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A Little Bit of Courage - An interview with children’s author Claire Alexander
Published: Tue 22nd June 2021
Young Writers interviews picture book author Claire Alexander on her brand new and exciting book A Little Bit of Courage.
By Luke Chapman | Author, Illustrator, Interview
World Environment Day: Fun environmental activity, green recommended reads and special author interview
Published: Fri 4th June 2021
We’ve gone all out this year for World Environment Day. Check out our recommended reads, environmental tips from social media, a fun eco activity and our author interview!
By Luke Chapman | Activities, Author, Environment, Illustrator, Interview, Kids, Parents, Recommended Reads, Teachers
The Tindims writer and illustrator talk about World Environment Day and saving the world!
Published: Thu 3rd June 2021
We talk with Lydia Corry and Sally Gardner about the Tindims and how they hope to inspire everyone to make a difference
By Luke Chapman | Author, Illustrator, Interview
Tom Palmer talks about his ground-breaking plans for the Euros 2021 championships and his new book Arctic Star
Published: Wed 2nd June 2021
Tom has big plans for the Euros! He talks about his new book release Arctic Star, and why he’s doing something VERY special for the upcoming Euro 2021 championships
By Luke Chapman | Author, Interview
Poet, storyteller, and rapper Mark Grist talks with us about Pandemic Poetry and the power of writing
Published: Thu 27th May 2021
The frequent guest judge and Young Writers friend shares his thoughts on our new poetry competition, and why he believes writing has such strength.
By Luke Chapman | Author, Family, Interview, Poetry
Children's Laureate Cressida Cowell answers young writers' questions
Published: Wed 26th May 2021
UK Children’s Laureate and "How to Train Your Dragon" author Cressida Cowell was put to the test with some amazing questions from young writers of all ages!
By Luke Chapman | Author, Family, Interview, Kids
My Daddies! An interview with Gareth Peter and Garry Parsons
Published: Wed 5th May 2021
We had the opportunity to interview the author and illustrator of the new history-making book “My Daddies”.
By Luke Chapman | Family, Interview, Author, Illustrator
Guest blog with Nicola Skinner
Published: Fri 30th April 2021
Children’s author Nicola Skinner gives Young Writers her top recommended reads, and tells us about her brand new book “starboard”
By Nicola Skinner | Author, Family, Interview, Kids, Guest Blog
Join in the antics with fun animal masks and book giveaway
Published: Mon 26th April 2021
Join in the fun! This Friday is our animal antics day, get creative and you could win a special prize
By Luke Chapman | Activities, Author, Competitions, Family, Kids, Teachers
Author, YouTuber, Programmer and all-round genius. An interview with Ben Reeves
Published: Wed 21st April 2021
Ben is a man of many talents. He’s been writing for over 15 years and has decided to share his knowledge with other budding authors.
By Luke Chapman | Author, Family, Interview, Top Tips, Writing Tips, Toolkit