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Visiting author on 5 March

We are excited to announce that children’s author, Rachel Chivers Khoo, will be visiting the school on Wednesday 5th March 2025! Rachel will be speaking about the inspiration behind her debut book The Wishkeeper’s Apprentice and her second book The Magician Next Door, both of which have been shortlisted for the Spark School Book Awards. 

Workshops: Early Reception, Reception and Year 1 will enjoy a short workshop together and Years 2-6 will enjoy an extended workshop with the author. 

Author-signed books for sale after school! After school Rachel will be signing and selling copies of her book.

 

 

The Wishkeeper’s Apprentice:

“Charming and magical, with shades of E Nesbit.”
Editor’s Choice, The Bookseller

“Ideal for newly confident readers.” The Telegraph

“I’m often asked to recommend books for young Harry Potter fans and this sweet, funny fantasy adventure with age-appropriate peril is perfect.” Irish Independent

 

The Magician Next Door:

“A charming story brimming with magic and wonder.”
Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear 

“Original, exciting and full of warmth, magic and heart, this is a tale that will sweep you away.” Sinéad O’Hart