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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

International Mountain Day

Loving The Tears of the Salamander by Peter Dickinson from Macmillan Children's Books.

11 days ago

National Tree Week

The Ropemaker is a wonderful book for your children. Published by Macmillan Children's Books.

28 days ago

World Children's Day

You should read Kin (Bind-Up) (PB) by Peter Dickinson. Published by Macmillan Children's Books.

1 month ago

World Children's Day

AK by Peter Dickinson from Macmillan Children's Books is brilliant!

1 month ago

Armistice Day

A remarkable book that your children will love. AK by Peter Dickinson.

1 month ago

National Tell A Story Day

Stories is so much fun, why not sit down and read The Gift Boat by Peter Dickinson from Macmillan Children's Books

1 month ago

World Maritime Day

Discover Elementals: Water by Peter Dickinson. Published by Penguin Random House Children's UK.

2 months ago

International Day of Peace

Peace. AK is a wonderful book for your children. Published by Macmillan Children's Books.

3 months ago

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