Jason Wallace wins Branford Boase

Written By: Caroline Horn Publication Date: Thu, 07/07/2011 - 14:13 Debut author Jason Wallace has won the Branford Boase award for his novel, Out of Shadows (Andersen Press), which has previously also won the Costa Children's Book Award. The award, which recognises debut authors, is shared by Wallace and his editor, Charlie Shepherd, as it recognises both the author's work and the contribution of an editor. read more Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

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