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Gillian Cross' Top Mystery Writing Tips
Published: Tue 11th January 2022
To celebrate the release of Gillian Cross & Alan Snow's latest book "Ollie Spark and the Accidental Adventure", Gillian shares with you some amazing mystery writing tips...
By Gillian Cross | Activities, Author, Family, Guest Blog, Kids, Parents, Teachers, Writing Tips
Developing independence, an art we can all master
Published: Mon 10th January 2022
Developing independence can be difficult, it can also be beautiful and necessary, here's how to work on this all-important skill
By Luke Chapman | Family, Kids
Writing resolutions for the New Year
Published: Tue 28th December 2021
The New Year is here to why not take the opportunity to get write into it ? Here are some ideas for writing resolutions anyone can use to kick of 2022 the write way
By Luke Chapman | Activities, Christmas, Family, Holiday activities, Kids, Parents, Writing Tips
Meet The Team - Simon Dalton, Web Designer
Published: Mon 27th December 2021
Simon is our genius web designer who works magic to make our website as seamless and simple as possible. We spoke to Simon about what he does here at Young Writers and his worldwide webby world.
Christmas Q&A with Yuval Zommer
Published: Mon 20th December 2021
We had a chat with Writer and Illustrator Yuval Zommer about his festive books, his fascination with nature and Christmas!
By Luke Chapman | Author, Christmas, Illustrator, Interview, Recommended Reads
Book In The Nook 16th Dec Giveaway!
Published: Thu 16th December 2021
Here is Thursday 16th December 2021 Book In The Nook Giveaway! Win a copy of "Clarice Bean - Think Like An Elf" TODAY ONLY!
By Lynsey | Author, Christmas, Competitions, Family, Kids, Parents, Teachers
Christmassy Q&A with 'Mouse and Mole' creators Joyce Dunbar and James Mayhew
Published: Wed 8th December 2021
Read our Q&A with Joyce Dunbar and James Mayhew. We talk about their journies, releases, inspirations and how these two children's book powerhouses have released over 100 books between them.
By Luke Chapman | Author, Illustrator, Interview, Recommended Reads, Christmas
Book In The Nook 8th Dec Giveaway!
Published: Wed 8th December 2021
Here is Wednesday 8th December 2021 Book In The Nook Giveaway!
By Lynsey | Author, Christmas, Recommended Reads
Young Writers’ Lit in Colour - Investigation Into the Diversity of Children's Literature
Published: Fri 3rd December 2021
Following the finding of Penguin Books’ Lit in Colour investigation, we began our own Lit in Colour journey with one ultimate goal: showcase the overflowing talent from minority groups that are diversifying bookshelves and making the world a better place.
By Luke Chapman | Author, Family, Interview, Kids, Libraries, Parents, Recommended Reads, Teachers, Lit in Colour
Book In The Nook Winners and T&Cs
Published: Wed 1st December 2021
This year we’re running Book in the Nook which is a book & goodies giveaway EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. from the 1st Dec to the 17th!
By Lynsey | Competitions, Event, Family, Kids, Parents, Teachers, Winners