I spent Saturday at the Surrey International Writers Conference (SiWC). What a well-organized, stimulating day! It was a chance to step away from the hurly-burly of everyday life and meet with other authors. My day was filled with workshops, panel…
Roald Dahl is one of my favourite children’s authors. Who can forget Charlie Bucket, Willy Wonka, the BFG, or Matilda? His writing shimmers with imagination, memorable characters, wit, and originality. His ability to capture a child’s world is enviable. Where…
As a storyteller, I regularly find myself in schools and libraries telling age appropriate yarns. These can be traditional tales, myths and legends, family stories or anecdotes. Some stories are known, some are new, and some become requested favourites. When…