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Posts by Alastair Chisholm

Alastair and Whisky the Dog in Blackwell’s bookshop with a copy of Alastair’s book WE ARE DRAGON.

Alastair and Whisky the Dog in Blackwell’s bookshop with a copy of Alastair’s book WE ARE DRAGON.

Alastair and Whisky the Dog in Edinburgh Waterstones bookshop with a copy of Alastair’s book WE ARE DRAGON.

Alastair and Whisky the Dog in Edinburgh Waterstones bookshop with a copy of Alastair’s book WE ARE DRAGON.

Day 4 of Whisky’s Edinburgh Bookshop Tour for WE ARE DRAGON, and today we were at @blackwells.bsky.social and @waterstones.bsky.social saying hello, signing books, and getting tummy rubs (that last one was Whisky, not me)

#WeAreDragon #IAmWolf #KidLitUk @nosycrow.bsky.social #WhiskyTheDog

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Building anti-ableism through representation in children's material culture. Join us for seminar 2: Books and Reading. 21 April, 1-4:30pm, hybrid event online and at University of Strathclyde, free to attend.

Building anti-ableism through representation in children's material culture. Join us for seminar 2: Books and Reading. 21 April, 1-4:30pm, hybrid event online and at University of Strathclyde, free to attend.

I will be speaking at the anti-ableism in children's books seminar about the project I manage #Sharing #Sensory #Stories - you can join in person or online, so do come along, it will be very interesting!
Book tickets here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/anti-ablei...

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Alastair Chisholm with Whisky the Dog standing outside the Edinburgh Bookshop window, which has been decorated with a large dragon to match the cover of the book WE ARE DRAGON.

Alastair Chisholm with Whisky the Dog standing outside the Edinburgh Bookshop window, which has been decorated with a large dragon to match the cover of the book WE ARE DRAGON.

Alastair Chisholm with Whisky the Dog and a copy of his book WE ARE DRAGON

Alastair Chisholm with Whisky the Dog and a copy of his book WE ARE DRAGON

Day 3 of Whisky’s WE ARE DRAGON bookshop tour and today we’re at #TheEdinburghBookShop, complete with incredible window display – check out the awesomeness! 😎

#WeAreDragon #IAmWolf @nosycrow.bsky.social #BookstagramUk #KidLitUk #WhiskyTheDog

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Alastair Chisholm in The Portobello Bookshop holding Whisky The Dog and a copy of his book We Are Dragon.

Alastair Chisholm in The Portobello Bookshop holding Whisky The Dog and a copy of his book We Are Dragon.

Whisky's WE ARE DRAGON book tour day 2 was a sunny walk along Portobello beach to the lovely @portybooks.bsky.social – get your signed copies there!

@nosycrow.bsky.social #WeAreDragon #IAmWolf #WhiskyTheDog #KidLitUk

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Alastair in Topping Books holding Whisky the Dog and a copy of his book We Are Dragon.

Alastair in Topping Books holding Whisky the Dog and a copy of his book We Are Dragon.

Alastair in Argonaut Books holding Whisky the Dog and a copy of his book We Are Dragon.

Alastair in Argonaut Books holding Whisky the Dog and a copy of his book We Are Dragon.

Whisky and I had a lovely time this morning at #ToppingsEdin, @typewronger.bsky.social and @argonautbooks.bsky.social signing copies of #WeAreDragon – get your copies now!

(Whisky is tired out from all the fun and is now sleeping it off 😊)

#IAmWolf #kidLitUk @nosycrow.bsky.social #WhiskyTheDog

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Come and see our fantastic new window, painted by the lovely Chloe at @nosycrow.bsky.social! We are celebrating the publication of We Are Dragon by @alastairc.com ahead of our signing with him on Friday 24th April! Tickets are available via the link in our bio...

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It’s publication day for WE ARE DRAGON, by #WhiskyTheDog (and me!) 🐉🐉🐉

@nosycrow.bsky.social #WeAreDragon #IAmWolf #KidLitUk

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Thank you!! 😍

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We Are Dragon by Alastair Chisholm ‘We are Dragon’ concludes Alastair Chisholm’s childen’s SF trilogy. It once again delivers a wonderful found family, journey of self-discovery.

It's always tricky reviewing final books in a series. If you haven't read @alastairc.com's "I Am Wolf" books yet, my (largely spoiler-free) review of "We Are Dragon" explains why you're missing out. potsandplots.blog/2026/04/09/w... @nosycrow.bsky.social #booksky #childrensbooks

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We Are Dragon Check out We Are Dragon - <p></p><p><b>An outstanding, highly original and unputdownable read. Following on from I AM WOLF and I AM RAVEN, this is a bold, thought-provoking adventure perfect for fans of MORTAL ENGINES and THE LAST WILD.</b></p><br /><br /><p>Rieka's world is on fire.</p><p><br /><br /></p><p>She's lived her whole life aboard Constructs, giant mechanical creatures that battle each other for territory. Now a new enemy has swept across the land - DRAGON. And even with all the survivors united against it, Dragon is winning.</p><p><br /><br /></p><p>Technically brilliant, Rieka believes that she alone can turn the war. But the path she sets out on is dangerous, both for her and her friends. And all the while, there is a truth about herself she must face.</p><p><br /><br /></p><p>If she doesn't, she could destroy everything she's trying to save. </p><br /><br /><p><b>Also written by the award-winning Alastair Chisholm:</b></p><ul><li><br /> </li><li>I Am Wolf - Shortlisted, Peters Children's Book of the Year award 2025 </li><li><br /> </li><li>I Am Raven</li><li><br /> </li><li>Orion Lost</li><li><br /> </li><li>The Consequence Girl </li><li><br /></li></ul><br /><p><b>Praise for I AM WOLF:</b></p><br /><p>"Jam-packed with action and suspense, and wildly inventive." - <i>The Times</i></p><br /><p>"I loved every page of this gripping, dystopian thriller. Wonderful characters, thrilling action and a unique new world. Now I wish I had my own animal construct!" - Kieran Larwood, author of <i>Podkin One Ear</i></p><br /><p>"I wolfed this down... Great MG sci-fi." - Darren Simpson, author of <i>Scavengers</i></p> by Alastair Chisholm on Bookshop.org UK!

Publication day has arrived! Congratulations @alastairc.com

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#MG Sci-Fi Review: We Are Dragon by Alastair Chisholm Cover image by Karítas Gunnarsdóttìr, published by Nosy Crow, 9 April 2026, ISBN: 978-1805131274 We Are Dragon is the final title in the I Am Wolf trilogy, and brings the series to a thrilling and …

#WeAreDragon is the final part in the #IAmWolf trilogy by @alastairc.com, brilliant Sci-Fi for readers aged 9yrs & above. It publishes tomorrow from @nosycrow.bsky.social
#UkKidLit
Here’s my review 👇

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Well now I know what song will be racketing around in my brain for the next 24 hours 😄

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That’s great - tell them hello from me!

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Thank you Jill, I’m so glad you enjoyed it!

Just one sleep to go - #WeAreDragon arrives tomorrow in shops everywhere on Thursday, and you can preorder now!

👉 alastairc.com/books/we-are...

@nosycrow.bsky.social #IAmWolf #kidLitUk

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The book WE ARE DRAGON by Alastair Chisholm, plus a congratulations card from Nosy Crow. The caption above the picture reads “Two Sleeps Till Dragon Day!”

The book WE ARE DRAGON by Alastair Chisholm, plus a congratulations card from Nosy Crow. The caption above the picture reads “Two Sleeps Till Dragon Day!”

I LOVE working with @nosycrow.bsky.social! 😍 From concept-bashing to editing, proof-reading to cover design, sales, publicity, audiobooks, a hundred things in between – everyone there is brilliant and enthusiastic. Looking forward to seeing you at the London launch!
#WeAreDragon #IAmWolf #kidlituk

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Thank you Kelly, and hello to your oldest! 👋

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Three books: I Am Wolf, I Am Raven and We Are Dragon, all by Alastair Chisholm.

Three books: I Am Wolf, I Am Raven and We Are Dragon, all by Alastair Chisholm.

I'm blown away to see these books together. All three were designed by #RayTierney and illustrated by #karitasart, and they look phenomenal!

#WeAreDragon arrives this Thursday, so pre-order if you can from any good bookshop. I hope you enjoy the finale!

#IAmWolf @nosycrow.bsky.social #kidlituk

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First there was Wolf, then there was Raven. Now, there is Dragon! 🐉

The mechanical beasts return for their final battle in We Are Dragon, the epic finale to the I Am Wolf trilogy written by Alastair Chisholm (@alastairc.com) ⚔️

Available in-store and online, from 9 April: buff.ly/ovvOL05

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Check this space tomorrow for the incredible trailer to #WeAreDragon, the final chapter in the #IAmWolf trilogy!

I'm SO excited about this book. The whole series has been so much fun and everyone working on it has been amazing. Not long to go now!

@nosycrow.bsky.social #bcemercer #kidlituk

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My first adult novel, Unapologetic Love Story, will be published tomorrow and launched at Waterstones Piccadilly. The Scottish launch was extraordinary. I'm so grateful to all who joined us.

I'm very nervous for what tomorrow may bring but last night was special. And I'll never forget it.

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Whisky the dog, a young cocker spaniel, lying asleep under a desk.

Whisky the dog, a young cocker spaniel, lying asleep under a desk.

My writing companion at @argonautbooks.bsky.social this morning ❤️

#WhiskyTheDog #writing #KidLitUk

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Thanks so much! I've had so much fun with this series, and I'll be sad to say goodbye, but I hope I've given it a good send-off :-)

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Thank you for this lovely review – I can't wait to see We Are Dragon out in the world!

#WeAreDragon @nosycrow.bsky.social #KidLitUk #IAmWolf

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The book cover for We Are Dragon by Alastair Chisholm is displayed against a dark green background which subtly shows map details. Text reads: "Request to read the epic series finale on NetGalley UK today!". We Are Dragon is a middle-grade fiction book for children aged 9+, published by Nosy Crow.

The book cover for We Are Dragon by Alastair Chisholm is displayed against a dark green background which subtly shows map details. Text reads: "Request to read the epic series finale on NetGalley UK today!". We Are Dragon is a middle-grade fiction book for children aged 9+, published by Nosy Crow.

🔥 Giant mechanical beasts, uneasy alliances and a final battle await in We Are Dragon, now on NetGalley UK.

The epic conclusion to Alastair Chisholm’s gripping sci-fi trilogy – out on 9 April. Reviewers, librarians and educators can request a preview copy now. #KidLit #BookSky

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A clip from the Books For Topics National Year Of Reading "100 books for children to read" list, showing the Dyslexia-friendly section, which includes the books Reek (by Alastair Chisholm, illustrated by George Caltsoudas) and Blitzers (by Alastair Chisholm, illustrated by Francesca Ficorilli)

A clip from the Books For Topics National Year Of Reading "100 books for children to read" list, showing the Dyslexia-friendly section, which includes the books Reek (by Alastair Chisholm, illustrated by George Caltsoudas) and Blitzers (by Alastair Chisholm, illustrated by Francesca Ficorilli)

It's #NationalYearofReading2026, and #BooksForTopics have put together a checklist of 100 books for kids – with both #Reek and #Blitzers on the dyslexia-friendly list, woohoo! 🎉

The full awesome list 👉 www.booksfortopics.com/booklists/to...

@barringtonstoke.bsky.social #KidLitYa #GoAllIn2026

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A collection of items including a bag of Aero chocolates, a yello mug, a bunch of tulips and a novelty 'spaceman' light.

A collection of items including a bag of Aero chocolates, a yello mug, a bunch of tulips and a novelty 'spaceman' light.

Heading back from a fantastic day at #StNiniansHigh chatting about writing, books, computer programming, and the amazing #CodeRead project. And just look at this lovely goodie bag! 😍😍😍 Thank you Mrs Baird and all the pupils there!

#KidLitUk #Glasgow

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Bea Wolf by Zach Weinersmith and Boulet I Am Reading: Zach Weinersmith and Boulet

This week #IAmReading BEA WOLF from @zachweinersmith.bsky.social and @bouletcorp.bsky.social, a huge, hilarious and heroic tale with fantastic illustrations. 6th century myth meets candy-filled treehouses – it's BRILLIANT. I loved it!

More 👉 alastairc.com/i-am-reading...
#KidLitUk #BeaWolf

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A poster showing the six shortlisted books for the 2026 UKLA Book Awards. Books are:

- After
- Dungeon Runners 
- Birdie
- Reek
- Evie and Maryam's Family Tree
- Dragonborn

A poster showing the six shortlisted books for the 2026 UKLA Book Awards. Books are: - After - Dungeon Runners - Birdie - Reek - Evie and Maryam's Family Tree - Dragonborn

A poster showing all the shortlisted title for each category of the 2026 UKLA Book Awards.

A poster showing all the shortlisted title for each category of the 2026 UKLA Book Awards.

Exciting news – REEK has been shortlisted for the #UKLA Book awards 2026, woohoo! 🎉🎉🎉. Good luck to all the amazing shortlistees!

Read more: ukla.org/ukla-book-aw...

@uklitassociation.bsky.social #Reek @barringtonstoke.bsky.social @caltsoudas.bsky.social
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Cover of We Are Dragon by Karítas Gunnarsdóttir - a bright green background with a black dragon rearing up.

Cover of We Are Dragon by Karítas Gunnarsdóttir - a bright green background with a black dragon rearing up.

When I first read I Am Wolf by @alastairc.com, I started it with some trepidation because I wasn’t sure it could live up to his other sci-fi books. How wrong I was! I’m sad to have to say goodbye to all the brilliant characters but We Are Dragon is a beautiful end to the trilogy. #KidLitUK #UKKidLit

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Thanks, Helen, I’m so glad you enjoyed it!

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