Patrice Lawrence is the new Children’s Laureate.

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Article here:

https://www.theguardian.com/books/2026/jul/07/patrice-lawrence-new-childrens-laureate-interview-orangeboy

Am I on the wrong board? 😅

This is Children’s books, yes?

I was hoping someone could tell me where to start with her books. (A bit out of the loop as I have no little ti read to / with.)

I’ve not read any of her books and I don’t think my kids have either - good to hear a new name. I don’t think this is the busiest board so bumping for you…

I’ve read Orangeboy and Indigo Donut which are both very good but both at the YA end of the children’s books spectrum. All the laureates have brought their own perspectives and interests to the role. I’m sure she will too.

She's amazing. She writes mostly YA but if you're looking for younger then she has her Elemental Detectives books.