Nag Club by Anne Fine (Walker Books, £7.99).

BOGGLE hats are the latest thing. Everybody wants one - but only Lola, expert parent-nagger, actually has one.

So, she decides to teach the other children how to beg, wheedle and tantrum their way into getting a boggle hat as well.

They form the Nag Club. The children all try the Sugar-coated Nag, the Getting a Bit Nasty Nag, the Pity Poor Me Nag - and plenty more. Their success - or otherwise - forms the central theme to this, the latest of the former Children's Laureate's fine offerings.

Whether or not your average six or seven-year-old will actually take on board the message central to this book (don't nag, it never actually works and certainly won't improve your relationships) is doubtful. They are more likely to try the nags out for themselves at home. What they will also do, however, is enjoy this book.

It is extremely funny and very well observed. The majority of parents will, no doubt, recognise at least some, if not all, of the "nag" techniques expertly identified by the loveable Lola.

Fine is a distinguished writer for children of all ages and Nag Club is a first class addition to her range and is sure to be enjoyed by parents and children alike. It will be available on August 1.

Jim Collins