How dark is too dark in children's books?

Discussion: The row about what is and isn't deemed acceptable in children's literature has been running for years from Where the Wild Things Are to Kevin Brooks' The Bunker Diary. Teen author Rebecca Westcott argues that children should self-police the books they read. Do you agree? Have you ever read anything you wish you hadn't? Share your views by emailing childrens.books@theguardian.com Continue reading...