These are my favourite children’s literature links.
The chock-full, eyes-peeled, independent children’s books site…
Booktrust runs book prizes and lots of projects to encourage readers of all ages and cultures to discover and enjoy books and reading.
Children’s Books UK – information, news and views.
The National Association of Writers in Education (NAWE) supports the development of creative writing of all genres and in all educational and community settings throughout the UK.
Exactly what it says it is: a website devoted to picture books.
A UK site aimed at intelligent young readers who are keen to choose their own books. Over 290 book reviews and more being added all the time.
Committed to the promotion of reading and books: “Books expand intellectual, emotional and imaginative horizons, enriching people’s lives and experiences.”
A positive riot of links for anyone interested in children’s and teen books.
A great US website with lots of resources and links to authors’ and illustrators’ websites and stories on the Web.
The FCBG is the umbrella body for children’s book groups across the British Isles. It liaises with schools, playgroups, publishers, libraries and other official bodies, and provides a meeting point for parents, professionals and everyone who shares its aims.
UK children’s book site for parents, teachers and writers. The Word Pool provides book reviews, ideas for reluctant readers, reviews and lots more – plus links to spin-off sites such as contact-an-author and UK children’s books (a guide to the online world of children’s books).
Write Away is an online resource for education professionals and provides up-to-date information about children’s books.
Possibly the best way to track down an author’s website.