What are the best Scottish children's books?

The shortlisted authors of this year’s Scottish children’s book award list their favourite books about Scotland, from Treasure Island and Peter Pan to Harry Potter

• Find out more about the Scottish children’s book award 2016 shortlist here

When I was about seven, we had a memorable family holiday on Mull – it felt like it rained all the time and I lost Snowy the soft toy seal I’d bought at a gift shop, but it was lovely anyway!

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