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⭐️ Award-winning children's books publisher.
📚 Picture books, baby books, fiction, non-fiction.
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Classified: A fast-paced, witty spy story for readers who like high‑stakes missions and hilarious adventures.

SPYGLASS: Mastermind of Mayhem – by former Waterstones Children’s Book Prize winner David Solomons, packed with artwork from Miguel Díaz Rivas. Activates on 9 April.

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January 29, 2026 at 4:02 PM
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Introducing 'This Book Will Make You a Scientist' - a new STEM-focused book created to support hands-on science learning. Written by scientist, Dr Sheila Kanani MBE, with vibrant illustrations from Ellen Surrey. Created in partnership with the University of Cambridge.

Available from 12 March 🧑‍🔬
January 21, 2026 at 3:03 PM
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The Waterstones Children's Book Prize-shortlisted author, Piu DasGupta (@piudg.bsky.social), is back with The Golden Monkey Mystery!

Children will discover a world full of mystery, nature, and a rich wilderness they’ll want to revisit again and again.

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A photograph of middle-grade jungle adventure The Golden Monkey Mystery by Piu DasGupta, published by Nosy Crow. The photograph shows a child's hands holding the book in a cosy reading scene with warm tones and soft textiles in the background. The book features a black background with a large illustration of a monkey detailed with bright pink and green florals, people and animals. The monkey is holding a green jewel.
January 20, 2026 at 3:00 PM
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So excited to share (with help from Whisky!) the third book of the I Am Wolf series – WE ARE DRAGON! It all ends here, and everything is cranked up to 11 as Rieka tries to save the world – but at what cost…?
#WeAreDragon @nosycrow.bsky.social #KidLitUk #IAmWolf
January 20, 2026 at 9:45 AM
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We're offering 40% off Supa Nova for UK state schools 🎉

It's a gorgeous, fun, STEM-related graphic novel by @heychante.bsky.social

Thank you, Chanté and @nosycrow.bsky.social, and
@petersbooks.bsky.social for offering 30% off our book list.

#GoAllIn #NationalYearOfReading #ReadingForPleasure
January 16, 2026 at 7:31 AM
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It's time to Go All In for the National Year of Reading! The recently launched campaign is going to see this year be the greatest celebration of reading the nation has ever seen!

Find out more about how you can get involved at goallin.org.uk today

#GoAllln2026 #NationalYearofReading2026
January 14, 2026 at 9:44 AM
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Avalanche by Simon Fox is an action-packed winter adventure for kids who love edge-of-your-seat stories, and cinematic tension.

A high-impact read, this wintery thriller balances excitement with emotional depth, making it a strong choice for classrooms and reading at home.

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A photograph of hands holding the thrilling kids book Avalanche by Simon Fox, published by Nosy Crow. The book cover shows an energetic and impactful wintry scene of a child wearing snow gear dramatically running through an icy snowstorm. The book's title, "Avalanche" is written in a bold and highly contrasted red. The book is shown against a soft white blanket for a winter atmosphere.
January 12, 2026 at 3:05 PM
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⏰📚 One week to go…

If you’re a reviewer, librarian or educator, now’s the moment to request your copy of The Golden Monkey Mystery by @piudg.bsky.social, the Waterstone’s Children’s Book Prize shortlisted author of Secrets of the Snakestone.

On NetGalley: buff.ly/ltGzoj9
A promotional graphic for middle-grade jungle adventure The Golden Monkey Mystery by Piu DasGupta, published by Nosy Crow. Copy reads "Request to read The Golden Monkey Mystery of NetGalley UK!" to the left of a picture of the book's front cover. The graphic features decorative illustrations in a folk style on an orange background, taken from the book cover. The book features a black background with a large illustration of a monkey detailed with bright pink and green florals, people and animals. The monkey is holding a green jewel.
January 8, 2026 at 3:01 PM
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Today's review...'Inspire Me!' @nicolettejones.bsky.social @nosycrow.bsky.social It really does what it says on the cover!
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Inspire Me! — Through the Bookshelf
Perfect for the National Year of Reading 2026, ‘Inspire Me!’ is a wonderful collection of ‘words that matter’, all carefully chosen by Nicolette Jones. ‘Inspire Me!’ is such an excellent title for t...
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January 7, 2026 at 3:13 PM
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Spellmaster duo, Mallory and Maggoty, are back for another hilarious and imaginative adventure for children who love spooky stories, monsters under the bed and Halloween all-year round.

The series is written by Martin Howard, with inside illustrations by Pete Williamson.
January 6, 2026 at 3:01 PM
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Merry Christmas from all of us at Nosy Crow! 🎄

Artwork by Grasya Oliyko, taken from Guess Who? Merry Christmas to You!
December 24, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41760578.html Christmas murder-mystery has suspense, snow, festive glow and wholesome advocacy of cheese on toast. @nosycrow.bsky.social @fleurhitchcock.bsky.social @alexcotter.bsky.social @theobrienpress.bsky.social @erikamcgann.bsky.social
December 22, 2025 at 12:45 AM
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Thank you @nosycrow.bsky.social for delightful #BookPost which arrived just before I set off for #BookLaunch
#MurderAtChristmas by @fleurhitchcock.bsky.social & #IceDancer by @alexcotter.bsky.social
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Middle grade paperback Murder at Christmas by Fleur Hitchcock has two children cycling past a snowy Georgian building. Middle grade paperback Ice Dancer by Alex Cotter. Cover design features an ice dancer whose dress is designed with silver foil snowflakes.
October 8, 2025 at 4:58 PM
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This new book from @alexcotter.bsky.social is complex and satisfying, a perfect winter read for confident, mature young readers. With much going on around her she doesn't understand Dina struggles to settle into life in Sheffield with her aunt. Can skating make things smooth? @nosycrow.bsky.social
November 18, 2025 at 12:54 PM
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This week #IAmReading @alexcotter.bsky.social's ICE DANCER, a tale of grief, friendship, family and joy, and a mystery rooted in an ice skating competition from years before… A powerful and sensitive story ❤️⛸️

More 👉 alastairc.com/i-am-reading...
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Ice Dancer by Alex Cotter
I Am Reading: Ice Dancer by Alex Cotter
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December 2, 2025 at 12:20 PM
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Fantastic Festive News from the @irishexaminer.bsky.social 's Children's Reviews for @fleurhitchcock.bsky.social "Murder at Christmas" and @alexcotter.bsky.social "Ice Dancer"! Thank you @petoconnell.bsky.social 🎁
December 23, 2025 at 9:36 AM
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Really delighted to be sent a review of #MurderatChristmas in the @irishexaminer.bsky.social It's alongside @alexcotter.bsky.social 's brilliant Ice Dancer - so if you're looking for a couple of Christmas reads for the 8-12s in your lives, look no further.
#Ukkidlit #Kidlituk
Screenshot of review from the Irish Examiner. Reviewing Murder at Christmas, Ice Dancer, Tír na nÓg, and Enchanted Ireland. Major picture of me.
December 21, 2025 at 5:11 PM
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Time for some good news! Both Destiny Ink: Birthday Secret by Adeola Sokunbi (@adeolasokunbi.bsky.social) and Supa Nova by Chanté Timothy (@heychante.bsky.social) have been longlisted for the 2026 IBC Awards (@ibc-reads.bsky.social).

Congratulations to everyone involved! 👏
Graphic showing the header: Inclusive Books for Children Awards 2026 above an image of the children's book "Destiny Ink: Birthday Secret" by Adeola Sokunbi Graphic showing the header: Inclusive Books for Children Awards 2026 above an image of the children's book "Supa Nova" by Chanté Timothy
December 8, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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Thanks @petersbooks.bsky.social for shortlisting #RunningMyOwnRace for the Peters Books Award.
Winners in each category & overall winner decided by #teacher & #librarian vote. Please place your vote on Peters books website before 28 February.
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December 4, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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No. 6 in my #FavePicturebooks25: “Once I Was A Tree” by #EoinMcLaughlin & #GuilhermeKarsten, a fantastically funny journey from seed to book!Packed with facts, clever jokes & quirky art. Smart, hilarious & huge fun for curious minds. One of the funniest of ‘25 #PicturebookPage @nosycrow.bsky.social
December 7, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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Finishing Friday with a review. My first children's book on PotsandPlots! 'Avalanche' by Simon Fox out now from @nosycrow.bsky.social. Simon always delivers great reluctant heroes in his books and avalanche is no exception. potsandplots.blog/2025/11/28/a... #childrensbooks #booksky
‘Avalanche’ by Simon Fox
In ‘Avalanche,’ Tom and Emily must outwit a special forces team to save their parents and prevent global catastrophe.
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November 28, 2025 at 5:48 PM
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Big news! The fantastic This Book Will Make You An Artist by Ruth Millington and Ellen Surrey was awarded a double win at the SLA Information Book Awards. 🎨

The imaginative non-fiction book received both the Judges' Winner and Children's Choice award for 0-7 years. Congratulations! 🥳

#NosyCrow
A promotional graphic celebrating This Book Will Make You An Artist by Ruth Millington and Ellen Surrey, published by Nosy Crow which won the Information Book Award Children's Choice 2025 in the 0-7 years category. A promotional graphic celebrating This Book Will Make You An Artist by Ruth Millington and Ellen Surrey, published by Nosy Crow which won the Information Book Award Judges' Winner 2025 in the 0-7 years category.
November 29, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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We're so excited to share that the awesome #JessieJ will read #JanaCurll 's picture book, My Path, on Cbeebies Bedtime Story TONIGHT. Join us on this adorable adventure with a determined snail on a journey of discovery and self-love as they find their path. 🐌

Tune in tonight on #Cbeebies. 🥳
A photograph of singer Jessie J holding the children's picture book My Path by Jana Curll, published by Nosy Crow. She sits on a sofa next to a snail standee and a smiling plushee. Jessie J reads My Path for November 28th's Cbeebies Bedtime Story.
November 28, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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Something lovely is happening today – The Children's Bookshow's Art and llustration Auction: Winter 2025!

Featuring original artwork by some incredible illustrators, every penny will go towards supporting free creative workshops in schools in 2026. 🎨

Learn more here: buff.ly/9wYpWuC ❄️
A promotional graphic by children's publisher Nosy Crow for The Children’s Bookshow Art and Illustration Auction: Winter 2025, of which two original prints from illustrator Axel Scheffler, have been donated. Bold white text reads 'Support free creative workshops in schools' with two images of the original prints, showing characters from Pip and Posy (top right) and Room On The Broom (bottom left). Copy in a yellow roundel reads 'Two original prints from Axel Scheffler.'
November 28, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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We're so proud that our BRILLIANT Production team is shortlisted for the Bookseller FutureBooks Production Professionals of the Year awards! 🎉

Congratulations to everyone in the team! 👏

Find out more: buff.ly/HRKBvvZ
The Bookseller Future Book Awards logo appears in the corner. The graphic has the header "Shortlisted: Production Professional(s) of the Year, and the Nosy Crow logo is displayed in the centre. Nosy Crow, the Award-winning children's publisher, have a bold logo showing a hand-drawn crow on a red background.
November 26, 2025 at 2:48 PM