Today, we continue our celebration of literary #BlackGirlMagic with Davina Hamilton dress-up homage to MJ from Queen of the Classroom - written by Derrick Barnes and illustrated by Vanessa Brantley-Newton. (1/3)

It’s a wrap! Final day of my 10-day character dress-ups. 😁

Biggest thanks to The Voice Newspaper for giving me space to talk about my recent dress-up escapades! 😁

Last minute costume ideas for #WorldBookDay tomorrow (March 6th)! Grab a white shirt/t-shirt and a tie and become schoolchild Riley from #RileyCanBeAnything! (Top parenting publication madeformums even made this recommendation!) 1/3

Happy #WorldBookDay! 📚 We hope you’re having a brilliantly bookish day, celebrating super stories! 😊

Today, we wish Davina Hamilton a very happy birthday! 🥳 Here’s to a year of books, brilliance and boundless opportunities! ✨

Our author Davina Hamilton was delighted to share her experiences of school author visits, as part of the The Society of Authors Advisory Clinic podcast. A fab listen for both new and aspiring children’s authors – and all children’s book lovers! Full episode here: societyofauthors.org/resource/atten

Big thanks to North Bridge House Prep School for inviting Davina Hamilton to deliver readings for Reception, Yr 1 and Yr 2! For any schools wishing to host Davina for a super storytelling session, be sure to contact Authors Abroad at [email protected] 😊

Happy Mother's Day to all the marvellous mums!

A little reminder from Davina Hamilton to always believe in you! Wishing you a wonderful week ahead. #MondayMotivation 🙌🏾

Did you know Davina Hamilton has acquired a number of music skills throughout the years? If you’re learning a new skill – musical or otherwise – remember that practise, perseverance and patience are the keys to success. #MondayMotivation #YouGotThis #WinningMentality

Delighted to be a judge for the 2025 The Society of Authors Queen’s Knickers Award. 😊

It’s #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek and this year’s theme is community. Being part of a safe, positive community reminds us that we’re not alone. If you’re struggling, reach out and connect with others – there is power in community. For more info, visit: mentalhealth.org.uk

Anne Booth 💙 David Litchfield "From heartwarming & comical tales to imaginative laugh-out-louds; thought-provoking stories to inspiring & reflective reads – each story had something special to offer. So, picking the winner & runner-up certainly required a lot of discussion and debate!" Judge Davina Hamilton

The past few days were so busy, we forgot to celebrate our own book birthday! Yes, our beloved debut story, #RileyCanBeAnything turned 8 years old this past Sunday (May 25th). Huge thanks to everyone who has shown love for our triumphant tale. 🤗

Happy Father’s Day to all the doting dads, super stepdads, glorious granddads and fabulous father figures throughout the world. Enjoy your day!

Congratulations to Tiny Fisscher, Illustrator Herma Starreveld and Translator Laura Watkinson the WINNERS of the Queen’s Knickers Award for Bird Is Dead (Greystone Kids) Queen’s Knickers judge Davina Hamilton Davina Hamilton said: ‘Bird Is Dead was a standout story for me ...

Today, on the 77th anniversary of #EmpireWindrush arriving in Britain, we salute the 100s of Caribbean men and women who travelled on board the ship on June 22nd 1948. Arriving upon invitation from the British government, they came to help rebuild Britain after World War 2. 1/3

“I want a pet cheetah, I’d call him Peter” – Just one of the super sentences the children at Parkhill Infants school came up with during Davina Hamilton riveting rhyming workshop! For any schools who’d like to book Davina, contact @AuthorsAbroad: authorsabroad.com/search-authors…

Happy #NationalWritingDay Today, we salute all the creatives, including our very own Davina Hamilton, who use their words to bring stories to life. ✒️