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About Robert Westall

More than a decade after his death, Robert Westall retains his reputation as one of the most powerful writers for children. He was awarded two Carnegie Medals (for The Machine-Gunners and The Scarecrows) and used his own childhood experiences of the Second World War in his books.

Recent updates about Robert Westall

Cold Weather

With it nearing the end of November, The Witness (PB) by Robert Westall from Macmillan Children's Books is the perfect cold-weather read.

9 days ago

Armistice Day

A remarkable book that your children will love. The Machine Gunners by Robert Westall.

23 days ago

Halloween

Ghost Abbey by Robert Westall from Corgi Childrens is brilliant!

1 month ago

Halloween

Ghosts, witches, black cats, monsters, wizards, vampires and zombies - they'll all be out tonight! Why not read this brilliantly spooky read. Ghost Abbey by Robert Westall from Penguin Random House Children's UK.

1 month ago

National Cat Day (US)

You should read The Witness (PB) by Robert Westall. Published by Macmillan Children's Books.

1 month ago

National Tell A Story Day

Books can be so much fun, why not share this one The Watch House (PB) by Robert Westall from Macmillan Children's Books

1 month ago

October Events

Trick or treat? Ghost Abbey by Robert Westall from Penguin Random House Children's UK is a great book for fancy dress inspiration!

1 month ago

October Events

Trick or treat? Ghost Abbey by Robert Westall from Corgi Childrens is a great book for fancy dress inspiration!

1 month ago

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