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About Peter Dickinson

Peter Dickinson is one of the most acclaimed and respected writers of our time and has won nearly every major literary award for his children's novels. THE KIN, his first book for Macmillan, was shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal in 1999, as was THE ROPEMAKER in 2001. Peter is currently writing the sequel to THE ROPEMAKER, due October 2006. His most recent book for Macmillan, THE GIFT BOAT, was described by Books for Keeps as 'a masterpiece, gripping, the work of a major writer at his very best.' Peter was one of the three shortlisted candidates for the first Children's Laureate. He lives in Hampshire.

Recent updates about Peter Dickinson

National Arbor Day (US)

Why not try The Ropemaker by Peter Dickinson. Published by Macmillan Children's Books.

9 days ago

April Events

Are you going on an Easter Egg Hunt this weekend? Why not read AK by Peter Dickinson from Macmillan Children's Books

16 days ago

World Voice Day

Elementals: Water by Peter Dickinson from Penguin Random House Children's UK is a great book to listen to.

19 days ago

International Moment of Laughter Day

It's #InternationalMomentofLaughterDay so read Chuck and Danielle by Peter Dickinson from Yearling

21 days ago

International Moment of Laughter Day

It's #InternationalMomentofLaughterDay so read Chuck and Danielle by Peter Dickinson from Penguin Random House Children's UK

21 days ago

National Submarine Day

Elementals: Water is a real watery read! By Peter Dickinson from Corgi Childrens

24 days ago

National Submarine Day

Elementals: Water is a real watery read! By Peter Dickinson from Penguin Random House Children's UK

24 days ago

International Children's Book Day

The Gift Boat... A book that will get anyone reading! By Peter Dickinson from Macmillan Children's Books.

1 month ago

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