Fiction Publisher @simonkids_uk Books. Beer. Baking. All views my own.
Joined July 2013
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16 Oct 2024
This novel is the bravest piece of writing I've had the privilege of being involved with. @stewfoster1 has written a sublime examination of male friendship, and the generosity with which he shares experience is flooring. Urgent and necessary coming from @simonYAbooks in Feb.
16 Oct 2024
COVER REVEAL... and its SOOO gorgeous
Write what you know. So i did
'Pieces of Us" is very personal for me
Its a story from my heart...my head.... for yours..... about the places where we all ache and laugh in between.
Huge thanks to @simonYAbooks for backing me.
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12 Jul 2024
This one’s for you @AnnaFargher
11 Jul 2024
Someone write this book for me to publish please?
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1 Jun 2024
Beamingly proud to see this epic adventure and the debut children’s novel from @theAliceRoberts selected for book of the month by @WaterstonesKids It’s the journey of all our lifetimes, beautifully illustrated by the superlative @RobinsonKH. What a choice! @simonkids_UK
1 Jun 2024
A prehistoric girl and a neanderthal boy embark on an adventure that changes the course of human history in our irresistible and wonderfully evocative Children's Book of the Month WOLF ROAD, by @theAliceRoberts: exyu.short.gy/ERoFAF #WBOTM
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10 May 2024
An amazing opportunity here to work with some of the most experienced children’s editors out there. They will help you shape your story as you embark on your writing career.
10 May 2024
All Stories 2024 is open for applications and we can't wait to hear from you! Are you a picture book/young fiction writer looking to develop your work? Are you a part of an underrepresented group? Find out more and apply for our 1:1 mentorship programme: allstories.org.uk
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10 May 2024
This book is extraordinary. It published yesterday and is one of the most rewarding publishing experiences I’ve had. Passion, care and creativity from the superlative @TomPercivalsays and every member of the team @simonkids_UK
9 May 2024
Here’s the first of a series of videos exploring the themes within my new middle grade novel, The Wrong Shoes. This video explores creativity, and how it can help us.
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30 Apr 2024
A phenomenal achievement for @annabelwriter with this series going stratospheric, championed by the unswervingly passionate gang @simonkids_UK. Children's books are pretty good.
30 Apr 2024
⚡ Skandar and the Chaos Trials is the number one book in the children's charts and number two overall! This series continues to soar @annabelwriter 💛 ⚡
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26 Apr 2024
A wonderful list of books and editors for this year’s @BranfordBoase, always a very special prize. Congratulations everyone! 👏
25 Apr 2024
The year's outstanding debut novels for children/young people - it's the shortlist for the #BranfordBoaseAward 2024. Congratulations to these talented new authors and to the editors who have supported and nurtured them. branfordboaseaward.org.uk/sh…
ALT Graphic for the six books on the Branford Boase Award shortlist with supporter logos Walker Books and ALCS
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22 Apr 2024
It is a privilege to watch the team @simonkids_UK work, who publish with such exuberance, passion and care. Congratulations @annabelwriter on another knockout - the atmosphere in the room tonight is testament to your generosity and talent. I will forever believe in unicorns. 🦄
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22 Mar 2024
A genre-busting YA novel for EVERY reader has won its category in the @WaterstonesKids book prize and its author @KayvionLewis is a megastar. A lot of people have passionately and creatively worked on launching this book and we are so proud of the results @simonYAbooks
21 Mar 2024
Thieves’ Gambit by @KayvionLewis is the winner in our Older Readers category. A propulsive romantic fantasy pitching a 17-year-old thief into a dangerous competition to save her mother: bit.ly/3PvX8un #WCBP24
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14 Mar 2024
In the dead of night, the immortal rises . . . @SophsWills the coolest horror maker in the land has done it again. Couldn't be prouder of this series catering to young teens ready for a bit of meat on their books . . . @simonYAbooks
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14 Mar 2024
This novel is extraordinary. An uncompromising look at a world in crisis, perfectly crafted and passionately told. Huge congratulations @ClareFurniss - utterly superb @simonYAbooks
14 Mar 2024
Don’t miss critically acclaimed writer Clare Furniss’s striking new YA dystopia that reimagines London as the epicentre of the refugee crisis.
THE THINGS WE LEAVE BEHIND is out now! 🖤
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14 Mar 2024
Don’t miss critically acclaimed writer Clare Furniss’s striking new YA dystopia that reimagines London as the epicentre of the refugee crisis.
THE THINGS WE LEAVE BEHIND is out now! 🖤
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8 Mar 2024
A kind, generous and hilarious colleague. Go well. X
7 Mar 2024
We are deeply saddened that Nick Sheridan has passed away following a short illness.
We were so proud to publish Nick’s funny and insightful debut, 'Breaking News', and his hilarious ‘Snoops Bay’ mystery series. Nick’s captivating charm, humour, and inquisitiveness infused his children’s books, and he was committed to making reading fun and exciting.
Our heartfelt thoughts are with his family, partner and friends.
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8 Feb 2024
The day is here! Proud as punch that @KayvionLewis is on the shortlist for the @WaterstonesKids prize with her incredible genre-busting heist novel @simonYAbooks
8 Feb 2024
Friendship, fantasy and fighting for what's right; the books shortlisted for this years Older Fiction prize brilliantly demonstrate the range and quality of contemporary YA fiction. Learn more about our shortlisted authors & illustrators here: bit.ly/3uvHRlS #WCBP24
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6 Feb 2024
This is a must-have book on the shelf of every family. It is moving beyond measure and has been so lovingly created by all involved. Stops me in my tracks every time it is discussed @simonkids_UK Congratulations all, especially @CharissaEmily and @SamUsherBooks for a true beauty
6 Feb 2024
.@simonkids_UK wins five-way auction for two picture books from Charissa Coulthard (@CharissaEmily) and @SamUsherBooks.
Read more 👇 thebookseller.com/rights/ss-…
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24 Jan 2024
A wonderful longlist for this very special prize. Congratulations to all the authors and editors here and thank you @BranfordBoase for including the extraordinary How Far We've Come by major talent and wonderful woman @JoyceEfia @simonYAbooks
24 Jan 2024
We are delighted to announce the longlist for the 2024 #BranfordBoaseAward. Congratulations to the 25 talented new authors and their editors. 💐🎉#childrensbooks #kidlit #newtalent
Find out more about the 25th anniversary longlist branfordboaseaward.org.uk/20…
ALT A graphic showing the 25 books on this year's Branford Boase Award longlist, plus award logo and sponsor logos, ALCS and Walker Books
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12 Jan 2024
The product of months of intense work from very talented and passionate colleagues. Congratulations to everyone involved and the brilliant creators debuting on the list.
12 Jan 2024
We are extremely excited to announce the launch of two new imprints, Gallery Kids and Gallery YA. The imprints will publish highly commercial books from authors, illustrators, personalities and brands with a dynamic platform and a compelling story to tell.
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8 Dec 2023
Look how GREAT this is! A brilliant mystery that it's been a total pleasure to edit - here is a brand new novel from one of the very best around when it comes to plot, character and bloody good entertainment. Congratulations @MHarrison13 and @natsmillie It's a beauty!
8 Dec 2023
I’m SO excited to reveal the cover for my next book, TWICE UPON A TIME, beautifully illustrated by @natsmillie. It has certainly made me smiley!
Two sisters. One crime. Time to solve a mystery!
Publishes 11/04/24 with @simonkids_UK.
Pre-order links below!
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