A special edition of the latest wonderful book by Waterstones Children’s Laureate Frank Cottrell-Boyce is being released today to raise money for BookTrust.
Exclusive edition of Frank Cottrell-Boyce book The Blockbusters to raise money for BookTrust
26 February 2026
Waterstones and Macmillan will donate money for every copy of the exclusive edition that is sold.
Waterstones and Macmillan Children’s Books have generously agreed to each donate 50p to BookTrust for every copy of the Waterstones exclusive edition sold.
Lizzie Catford, Director of Children’s Books at BookTrust, said: “We’re hugely grateful to Waterstones, Macmillan Children’s Books and Frank for supporting us in this way.
Each special edition of the book sold will help us achieve our mission of ensuring all children have access to the transformative power of reading and all the long-term advantages it brings.
Lizzie Catford, Director of Children’s Books, BookTrust
The Blockbusters! tells the story of Rafa, whose likeness to a famous movie star gives him VIP access to all areas of a movie set.
When his big brother goes missing, it’s up to Rafa to keep acting the part of a movie star so he can find him.
Launching the edition on Instagram, Frank said:
Get a special edition of The Blockbusters! and you will laugh, you will cry, but more importantly you’ll be helping BookTrust make the world a better place.
Frank Cottrell-Boyce, Waterstones Children’s Laureate
