Children’s Books North aims to connect published children’s authors, illustrators and publishing professionals living in the NW, NE, Yorkshire and Scotland. The network seeks to promote our members' work, new books and events. Additionally, CBN is keen to bring focus on the importance of regional diversity in children’s books and the industry. CBN was co-founded by Tilda Johnson, Emma Layfield and Liz Scott in 2020. The network is now led by Emma Layfield and Rebecca Mortimer.