Every October half term some of the best and most exciting children’s authors come to Winchester with a range of activities all focussed on supporting Children’s reading. The Wessex Children’s Book Festival brings a sense of fun to reading and helps children of all ages enjoy books and to be inspired by meeting some of the best authors and illustrators.
When? 26 October - 2 November, 2013 - 2014 TBC
Where? Winchester Discovery Centre
Website? http://www3.hants.gov.uk/wessexbookfestival.htm
Who? In 2013 below
Monday, 28/10/2013
WCBF Eoin Colfer
See the award-winning author of the amazing Artemis Fowl and WARP books
WCBF Nick Arnold
Disgusting family fun with extra squishy bits from the Horrible Science author
Tuesday, 29/10/2013
WCBF Peter Bently and Guy Parker-Rees
Winchester Children's Book Festival at Winchester Discovery Centre
WCBF Mark Walden
See the author of the thrilling H.I.V.E. books, and find out about his new book!
WCBF Clara Vulliamy
Join the author of the delightful Dixie O'Day books for stories and activities
WCBF Tony Robinson
Hear all about Tony's fantastic history books, the 'Weird World of Wonders'
Wednesday, 30/10/2013
WCBF Jez Alborough
An hour of fun with the author and illustrator of the 'Duck in the Truck' series
WCBF Josh Lacey & Garry Parsons *FREE EVENT!*
Want to know more about babysitting dragons? This is the perfect event for you!
Thursday, 31/10/2013
WCBF Andrew Weale *FREE EVENT!*
Celebrate Halloween with the award-winning author of the Spooky Spooky House
WCBF Kaye Umansky *FREE EVENT!*
Dress up as a wizard or witch and meet the creator of the brilliant Pongwiffy
WCBF Phoenix Comic Workshop - Meet the Artist
Meet the artist for a comic workshop - it'll be a comic creation bonanza!
Friday, 01/11/2013
WCBF Daniel Blythe
Meet one of the Doctor Who writers - a must-see event for aspiring Time Lords
WCBF Kristina Stephenson
Join Sir Charlie Stinky Socks and his bestselling creator on a fearsome quest
If you are involved in this festival you can update or change details via the organisers page . Authors can list here.