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Adam Guillain
Adam’s books are perfect for EYFS and KS1 while KS2 can immerse themselves in his historical storytelling, including Boudica, Alfred the Great, Operation Bernhard (Holocaust), Money and Greek Myths.
Amy Wilson is a children’s author of several books including A Girl Called Owl and Snowglobe. Her visits focus on empowering young readers to start imagining their own magical adventures. KS2+
Catherine is a TeachPrimary Award winner. Having worked for Greenpeace and the Natural History Museum, she now writes books to inspire curiosity… from evolution and climate change to outer space. KS1-KS2
Author of the Jamie Johnson Series, which has been adapted for TV by the BBC and the award-winning thriller Unstoppable. Dan's talks engage even the most reluctant readers. Option to add class books! KS2+
International CBBC writer, stand-up comic, poet and author, Ian Billings' talks are not to be missed. 2500 schools visits in 20 countries. “Best thing I’ve seen in this school in thirty years!” KS1-KS2
K.N. Chimbiri is the inspiring author of Black history books including The Story of the Windrush - a book that sensitively tells the inspiring story of the Windrush generation for younger readers. KS2+
Pip is the award-winning author of picture books, early readers and chapter books, including Izzy Gizmo, the Squishy McFluff series and the Piggy Handsome series. Fun sessions guaranteed! EYFS-KS1
Award winning author Saviour Pirotta has written many titles, including the best-selling Orchard Book of First Greek Myths. He loves retelling myths and legends and creating historical fiction. KS1-KS2
I've won prizes for my books! Yes!! And I like to think my school visits are cool, talking about REAL issues in my books and having a lot of fun on the way. Why not join me and find out for yourself? KS2+
Tessa is an award-winning author and illustrator of picture books about happiness. She empowers children to choose happiness in their lives, and her illustration workshops prove that everyone is an artist. EYFS-KS1
Bestselling author of over 65 books for children, Timothy Knapman has delighted hundreds of young readers in schools, colleges, museums and festivals across the UK and USA. EYFS-KS1
Aisha was born in Bahrain and has lived in Kuwait, England and Canada. The first novel she ever wrote was a piece of fan fiction, but she now writes magical and emotional children's books perfect for KS2+
Andy Seed is the author of factual books which put the fun into reading. He’s a Blue Peter Book Award winner, wildlife writer and specialist in engaging reluctant readers. He can't wait to meet your class! EYFS-KS2
Charlotte writes children’s non-fiction and picture books. Her books include The Skies Above My Eyes, The Street Beneath My Feet, The World Book Day Monster and What Did the Tree See? EYFS-KS2
Blue Peter Award winning author of over 40 books for children of all ages, Gareth P. Jones' catchy songs, stories and workshops are designed to enthuse and engage pupils about writing & reading. EYFS-KS2
Award Winning author Jane Elson’s novels (year groups 5-8) are described as a PSHE teacher’s dream. Loud and Proud about her own dyslexia Jane’s talk inspire children to meet their challenges. UKS2
Hi! I’m an author of dozens of books for children, including activity, pre-school, non-fiction and picture books. My picture books cover the themes of mindfulness, emotions, dreams and sleep. EYFS-KS1
Richard is a multi-award winning, Romani storyteller, author and national literacy hero. He delivers sessions across the UK. He is passionate about literature to promote inclusion and social mobility. KS1-KS2
Hello! I've written and illustrated books including the Mr Panda series, The Queen’s Hat series, Unplugged, Amazing and Green Lizards Vs Red Rectangles. I also illustrated Chitty Bang Bang. EYFS-KS1
Struan Murray is the author of the ORPHANS OF THE TIDE trilogy. His visits focus on thinking about where ideas come from, and how we can use our own lives and interests to create fantastical stories. KS2+
Adam and Charlotte have written nearly 200 books including the award-winning Spaghetti with the Yeti, Party for Dads and the Comet Street Kids reading scheme – widely used in schools all over the world! EYFS-KS1
Tom McLaughlin is a multi-award nominated dyslexic author/illustrator. He writes for Bloomsbury, Puffin, Oxford University Press and Walker Books and has been published all over the world. KS1-KS2
Award-winning author, Ally Sherrick invites you to travel back on her time-machine to when there were no electric lights or flushing toilets, and danger and darkness lurked around every corner. KS2+
I am a London based children’s author and theatre producer. Since self-publishing my debut book, my focus has been on promoting diverse writers and literature aimed at the next generation. KS1-KS2
Hello! I’m Claire Freedman and I write picture books for young children. I’ve had over 100 children’s books published and am probably best known for the Aliens Love Underpants series. EYFS-KS1
Gill Lewis is a multi-award winning author, vet and tree-house dweller. Her books take you on wild adventures and explore our human relationship with each other and the natural world. KS1-KS2
Jeanne is an award-winning children’s author with over 400 titles published. These include The Bog Baby, Dr Xargle, Who’s in The Loo Tadpole’s Promise and #Goldilocks (A Hashtag Cautionary Tale). EYFS-KS2
Mitch Johnson is the author of the books Kick and Pop!. His popular stories have been translated into multiple languages, and in 2018 his novel Kick received the prestigious Branford Boase Award. KS2+
Ross Montgomery is the award-winning author of books such as THE MIDNIGHT GUARDIANS, SPACE TORTOISE, PERIJEE AND ME and MAX AND THE MILLIONS perfect for ages 3-12! EYFS-KS2
In my visits I talk about how I write and illustrate my books. Demonstrating how I create my characters beginning with simple shapes. I'll read from my books and answer your questions. EYFS-KS1
Sufiya Ahmed is the award-winning author of historical fiction. Ideal for years 5 and 6, ‘The Spy And The Suffragette’ presentation highlights the contribution of British women of colour to major historical events. KS2+
Thomas Taylor is the award-winning author of the outstanding and 'pulse-quickening' novel Malamander and Gargantis, and creator of Eerie-on-Sea. In addition to writing, Thomas is illustrator. KS2+
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