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Frank Cottrell-Boyce (born 23 September 1959) is an English screenwriter, novelist and occasional actor, known for his children's fiction and for his collaborations with film director Michael Winterbottom.
Jul 2, 2024 · British children's author Frank Cottrell-Boyce has been named the Children's Laureate for 2024-2026. The special role is awarded every two years to a well-known writer or illustrator...
Frank Cottrell Boyce was born in Liverpool and studied English at Oxford University. He first worked as a television critic for Living Marxism magazine, and wrote episodes for Coronation Street and Brookside.
Frank Cottrell Boyce is one of the most respected screenwriters working in the English film industry. After serving as the television critic for the magazine "Living Marxism," he met Michael Winterbottom and the two collaborated on "Forget About Me" (1990).
3 days ago · Frank Cottrell Boyce took over the role from Joseph Coelho in July. In his inaugural speech as the new Waterstones Children's Laureate, the author said Britain was “a stranger to equality”, ...
Jul 2, 2024 · Novelist and screenwriter Frank Cottrell-Boyce has been announced as the new children's laureate. He will take on the role, which involves championing reading and children's books, from this...
Jul 2, 2024 · Frank Cottrell-Boyce, the multi award-winning author and screenwriter, has been crowned the Waterstones Children’s Laureate 2024 – 2026. Cottrell-Boyce was presented with the bespoke silver Laureate medal by outgoing Waterstones Children’s Laureate, Joseph Coelho, at a ceremony held at Howard Assembly Room, Leeds.
