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May publication day is here! Kickstart your summer with our new range of books đ Find out more on our website
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Huge congratulations
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!! We are so delighted to see that Chris Haughton has been appointed the new Laureate na nĂg! We have no doubt you will be an amazing champions of literature for children and young people â€ïž
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We are thrilled to announce that Seven Babies by Forest Xiao has been shortlisted for the Indie Book Awards 2026 â Congratulations Forest!
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May publication day is here! Kickstart your summer with our new range of books đ Find out more on our website
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Louie Stowell
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London, I will be leaving signed copies in my wake as I toddle around town signing Loki new editions today! If you see this before about 12.30, I could sign them for YOU! Bundle or individuals!
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Louie Stowell Bundle (Signed) â West End Lane Books
Signed and Dedicated Pre-Order Paperback Published 7th May
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Extraterrestrial Sky is back and has got herself on a spot of other again in The Worldâs Worst Alien Fights Back by Alice Primmer, illustrated by Fred Blunt. Out now for 8+ readers from
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The Worldâs Worst Alien Fights Back (TWWA 2) by Alice Primmer, illustrated by Fred Blunt
Cover illustration © 2026 Fred Blunt Although there are plenty of children who love Star Wars in all its many forms, I suspect that many of them wouldnât say they were fans of science fictionâŠ
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UKYA Spotlight
8 days ago
Yesterday, we interviewed author Wren James and illustrator Beth Fuller about their graphic novel THE VICTORS
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Author Interview: THE VICTORS by Wren James and illustrated by Beth Fuller
Interview with Wren James and Beth Fuller author and illustrator of The Victors.
https://ukyaspotlight.co.uk/2026/05/02/author-interview-the-victors-by-wren-james-and-illustrated-by-beth-fuller/
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Louie Stowell
6 days ago
LOKiiiiiiiii!
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We are so pleased to share that Ultimate Rugby Superstars by Matt Oldfield and Maggie Alphonsi, with brilliant illustrations by Dan Leydon, is shortlisted for the Charles Tyrwhitt Sports Book Awards!
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19 days ago
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Will McDowall
20 days ago
This
#EarthDay
, think about helping the kids in your life understand the importance of the environment--and what we can do to protect it... ...by buying them my book! Now out in paperback!
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Our latest guest blog for
#EarthDay
is author and co-host of BBC's Springwatch Gillian Burke! Read her thoughts about how young kids can explore, enjoy and learn about nature wherever they live:
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Gillian Burke encourages kids to explore nature in the world around them for Earth Day - Walker Books
You may know Gillian Burke from the BBCâs beloved nature programme Springwatch, or previously as a presenter on Blue Planet, but Gillian is also the author of a brand new... READ MORE
https://www.walker.co.uk/gillian-burke-encourages-kids-to-explore-nature-in-the-world-around-them-for-earth-day/
20 days ago
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Miguel Peck
20 days ago
Been waiting quite a while for more Patrick Ness. Glad to be back in the world of the Chaos Walking series.
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MaryEsther Judy
22 days ago
Piper At The Gates Of Dusk by Patrick Ness, illustrated by Jim Kay: returning to the world of Chaos Walking in a new series; exceptional, compelling, thought-provoking, world-shattering; complex & simply breathtaking
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#EarthDay
is just a couple of spins of the globe away, so our latest reading list is all about engaging curious young minds, sharing the beauty of our planet, and all the ways we can do our best to look after it đż
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Earth Day Reads to Empower Young Activists
A list of books for Earth Day, to inspire young readers to protect our planet all year round.
https://www.walker.co.uk/earth-day-reads-to-empower-young-activists/
22 days ago
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Newham Bookshop
29 days ago
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signing books to lots of people. Thanks.
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Jill Bennett
29 days ago
With Gillian Burkeâs calming mindful text and alluring illustrations rongphamart & Nguyen
#YouAreNatureToo
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You Are Nature, Too / Donât Call Me An Insect!
You Are Nature, Too!Gillian Burke, illustrated by Rong Pham and NguyenWalker Books Even in the busy towns and cities many of us live in thereâs a wealth of nature just waiting to be discovered and âŠ
https://redreadinghub.blog/2026/04/13/you-are-nature-too-dont-call-me-an-insect/
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Jill Bennett
28 days ago
A deliciously silly
#graphicnovel
#MegaPetsFreakyFoodFiasco
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Mighty Mega Pets: Freaky Food Fiasco!
Mighty Mega Pets: Freaky Food Fiasco!Gary Northfield,Walker Books A deliciously silly graphic novel that begins with a group of pets â Daisy the dog, Ginger the cat, Bubbles the goldfish and âŠ
https://redreadinghub.blog/2026/04/14/mighty-mega-pets-freaky-food-fiasco/
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Jill Bennett
27 days ago
Author Timothée de Fombelle creates an immersive world for his intriguing
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Toby Alone
Toby AloneTimothĂ©e de Fombelle, illustrated by Francois PlaceWalker BooksTranslated by Sarah Ardizzone This book is the first part of a two part saga, a fable with an almost thirteen year old hero,âŠ
https://redreadinghub.blog/2026/04/15/toby-alone/
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Nicolette Jones
23 days ago
#NewIllustrationOfTheDay
by Jon Klassen who has won the international Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award for illustration. âNow I See Meâ, a pic of his shadow from his board book Now I See Summer, has characteristic economy & wit. Walker Books 9 April
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23 days ago
A gripping short historical read set in ancient Athens, Greek Boy by
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Greek Boy by Tony Bradman, illustrated by Alessandro Valdrighi
Cover illustration © 2026 Alessandro Valdrighi Unlike todayâs children, who are taught about some areas of world history, although I remember learning about the Romans at school, I never learâŠ
https://worldssmallestlibrary.wordpress.com/2026/04/19/greek-boy-by-tony-bradman-illustrated-by-alessandro-valdrighi/
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If you know a small reader still buzzing with questions after the Artemis II mission, or if seeing Project Hail Mary has you searching for fun and engaging ways to share your love of space, here are a selection of brilliant books for kids to choose from!
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Space books for mini-astronauts curious about Artemis II
You'll love this selection of books about space right up to the moonâAND BACK!
https://www.walker.co.uk/space-books-for-mini-astronauts-who-dream-about-artemis-ii/
24 days ago
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Jill Bennett
about 1 month ago
Delightfully droll humour in Laura Dockrillâs
#Sockflea
text with delightfully playful scenes of the camping trip Eva Byre
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Sockflea
SockfleaLaura Dockrill and Eva ByrneWalker Books The storyâs young (five year old) elephant narrator is super excited: âWe are going camping. Iâve never been before. I. CANâT. WAIT. Marshmallows onâŠ
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about 1 month ago
A great time was had by all last night, at the London launch of Gary Northfield's mad cap series for young readers, Mighty Mega Pets!
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Jill Bennett
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With hilarious verbal wrangling and a wonderful final twist
#RafiandRita
Jarvis & Chris Judge
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Rafi and Rita
Rafi and RitaJarvis and Chris JudgeWalker Books Meet twin giraffes, Rafi and Rita: likers of the same things and doers of the same things. In fact theyâre exactly the same in every possible way. OrâŠ
https://redreadinghub.blog/2026/04/10/rafi-and-rita/
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Newham Bookshop
about 1 month ago
really looking forward to wishing
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Happy Birthday and hope lots of you will attend this special signing tomorrow.
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Louie Stowell
about 1 month ago
This spring, come and see me at a literary festival near YOU (or indeed far from you). I'll be at Cambridge literary festival soon, on Saturday 25th April at 10am, and
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on Wed 27th May 11.30am!
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What's your favourite season? đŒâïžđâïž Out now from bestselling picture book duo Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen comes a quartet of board books perfect for exploring the changing of seasons with the tiniest of readers.
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about 1 month ago
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Wishing a happy publication day to all of our new books on this bright April morning! đ€ïž Visit
www.walker.co.uk
to learn more about everything out today.
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Newham Bookshop
about 1 month ago
Join us next Saturday for
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's birthday signing!
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Pots and Plots
about 1 month ago
New review from me today. Many thanks to
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for sending me a copy of 'Piper at the Gates of Dusk' by
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. Which was every bit as good as I hoped.
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Piper at the Gates of Dusk by Patrick Ness
Patrick Ness returns to the world of his Chaos Walking trilogy, with the enthralling âPiper at the Gates of Dusk.â A new trilogy begins, I am hooked.
https://potsandplots.blog/2026/04/07/piper-at-the-gates-of-dusk-by-patrick-ness/
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We're hiring an assistant to support to our busy and dynamic international Foreign Rights team! For more details and to apply visit our careers page:
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đLondon, Vauxhall đ· ÂŁ27,000 đ Closing date: 10th April
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about 1 month ago
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Weâve got guaranteed giggles for kids (and their adults!) right on time for April Foolâs Day, with fun free activity sheets to keep little pranksters occupied. Head to our website to read the full list and download activities!
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about 1 month ago
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Newham Bookshop
about 1 month ago
Coming up next week!
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Simon Smith
about 1 month ago
Very lucky to be given a proof of âThe Thing About Giantsâ by
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. Itâs a fantastic tale that switches everything we know about Giants and Humans. Itâs epic in every way. At its core is a brilliant friendship between human and giant. Great stuff
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Stephen Dilley
about 1 month ago
69. Piper at the Gatest of Dusk by
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A long-awaited continuation of the brilliant Chaos Walking trilogy, continuing the story with Todd and Viola's teenage sons. Fearless and heart-stopping storytelling with real emotional depth.
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We're looking for an experienced Head of Fiction Rights or Senior Fiction Rights Manager to join us as our new Head of Fiction Rights!
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about 2 months ago
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The Knife of Never Letting Go by
#PatrickNess
is FREE on Amazon Kindle, Kobo and Apple Books for a very limited time! Immerse yourself in the Noise. Kindle:
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Kobo:
www.kobo.com/gb/en/ebook/...
Apple:
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about 2 months ago
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Gorgeous picture book gifts for Eid đ Celebrate Eid with the little ones in your life by sharing these two heartwarmingly told, beautifully illustrated stories!
about 2 months ago
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Happy publication day to all of our March books! There are so many gorgeous books out this month, visit our website to learn more about them all:
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Patricia Toht
2 months ago
A friend shared this adorable library display for preschoolers today. Hard to believe that Easter is on its way! (PICK A PERFECT EGG is now available as a board book, too.)
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Michael Rosen
2 months ago
What do you say to a child who asks 'where is [person's name]?' after they've died? That's my question in my latest book, out tomorrow 'Where are you, Eddie?'
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Jill Bennett
2 months ago
A deeply profound book about grieving and remembering
#WhereAreYouEddie
?
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ill.Gill Smith
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Where Are You, Eddie?
Where Are You, Eddie?Michael Rosen and Gill SmithWalker Books Michael Rosen has already given us the Sad Book about the loss of his son Eddie and now heâs written another picture book wherein havinâŠ
https://redreadinghub.blog/2026/03/11/where-are-you-eddie/
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Nicolette Jones
2 months ago
#NewIllustrationOfTheDay
by Gill Smith from Where Are You, Eddie? by Michael Rosen, about a catâs wisdom and how those weâve lost are present in memories. Thoughtful image, in watercolour and crayon, with reminders of joys. Walker 12 March.
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Books for Keeps, the children's books review journal
2 months ago
Here they are! The shortlists for the
#Carnegies2026
are out! Congratulations to the authors on the shortlist for the Carnegie Medal for Writing
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Books for Keeps, the children's books review journal
2 months ago
Here they are! The shortlists for the
#Carnegies2026
Congratulations to the illustrators on the shortlist for the Carnegie Medal for Illustration
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#KidLitUK
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Patrick Ness
2 months ago
I truly canât tell you how delighted I am that the first Lizards book has been shortlisted for the
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I love writing these books sooooooo much; theyâre just pure joy for me. Plus Tim Millerâs hilarious illustrations, itâs just utter pleasure. Made my day.
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CONGRATULATIONS to our
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shortlisted author and illustrators! We are so proud đ Baljinder Kaur, for The Sleeper Train by Mick Jackson Linh Dao, for The Endless Sea by Chi Thai
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, for Chronicles of a Lizard Nobody, illustrated by Tim Miller
2 months ago
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Give the gift of quality reading time this Motherâs Day! đđ We've got a selection of meaningful stories to share, and thoughtful present ideas for mums, grandmas, or anyone youâre celebrating up on our website:
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Mother's Day Reading Recommendations
Give the gift of quality reading time this Mother's Day with our selection of sweet, meaningful stories to share, and perfect present ideas for mums, grandmas, or anyone you're celebrating on this spe...
https://www.walker.co.uk/mothers-day-reading-recommendations/
2 months ago
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We're hiring! Visit our website to learn more about and apply for these two Entry Level roles:
www.walker.co.uk/about-us/car...
âSub-Rights Royalties Assistant Closing date: 9th March âSales Assistant Closing date: 15th March đVauxhall, London (Hybrid) đ· ÂŁ27,000
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Oh Dear, Look What I Got is shortlisted for the British Book Awards Book of the Year: Children's Non-Fiction & Illustrated! đŠđ„đ Huge congratulations to
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and Helen Oxenbury, we are THRILLED to be on such an amazing shortlist!
#BritishBookAwards
#Nibbies
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2 months ago
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Happy
#WorldBookDay
! đđ Visit the
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website to enter our giveaways for the chance to win exciting book, bookmark and poster bundles of: âšNic Blake and the Remarkables đźMarty Moose
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