Laura Jarratt is a Carnegie Medal and Waterstone's Children's Book Prize nominated author. She lives in rural Cheshire with her husband and their two children. She is a Headteacher at a special needs school and has written four YA books to date. MOTHER is her debut adult novel and was sold at auction to Trapeze.

Awards

·        Skin Deepwas shortlisted in the Teen category for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize

·        Skin Deepwas shortlisted in the Young Adult Romantic Novel category for the Romantic Novel of the Year Awards

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‘I loved it and I can’t stop raving about it.’ Guardian onSkin Deep

‘Jarratt’s lyrical descriptions of Wales complement the propulsive plot, which culminates in an explosive confrontation. Heartfelt, thrilling, and emotionally complex, this is the author’s best work yet.’ Publishers WeeklyonWithout Saying Goodbye

'Jarratt's ambitious novel tackles contemporary issues of sexism, internet bullying and political radicalisation using Raffi's speechless perspective to eloquently articulate the vital importance of belonging.' Daily Mail

·        By Any Other Namewas nominated for the CILIP Carnegie Medal

·        By Any Other Namewas named as a Book of the Year by Lovereading4kids.co.uk

·        By Any Other Namewas longlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize

Select Praise for Laura Jarratt

‘I loved it and I can’t stop raving about it.’ Guardian 

‘Heartfelt, thrilling, and emotionally complex.’ Publishers Weekly

'A stunning, heart-stopping novel.' lovereading4kids.co.uk

'Captivating.'thebookbag.co.uk