Liven up your schooltime or library with an event with a Piccadilly author!
'It's fantastic to see how visits from authors can have a powerful effect upon young people and how they think about books and stories. Once they have made a connection with a book and its writer there is obviously a greater enjoyment of their reading experience. ' – Julie Hird, Rotherham Library
Please call our Publicity department for more information or to book on 020 7729 6359 or
email: books@piccadillypress.co.uk
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Tracy runs very popular school workshops that can be adapted according to need. Her focus is on showing how fun creative writing can be, and features a very special, intriguing box of props!
Click here to see Tracy's current events.
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Ever fancied writing your own mystery? Ever wondered how to set up an intriguing puzzle for a reader to solve? Simon Cheshire shows you how in his popular Crime Writing workshop, guiding you through writing a story of your very own.
Simon is also planning a book tour for June 2010, so get in touch if you would like him to visit your school, library or bookshop.
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The Spellbound Hotel draws the reader into a fantastic world, and Tom will captivate audiences talking about writing, and giving advice on creating new worlds in writing. A baker by day, his events sometimes feature cakes too!
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Ciaran is an experienced workshop leader and storyteller, and uses improvised comedy techniques to make his workshops fun, interactive affairs which get children up on their feet and the room filled with laughter and creativity.
He's happy to come up with new ideas or do a session on How to Come Up With a Story - the Fun Way!, How to Write a Story, or a Dinopants Q&A.
Click here for more information.
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Jane's script-writing background and television and theatre experience means her books are action-packed and fast paced. She is a friendly and brilliant speaker and will liven up any event.
She is happy to talk about her experience in script-writing and television directing, as well as book writing, do readings, signings and can also offer a workshop on how to find a story to write and build it up with real punch!
"Jane's visit to us at Langley Park Boys' School was an unqualified success. Our boys were inspired not only by readings from the excellent Hattori Hachi novel but by Jane's passion for writing and creativity. The library was buzzing with excitement and English classes have been energised and enthused ever since the visit.
The Sixth Form Creative Writing Club were immensely grateful for Jane's practical advice and motivating words. I would recommend a visit to any school looking to enliven their English students."
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A teacher herself, Lynda knows how to engage a school class! She has put together a fun workshop featuring creative writing and dance, suitable for KS1 and KS2 levels. |
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Sheridan Winn is an experienced speaker who will enthrall audiences of all ages. Her school talks are fun and well-received, featuring readings, inspiring stories and tips on how to write.
Click here to see Sheridan's current events.
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Author Events
(For public events, please contact the venue for further details)
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March 4th |
Writing workshop and signing |
St John's School, Sidmouth |
| March 10th |
Writing workshop and signing |
Finton House School, London |
March 10th |
Reading and Q&A session |
London YLG |
March 29th
March 31st |
School writing workshop |
Elmlea Junior School, Westbury-On-Trym |
10/11th April |
Celebrations – a performance for young people
(Tracy is one of the writers.) |
Create Centre,
Hotwells, Bristol |
20th April |
Hull Children's Book Award
(Jonno Joins shortlisted) |
Hull Central Library |
25th April |
Narrator |
Bristol Children's Concert,
St Alban's Hall |
11th May |
Heart of Hawick Children's Book Award
(Jonno Joins shortlisted) |
tbc |
4th June |
Workshop and reading |
Flitwick Library
Bedford Central Library |
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5th March |
School workshop sessions |
Bolsover C of E School |
12thMarch |
Nursery/ Pre-school event |
Next Generation, Shirebrook |
23rd March |
Q&A and Book Signing |
Shirebrook Adult Education Centre |
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4 March |
World Book Day
Detective Event |
WHSmith, Union Street, Birmingham |
8 March |
Book Week Events |
Weybridge Library |
9 March |
Book Week Events |
Dittons Library |
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10 March |
London YLG Meeting |
Cental London, tbc |
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Tom Eglington |
10th March |
Reading and Q&A session |
London YLG |
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Hilary Freeman |
10th March |
Reading and Q&A session |
London YLG |
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24th March |
Warwickshire Book Award
(Life, Interrupted
on shortlist) |
Warwick School’s
Bridge House Theatre |
May 25th |
Leeds Book Award
(Life, Interrupted
on shortlist) |
Leeds Civic Hall |
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25th Feb |
Book Launch and signing |
South Audley Street Library,
Mayfair |
4th March |
World Book Day event |
Waterstones,
Walthamstow, E17 |
10th March |
Reading and Q&A session |
London YLG |
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24th Feb |
Writing workshop and signing |
Big Green Bookshop,
London, N22 |
1st March |
Workshop and reading |
Surbiton Boys School |
2nd March |
Workshop and reading |
Surbiton Girls School |
4th March |
Workshop and reading |
Elmhurst Boys School |
25th March |
Writing competition |
Lea Valley Primary School |
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31st March |
Higher Education Talk |
South Wilts Grammar School for Girls, Salisbury |
6th May |
Portsmouth Book Awards
(Revenge of Praying Mantis shortlisted) |
tbc |
May |
Creative writing session |
Harnman Junior School, Salisbury |
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12th June |
Little Rex event |
Narbeth Festival, Pembrokeshire |
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Lynda Waterhouse |
May |
WriteAway |
tbc |
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24th March |
Launch Party for New Magic |
The Book Hive, Norwich |
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