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February 4, 2026

Julia Donaldson surpassed J.K. Rowling to become the UK’s top all-time author by volume

Much-loved children’s author, Julia Donaldson, known for titles including: The Gruffalo, The Stick Man, Room…

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December 21, 2025

David Walliams dropped from publisher, HarperCollins UK

British publisher, HarperCollins UK, announced that they have dropped David Walliams, following allegations of inappropriate…

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Children's Literature News

December 16, 2025

Mr Men and Little Miss feature film in the works

The Mr Men and Little Miss characters created by Roger Hargreaves and continued by his…

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Children's Literature News

October 29, 2025

Booker Prize launches new Children’s Award

The organisers behind the prestigious Booker Prize have announced a new prize under their umbrella,…

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Children's Literature News

October 18, 2025

Black Representation in Children’s Literature on the Decline

A report by literary charity, Inclusive Books For Children, has found that Black representation in…

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Children's Literature New Releases News

September 14, 2025

New illustrated edition of children’s classic, The Velveteen Rabbit, to be published

Scholastic UK has announced the upcoming publication of a new illustrated edition of the much-loved…

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August 15, 2025

Billy Porter to publish children’s book

Acclaimed American actor, singer, director, composer, playwright and vocalist, Billy Porter, is now turning his…

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Children's Literature News

July 24, 2025

Blind artist creates braille children’s book

Blind artist, Clarke Reynolds, has created a new children’s book which brings together braille and…

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Children's Literature New Releases News

June 14, 2025

Steps singer releases Pride children’s book

Singer Ian ‘H’ Watkins – best known for performing in the pop group Steps alongside…

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May 21, 2025

McFly Star working on Paddington Musical

McFly Star and children’s author, Tom Fletcher, has joined the team of creatives for an…

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