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Melvin Burgess

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About Melvin Burgess

Melvin Burgess was born in London and brought up in Surrey and Sussex. He has had a variety of jobs before becoming a full-time writer. Before his first novel, he had short stories published and a play broadcast on Radio 4. He is now regarded as one of the best writers in contemporary children's literature, having won the Carnegie Medal and the Guardian Children's Fiction Prize for his acclaimed novel Junk.

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Make A Friend Day

A story all about friendship and friends. An Angel For May by Melvin Burgess from Andersen.

11 days ago

Make A Friend Day

An Angel For May by Melvin Burgess from Andersen Digital is the perfect friendship story.

11 days ago

National Mutt Day (US)

A remarkable book that your children will love. Lady by Melvin Burgess.

2 months ago

International Men’s Day

Kill All Enemies is a wonderful book for your children. Published by Penguin.

3 months ago

Armistice Day

A remarkable book that your children will love. An Angel For May by Melvin Burgess.

3 months ago

Armistice Day

You should read An Angel For May by Melvin Burgess. Published by Andersen.

3 months ago

Armistice Day

Discover War Girls by Adele Geras. Published by Andersen Digital.

3 months ago

Halloween

Discover The Lost Witch by Melvin Burgess. Published by Andersen.

3 months ago

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