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Author of The Travelling School Mysteries. LIBBY & THE EGYPTIAN ESCAPADE January 25 @FireflyPress Header Becka Moor. She/Her

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

1 month

The end of the school holidays might be in sight but...that does it mean it's time to go back to school with Libby & this time she's heading to Egypt. Libby and the Egyptian Escapade is available to request NOW on Netgalley...

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Firefly Press

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📣BOOKSELLERS, BLOGGERS, REVIEWERS, LIBRARIANS, TEACHERS 📣 We have a back to school treat for you... The fourth book in the Travelling School of Mysteries series, Libby and the Egyptian Escapade, is now available to request on #Netgalley !🔎

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

5 years

Just had the loveliest news. I'm thrilled to have been longlisted for the School Librarian of the Year Award. I love my job and I'm really grateful to work with such a supportive team.

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

4 years

Treated myself to some more shelves, a chair & a footstool for my writing room. Going to be spending a lot of time locked away in here in 2021

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

2 years

1 more school day left!! Updated my Bookflix board with a new graphic novel section & some new 22 debut authors, ready for September!

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

4 years

I'm absolutely thrilled to announce that @FireflyPress will be publishing my debut Libby and the Parisian Puzzle in April 22. Completely delighted that my MG detective story will be illustrated by the brilliant @BeckaMoor I'm a huge fan of her work so this is a dream come true!

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4 years

5 years ago today I sat at my desk and typed 3 words Book Lover Jo into my computer not really knowing if anyone would read my blog. Fast forward 5 years I can't believe all the amazing opportunities it's given me. It's been incredibly hard work at times but a lot of fun.

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

2 years

I'm just a school librarian, standing in front of children's authors, asking you to write shorter books

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

5 years

4 years ago today I sat at my desk and typed 3 words Book Lover Jo into my computer not really knowing if anyone would read my blog. Fast forward 4 years I can't believe all the amazing opportunities it's given me. It's been incredibly hard work at times but a lot of fun.

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

5 years

My school library has closed for the summer and I'm amazed how much the issues have grown over the last 5 1/2 years 2018/2019 13146 books vs. 2013/2014 1772 books Main dif. is all children have scheduled library time every week, small changes can have a significant impact

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

4 months

The shocked face of an author discovering one of her books in WHS for the first time 🤣

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

2 years

This is what 47 looks like... Happy Balloon Day to me 🎈

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

3 years

Halloween giveaway!! 🎃🧙‍♀️🐈‍⬛ Win a signed copy of #DiaryofAnAccidentalWitch by @perditact @HonorCargillM @illustratormum & your very own Jellycat Bewitching Cat. To enter FLW, RT & reply with your fave spooky gif. UK only ends 24th October. Winner chosen at random

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

3 years

It's been a whole month since #LibbyAndTheParisianPuzzle published. To celebrate I'm giving away a signed & dedicated copy and this funky notebook & jewel pen. Perfect for any budding young detective. To enter RT & FLW ends 8/4 UK only.

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

4 years

Finally got round to creating my #Bookflix display. I can't wait for the kids to see when they come back tomorrow #schoollibrarian #readingforpleasure

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

7 years

My school library has closed for the summer and I've issued 12090 book this year compared to 7906 last year #happylibrarian

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

3 years

Nobody says it quite like @neilhimself

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

6 years

3 years ago today I created my book blog with no expectation of anyone ever reading it. I feel incredibly lucky to have worked with the most amazing authors, illustrators & publicists. Thanks to everyone who has read the blog your support & feedback is just wonderful.

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

6 years

A small thread, please excuse the indulgence! 5 years ago this week I became a school librarian. If you asked 14 year old me what I wanted to be when I was older it would be to do this very job! It only took me 24 years to get there...

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

3 years

Are you a fan of Norse Myths? Well this is your LOKI day! I’m thrilled to be sharing the totally THORiginal cover for @Louiestowell ’s prank-filled new series with @WalkerBooksUk for Feb 2022!

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

2 years

I'm delighted to exclusively reveal the cover of @StuartWhiteWM brilliant sci-fi debut... Ghosts of Mars The Adventures of Eva Knight This stunning cover is designed & illustrated by @Jen_Jamieson_ Publishing on the 16th January Let's find out more...

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

3 years

So excited to be able to share with you the gorgeous cover of my debut #libbyandtheparisianpuzzle Illustrated, designed & animated by the brilliant @BeckaMoor Publishing on 10th March 2022 @FireflyPress #thetravellingschoolmysteries @bouncemarketing Let's find out more...

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

4 years

I'm really excited to reveal the cover of the lovely & talented @AmySparkes debut MG novel The House at the Edge of Magic.' With cover design by Chloé Tartinville & illustration & hand lettering by @BenMMantle it hints at the fun & magic that lies within

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

3 years

It's 2 months until my debut #LibbyAndTheParisianPuzzle illus. by @BeckaMoor is published. To celebrate I'm giving away a signed & dedicated proof copy, a #TheTravellingSchoolMysteries badge & a map notebook. To enter RT, FLW & reply with a Parisian themed gif. UK only ends 10/01

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

4 years

I'm delighted to exclusively reveal the wonderfully eerie and atmospheric cover for @JenniferKillick #CraterLake Evolution designed & illustrated by Anne Glenn Published on May 21st by @FireflyPress You can pre-order now or from your local bookshop

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

3 years

Wonderful morning at @rshipbshop signing and dedicating all the pre-orders for #LibbyAndTheParisianPuzzle @BeckaMoor @FireflyPress Thanks for looking after me and for the much needed coffee!

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

2 years

So excited to share the cover of the second book in #TheTravellingSchoolMysteries #LibbyAndTheHighlandHeist Illustrated & designed by @BeckaMoor Publishing 19th January @FireflyPress Libby & Connie are back in a new mystery, let's find out more... @bouncemarketing @Books_Wales

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

4 years

I'm absolutely thrilled to have made the shortlist with my Parisian mystery. Thanks @DA_Childrens for this fabulous opportunity!

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DA Children's Agency

4 years

It's shortlist announcement day for our Mega Middle-Grade Competition 🙌 Thanks again to everyone who entered, it's been a pleasure to read your submissions! We'll be getting back in touch with you all by the end of today to let you know if you've been shortlisted 🤩

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

7 years

Took some photos of my small but perfectly formed school library today, too lovely not to share #proudlibrarian

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

6 years

This week I moved my entire library to it's new temporary home, children at school really excited. Just need to add the finishing touches...

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

2 years

And then there were 2!! It's publication day for the second book in #TheTravellingSchoolMysteries #LibbyAndTheHighlandHeist illustrated & designed by #BeckaMoor Libby and Connie head to Scotland and soon find themselves caught up in another mystery...

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

3 years

This book obsessed child would never have imagined it was possible she would grow up to become an author. But tomorrow it is officially happening and I still can't quite believe it #LibbyAndTheParisianPuzzle #TheTravellingSchoolMysteries

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

5 years

Six years ago tomorrow I became a school librarian. I've spent today filling out the questionnaire for longlisted candidates and it's been so lovely to look back at all the things I've achieved. Feeling very lucky to have a job that I genuinely love...

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

5 years

Just had the loveliest news. I'm thrilled to have been longlisted for the School Librarian of the Year Award. I love my job and I'm really grateful to work with such a supportive team.

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

5 years

Thrilled to see the school library get recognition in our Ofsted report. A real love of reading was also seen across the school. @GreatSchLibs @uksla @AmbassadorSLG #GreatSchoolLibraries

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

5 years

Writing can be so tough, so important to celebrate every small step. So proud that I completed my final draft #proseccotime

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

3 years

It's my birthday & I have a special #giveaway to celebrate!! To win a signed & dedicated copy of #libbyandtheparisianpuzzle RT, FLW & reply with a Parisian themed gif. UK only ends 18th July If you don't win a copy you can pre-order via @rshipbshop

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

2 years

It's 6 months today since #LibbyAndTheParisianPuzzle was published. To celebrate I'm giving away a signed & dedicated copy AND a pre-order of #LibbyAndTheHighlandHeist via @rshipbshop To enter RT & FLW and reply with a Parisian gif. UK only ends 10/09 @BeckaMoor @FireflyPress

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

5 years

So today I got to shout from the rooftops about the work librarians are doing in a school in a time of no funding and no statutory requirements for libraries or librarians in schools #KidsConf19

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Lucas Maxwell

5 years

The amazing @bookloverJo discussing all of the genius ways she makes her #Library so successful on a tight budget @thebookseller #KidsConf19 including using @authorfy @readingagency & so much more.

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

2 years

I am delighted to exclusively reveal the cover for @AmySparkes The Bookshop at the Back of Beyond the third book in the #HouseAtTheEdgeOfMagic series designed by Chloé Tartinville illustrated by @BenMMantle Publishing 5th January @WalkerBooksUK Let's find out more...

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

3 years

So excited to see my debut, Libby and the Parisian Puzzle illustrated by @BeckaMoor in @thebookseller Wales Focus previews today. Coming April 22 from @FireflyPress Starting to feel very real now...

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

5 months

To support the lovely @rshipbshop who are having a difficult time due to ongoing building work, I'm having a giveaway. 2 lucky people can win all 3 Libby books signed & dedicated to the person of your choice. To enter RT & FLW UK only, ends Friday 3rd May.

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The Rocketship Bookshop

5 months

THE ROCKETSHIP NEEDS YOUR HELP! Due to continuing construction work & road works on our street, we are experiencing unprecedented financial challenges. Use RocketshipMayDay as a coupon on the website for 25% of everything until May 6th! Thank you.

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

6 years

Spotted some snide comments about book bloggers on Twitter yesterday saying they had no reach or influence. It totally misunderstood what we do & why we do it. Overnight I earned my Top Contributor: Children's Books badge on Amazon *sticks out tongue* 😜 #justsaying

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

4 years

Yes!! After many years of querying & about 84 agent rejections I have my debut coming out in April 2022 Libby and the Parisian Puzzle illustrated by @BeckaMoor by @FireflyPress It's the 1st in a mystery series set in a travelling school that moves around the world #MAWFYPchat

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BSU Creative Writing

4 years

#MAWFYPChat : @bookloverJo @ChelleyToy @librarymice and @kellysrambles Do any of you write your own stories? If so, what kinds of things have you written/are writing and how do you find it?

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

4 years

I can honestly say it has been the most difficult and challenging term I've ever had. But in good news despite the library not being open in the same way we've managed to issue 6612 books, 600 more than last year. I'm happy but exhausted...

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

6 years

Slightly jealous of Evie's purchase today, she's planning to write her stories on it 😍

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

5 years

First draft is officially done and two days ahead of plan. It needs so much work but it's a start and now I'm going to celebrate with a cup of tea and an early night #amwriting #firstdraft

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

6 years

Thrilled to be a judge for this year's British Book Awards on the panel for the newly created Children's Illustrated and Non-Fiction Award

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The Bookseller

6 years

. @amateuradam , @renireni @jessphillips , @KayBurley , @DrRanj , Axel Scheffler, @tweeter_anita and @StigAbell are among this year's @BritBookAwards judges: #Nibbies

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

3 years

3 years ago I started editing the first draft of the 1st version of #LibbyAndTheParisianPuzzle 3 years later after numerous rejections, writing a whole new version & finally finding an agent & publisher I now have the proof copy of my debut. I'm feeling very emotional right now

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

6 years

Let the fun commence, #firstdraft I'm going in #amwriting #parisianmystery

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

4 years

5 years without the genuis that was Alan Rickman, this quote still makes me cry 😢

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

3 years

I'm delighted to share this news! The second book in The Travelling School Mysteries is... 'Libby and the Highland Heist', set against the backdrop of the Highlands and Edinburgh. Illustrated by the brilliant @BeckaMoor & published in Spring 2023 by @FireflyPress

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BookBrunch

3 years

. @FireflyPress signs a second Travelling School Mystery by Jo Clarke ( @bookloverJo ) - Libby and the Highland Heist is out in spring 2023 (£)

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

4 years

Together for 24 years & married for 16 years today. Not the anniversary we planned but the sun is shining so we're definitely grateful for that #anniversary #lockdownlife

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

1 year

I am delighted to reveal the stunning cover of #LibbyandtheManhattanMystery illustrated & designed by the brilliant #BeckaMoor publishing 4th January @FireflyPress Let's find out more about the 3rd book in #TheTravellingSchoolMysteries

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

3 years

Thank you @fionanoblebooks for including my debut, illustrated by @BeckaMoor #LibbyAndTheParisianPuzzle as a 'One To Watch' in @thebookseller March previews, I'm completely over the moon & a little bit stunned!! #TravellingSchoolMysteries @FireflyPress

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

4 years

Absolutely thrilled to have made the shortlist with my story Libby and the Parisian Puzzle

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DA Children's Agency

4 years

We're very pleased to announce the shortlist for our Mega Middle-Grade Competition! A massive congrats to our final six 🥳 We'll now be reading the full manuscripts and will announce our three winners on June 11th 🤩

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

9 months

Updated my Bookflix display today with some new genre recommendations. This display is always a talking point in school!

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

3 years

I'm so excited to reveal the cover of @AmySparkes The Tower at the End of Time stunningly illustrated by @BenMMantle The adventurous, magical and brilliantly funny sequel to The House at the Edge of Magic is published on 6th January by @WalkerBooksUK Let's find out more...

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

3 years

I'm thrilled to reveal the cover of the first book in a brand new series from @perditact @HonorCargillM #DiaryofAnAccidentalWitch Illustrated by @illustratormum designed by @CharlieMoyler @sophie_bransby Publishing 2nd September by @LittleTigerUK Let's find out more...

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

3 years

6 years ago I started my blog. It was my way of finding my voice, to see if anyone would want to read what I'd written. It gave me the confidence to become a writer & now I'm an actual real life author to be. I'm grateful for all the opportunities it's given me over the years 🙏

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

2 years

To celebrate #IndieBookshopWeek I have 2 copies of #LibbyandtheParisianPuzzle to giveaway from the brilliant The Rocketship Bookshop To enter RT & FLW me & @rshipbshop UK only ends 25/6 This is a great week to support your local indie bookshop in person and online!

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

6 years

So this just happened! I'm totally over the moon & gobsmacked. Hugely grateful to all those who voted for me, the fabulous @yashotmediateam & to my fellow bloggers @PewterWolf @readable_life @BookLoverx you guys rock x

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

6 years

Thinking of everyone who finds today tough x

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

5 years

I'm beyond staying up till midnight, so shortly off to bed. Wishing you all a peaceful & happy 2020. And in the glorious words of @neilhimself

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

4 years

A whole week of book returns, the reality of librarianing in a pandemic #schoollibrarian #greatschoollibraries

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

4 years

2021 is looking busy. Books received so far. Plus all of my top secret reading for the @alligatorsmouth Book Award & quite a lot of writing to do. I'm off to lie down in a darkened room...🤣

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

3 years

Huge stack of book returns from year 6 this morning. I love that they read such a wide variety of authors #proudlibrarian

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

3 years

I'm delighted to exclusively reveal the cover for debut #picturebook I am NOT a Prince by @RachDavisAuthor & illustrated by @BeatrixHatcher Published 20th January 2022 by @HachetteKids Let's find out more... #IAmNOTAPrince #BeProudToBeYourself #RepresentationMatters #kidlit

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

3 months

I'm delighted to reveal the cover for the fourth & final book in #TheTravellingSchoolMysteries Libby and the Egyptian Escapade! Illustrated & designed by the brilliant Becka Moor, it's my favourite cover yet! Publishing on the 16th January @FireflyPress Let's find out more...

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

2 years

Yesterday we said a very sad and unexpected goodbye to our wonderful Simba after 17 and a half years. She ruled the roost and organised us all, the house is so quiet without her. RIP gorgeous girl x

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

3 years

I'm delighted to be sharing the cover of @FinlaysonPalmer debut Autumn Moonbeam: Dance Magic on this most auspicious of days Designed by @Alphabeckles Illustrated by @HeidiOliviaArt Published by @publishinguclan on 7th July @bouncemarketing Let's find out more...

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

6 years

This year I've managed to finish my young fiction story, get a full MS request, write a first draft of my new WIP a Parisian mystery. I think it's so important to celebrate every small step in your writing journey & I'm hoping 2019 will be a positive & productive year

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

2 years

I had some new author photos done to celebrate the launch of #LibbyAndTheHighlandHeist Had to wear my gorgeous @joanieclothing tartan skirt which is very swishy and has pockets! Thanks to the lovely Sarah Dutton Photography for making me feel fabulous!

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

3 years

My author copies of #LibbyandtheParisianPuzzle have arrived. They look so beautiful all together, @BeckaMoor is an illustration/design genius. Publishing in just 18 days Thanks @FireflyPress #TheTravellingSchoolMysteries Available to pre-order now

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

6 years

So happy to feature on this list of Top 500 Children's Book Influencers alongside a list of people who I hugely admire, such a brilliant line up. Thanks @alanorourke for compiling!

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

5 years

I'm delighted to exclusively reveal the cover of @catherinebruton #AnotherTwistInTheTale illustrated by Thy Bui, with design by the inhouse team at Nosy Crow. Thanks to @NosyCrowBooks I have 1 of 3 proof copies to win. To enter RT, UK only. Ends 18/5

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

4 years

Oh my, day actually made by this gorgeous signed edition of @ShirleyHughes_ Dogger's Christmas. What an absolute treasure of a story ❤

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

8 years

So this just happened huge thanks to everyone who voted for me, I really appreciate your support #awardukyabbloggers

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Luna'sLittleLibrary

8 years

Congratulations @bookloverJo Winner of Best Newcomer #awardukyabbloggers

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

3 years

Oh hello, I have news...

@BookBrunch

BookBrunch

3 years

. @FireflyPress signs a second Travelling School Mystery by Jo Clarke ( @bookloverJo ) - Libby and the Highland Heist is out in spring 2023 (£)

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

5 years

Feeling much calmer after a review pile sort out & treating myself to a fancy new book trolley #bookbloggerproblems

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4 years

Thrilled to have received these lovely macarons in the post, I can't say who from just yet but it may have something to do with a certain Libby and the Parisian Puzzle

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5 years

Here it is! The exclusive #coverreveal for @JenniferKillick Crater Lake. This spine tingling cover hints at the eerie adventure that lies within. Illustrated & designed by Anne Glen it's just fabulous

Crater Lake Cover Reveal – Jennifer Killick

Following on from the success of Jennifer Killick’s brilliant, ‘Alex Sparrow’ books, and ‘Mo, Lottie and the Junkers,’ Jennifer is back with something a little bit different and …

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

7 years

100 years today women were granted limited right to vote but it was only in 1928 that women and men received equal suffrage. If you're looking for inspirational books to share with children of all ages, here are my favourite books #VotesForWomen #Vote100

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5 years

2020 review pile so far. Looks like it's going to be a busy year #bookblogger #bookpost #gifted

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

4 years

Despite all the challenges we've issued 13.6k books already this school year

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

4 years

A whole week of book returns, the reality of librarianing in a pandemic #schoollibrarian #greatschoollibraries

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5 years

23 years together & married for 15 years today. #crystalanniversary #fifteenyears #memories 💕

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

4 years

I have some very exciting news to share with you next week!! I wonder what it will be?!?!?!? Join me on Tuesday at 10am when all will be revealed...

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

5 years

So excited to share with you today the cover for @emmac2603 The Somerset Tsunami illustrated by Julian De Narvaez with cover design by Margaret Hope, released on October 3rd @FaberChildrens

Cover Reveal – The Somerset Tsunami Emma Carroll

Regular readers of the blog will know that I’m a huge fan of Emma Carroll, who is quite rightly known as the Queen of Historical Fiction. Emma’s storytelling genius lies in her ability …

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

6 years

There is a huge gap in the market for young readers of 7- 9 years. I've seen an increase in fabulously illustrated young fiction and the MG selection is having a huge resurgence. Would love to see more books in this age range!

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The Bookseller

6 years

. @davidwalliams targets 7+ readers with his new "daft story", illustrated by Tony Ross, for @HarperCollinsCh :

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

6 years

Just sent my entire MS off for the first time, now the waiting begins.....

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

3 years

I'm delighted to exclusively reveal the cover of @MelTBessent fabulously festive debut... #TheChristmasCarrolls Illustrated by @mrsunu Designed by @hamdesign Animated by Remo Creative Coming from @FarshoreBooks on 14th October Let's find out more...

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

9 months

#LibbyandtheManhattanMystery illustrated by #BeckaMoor publishes today. Join Libby & Connie as they find themselves in New York & get caught up in a new mystery uncovering lots of secrets. 'Another delightful page-turner from the queen of cosy crime for kids' @RashmiWriting

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2 years

Almost 7000 books issued this term, loved seeing the variety of authors chosen by the kids. If you offer a wide selection of authors and put them on prominent display it makes such a difference to their choices. This is a small snapshot of them, year 3/4 book returns just today

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

6 years

6 years ago today I was made redundant after 10 years in my role. Despite having a job that was really stressful, I felt really low, had zero confidence and had no idea what I was going to do with my life. Then by some serendipitous chance a job was advertised in my town library

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

2 years

I'm delighted to exclusively reveal the cover of @scraphamster Alice Éclair Spy Extraordinaire! A Recipe for Trouble Illustrated by Beatriz Castro Designed by @2t2z Published by @NosyCrow 4th August Let's find out more...

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

11 months

The most strangest and stressful part of being an author is having to make 'short' promo videos. 2 hours later, here I am on the edge of hysteria wearing brussel sprouts on my head

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

3 years

I'm delighted to exclusively reveal the cover of @Sally_writes debut Toby and the Silver Blood Witches illustrated by @sarahjdocker publishing 19th July. This stunning artwork hints at the magical & mysterious tale that lies beneath the cover. Let's find out more...

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

2 years

Popped on #LockwoodCo to watch 1 episode and ended up 6 episodes in. What brilliant writing, fabulous casting & incredible production. Huge congratulations to @JonathanAStroud and the entire team behind this, I can't recommend it enough!!

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

2 years

For once I'm lost for words. Absolutely thrilled that #LibbyAndTheParisianPuzzle has won the LKS2 Children's Favourite category @FireflyPress @bouncemarketing Thanks @booksfortopics & everyone who voted!

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@booksfortopics

2 years

🏆🎉🏆 Wow! 🏆🎉🏆 Congratulations to the WINNERS of our Books of the Year award! 🎉🏆 Here are the books that our community of teachers, librarians and book-lovers voted as the best books of 2022:

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

6 years

Today it's my stop on the #MaisieDay blog tour with my review if this brilliant book by @edgechristopher . I'm also giving away a copy of all these fabulous books. To enter RT & FLW UK only ends 22/4. For an extra entry leave a comment on the blog post

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

3 years

#NewProfilePic

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

4 years

Christmas storytime starts today and I've been trying to make my shelves look festive 🌲🎁🎅🦌

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

5 years

Work lanyard is getting a bit heavy #librarianproblems

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Jo Clarke (Updates only)

6 years

Hugely busy term in the library. Over 10,000 books issued so far this school year & the entire library moved. Now for some relaxation with a big pile of books & a new WIP to start writing 😆

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