Abi Luffman

This is really good, unlike much of the coverage

Department for Education We have a once in a generation opportunity to transform our school system so every child can achieve and thrive 🫂🚸 But what is a white paper and what does it mean for your child's school experience?...

As soon as the White Paper is released we will be analysing it carefully and supporting you to respond. We will oppose any reduction in the rights of disabled children and young people. Watch this space.

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Happy New Year Farah! All the best for 2026 x

Happy New Year’s Eve
As 2025 comes to an end, I am sharing my top picks.

It has been an VERY interesting year, but 2026 is calling! 😉

THANK YOU to everyone who has followed me on my journey and especially those who I have crossed paths with! ❤️

Speak soon. Farah x
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Hello Bluesky friends. I am absolutely over the moon to share that I have illustrated the brand new picture book edition of ‘The Velveteen Rabbit’ which will be published by the truly lovely Scholastic in February 2026…🐰

Mark the shark loves to try his best. But the more mistakes he makes, the more frustrated he gets until he... SNAAAPS! But when there's a commotion in the ocean, it's up to Mark to save the day!

#TheSnappyShark by award-winning duo Michelle Robinson and Tim Budgen is available now!

STOP THAT SQUIRREL is a heartwarming story all about an adventurous squirrel who is reluctant to share...

Out today!🍂

The Night Before Diwali by me and #DarshikaVarma and @scholasticuk.bsky.social is out TODAY! And just in time for #Diwali next month 🪔
Available from your local indie bookshop or wherever you buy books 📚

Government faces battle over Send overhaul as campaigners voice fears MPs and parents worry shake-up may abolish vital education, health and care plans that SEN children rely on

Big news: Guardian story and multi-signatory letter about fears about how the govt will follow the disability benefits fiasco: with drastic moves on the educational rights of children & young people with Special Educational Needs & Disabilities 1/2 www.theguardian.com/education/20...

Petition: Retain legal right to assessment and support in education for children with SEND Support in education is a vital legal right of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). We ask the government to commit to maintaining the existing law, so that vulnerable chil...

Under 1k to go! PUSH! Breathe… petition.parliament.uk/petitions/71...

Publication day for Dragon Dave the Not So Brave. Such a fun book to illustrate, thanks so much @scholasticuk.bsky.social for the opportunity to work on a book with @alexlatimer.bsky.social

Dragon Dave has been stuck in this book FOREVER. He really wants to get out. With the help of Prince George, will Dave be brave enough to change his story?

Dragon Dave the (Not-So) Brave is a funny and empowering picture book from @alexlatimer.bsky.social and @phildrawsthings.bsky.social—out today!

Follow the Swallow by Julia Donaldson, illustrated by Thomas Docherty Cover illustration copyright © Thomas Docherty 2025 The enduring popularity of The Gruffalo and the BBC’s adaptations of some of Julia Donaldson’s picture books that are now a big part …

This week’s #PictureBookFriday review is for the beautiful Follow the Swallow by Julia Donaldson, illustrated by @thomasdocherty.bsky.social. Out 05/06 from @farshorebooks.bsky.social

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Is the government going to take away the rights of children with Special Needs? It is beginning to look like it.

I wrote this. I kind of had to. maybeimamazed.substack.com/p/is-the-gov...

A reminder that this finishes today! So don’t miss out on an original from me :)

Petition: Retain legal right to assessment and support in education for children with SEND Support in education is a vital legal right of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). We ask the government to commit to maintaining the existing law, so that vulnerable chil...

The government is considering removing EHCPs for pupils with SEND in mainstream schools. SNJ team member Rachel Filmer has started a petition to call for the protection of disabled children’s rights.

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This Letter Says I Love You by Lucy Rowland, illustrated by Sharon Rentta, with a letter by Matilda Handy Cover illustration © Sharon Rentta, 2025 The death of a loved one is never easy, whatever your age, but for children the loss of a grandparent can hit particularly hard. The bond between the two ge…

Out now, This Letter Says I Love You by Lucy Rowland & Sharon Rentta is a beautiful read, perfect for children who have lost a loved one. #PictureBookFriday @scholasticuk.bsky.social

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My #PictureBookFriday is Follow the Swallow by Julia Donaldson & Thomas Docherty - a delightful story of seasonal change and friendship. This is one for the summer term.
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Over 90 Easter Eggs issued by Rowntrees of York, back in the 80s & 90s. Nostalgia overload! www.presentandcorrect.com/blogs/blog/s...

His wild imagination, his determination to do his best, and his complete honesty about everything 😊

‘He nails it on the first take’: how the Beatles helped my autistic son find his voice After John Harris’s son was diagnosed, conversation always seemed focused on the things he would struggle with. But a shared passion for playing music grew into something James could do – brilliantly

Morning! This is an exclusive extract from my new book Maybe I'm Amazed, about my autistic son James & how music became our shared language. Wait for the Velvet Underground bit at the end www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...

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The Night Before Holi by me, #AditiKakadeBeaufrand and #ScholasticUK is out now! I had the most fun writing this one and Aditi’s illustrations are absolutely joyous!
Happy reading and #HAPPYHOLI 🩷❤️🧡💛💚🩵💙💜

This is very urgent. The UK government is planning to change copyright law. If you are an artist, author, musician or work in the creative industry please read this.

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An advanced copy of ‘20 Mermaids at Bedtime’ has arrived !
But you’ll have to wait till (mer) May for this one ! #scholastic #marksperring @abiluffman.bsky.social

Many congrats Tim & Mark, it looks fabulous! 🌟

Ah brill, thanks for the add Tim! Didn’t see that! And no rush on the mail 😄

Here’s a starter pack for picture book and young fiction book creators in the UK - please ask to be added 😄 go.bsky.app/Eopnbgm

Would love to be added Tim - thanks v much! 😊