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Introducing the Waterstones Children's Laureate 2022-2024: Joseph Coelho
‘Storytelling, in every shape and form, belongs to everyone. I will be a Laureate who celebrates the transformative power of poetry and creativity, and the ability of books and reading to broaden horizons.’
JOSEPH COELHO
It is our enormous pleasure to welcome Joseph Coelho as the 12th Waterstones Children’s Laureate, a unique post awarded biennially to an outstanding author or illustrator of children's books. One of the most gifted poets and storytellers of his generation, Coelho’s commitment to developing a love of literature in children is evident in his inspiring performance poetry work and dynamic creative literacy sessions in schools across the UK. The author of the sparkling Luna Loves series, Coelho has also penned numerous collections of vibrant verse, inspiring picture books such as My Beautiful Voice and glorious stories for older readers.
‘We are thrilled to welcome Joseph Coelho to the post of Waterstones Children’s Laureate. His passion for stories and poetry brings a hefty dose of sunshine to readers, inspiring all those who experience his work. It is exciting to think what the next two years will bring and our booksellers are eager to support his Laureate ambitions from the off; Joseph’s term will undoubtedly be one for the history books.’
FLORENTYNA MARTIN, WATERSTONES HEAD OF CHILDREN'S
Children's Stories by Joseph Coelho
Children's Poetry by Joseph Coelho
The brain-child of the then Poet Laureate Ted Hughes – himself the author of many superb stories for children – and Michael Morpurgo, the post of Children’s Laureate was launched in 1999. Selected by a panel made up of librarians, critics, writers, literature development workers and booksellers, the role is awarded to an outstanding children’s author or illustrator with a passion for fostering a new generation of writers, artists and readers. As well as being a celebration of exceptional writing, the laureateship is a vital spearhead, advocating for children’s fundamental rights to read, write and access books through bookshops and libraries.
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