Exclusive: Katie Piper celebrates ‘milestone’ career move as she unveils huge new project

Loose Women star Katie Piper has shared her joy after venturing into children’s books having already been a celebrated author for over ten years

Katie Piper OBE has unveiled her latest project and beamed as she spoke about becoming a children’s author – 13 years after releasing her first book.

Now, the television presenter has proudly unveiled All You Need which she says has been nothing but a joy to write having immersed herself into the journey.

In recent years, Katie, 39, has released a string of memoirs including a self-help book titled Things Get Better: If You Believe Then you Will Survive.

But the star who frequently features on Loose Women admits that her two children, Belle and Penelope have been her harshest critics to date.

Katie Piper has released her debut children's book
Katie Piper has released her debut children’s book 
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The television star is hoping to get more children into reading
The television star is hoping to get more children into reading

Speaking to The Mirror, she said: “This is such a milestone moment for me – after over a decade of writing, I release my first children’s book.

“It’s been such a labour of love, and I feel I’ve really been on a journey with Teeny Mouse the main character in All You Need.

“I loved reading as a child, and it’s my favourite time of day to read to my two girls.”

Katie went on to say: “Belle and Penelope both were the creative directors behind this book, and told me what they loved and didn;t in the first draft – harsh critics!

Katie joked to The Mirror that her daughter's have been her harshest critics
Katie joked to The Mirror that her daughter’s have been her harshest critics 
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“I made the necessary amends, and with the stunning illustrations, it’s released to the world today.

“As most people know, I love positive affirmations and to bring these to a much younger audience feels really special.”

Katie proudly took to her social media earlier today to promote the book, with hundreds of fans rushing to congratulate her.

One penned: “Congratulations honey I’m beyond proud of you.”

“Ordered mine! Can’t wait to read it!!” exclaimed a second.

Katie is passionate about helping children fall in love with reading
Katie is passionate about helping children fall in love with reading 
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ITV)Before a third added: “So excited to read it with my niece!”

The novel is aimed at children aged three to five and follows Teeny Mouse on a fun and exciting yet also nerve-wracking journey.

Katie’s new picture book demonstrates that to have the confidence to be able to try new things, you need courage and a touch of faith.

The star has been an advocate for reading, literacy and books for several years after discovering that literacy amongst six-year-olds across the country has declined in recent years due to the coronavirus pandemic.

It’s currently believed that one in five children across the UK between the ages of five and eight have no access to books at home, with less than half of the children between eight and 18 admitting to enjoying reading.

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