Marc McBride: 11-17 August
The Deltora Quest series, The Kraken, Old Ridley, World of Monsters  and more

The incredible illustrations of Marc McBride captivate students Australia-wide.  His covers for The Deltora Quest series and
Book of Monsters with Emily Rodda and illustrations for
 The Kraken and Old Ridley with Gary Crew, just to name
a few, are immediately recognizable and fascinating. 
Don’t miss this chance to have your students watch Marc create their favourite creatures before their very eyes and feast on the original exhibition of his latest book, World of Monsters.

Sessions available:
MEET THE ILLUSTRATOR SESSION
1 Hour - Suitable for Year 4 to Year 8  
Cost: 7:70 (inc GST) per student (Max 70)
9:30-10:30     11:00-12:00     1:30-2:30

Anne Spudvilas: 1-5 September
Woolvs in the Sitee, Jenny Angel, Big Cat Dreaming, The Race,
The Peasant Prince and many more

Each book created by award-winning illustrator, Anne Spudvilas is a journey that is exceptional in its depth.  Your students will be inspired as Anne leads them through the research, collaboration and travel that resulted in The Peasant Prince,  the picture book of Mao’s Last Dancer,
 shortlisted in this year’s Children’s Book Council Awards. 
Anne is an experienced presenter who always includes a practical element in her sessions.

Sessions available:
MEET THE ILLUSTRATOR SESSION
1 Hour - Suitable for Year 4 to Year 8
Cost: 7:70 (inc GST) per student (Max 70)
9:30-10:30     11:00-12:00     1:30-2:30

An Evening with Anne Spudvilas: The Peasant Prince - Creating a Picture Book from        Mao’s Last Dancer
Suitable for all book lovers, teachers, librarians, authors and illustrators.
This evening presents a rare opportunity to hear the complicated process involved in condensing Li Cunxin’s best-selling autobiography into a dramatic, yet child-friendly picture book.  Anne will describe how she travelled to China with Li, meeting his family and all the other “characters” out of the book.  Her photographs and films were used as aids to compose her illustrations with traditional materials and brush painting techniques.  Anne, a witty and warm speaker, will be surrounded by the exhibition of all the process involved in creating The Peasant Prince and questions are welcome.
Thursday 4 September, 7:30pm-9:00pm
Cost: $27.50 (inc GST) includes light refreshments
To book your place please phone 9430 6869

Boori Pryor: 20 October-9 November
Maybe Tomorrow, My Girragundji, The Binna Binna Man, Njunjul the Sun

Indigenous writer, storyteller and performer, Boori returns for his
annual visit, enriching all with his unique Meet the Author Sessions.
Filled with storytelling, love and laughter, they are guaranteed to bring greater understanding between black and white Australians.

MEET THE AUTHOR SESSION
1 Hour - Suitable for PrePrimary to Year 12  
Cost: 7:70 (inc GST) per student (Max 100)

Kirsty Murray: 20 October-31 October
Zarconi’s Magic Flying Fish, Market Blues, Walking Home with Marie-Claire and the Children of the Wind series: Bridie’s Fire, Becoming Billy Dare, A Prayer for Blue Delaney and The Secret of Maeve Lee Kwong

Multi-Award-winning author Kirsty Murray’s first residence is eagerly anticipated.  She is working primarily on the Youth Literature Day Programme but is available on 22, 23 and 24 October for other sessions.  Kirsty is a dynamic and warm presenter, who will send you and your students away buzzing with creativity.

Sessions available:
MEET THE AUTHOR SESSION
1 Hour - Suitable for Year 4 to Year 12
Cost: 7:70 (inc GST) per student (Max 60)
9:30-10:30     11:00-12:00     1:30-2:30

WRITING WORKSHOPS
2 Hours – Suitable for Year 4 to Year 12
Cost: $15.40 (inc GST) per student (Max 30)

Please see the 'Gallery Events' page of this website for other events with Kirsty Murray.

LILIANA STAFFORD & ELINA JÄRVINEN
10 November-14 November

A unique opportunity to work with WA’s much-loved author/illustrator Liliana Stafford and her illustrator, in residence from Finland,
Elina Järvinen.  They will guide you through the exhibition of their charming picture book, Heipparallaa!, which traces the email correspondence between a Finnish and an Australian girl and lead a discussion on Christmas customs in different countries.

Sessions available:
MEET THE AUTHOR SESSION
1 Hour - Suitable for PrePrimary to Year 6
Cost: 7:70 (inc GST) per student (Max 60)
9:30-10:30     11:00-12:00     1:30-2:30
A PERFECT END-0F-YEAR-TREAT!

Please see the "Gallery Events' Page of this website for othe events with Liliana Stafford and Elina Järvinen