We’re serialzing the first 2 chapters of Wilomina: The Land of Dreams and Nightmares on Substack. Read now for free and subscribe to receive the next episodes in your inbox (also free). metaphrog.substack.com/p/wilomina-t...

Here is a book launch of a new graphic novel that is happening at Waterstones in Glasgow on 11th Aug for anyone who fancies going along. The book looks really magical and has some great reviews already.

JohnChalmers+SandraMarrs=Metaphrog@metaphrog.bsky.social · 2w ago

Just heard our editor is coming all the way from London to our book launch. No pressure on us, then, we do hope it's busy 🙃 www.waterstones.com/events/celeb...

Our kid/family-friendly bundle of TTRPGs goes live on Saturday. If you want to add your game(s) to the bundle, please do so before then!

DC Bradshaw 🔜 Tabletop Scotland@dcbradshaw.com · 3w ago

Right, we have a Kid/Family-Friendly TTRPG collab bundle in the making! Max 2 games per creator. Standalone games, not expansions. Ideally if you add 2 games, please make 1 of them a quick game to learn (e.g. a one-pager). Thank you :) @rpgtrader.bsky.social rpg-trader.com/dashboard/bu...

Well I can happily say this book was wonderful. One of those ones you rush back to because you need to find out what happens next. Great characters, evocative setting, twists and turns, creepy vibes, dramatic moments and a well paced and beautifully written plot. Thanks @rachaelking70.bsky.social

Rachael King@rachaelking70.bsky.social · 4w ago

Hello UK friends! I’m delighted to say that my novel Song of the Saltings is now out in your country at all good bookshops! Pubbed by the wonderful folk at Guppy Books. Please spread the word! If you liked The Grimmelings I hope you’ll like this. #ukkidlit #kidlituk guppybooks.co.uk/book/song-of...

Keeping it simple for #KidsBooksFriday this week as I’m shattered. Share your great kids book recommendations featuring a cat. 🐈‍⬛ #KidLitUK #UKKidLit #KidLit

Calling public library staff! Join us on 12 Aug for an online workshop that will leave you inspired for this year's Read Write Count with the First Minister. Gain a sneak peek at the books in the 2026 bags, activity ideas and more... www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/read-write...

Are you an aspiring cartoonist or graphic novelist? Do you have an idea for a story that’s simply burning to be told? If so, gather up your drawing materials as entries are now open for the Rachel Cooke Graphic Short Story Prize

Call for Entries: 2026 Rachel Cooke Graphic Novel Short Story Prize challenge opens, AI entries banned

Are you an aspiring cartoonist or graphic novelist? Do you have an idea for a story that’s simply burning to be told? If so, gather up your drawing materials as entries are now open for the Rachel Cooke Graphic Short Story Prize, run by The Observer newspaper since 2007, in association with the book publisher Faber. Illustration by Chris Riddell The winner will take home £1000 and their work will appear in The Observer New Review in print and online (the runner-up receives £250, and their story will also be published online).

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Found these cute little guys in the garden today. Newly hatched 1st instar shieldbugs, they are sooo small. Life is miraculous sometimes.

Well this looks totally up my street. A folk-horror YA about a mysterious creature in the salt marshes. I have ordered it today. Thanks @louiestowell.bsky.social for highlighting it.

Rachael King@rachaelking70.bsky.social · 4w ago

Hello UK friends! I’m delighted to say that my novel Song of the Saltings is now out in your country at all good bookshops! Pubbed by the wonderful folk at Guppy Books. Please spread the word! If you liked The Grimmelings I hope you’ll like this. #ukkidlit #kidlituk guppybooks.co.uk/book/song-of...

⭐️COVER REVEAL⭐️ for our graphic novel Wilomina: The Land of Dreams and Nightmares! @scholasticuk.bsky. We’ve been working on it since 2023. It’s been quite a journey. The idea was one of those lightning bolt moments. Think Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro, Labyrinth & Wednesday #comics #KidLitUK

📣 Shadowing group leaders! Tell us what you think of shadowing the #Carnegies2026 💭 Complete our short survey by 24 July for a chance to win a 2027 shortlist pack! 📚✨ 👉 https://fs3.formsite.com/cilip/ShadowingSurvey/index

Looking for something to keep your house a bit quieter this week? Encourage the youngsters in your life to enter Young Scots Writer o the Year. Deadline: 8 July 2026

Young Scots Writer o the Year Award

We’re on the lookout for talented young folk aged 11–18 writing and creating in Scots.

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Calling all poets aged 11-17! Have you entered the Foyle Young Poets of the Year Award? It is free to enter, and poems can be on any theme. For more information, please visit foyleyoungpoets.org to submit your work online. We look forward to receiving your entries. Deadline: 31st July 2026

You know you married the right guy when he tells you to stop playing xbox (BG3) for a moment cos he has found a beetle you might like! Then it turns out that might be a new record for our region! He knows me well ❤️ #buggeek #gaminggeek

I’ve spent the past week in the Highlands surrounded by nature. I also picked up the beautiful Wildful by Kengo Kurimoto. It got me thinking about books that forefront our connection with nature. What books about connecting with nature would you add? #KidsBooksFriday #KidLitUK #UKKidLit #KidLit

Had a lovely catch up with a work friend and a visit to a wonderful 'dog themed' exhibition at Gracefield Arts Centre in Dumfries yesterday. I don't think I have ever been at an art event that made me smile so much. There is something special in the love of dogs. www.dgculture.co.uk/event/galler...

A Dog's Life: On NOW until 5 September, Tues-Sat 10am-5pm. - DG Culture | Dumfries and Galloway Culture | Museums and galleries - Dumfries and Galloway Council | Festivals | Events | Exhibitions | Wha...

A Dog's Life

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My latest article for Educate magazine. In schools, we're always looking at where we need to go next. Sometimes, we just need to celebrate where we are. @neunion.bsky.social

Announcement coming soon for three gownmaking workshops I'll be teaching in Scotland in March-April 2027. E-newsletter suscribers will learn all the details first, so head over to timesmith.co.uk and sign up, to hear all about them first. #18thcentury #mantuamaking #workshops

Looking for reading for pleasure inspiration? Don't miss these practical, evidence-based how-to guides from Book Squad. Catering to every age group, these guides will help you boost reading engagement in six weeks and include special tips for families: issuu.com/collinsed/st...

As someone who has worked extensively in Early Years settings in the past and seen this, this was a very interesting read this morning.

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Debunking edu-myths: We must develop children’s motor skills first, and teach writing later writing4pleasure.com/2025/07/19/d...

I was thrilled to see Beth O’Brien’s fabulous Wolf Siren win at the Carnegies this week. It so cleverly leans into and extends the story of Little Red Riding Hood. What other great children’s books play with well known Folk and Fairtytales, Myths and Legends? #KidsBooksFriday #KidLitUK #KidLit

Are you a primary school that would like a huge box of inclusive books, for free? Why not consider applying for an IBC book box, deadline is 16th July. www.inclusivebooksforchildren.org/book-box @carrieprimary.bsky.social @smithsmm.bsky.social @simonebeach.bsky.social @sacreads.bsky.social

Looking to encourage children to write in response to their reading? Try giving them a prompt sheet like this 👇 📚✍️

Bought The Game Changers by Helen Rutter yesterday. Branching narrative books are totally 'my bag' and I'm forever telling teachers and kids about them. I adored her previous gamebook The Boy with Big Decisions & this one looks great. @scholasticuk.bsky.social . shop.scholastic.co.uk/products/The...

The Game Changers

A group of kids are sent to a summer camp and must make decisions and work as a team on a set of mental and physical challenges – think THE CRYSTAL MAZE meets the challenges section of each TRAI...

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Are you an emerging writer of colour based in Scotland? The Kavya Prize could be for you. Part of our New Writers Awards, the Kavya Prize supports you with a bursary, mentoring, a writing retreat and the chance to showcase your work to the industry. www.scottishbooktrust.com/writing-and-...

The Kavya Prize

The Kavya Prize is an award that supports emerging writers of colour

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We geeked out on Saturday, it was really great. Especially enjoyed Tea Duelling . How was your weekend? www.instagram.com/gallowaygeek...

@gallowaygeek on Instagram: "Had fun at the Kirkcudbright Steampunk festival today. It has been very enjoyable building my costume this year. #Kirkcudbright #steampunk #kirkcudbrightsteampunk"

8 likes, 0 comments - gallowaygeek on June 6, 2026: "Had fun at the Kirkcudbright Steampunk festival today. It has been very enjoyable building my costume this year. #Kirkcudbright #steampunk #kirkcu...

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I am supposed to be concentrating on work today but I am overly excited about attending the Kirkcudbright Steampunk Spectacular festival tomorrow with my homemade costume. My geeky brain keeps distracting me. www.kirkcudbrightsteampunk.com/punks/index....

It's almost time for @empathylabuk.bsky.social's Empathy Day Festival! Reading is an amazing way to experience different perspectives. To celebrate the festival, here are 15 super-accessible reads to build empathy for young readers: collins.co.uk/blogs/barrin...

I believe in judging a book by its cover. Great cover art draws us in and helps us decide if we might enjoy a book. Sadly cover artists are often overlooked or barely credited. What great cover art has encouraged you or the kids in your life to read a book? #KidsBooksFriday #KidLitUK #KidLit

Teachers can join this free session exploring Scotland’s new Anti-Racism Literacy resource. Practical ideas for reading, writing, listening and talking across all levels. Classroom-ready materials + approaches you can use straight away. #antiracist #EduSky www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/using-scot...

Using Scotland’s New Anti-Racism Literacy Resource

Join us to explore how to take an Anti-racism approach to reading, writing, listening and talking at First to Fourth Levels.

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