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Rob Harrell Author Event

October 17, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Virtual Event
£6.00 – £12.00

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About Rob Harrell

Rob Harrell is a syndicated cartoonist (Adam@ Home) and his illustration clients include Mad magazine, Time Inc. and Volkswagen. He lives in Austin, Texas, with his wife and dogs. He is the author of the novels WINK and POPCORN.

Rob’s website: robharrell.com

Rob on X (@harrellrob)

What to expect from the event

Get ready for an afternoon of laughter, heart warming stories, and live illustration with acclaimed author and cartoonist Rob Harrell!?

On October 17th at 2 PM, join us for a special virtual event featuring Rob Harrell, the creative mind behind the hilarious and heartfelt novel POPCORN.

Rob will be live with us all the way from Austin, Texas!

  • An Engaging Author Talk: Hear Rob share his inspiration for POPCORN and his journey as an author and cartoonist.
  • Live Q&A: Get your burning questions answered and gain insights into Rob’s creative process or his even Texan lifestyle.
  • Captivating Live Illustration: Watch Rob’s artistic talent in action as he creates illustrations inspired by the event.

This event is perfect for anyone who loves a good laugh, a heartwarming story, or simply wants to learn more about coping with anxiety. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with Rob Harrell and experience the magic of POPCORN!

Focus Books

The session will be focused on Rob’s new book: POPCORN, which was released 3rd September 2024.

POPCORN by Rob Harrell UK cover image

Buy the books

If you’d like to buy the book for your school before or after the event, we offer a substantial discount on the RRP price. Please email events@wherereadingrocks.com to order books. Orders received 7 days before the event will arrive in time for the event.

We can also offer this book at a discounted rate to families PLUS your school will also receive a 5% credit (based on the value of the books sold to families) towards any future book purchases made through Reading Rocks. To enquire about our family discounts email events@wherereadingrocks.com.

About the Book

Book title: POPCORN

Andrew’s just trying to get through school photo day with one aim: a photo of him which his mum will like. But today of all days, the world seems out to get him. There’s a bully, the science experiment gone wrong, scary news about his grandmother, and someone else’s juice snot (don’t ask). Andrew struggles with anxiety, and the little kernel of worry in his stomach is getting hotter and hotter . . . Can he make it through the day without popping?

A heartfelt and laugh-out-loud-funny story about letting go of control and accepting help, interspersed with Rob Harrell’s amazing spot art and comic panels that depict the real, difficult feelings of anxiety and OCD, as well as real tips for coping.

Publisher: Piccadilly Press

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  • Buy your tickets using one event credit. No credits? Get started with Virtual Events by signing up to our Year of Reading and get FREE events for the whole of 2026!.
  • You’ll receive your tickets via email – they will include your zoom meeting link.
  • We’ll send you an event reminder nearer the time.
  • You’ll also be able to access the zoom meeting using the link on your ticket or from the event page from 15 mins before the event (for logged in ticket holders only).
  • Buy a copy of the book for your school before the event.
  • Allow parents to buy the book after the event (you’ll get a commission for each book sold).
  • We’ll send you hints and tips for getting the most out of your event subscription too – so watch out for that! Or view them here.