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About Alex Wheatle

Alex Wheatle is the author of several acclaimed novels, many of them inspired by experiences from his childhood. He was born in Brixton to Jamaican parents, and spent most of his childhood in a Surrey children’s home. Following a short stint in prison following the Brixton uprising of 1981, he wrote poems and lyrics and became known as the Brixtonbard. Alex has been longlisted for the Carnegie Medal, won the Guardian Children’s Fiction Award, and was awarded an MBE for services to literature in 2008.

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Armistice Day

A remarkable book that your children will love. Cane Warriors by Alex Wheatle.

15 days ago

Armistice Day

You should read Cane Warriors by Alex Wheatle. Published by Andersen Digital.

15 days ago

World Maritime Day

Loving Kemosha of the Caribbean by Alex Wheatle from Andersen.

2 months ago

World Maritime Day

Kemosha of the Caribbean is a wonderful book for your children. Published by Andersen Digital.

2 months ago

Mango Day

Why not read Cane Warriors by Alex Wheatle from Andersen Digital

4 months ago

Mango Day

Why not read Cane Warriors by Alex Wheatle from Andersen

4 months ago

World Population Day

A book about people Cane Warriors by Alex Wheatle from Andersen Digital

4 months ago

World Population Day

A book about people Cane Warriors by Alex Wheatle from Andersen

4 months ago

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