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Stephen Dilley @stephenjdilley.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

201. Dangerous Influence by @sallynicholls.bsky.social An accessible and thought-provoking book for YA readers from @barringtonstoke.bsky.social about the dark side of having an online influencer for a mum.

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Lesley Parr @lesleyparr.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

It's #DyslexiaAwarenessWeek in Scotland - and soon to be the rest of the UK. The perfect time to take advantage of @barringtonstoke.bsky.social's 20% off deal. And you don't have to find reading tricky to enjoy their books. collins.co.uk/pages/barrin...

A dyslexia friendly book. Cover: a girl, an old lady and a black cat sitting under an apple tree. Highlighting Dyslexia Awareness Week.

A dyslexia friendly book offer for 20% off at Barrington Stoke. Highlighting Dyslexia Awareness Week

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

We are delighted to announce RACER, the first in a thrilling new middle-grade sci-fi adventure series by Chris Bradford, set against the backdrop of a dystopian LA inspired city ravaged by climate disaster. Learn more at: www.bookbrunch.co.uk/page/article...

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

In a race where speed means survival, the Kid hurtles through the smog-filled streets of Los Diablos in this 'Formula One meets Tron' adventure. RACER by Chris Bradford is the first instalment in a thrilling new middle-grade sci-fi series. Publishing March 2027.

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

It's Dyslexia Awareness Week 🩵 Barrington Stoke and @ScottishBookTrust have teamed up to offer TWO bundles of new #dyslexiafriendly Barrington Stoke books to two lucky winners to mark #DyslexiaAwarenessWeek! (1/2)

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Our free downloadable resources are produced in collaboration with learning experts, teachers and librarians. (1/2)

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

It's #DyslexiaAwarenessWeek in Scotland! To celebrate, we're offering 20% off all single Barrington Stoke titles on collins.co.uk from 28th Sept - 11th Oct when you enter code DAW26 at checkout. Explore the whole range at collins.co.uk/collections/....

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Alastair Chisholm @alastairc.com · 28/09/2026

It’s Dyslexia Awareness Week 2026, and @barringtonstoke.bsky.social are the champions of dyslexia-friendly storytelling, with so many brilliant books for easy-access reading. And right now you can get 20% off! I LOVE reading. I want everyone to find a book they love, too. Check them out! #Daw26

A poster for Dyslexia Awareness Week 2026 with two books by Alastair Chisholm – Reek and Blitzers

An advert for 20% off Barrington Stoke books until 11th October from site www.barringtonstoke.co.uk using code DAW26

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Ella McLellan @booksella.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

It is Dyslexia Awareness Week Scotland & I want to highlight a brilliant publisher @barringtonstoke.bsky.social. They produce a wonderful range of dyslexia friendly books (and resources), by awesome authors and with compelling, engaging and beautifully written stories collins.co.uk/pages/suppor...

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Jacqui Sydney 📚 @jacquisydney.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Bumper book post today from @barringtonstoke.bsky.social Hugely looking forward to reading all of these - enormous thanks go to Poppy for sending 🥰 #KidlitUK #UKKidlit

Clockwise from top left:
The Ghosts of Grey Towers by Dan Smith, illustrated by Luke Brookes
Life Hack by S. J. Wills, illustrated by Berat PekMezci
Tiny Lies by Luke Palmer
What it was like to be a Norman by Stefano Tambellini

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Big Words author Luke Palmer will be leading two creative writing workshops on Monday 12th October as part of the Cheltenham Literature Festival Schools Programme 2026. Now available to book! #CheltLitFest

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seasidereader.bsky.social @seasidereader.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Keith Gray is an extraordinary writer, powerful and emotional. Seemingly effortlessly he has produced another darkly engaging novel for @barringtonstoke.bsky.social . The story is difficult and simple, shot through with odd moments of hope. Only at the end do you realise how profound it is.

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

PUBLISHING TODAY! A gripping YA novella by @sallynicholls.bsky.social. Anna and Josie have always been the focus of their mum’s social media. While Josie seems to enjoy it, Anna hates the attention. But when Josie is stalked, both girls decide that enough is enough. bit.ly/4xCRoSE

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Teaching notes are now available to accompany our new dyslexia-friendly retelling of #AnimalFarm. Available to download at collins.co.uk/products/978... @tanyalandman.bsky.social

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Another highlight from the YLG conference earlier this month - author #LucyStrange with @peters-books.bsky.social and #TheBoyAtTheWindow: Winner of the Peters Children's Book of the Year Award 2026! 👻 Get hold of a copy in time for Halloween... collins.co.uk/products/978...

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

#DanceofResistance, Catherine Johnson's celebration of the incredible life of dancer, singer, actress, movie star and civil-rights activist Josephine Baker, has been longlisted for the UKLA Book Awards 2027! Thank you @uklitassociation.bsky.social and congratulations @catwrote.bsky.social 📚

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Check out this fantastic free event from bestselling author @karenmccombie.bsky.social and #DyslexiaScotland : The Secret Life of an Author! All will be revealed next Monday 28th September.. www.tickettailor.com/events/dysle...

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The Bookseller @thebookseller.com · 18/09/2026

Barrington Stoke (@barringtonstoke.bsky.social) has signed Luke Palmer's Tiny Lies, billed as a "powerful coming-of-age narrative that explores friendship, trust and responsibility". Set for publication in March 2027.👇

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

"I didn't believe in ghosts. But this changed my mind. Maybe it will change yours." @dansmithauthor.bsky.social has received a new case file from The Nightwatchman: www.youtube.com/watch?v=KXXa.... Prepare for the fourth Night House File: The Ghosts of Grey Towers is out next month 👻

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Dan Smith introduces The Ghosts of Grey Towers

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

We are delighted to announce TINY LIES, a powerful and timely YA novella by Luke Palmer which casts a spotlight on trust, consent, deepfakes and AI-amplified misogyny. www.thebookseller.com/rights/luke-...

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

The camera never lies. But AI does. TINY LIES by #LukePalmer explores friendship, trust and responsibility, provoking important conversations about consent, deepfakes and AI-amplified misogyny. A coming-of-age tale for the digital world. Publishing March 2027.

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Over the next few months, @literacytrust.org.uk and the Scottish Book Trust are running some incredible events to support children's reading. Check them out below: readingschools.scot/readingschoo... literacytrust.org.uk/secondary/se...

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Teenage Reading Seminar Glasgow | National Literacy Trust

Attend our in-person seminar on Thursday 24 September and hear from expert speakers on how to support routes into reading for teenagers.

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

What a busy day at the YLG Conference, catching up with librarian friends, enthusing about forthcoming books - and seeing some of our wonderful authors @lawrencepatrice.bsky.social, @sallynicholls.bsky.social, @balirai.bsky.social, #LucyStrange and #LukePalmer. A wonderful day, thank you YLG!

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The Strawberry Post @tstrawberrypost.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

A very fun #ya accessible read about two boys tasked with delivering a roast turkey across London in a shopping trolley, what could go wrong? #BookReview: #ColdTurkey by @simonjamesgreen.bsky.social & #RosinAkinkunmi @barringtonstoke.bsky.social buff.ly/rwf1DOV #bookblogger #books

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David Long @writerdavidlong.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Available for pre-order: Something to read in the queue for the Bayeux Tapestry @barringtonstoke.bsky.social

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

We have two brilliant books publishing today from @tanyalandman.bsky.social, #TomPalmer and #RobinBoyden. Explore more and read a free sample in the thread below.

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

"Sharenting – where parents plaster their children all over social media – is something many parents do. But for the children of professional influencers, it’s a much bigger problem." @sallynicholls.bsky.social is @lovereading4kids.bsky.social's Guest Editor for September! bit.ly/4cv6BxD

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Are your young readers into crafting? From Jasmine's wolf lantern in #WhenIWasAWolf to Tyra's kintsugi repairs in #TheBrokenDragon and Charlene's knitting in #Needle, our stories are bursting with the power of creativity. collins.co.uk/collections/... @literacytrust.org.uk

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

We are delighted to announce #BigSplashAtTheRomanBaths! Step back in time to Roman Britain in this exciting time-slip adventure from bestselling author @karenmccombie.bsky.social. Out January 2027 for 7+.

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

From new classmates to changing daily routines, returning to school after the holidays can be an intimidating prospect for children of all ages. We've put together a list of 15 books to combat back to school worries: collins.co.uk/blogs/barrin...

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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 26/08/2026

We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Dolly Parton. Dolly was a remarkable champion for children's reading, dedicated to helping more children access books and experience the joy of stories.

Dolly Parton reading to a group of children in the Library of Congress. Photo: Shawn Miller., Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

What makes our Barrington Stoke editions of Shakespeare's plays dyslexia-friendly? Complete and unabridged texts, printed on high-quality cream paper with a specialist font and accessible layouts, these editions guarantee a smooth and easy read for all students.

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Using @tanyalandman.bsky.social's new accessible retelling of A Christmas Carol in the classroom? Check out our free teacher resources including Synopsis, Character Studies, Questions and Creative Exercises. Available to download at collins.co.uk/products/978...

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

#DangerousInfluence by #SallyNicholls publishes in just over a month! Thank you @thebookseller.com, @sophiemckenziebook.bsky.social and everyone else who has shared their excitement for this gripping and thought-provoking exploration of influencer culture and #sharenting for teens 📱

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Stephen Dilley @stephenjdilley.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

181. New You For Ever by @stevecolewriter.bsky.social A fast-paced and accessible eco-thriller which asks profound questions about the future of humanity in a highly imaginative (and terrifying!) way. @barringtonstoke.bsky.social

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Stephen Dilley @stephenjdilley.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

178. Dance of Resistance: The Josephine Baker Story by @catwrote.bsky.social Brilliant and highly accessible retelling of the life of one of the most incredible and inspirational performers (and so much more!) of all time. @barringtonstoke.bsky.social

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Steve Cole @stevecolewriter.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

I really grabbed at the chance to write a short, scary story! It's the book equivalent of a 'Spooky' Dramarama from 1984

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

It's #InternationalWolfDay! 🐺 If your young reader adores animals and crafting, check out our free activity pack inspired by When I Was a Wolf, Liz Flanagan's poignant tale of friendship, family and creativity. Download at the bottom of this page: collins.co.uk/products/978...

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

We have four brilliant books publishing today from @tanyalandman.bsky.social, @cinthyaalvarez.bsky.social, @stevecolewriter.bsky.social, Leo Trinidad, Berat Pekmezci, and Amy Blackwell! Explore more and read a sample of each in the thread below.

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Dan Smith @dansmithauthor.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

‘Do you believe a place can be evil..?’

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Calling all reviewers! Discover what evil is lurking in the shadows of Grey Towers. #TheGhostsofGreyTowers, the latest installment in @dansmithauthor.bsky.social's Night House Files series is now available to request on NetGalley: netgalley.co.uk/publisher/title/878860

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Looking to help your child with back to school worries? From new classmates to changing daily routines, returning to school after the holidays can be an intimidating prospect for children of all ages. We've put together a list of 15 books to calm back-to-school nerves: collins.co.uk/blogs/barrin...

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Our Edinburgh team are very excited to watch some great comedy at the #EdinburghFringe festival this month! If your young readers love a laugh, check out our collection of rib-tickling funny fiction for all ages: collins.co.uk/collections/... #GoAllIn #NationalYearOfReading

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Looking for summer reads to keep everyone entertained over the school break? We've got you covered. From an adorable missing tortoise, to fighting robots, to an elaborate eco rebellion, there's something for every young reader! collins.co.uk/blogs/barrin...

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15 Books for Summer Reading

Looking for summer reads that can compete with the screens and keep everyone entertained over the school break? We've got you covered with short, top-quality stories that are easy to read, hook them i...

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

We had a wonderful time at the launch of the new Childhood in War exhibition at the Imperial War Museum in London last week. It's a brilliant free exhibition, featuring a Literary Trail which includes #ArmisticeRunner by Tom Palmer.

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Alastair Chisholm @alastairc.com · 03/08/2026

Hello all! Just a reminder that I'll be at the wonderful #FringeByTheSea THIS WEDNESDAY (5th Aug) with my book BLITZERS. Come and join me for some killer robot fun! #Blitzers @barringtonstoke.bsky.social #NorthBerwick #FBTS

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Are you sitting comfortably? Our new leaflet 'Top Tips to Spark a Love of Reading' is full of expert advice for parents and carers of children aged 4–8, designed to help make reading a fun daily habit at home. Now available to view and download at issuu.com/collinsed/do... 📚

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Steve Beresford @lostinmilbury.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

THE HOUSE OF HORRORS by Dan Smith Next book in The Night House Files series, with a family’s trip turning to horror after a car crash on a lonely highway. Properly scary & twisty too, with a great “investigative” format. Wonderful! @dansmithauthor.bsky.social @barringtonstoke.bsky.social

Book: The House of Horrors by Dan Smith. Cover by Luke Brookes shows a big truck, headlights blazing, bearing down menacingly on a family car.

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Barrington Stoke @barringtonstoke.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

The HarperCollins UK summer sale is on! Get 40% off across everything when you use code SUMMER40 at checkout, including Barrington Stoke books. Explore the books at harpercollins.co.uk/discount/SUM.... Offer ends 16th August.

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