Anna, 11, will perform her piece that portrays an evocative journey into woodland.

The American singer, 22, said she "loved" bedtime stories herself when she was a child.

The 2024 Bradford Literature Festival had "record ticket sales" after decade of events in the city.

Nine literary festivals, including Cheltenham, have called for extra support after losing funding.

A family spokesperson says the exhibition is "an amazing, iconic and beautiful tribute to Benjamin".

Writer Frank Cottrell-Boyce will champion reading and children's books in the two-year role.

Ruth Hogan says women can "become less visible and have less of a voice, which is ridiculous".

Roy is a Booker Prize-winning author and has written about human rights issues, and war and capitalism.

Lisette Auton says disabled characters in her childhood were often featured in "stories of pity".