Eve Ainsworth

  • 5 stars across 26 books
Eve Ainsworth is an award-winning teen author and experienced school speaker, with a background working for secondary schools in pastoral and child protection roles. She is the author of several best-selling novels including the award-winning and Carnegie Medal nominated 7 Days.
3rd September 2020

Kicking Off: Dick, Kerr Girls

The remarkable story of the Dick, Kerr Ladies is brought to young readers for the very first time by award winning and C... MoreKicking Off: Dick, Kerr Girls

(23 reviews) Review
1st June 2023

Finding Her Feet

A shy but talented footballer navigates challenging friendships and anxiety at school in this touching tale... MoreFinding Her Feet

(14 reviews) Review
4th July 2024

Back of the Net

Facing up to fears of bullying, Eva finds the courage to take to the field in this heartwarming tale from a... MoreBack of the Net

(11 reviews) Review
5th June 2025

Seeing Red

Battling problems at home, Amelia risks her spot on the football squad when she lashes out at her teammates... MoreSeeing Red

(11 reviews) Review
10th November 2022

Gamechangers: The Story of Women’s Football

From the beginnings of the women's game, the sexist ban that lasted 50 years, to its glorious rise again and brilliant f... MoreGamechangers: The Story of Women’s Football

(10 reviews) Review
12th March 2026

Keeping Possession

Talented defender Eboni navigates balancing new friendships with her passion for football in this sensitive... MoreKeeping Possession

(6 reviews) Review
1st July 2021

Know My Place

A teenager’s longing for family and a place to call home is poignantly portrayed in this heartfelt and ulti... MoreKnow My Place

(3 reviews) Review
3rd March 2016

Crush

Love hurts ...but should it hurt this much? Reeling from her mum's sudden departure, Anna finds the comfort she needs in... MoreCrush

(2 reviews) Review
6th June 2019

Lost

When Alfie Turner loses his mum, it feels like his world is falling apart. She was the glue that ... MoreLost

(2 reviews) Review
6th August 2020

Just Another Little Lie

Award-winning author Eve Ainsworth returns with a stark, honest and deeply moving novella exploring the dif... MoreJust Another Little Lie

(2 reviews) Review
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  • Keeping Possession

    Keeping Possession

    I really enjoyed this book.  I am a big Women's football fan and I found this story very interesting.   Eboni and the Lightmoor Lionesses' matches are...

  • Seeing Red

    Seeing Red

    A good representation of real issues young people may face. Talks about difficult emotions.  Book is a great length of reading. ...

  • Keeping Possession

    Keeping Possession

    by AgentX

    I'm a big fan of ladies football and I really enjoyed this series of books from Eve Ainsworth about the Lightmoor Lionesses. I also like how they are ...