'It now seems more poignant than before' Rochelle Humes reveals how publishing her second children's book has helped her kids come to terms with their own issues

The TV presenter turned author is celebrating the publication of her second children's book

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Go Rochelle!

Rochelle Humes has revealed her daughters have been helped by the theme of her new book.

The former Saturday's singer took to Instagram to share the news of her second book on it's publication day and gave fans an insight into how the book's theme has become useful in more ways than one.

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She uploaded a selfie of herself holding the book The MEGA Magic Teacher SWAP! and captioned it, 'Good Morning...And just like that it’s publication day..my second children’s book ‘The Mega Magic Teacher Swap’ is out today!! My goal when writing this book was to make little ones feel confident and excited about moving up a new school year as it can be such a scary time for them...little did I know this book would be released during a global pandemic..it now seems more poignant than before. After spending so much time at home September will be a bit of a shock, I really hope this book helps you and your babies...it has mine. Link in bio....'

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The star, who is expecting her third child with husband Marvin Humes, also uploaded a sweet video clip of her eldest Alaia-Mai, seven, reading the book at bedtime to Valentina, three.

It follows on from her first book The Mega Magic Hair Swap,' and fans have already pre-ordered it. One wrote, 'Eeeekkk so excited. Mine is arriving today. My little girl is moving from nursery to Primary,'

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Another put, 'Love this! Would love to see them in every classroom book corner across the UK. I will be ordering for my classroom ready for September!'

And a third added, 'We love your first book the characters look just like my little girl and her best friend! Just ordered my copy! Thank you so much Rochelle for making books little girls can relate to x'

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With schools expected to start back in September following the Coronavirus pandemic, it looks like it's not just Rochelle's children that will be benefiting from the contents of this new book.

Selina Maycock
Senior Family Writer

Selina is a Senior Family Writer for GoodtoKnow and has more than 16 years years of experience. She specialises in royal family news, including the latest activities of Prince George, Charlotte, Louis, Archie and Lilibet. She also covers the latest government, health and charity advice for families. Selina graduated from the University of Sheffield in 2006 with a degree in Journalism, and gained her NCTJ and NCE qualifications. During her career, she’s also written for Woman, Woman's Own, Woman&Home, and Woman's Weekly as well as Heat magazine, Bang Showbiz - and the Scunthorpe Telegraph. When she's not covering family news, you can find her exploring new countryside walking routes, catching up with friends over good food, or making memories (including award-winning scarecrows!)