Katya Balen

Katya Balen is a British author known for her children's books, including 'The Space We're In' and 'October, October'. Her work often explores themes of family, friendship, and resilience.

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  1. 1. Letters From The Upside

    Con is a boy struggling with anger and the fallout after his father leaves — his friendships and school life suffer as a result. When his neighbor Mr Williams invites him to help care for a flock of homing pigeons, Con begins to learn responsibility, trust and hope. As he cares for the birds, he starts to imagine they might help him find the connection he’s lost.

    The 13168th Greatest Book of All Time