I feel the city let us down by not informing us. I don't think the tower should be put over here. It should be in a commercial area.

I had to cope with her right from when I was little, I looked after her and you.

These awards provide an opportunity for children to thank the adults that have had a positive impact on their life.

Winning the Guardian prize is a wonderful reward for any writer. It is such a distinguished award, ... All authors want to know what other authors think of their books and they also like to know what children like, too.

While some of my other books have sold more widely, Midnight seems to be the most passionately loved. There's something about its secret, rather dark fairy world that appeals very strongly.

I particularly like the fact that there is no set list of books. Whatever books children choose counts towards their tally for rewards. It's all about reading for pleasure.