Writer Frank Cottrell-Boyce says he's "so proud" to champion reading and children's books in the role.

The children’s author and screenwriter, who takes over from Joseph Coelho, pledged to address ‘invisible privilege and inequality’

Having sold more than 56 million books to youngsters, the comedian is concerned about “sanitising” children’s classics.

Having sold more than 56 million books to youngsters, the comedian is concerned about “sanitising” children’s classics.

This month’s picks include a Starlight Express intro for kids, a rollicking wedding play at the National and an explosive hour of dance

This month’s picks include a Starlight Express intro for kids, a rollicking wedding play at the National and an explosive hour of dance

The professor, who kept his reading difficulties a secret for years, supports Victoria’s move to structured phonics in classrooms.

Brendan Boyce is a veteran of several Games, but his quiet determination and enthusiasm remain undimmed

This month’s picks include a superhero adventure, a dark fantasy tale and films based on beloved television series.

A tender-hearted knight; a malodorous mutt; a very mean goose; the last dragon on earth; enemies-to-lovers romance and more