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Multiple award-winning author of fantasy, ghost stories and animal stories. Inspirational talks and workshops.

James Fynch doesn't believe in magic, but his discovery of a coexisting world changes his destiny. The barrier between worlds hasn't been broken for centuries, but with dark powers rising, it is more fragile than ever before. In this magical world, James becomes bound to a quest for the firestone, one of four mythical crystals able to destroy the rising darkness. Although James doesn't believe in magic, he must find the firestone or else both worlds may fall...

Author of the smash-hit Jamie Johnson series, Dan talks about how his experiences in football have inspired the much-loved books and BBC TV drama.

The short author who tells tall tales, and helps others tell them, too!

children's and YA author and poet

Inspiring the next generation of writers

DREAM HUNTERS is the first in a series of books set in a fantasy, reimagined India where dreams can be captured and bottled, young Mimi Malou must go on a quest to save the king and rescue her parents. Twelve-year-old Mimi lives with her Aunt Moyna in a centuries-old Citadel where she studies the ancient practice of making, capturing and recycling dreams. The Citadel was once run by Mimi’s parents who have been imprisoned by the king, accused of treason. When Mimi spies a royal visitor, she uncovers a plot to transform the Citadel from a place of gentle, healing dream craft to one of creating nightmares in order to poison the king. With only her dream creature, Lalu, and her best friend Rafi by her side, Mimi must escape the Citadel and begin a perilous journey across India. There are few people she can trust, but saving the life of the king is in Mimi’s hands alone…

An awesome, inspirational, motivational, enthralling, engaging, fun- filled, author visit

Author & playwright. Inspiring reluctant readers & writers. "The room was buzzing. Daniel really has the knack of firing children's imaginations." AVAILABILITY FOR WORLD BOOK WEEK 2025.

Professional footballer turned author and ghostwriter to some of the world's biggest stars.

I was so lucky to be asked by a collection of Waterstones branches for a collection of book-signings which were such delightful affairs. Children and parents meeting me? What more could one ask for of a Saturday? I visit prep and state schools regularly to encourage, to entertain and to help instil a sense of fun and magic into the lives of children. A live talk with a person is far more intriguing than wondering if what if? - if you are an inspiring author? Books entertain and teach and guide and create a familiarity and a resonance between the words and the reader. I've also lectured from an author stance to the WI. And only two of them fell asleep.

Popular author of children's history and scifi for YA, with 10 years teaching experience, runs fun interactive school workshops.

I run ‘inspiring’ and ‘fantastic’ creative writing workshops and school author visits. I work with children in Key Stages 2, 3 and 4, and on to further education and universities along with creative writing workshops for adults, and I am available for after-dinner speaking, coaching and ghost-writing.

Multi-award winning author for all ages from picture books to YA. Extensive experience of giving school talks and writing workshops.

Children's and Teen Book Author based in North London

Author of YA dystopian fiction and adult historical mystery.

Author for children and teenagers, inspiring self-expression through three decades empowering reluctant and passionate young storytellers alike.

As a Scout Leader I wrote and produced 5 Gang Shows before deciding to beome an author. After my firt two books were published I started my own publishing company, Authors Reach Ltd, and reissued my books under that brand. I now have 9 successful authors. I will continue to write The Temporal Detective Agency books as long as I can think of plots and my characters have fun!

I believe that everyone should see themselves reflected in books. I've written for all ages from fantasy to romance.

My debut novel, 'The Witcher Keys', is a substantial, stand-alone, coming of age/fantasy adventure story which soon became a crossover title appealing to anyone over 11 and long listed for the Rubery International Book Award. Inspired by previously untold but true events of 2003 involving elves and goblins (elementals), an enthralling and thought-provoking tale with Amazon reviews at 4.6/5.0, sure to captivate and inspire!

Action and imagination is magic!

I love running creative writing workshops for children and adults alike. In particular, for KS2, KS3 & KS4, I have a range of fun-filled, activity based workshops and high energy, interactive talks that get children thinking and experimenting with storytelling. I am also experienced in running workshops for adults especially, who are in the early stages of their writing.

Award-winning children's author of funny books and mystery adventures! I love to meet young readers and offer exciting, entertaining & inspiring in-person and virtual school visits. As an ex-flight attendant, I'm happy to travel far and wide to share my love of reading and writing - and maybe some tales of my life in the sky!

Children's author and finance workshop facilitator combining teaching money management, engaging storytelling, and technology to empower the next generation.

Creator of Shadow Runners. Also Doctor Who author, writer for children and adults, experienced workshop leader. Talks, workshops, and visits.

Amazon Bestselling Middle Grade Author & Illustrator from the borders of North Wales with over 6,500 ratings on Goodreads. I absolutely LOVE visiting primary schools, running KS2 illustration workshops, and delivering fun and inspiring whole school assemblies. Click on my smiley face to see how I can bring reading, writing and drawing to life in your school.

Experienced teacher and author of epic fantasy and children's chapter books, Matt Beighton delivers tailored topic and literacy-based workshops for all; from getting started with ideas to stretching more-able writers.

Author of young adult fiction across many genres, from the Norse myth-inspired school story The Otherlife to a retelling of the tumultuous teenage years of Ada Lovelace in I, Ada. An ex-teacher, I am very experienced in delivering varied and engaging talks and workshops. Nominated for the Carnegie medal three times. “You are certainly one of the absolute top YA authors we have hosted since I started working here. You really engaged the pupils, and a plethora of teachers have commented to me on how much they enjoyed the talks as well.” Ibstock Place School

Award-winning author from Essex with a passion for nature, animals, and the Earth. Most known for the bestselling fantasy fiction trilogy Earthlings, a dystopian adventure for lovers of climate fiction and magical realism, that has been praised as 'genre-defying', 'a modern day Enid Blyton' and 'the Narnia of our time'. If you'd like to help students find their inner magick (yes magick with a 'K'!) Ray is the author for you.

Comic creator, Author and Illustrator, with over five years experience at running workshops in making comics and graphic novels, at over over 120 venues including schools, colleges, museums, hospitals and libraries. I have written and illustrated four published books (Lucy the Octopus, When Are You Going to Get a Proper Job?), illustrated several others, created work for comic companies (Wallace & Gromit, Adventure Time, Dreamworks' Home) and run my own small press comic imprint.

Diana Anyakwo is an author and creative writing workshop facilitator. Her debut young adult novel My Life as a Chameleon was published in May 2023.

Fun, high energy author visits to motivate, enthuse and excite children about books, reading and writing.

Author of The Housetrap, and the Milton the Mighty series. AVAILABLE NOW FOR SCHOOL EVENTS, FESTIVALS, BOOK CLUBS etc. Book now for: fun, interactive assemblies, creative writing workshops, and crafts. KS1, 2 and 3. Published by Chicken House, powered by tea!

Sunday Times Top Ten and Kindle No. 1 bestselling author behind forthcoming TV Thriller (The Rumour) on Channel 5

Audiences: Workshop, Talk, Reading, Interview. Genres: Fiction, Fiction narrative, Literary realism, Poetry, Realistic fiction, Short story

Elisa Webb is the author of Darkling Park a life-affirming children’s adventure set in a South London graveyard. She has published over 20 short stories and several articles. She gained an Imaginative Writing Southern Gothic practice-based PhD in 2023. She is also a part-time teacher and parent. She is a qualified barista. Agent: Greyhound Literary, (she/her).

Author and scriptwriter. Writer of the TARZAN reboot, HERO.COM, VILLAIN.NET and THE INVENTORY series. His latest book DRONE RACER is an MG action adventure with BAME characters, STEM focused - for boys and girls of all ages!

Danielle Jawando is a multi-award-winning author and screenwriter. Her debut YA novel, And the Stars Were Burning Brightly, won best senior novel in the Great Reads Award and was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize, the YA Book Prize, the Jhalak Children's & YA Prize, the Branford Boase Award and was longlisted for the CILIP Carnegie Medal, the UKLA Book Awards and the Amazing Book Awards. Her second novel. When Our Worlds Collided, won the 2023 YA Book Prize, Jhalak Children's and YA Prize and the Diverse Book Awards. Her third novel, If My Words Had Wings, was published in May 2024 and has been nominated for the 2024 Carnegie medal for writing. She has also worked on Coronation Street as a storyline writer.

Inspirational stories, readings and talks on reading, writing and all his books from the bestselling author of The Last Wild.

Children's Author and Book Journey Mentor

Three-times Carnegie nominated (and Blue Peter Award shortlisted!) author of books for children and young adults, published by Scholastic. From KS1 to KS4, I've got a range of fun, high energy talks and workshops, great at engaging reluctant and passionate readers alike. **Fully booked for World Book Week 2025 – Sorry!**

Children's author and storyteller offering Creative Writing & Storytelling sessions to schools for children of all ages which are informative, inspiring and best of all, fun!

HappyHead is Josh's first novel. The sequel, Dead Happy, was published in May 2024. As a mental health nurse, Josh writes about identity, the oppression of the systems in which we live, and the experiences of LGBTQ+ young people. HappyHead is currently being developed into a feature film.

A warm and engaging speaker, I give a new perspective on World War Two by making it personal through the stories of my dad, a code breaker at Bletchley Park, my uncle, an agent for Special Operations Executive (SOE) and my aunt who was stranded in Nazi-sympathetic Hungary in great danger as a Jewish woman. Their games and rivalries as children run through the novels. I'm looking forward to meeting more children and young teens, and adults too who also have a stimulating experience when I come to talk.

Play explores the nuances of male friendships as four boys navigate towards adulthood - when one of them gets drawn into a county lines drugs gang, their childish games take a wrong turn. It's predecessor, Grow, is a critically acclaimed, tense, exciting, contemporary YA story about grief and far-right radicalisation. I am an experienced educator and speaker. My novels draw on my extensive work with young people as an English teacher, with a particular eye on reluctant male readers. My books deal with themes like anger, shame and friendship which I continue in my author talks on the importance of reading and in my engaging and inclusive workshops. I am flexible to your context and can tailor sessions for large and small groups to suit your requirements.

Writes fun rhyming picture books for KS1-KS2. Published internationally. Available year-round for Book Days, talks and workshops. Devon, UK. Covid-19: Available for Skype chats and virtual author visits during lockdown.

Picture books, Early Years, Fiction, Non-Fiction, PSHE, School visits for all ages, History, Publishing and self-publishing

"Took author talks to a whole new level: absolutely electrifying." Award-winning author of the Jimmy Coates books, for dynamic & inspirational events.

Award-winning author of books for all ages, offering inspiring workshops, poetry and prose, performances, talks,insets and motivation for the reluctant!

Penny Joelson, critically acclaimed, multi-award winning YA author of thriller,'I Have No Secrets'. Qualified teacher offering inspiring talks and workshops for KS3 +.

Children's author of comedy capers, eco thrillers, wild adventures and futuristic fiction, including sci-fi and dystopia for YA.