Blog Scholastic Children's Books
-
What to read based on your favourite Christmas film!
If you’re looking for a holiday read that will keep you as entertained as your favourite festive film, we have you covered with our list of comparative recommendations!
-
The Case of the Chaos Monster London tour
Take a tour of elemental London from The Case of the Chaos Monster, with research from author Patrice Lawrence.
-
Top survival-horror gaming books
With the brand-new Five Nights at Freddy’s film out in cinemas today, we’ve collated our top scariest books based on popular survival-horror video games that are perfect for gamers and lovers of all things scary.
-
How Black History Influenced The Elemental Detectives
In honor of Black History Month, Patrice Lawrence has curated a collection of facts drawn from her research into Black history that inspired her writing of The Elemental Detectives.
-
What’s new this October!
Discover this month’s new books, spanning heartwarming picture books, exciting stories and lot’s of festive tales!
-
Unleash the Power of Reading with Future Hero
Introducing Future Hero, the perfect adventure series for children seeking their next great escape!
-
How To Be a Thriller Writer, by Sarah Naughton
Sarah Naughton author of You Better Watch Out a dark, edge-of-your-seat thriller, shares her top tips on how to be a killer (thriller writer)!
-
A Cat’s-Eye View of History, by Kimberlie Hamilton
Author Kimberlie Hamilton explains five things that she learnt whilst writing her new book, A History of the World (According to Cats!) and why cats are more important than we might think!
-
The benefits to humour in children’s fiction, by Emily-Jane Clark
Author Emily-Jane Clark discusses the benefits of humour in children’s fiction and shares her reasons for writing funny stories.
-
New books this September!
Discover this month’s new books, spanning heartwarming picture books, chilling tales and exciting stories!
-
Read this summer with Luna Wolf!
Now the sun is shinning, read this summer with Luna Wolf: Animal Wizard by superstar TV presenter and bestselling children’s author Alesha Dixon! Discover our list of fantastic books we recommend to read alongside _Luna…
-
Recommended Reads for Fans of Heartstopper
Are you a fan of Heartstopper? Here are some recommended reads perfect for those looking for their next favourite book!
-
New books this July!
Discover this month’s new books, spanning family favourites, heartwarming picture books, gripping thrillers and stories of self-discovery!
-
YA Books to Celebrate Pride Month
This year, Scholastic are celebrating Pride Month by sharing a diverse selection of books that embrace LGBTQIA+ voices and stories.
-
Brand new books this June!
Discover this month’s new books, spanning epic fantasy, heartfelt adventures, laugh-out-loud picture books, and gripping thrillers.
-
Writing right with author Annaliese Avery
Annaliese Avery shares her top writing tips and tells us the unique method she used to decide characters’ fates in The Immortal Games.
-
The Funny Business of Death
How laughter can help with grief, by award-winning author Simon James Green.
-
Bringing you the best new books this May!
Discover the best new books published this month including epic YA fantasy, heartfelt adventures and laugh-out-loud picture books.
-
Q&A with Finn Jones Was Here illustrator, Jennifer Jamieson
We spoke to Jennifer Jamieson, the illustrator of Simon James Green’s latest middle-grade novel, Finn Jones Was Here, about illustrating emotional rollercoasters.
-
Sue Wallman on catfishing and the creation of Every Word a Lie
Every Word a Lie may be entertainment, but it’s also a cautionary tale…
Sue Wallman speaks about catfishing and the creation of her latest YA novel, Every Word a Lie.
-
What to read based on your favourite Taylor Swift album
With clips from the Eras tour dominating everybody’s TikTok FYP at the moment, we couldn’t help but recommend the best books to read based on your favourite Taylor Swift albums! From the heartbreak and teenage angst of…
-
There’s No Such Thing as Dragons!
Celebrating the publication of There’s No Such Thing As Dragons with Daisy, the winner of our illustration competition.
We share Daisy’s winning illustration and ask her some questions all about books and, of course,...
-
Step into Spring with our Outdoorsy Picks
The days are getting longer and buds are beginning to bloom – Spring must be nearly here!
-
Happy International Women’s Day! Discover our favourite females in fiction
Happy International Women’s Day! We’re celebrating International Women’s Day by sharing some of our favourite females in children’s fiction books.
-
Meet Ann Liang, author of This Time It’s Real!
Celebrate Valentine’s Day and the release of This Time It’s Real with Ann Liang! We chat with Ann about writing, romance, fake dating and, of course, her brand-new novel.
-
Q&A with Jumata Emill
Jumata Emill tells us about his new book, The Black Queen, a timely, edge-of-your-seat thriller, out February 2023.
-
Reflect and Remember on Holocaust Memorial Day
This week, we share stories in remembrance of those persecuted in the Holocaust, and reflect upon the horrors of the Nazi occupation.
-
A Q&A with Richard O’Neill
Celebrate the release of A Different Kind of Freedom: A Romani Story and discover more about the writing process, inspiration and research involved.
-
Q&A with author Luke Gamble
Hear from Luke Gamble, author of The Secret Animal Society series, all about his writing and being a vet.
-
A Q&A with Dan Freedman – celebrating 15 years of Jamie Johnson!
This year marks the 15th anniversary of the publication of the first Jamie Johnson book. We spoke with Dan Freedman about all things football, writing, inspiration and more!
-
Celebrating 40 years of Fighting Fantasy
This year marks the 40th anniversary of the publication of the first book in the Fighting Fantasy series.
-
Celebrating 45 years of The Lighthouse Keeper’s Lunch
This year marks the 45th anniversary of the publication of The Lighthouse Keeper’s Lunch.
-
Christmas Classics to Read Before You Watch
From the festive halls of Hogwarts to the snowy mountains of Narnia to the merry streets of Who-ville, discover our top Christmas classics to curl up with and read before you watch this holiday season!
-
Author Rachel Pierce in conversation with winner of the Children’s Books Ireland writing competition
Author Rachel Pierce in conversation with winner of the Children’s Books Ireland writing competition
-
Christmas Gift Ideas – the best books to give as presents
Make Christmas personal with our selection of the best Christmas classics and festive favourites to give as presents! From baking gingerbread castles with Harry Potter, to meeting Father Christmas with the Pevensie…
-
Around the World in Books: Festive Holidays
Go around the world in books this holiday season and introduce your children to festivities and traditions celebrated by different countries. From the origins of the Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree to the festivities of…
-
The best fairy tale retellings for children
We love a fairy tale with a twist, and in celebration of Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen’s ‘The Three Billy Goats Gruff’, we’re sharing more of the best retellings for children of all ages.
-
How to prepare little ones for a new sibling, with Anna Friend
Author Anna Friend introduces her new book How Will It Be With Baby and Me? and shares her top tips for parents and carers preparing a child for a new sibling.
-
Scholastic and author Helen Rutter partner with Family Action
Scholastic and bestselling author Helen Rutter partner with Family Action to deliver publishing workshop for young carers.
-
What to Look Out For This March
March is an exciting month in the Scholastic calendar. With World Book Day just days away and some fantastic new books coming out this month, we have a lot to celebrate! We’re rounding up just a few of the things you can…
-
Books about Kindness with Helen Rutter
This week is Random Acts of Kindness Week, so bestselling author Helen Rutter is here to share her favourite books about being kind and showing empathy.
-
Q&A with Vashti Hardy
Vashti Hardy tells us all about her new book, Harley Hitch and the Missing Moon, a fully-illustrated, wildly imaginative, inventive adventure!
-
Q&A with Rachel Pierce
Rachel Pierce tells us all about her new book, Ireland: The People, The Places, The Stories, a stunning celebration of the rich culture and fascinating history of Ireland featuring ten Irish illustrators.
-
What to Look Out For in May
Take a look at some of the things coming up this May, including brand new books, live school events and a competition to win a family set of Micro Scooters!
-
What to Look Out For in April
We’re rounding up just a few of the things you can look out for from us this month in children’s books, education, Book Clubs and more.
-
What to Look Out For in March
March is an exciting month in the Scholastic calendar! We’re rounding up just a few of the things you can look out for from us this month for World Book Day, children’s books, education, Book Clubs and more.
