Mel Taylor-Bessent is an exciting new children's author, whose debut middle grade novel, The Christmas Carrolls (Farshore) has received rave reviews and is a top 20 children's bestseller. It was also a Blue Peter Book Club selection.

The much anticipated third title The Christmas Club is out now. The Christmas-crazy Carrolls are back – and this time, they’re in New York! With loveable new characters, a mystery surrounding Holly’s mum Snow’s real name, and a new little furry friend, this book is a Christmas cracker! A No 1 Independent Bookshop Children's Bestseller - these books are a Christmas must-have!

Mel Taylor-Bessent is the founder of creative writing workshop company, Little Star Writing, plus the award-winning authorfy.com, which is one of the most-used educational platforms in the UK. With a passion for connecting children to their favourite authors and making writing fun, Mel’s focus on boosting reading and writing for pleasure continues in her new series ‘Race to Imagination Island’. In 2018, Mel was also named as one of The Bookseller's Rising Stars.

Twitter: @MelTBessent