CLiPPA shortlist celebrates diversity in children’s poetry

The six books shortlisted for this year’s CLPE Children’s Poetry Award (CLiPPA) showcases the diversity of both the poets and the publishers working with the medium, according to the organiser. Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2018-04-27 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Conservative lawmaker writes children’s book in praise of solidarity and collective action.

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12 Must-Read April Children’s Book Releases

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At London Book Fair: International Booker Prize Shortlist

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Beloved Children’s Author Patricia MacLachlan Has Died at 84

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Colin Kaepernick talks about his new venture: Children’s book author

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Heading to London Book Fair: Diversity in UK Publishing

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Hannah Gold’s The Last Bear wins Waterstones children’s book prize

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New Sheikh Zayed 2022 Shortlists, Including Translation

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Book Riot’s Children’s Book Deals for March 30, 2022

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HBG Diversity Efforts Continue in Hiring and New Partnerships

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Ted Cruz May Have Just Boosted Sales For The Anti-Racist Children's Book He Attacked

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