Guests joined Louise Austin and her editor Sarah Hughes of Macmillan Children’s Books on Sunday afternoon on the Embankment to celebrate the publication of Alex…

Alex Abbott is [Un]Dead is Book of the Week in The Week Junior. ‘This fun read is the first in a hilarious new series that…

Louise Austin was featured in this week’s First News in an interview where kids can discover what snack she can’t live without, what gives her…

Pam Norfolk of the Lancashire Post has reviewed Alex Abbott is [Un]Dead, describing it as ‘inventive, laugh-out-loud and high-octane’. She writes: ‘If you’re in search…

To celebrate the launch of Alex Abbott is [Un]Dead, Louise Austin held a workshop at Sevenoaks School for pupils from seven local primary schools who produced…

Sally Morris has selected Alex Abbott is [Un]Dead as one of the best books for children out now in the Daily Mail: ‘This debut is…

Kitty Empire of The Observer has selected Alex Abbott is [Un]Dead as one of her chapter books of the month. To read the full review…

The first Pan Macmillan Presents roadshow of 2026 took place on Tuesday 3rd March at Waterstones in Newcastle with over 60 booksellers, 450 proofs, six…

The Bookseller has included the ‘accessible and funny’ Alex Abbott is [Un]Dead in its 10 titles not to miss in April. Charlotte Eyre described the…

Macmillan Children’s Books has snapped up world rights in all languages, including audio, in a pre-empt by Sarah Hughes, Associate Publisher, from Becky Bagnell at…

Louise Austin is now represented by Becky Bagnell of the Lindsay Literary Agency, marking an exciting new chapter in her writing journey.

The Undiscovered Voices 2024 Launch Party was held at the Savile Club in Mayfair, a chance for agents and editors to meet the writers whose…

Louise Austin has been selected for inclusion in the prestigious 2024 Undiscovered Voices Anthology, with judges praising her manuscript’s “perfect voice”.

Louise Austin’s manuscript, The Undead Journals of Alex Abbott, has been longlisted for inclusion in the ninth biennial Undiscovered Voices anthology from the Society of…

Louise Austin wins the Cornerstones PWA Prize, with judges praising Alex Abbott’s “upbeat, fresh voice” and vampire quest storyline.

The Undead Journals of Alex Abbott longlisted for Bath Children’s Novel Award, receiving a coveted “golden vote” from judges.

Louise Austin places as runner up in WriteMentor Award, with judges praising the manuscript’s entertaining concept and strong voice.