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Emma Pullar
@emmapullar.bsky.social
Writer. Expert Bookseller. Events Coordinator. Not from this planet. 👾🌌
WOW! What an amazing launch for Twisted50 Vol3!
I had the best time presenting awards to the winning writers.
It was wonderful to see @kate_elisa123 @londonswf (AKA Chris Jones) @elinorperrysmith @darkmarkwriting and a huge thank you to @lanes_library_ and @michela.hibbett for coming with me!
February 4, 2025 at 5:55 PM
This one is for the writers.

I need a new laptop. Any advice would be greatly appreciated because I haven't bought a laptop in six years.

Many thanks.
January 30, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Thank you to everyone who joined the Krampus live chat over on @talespointhorrorbookclub with me, @chelleytoy, @joshwinning.bsky.social and special guest @dawnkurtagich.bsky.social
It was such a fun chat. I loved the comments. You guys are hilarious! 😂
December 16, 2024 at 1:35 PM
Delivered some bookish cupcakes to @waterstonesashford today and was given a lovely tour of the new bookshop. I'll post a video of the shop over the weekend once the locals have had a chance to visit. Well done to Alfie and the Ashford team. You've done an amazing job. The shop looks beautiful! 📚✨️
December 6, 2024 at 2:29 PM
I agree. A lot of parents tell their kids what to read. This never works. As a bookseller and a mother of three, I suggest showing kids every type of book and then allowing them to CHOOSE. Works like a charm. 😊
I don't believe in "good reading" & "bad reading". Comic books, graphic novels, manga, picture books, joke books, sports reports, all kinds of poetry & prose: it's all reading, and it's all good! Let kids read for pleasure - and they'll be readers FOREVER! #reading #literacy

(Art: Bill Watterson)
December 3, 2024 at 9:17 PM
Rupert being Rupert. 😆 #chrismascat
December 3, 2024 at 9:08 PM
I work in a crazy town! 😆 #canterbury
November 27, 2024 at 7:11 PM
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When you ask people about the books that changed their lives, they almost always mention a children's book. They're the books that make us readers, shape us at the deepest levels, and stay with us FOREVER. That's why I think children's books are the most important books of all! #kidlit #books
November 21, 2024 at 7:56 PM
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Here's my website: www.louiestowell.com
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November 19, 2024 at 2:15 PM
5 authors I've read 5 or more books by:

Grady Hendrix
Julia Donaldson
JK Rowling
Beatrix Potter
Jack Meggitt-Phillips
5 authors we've read 5 or more books by:

Carlos Ruiz Zafon
Stephen King
C.S Lewis
Jennifer Killick
Thomas Taylor
5 authors we’ve read 5 or more books by:

Muriel Spark
Ali Smith
Rachel Cusk
Philip Pullman
Elena Ferrante
November 19, 2024 at 1:38 PM
When you're invited to a party but you want to stay home and read.
November 18, 2024 at 6:55 PM
When you're trying to work but the cat is making this face at something behind the bookcase that you can't see! 👀👻
November 18, 2024 at 9:45 AM
I've been at Canterbury Waterstones for a year (five years as a bookseller and three years running events) and what a year it has been! Transferring to a bigger bookshop was a little bit scary but it was the best decision. Thank you to all the authors who came to visit. You are awesome! 🎉
November 17, 2024 at 1:08 PM
Got a burning question about publishing? Ask Louie.
I used to do this in the early days of twitter so, before this place becomes feral...got any questions about children's publishing/writing? I won't have all the answers but I worked in publishing for 15 years before going full time as an author, here for all your demystification needs. #Kidlituk
November 16, 2024 at 11:10 AM
Another fab list from Marianne. Thank you for helping so many lovely people connect with each other.
I’ve made a second UK Kids Book Chat starter back with the new arrivals and those I couldn’t fit on the first list. There’s still room on this list so do let me know if I’ve missed anyone or if you want to be added. And apologies to anyone I’ve added to both by mistake!

go.bsky.app/EuGRKnC
November 15, 2024 at 5:55 AM
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Go me and my skills. I’ve made a #UKKidLit starter pack for anyone looking to find the kids book chat community on here. Hope it helps. #KidsBooks #KidLitUK #BookChat go.bsky.app/LEQd4SR
November 10, 2024 at 9:22 AM
Rupert loves my office chair. #gingercats
August 8, 2024 at 6:37 AM
Loved this dark fantasy for children aged 9-12. #childrensbooks
January 22, 2024 at 7:12 PM
Thank you so much to @ellemcnicoll.bsky.social for this amazing proof of #keedie
My girls are so excited to return to Juniper. What a wonderful surprise for Christmas. You are awesome! ❤️🦈
December 20, 2023 at 5:11 PM
I've got treasure! ✨️ Thank you so much @afsteadman.bsky.social for this beautiful proof. I'm incredibly proud to be a champion of the Skandar series. I can't wait to go back to the Island! 🦄
December 9, 2023 at 5:45 PM
For the Canterbury Waterstones advent calendar, I chose two books that I adored and that I know customers won't have heard of. The gorgeously gothic Welcome to Dead Town Raven Mckay 👻 by @eibhliscarcione.bsky.social and the wonderfully weird Walking Practise 👽 by @dolkimin
@EveryWithWords
December 3, 2023 at 5:53 AM
Congratulations to #katherinerundell on Impossible Creatures being Book of the Year! 🎉 Here is my review and a lovely display created by James and Judith at Waterstones Canterbury. It's so pretty, and my review is in a frame on it! 😍
November 30, 2023 at 7:31 PM
Day out at the Tenterden Christmas Market. It was lovely to see my nan (even if I did almost tip her out of her wheelchair, which made her laugh) and my aunt, uncle, and cousins. The Christmas season has officially begun! 🎄🎁🎅
November 25, 2023 at 5:11 PM
I've completed the first week in my new bookshop, and what a lovely week it has been. Lots of hugs and laughs with those who already know me. I've been selling loads of children's books by author friends. Can't wait to get into the events with Rachel next year. Good times. 🥰
November 18, 2023 at 7:50 PM
I absolutely love this.🛸
November 9, 2023 at 6:38 PM