Events for Potential Writers

Events for those wanting to write stories for themselves

In time this section will feature examples of workshops designed to help and inspire people to write.

Young Readers Annual Festival Birmingham UK

David is a guest author at Young Readers Birmingham - annual festival - May/June 2011. The Book Bash, "two days of events in Aston Hall for an exciting line-up of top children's authors, poets and storytellers."

Previously David has been a guest author at the Listowel writers' week (International writers' event in the Republic of Ireland) in 2006 and 2007.

The Book Bash - Bank Holiday Sunday and Monday, 29-30 May 2011

The Book Bash is a spectacular two day event held at Aston Hall over the May bank holiday each year. Events take place in marquees with the chance to meet poets, storytellers and authors and join in with plenty of other activities such as Mehndi and face painting.

Science Fiction and Quests – Two days of Creative Writing Workshops with David Johnson

James is on a time-travelling mission to find the zodiac crystals of ancient Atlantis before the evil aliens get them. But the crystals are hidden amongst dinosaurs, erupting volcanoes and Aztecs... Join David Johnson, author of the Crystal Quest series, to find out where authors get their ideas from, how to construct a story map and many more fantastic tips.

Suitable for children aged 7+. Education Room in Aston Hall, 11.30am-12.15pm, 1.30pm-2.15pm, 3.30pm-4.15pm

Meet the Poets Laureate Jordan Westcarr and Roy McFarlane

A picture can paint a thousand words... Bring along a photo that intrigues you (or choose something from our magazines) and learn how to draw images in people’s minds using the power of language. Birmingham's Poet Laureate Roy McFarlane and our Young Poet Laureate Jordan Westcarr let you into the secret of how they became poetry ambassadors for the city.