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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 01/10/2026

📚 NEW: Our #GreatBooksGuide 2026-27! Explore 100 recommendations from the past year for primary school children, covering a range of age ranges, accessibility levels, formats and genres. A physical copy of the guide is being sent to primary schools, take a look online⤵️ bit.ly/4hl3Di2

BookTrust's Great Books Guide 2026-27 is here!

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

The Reviews Team at BookTrust recommend these brilliant children’s books this month. As always, check out the full reviews here: www.booktrust.org.uk/book-recomme... #ChildrensBooks #ReadingTogether #SharedReading #SharedStories #BookRecommendations

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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 01/09/2026

📢 Exciting news alert! We're thrilled to share that the wonderful Lucy Rowland is our brand new Writer in Residence! Over the next six months, Lucy will be exploring the link between shared reading and speech, language, and communication skills. We're delighted to welcome Lucy aboard!

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

The Reviews Team at BookTrust recommend these brilliant children’s books this month. As always, check out the full reviews here: www.booktrust.org.uk/book-recomme...

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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 25/07/2026

It's #SouthAsianHeritageMonth, so we're sharing these fantastic books that celebrate South Asian families and culture – and everyone can enjoy reading them together ✨ bit.ly/4oBkM8n

Picture books with South Asian characters

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

The Reviews Team at BookTrust recommend these brilliant children’s books this month. As always, check out the full reviews here: www.booktrust.org.uk/book-recomme...

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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 30/06/2026

🎉 We're delighted to share that we've teamed up with Macmillan Children's Books to bring The Gruffalo to libraries across the country! Macmillan is donating 40,000 copies of Gruffalo books - including brand new story Gruffalo Granny - plus exclusive activity sheets 👇 bit.ly/3QZRk06

The front covers of The Gruffalo, Gruffalo Granny and The Gruffalo's Child arranged in a fan shape plus the words: "BookTrust and Macmillan Children's Books sending 40,000 Gruffalo books to libraries across the country"

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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 08/06/2026

We reached over 10,500 children in foster care or from families on low incomes with #LetterboxClub last year ✨ And 73% of children say they are reading more after receiving the Club's carefully curated selection of books and resources. Find out more in our Impact Report: bit.ly/3QaaaRQ

A photo of a woman and child sitting at the kitchen table doing a Letterbox Club activity together. A quote from a foster carer says "The fact that they’re in a different home, in a different address, but the parcel has got their name on it, it really helps that feeling of belonging in that home. It’s quite special to see that."

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

The Reviews Team at BookTrust recommend these brilliant children’s books this month. As always, check out the full reviews here: www.booktrust.org.uk/book-recomme...

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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 07/05/2026

🥳 Amazing news alert... We're thrilled to unveil the #Bookbuzz Primary 2026 books! Picked by our selection panel, including teachers and other experts, these 16 books cover a range of formats, genres and themes to make sure there's something for everyone! 📚

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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 06/05/2026

We're announcing our #Bookbuzz Primary books tomorrow and we cannot WAIT for you to discover them! We have comedy. We have action. We have spooky stories and fabulous fantasy. We have dyslexia-friendly, accessible, and stretch reads. We have graphic novels and non-fiction. And more! Stay tuned 👀

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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 05/05/2026

📢 The #Bookbuzz Secondary books are here! Carefully selected by an expert panel of teachers and school librarians, they cover a range of genres, formats and reading levels to make sure there's something for everyone. We're so excited for students to discover these top titles!

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

The Reviews Team at BookTrust recommend these brilliant children’s books this month. As always, check out the full reviews here: www.booktrust.org.uk/book-recomme...

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

The Reviews Team at BookTrust recommend these brilliant children’s books this month. As always, check out the full reviews here: www.booktrust.org.uk/book-recomme...

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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 31/03/2026

Our Books team read and review dozens of new children's books every month 📚 Looking for recommendations? Use our Bookfinder tool to discover the very best kids’ books: bit.ly/4s6fenc

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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 13/03/2026

Our team had a fantastic time at The #LondonBookFair this week! It was great to talk about what BookTrust is doing for the National Year of Reading as the Early Years delivery lead, and inspiring to hear about the excellent work being done by our fellow reading charities! #GoAllIn

Photos of the BookTrust team at the London Book Fair.

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

The Reviews Team at BookTrust recommend these brilliant children’s books this month. As always, check out the full reviews here: www.booktrust.org.uk/book-recomme...

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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 24/02/2026

📣Bring an author into your classroom! Sign up for our next #BookTrustRepresents virtual author workshop to hear from the wonderful @heychante.bsky.social - award-winning author-illustrator of Supa Nova. 👇 bit.ly/46t3BPk

A photo of Chante Timothy and her book Supa Nova. White text on a dark blue background says Chante Timothy virtual author workshop for Years 3 and 4. 11am on Wednesday 18 March.

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

On Mondays, I volunteer at a primary school and recently read some stories written by Yr 6. So imaginative! My fave: A town sheriff kills some zombies, then goes to the library (of course!). The final line: He read a book in glory. I wish you all fantastic weekends where you read a book in glory.

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

The Reviews Team at BookTrust recommend these brilliant children’s books this month. As always, check out the full reviews here: www.booktrust.org.uk/book-recomme...

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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 31/01/2026

Today, @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social from our Books team is having a brilliant time at the @teachberkshire.bsky.social conference! She's been speaking about the power of social reading experiences and has been meeting lots of passionate teachers to share how BookTrust can support their work. 📚

A photo of Rachel from BookTrust preparing to present while holding a copy of the BookTrust Great Books Guide; a sign at the Teach Berkshire event; BookTrust's stand at the event covered in guides and leaflets

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

I’m looking forward to speaking to teachers about BookTrust’s work at tomorrow’s National Year of Reading conference in Warwickshire. And tonight - dinner with three fantastic authors. Lucky me!

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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 15/01/2026

Our #WriterInResidence Matt Goodfellow has been busy talking to top authors about the power of voice! 🗣️ This week, check out his conversation with superstars David Almond, Nathanael Lessore and Anthony McGowan... 👇 bit.ly/455WtYr

A photo of Matt Goodfellow wearing sunglasses and looking thoughtful plus the words: "Matt Goodfellow talks to top authors about voice" and a quote from David Almond: "Whoever we are, wherever we come from, we need to have our voice validated and valued"

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

The Reviews Team at BookTrust recommend these brilliant children’s books this month. As always, check out the full reviews here: www.booktrust.org.uk/book-recomme...

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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 04/12/2025

Rachel and George had a fabulous time at the 2025 Lollies Awards today 🤩 We had so much fun being involved in the longlisting process. What a joy to be part of the UK's biggest celebration of funny books, where the winners are voted for by children! Thanks @scholasticuk.bsky.social 🎉

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

The Reviews Team at BookTrust recommend these brilliant children’s books this month. As always, check out the full reviews here: www.booktrust.org.uk/book-recomme...

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

Wonderful walking tour book launch on Friday for Holly Webb’s latest book on Girl Guides spying in WWI! Thank you, Holly Webb and @rocktheboatnews.bsky.social

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

The Reviews Team at BookTrust recommend these brilliant children’s books this month. As always, check out the full reviews here: www.booktrust.org.uk/book-recomme...

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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 28/10/2025

What questions do you have for our Book Doctors? 🩺 They're here to help with all your book-related queries - from how to use our #GreatBooksGuide to recommendations on particular topics and books suitable for different kinds of readers. Drop your questions in the replies 👇

An illustration of an open book with a lightbulb on its pages plus the words: "Ask our Book Doctors"

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Lovely launch on Tuesday for The Fantastical Safari, by the talented Kristjana Williams. Gorgeous window, too! Thank you, Quarto Kids and Waterstones Kensington.

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

The Reviews Team at BookTrust recommend these brilliant children’s books this month. As always, check out the full reviews here: www.booktrust.org.uk/book-recomme...

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Dead good launch for the brilliant Dracula and Daughters. Thank you. @faberchildrens.bsky.social and Emma Carroll. Great pizza and party bag!

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

Thank you, Piccadilly Press for a fabulous launch for The Girl Who Raced the World. To have found a Round the World in 80 Days themed bar!! Amazing. Great night, tricky quiz, brilliant book.

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

The Reviews Team at BookTrust recommend these brilliant children’s books this month. As always, check out the full reviews here: www.booktrust.org.uk/book-recomme...

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

The Reviews Team at BookTrust recommend these brilliant children’s books this August. As always, check out the full reviews here: www.booktrust.org.uk/book-recomme...

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

I loved Allan Ahlberg’s books while growing up, and then relished reading them to my children, particularly Burglar Bill. (‘I’ll ’ave that!’) Janet and Allan delighted generations of children - what a legacy.

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 07/07/2025

The Reviews Team at BookTrust recommend these brilliant children’s books this July. As always, check out the full reviews here: www.booktrust.org.uk/book-recomme...

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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 27/06/2025

✨ Calling all early years settings: our #WriterInResidence Camilla Reid has an amazing competition for you! ✨ She's asking you to create an eye-catching initiative which communicates the power of early shared reading at home. Find out more 👇 www.booktrust.org.uk/about-us/new...

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

I was delighted to be at the ceremony today for the Carnegie Medals for Illustration and for Writing. Congratulations to Margaret McDonald, Nathanael Lessore, Theo Parish and Olivia Lomenech Gill! #Carnegies2025 Much love for librarians all round, quite rightly. 📚

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

This report is inspiring, vital and practical. Plus, it has beautiful illustrations by @chrisriddell.bsky.social in it! Well worth a read.

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Laura Henry-Allain @laurahallain.bsky.social · 11/05/2025

It Takes a Village ~ How we can all support children’s reading in their Early Years and beyond! A free webinar! Date: Thursday 12th June 2025 Time: 7:30 – 9:00pm BST To secure your place, please email: Admin@LauraHenryAllain.Com and visit: www.laurahenryallain/news

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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 08/05/2025

📢 NEW: Today we're delighted to launch our report into the evolution of reading in the early years, based on longitudinal research with families on low incomes. It highlights the importance of supporting families throughout this time of rapid change: www.booktrust.org.uk/resources/fi...

A photo of a woman and child looking at a book together, plus a triangle reading: "How reading evolves in the early years - Longitudinal insights from families"

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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 30/04/2025

⭐ We're thrilled that Ten Little Ducklings by Lucy Rowland and Aki has been crowned the #BookTrustStorytime Prize winner! ⭐ This super book won over families and librarians with its rhythmic text, bold illustrations and interactive format: www.booktrust.org.uk/about-us/new...

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 26/04/2025

My daughter just called Dick Turpin ‘Dick Turnip’ and now I need to read that picture book please. Authors and illustrators, assemble!

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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 24/04/2025

You could be among the first to hear about this year's #MyBookbuzz books! 📚 Join our free webinar on 1 May where we'll unveil the new titles, share how they were chosen, and hear from three top authors whose books are included 👀 👇 us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 01/04/2025

Some of our Books team had another fantastic day at Bologna Book Fair - this time with Waterstones #ChildrensLaureate @frankcottrellboyce.bsky.social Today, Frank was joined by fellow Laureates from around the globe for a fascinating discussion - there was so much to take away from it!

BookTrust staff with Frank Cottrell-Boyce

Laureates in conversation at Bologna Book Fair

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

Thank you to Jess at Babyzone. It was fantastic to see the children listen to Storytime and to read books with their adults, too.

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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 31/03/2025

Some of our Books team have had a busy first day at Bologna Book Fair. They’ve enjoyed meeting publishers to discuss BookTrust’s programmes and our Great Books Guide, and hearing about exciting new books.

BookTrust staff standing outside Bologna Book Fair

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

Delighted to go to the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize awards last night. Congratulations to Nathanael Lessore, Carlos Sanchez and Mikey Please on your wins. And Mikey Please on the overall prize! Lovely speech - including impromptu Spanish! - from @frankcottrellboyce.bsky.social too. #WCBP25

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Rachel Boden @rachel-the-editor.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

Teachers! Join us at this FREE webinar on Thursday at 4pm - or sign up to get the recording later on. Don’t miss @mrmcgrammar.bsky.social @beckygoddardhill.bsky.social and teacher Kiran Satti discussing how to boost the wellbeing of pupils through books.

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