Crossing the Line is a verse novel for teens, based on the true story of a boy caught up in county lines exploitation. (Hot Key Books, 2023)
‘This is an outstanding and important novel that should be widely read by parents and teachers as well as by the young people who will find it gripping, relatable, authentic and unputdownable’ - LoveReading4Kids
‘A life-saving book’ - UKLA judging panel.
An ‘involving and important debut' - The Times
Tia Fisher.
Writer for children, teens and young adults.
AWARDS FOR CROSSING THE LINE:
THE YOTO CARNEGIE SHADOWERS’ CHOICE, 2024
WINNER 11 - 14+ CATEGORY, UKLA AWARDS 2024
In the 2024 #ReadForEmpathy collection
The Times Children’s Book of the Week
Winner:
'Rapid Read' Coventry Inspiration Book Awards 2024
Dudley Teen Award 2024
Runner-up:
Cheshire Schools Award 2024
Shortlisted for:
Rugby School Temple Reading Room Book Award
Iris International Schools Awards 2025 Middle School prize
North East Teen Book Awards 2024
North Herts Schools Book Award 2024
Wandsworth Schools Fabulous Book Award 2024
The Southern Schools Book Awards 2024
The Lewisham Book Award 2024
Bristol Teen Book Awards 2023
Longlisted for:
The Branford Boase Award
The Amazing Book Awards 2024
Warwickshire Teen Book Awards 2023