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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

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

Interview with Author and funny-man Tom Mitchell

Published: Thu 25th November 2021

We chat with Author and English Teacher Tom Mitchell about juggling both professions, his latest book and much more!

By Luke Chapman | Author, Interview, Teachers

Q&A with 'Aristotle and Dante' author Benjamin Alire Saenz

Published: Fri 19th November 2021

We talk with Benjamin Alire Saenz in this deeply personal and intimate Q&A about his writing journey, life experiences, his fiction books and writing advice.

By Luke Chapman | Author, Interview