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Lucy Cuthew is a Lecturer at Bath Spa University's School of Writing, Publishing and the Humanities. With an MA in Writing for Young People and an MPhil in Children's Literature, she teaches creative writing and specializes in experimental forms of young adult literature.
Academic Qualifications:
- MA in Writing for Young People, Bath Spa University
- MPhil in Children's Literature, University of Birmingham
- BA (Hons) in English
Research Focus: She explores innovative approaches to writing for young adults, particularly verse novels, taboo subjects, and comparative analysis of fantasy literature like C.S. Lewis' Narnia and Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials.
Publications: Her debut novel Blood Moon (2020) received critical acclaim, including a CILIP Carnegie Medal nomination. She also contributes to academic discourse through practice-led research in Leaf Journal and publications analyzing editorial processes.
Awards:
- Shortlisted for Kim Scott Walwyn Prize
- Winner of 2021 Amazing Book Awards
- Shortlisted for Bath Children's Novel Award (2019)
Professional Activities: Cuthew serves as Managing Editor of Leaf Journal, represents children's publishing expertise on BBC Radio Wales, and speaks at schools about poetry and writing.
