Hannah is currently working as an Advisor for the Schools Library Service in Warwickshire. This is a broad role and within it she helps to organise regional book awards, facilitate regional training events and works alongside staff, in both primary and secondary schools, to develop their libraries and curriculum resources. Her previous role as a secondary school librarian helped her to cement a vision about what a library can be, underpinned by the promotion of a love of literature and stimulating reading for pleasure.

Hannah has also managed a busy children’s department at Waterstones, which allowed her to gain a real knowledge of what, how and why children read.

Over the past two years, Hannah has been using her expertise as a judge for one of the country's most prestigious awards, the Carnegie and Kate Greenaway Book Awards. She also works as a freelance children's illustrator and this has fed into her work with young people, helping to create calm and dynamic learning environments for all.

Why did you get involved in Oxford BookMatch? I hope to use my experience in a way that will encourage teachers to share some fantastic books and teaching ideas with their classes.