Every year, thousands of writers finish manuscripts they’ve spent months — sometimes years — creating. These aren’t just documents. They’re ideas, memories, imagination, and persistence bound together in words. And then comes the question no one prepares you for: What do I do with it now? For most new authors, the instinct is automatic — […]
With the UK government announcing the National Year of Reading 2026, alongside renewed Department for Education initiatives and parliamentary inquiries into reading for pleasure, children’s literacy has at long last returned to the national agenda. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has urged families to prioritise reading at home, while national campaigns led by the National Literacy […]
A Neurodivergent-Friendly Approach to Children’s Storytelling & Learning** When Louise first began writing in 2007, she had no idea where the journey would lead — or how Tawny Owl Wood Children’s Books would grow into the inclusive, neurodivergent-affirming brand it is today. Fast-forward to 2021. With gentle encouragement from her partner, Louise stepped into writing […]
The Unexpected Guest: How Our Chapter Book Connected with Veterans at a Blesma Charity Event Community, Courage, and Kindness: Tawny Owl Wood at the Blesma Charity Event There are moments in life where the world seems to pause and remind us of what truly matters. For us at Tawny Owl Wood, one such moment came […]
7 Days in John Lewis: What a Week in Retail Taught Us About People, Passion & Purpose A Week at John Lewis – What We Learned Spending a week in John Lewis with our books and brand was a whirlwind of activity, connection, and unexpected lessons. It wasn’t just about setting up a table and […]
From a Chance Encounter to a Magical Story: The Real-Life Inspiration Behind The Unexpected Guest At Tawny Owl Wood, our mission goes beyond storytelling. At the heart of every book is a deeper purpose: to gently bridge the gap in those tricky, hard-to-navigate conversations. The ones we all want to have with our children, but […]
It’s a well-known fact that story telling has the power to shape how children see themselves and the world around them. From birth until the age of seven, children’s brains are at their highest absorbent state, consciously and subconsciously, whether we as parents see it or not. That’s why getting the right messages instilled in […]
Look what we achieved in 2024! Looking back on 2024, we couldn’t be more proud of how the year has unfolded. We’ve reached some incredible milestones that set us up for a strong start in 2025. Not only have we published nine books, but we’ve also sold 1,000 copies—a remarkable achievement for any business in […]
Hedgehogs have declined by 40%. Why we love them, and how can we help them thrive in Sussex Hedgehogs hold a special place in our hearts for several reasons: 1. Adorable Appearance Their round bodies, tiny legs, button-like noses, and spiny coats make them irresistibly cute. They often evoke a sense of wonder and affection in […]
When I think back to my childhood and the core memories my grandmother instilled in me, I could never have imagined they would lead me to where I am today. Yet, here I am—one year on since launching Tawny Owl Wood, my dream brought to life, and it’s all thanks to Betty and Peter, my […]
