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HarperCollins Children’s Books signs three new novels by Philippa Leathley

Posted on 15th January, 2026

Philippa Leathley

HarperCollins Children’s Books has acquired ‘the epic final book in the magical Inkbound trilogy’ alongside two books for a new series from Philippa Leathley – The Starsea Mysteries.

The first book in the Inkbound series was chosen as a Children’s Book of the Week by The Times and shortlisted for the James Reckitt Hull Children’s Book Award. You can be sure that the magic will continue in The Starsea Mysteries, publishing in 2028.

Read the full story here: https://www.bookbrunch.co.uk/page/article-detail/harpercollins-childrens-books-signs-three-new-novels-by-philippa-leathley/