14:45 – 16:15

Helen Docherty is an internationally published author of rhyming picture books, based in Swansea. Her stories have been translated into 27 languages, adapted for the stage and set to music. The Snatchabook and The Knight Who Wouldn’t Fight, both illustrated by Thomas Docherty, have won book awards voted for by school children and been shortlisted for various national book awards. Helen enjoys helping children and adults to write their own stories, and regularly visits schools and delivers workshops. She is on the steering committee of the Society of Authors Wales.

This will be an informal, interactive session with a focus on how to conceive and develop a picture book text which appeals to publishers today.

We will discuss:
• What makes a great picture book
• What publishers are looking for
• Creating a memorable character and narrative

There will be Industry tips and time for questions at the end.

www.helendocherty.com

*Ticket price includes booking fee