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Children's Laureate Frank Cottrell-Boyce is set to make an appearance at a free literary festival coming to New Brighton's Floral Pavilion next month.
The Big Story Bash on November 7 will be a day of storytelling for families.
As reported by The Guide Liverpool, the event will include author readings, demonstrations by book illustrators, workshops, and live performances.
Cottrell-Boyce, whose books include Millions, Cosmic and The Unforgotten Coat, was appointed Children's Laureate for 2024–2026 will be the star of the show.
Children will be able to hear readings from their favourite authors and watch drawings come to life.
For those more interested in interactive experiences, children will be able to take part in a range of creative activities. They can even meet their favourite characters.
Best of all, the event is free to attend.
Pauline Campbell, the venue manager at the Floral Pavilion, said of the event: "We're thoroughly excited to be hosting our inaugural Big Story Bash! It's going to be a wonderful day of creativity for children – getting them off their devices and engaged with literacy.
"There's going to be so much to see and do, with some of the region's most talented and celebrated authors, illustrators and entertainers."
