Red House Children's Book Award 2012

Join a star-studded shortlist of authors and be one of the first to find out who wins the Red House Children's Book Award 2012. Hosted by children's comedian James Campbell with special appearances from

Michael Morpurgo
Malorie Blackman
Korky Paul
Mick Inkpen
Kali Stileman
Liz Pichon
Gill Lewis
Piers Ibbotson (the son of the late Eva Ibbotson)
Morris Gleitzman
Jim Kay and
Annabel Pitcher

This event is perfect for children who love the excitement of awards and enjoy reading.

The Red House Children's Book Award is the only national book award voted for entirely by children. If you know a child who'd like to join in, they can cast their vote at www.redhousechildrensbookaward.co.uk

Event suitable for ages seven to 12.

Due to health reasons, regrettably David Melling is now unable to attend the Red House Book Awards prize-giving event at Southbank Centre on Saturday 18 February 2012.

The author line-up remains otherwise unaffected and all look forward to sharing their works and experiences with you on the day.