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Bringing Energy To Picture Books With Sarah Tagholm & Laurie Stansfield
March 11, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Introduction
Reading Rocks are pleased to announce an exclusive FREE* online picture book writing and illustration workshop to anyone purchasing Sarah Tagholm & Laurie Stansfield’s new book: Brenda’s Revenge.
Join Sarah Tagholm, a celebrated children’s picture book author, and Laurie Stansfield, a talented picture book illustrator, in this dynamic workshop exploring the art of creating picture books brimming with energy!
This interactive session is designed for aspiring authors, illustrators, and picture book enthusiasts who want to learn how to inject energy into their work, bringing characters and stories to life.
*Free with the purchase of the book.
About the event
In this engaging workshop, Sarah Tagholm, picture book author, and Laurie Stansfield, illustrator, will guide participants through the process of creating energetic picture books. From discussing the importance of energy in storytelling to exploring how illustrations bring that energy to life, Sarah and Laurie will share their creative insights and hands-on techniques. Participants will engage in both writing and drawing exercises designed to inject vitality into their own picture book projects, with plenty of opportunity for questions and expert advice.
Whether you’re an aspiring author, illustrator, or simply passionate about picture books, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to learn from two industry professionals. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to get creative, gain expert tips, and take your picture book projects to the next level!
Order your copy of Brenda’s Revenge to register now! (books will be shipped for publication date: 13th March).
To access this invaluable training, simply purchase your copy of Brenda’s Revenge, for £7.99 plus £1.99 P&P by selecting the number of copies required as event tickets (for example, if you want two copies, order two tickets).
Focus Book
The session will be focused on Brenda’s Revenge, written by Sarah and illustrated by Laurie, which is released 13th March 2025, two days after the workshop.
About the book
Because she’s a cat, Brenda needs help with things like getting dressed, table manners and trampolining!
Brenda is just a cat, so she isn’t good at hairstyles or getting dressed or good table manners… and her handwriting is terrible! Luckily she has one loving owner who is going to help her. Will the little girl who owns Brenda’s ever learn that it isn’t nice to make someone do something they don’t want to? Maybe her new neighbour can help…
About Sarah
Sarah Tagholm is a children’s author who loves writing about confused animals, mischievous children and all things bizarro. She is passionate about encouraging a love of reading, libraries and availability of books for all children. Sarah lives with her husband and son in Cornwall, where they spend so much time in the sea it’s a wonder they haven’t grown gills!
Sarah on Instagram (@sarah_tagholm)
Sarah on Facebook (@sarah.tagholm)
About Laurie
Laurie is a children’s books illustrator living in Bristol, UK. She’s worked as a freelance illustrator since 2010 and stepped into publishing after an epic trip to Bologna Children’s Book Fair in 2018, when she joined Pickled Ink agency and secured her first book deal with Ladybird Books. Her work has been published by Rocket Bird Books, Andersen Press, Random House US and Ladybird Books, amongst others. Laurie’s images are energetic and humorous with characters that are relatable. Laurie has also lectured on BA illustration course at University of the West of England and the University of Gloucestershire.
Laurie’s website pickledink.com/laurie-stansfield
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