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  • 2018 English 4-11 Best Picture Book Awards

    Saturday, April 14, 2018

  • A king's promise

    Sunday, April 8, 2018

    Look out for ancient magic, a missing crown and Nazi treasure hunters in the thrilling new novel from Ally Sherrick, THE HIDDEN CROWN!

  • How not to tell a lie

    Wednesday, April 4, 2018

    Sam Lyttle is a small boy who tells BIG lies. So what will happen when he PROMISES to not tell a single lie during the whole holiday? Author JOE BERGER tells us more!

  • Making a dangerous journey

    Wednesday, April 4, 2018

    BOY 87 by author and editor ELE FOUNTAIN is a powerful story of a boy refugee as he makes the life-threatening journey to Europe. We spoke to ELE FOUNTAIN about her novel, writing and tips for young writers.

  • Teachers choose their favourite books

    Monday, March 26, 2018

    The shortlist for the UKLA Book Awards has been announced. This is the only award judged by teachers, and it highlights books for children aged three to 16 years that "enhance all aspects of literacy learning".

  • Finding adventure at boarding school

    Monday, March 26, 2018

    When Alice Mistlethwaite is shipped off to boarding school - Stormy Loch in Scotland - unexpected adventures, and friendships, begin.

  • Discover a world of miniature people!

    Monday, March 26, 2018

    MAX AND THE MILLIONS takes readers on an incredible journey into a world of tiny people whose future depends on a boy called Max. Author ROSS MONTGOMERY tells us more!

  • Primary school children 'shadow' prize

    Saturday, March 24, 2018

    Thousands of school children around the country are now 'shadowing' this year's Kate Greenaway Medal shortlist, for illustrated books.