Malorie Blackman

Malorie Blackman

Upcoming events with Malorie Blackman

Malorie Blackman: The Power of Stories
A free British Library exhibition celebrating one of the UK’s most popular writers for children and young people, running until 25 February 2024.

BBC 500 Words competition 2023
Entries have now closed with three rounds of judging taking place. 50 finalists will be invited to the grand final next February at Buckingham Palace.

Books by Malorie Blackman

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Malorie Blackman reacts to fan messages

Noughts and Crosses author Malorie Blackman reads your fan messages on camera!

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The cast of Noughts and Crosses answer fan questions

We spoke to Jack Rowan (Callum), Josh Dylan (Jude), and Kiké Brimah (Minerva) about their new BBC series based on the book series by Malorie Blackman.

School resources

Primary school resources

Authorfy
Malorie talks about sensitive storylines, her journey to publication, beating writer's block and more.

BBC Teach
Nigel Clarke finds out about the children's author Malorie Blackman, including how she began her writing career.

BBC Live Lessons, 500 word special
Top authors including Malorie Blackman share advice on story settings, characters and plot in this creative writing Live Lesson.

BBC Live Lesson, World Book Day special
Featuring Malorie Blackman, this programme challenges students to share stories and complete fun reading and writing activities.

Twinkl
Who is Malorie Blackman? Discover the author and her famous books.

Secondary school resources

BBC Maestro masterclass
Literary icon Malorie Blackman shares 30 years of writing expertise over 26 comprehensive lessons and exercises.

Scottish Book Trust
Explore Malorie Blackman’s Noughts & Crosses and its themes of equality, conflict and political activism.