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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
Guest Blog by Emily Critchley, Author Extraordinaire & Super School Librarian
Published: Thu 11th November 2021
"The Bear Who Sailed the Ocean on an Iceberg" author Emily shares with us her life as a librarian and writer
By Emily Critchley | Author, Libraries, Parents, Teachers, Guest Blog
Bec Hill, Author of Horror Heights, Top 5 Writing Tips
Published: Fri 5th November 2021
Check out amazing author Bec Hill's top 5 writing tips!
By Bec Hill | Activities, Author, Top Tips, Guest Blog
A Clock Of Stars - An interview with Children's Author Francesca Gibbons
Published: Tue 26th October 2021
'The Shadow Moth' from Francesca Gibbons took the world by storm, 'Beyond the Mountains' is the follow-up book and we had a chat with Francesca about all things 'A Clock Of Stars'
By Luke Chapman | Author, Family, Interview, Kids
Book review: 'The Amazing Edie Eckhart' by Rosie Jones
Published: Tue 26th October 2021
Rosie Jones' first book comes in the form of 'The Amazing Edie Eckhart'. After writing for TV, presenting various shows and doing stand up comedy, was the career change worth it?
By Luke Chapman | Author, Book Reviews
Musical Truth: A Musical History of Modern Black Britain in 28 Songs
Published: Tue 19th October 2021
Find out more about the fantastic "Musical Truth: A Musical History of Modern Black Britain in 28 Songs"
By Lynsey | Author, Recommended Reads
Happy National Poetry Day!
Published: Thu 7th October 2021
The big day has finally come... Check out our heaps of Poetry resources, interviews, guest blogs, superstar poets and more!
By Luke Chapman | Activities, Author, Event, Family, Illustrator, Interview, Kids, Parents, Poetry, Teachers, Top Tips, Writing Tips
Joshua Seigal's (very general) top poetry tips
Published: Wed 6th October 2021
Poet, writer and funny man Joshua Seigal has shared with us his top poetry tips to mark National Poetry Day.
By Joshua Seigal | Author, Family, Interview, Kids, Poetry, Top Tips, Writing Tips, Guest Blog