Waterstones Childrens Laureate for 2019-21 | BookTrust

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Web Name: Waterstones Childrens Laureate for 2019-21 | BookTrust

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Waterstones Children's LaureateAuthor-illustrator Cressida Cowell is the Waterstones Children's Laureate for 2019-22.The role of Children's Laureate is awarded once every two years to an eminent writer or illustrator of children's books to celebrate outstanding achievement in their field.Cressida Cowell is the number one bestselling author-illustrator of the How to Train Your Dragon and The Wizards of Once book series, and the author of the Emily Brown picture books, illustrated by Neal Layton. She has sold over 11 million books worldwide in 38 languages. #PassThePen is a brand new initiative from Cressida Cowell and BookTrust Represents to promote emerging authors and illustrators of colour working on children's books!The fifth point on Cressida's Laureate Charter is that 'every child has the right to see themselves reflected in a book' - and so she's working to support new creators.From 16-20 November, up-and-coming authors and illustrators will take over the Instagram account of famous names to introduce themselves, share their work, and discuss their inspirations.Among the stars handing over their social media are the likes of Nadiya Hussain, Dermot O'Leary, Greg James and Chris Smith and many more.Find out more about the #PassThePen pairsExplore the #PassThePen booklistFrom 6 - 10 July, Cressida held a week of ‘Summer Camp’ activity celebrating children’s innate creativity and showcasing the enormous wealth of talent across the UK.Cressida was joined by an all-star line-up of leading authors and illustrators – including Eoin Colfer, Theresa Lola and Rob Biddulph – to encourage young creatives with writing workshops, drawing masterclasses and much more.Catch up on the fun below!Please note: We sometimes link to third party sites, including YouTube, so children should not use Cressida's Creativity Summer Camp unsupervised. About the Waterstones Children s Laureate Everything you need to know about the laureateship and the current children s author in the role, Cressida Cowell. More about Cressida Cowell Cressida Cowell is the number one bestselling author-illustrator of the How to Train Your Dragon and The Wizards of Once book series, and the author of the Emily Brown picture books, illustrated by Neal Layton. Children s Laureate events Would you like to see Cressida Cowell and the former Waterstones Children s Laureates? If so, why not head along to one of a number of events this year. Former Laureates Take a look at our League of Laureates: ten star authors and illustrators who have previously held the role. Our supporters Find out about everyone who supports the Waterstones Children s Laureate and makes the role possible. Celebrating 20 years of the Waterstones Children s Laureate In 2019, we reached a milestone: the 20th anniversary of the Waterstones Children s Laureate. Here s what we did to celebrate! Celebrating 20 years of the Waterstones Children s Laureate In 2019, we reached a milestone: the 20th anniversary of the Waterstones Children's Laureateship in the UK. Find out how we celebrated RT @funkids: In the final episode of the week @CressidaCowell is dishing out some top tips on how to become a tip top author just like her!… 1 day ago RT @CressidaCowell: Happy Friday, everyone...Am reading Wizards of Once from my writing shed, and I'm nearly at the end! Chapter 24 is he… 1 day ago Sign up to our newsletters full of updates, activities, ways to support us and fun ideas to inspire children to read. Sign up In the words of a child who received a festive parcel last year:"Thank you for the fun and funny parcels, you have really helped me and I really loved it" - EllaJust one book can brighten Christmas for a vulnerable child Give a 10 book gift today Donate now Illustration © Hannah Shaw 2020 © Our Planet Harper Collins Publishers Ltd 2019

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Find out about the current Waterstones Children's Laureate Cressida Cowell and previous Laureates, including Michael Rosen, Jacqueline Wilson and Malorie Blackman.

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