Lyn Hopson is School Librarian at Don Valley School and Performing Arts College in Doncaster.  She was largely responsible for the setting up and organisation of the Doncaster Children's Book Award and acted as Chair for the first two years. The project aims to raise the profile of literacy and reading, promote social interaction between children of different ages from all over Doncaster and create a positive image of our young people. Lynn has helped many children to understand the joy or reading.

Many of Doncaster's schools are now involved in the scheme and well-known children's authors have come to Doncaster to meet with young people and engage in a lively debate about their books.

In recognition of this work, Lyn has been awarded the Children and Young People's Champion award in the Doncaster Discover the Spirit Awards.

When presenting the awards, Doncaster Mayor Martin Winter said. ‘The Doncaster Discover the Spirit Awards are important because they recognise our unsung heroes who make such a positive difference to all of us. All the winners and finalists have contributed to Doncaster and they are people to be proud of.  I give my thanks to each and every one of them. They continue to make Doncaster an enjoyable place to live and work, benefiting us all.'