Leonora Bolt: Secret Inventor shortlisted for the Children’s Book Award 2023 award in the Younger Readers category

‘Inventors don’t come much more inventive than young Leonora Bolt… Lots of fun, this is one to recommend to readers who like their adventures wild, wacky and full of invention(s)’ – LoveReading4Kids

We are delighted to share that Leonora Bolt: Secret Inventor, the debut title from Lucy Brandt, has been shortlisted for the Children’s Book Award 2023 award in the Younger Readers category. This is the only national award for children’s books that is voted for entirely by children.

The Children’s Book Award is owned and coordinated by the Federation of Children’s Book Groups, a national voluntary self-funded organisation whose aim is to promote enjoyment and interest in children’s books and reading, and to encourage the availability of books for children of all ages. Past winners include J.K. Rowling, Patrick Ness, Andy Stanton, Malorie Blackman and Michael Morpurgo.

Leonora Bolt: Secret Inventor is Violet Baudelaire meets Peanut Jones in an epic STEM-themed adventure about believing in your brainpower – and yourself!

‘Fizzing with fun, friendship and fabulous inventions!’ – Maria Kuzniar

Congratulations, Lucy!