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Explore the natural world with the Peek-Through Nature series
The Peek-Through Nature series by author Patricia Hegarty and Britta Teckentrup gives young children an early introduction to the natural world. Patricia Hegarty (author) is currently the Editorial Director of Caterpillar Books and has written about all...
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Fleur Hitchcock's Murder Mysteries
Fleur Hitchcock's latest murder mystery novel, Murder at Wintertide, is now available and is her most sinister yet.... Fleur began life as an author after graduating with a distinction from the Writing for Young People MA at Bath Spa. She now lives outside Bath and works with her husband, a t...
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Simon Fox
We hear from Simon Fox about his new thriller, Avalanche, and his top writing tips for young people. Running out of Time was Simon Fox's first novel after 20 years trapped in the dungeon of accountancy. He is determined to never go back. He lives in Sussex with his ex...
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Alex Cotter
Described as a love letter to Sheffield, Alex Cotter's new novel The Ice Dancer follows one girl's passion for ice skating - but what will it take to be a champion? Alex Cotter has worked hard all her life at daydreaming, while making a living from words: from bookselli...
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Laura Baker
Laura Baker is the author of all sorts of books for children. She has written about feelings, farms, the magic of books . . . and even talking onions! Laura grew up in Canada but now lives in a lovely town on the coast of Wales with her husband, two boys and big basse...
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Freddie Kölsch introduces her folk horror YA novel, Empty Heaven
Freddie Kölsch explores identity, gender and how societal norms keep the true monsters hidden in her new YA folk horror novel, Empty Heaven. Freddie Kölsch is a connoisseur and crafter of frightful fiction (with a dash of hope) for teens and former teens. She lives in S...
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Emma Shevah introduces her compelling new YA novel, My Name is Jodie Jones
ReadingZone caught up with Emma Shevah to explore the inspiration for her stunning YA debut, My Name is Jodie Jones. Emma Shevah is half-Thai and half-Irish. She was born and raised in London, but has travelled and lived in lots of countries. Emma studied English...
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Marie Louise Fitzpatrick introduces her magical tale, The Museum of Lost Umbrellas
Marie-Louise Fitzpatrick talks to ReadingZone about the true stories and a real museum that helped inspire her new series, The Museum of Lost Umbrellas. Marie-Louise is an Irish writer and illustrator who creates children's books across the age groups. Her award-winning titles include<s...
