I was asked to talk about my writing journey as a guest speaker at a writing retreat.

As a ‘Patron of Reading’ I am keen to support children in their love of books.

Reading is a magical adventure and who better to spread a little bit of magic reading dust, than the book Fairy.

After several months of planning and preparation the author booking came along, Kennington Primary Academy. Mr Newland, the teacher organising the event, had been busy with lots of teacher things too, such as OFSTED, Moderation and planning. I am sure the event had been tricky to sort out but finally the day was here.

Reading is important and having lots of books to experience can enrich a child’s learning. For an author, it can be very special to meet and to share books with children. It is always great to be able to answer questions and to inspire them in their reading and their writing.

Following a summer visit sharing my books in a library I was invited to come along and meet children from a local primary school.