Jake Hope is a reading development and children's book
consultant with a keen interest in librarianship, visual literacy, diversity and
children's books. Named as one of top ten librarians of
the future in the United Kingdom's 'Love Libraries Campaign', he has been a
regular reviewer and commentator on children's books for numerous publications
and websites, including leading children's book journal 'Books for Keeps' and
the UK's trade magazine 'The Bookseller.' As Reading and Learning Development
Manager for Lancashire County Council, he designed and delivered a year-long
promotion of visual literacy as well as the 'Lancashire Reading Trail', an
illustrated scheme aimed at encouraging children to read while fostering an
awareness of local geography and culture. He has judged numerous book awards,
including the CILIP Carnegie and Kate Greenaway Medals, for whom he now Chairs
the Working Party.