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Peters @peters-books.bsky.social · 19h

Vital reading from @ibc-reads.bsky.social, on diversity and representation in UK children's books (ages 1–9)👇

Inclusive Books for Children @ibc-reads.bsky.social · 1d

✨ The Excluded Voices 2025 report is here!

We’ve updated last year’s findings on children’s books (ages 1–9) by British creators from marginalised communities — showing where progress is happening & where it’s still not.

https://ow.ly/G5Hq50X8fph

#IBCExcludedVoicesReport

Peters @peters-books.bsky.social · 15d

In a special project close to our hearts, last week saw the opening of 'Ray's Library' at Stanton Cross Primary School, in memory of our former Managing Director Ray Dyer.

Thanks to @cressidacowell.bsky.social for leading the heart-warming opening ceremony

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Peters @peters-books.bsky.social · 19d

An accessible, punchy read, our latest Book of the week, The Wicked Lies of Habren Faire by Anna Fiteni ✨

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Peters @peters-books.bsky.social · 19d

A funny, warm, heartfelt novel, our new Book of the week is The Last Bard by Maz Evans 🎭

Published by @chickenhousebooks.bsky.social

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The Reading Agency @readingagency.bsky.social · 27d

Today is #BookClubDayUK (the perfect day for our 1st post)!

It's a day for celebrating the power of shared reading & to hopefully encourage those not in a #bookclub, to join one.

Find out about all of the ways you can get involved, including all of the offers for your club🔗https://bit.ly/3V6pmhz

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CILIP @cilip.bsky.social · 29d

🎉 Get up to £500 of books when you sign up with Accessit Library!
Accessit have partnered with Peters to help you upgrade your library software and stock up on new books — without stretching your budget.
Find out more 👉 accessitlibrary.com/bonus-books/
T&Cs apply. UK only. Ends 30th September 2025

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Peters @peters-books.bsky.social · Sep 5

When Sabrina and Jalaal paths cross it's love at first sight, but can they overcome differences of family, culture and religion to stay together?

Our new Book of the week is debut YA romance novel, Love On Sight by Asli Jensen ❤️

Published by @chickenhousebooks.bsky.social

Peters @peters-books.bsky.social · Sep 3

🌟 Upcoming webinar 🌟

Explore the world of middle-grade plus! This often-overlooked category provides choice for young readers who are ready for more complexity than middle grade, but for whom themes in YA would be unsuitable.

Learn more and register today: follettsoftware.com/.../middle-g...

Peters @peters-books.bsky.social · Sep 2

Run a book club in your school or library? Then save the date!

On Thursday 11 September, @readingagency.bsky.social is leading #BookClubDayUK, a celebration of the benefits of book clubs.

Find out how to get involved: bookclubhub.co.uk/news/join-in...

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Peters @peters-books.bsky.social · Aug 29

READERS - READY! 📚💥🏋🏾

Service Delivery Manager Chris presents our Book of the Week, Gladiators Ready!, the official companion guide to the hit entertainment show.

Mind-blowing stats and plenty of action photos make for a fun read for fans and newcomers. So, libraries and schools - ARE YOU READY? 📖🥊

Peters @peters-books.bsky.social · Aug 21

Celebrating 90 years of reaching generations of readers✨

Here's a look back at the first ever J S Peters bookshop when it opened in Birmingham in 1935. As we look to our future, we're excited to continue to work with librarians, teachers and others who champion reading for pleasure! 📚

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Peters @peters-books.bsky.social · Aug 19

Birmingham-born author Mark Billingham joins us for The Librarians Q&A, where librarians ask the questions!

We asked Mark about his relationship with libraries growing up. He's a passionate advocate for libraries in his hometown of Birmingham 📚

A quote from author Mark Billingham, in white font against a navy blue background. The quote reads: "Many libraries are the heart and soul of local communities, providing invaluable resources, safe havens and, above all, places where people can connect - with information, with each other and, of course, with the endless number of imagined worlds on their bookshelves."

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Smriti Halls @smritihallsauthor.bsky.social · Aug 16

So glad #TinyTiger is Book of the Week… thank you Peters Books for this geogeous review!!
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So glad you enjoyed the “unexpected, hilarious twist at the end” as well 🧡

Peters @peters-books.bsky.social · Aug 1

Our Book of the Week is a ROAR-some picture book from the winning duo Smriti Halls and Steve Small!

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Peters @peters-books.bsky.social · Aug 8

A charming tale that’s perfect for story time, our latest Book of the week is No Swimming by Ross Collins 🐰

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Peters @peters-books.bsky.social · Aug 6

A delight to have @robwaltonwriter.bsky.social on our blog this summer!

We spoke about his new imaginative short story collection for children, Please Don't Read The Footnotes Please, published by @theemmapress.bsky.social.

Read it here: peters.co.uk/news-page/q-...

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Rob Walton @robwaltonwriter.bsky.social · Aug 4

@theemmapress.bsky.social @peters-books.bsky.social Peters do many wonderful things, including supplying books to the UK’s schools and libraries. They were kind enough to interview me, and publish my answers to their questions. #libraries #librarians ##schoollibraries #scunthorpe

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Peters @peters-books.bsky.social · Aug 5

Peters bookshop: early 80s vs now 📚

Our bookshop has been through many changes over the years. Now, we have a huge of wealth of books for schools and libraries, including educational titles, young adult fiction, graphic novels and more!

Black and white image of Peters bookshop from the early 1980s. At the front of the image, there is an arrangement of short bookcases stacked with titles. In the background, there is tall shelving with Ladybird books. Illustration mobiles hang from the ceiling.

Colour image of two long rows of tall bookshelves. Hanging from the ceiling in the top centre of the image is a pink sign saying 'Junior Fiction'. At the end of the row are more bookshelves, lined with colourful books.

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Peters @peters-books.bsky.social · Aug 1

Our Book of the Week is a ROAR-some picture book from the winning duo Smriti Halls and Steve Small!

peters.co.uk/books-of-the...

@smritihallsauthor.bsky.social

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Peters @peters-books.bsky.social · Aug 1

We’re saddened to hear the loss of Allan Ahlberg, beloved by all ages for his jolly, witty and timeless tales.

Our thoughts are with his family during this time.

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Peters @peters-books.bsky.social · Jul 29

Peters Children's Book of the Year wouldn't be the same without the teachers, school librarians and public library staff who cast their vote.

Author of Big Bad Wolf Investigates Fairy Tales @catcawthorne.bsky.social shares her gratitude 👇

Peters @peters-books.bsky.social · Jul 25

The Iron Man isn't scary - he's just very, very hungry...

The Coming of the Iron Man by Ted Hughes and Mini Grey is our new Book of the Week!

“A truly wonderful read and brings this much loved classic to the picture book audience."

Read the full book review: peters.co.uk/books-of-the...

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Peters @peters-books.bsky.social · Jul 24

Earlier this year, Elstree School in Berkshire celebrated Kindness Week with colourful, engaging book displays, featuring powerful stories to spark conversation and help grow the next generation of readers 👏📚️⁠
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We were pleased to supply the posters and bookmarks to bring their displays to life!⁠

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Peters @peters-books.bsky.social · Jul 22

Winning smiles all round 😁🏆

We're delighted to have author @philearle.bsky.social for our final awards Q&A!

His light-hearted tale of teen romance, Northern Soul, won the hearts (and votes) of readers, and was crowned Peters Teen Fiction Book of the Year 2025.

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Peters @peters-books.bsky.social · Jul 18

Thank you for sharing! Sad Ghost Club has been highlighted by others as a popular choice 👻📖

Peters @peters-books.bsky.social · Jul 17

Now, we want to know YOUR top borrowed books for 2024-2025!

Reply and let us know what your students were keen to read this year, and we will enter you into a giveaway to win a bundle of either the primary, secondary or non-fiction bestsellers!

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