It's a Book nominated for Picture Book Awards

We're delighted to announce that It's a Book has been nominated for the English 4-11 Picture Book Awards.

Playful and lighthearted with a subversive twist that is signature Lane Smith, It's a Book is a delightful manifesto on behalf of print in the digital age. This satisfying, perfectly executed picture book has something to say to readers of all stripes and all ages.

The winning books will be announced on Monday 30 April, with winners invited to the Awards Presentation, which this year takes place at the British Academy in London on Wednesday 16 May.

More information on the awards can be found here.

To find out more about It's Book and to watch the book trailer, visit the book page here.

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