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Abena Eyeson

@eyesab2.bsky.social

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🇬🇧🇬🇭 writer. Rep'd by Gill McLay @bathlitagency. New MG novel RUNNING MY OWN RACE out now. PhD. Longlisted TLC Pen Factor 2022. FAB Prize '21 Commended Text winner. PB longlisted Jericho Prize '21/22. Megaphone Community. Wife. Mum.

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Abena Eyeson @eyesab2.bsky.social · Jul 3

It's publication day for #runningmyownrace.
A big thank you to all who supported me along the way including my agent Gill @bathlitagency.bsky.social , my editor Zoe & the @nosycrow.bsky.social team, Bex Glendining for the cover illustration.
Heartfelt 🙏🏽 to all who read & reviewed the #book
#newbook

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Abena Eyeson @eyesab2.bsky.social · 18h

Books to Celebrate Black History Month - Nosy Crow share.google/O8FN8IPnC2tM...
Today I'm spotlighting books by Black British writers published by @nosycrow.bsky.social, my publisher. Check them out.
Buy books by #BlackBritishwriters. All year round.
#blackbritishkidlit
#ukblackhistorymonth
#books

Abena Eyeson @eyesab2.bsky.social · 7d

I'm taking part in the CALFE online book event on Friday 3rd October. Book a free ticket on eventbrite (scan the QR code or go to tinyurl.com/Calfe-Online...).
I'll be talking about my novel Running My Own Race & reading from the book.
Hope you can join us.
#CALFE
#bookreading
#meettheauthor

Abena Eyeson @eyesab2.bsky.social · 9d

peters.co.uk/news-page/qa...
I'm pleased to have written a blog post for @petersbooks.bsky.social on starting school & the benefits of children's fiction. Check it out.
My contemporary middle-grade novel Running My Own Race is available from Peters.
#books
#schools
#libraries
@nosycrow.bsky.social

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Abena Eyeson @eyesab2.bsky.social · 9d

I will be taking part in the CALFE online event on 3/10/25, talking about my debut middle grade novel RUNNING MY OWN RACE and reading from the book. Order your free ticket from eventbrite tinyurl.com/Calfe-Online.... Attend from anywhere worldwide.
#bookreading
#onlinebookevent
#runningmyownrace

Abena Eyeson @eyesab2.bsky.social · 16d

Did you know National Fitness Day is on 24th September? Well, @booksfortopics.bsky.social have put together a great reading list to inspire you, including my debut novel Running My Own Race.
www.booksfortopics.com/booklists/to...

@nosycrow.bsky.social
#nationalfitnessday
#bookstoinspire

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Abena Eyeson @eyesab2.bsky.social · 19d

Enjoying the running in the #WorldChampionships? Want to read a book that celebrates sprinting?
Try #runningmyownrace. Centred around 11 yr old Kofi, it's a tale about a love for running, family, friendship & big dreams.
In many good UK bookshops.
@nosycrow.bsky.social
#sportsbooks
#books
#running

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Helen Peters @helenpeters.bsky.social · 27d

I’ll be at Guildford Book Festival this Sunday, 14th September, talking about the real-life inspirations for my WW2 novel ANNA AT WAR. And, inspired by Anna’s story, we’ll attempt to solve a previously unseen MI5 cold case from WW2!
Suitable for ages 8+. Tickets at guildfordbookfestival.co.uk

Copy of ANNA AT WAR, pen, torch, magnifying glass

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Abena Eyeson @eyesab2.bsky.social · 29d

Thank you BookTrust for recommending Running My Own Race in your list of books you love in September 🙏🏽.
@nosycrow.bsky.social
@bathlitagency.bsky.social
#book-recommendations
#kidlit

BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 29d

Our research shows that parents and carers often lack confidence choosing books that their child will enjoy.

So every month we recommend our favourite new reads, covering a range of ages, formats and genres.

Find September's picks:

https://www.booktrust.org.uk/book-recommendations/best-new-books/

The front covers of the books we recommend this month plus the words: "Books We Love in September"

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Abena Eyeson @eyesab2.bsky.social · Sep 6

www.thebookseller.com/spotlight/li...

I'm delighted that Running My Own Race is an autumn pick in the Library edition of @thebookseller.com Sept 2025. Big thanks to librarian Lucas Maxwell for recommending & reviewing the book🙏🏽
#BookRecommendation
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@bathlitagency.bsky.social

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Louie Stowell @louiestowell.bsky.social · Sep 4

I have a book out in ONE WEEK! A preorder is a good deed: it lets retailers know there's a lot of demand, so they'll keep loads instock, so they'll sell more. If you'd like to aid my pre pub nerves, a preorder is GOLDEN. And you can do it here or at your local indie! www.walker.co.uk/978152951581...

Loki: A Bad God's Guide to Causing Chaos - Walker Books

PRE-ORDER NOW! THE BRAND-NEW HILARIOUS DOODLE-PACKED DIARY IN THE BESTSELLING LOKI SERIES.‘Tom Gates and Wimpy Kid fans need look no further than this laug...

www.walker.co.uk

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Abena Eyeson @eyesab2.bsky.social · Sep 2

www.booktrust.org.uk/book-recomme...

Thank you @booktrust.org.uk for your lovely review of Running My Own Race 🙏🏽.

#runningmyownracebook
#bookreview
#bookrecommendations
#middlegradebook

Running My Own Race

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Abena Eyeson @eyesab2.bsky.social · Sep 2

My contemporary middle-grade novel Running My Own Race is now available as an Audiobook on @xigxaguk.bsky.social. xigxag.co.uk/audiobook/ru...
#audiobooks #Runningmyownrace #middlegrade
@nosycrow.bsky.social

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Christopher Edge @christopheredge.bsky.social · Aug 29

This article - shorturl.at/87a8G - explains the many reasons why pre-ordering a book ahead of publication is SO important for authors, but there's another reason why you really need to pre-order FEAR FILES: HIDE AND SEEK. It will give you more time to hide from the Itter... linktr.ee/fearfiles

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Abena Eyeson @eyesab2.bsky.social · Aug 29

Thank you A Pocketful of Books for including my middle-grade novel Running My Own Race in your subscription box and for the lovely interview.

apocketfulofbooks.com/blogs/news/a...

#runningmyownracebook
#booksubscription
#middlegradebook
#kidlit

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@bathlitagency.bsky.social

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Louie Stowell @louiestowell.bsky.social · Aug 29

I have a book out in two weeks. So....one repost of this and I'll drop one fact/spoiler/detail about the book. @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social www.walker.co.uk/978152951581...

Loki: A Bad God's Guide to Causing Chaos - Walker Books

PRE-ORDER NOW! THE BRAND-NEW HILARIOUS DOODLE-PACKED DIARY IN THE BESTSELLING LOKI SERIES.‘Tom Gates and Wimpy Kid fans need look no further than this laug...

www.walker.co.uk

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Abena Eyeson @eyesab2.bsky.social · Aug 27

A fantastic #teachers resource pack is available to accompany RUNNING MY OWN RACE. Activities link to non-statutory #PSHE curriculum & statutory Relationships & Health education curriculum & to #English in Yrs 5 & 6.

#primaryschool
#teachersresources
@Nosycrow

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Running My Own Race Teacher's Resource

Unlock this Free Teacher Resource and enhance your lessons with engaging activities and discussions inspired by Kofi's journey.

nosycrow.com

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Abena Eyeson @eyesab2.bsky.social · Aug 18

Are you involved in a book club? Well, the @readingagency.bsky.social has book club resources for my contemporary middle-grade novel #runningmyownracebook. Check it out.
readingagency.org.uk/resources/15...
#BOOKCLUB
#middlegradebook
#kidlit
@nosycrow.bsky.social
@bathlitagency.bsky.social

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Abena Eyeson @eyesab2.bsky.social · Aug 17

uk.bookshop.org/p/books/runn...

Running My Own Race a book by Abena Eyeson.

A brilliant debut coming of age story that combines captivating writing with unforgettable characters. Perfect for fans of Sharna Jackson and Maisie Chan.Kofi's mum is determined he's going to be 'som...

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Abena Eyeson @eyesab2.bsky.social · Aug 17

www.waterstones.com/book/running...

Running My Own Race by Abena Eyeson | Waterstones

Buy Running My Own Race by Abena Eyeson from Waterstones today! Click and Collect from your local Waterstones or get FREE UK delivery on orders over £25.

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Abena Eyeson @eyesab2.bsky.social · Aug 17

Thank you 🙏🏽

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Sinéad O'Hart @sineadohart.bsky.social · Aug 15

So, I mean. €8K? We have, collectively, raised EIGHT THOUSAND EURO for @medicalaidpal.bsky.social! How brilliant is that?

The fundraiser is open until noon on Sunday 17th; you can donate directly, or purchase something from our menu of bookish treats. And, wow. Thank you all! @rurooie.bsky.social

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Louie Stowell @louiestowell.bsky.social · Aug 14

HIGH PITCHED SCREAMINGGGGGGG #UKKidlit

Rashmi Sirdeshpande @rashmiwriting.bsky.social · Aug 14

HERE IT IS!! The cover of HARI KUMAR ULTIMATE SUPERSTAR, illustrated by the amazing Mamta Singh with design magic by Kate Clarke and Elorine Grant. A funny diary-style story (8+) with a neurodivergent South Asian kid hero. Out Feb 2026! ✨ 🎬
@harpercollins.bsky.social

Graphic showing the cover of book Hari Kumar Ultimate Superstar. Picture of a dancing boy with a star backdrop with two smiling friends in the two bottom corners.

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Louie Stowell @louiestowell.bsky.social · Aug 14

Some Loki news: I'll be at The Paper Cat bookshop to do school events on sept 16th and, while there, will be signing/personalising/doodling/stamping etc copies of Loki book 5. If you would like one of these, order here! www.papercatbookshop.co.uk/products/lok... @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social #UKKidlit

Pre-Order Signed & Dedicated: Loki: A Bad God's Guide to Causing Chaos

Publishes 4th September 2025 - This purchase can be signed and dedicated to a child of your choice. PLEASE NOTE: Louie is coming to The Paper Cat to sign and dedicate your orders after publication - ...

www.papercatbookshop.co.uk

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Abena Eyeson @eyesab2.bsky.social · Aug 15

Thank you for the lovely review 🙏🏽.

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Jon Biddle @jonnybid.bsky.social · Aug 15

Running My Own Race is an extremely enjoyable debut from @eyesab2.bsky.social. A fast-paced (bad pun) story about Kofi, his love of sprinting and the various challenges he faces when he starts at a secondary school which is a long way out of his comfort zone. Ideal for Year 6. @nosycrow.bsky.social

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