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YA Author Interview - Sophie Cameron
Published: Thu 19th May 2022
In her new book, Our Sister, Again, Sophie tackles some big philosophical questions. Here she talks to us about using young adult fiction to explore bigger issues in a way that is fun and interesting to read for ages 10 and up...

Author Interview - Pooja Puri
Published: Thu 5th May 2022
Interview with children's writer Pooja Puri. Author of 'A Robot Squashed my Teacher', Pooja explains how she got into writing, her experience of becoming a published children's author and the importance of diversity in children's literature.
By Young Writers Admin | Author, Guest Blog, Interview, Recommended Reads

Matthew Fox - The Sky Over Rebecca author shares his top tips
Published: Thu 21st April 2022
Author Matthew Fox share's the story of his latest book and his top thing to consider when writing.
By Matthew Fox | Activities, Author, Guest Blog, Kids, Recommended Reads

'A World Full of Journeys' - Guest Writing challenge from Martin Howard
Published: Thu 7th April 2022
Non-fiction author Martin Howard has created us an exclusive writing challenge, there's even an exciting giveaway to stay entertained over Easter
By Martin Howard | Activities, Author, Easter, Family, Holiday activities, Illustrator, Kids

Lissa Evans' top tips for funny writing!
Published: Fri 1st April 2022
Children's author Lissa Evans has shared her top tips on funny writing to help you develop your own comedic writing skills
By Lissa Evans | Author, Family, Guest Blog, Kids, Writing Tips

Author Gareth Peter invites us to join the dinosaur party, with his brand-new Picture Book
Published: Fri 1st April 2022
Join Young Writers and Gareth Peter on Dinosaur Street with this exclusive guest blog to celebrate the book's release and find out how it was conceived
By Gareth Peter | Author, Family, Guest Blog, Kids, Parents

Tips on writing magical worlds from Children's Author Andy Sagar
Published: Wed 9th March 2022
"Yesterday Crumb and the Storm in a Teacup" children's author Andy Sagar shares his top writing tips for magical stories...
By Andy Sagar | Activities, Author, Kids, Top Tips, Writing Tips, Guest Blog

Where to find inspiration, an exclusive guest blog from author Dan Smith
Published: Wed 23rd February 2022
How to find inspiration, top tips, and how not to be boring! "Read How school visits and meeting readers has inspired my writing" by Dan Smith now...
By Dan Smith | Author, Guest Blog, Kids, Parents, Teachers, Top Tips

Author Kieran Larwood's Top Tips for Character Creation
Published: Sun 13th February 2022
Find out award-winning Kieran Larwood's top 3 tips on creating amazing characters in your stories...
By Kieran Larwood | Activities, Author, Family, Guest Blog, Kids, Parents, Top Tips

Wolf Girl activity and giveaway from Jo Loring-Fisher
Published: Fri 4th February 2022
To celebrate the release of 'Wolf Girl' by Jo Loring-Fisher we've got an exclusive activity and giveaway!
By Luke Chapman | Activities, Author, Competitions, Family, Holiday activities, Kids