Candy Jar Books

21/08/2026

Our Summer Sale is Nearly Over! Launching Selwyn at our Cardiff Bay event. And much more! - https://mailchi.mp/4b8c38cdaf10/summersaleends

20/08/2026

August is looking pretty busy! ☀️📚

Have a scroll to see what's coming up over the next few weeks...

🦹‍♂️ Tomorrow, Friday 21st August, Chris McGuire Kids’ Author will be at Exmouth Library for a special Meet the Author event! Come along to meet Chris, find out if you could be a super-crook, and discover more about his books. Best of all, it’s completely FREE! 🎉

🍬 Then, from 29th–31st August, it’s time for Candy Jar’s annual pop-up shop at Roald Dahl Plass in Cardiff Bay! Come along to meet and greet some of our wonderful Candy Jar authors, browse the books and even get some signed. We’d love to see you there!

✍️ And looking ahead to September, we’ve got a fantastic event for aspiring children’s writers. On 10th September, join us at Exeter.Library for 3 Writers, 3 Approaches — a chance to hear from three writers about their different approaches to writing for children. If you’ve ever dreamed of becoming a children’s writer, this one is for you!

We hope to see some of you at our events over the next few weeks! ❤️📚

08/08/2026

https://www.candy-jar-store.co.uk/product/100-objects-of-90s-childrens-tv

Did you spend your days glued to Live & Kicking, The Demon Headmaster, Woof!, Art Attack, and so many more?

Then prepare for the ultimate trip back to one of the greatest decades of children's television.

100 Objects of '90s Children's TV celebrates the shows, props, toys and unforgettable moments that defined a generation over 450 pages!

Packed with behind-the-scenes stories, exclusive contributions from the people who made the programmes, and enough nostalgia to transport you straight back to the living room floor.

30/07/2026

https://mailchi.mp/ec7e39add4ed/100objectsof90schildrenstv 100 Objects of '90s Children's TV and Other News.

28/07/2026

Still smiling after such a lovely day yesterday 💛

A big thank you to everyone who joined us for storytime with author and illustrator (and amazing crocheter) Christine Chambers. It was lovely meeting you all ☺️

A special thank you to Christine Chambers Author and Illustrator and The Meadows Wildlife Park for making the event so special 🫶🏻

If you've never visited The Meadows Wildlife Park, this summer is the perfect time. They've got lots happening over the holidays and it's such a lovely place to spend the day with family!

Thank you again to everyone who came along and made the day so memorable 🥰

If you wanted to find out more about Christine's creations and upcoming events please do give her a follow 💕

23/07/2026

As July comes to a close, we just wanted to say a huge thank you to the Books Council of Wales for choosing The Killer Underpants as their English-language Book of the Month 💛

We're so grateful for their continued support, and it's been wonderful to see the book championed throughout the month.

If you haven't picked up your copy yet, there's still time! Please support one of the fantastic independent Welsh bookshops taking part in Book of the Month. Every purchase makes a difference and helps keep our brilliant local bookshops thriving.

Thank you to all the booksellers, readers, and the Books Council of Wales for making July such a special month.

21/07/2026

C.P. Davies is talking about her new book tomorrow at 6.30PM. We'd love to see you there if you're free 😃

Big thanks to Carmarthen Waterstones for hosting this☺️

We are thrilled to announce an event with Christine Davies.
She will be giving us a talk on her new book 'Gracelands.'
Join us on Wednesday 22nd July at 6:30pm. Give us a ring or pop in to let us know you're coming and reserve a free seat.