| By | Various First Time Authors |
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| ISBN | 9781738507290 |
| Publication Date | 03/21/2025 |
| Price | 6.99 |
Synopsis
Listen Up is a nationwide initiative led by author and Honorary Member of the NSPCC Council, Christina Gabbitas. She has collaborated with various police forces and organisations to conduct engaging writing sessions.
The initiative was inspired by a student from Rosset High in Harrogate, who felt motivated to compose a poem following one of Christina’s presentations in partnership with North Yorkshire Police.
Together, they contribute to a powerful movement aimed at raising awareness and addressing county lines exploitation and assiciated crime.Project part funded by North Yorkshire Police with monies seized from criminals, YMCA Lincolnshire, Dean Coady OBE, and Christina Gabbitas
Authors Biography
The authors in this publication are from all corners of the UK and were invited to write on the topic of county lines exploitation and associated knife crime. The overall winner was Alexandru Cocasilla from the West Midlands, second place went to Beba Stokes from North Yorkshire, and third place was awarded to Grace Lakey from Merseyside. There are forty first-time authors in this publication.
Reviews
DCI lan Hughes – Essex Police
This initiative stands as a shining example of collaboration across counties and regions throughout the UK, uniting efforts to achieve a shared goal. By bringing together diverse communities and resources, this project highlights the power of teamwork in addressing important issues and fostering positive change. It’s inspiring to see how collective action can make a meaningtul impact!
DCI Jon Sygrove – North Yorkshire Police
Having seen the protound impact of County Lines on children firsthand, North Yorkshire Police and I are proud to back Christina’s vital efforts in raising awareness about the risks associated with drug involvement and County Lines.
Pastor Lorraine Jones Burrell, CEO Dwayne Simpson Foundation
Christina’s knowledge and spirit bringing emergency services and youth organisations to work together better is exceptional. Young people deserve to thrive in happiness and flourish through their inspirations. This dynamic competition through creative writing is both rewarding and educationally empowering to all who read. Together we can Make it Stop!
Michael Bradley Musician – The Undertones
These brilliant poems showcase the incredible potential of artistic expression to empower young voices.
Sandra Baah – CATCH 22 charity
Thank you for providing our students with a valuable platform to express themselves. This opportunity allows their voices to be heard.
Tracey Holdsworth, Chief Social Worker NSPCC
Well done to all the entrants and congratulations to everyone involved in this great initiative that really empowers the voice of young people!
I like to go through the entries when a new collection of The People’s Book Prize comes out. This one has caught my eye because the good it can do nationally and worldwide is immense. Well done you all!
Excellent work has always.
DCI lan Hughes – Essex Police
This initiative stands as a shining example of collaboration across counties and regions throughout the UK, uniting efforts to achieve a shared goal. By bringing together diverse communities and resources, this project highlights the power of teamwork in addressing important issues and fostering positive change. It’s inspiring to see how collective action can make a meaningtul impact!
DCI lan Hughes – Essex Police
This initiative stands as a shining example of collaboration across counties and regions throughout the UK, uniting efforts to achieve a shared goal. By bringing together diverse communities and resources, this project highlights the power of teamwork in addressing important issues and fostering positive change. It’s inspiring to see how collective action can make a meaningtul impact!
Pastor Lorraine Jones Burrell, CEO Dwayne Simpson Foundation
Christina’s knowledge and spirit bringing emergency services and youth organisations to work together better is exceptional. Young people deserve to thrive in happiness and flourish through their inspirations. This dynamic competition through creative writing is both rewarding and educationally empowering to all who read. Together we can Make it Stop!
Tracey Holdsworth, Chief Social Worker NSPCC
Well done to all the entrants and congratulations to everyone involved in this great initiative that really empowers the voice of young people!
DCI Jon Sygrove – North Yorkshire Police
Having seen the protound impact of County Lines on children firsthand, North Yorkshire Police and I are proud to back Christina’s vital efforts in raising awareness about the risks associated with drug involvement and County Lines.
What a fantastic and innovative way to raise awareness about such a serious issue. Well done to everyone involved in bringing attention to the impact of knife crime — your efforts could truly help save lives.
Absolutely fantastic, everyone needs a book like this !
absolute fantastic book about issues surrounding us in everyday life that not many people know a lot about
Spread the word.
Indeed an important book that should go viral.
Congratulations to you all. YOU AND YOUR MESSAGE are making life better! THANK YOU.
Well done. You are inspirational.
An innovative way to help spread the message. Keep going