Malorie Blackman: Noughts & Crosses at 25

Celebrate the legacy of this bestselling YA novel with reflections from the author alongside readings and commentary from a line-up of special guests. Voted as one of the UK’s best-loved books, Malorie Blackman’s Noughts & Crosses is one of the most iconic, celebrated and groundbreaking young adult stories ever to have been published, and has sold 1.2 million copies. Blackman has written over 70 books for children and young adults, many of which have been adapted for stage and television. In 2008 she received an OBE for her services to children’s literature, and between 2013 and 2015 she was the Children’s Laureate. She is an official ambassador of the UK’s National Year of Reading campaign. Presented in association with the Service95 Book Club. Founded by Dua Lipa, the Service95 Book Club is a space to enjoy all things literary, including Dua’s hand-picked Monthly Reads and her exclusive author interviews, plus new book trends, recommendations from the Service95 team and more ways for you to read the world differently.