RHCN signs Laura Dockrill for three

Written By: Charlotte Williams Publication Date: Fri, 09/09/2011 - 11:25 Random House Children’s Books has acquired a three-book series from children’s author, poet and illustrator Laura Dockrill. Commissioning editor Lauren Buckland and editor Andrea MacDonald acquired world rights to the series from Cathryn Summerhayes at WME. The first title is scheduled for publication in early 2013 under the Red Fox imprint. The series will feature new character Darcy Burdock, a 10-year-old girl billed as Matilda meets Clarice Bean, who will offer a “fresh, edgy, distinctive take on the world”. read more Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2011-09-09 00:00:00 UTC ]
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