks introduces a bold new hero first seen in The Magic of Mister Mishkins. Beautifully illustrated by Gerda Smit, this is a story full of adventure, loyalty, and the power of believing in something extraordinary.
About Samantha Mattocks
Samantha Mattocks is best known for her highly illustrated Middle Grade books in The Magical Mister Mishkins series. Her words have transported readers across all her work to another place, one filled with magic, inspiration, dreams, and more.
An award-winning journalist and author, Samantha lives in Norfolk. She owns The Arabian Magazine, a beautiful publication that celebrates the Arabian horse. She was on MasterChef UK in 2019.
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Blog Tour Schedule
Maximum 3 stops per day. Confirmed blogs will appear here.
25th June
@plumbobmummy
Pen and Paper
26th June
SarahReads
Splashes Into Books
27th June
RE Loten - Muse, News and Reviews
Littlemissbooklover87
28th June
Becca McCulloch Reads and Writes
Lisa's Reading
29th June
Cat and Mouse Reading
30th June
A Mother’s Musings 🌹
1st July
Staceywh_17
B for bookreview
