About Author Visits
Author Visits within Derbyshire and East Staffordshire.
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As it is World Book Day in March I am offering free half day author visits for a select number of schools, in return for the opportunity to sell books at the visit or offer pre-orders for parents to buy the books. Limited spaces, so early enquiries are recommended. ​​
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Your Author visit can be personalised to your requirements and is aimed at children aged 6 - 12, school years 2 - 7. I would usually do a storytelling session with a reading from one of my books and also an activity or mini workshop, which can be the same for each class or different classes may prefer different activities. All activities will be age appropriate and can be agreed with you beforehand.
I would always like to incorporate a display of my books and also book signing for purchased or pre-ordered books. ​​​​
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The charge for a half day author visit, to include class workshops and all resources is £150. Book sales and pre-orders are not necessary with a paid visit, but they are always well received. Discounts are available on the half day charge at £2 per book or £20 per boxed set of books sold.
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For visits outside my local area travel expenses may be added.
Activities and Mini Workshops
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Activities can be done in pairs, groups or as a class. Here are some for you to choose from:​
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A colouring activity where children colour a scene from one of my books
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A drawing activity where children create their own characters from a simple starter
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A writing activity where children create their own stories from set story starters
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A drawing activity where children draw scenes inspired by my story
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Story creation session where children are given pictures showing 3 items to make and tell a story from.
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Story settings. Children are given different story settings and are asked to plot a story based on the settings.
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Character creation. Children are given pictures of story settings or objects and are asked to create a character or characters to go with the setting or theme on their picture.
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A mini book‑making session where they fold a tiny booklet and write and illustrate their mini story book
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A Q&A session where chidren can ask me about the books or about being an author, etc. ​
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A competition for the best of any of the above.
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