Literacy, Reading & Digital Media Consultant, AccessIt trainer, Certified Canva for Education trainer, bookworm & tech geek.

Joined March 2008
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Bev Humphrey retweeted
1 in 7 UK primary schools has no library. Libraries for Primaries is tackling this with a fully funded package for eligible schools. 500 books, furniture, training, author visits — all free. Apply now for 2026/27. 🔗 librariesforprimaries.org.uk…
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Very much looking forward to attending on the day, with my fingers firmly crossed! #carnegies2026
📚 Two weeks to go until the 2026 Carnegie Awards! Join us live on Tuesday 23 June as we reveal the winners of the Carnegie Medals for Writing and Illustration, along with the Shadowers’ Choice winners! Find out how to watch: carnegies.co.uk/take-part/li… #Carnegies2026
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Brilliant first session #IRC26 from @jonnybid , so many inspiring, common sense suggestions for encouraging children to become readers & maintain their enthusiasm . What an act to follow!!! @DaisyEduUK

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I am running my Canva for School Librarians course again on the 3rd July. a 3 hour course ,you can either attend virtually in real time or watch the recording afterwards. I will send a couple of books to each of the first 5 delegates to sign up 😊 bevhumphrey.com/canva-for-sc…

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My top reads for picture books, Middle Grade & Young Adult for #PrideMonth (created with @canva naturally!)
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Blog about getting those books back!
With the UK school year winding down, now’s the perfect time to get ready 📚 Bev Humphrey shares top tips for encouraging returns, keeping reading visible, and ending term on a calm, organised note ✨ Read the full blog here: ow.ly/brPZ50Z4YMj
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Happy #publicationday to all of these great titles, so many wonderful books to choose from! #bookbirthday
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Just look at these two stunning picture books I bought with a birthday voucher as they’ve been on my wishlist forever. Gorgeous illustrations, dragons & illustrated covers under the slipcovers…….and did I mention the dragons?! 🥰 @DevinElleKurtz
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Happy #bookbirthday @MelTBessent @LindsayGalvin #GillArbuthnott Three great reads, whether you want to laugh, go on an adventure & meet a historical figure or learn more about your brain, these books have got you covered @BarringtonStoke @FarshoreBooks @templarbooks 🙂
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This Friday evening I'll be hosting my Lit Link Up webinar & I have so many amazing picture, middle grade & young adult books to tell you about! I also have 2 (possibly 3) book packs to give away to attendees on the night & all are welcome to attend. us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi…
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Princess Pete is a gorgeous, joyful, LGBTQIA positive picture book which celebrates a child’s right to self expression. Beautiful bright illustrations and an excellent message put across in such a fun way, I love it 🥰 @walkerpicbooks
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It's #publicationday for so many great children's & YA books today! Happy #bookbirthday to all 😊 #goallin
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Very much looking forward to attending the #canvassadorsummit next week in Birmingham and learning and collaborating with my fellow Canvassadors @CanvaEdu
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Bev Humphrey retweeted
📖 Every reader deserves great stories! In partnership with @RNIB and @CalibreAudio, #Carnegie2026 shortlisted books are available in braille, large print and audio - supporting inclusive access for readers everywhere! Find out more: carnegies.co.uk/about-the-aw…
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Bev Humphrey retweeted
Our next update is just around the corner! ✨ Accessit 9.3.10 brings a refreshed Web App Circulation experience built for your busiest times. With a cleaner layout that cuts down on visual clutter, you’ll enjoy a smoother workflow 📚 Rollouts begin soon, watch this space 👀
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Bev Humphrey retweeted
We’re live from today! 🎉 @ScholasticUK is kicking off a week of #Carnegies2026 virtual events with shortlisted authors & illustrators (27 April–1 May). Join a session live sign up for recordings! 🔗 Register: shop.scholastic.co.uk/the-ca…
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Congratulations!
We are so pleased to share that Ultimate Rugby Superstars by @footieheroesbks and @MaggieAlphonsi, with brilliant illustrations by @danleydon, is shortlisted for the Charles Tyrwhitt Sports Book Awards! @sportsbookaward #CTSBA25 #ReadingForSport
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Bev Humphrey retweeted
Get Ready! 🔔 from Monday, @ScholasticUK, the official book supplier for the #Carnegies2026, is hosting a week of live virtual events with shortlisted authors & illustrators 27 April–1 May. Watch live sign up for recordings! 🔗 Join us: shop.scholastic.co.uk/the-ca…
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Bev Humphrey retweeted
Here are the seven authors shortlisted for this year's #BranfordBoaseAward. In the National Year of Reading, it feels more important than ever to highlight new voices to catch the attention of today’s young readers. Congratulations to them all 🎆 branfordboaseaward.org.uk/
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Bev Humphrey retweeted
Accessit Kiosk is coming soon ✨ a browser-based self-service circulation app that turns every classroom, corridor, and library space into an access point for all of your resources 📚 Head to accessitlibrary.com/kiosk to find out more!
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