Welcome to The Children’s Bookshow 2010

an annual tour of children’s authors and illustrators from the UK and abroad. The theme for this, our 8th Bookshow, is Stories From Around the World, and we have an exciting line-up of award-winning artists to inspire school children with their enthusiasm and passion for stories.

“You only have to witness the impact of author events on children to see how their lives as readers (and therefore their lives) can be changed by them.”
Nicolette Jones, The Sunday Times

“The Children’s Bookshow gives [children] the opportunity to enjoy literature as an interactive experience and something wonderful that enriches lives and enhances our understanding of each other.”
Ruth Doyle Walter, Armadillo Magazine

This year is our biggest year yet. Through September, October and November, we have 12 authors and illustrators performing in 14 different theatres around the country.

Many of our authors and illustrators are already household names, some of them may be new to you, but all are among the most exciting artists writing and illustrating for children today.

This year we are delighted to be able to offer 70 FREE workshops to participating schools. This is an exciting opportunity for children to meet and work with an author or illustrator in their own classroom. And every child that takes part in a workshop will also receive their own personal copy of a book by the relevant author or illustrator, free to take home with them.