Children’s Literature News March 2026
Children’s book news for March 2026: Carnegies shortlists, London Book Fair inclusion work, new school library awards, big festival changes, plus prize winners and World Book Day reading events.
Recommended reading books for primary & secondary aged children in the UK
J.P. Rose is a British author known for writing children’s and young adult fiction. Her work often explores themes of family, resilience, and overcoming adversity. Rose’s debut children’s novel, Every Cloud, was published by Andersen Press in 2022. The story follows a young girl named Amy who, after experiencing a traumatic event, moves to live with her grandmother and begins to rebuild her life. The novel addresses issues such as grief, trauma, and hope, and is aimed at readers aged 9 and above.
J.P. Rose has a background in psychology, which informs her sensitive approach to difficult topics in her writing. She has spoken about her own experiences with trauma and how these have influenced her storytelling, aiming to provide comfort and understanding to young readers facing similar challenges. Rose is also involved in school visits and events, where she discusses her books and the importance of mental health awareness with children and educators.
Every Cloud was selected as one of the recommended books for children in 2022 by the School Reading List. The novel has been recognised for its honest portrayal of emotional recovery and its accessible narrative style. J.P. Rose continues to write for young audiences, focusing on stories that encourage empathy and resilience.
Her debut novel, Every Cloud, was published by Andersen Press in 2022.
Children’s book news for March 2026: Carnegies shortlists, London Book Fair inclusion work, new school library awards, big festival changes, plus prize winners and World Book Day reading events.
Grief and loss themed books for children and teens with titles by Britta Teckentrup, Samuel Langley-Swain, Judith Kerr, Harry Woodgate, Laura Dockrill, Oliver Jeffers, Kereen Getten, Michael Rosen and Joseph Coelho.
Shortlists for the Carnegie Medal 2026 for fiction and the Carnegie Medal 2026 for illustration – recommended for children and young adults in primary and secondary schools.
Suggested reading books for Year 6 children, aged 10-11. A selection of exciting titles aimed at boys and girls of all abilities in upper KS2. Highlighted authors include David Almond, Malorie Blackman, Nina Bawden and Charlie Higson.
Children’s book news for February 2026: CLiPPA opens, Carnegies longlists land, BBC screens Lord of the Flies, plus Information Book Award and ALCS Education Writers’ shortlist updates.
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