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  • Sally Nicholls introduces All Fall Down

    Thursday, September 5, 2019

    All Fall Down, first published seven years ago and republished this month by Andersen Press, explores how one family in 14th century England is affected by the plague that killed nearly half of the UK's population. Here, author Sally Nicholls tells us what messages the book holds for today's youn...

  • Roald Dahl Day 13 September

    Tuesday, September 3, 2019

    Roald Dahl Day on 13 September is celebrating Matilda and bravery - a party pack is available for schools to download and BBC Teach will make an interactive Roald Dahl lesson available.

  • Worlds of difference

    Tuesday, September 3, 2019

    Look out for galaxies, stardust and two brothers trying to work things out in THE SPACE WE'RE IN by KATYA BALEN, who tell us more about her debut novel.

  • The Addams Family giveaway!

    Tuesday, August 27, 2019

    Look out for this spooky, hilarious book based on the new animated film, the Addams Family. We have copies to give away!

  • Action and magic in Under Earth

    Tuesday, August 27, 2019

    Look out for battles at sea, hidden enemies and a destiny to fulfill in the latest book by ELLEN RENNER! UNDER EARTH is the follow-up to STORM WITCH, when Storm discovered she had been gifted special powers.

  • BBC plans Michael Morpurgo animation

    Thursday, August 22, 2019

    The BBC is planning an animated adaptation of Michael Morpurgo's story Mimi and the Mountain Dragon, with the production based on the original illustrations by Emily Gravett. It will be broadcast during the Christmas break.

  • Funniest books for children

    Tuesday, August 20, 2019

    Most children say that they want books that will make them laugh, so don't miss the 2020 Laugh Out Loud (The Lollies) shortlist which highlights this year's funniest books for children.

  • Encouraging teenagers to read

    Tuesday, August 20, 2019

    Scottish Book Trust has launched a new app to encourage young people in early secondary years to read for pleasure - both regular readers and more reluctant readers.