20 years’ experience delivering engaging, tailor-made talks – packed with film clips – on screen adaptations of Shakespeare, for GCSE, A-Level & Adult Ed. groups.
Children's Author and Book Journey Mentor
London-based author of books on travel, history and the environment, and children's historical fiction, who has given talks and presentations to school students (ages 9-13) and adults.
TRAILBLAZING WOMEN – INSPIRING STORIES
'A compelling journey through Gurkha history - written with grace and style - it is indeed a wonderful read.' Field Marshal Lord Bramall KG GCB OBE MC
Fun, high energy author visits to motivate, enthuse and excite children about books, reading and writing.
Inspiring the next generation of writers
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.
children's and YA author and poet
Picture books, Early Years, Fiction, Non-Fiction, PSHE, School visits for all ages, History, Publishing and self-publishing
Where do our fruit and vegetables come from and why is it important to celebrate and enjoy their diversity
Author, Illustrator, creator and designer of books for children.
Blue Peter Award-winning author of funny stories, poetry and non-fiction. Amazing storyteller and specialist at getting children reading. Inspiration guaranteed!
Whether you’re a colour lover or are colour cautious, you will gain a renewed confidence and zest for life, you’ll feel good about yourself and your positive energy will be infectious to others after reading Hello Rainbow!
Science writer – author of more than 50 books for children, young adults and adults.
Professional footballer turned author and ghostwriter to some of the world's biggest stars.
I write non-fiction picture books to spark curiosity, conversation and care for planet Earth - and travel around the UK and overseas to meet the scientists I work with, deliver workshops in primary schools and research new stories.
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.
Shyness expert and author helping shy kids become more mighty.
Helping young people navigate the world and gain an advantage in the workplace
Compelling writer, engaging speaker, trusted mentor - personal tales, flying stories and Battle of Britain reflections - available for related talks.
Enthusiastic children's author (The Leaf Thief, The Thirteenth Vampire) who inspires EYFS, KS1 and KS2 to create their own exciting work.
Writes narrative non-fiction, fiction and non-fiction for all ages. Author of several popular My Story books. Loves writing history, humour, and often a mixture of both.
I love helping kids explore art, science, wellbeing, eco living, and all sorts of other wonderful subjects. My interactive author visits and workshops make big ideas feel exciting and easy to understand, encouraging children to read and write for themselves – and share their favourite facts too!
Bringing more understanding, choices and possibilities for communicating with children, tweens and teens, such that they feel inspired, confident and resilient both at school and at home.
Adam and Charlotte work with you to plan curriculum-linked workshops for EYFS right through to Year 6 with virtual visits costing as little as £90 + VAT.
writers pen

We help authors, illustrators, poets, journalists and playwrights to visit schools, libraries and organisations all over the world. We want to be the UK's best, and kindest, website for booking inspirational authors - arrange an inspirational event today with Contact an Author!

Authors - get started today

Contact an Author is passionate about getting you the right bookings, and without taking commission.

Sign Up