Pauline Gibb will be at the Chaples on Whatley in Maylands for the launch and signing of her book ‘Kiki – Perfectly Imperfect’ in April. Get the chance to meet the author and enjoy drinks and music. Attendees will also be able to buy Kiki soft toys and they will also leave with a thank you present from Kiki. The tale begins from Nishinari, which is a poor district in Japan. This is where Kiki the mouse lives. One day his mother allows him and his siblings to go out and explore the world. He learns a lot of lessons in this single excursion and ends up on a ship to Australia. The writing contains the author’s quick wit and quirky sense of humor. Writing has been her interest for the longest time and this is her first novel, published by Austin Macauley Publishers.
Author of ‘Mr. Nolly and the Magic Ladder’, Lynda Ann Green, will visit the Black Country Radio Station for an interview. She will talk about her book and the success it is currently enjoying. The story of Witch Willowberry’s magic ladder begins when it is accidentally discarded. It is thrown away and the witch is no longer able to catch moonbeams for her spells and she is very cross. Meanwhile, the ladder finds its way into the hands of Mr. Nolly. He is very surprised when the ladder starts speaking to him and even more so when it makes his cat talk as well. But the witch wants the ladder back. It is up to Mr. Nolly and the rest of the group to make sure that she doesn't get her hands on the ladder.
Author of ‘Mr. Nolly and The Magic Ladder’ will be at the Stamford Library and Walker’s Bookshop in April for the Stamford Poetry Festival. Lynda Ann Green introduces kids to Mr. Nolly. One day he comes upon a ladder. It seems an ordinary ladder until it starts talking. The magic talking ladder belonged to a witch before it was accidentally discarded. Witch used the ladder to catch moonbeams for her spells and she wants it back. But the ladder can’t go into her hands again. It is up to the ladder’s new friends to keep it away and make sure that it is not used in any of Witch Willowberry’s spells. This is Lynda’s first children’s book. She has written 37 poems and 2 short stories previously, which have been published on different mediums.
‘Driving In Reverse – The Life I Almost Missed’ is a story of author Lindsay Wincherauk’s life. He will be in Vancouver for a book signing. The event is scheduled for early May. The story of the novel takes readers to the point of the author’s life when he was heading towards a collapse. He had lost dear friends and family members, and on top of that his relationship also comes to an end. He escapes to Europe with his friend and goes on a whirlwind adventure that takes him to 11 different countries. He discovers many different things in his travels and learns a great deal about himself. He comes out as a new person on the other side. Lindsay has a passion for writing everything that he observes around him. He has co-authored another book as well. Don’t miss the chance to meet him in person.
Sudbury Library will host the author of ‘A Street of Secrets’ for an event; Margaret Moore will read from her book and speak to people in attendance about the inspiration and setting of the book. In the book, readers can visit the East End of London. There is a street called Angel Street, which is home to a number of characters. They are a close knit community and share in each other’s happiness and sadness. The collection of characters includes Stan, Rose, the old Vicar, the new Vicar, Churchy, Liz and young Tony. Readers get a stark look at their lives and how there is never a dull moment on the street. Margaret worked as a legal secretary in London, Essex and Suffolk. She is now retired and living in Suffolk with her family. She continues to write and create amazing characters.
‘The Beehive’ author, Simon Adepetun, is invited to a free program scheduled at the Barnes Children’s Literature Festival in London. The delightful and imaginative festival welcomes children and brings them closer to the best that children’s literature has to offer. The book introduces readers to the Chambers family, young Daniel in particular. He is only 11-years-old and feels that his parents always have something better to do, rather than listen to him. His sister is also an odd ball and prefers dolls over her own family members. He spends a lot of time with his friend Benji, who shows him an exciting find; a bee hive. Such discoveries are never that simple, as Dan finds out when strange men show up looking for their property. Simon has a degree in English Studies and a Postgraduate certificate in Theatre Studies. He lives in Manchester with his family.
Richard Bloss, the author of ‘About a Dog’, will be at the Shirley Library, Croydon for a talk centered around his book. The book is about a dog but, he is no ordinary dog. Barney is a Westie crossed with a Cairn Terrier. He has a personality of his own. Owning a dog like that is an adventure in its own. Simple tasks like going on walks, playing with toys and the dogs own solo excursions are told in a fun and entertaining way for the readers. The illustrations breathe new life into the story of Barney. Richard is a CEO of a company and enjoys writing. He has written two other books but this is his children’s book. He also enjoys writing business articles in his spare time. For What's On Croydon Libraries event guide click here
Julie Robinson, the author of ‘The Mysterious Boy’, will be at the Camelford Library at the end of May for a book talk and signing event. She will be present at the library for an hour and will meet the fans of her book. The book follows twins Sarah and Mark on their holiday. They think it is going to be just another holiday until they run into a mysterious boy named Edwin Lavin. The boy is little timid at first but becomes good friends with the kids soon enough. Together they discover a wild garden, a swimming pool that no one uses and the stables. The twins’ holiday takes a turn for the better after they meet the boy, excitement and adventures follow soon. The author is a former N.H.S. worker and now resides in Cornwall with her family. Aside from writing, she enjoys painting and reading.
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