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Each month I produce a free Fiction Newsletter aimed at schools, libraries, young people and parents. I select up to 12 novels per age group (7+, 11+, 13+), mix in a focus on a theme and add a sprinkle of R4P activities. They make colourful displays or can be sent digitally to parents as part of your R4P initiative.

Click on this month’s Newsletter or browse the archive.