Sarah Siggs
Children’s Author
I am the author of the children’s books MUD BOY (2019), published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers, and Hug Words (2026), published by Sunskript Press.
As a former SEND teacher, my writing centres on inclusion, resilience and emotional wellbeing.
Alongside writing for children, I also writes poetry for adults.
My Books
MUD BOY
Written by Sarah Siggs
Illustrated by Amy Crosby
MUD BOY helps children understand bullying and the impact words and actions can have on others. Through a powerful story and thoughtful discussion notes, it supports children, teachers and parents to talk openly about kindness, empathy and standing up for others.
HUG WORDS
Written by Sarah Siggs
Illustrated by Corrina Holyoake
Hug Words is a story about self-compassion and the words we carry inside ourselves. Inspired by the Five Ways to Wellbeing, it encourages children to speak kindly to themselves.
Helping children talk about the things that are often hardest to say.
Sarah’s stories draw on years of experience supporting children and families as a SEND teacher.
- Kindness
- Inclusion
- Emotional wellbeing
- Resilience
Ages 5–11
Why These Books Matter
Sarah’s stories explore friendship, kindness and the power of words — helping children talk about the things that are often hardest to say.
About Sarah
Sarah Siggs is a children’s author and former SEND teacher.
Her work focuses on inclusion, resilience and emotional wellbeing, drawing on many years supporting children and families.
For Schools & Educators
Books That Make a Difference
Sarah’s books support conversations about bullying, empathy and self-kindness.
- classroom readings
- wellbeing sessions
- library events
- author visits
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