David Almond
David Almond (born 15 May 1951) is a British author best known for his magical-realist novels for young readers, including 'Skellig' and 'Kit’s Wilderness'. Raised in northeastern England, he taught school and worked odd jobs before turning to writing full time, and his work has since been translated into more than 40 languages. He has won numerous awards, including the Carnegie Medal and the Hans Christian Andersen Award, and was appointed OBE for his services to literature.
Books by David Almond
Want to become a reviewer?
Join our dedicated community of junior reviewers!
Get a free book to review, have your review published on the site and if you’re really lucky get noticed by the author too!
- 1Complete the short form and send it to us
- 2We'll get back in touch to find out a bit more about your likes and dislikes
- 3We'll send you a book to review. You also get to keep the book!
- 4Send us your review and we'll publish it on the site!
