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The Guardian view on Patrice Lawrence: a children’s laureate for our times

Editorial: The author of the bestselling young-adult novel Orangeboy is ideally suited to address the crisis of teenage masculinity and reading

The Guardian - UK · Jul 12

Patrice Lawrence is the new children’s laureate – why she is the perfect pick in this moment of division

The children’s laureate is responsible for promoting reading and children’s literature, as well as celebrating creativity and storytelling. For the newly appointed children’s laureate, Patrice Lawrence, belonging will sit at the centre of her work.

The Conversation · Jul 8

Patrice Lawrence named as new children’s laureate

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The Independent UK · Jul 7

The best books about being a teenager – according to our experts

Awkwardness and acne are the first things that spring to mind when thinking of adolescence, but they’re not always the full picture. We asked eight of our experts to tell us which book they feel best represents the experience of being a teenager.

The Conversation · Apr 17

Novelist Claire Lynch ‘shell-shocked’ at winning The Nero Gold Prize

Published in May last year, A Family Matter was inspired by real-life child custody cases from the 1980s.

Evening Standard · Mar 4

Ian McEwan and BBC journalist named on Nero Book Awards 2025 shortlist

James Fox, Ben Pester, Rochelle Dowden-Lord and Claire Lynch are among the other nominees

The Independent UK · Nov 20, 2025

Ian McEwan among authors as shortlist for Nero Book Awards 2025 announced

Nominated writers include award-winning novelist Ian McEwan, art historian James Fox and best-selling authors Patrice Lawrence and Sarah Perry.

Evening Standard · Nov 20, 2025

Children’s and teens roundup – the best new chapter books

From ecology-saving zombies to a murderous tattoo and a chilly new school for magic, the new year launches with fresh twists on familiar themes

The Guardian - UK · Jan 14, 2025

Children’s and teens roundup – the best new picture books and novels

A celebration of mixed heritage; a dog‑walker’s drama; a tiny adventurer; and a siren assassin with killer songs

The Guardian - UK · Jul 28, 2023

Carnegie medal for writing announces all-female shortlist

Seven authors are in the running for prize celebrating outstanding achievement in children’s writing

The Guardian - UK · Mar 17, 2023