As the fifth Emily Brown book is published, Neal Layton reveals his favourite Christmas stories and why he loves collaborating with Cressida Cowell
The best new Christmas books for children 2018
We pick our favourite Christmas books for children that have been released this year
Britain’s best illustrators pay homage to The Snowman at 40
Quentin Blake and Shirley Hughes are among those who have contributed their own versions of Raymond Briggs's character to an exhibition and charity auction
16 of the best first Christmas books for babies and toddlers
These festive stories will engage babies and toddlers - and make perfect stocking fillers or gifts
What we’re reading: Pick a Pine Tree by Patricia Toht and Jarvis
This tale about the magical tradition of decorating a tree is sure to be a future Christmas classic