LoveReading4Kids

11/09/2026

Reflecting Disability announces the long-awaited results of its study into the representation of disabled people in children’s books.

The numbers are encouraging but there are significant opportunities to improve authenticity and help more children see themselves in the stories they read.

Read a summary:
https://www.lovereading4kids.co.uk/blog/inaugural-reflecting-disability-study-shows-that-10-of-childrens-books-include-representation-of-disabled-characters-7857

The Reading Agency Arts Council England

10/09/2026

Books that grip, books that reassure, books that inspire.
Books that raise readers and support schools.
Explore our and find your child's next favourite book:
https://www.lovereading4kids.co.uk/

10 Extraordinary Ideas That Shaped Our Universe (9+/11+) by Sheila Kanani, Puffin Books
Mama's Wedding (3+/5+) by Circle Yuen, Lantana Publishing
Little Acorn (3+/5+) by Adam Stower, HarperCollins Children's Books UK
Worm's Big Dig (5+/3+) by Tom Tinn-Disbury, Andersen Press
Circling the Stars (9+/11+) by Laura Sheldon, Firefly Press
The Library of Lost Stories (11+) by Eloise Williams, Firefly Press
Dangerous Influence (13+/YA) by Sally Nicholls - Writer, Barrington Stoke
Rewild (3+/5+) by Benjamin Zephaniah, Illustrated by Emily Sutton, Magic Cat Publishing

09/09/2026

Congratulations Forest Xiao, winner of the 2026 Klaus Flugge Prize.

This year's most exciting and promising newcomer to children’s picture book illustration wins for the super cute Seven Babies.

Click to find out more:
https://www.lovereading4kids.co.uk/blog/adorable-seven-babies-by-forest-xiao-awarded-2026-klaus-flugge-prize-7856

09/09/2026

The gloriously dramatic, hopelessly romantic and utterly irresistible Patch Simmons returned in I Can’t Believe I Don’t Have a Boyfriend.

We caught up with author Harry Trevaldwyn about creating Patch and what he hopes readers will take away from his wonderfully chaotic world.

Read more:
https://www.lovereading4kids.co.uk/blog/behind-the-drama-harry-trevaldwyn-talks-patch-simmons-7853

First Ink, Pan Macmillan

08/09/2026

Discover page-turning, out-of-this world adventures, packed with illustrations, adventure and laughter, creating the readers of tomorrow!

Perfect for young readers ready to explore strange planets and have extraordinary adventures.

Learn more:
https://www.lovereading4kids.co.uk/blog/out-of-this-world-adventures-creating-the-readers-of-tomorrow-6995

Puffin Books

Read Out-of-this World Adventures Creating the Readers of Tomorrow! on LoveReading4Kids

07/09/2026

Explore the cosmos, discover fascinating facts, enjoy magical natural worlds and reassuring stories for new experiences.

Shop our Staff Picks, Save 10% and donate to your child's school:
https://www.lovereading4kids.co.uk/weekly-staff-picks

Cosmic Cruise (5+/7+) by Owen Davey, Post Wave Children's Books
The Green Child (3+/5+) by Hollie Hughes, Illustrated by Britta Teckentrup, Post Wave Children's Books
Believe (5+/7+) by Catherine Doyle, Illustrated by Freya Hartas, Magic Cat Publishing
Little Acorn (3+/5+) by Adam Stower, HarperCollins Children's Books UK
Footprints (5+/7+) by Stephen Davies, Post Wave Children's Books
10 Extraordinary Ideas That Shaped Our Universe (9+/11+) by Sheila Kanani, Puffin Books

03/09/2026

Whether they're into sci-fi, fantasy, mystery or adventures, you'll find recommendations for all ages in this week's .

We'll help you raise a reader, shop and help us support schools:
https://www.lovereading4kids.co.uk/new-releases

Witchy Boo Casts Her First Spell (5+/7+) by Arden Jones, Illustrated by Saoirse Lou Scribbles, Puffin Books
Alex Sparrow and the Really Big Stink (9+/11+) by Jennifer Killick, Firefly Press
Impossible Creatures: The Neverfear (9+/11+) by Katherine Rundell, KidsBloomsbury
Jamaal Target: PHANTOM Agent (9+/11+) by Isaac Hamilton-McKenzie, Puffin
The Haunting of Old Splinter (9+/11+) by Jack Mackay, Rock the Boat Oneworld Publications
Malory Towers Mystery Club: Kidnap at Midnight (9+/11+) by Fleur Hitchcock, Illustrated by Hannah Peck, Hachette Children's
Rusthead (9+/11+) by Ross MacKenzie, Andersen Press
The Green Child (3+/5+) by Hollie Hughes, Illustrated by Britta Teckentrup, Post Wave Children's Books
Alex Sparrow and the Zumbie Apocalypse (9+/11+) by Jennifer Killick, Firefly Press
Thorn (13+/YA) by A.F. Harrold Illustrated by Milly Chapple, Fox and Ink Books

31/08/2026

From unlocking the classics to magic, history and mysteries, this week's Staff Picks feature gripping stories for young readers.

Browse the recommendations and support your child's school when you shop:
https://www.lovereading4kids.co.uk/weekly-staff-picks

Animal Farm: A Retelling (11+/13+/YA) by Tanya Landman, Barrington Stoke
Evie and Maryam's Little Lies (9+/11+) by Janeen Hayat, Guppy Books
My Name is Zayn (11+/13+) by Fidan Meikle, Floris Books
Sky Dancers (11+/13+) by Chris Vick, Zephyr KidsBloomsbury
Alex Sparrow and the Furry Fury (9+) by Jennifer Killick, Firefly Press
The Library of Lost Stories (11+) byEloise Williams, Firefly Press

28/08/2026

Join LoveReading4Kids Editorial Expert Andrea Reece in a special event with author Arden Jones and illustrator Saoirse Lou Scribbles as they discuss their new chapter book series about Witchy Boo, a ghost who discovers she's also a little witch!

A new series perfect for emerging readers, click to enjoy this magical event:
https://www.lovereading4kids.co.uk/blog/a-special-lovereading4kids-event-with-the-creators-of-witchy-boo-casts-her-first-spell-arden-jones-and-saoirse-lou-7843

Puffin Books

Read A special LoveReading4Kids event with the creators of Witchy Boo Casts Her First Spell, Arden Jones and Saoirse Lou. on LoveReading4Kids

27/08/2026

From spellbinding fiction to extraordinary science, see what September has in store.

Our Shelf Spotlight looks ahead to a quartet of books we're thrilled to share with you in the next few weeks. Mysteries and magic, school stories and stunning fact books, explore these books and more in our coming soon section and we'll donate to your child's school with every purchase.

https://www.lovereading4kids.co.uk/coming-soon

Witchy Boo Casts Her First Spell (5+/7+) by Arden Jones, Illustrated by Saoirse Lou Scribbles, Puffin Books
Alex Sparrow and the Really Big Stink (9+/11+) by Jennifer Killick, Firefly Press
10 Extraordinary Ideas That Shaped Our Universe (9+/11+) by Sheila Kanani, Puffin
The Book of Names (11+/13+) by Anthony Kessel, Crown House Publishing