ANNE FINE
This is the official web site of Anne Fine, the second Children's Laureate and a distinguished prize-winning writer for children of all ages, with over forty books to her credit. She has also written for adults to considerable critical acclaim. This site has news and information about Anne, and showcases her books.
The Devil Walks
'The devil walks... But he can make no headway if he has no help. We must invite him in...'
The Devil Walks is now available in Kindle, paperback and Large Print editions, as well as the original hardback. It has received glowing reviews, and featured in the end of year "Best of 2011" round-ups, too. The latest is from the Irish Independent, which said: "Its opening is truly terrifying, but it is thought-provoking and my favourite of this year's crop."
Read what Anne said to 'We Love This Book' about scary stories; parents and teachers might find this interview in the Reading Zone helpful - or just read more about The Devil Walks on this site.
Creative Passions
There will be an opportunity to hear discussing her books on Wednesday 15th February at 2.00 pm in the wonderful library of Newcastle's Literary and Philosophical Society. This is part of the Lit & Phil's 'Creative Passions' season, built around a portrait exhibition, celebrating literature in portraits and words.
A Family Ticket (adult + 2 children) costs £5, each extra adult/child £3/ £2, including entry to the exhibition.
Coming soon
Whether you're looking for a completely new story from Anne Fine, or just waiting for one of your favourites to be published in paperback, this is the place to find out what's new. Click the titles to find out more about each book:
There's a brand new story for beginning readers, Big Red Balloon, with illustrations by Kate Pankhurst: Pip's class are sending off big red helium balloons to celebrate their school's 100th anniversary - where will they all end up?
Under A Silver Moon is half a fairy tale and half the sort of story that you might find in The Arabian Nights - and it is beautifully illustrated by Lotte Klaver. The paperback edition will be out this spring.
And some old friends, too: How to cross the road and not turn into a Pizza and three other favourites for younger readers will be reissued in June.
After that... well, look out for trouble - especially if you live in Toadpool!
Anne Fine answers some questions...
- At the Book Base
- in the September issue of She magazine, where she names three books that shaped her life,
- and in The Guardian, where she answers the question: "Who is your favourite living children's author?".
Oh, Spider!
There's an exclusive new story by Anne Fine on the Tesco Kids' Book Club website; it's called Oh, Spider!, and anyone who loves the Jamie and Angus stories will enjoy it (and don't forget to leave a review!)
