Elizabeth Laird

About The Author

Elizabeth Laird is an award-winning writer, six times shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal. She is known internationally for her powerful novels that explore important social and geo-political issues for young readers. Her bestselling novels include Kiss the Dust, The Garbage King, A Little Piece of Ground and Oranges in No Man’s Land among many others. She lives in London and Edinburgh.

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Books by Elizabeth Laird

Folktales for a Better World

Stories of Peace and Kindness

By Elizabeth Laird

Illustrated by Mehrdokht Amini

Anne Izard Storytellers’ Choice Award

Seven stories celebrating peace, kindness, and forgiveness from seven countries that have all suffered from wars and conflicts in recent times told by an award-winning author.

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