About
Join author Gabrielle Kent for a fun and engaging look at how stories begin, and how ideas can turn up in the most unexpected places. Gabrielle will share her favourite ways to generate story ideas, from playful prompts and curious questions to simply paying attention to the world around you. Discover how an ordinary everyday object can become the starting point for something magical, mysterious or completely unexpected. Come ready to look at familiar things in a whole new way. You never know what story might be hiding in your pocket, on your desk, or right under your nose!
Date & Time
Friday 30 October, 2.00pm – 2:45pm
Location
The Children’s Library at Southport Library, The Atkinson
What Three Words: ///tummy.fetch.shaped
Gabrielle Kent
Gabrielle Kent is a children's author and former game developer. She works part-time with the Terry Pratchett Estate and recently teamed up with Rhianna Pratchett to co-write Tiffany Aching’s Guide to Being a Witch, a companion to Terry’s beloved Discworld universe. Gabrielle is the author of the magical realism series Alfie Bloom, and the Knights and Bikes books, which were inspired by the award-winning video game. She has also collaborated with her husband, Satish Shewhorak, on Rani Reports, a fast-paced mystery series following budding young journalist, Rani Ramgoolam, and her rambunctious Mauritian Nani. Her latest series for Puffin, Forgotten Gods, launches next year with Girl of Fire. When she isn't writing, Gabrielle can be found exploring mysterious castles and investigating local legends.
Easy Read description
Join author Gabrielle Kent to discover where story ideas come from. Take part in fun activities, explore your imagination and learn how everyday objects can inspire exciting stories and adventures.
Accessibility Information
This session will be supported by a British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter.
This event includes audience participation, projected visuals or screens, interactive workshop activities, and craft or fine motor skills involved. It is suitable for all primary-aged children (ages 5–11).
About Children's Books North Network
Children’s Books North Network (CBNN) connects and supports published children’s writers, illustrators and publishing professionals living in the North of England and Scotland. They have over 450 members and promote their members' work, new books and events. Additionally, CBNN highlights the importance of regional diversity in children’s books and the wider industry. CBNN partners with festivals, universities, bookshops and libraries to support and celebrate creatives in the North of England and Scotland. In 2025, the Network announced the Children’s Books North Prize for aspiring picture book writers and illustrators based in the North of England. The network was co-founded in 2020 by Tilda Johnson, Emma Layfield and Liz Scott. Emma now leads the network with Beatrice Cross and Bethany Sparks.