I asked a child what their fave book from last year was and their answer was a series that was published about a decade ago. A good reminder that a book is always new to a child who hasn't read it. The constant publishing hustle for novelty has nothing to do with what children want. #KidLitUK
January 4, 2025 at 9:51 AM
I asked a child what their fave book from last year was and their answer was a series that was published about a decade ago. A good reminder that a book is always new to a child who hasn't read it. The constant publishing hustle for novelty has nothing to do with what children want. #KidLitUK
I'll soon be closing the door on X. It was a great place for meeting writers, bookbloggers, bookshops, educators, editors and nice people in general. Please embrace me here so I can build up my community - drop a hello and I'll follow. TY 😊 #kidlit #YA #kidlitUK #childrensauthors #schoolvisits
January 25, 2025 at 6:02 PM
I'll soon be closing the door on X. It was a great place for meeting writers, bookbloggers, bookshops, educators, editors and nice people in general. Please embrace me here so I can build up my community - drop a hello and I'll follow. TY 😊 #kidlit #YA #kidlitUK #childrensauthors #schoolvisits
Day 16 #inktober2024 #scbwiArtober2024
Prompt #hair
#kidlitart #illustration #UKKidLit #KidLitUK
#childrensbookillustration #Inktober
Instagram.com/milly_of_bunston
Prompt #hair
#kidlitart #illustration #UKKidLit #KidLitUK
#childrensbookillustration #Inktober
Instagram.com/milly_of_bunston
October 16, 2024 at 1:00 PM
Day 6 #noctober2024 #inktober2024
Prompt #wisteria
#kidlitart #illustration #UKKidLit #KidLitUK
#childrensbookillustration #Inktober
Instagram.com/milly_of_bunston
Prompt #wisteria
#kidlitart #illustration #UKKidLit #KidLitUK
#childrensbookillustration #Inktober
Instagram.com/milly_of_bunston
October 6, 2024 at 10:40 AM
This is hateful and dystopian. I was just on holiday in Kent. Nice to know how welcome queer people (esp children) are there eh? Please, Kent locals, write to your councillors and resist this grossness. #KidLitUK www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Kent council bans transgender books in children’s library section
KCC says the move came after a
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July 4, 2025 at 8:18 AM
This is hateful and dystopian. I was just on holiday in Kent. Nice to know how welcome queer people (esp children) are there eh? Please, Kent locals, write to your councillors and resist this grossness. #KidLitUK www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
This is a first for me. I got a fan letter that enclosed a copy of the sender's first novel. Stan is TEN! In awe! #KidLitUK @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social
March 9, 2025 at 8:05 AM
This is a first for me. I got a fan letter that enclosed a copy of the sender's first novel. Stan is TEN! In awe! #KidLitUK @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social
Yesterday we celebrated National Poetry Day.
I confess poetry is not my main area of expertise so I particularly look forward to everyone’s recommendations.
What great children’s poems/poetry books would you suggest for #KidsBooksFriday?
#KidLitUK #KidLit #UKKidLit #Poetry #ChildrensPoems
I confess poetry is not my main area of expertise so I particularly look forward to everyone’s recommendations.
What great children’s poems/poetry books would you suggest for #KidsBooksFriday?
#KidLitUK #KidLit #UKKidLit #Poetry #ChildrensPoems
October 2, 2026 at 6:34 AM
Yesterday we celebrated National Poetry Day.
I confess poetry is not my main area of expertise so I particularly look forward to everyone’s recommendations.
What great children’s poems/poetry books would you suggest for #KidsBooksFriday?
#KidLitUK #KidLit #UKKidLit #Poetry #ChildrensPoems
I confess poetry is not my main area of expertise so I particularly look forward to everyone’s recommendations.
What great children’s poems/poetry books would you suggest for #KidsBooksFriday?
#KidLitUK #KidLit #UKKidLit #Poetry #ChildrensPoems
Day 4 #nonsensetober24 #inktober2024
Prompt #totoroandlantern
#kidlitart #illustration #UKKidLit #KidLitUK
#childrensbookillustration #Inktober
Instagram.com/milly_of_bunston
Prompt #totoroandlantern
#kidlitart #illustration #UKKidLit #KidLitUK
#childrensbookillustration #Inktober
Instagram.com/milly_of_bunston
October 4, 2024 at 10:24 AM
So, for any new followers... Just over five years ago, we were a bookshop about to close down.
We reopened on November 2nd 2019, after we took the keys with no real idea on what to do, other than a passion for children's and YA books ❤️
And here we are!
#kidlituk
We reopened on November 2nd 2019, after we took the keys with no real idea on what to do, other than a passion for children's and YA books ❤️
And here we are!
#kidlituk
November 16, 2024 at 9:51 AM
So, for any new followers... Just over five years ago, we were a bookshop about to close down.
We reopened on November 2nd 2019, after we took the keys with no real idea on what to do, other than a passion for children's and YA books ❤️
And here we are!
#kidlituk
We reopened on November 2nd 2019, after we took the keys with no real idea on what to do, other than a passion for children's and YA books ❤️
And here we are!
#kidlituk
Hello! Reposting a thread of starter packs to help anyone spending their Sunday trying to find UK children’s book people. Most are being updated so if you checked them before, you may find new additions. #kidlitUK
These two are (mainly) UK children's authors
go.bsky.app/GLnmxCv
go.bsky.app/3hvsJPY
These two are (mainly) UK children's authors
go.bsky.app/GLnmxCv
go.bsky.app/3hvsJPY
November 17, 2024 at 9:01 AM
Hello! Reposting a thread of starter packs to help anyone spending their Sunday trying to find UK children’s book people. Most are being updated so if you checked them before, you may find new additions. #kidlitUK
These two are (mainly) UK children's authors
go.bsky.app/GLnmxCv
go.bsky.app/3hvsJPY
These two are (mainly) UK children's authors
go.bsky.app/GLnmxCv
go.bsky.app/3hvsJPY
I've put together a #starterpack of illustrators based in, or focused on, UK publishing bsky.app/starter-pack... Do let me know if your name should be there :) #kidlit #kidlitUK #UKkidlit #kidliART #illustrator #illustrators
Illustrators UK
Join the conversation
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November 15, 2024 at 11:02 AM
I've put together a #starterpack of illustrators based in, or focused on, UK publishing bsky.app/starter-pack... Do let me know if your name should be there :) #kidlit #kidlitUK #UKkidlit #kidliART #illustrator #illustrators
I used to do this in the early days of twitter so, before this place becomes feral...got any questions about children's publishing/writing? I won't have all the answers but I worked in publishing for 15 years before going full time as an author, here for all your demystification needs. #Kidlituk
November 15, 2024 at 8:46 AM
I used to do this in the early days of twitter so, before this place becomes feral...got any questions about children's publishing/writing? I won't have all the answers but I worked in publishing for 15 years before going full time as an author, here for all your demystification needs. #Kidlituk
I don't think I have to tell most people who follow me why libraries are important, or that they're under threat in the UK. But I want to make sure everyone knows Lambeth libraries are going on strike and there's a solidarity hardship fund HERE linktr.ee/savelambethl... #KidlitUK #SaveLibraries
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June 25, 2025 at 7:05 AM
I don't think I have to tell most people who follow me why libraries are important, or that they're under threat in the UK. But I want to make sure everyone knows Lambeth libraries are going on strike and there's a solidarity hardship fund HERE linktr.ee/savelambethl... #KidlitUK #SaveLibraries
Some good news: "the number of independent book shops in the UK and Ireland is now at its highest level since 2012".
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
#KidLitUK #BookSky
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
#KidLitUK #BookSky
Why bookshops are booming in the TikTok age
Proprietors explain why more independent bookshops are springing up in our towns and cities.
www.bbc.co.uk
September 26, 2026 at 4:06 PM
Some good news: "the number of independent book shops in the UK and Ireland is now at its highest level since 2012".
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
#KidLitUK #BookSky
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
#KidLitUK #BookSky
BOOK GIVEAWAY!!! I'm not on social media a lot right now, working very hard on my new book, trying to get it done in less than 9 years this time! In the meantime, I'm giving away signed copies of all my books so far. Repost & follow to enter, & say which one you'd like - closes Dec 14! #KidLitUK
November 17, 2024 at 9:34 PM
BOOK GIVEAWAY!!! I'm not on social media a lot right now, working very hard on my new book, trying to get it done in less than 9 years this time! In the meantime, I'm giving away signed copies of all my books so far. Repost & follow to enter, & say which one you'd like - closes Dec 14! #KidLitUK
Riddle me this, writers: why is it that when you're working on one book (say, on a deadline, say, for next week) that your brain then gives you a firehose of ideas for the NEXT book? #KidlitUK #Writingsky
December 8, 2024 at 7:39 AM
Riddle me this, writers: why is it that when you're working on one book (say, on a deadline, say, for next week) that your brain then gives you a firehose of ideas for the NEXT book? #KidlitUK #Writingsky
Wishing you a joyous and peaceful festive season with lots of downtime to get through your TBR pile 🎄🌟📚
Thank you for all your support this year 🙏
The book baubles on our tree are books that can be read in our book clubs. Which titles can you spot? 🔎
#ReadingforPleasure #EduSky #KidLitUK
Thank you for all your support this year 🙏
The book baubles on our tree are books that can be read in our book clubs. Which titles can you spot? 🔎
#ReadingforPleasure #EduSky #KidLitUK
December 21, 2024 at 12:05 PM
Wishing you a joyous and peaceful festive season with lots of downtime to get through your TBR pile 🎄🌟📚
Thank you for all your support this year 🙏
The book baubles on our tree are books that can be read in our book clubs. Which titles can you spot? 🔎
#ReadingforPleasure #EduSky #KidLitUK
Thank you for all your support this year 🙏
The book baubles on our tree are books that can be read in our book clubs. Which titles can you spot? 🔎
#ReadingforPleasure #EduSky #KidLitUK
This world book day I have a book rec for you. No, it's not a recommendation. It's a COMMAND. You MUST read this book. It's the best book for children I've read in a long time. Genuinely laugh out loud funny, with panels I go back to and laugh about a day later. GET IT NOW! #KidLitUK #WorldBookDay
March 6, 2025 at 8:41 AM
This world book day I have a book rec for you. No, it's not a recommendation. It's a COMMAND. You MUST read this book. It's the best book for children I've read in a long time. Genuinely laugh out loud funny, with panels I go back to and laugh about a day later. GET IT NOW! #KidLitUK #WorldBookDay
📚👍I’ve been sucked into this creepy horror-mystery. If you don’t hear from me tomorrow, the monster got me. Perfect for #middlegrade! #kidlit #mystery #horror #teachers #librarians @vikingbooks #kidlitUK
March 1, 2026 at 2:43 AM
📚👍I’ve been sucked into this creepy horror-mystery. If you don’t hear from me tomorrow, the monster got me. Perfect for #middlegrade! #kidlit #mystery #horror #teachers #librarians @vikingbooks #kidlitUK
We're feeling festive today! Who wants to win this tote bag of goodies?
Like this post!
Give us a follow.
You don't have to, but resharing is appreciated 💕
Enter by 7pm Sunday 24th November 2024. We'll pick a winner on Monday.
UK only.
#kidlituk
Like this post!
Give us a follow.
You don't have to, but resharing is appreciated 💕
Enter by 7pm Sunday 24th November 2024. We'll pick a winner on Monday.
UK only.
#kidlituk
November 21, 2024 at 9:00 AM
We're feeling festive today! Who wants to win this tote bag of goodies?
Like this post!
Give us a follow.
You don't have to, but resharing is appreciated 💕
Enter by 7pm Sunday 24th November 2024. We'll pick a winner on Monday.
UK only.
#kidlituk
Like this post!
Give us a follow.
You don't have to, but resharing is appreciated 💕
Enter by 7pm Sunday 24th November 2024. We'll pick a winner on Monday.
UK only.
#kidlituk
URGENT 🚨 Our UK copyright is under threat.
The MOST important thing we can do is encourage every author & artist we know to respond to the consultation itself - this post breaks it down so it's easy to do!
Complete before 25th Feb!
againstthebox.substack.com/p/time-to-ha...
#kidlit #kidlituk
The MOST important thing we can do is encourage every author & artist we know to respond to the consultation itself - this post breaks it down so it's easy to do!
Complete before 25th Feb!
againstthebox.substack.com/p/time-to-ha...
#kidlit #kidlituk
February 10, 2025 at 3:38 PM
URGENT 🚨 Our UK copyright is under threat.
The MOST important thing we can do is encourage every author & artist we know to respond to the consultation itself - this post breaks it down so it's easy to do!
Complete before 25th Feb!
againstthebox.substack.com/p/time-to-ha...
#kidlit #kidlituk
The MOST important thing we can do is encourage every author & artist we know to respond to the consultation itself - this post breaks it down so it's easy to do!
Complete before 25th Feb!
againstthebox.substack.com/p/time-to-ha...
#kidlit #kidlituk
I’ve been working my socks off in the background for a year and a half and now have six LGBTQ+ inclusive picture books ready to be sent out to publishers! Good luck little books!
#KidLitUK #EduSky #BookSky #PrimaryEduSky
#KidLitUK #EduSky #BookSky #PrimaryEduSky
January 14, 2025 at 8:20 PM
I’ve been working my socks off in the background for a year and a half and now have six LGBTQ+ inclusive picture books ready to be sent out to publishers! Good luck little books!
#KidLitUK #EduSky #BookSky #PrimaryEduSky
#KidLitUK #EduSky #BookSky #PrimaryEduSky
I love writing for children but one thing I find very hard is working out how old the parents and grandparents of an 11 year old are likely to be, and all the calculations involved and assumptions of average ages of fertility. They never told me there'd be maths and statistics in fiction. #KidLituk
June 14, 2025 at 7:52 AM
I love writing for children but one thing I find very hard is working out how old the parents and grandparents of an 11 year old are likely to be, and all the calculations involved and assumptions of average ages of fertility. They never told me there'd be maths and statistics in fiction. #KidLituk
I have a newsletter! If you'd like to keep up to date on my books, events, news, book-themed activities for kids and occasional Doctor Who and other fandom thoughts, sign up here! louiestowell.substack.com #KidLitUK
The Louie Stowell Newsletter | Substack
News, books and nonsense. Click to read The Louie Stowell Newsletter, a Substack publication.
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March 30, 2025 at 8:39 AM
I have a newsletter! If you'd like to keep up to date on my books, events, news, book-themed activities for kids and occasional Doctor Who and other fandom thoughts, sign up here! louiestowell.substack.com #KidLitUK
📗COVER REVEAL📗
SO excited to share the cover for the third book in my trilogy. I'm once again blown away by how Sarah Jane Docker turns my vision & scrappy notes into a thing of beauty.
We really hope you like it!
Publishing on 26th March '25. Blurb & pre orders in next posts👇 #kidlituk
SO excited to share the cover for the third book in my trilogy. I'm once again blown away by how Sarah Jane Docker turns my vision & scrappy notes into a thing of beauty.
We really hope you like it!
Publishing on 26th March '25. Blurb & pre orders in next posts👇 #kidlituk
November 20, 2024 at 3:04 PM
📗COVER REVEAL📗
SO excited to share the cover for the third book in my trilogy. I'm once again blown away by how Sarah Jane Docker turns my vision & scrappy notes into a thing of beauty.
We really hope you like it!
Publishing on 26th March '25. Blurb & pre orders in next posts👇 #kidlituk
SO excited to share the cover for the third book in my trilogy. I'm once again blown away by how Sarah Jane Docker turns my vision & scrappy notes into a thing of beauty.
We really hope you like it!
Publishing on 26th March '25. Blurb & pre orders in next posts👇 #kidlituk