Books need to reflect pupils' lives - Lenny Henry
Sir Lenny Henry has said it is important for children, no matter their background, to see book characters that reflect their lives. Millions of children across the country dressed up as their ...
Iconic children's book writer Alex Wheatle, who inspired BBC show, dies aged 62
Award-winning writer Alex Wheatle MBE – whose life inspired a hit BBC series – has died aged 62. Wheatle, who was known as ...
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The British Book Awards 2025 Book Trade shortlists revealed
The British Book Awards 2025 Book Trade shortlists have been unveiled, after a busy week for the UK book business as London ...
Children’s book by British chef Jamie Oliver is withdrawn after criticism from Indigenous Australians
A children’s book written by British celebrity chef Jamie Oliver has been withdrawn from sale after it was criticised for ...
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The British Book Awards 2025 Library of the Year regional and county winners revealed
Ten libraries and library authorities, from across the UK and Ireland, have been crowned regional and country winners, ...