Read the brilliant opening to Katherine Rundell's new book The

Katherine Rundell explains how her journey to the inspired her new book The Explorer - and shares an extract.

The balancing act': how to keep reading fun in a busy family

Learn how to draw super-cute pugs from Sarah McIntyre and Philip

These people are all taking on the Time to Read Challenge - will

September blogs

Humanity behind the headlines': Books about poverty and compassion

Humanity behind the headlines': Books about poverty and compassion

Learn how to draw super-cute pugs from Sarah McIntyre and Philip

I'm partial to warthogs!': The Gruffalo creators' on their new

Top authors share the most gripping 10-minute reads to enjoy with

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Frances Hardinge: 'I always get a bit obsessive

September blogs

Are you fascinated by monsters? Do you dream of solving crimes