Becoming Children’s Laureate is a huge honour and big responsibility, and when I found out I might be in the running for the position I was thrilled. The role is given out every two years to celebrate a writer’s achievements, and for the Laureate to engage kids in the joy of reading.
I was told to expect a phone call informing me whether or not I’d been awarded the position. So, when i finally received the call to answer it, forgetting I’d just left the dentist with a mouthful of Novocaine.
この記事は WOMAN'S WEEKLY の October 29, 2019 版に掲載されています。
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この記事は WOMAN'S WEEKLY の October 29, 2019 版に掲載されています。
7 日間の Magzter GOLD 無料トライアルを開始して、何千もの厳選されたプレミアム ストーリー、8,500 以上の雑誌や新聞にアクセスしてください。
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