Children's Publishing Booms, But Harder Than Ever to Reach Young Readers

Sales of children's books are at an all-time high, yet it is harder for publishers to reach young readers, says the owner of a literary agency that represents more than 200 children's illustrators and writers.

Vicki Willden-Lebrecht, founder of London-based The Bright Group, said funding cuts at schools and libraries has meant there are fewer books than ever on display, making it harder to reach families that do not normally buy books.

"The saddest thing is often there isn't a showroom for books