Free Virtual Author Talks for Schools

As part of the InspiREAD Book Award, we are delighted to be inviting your primary school to join us for FREE virtual events with shortlisted authors – hooray! 

These virtual author talks will give pupils a fantastic opportunity to engage with reading, meet the authors and ask their own questions!

The events are taking place on various days throughout June 2025. Each talk will last around 30-40 minutes. 

Not participating in InspiREAD Book Award? Schools are still welcome to attend these wonderful events! 

Schools need to register in advance to take part. 

When registering for these events, please ensure: 

• There will be a member of staff present with pupils during each event; 
• Staff registering for the events must use their school email address (personal email addresses are not allowed).

To enquire about booking, please contact hayley.carter@sdsa.net

Leigh Hodgkinson - Once Upon a Big Bad Wolf 

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Rebecca Cobb - A Wild Walk to School

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Derek Keilty - Ivy Newt and the Storm Witch

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Ben Davis - Lenny Lemmon and the Trail of Crumbs

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Sam Sedgman - The Clockwork Conspiracy

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Phil Hickes - Shadow Academy: The Whispering Walls

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