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Joel/JJ Arcanjo @joelarcanjo.bsky.social · Sep 5

I had the absolute privilege to write an article for @booktrust.org.uk about how to get (and keep) boys reading. A subject I feel very strongly about. Have a read if you'd like: www.booktrust.org.uk/resources/fi...

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Simon Smith @smithsmm.bsky.social · Aug 27

Loved the final Crook Haven boook by @joelarcanjo.bsky.social

“The Thieves Revenge” is a celebratory end to a wonderful series. Whilst the the perils are the greatest they’ve been, it revels in its found family and how that allows of the crew to be better. Great series/ Great ending

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Joel/JJ Arcanjo @joelarcanjo.bsky.social · Aug 17

Very kind of you, Laura. You might've already seen, but it IS being turned into a TV show by the BBC 😁

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Helen Jones @hfj0108.bsky.social · Aug 11

16. Crookhaven: The Thieves Revenge by @joelarcanjo.bsky.social
Don’t want to give anything anyway but this is a heart-poundingly brilliant conclusion to the series. @hachettechildrens.bsky.social

Cover of Crookhaven: The Thieves Revenge by Euan Cook

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Mr Tom Slattery @slatterymr.bsky.social · Jul 20

#sundaymorningbookchat and Schools Out for Summer!!!! So what books are on your list for summer reading? Here are three of mine: The final Crookhaven by @joelarcanjo.bsky.social Impossible Creatures book 2 Katherine Rundell, Mythmakers by Tamzin Merchant

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Joel/JJ Arcanjo @joelarcanjo.bsky.social · Jul 1

I'm afraid the finale might be the most taxing of all of them, Helen! 😅

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Mr Tom Slattery @slatterymr.bsky.social · Jun 8

#SundayMorningBookChat what preorders have you got coming up for the rest of the year that you’re most looking forward to? Do you ever preorder? Did you know preordering new titles can significantly influence their success? These are mine: @joelarcanjo.bsky.social @pgbellwriter.bsky.social

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Joel/JJ Arcanjo @joelarcanjo.bsky.social · Jun 5

Thanks Alison, that's lovely of you. Though I'm not sure me being (in)famous for teaching kids everywhere how to pick a pocket and deceive their parents is something you'd want to be associated with 😂 Then again, knowing the books Raven publish, you just might.

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Joel/JJ Arcanjo @joelarcanjo.bsky.social · Jun 4

Here it is, @bbcstudios hugely talented cast of Crooks & Crooklings for the adaptation of Crookhaven!

I got to watch every audition, so trust me when I tell you that they are not only phenomenal actors but perfect for their roles.

Deadline article here: tinyurl.com/mufza8a4

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Joel/JJ Arcanjo @joelarcanjo.bsky.social · May 15

Thank so much!

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Joel/JJ Arcanjo @joelarcanjo.bsky.social · May 15

Thanks so much, Finn!

Joel/JJ Arcanjo @joelarcanjo.bsky.social · May 15

I have waited over 2 years to make this announcement, but the news is FINALLY out: BBC Studios (@bbcstudios) are adapting Crookhaven as a TV series!

Gabriel & my whole crew of good-hearted crooks are coming to your screens soon!

Press release here: www.bbc.co.uk/mediacentre/...

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Mr Tom Slattery @slatterymr.bsky.social · May 10

Here’s my Round up of my rhyming reviews for March and April. Some awesome children’s literature and some of my mediocre poetry. Check it out! @elnorrywriter.bsky.social @stubbleagent.bsky.social @joelarcanjo.bsky.social @dhonielle.bsky.social tomsbookcorner.wordpress.com/2025/05/10/m...

March & April 2025 – Rhyming Review Roundup

One of my favourite parts of writing my blog is writing the rhyming reviews for each book. Now don’t get me wrong, there are times when the words (and the rhymes) just aren’t coming and I curse mys…

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Joel/JJ Arcanjo @joelarcanjo.bsky.social · May 7

Here is the beautiful cover for The Thieves' Revenge, the 5th & final book in the Crookhaven series! Join my crooked crew as they face off against the Nameless in an epic showdown

Designed by the brilliant Euan Cook, this is perhaps the CH book I am most proud of 🙌

Preorder: geni.us/Crookhaven5

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Joel/JJ Arcanjo @joelarcanjo.bsky.social · Apr 3

I wonder what 5 book series they're talking about here...😉

If there's a 16 - 19 year old actor in your life, this is their chance to audition for a lead role!

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Joel/JJ Arcanjo @joelarcanjo.bsky.social · Mar 23

Hope you enjoy it, Rob!

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Rob Crossley @robcrossley4.bsky.social · Mar 23

For my money, @joelarcanjo.bsky.social has created one of the best series of the last few years with the Crook Haven books. Can't wait to spend a bit of time with Gabriel and the crew again.👍

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Joel/JJ Arcanjo @joelarcanjo.bsky.social · Mar 2

So lovely to hear this, Penny!

Joel/JJ Arcanjo @joelarcanjo.bsky.social · Mar 2

Exactly 2 years ago, Crookhaven 1 was published. Since then, my book has been published in 15 countries, with more to come. I am so incredibly grateful that my crew of little crooks have had the chance to travel the world & meet kid readers all over. And we're not done yet 😉

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Joel/JJ Arcanjo @joelarcanjo.bsky.social · Feb 20

Wonderful to hear you enjoyed it, Laura! Not long until book 5 😁

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Laura Baxter @lteacher123.bsky.social · Feb 19

Just finished this by @joelarcanjo.bsky.social. Absolutely brilliant!

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Joel/JJ Arcanjo @joelarcanjo.bsky.social · Jan 30

📢 Crookhaven: The Impossible Fortress is out TODAY! 📢

I hope you all have a blast reading the penultimate book in the Crookhaven series. Because the final part is coming soon...and it's going to be EXPLOSIVE! 😈

You can order here: geni.us/HxE4Z

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Joel/JJ Arcanjo @joelarcanjo.bsky.social · Jan 26

Very happy to hear you're enjoying book 4, Simon!

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Simon Smith @smithsmm.bsky.social · Jan 25

Lovely lazy Saturday. A stormy beach walk, followed by wallowing in @mogwai.scot music and reading Book 4 in the fab “CrookHaven” series by @joelarcanjo.bsky.social.

The stakes have definitely risen. Love being back with this crew. Know a few kids who are desperate to read it when I finish.

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Joel/JJ Arcanjo @joelarcanjo.bsky.social · Dec 31

I've never experienced a year with quite as many brilliant peaks and grim troughs as 2024. But I can't let it end without saying a big thank you to everyone involved in the Crookhaven series, especially you lovely readers. I'm so excited for you to read the final 2 books in 2025!

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