Photo Gallery – The Black Hat collection

Sightings of Frances, invariably hatted, at various publicity occasions and events.

The Hat – The author and her famous hat, in their preferred pose.

Hard Contrasts – Frances Hardinge and her Harper Collins editor Michael Stearns in Denver.

Capering – Frances' hat imbues her with the ability to float Matrix-style through the air.

The Branford Boase Award – Frances Hardinge wins the Branford Boase award.