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Saturday 3rd October | Garstang Library | Ages 7 to 11
What if your child could become a real published author?
The Big Thinking Author Experience is a unique creative adventure where young writers plan, write and illustrate their own spooky story before seeing it professionally edited and published in a beautiful printed anthology.
A few weeks later, they'll return for a magical Halloween Book Launch, where they'll receive their published book, celebrate with fellow young authors and sign copies for family and friends.
This is much more than a writing workshop. It's the unforgettable experience of becoming a published author.
✍️ A fun, guided storytelling session
🎨 Time to illustrate their story
📚 Publication in the Spooky Stories 2026 anthology
🎉 An invitation to the Halloween Book Launch & Signing
🏅 A personalised Author Certificate
📖 Their own copy of the finished anthology
Date: Saturday 10th October 2026
Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm
Venue: Garstang Library
Age: 7 to 11 years
Price: £25 per child
Places: Strictly limited to ensure every child receives plenty of individual support.
1. Write
Create an original spooky story with guidance from a real children's publisher.
2. Publish
We'll professionally edit, design and produce the anthology featuring every child's story.
3. Celebrate
Join us at the Halloween Book Launch to receive your published book and celebrate becoming a published author.
Every child will leave with something far more valuable than a certificate. They'll have the incredible experience of seeing their own name and story in a real printed book, creating a memory they'll treasure for years to come.
Places are limited and advance booking is essential.
We can't wait to welcome the very first Big Thinking young authors.
Saturday 3rd October | Garstang Library | Ages 7 to 11
What if your child could become a real published author?
The Big Thinking Author Experience is a unique creative adventure where young writers plan, write and illustrate their own spooky story before seeing it professionally edited and published in a beautiful printed anthology.
A few weeks later, they'll return for a magical Halloween Book Launch, where they'll receive their published book, celebrate with fellow young authors and sign copies for family and friends.
This is much more than a writing workshop. It's the unforgettable experience of becoming a published author.
✍️ A fun, guided storytelling session
🎨 Time to illustrate their story
📚 Publication in the Spooky Stories 2026 anthology
🎉 An invitation to the Halloween Book Launch & Signing
🏅 A personalised Author Certificate
📖 Their own copy of the finished anthology
Date: Saturday 10th October 2026
Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm
Venue: Garstang Library
Age: 7 to 11 years
Price: £25 per child
Places: Strictly limited to ensure every child receives plenty of individual support.
1. Write
Create an original spooky story with guidance from a real children's publisher.
2. Publish
We'll professionally edit, design and produce the anthology featuring every child's story.
3. Celebrate
Join us at the Halloween Book Launch to receive your published book and celebrate becoming a published author.
Every child will leave with something far more valuable than a certificate. They'll have the incredible experience of seeing their own name and story in a real printed book, creating a memory they'll treasure for years to come.
Places are limited and advance booking is essential.
We can't wait to welcome the very first Big Thinking young authors.