Meet the author: Hayley Hoskins. Local author of ‘The Whisperling’ and ‘The Whisperling Twins’, ghost stories for children based on historical themes.
Learn what inspires Hayley's writing with readings and a Q&A opportunity at Gloucestershire Heritage Hub.
Suitable for children aged 8+ and their families. Advance booking required, please book a ticket for everyone attending.
Hosted by Gloucestershire Archives in partnership with Gloucestershire Libraries.
TICKETS: PAY WHAT YOU CHOOSE (£0-£10): Simply choose how much you pay for your tickets based on what’s right for you.
Join us from 13:00 - 16:00 at the Heritage Hub for 'Behind the themes’ - A focus on the real-life stories of children’s literature. Talk on the day include:
- 2.30 pm - Meet the Author: Hayley Hoskins
PLUS:
● Document display on the historical themes behind popular children’s literature, taken from collections held at Gloucestershire Archives
● Information stands with advice from Library and Archive staff on reading and research
● Free refreshments throughout the afternoon & free parkin on site
● In the workhouse, joining the circus, flying a spitfire? Find out what your relatives
were up to at the Gloucestershire Family History Resource Centre (opens at 10am)
Find out more on the day on the Heritage Hub website.
