The children really enjoyed your visit. They were so excited to meet you. Some of my class have brought in books yesterday and today from home to read. I know you have really inspired them. Once again many thanks for coming into school. It was an amazing experience. Penygarn School, Pontypool
Just a short email to say thank you for yesterday from myself, Julie & Year 7. Another successful and productive lesson. I’m looking forwarding to seeing some of their imaginative stories. St Cenydd Community School, Caerphilly
Thank you so much for a truly wonderful day. The feedback I have had from my colleagues has all been absolutely glowing and the children haven’t stopped talking about what a fantastic time they had. They are all very enthusiastic about reading the book and finding out more about your characters. Blackheath Prep School, London
I fell in love with mythology when, aged nine, I stumbled across a book of Greek myth in my local library. I practically wore the book out with reading it and it eventually had to be prised out my hands. It’s no surprise, then, that when I started writing, I jumped joyfully into the many worlds of legend. My books are a mash-up of mismatched myths, shot through with humour and held together by a love of story.
Talks and Workshops for Children
What’s it like being an author? How do you write a book and get it published? Find out where authors get their ideas from, how books are made, and have a go at writing your own stories.
My visits are fun and highly interactive, using props, costumes and storytelling games to ignite the imagination.
Creative writing workshops from one hour in length, for groups up to 30 children.
Assembly talks for groups of any size.
Single sessions offered within 20 miles of Abergavenny, otherwise minimum of half a day.
Talks and Workshops for Adults
Welsh Fairy Tales, Myths and Legends
A one-hour talk about the history of the Mabinogion, Victorian story-collectors, and the challenges of adapting these ancient tales for modern audiences.
Creative Writing Workshops
Want to know how the publishing industry works, struggling to find ideas, or need some help polishing up your story? I can offer writing workshops for library and community groups.
Virtual Visits
If an in-person visit isn’t possible I can still visit you via the wonders of modern technology. I can do a 40 minute remote session, using zooms or Microsoft Teams, or whatever you prefer. I tailor these talks to the audience but I will generally include a short reading, a bit about myself and my books, some writing challenges, and a time for questions.
