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K.L.Kettle @klkettle.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

Please share! Nominate a school for free book & author talk (30 secs) → go.klkettle.com/friends-bsky I’m giving 50 copies of my #ukYA Control Alter Delete to school libraries — 1 free copy each, + free virtual visit for 1 winner. Anyone can nominate. Closes 8 Sept.

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Jill Bennett @jillshanti.bsky.social · 28/02/2026

A hugely thought-provoking, timely YA story #ControlAlterDelete superbly crafted by K.L.Kettle @littletigeruk.bsky.social is reviewed today on #RedReadingHub blog wp.me/p11DI5-dEC

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K.L.Kettle @klkettle.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

so it’s been a hot minute since I opened up bsky.. what did I miss?

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Gareth L. Powell / G.L. Powell @garethlpowell.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Some shots from Sunday's panel at @mcmcomiccon.bsky.social in London, courtesy of Kit Alexander. My wonderful fellow panelists were @klkettle.bsky.social @mahmudelsayed.bsky.social and Temi Oh.

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Sandra Richardson @sanz71.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

I'm about halfway through Control Alter Delete by KL Kettle. It's a speculative YA thriller that tackles themes of technology & power. What would you choose a beautiful untrue life or a broken true one? @klkettle.bsky.social @littletigeruk.bsky.social @netgalley.bsky.social #ControlAlterDelete

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K.L.Kettle @klkettle.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

✨ CONTROL ALTER DELETE – COMING 2026 The world of #ControlAlterDelete is almost here… and you can pre-order now from Waterstones with 25% off using code OCTOBER25 (14–17 October, online only). #BlackMirror meets #ReadyPlayerOne with a side order of #Paprika bit.ly/48YWwI7

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K.L.Kettle @klkettle.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

my new book got announced today. Out Feb 2026 and already available to pre order #BlackMirror meets #ReadyPlayerOne! ‘Control, Alter, Delete’ is the new speculative YA thriller tackling themes of technology and power dynamics.#ControlAlterDelete www.instagram.com/p/DPv50GNDwS...

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Louie Stowell @louiestowell.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

This new author care toolkit, explaining a lot of the hidden things about the publishing business, could come in handy for new authors. Haven't had a proper look yet but sharing before I forget! www.thebookseller.com/news/society...

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Society of Authors creates new toolkit to 'empower authors'

A new illustrated digital resource called Author Care: a Toolkit for Authors was launched at the National Writers Conference in Birmingham

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K.L.Kettle @klkettle.bsky.social · 31/05/2025

I’ve missed having a screaming (“what!”) at the telly moment. Thanks RTD.

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K.L.Kettle @klkettle.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

So if engaging JKRs ire is what makes me come out, then here it is. I’m Asexual. It’s taken me over 30 years to recognise myself. The challenges are real. I’m quiet about it because that’s my choice. But if i have to shout it out to stand shoulder to shoulder with my tribe - I will. 💜🤍🩶

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Damian Barr @damianbarr.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

Do yourself a favour and brighten up your day and the world by following these lovely LGBTQIA+ bookshops. You’re welcome. 🌈 go.bsky.app/G321HCf

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The Atlantic @theatlantic.com · 20/03/2025

Search the LibGen database here, and peer inside a pirated library of millions of books and research papers used by Meta and others:

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Search LibGen, the Pirated-Books Database That Meta Used to Train AI

Millions of books and scientific papers are captured in the collection’s current iteration.

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Alex Reisner @alexreisner.bsky.social · 27/08/2023

Great response from Margaret Atwood to my piece in @theatlantic.bsky.social . "...they could at least buy me a coffee." www.theatlantic.com/books/archiv...

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Murdered by My Replica?

Margaret Atwood responds to the revelation that pirated copies of her books are being used to train AI.

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K.L.Kettle @klkettle.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

#WorldBookDay2025 means it’s time to grab a new read (also double points @waterstones today!) If you’re looking for a gripping dystopian thriller about gender-based oppression & power, check out #TheBoyIAm. In 2025, these conversations matter more than ever. 📖 www.waterstones.com/book/the-boy...

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The Boy I Am by K. L. Kettle | Waterstones

Buy The Boy I Am by K. L. Kettle from Waterstones today! Click and Collect from your local Waterstones or get FREE UK delivery on orders over £25.

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K.L.Kettle @klkettle.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

It’s been a long day. many world book day workshops; an amazing (AmAZiNG @wordtheatre.bsky.social ) show at the @oldvictheatre.bsky.social … I have one question…. do I stay up and watch the next episode of Severence without my OH and risk marital collapse… or do I sleep. Both have strong appeal.

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K.L.Kettle @klkettle.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

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The Boy I Am by K. L. Kettle | Waterstones

Buy The Boy I Am by K. L. Kettle from Waterstones today! Click and Collect from your local Waterstones or get FREE UK delivery on orders over £25.

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K.L.Kettle @klkettle.bsky.social · 08/01/2025

looks like this is my main hangout now then :)

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K.L.Kettle @klkettle.bsky.social · 25/12/2024

Kids in bed. Tummy’s full. Finishing off the night with #DoctorWho and the finale of #Arcane ! :)

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Simon James Green @simonjamesgreen.bsky.social · 01/12/2024

Anyway, further to my post yesterday, here’s a list of all the LGBTQ+ books published in the UK this year. 19 pages of entertaining, funny, thrilling, thought-provoking, empathy-building titles which deserve to be on any list, from Queer Lit in Manchester. 😍 www.queerlit.co.uk/collections/...

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LGBTQ+ books released in 2024

Be proudly unapologetic with this amazing collection of LGBTQ+ books! Bursting with timely, in-the-now content that promises to move and inspire, these books released in 2024 will be the perfect way t...

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SF Said @whatsfsaid.bsky.social · 29/11/2024

Children's books should be for ALL CHILDREN! But the new Reflecting Realities report from @theclpe.bsky.social shows a worrying decline in representation. Publishers need to respond and do better: we need books for EVERYONE! #literacy #kidlit #ukkidlit #WeNeedDiverseBooks clpe.org.uk/research/clp...

Cover and interior of 2024 Reflecting Realities report from CLPE

Screenshot of findings from CLPE Reflecting Realities report - showing a drop in representation in children's books

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K.L.Kettle @klkettle.bsky.social · 28/11/2024

LOOK look! The superhero’s secret identities have all been revealed!

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John Shelley - Illustrator @studionib.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

I've updated my starter pack of UK & Ireland indie bookshops, which now stands at just under 80 entries, go.bsky.app/5ZWcsLN More seem to be joining Bluesky all the time, let me know of any I've missed! #kidlitUK #UKkidlit #bookshops

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Bookshops UK & Ireland

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K.L.Kettle @klkettle.bsky.social · 28/11/2024

Eeeppp I just got invited to the book launch for #IceApprentices by Jacob! I mentored him VERY briefly over a year ago and now i get to celebrate this amazing boo.k coming out with simon&schuster. I couldn’t be MORE gushy and excited. Oooh how I love the #ukkidlit community

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a pixel art of a white teddy bear with pink cheeks and arms .

ALT: a pixel art of a white teddy bear with pink cheeks and arms .

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K.L.Kettle @klkettle.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

If you see this, post a photo of a beach from your camera roll

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Mostly Book Talk @mostlybooktalk.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

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

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Big Bearded Spookseller @bigbeardedbookseller.com · 24/11/2024

The Literary Events Starter Pack is up to 23, if you know of festivals or literary events that are on Bluesky please let me know go.bsky.app/PHw99bS

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Wonderland Bookshop @wonderlandbookshop.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

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

Photo of a tote bag being held up in front of bookcases. Books are my bag, choose bookshops is printed on it in orange. It is full of bookish goodies.

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🎃 Killy Witches 👻 @tillybridges.bsky.social · 08/11/2024

since I mentioned starter packs for finding people to follow, here’s a thread of some to get you cookin’!

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Hannah Gold @hannahgold.bsky.social · 22/11/2024

I’m doing an Isabel Allende course on BBC Maestro. Here’s today’s gem on the magic of storytelling: “It’s organic. It’s intuitive. You have to enter a dimension of dream, of intuition, of premonition, in order to surrender to the process of writing. And that is absolutely magical.” Love. ❤️

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K.L.Kettle @klkettle.bsky.social · 22/11/2024

#kidlituk #ukya #ukkidlit #booksellers I’d quite like to do a Christmas swag giveaway to anyone who is gifting #TheBoyIAm and so would love your advice on how to do it ! I’ve already reached out to my local bookshop. Is that the best way?

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K.L.Kettle @klkettle.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

So on reflection. I prefer bluesky. Damnit.

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Lynn Huggins-Cooper @hugginscooper.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

If you would like to be added to this starter pack so member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators BI can find each other easily, please pop your name below :) go.bsky.app/KBvYZbZ

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K.L.Kettle @klkettle.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

🔔🚨‼️News: ‼️🚨🔔 I’m available full time in Jan 2025 for school, library and bookshop visits/workshops. If you’re interested do reach out here or via email info@klkettle.com

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JohnChalmers+SandraMarrs=Metaphrog @metaphrog.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

Resharing this thread of starter packs because we still see new arrivals from the #ukkidlit #kidlit community. You’ll find authors, illustrators, agents and more.

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Wonderland Bookshop @wonderlandbookshop.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

For those of you looking for authors of middle grade children's books, we've got you covered here: go.bsky.app/RwXPjHm Still adding! #kidlituk

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K.L.Kettle @klkettle.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

@finnlongman.bsky.social Hiya! Just joined Bluesky, would you mind adding me on any #ukya starterkit list you’re setting up x

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K.L.Kettle @klkettle.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

Hellloo! Let’s connect Blue Sky peeps. My debut novel #TheBoyIAm came out in 2021 & working on my next books. I follow back anyone into the same things as me including YA, SciFi, thriller & spec fiction bod who is interested in kindness and the fair distribution of power :)

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K.L.Kettle @klkettle.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

ok. I joined. Y’all better not be kidding. It was this or myspace.

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Finn Longman is only here occasionally @finnlongman.com · 09/11/2024

Thinking of trying to make this #UKYA list a reality. If you're a YA author in UK or Ire* and would be interested in being included, let me know. *The UKYA hashtag usually covers both so is a misnomer but I guess it's to do with the setup of the publishing industry etc etc

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