Clare Helen Welsh
@clarehelenwelsh.bsky.social
Former teacher, children's author, writing tutor and founder of #BooksThatHelp
It's the book birthday for The Space Between, illustrated by Fiona Lumbers. It comes at the perfect time, as I celebrate coming through the space between with something I've been struggling with. "Sometimes the space between is longer than at others, but you'll always come through it eventually."🌷💛
Do you have any suggestions for #picturebooks or #earlyreaders that can help children understand & process differing emotions? #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek #BooksThatHelp #UKKidLit #KidLitUK #BookSky #childrensbooks @clarehelenwelsh.bsky.social @ianeagletonauthor.bsky.social @katethompson.bsky.social
Catherine Friess @ Story Snug@storysnug.com · 2y ago#PictureBooks can help children deal with feelings, problems & situations in which they may need support. I've chosen 10 books that can help children understand that all emotions are valid, positive or negative 😀😢 storysnug.com/2025/02/know... #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek #BooksThatHelp #UKKidLit
Eeek! Author copies are here! 'The Space Between' publishes on Thursday 6th Feb, this #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek 🖊️ Clare Helen Welsh 🎨 Fiona Lumbers 📕 Andersen Press www.andersenpress.co.uk/books/the-sp...
#Teachers Educators! #Librarians Grown ups! Here's a free pack of engaging activities to support your children's emotional health, just in time for Children's Mental Health Week 3rd-7th Feb. #KidLitUK #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek clarehelenwelsh.com/resources-an...
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THE SPACE BETWEEN
THE SPACE BETWEEN (illustrated by Fiona Lumbers, Andersen Press) When her granddaughter is missing her old home, Granny teaches her a secret. The flower buds aren’t quite open, but they will be soo…
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Clare Helen Welsh@clarehelenwelsh.bsky.social · 2y ago#Teachers Educators! #Librarians Grown ups! Here's a free pack of engaging activities to support your children's emotional health, just in time for Children's Mental Health Week 3rd-7th Feb. #KidLitUK #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek clarehelenwelsh.com/resources-an...
I had an incredible time visiting Goosewell Primary Academy, talking about stories and wellbeing with students linked to my picture book with Asa Gilland, 'Everything Changes.' (Little Tiger Press) #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek #KidLitUK
#Teachers Educators! #Librarians Grown ups! Here's a free pack of engaging activities to support your children's emotional health, just in time for Children's Mental Health Week 3rd-7th Feb. #KidLitUK #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek clarehelenwelsh.com/resources-an...
#NewIllustrationoftheDay by Fiona Lumbers combining painterly washes with fine-lined drawing, from The Space Between, a picturebook by Clare Helen Welsh. A girl is helped through missing her old home. Out from Andersen Press on 6 Feb 2025. @andersenpress.bsky.social @clarehelenwelsh.bsky.social
This time next week! 🥰🥳🤩
Clare Helen Welsh@clarehelenwelsh.bsky.social · 2y agoI have news! My next picture book publishes soon! It's called The Space Between. The incredible artwork is all by super-talented, Fiona Lumbers, & it will be published by the lovely folks at Andersen Press in time for Children's Mental Health Week (3-9th Feb) #KidlitUK youtube.com/shorts/B0kX1...
🌟 New Book Review Alert! 📚 Exciting news for young readers who want to do what they can to make the world a better place - Sheryl Webster and Robert Garcia are new on the Books That Help site, with 'Kindness Rocks!' KINDNESS ROCKS (Sheryl Webster, Robert Garcia) www.booksthathelp.co.uk/kindness
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#picturebooks I like 📚👍🏽 - Moon Bear by @clarehelenwelsh.bsky.social and #CarolinaT.Godina (published by #FrancesLincolnChildrensBooks & #QuartoKids #QuartoBooksUS )
'No Longer Alone' by Joseph Coelho & Robyn Wilson-Owen is a touching picture book that gently explores the complex emotions of loss and the healing power of sharing one's feelings. This book comes reviewed by Esther at @mrsbrownsbookbox ! #BooksThatHelp www.booksthathelp.co.uk/grief-and-loss
💫#ukkidlit #picturebooks The Space Between, is a beautiful book about #moving houses and learning to appreciate the spaces between what’s passed and what’s to come. Time is a gift and to enjoy every stage written @clarehelenwelsh.bsky.social illustrated by Fiona Lumbers @andersenpress.bsky.social
'Mama Car,' by Lucy Catchople and Karen George is a new review on Books That Help! This delightful picture book celebrates the special bond between a child, her mother and the mother's wheelchair affectionately known as the 'Mama Car.' #BooksThatHelp www.booksthathelp.co.uk/bodies
Today I welcome @clarehelenwelsh.bsky.social into The Reading Realm to talk about Moon Bear, which is illustrated by Carolina T. Godina and published by Frances Lincoln. It’s an enchanting exploration of fear, contrasts, and unexpected friendship. #BookSky thereadingrealm.co.uk/2025/01/14/m...
MOON BEAR: An interview with Clare Helen Welsh - The Reading Realm
A Story of Overcoming Fear and Finding Friendship Today we welcome Clare Helen Welsh into The Reading Realm to talk about Moon Bear, which is illustrated by Carolina T. Godina and published by Frances...
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⭐️NEWS!⭐️🤗 In early 2025, I will be launching a new #literarypodcast called You, Me, & the Writing Journey—a podcast that will meet at the intersection of all things literary + mental health #writingcommunity Let's get the news out! Find more info below: danielleturmaud9.wixsite.com/danielle-ren...
"By focusing on authentic characters, engaging stories and subtle storytelling techniques, it is possible to create books that resonate with readers without feeling moralistic." @clarehelenwelsh.bsky.social taralazar.com/2025/01/04/s...
Storystorm 2025 Day 4: Clare Helen Welsh Writes a Story, Not a Lesson
by Clare Helen Welsh A picture book is an exciting opportunity to explore powerful themes, engaging plots and interesting characters with readers, and all in a delicate balance between words and pi…
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Level-up your writing skills as bestselling & award-winning #kidlit author @clarehelenwelsh.bsky.social guides you through a 6-week online advanced picture book course - 2 hour weekly & interactive sessions with agent Q&A + feedback, starting 13th January. Book now ↪️ bit.ly/3D7Xrs2
I have news! My next picture book publishes soon! It's called The Space Between. The incredible artwork is all by super-talented, Fiona Lumbers, & it will be published by the lovely folks at Andersen Press in time for Children's Mental Health Week (3-9th Feb) #KidlitUK youtube.com/shorts/B0kX1...
Are you a picture book writer looking for guidance, fresh eyes or some constructive feedback on your manuscript? I’d love to help! Feel free to visit www.clarehelenwelsh.com or drop me an email. I’d be honored to be a part of your creative process! Clare ✍️ 💛
For those of you who like (very difficult!) guessing games, here are some clues to my upcoming books in emojis! Coming to a bookshelf near you in 2025... 1. 👧 🏠 🌱 2. 🧒 🦍 🚪 3. 🧒 👧 🏀 And maybe one other... 4. 🐐 🎭 🏫 !
As 2025 begins, I just want to take a moment to say a huge thank you to everyone who has supported me throughout 2024. Wishing you all a joyful and creative 2025! Gorgeous illustration from 'Moon Bear,' illustrated by #CarolinaGodina published by #FrancesLincoln #Quarto
Our #WriterInResidence @lawrencepatrice.bsky.social knows what a difference shared reading can make. Our #StoryExplorers programme aims to embed sharing stories at home to strengthen bonding and attachment for foster, kinship and adoptive families: www.booktrust.org.uk/story-explor...
Children are in a constant state of change, physically and psychologically, as they mature. It must be absolutely exhausting! Some children face even greater challenges in a society that may be less than welcoming. www.booktrust.org.uk/news-and-fea...
📚 Reminder for Aspiring Writers! ✍️ The #BooksThatHelp FREE mentorship program with Little Tiger Press is closing applications very soon, so don’t wait! Head to booksthathelp.co.uk/writers to apply now. #WritingCommunity #BooksThatHelp #KidLitUK
On the eighth day of advent we are visiting Clare Helen Welsh. Clare is a picture book author with a true understanding of the importance of books in young children’s lives and the power they have to help.
It was good to see my some of my favourite picture book authors Kes Gray @sharonhopwood.bsky.social @clarehelenwelsh.bsky.social at @waterstones.bsky.social #Cardiff @waterstoneskids.bsky.social
Elaine Cline @elaineccline.bsky.social · 2y ago
@storysnug.com is sharing some very special and beautiful picture books on loss for #GriefAwarenessWeek : storysnug.com/2024/12/grie... 💛📚 #BooksThatHelp
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✨ BOOK REVIEW ✨ ALL ABOARD THE BEDTIME BUS (Karl Newson, Tim Budgen) Ding! Ding! Ding! Join a bus full of sleepy passengers on a magical journey to bedtime. This delightful picture book, filled with rhythmic language & fuzzy dream-like illustrations, couldn’t be more perfect for bedtime.