
Coming up on YABBA Online is Karen Foxlee on Tuesday 24th March! In this session, she will talk about writing characters who feel real and explores how small, quiet moments can carry enormous emotional weight. Register at yabba.org.au
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Coming up on YABBA Online is Karen Foxlee on Tuesday 24th March! In this session, she will talk about writing characters who feel real and explores how small, quiet moments can carry enormous emotional weight. Register at yabba.org.au


A great article. Verse novels are so important as a gateway for reluctant readers, especially in KS4. My favourite is One by the incomparable @SarahCrossan


The @TimeTunnellers have created a range of historical fiction downloadable posters for #WorldBookDay. Free to all. timetunnellers.com/2026/02/25/wor…

















Congratulations to all those shortlisted for the 2026 Hans Christian Andersen Awards, the highest international distinction given to authors & illustrators of children's books but especially to Michael Rosen 👏 @IBBYUK @MichaelRosenYes ibby.org/awards-activit…



The longlist for the 2026 Branford Boase Award has been announced! Celebrating the most talented debut writers for children and their editors, this year’s award saw a record 67 submissions, with 24 books making the longlist. #BranfordBoaseAward #ChildrensBooks