Michael Skyner

13/02/2026

Mr Nobody

I’m a nobody
Nobody knows me
I don’t know you
And you don’t know me
How can I be?
If I don’t know who I don’t know
And who I don’t know doesn’t know me
What a funny fella
I must be

This is a picture of me
But nobody knows I’m here.
michaelskyner.co.uk/books The Monkey's Fart

13/02/2026

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Bursting with imagination but grounded in emotional truth, 'Yolonde and the Magic Silver Slippers' is a unique addition to children’s fiction — one that will appeal to readers young and old alike.
‘Yolonde and the Magic Silver Slippers’ is available now on Amazon. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Yolonde-Silver-Slippers-Michael-Skyner/dp/1835970613

13/02/2026

09/02/2026

Bright, silly poem carousel that welcomes dyslexic and reluctant readers — playful pacing, bold high-contrast type, and whimsical art make reading feel fun and doable for every child. Parents, teachers, and librarians: see real excerpt proof points from Michael Skyner’s work and discover how storytelling about big themes (environment, friendship) keeps reluctant readers engaged. Visit https://michaelskyner.co.uk/books to explore the full carousel and share which slide made you smile. Also download a sample. 📚✨

06/02/2026

Meet Michael Skyner — the storyteller who turned childhood curiosity and a few silly lines into playful, learning-filled books. From backyard experiments to late-night doodles, his relatable journey blends humour with heart. Curious? Explore samples and discover his books at https://www.michaelskyner.co.uk/books 📚✨

30/01/2026

Parents and teachers share real moments: “Age 8 — struggled with words, now asks for another verse!” — Mom of a dyslexic reader. Skyner’s playful cadence, clear vocabulary, and silly rhythms turn reading into laughter and confidence. Read more testimonials and see why reluctant readers light up: https://wix.to/REbWFSe 😊📚

Which moment warmed your heart? Share below!

23/01/2026

Michael Skyner turned a reading challenge into his greatest storytelling strength. As a dyslexic writer of comedy and children’s fantasy, he uses rhythm, humor, and bright characters to make pages feel playful and possible for reluctant readers. Teachers, parents, and caregivers: discover books that celebrate different learners and make reading fun. https://wix.to/mlsU4wo 📚✨

16/01/2026

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A NEW GENRE IS CREATED
Years ago, more than I care to remember, I wrote the Monkey's Fart. Originally, it was to be entitled The Funky Monkey. But my daughter persuaded me to change it to The Monkey's Fart after the eponymously named poem. I was somewhat doubtful, as inevitably there would be at least one harridan (are we allowed to say that word these days?) at book fairs who would stick their nose up in the air imperiously and inform me that they would never allow their grandchild to read such rubbish, much to the child's dismay. The MF remains my best seller. (What do you mean? Two copies still count.). Before I changed the title, I searched to see how many titles there were called the Monkey's Fart. I found one. The Monkey's Fart: A Guide to Knitting and Crochet, go figure. A quick search today revealed no less than twenty MF and other fart books. Thus, I can claim to have created a whole new genre. But I suppose the accolade should really go to the author of Knitting and Crochet.

14/01/2026

Parents and educators — we want to hear from you! Share a brief story about a time humor or an unusual poem helped a child fall in love with reading. We’ll feature select responses in a roundup on our site with Michael’s perspective and resources. Leave your story below and visit https://wix.to/H8z3vB2 to learn more. 📚✨

13/01/2026

I write for kids who avoid books — and I want teachers and parents to know why small choices matter. I use wider fonts, generous line spacing, and playful word shapes so text feels friendlier, not foe. Tip 1: try spacing lines at 1.5 and increase letter spacing slightly to reduce crowding. Tip 2: break paragraphs into short, two- or three-sentence chunks and add a single playful word or shape to signal a pause. These tweaks help reluctant or dyslexic readers stay with the story. . Call to action: visit the link to explore practical guides and classroom-ready tools.