Children & Family Events
Emily Ann Davison
Join author Emily Ann Davison for an interactive storytelling of her new book ‘Is It a Seed?’ where children will be encouraged to grow their imagination! Age 3+
This event will take place at Faversham Library.
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Accompanying adults DO NOT need to reserve a ticket for this event.
Olaf Falafel
Comedian and children's author Olaf Falafel introduces his laugh-out-loud character Trixie Pickle, the Banksy of her school – using funny facts and hilarious, irreverent details to introduce children to the work of real artists. Age 7–10
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. All attendees need to purchase a ticket for this event, both adults and children.
Onjali Raúf OBE
Bring the children along to meet the characters from three heartwarming tales by bestselling children's author Onjali Raúf: The Boy at the Back of the Class; The Night Bus Hero; and The Letter With the Golden Stamp. Suitable for age 7–11.
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. All attendees need to purchase a ticket for this event, both adults and children.
Emily Ann Davison
Emily Ann Davison will host a mindfulness story time, sharing her book Every Bunny is a Yoga Bunny. Follow Yo-Yo’s journey and discover how we can all breathe, stretch and find calm. Children can join in with yoga moves and calming mindfulness activities. Age 3+
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Accompanying adults and children all need a reserved ticket for this event.
Charlie Higson
From bestselling author of the Young Bond series, and star of TV's The Fast Show, Charlie Higson's hilarious Worst Superhero Ever continues the adventures of Stan who, after surviving a holiday to Italy without his parents, lands himself a part as a brainy superhero in a well-known TV show. Only trouble is... he's absolutely terrified! Come and join the antics with the one and only Charlie Higson! Age 8–12
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. All attendees need to purchase a ticket for this event, both adults and children.
Angela Pressley
Help children learn to machine sew! Star of Sewing Street TV, Angela Pressley, offers lots of colourful, unique ideas in a fun-packed step-by-step guide. Age 7+
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Accompanying adults and children all need a reserved ticket for this event.
Nicola Lewis
A session of storytelling and magical adventures with Kent-based children's author Nicola Lewis. Age 3+
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Accompanying adults and children all need a reserved ticket for this event.
Michael Rosen
One of Britain’s best loved writers and performance poets for children and adults, Michael Rosen returns to Faversham to perform some of his favourite poems and share with readers a barrage of fun and wisdom from his new collections... get ready for some of the weirdest poems of all time! Age 7+
Rob Biddulph
Toot toot! All aboard for an unmissable event with superstar author and illustrator Rob Biddulph as he creates never-before-seen cars, trucks, trains, boats, planes, diggers... and other wild and wacky creations from the world of transport. Pencils and paper at the ready!
Age 3–8
Please remember to bring your own paper, drawing pads, pencils and crayons so that you can join in with the fun!
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. All attendees need to purchase a ticket for this event, both adults and children.
Stuart Heritage
The O.D.D. Squad are BACK ... and this time they're even more amazingly dumb than ever! Quack Attack, Detective Octopus and Invisidog are the most feared crime-fighters ever to roam Justice CIty, so long as the criminals they're facing are useless. But unfortunately for them, their nemesis is an all-powerful sorceress, who goes by the name of Aunty Enchanty... and she's out to get them! Age 6–10 years
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. All attendees need to purchase a ticket for this event, both adults and children.
Katie Kirby
Writer and illustrator Katie Kirby comes to Faversham Literary Festival with a super-fun event around her new book from the fantastically funny and relatable Lottie Brooks series. Come and hear the latest adventures, get your book copies and then meet the author in person afterwards to get them signed!
Suitable for age 7–12
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. All attendees need to purchase a ticket for this event, both adults and children.
Andy Stanton
Come and enjoy an hour of energetic, engaging and interactive fun, jokes, props, silly voices and horrible, horrible singing with the author of the incredible Mr Gum series. Don't worry... Andy also fits some inspirational and serious stuff in there too, and aims to light a fire of enthusiasm beneath even the most reluctant reader! Age 7–10
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. All attendees need to purchase a ticket for this event, both adults and children.
Jonnie Peacock MBE
Paralympic champion and Strictly Come Dancing star Jonnie Peacock shares experience and offers inspiration on chasing your dreams and being unstoppable, building confidence, overcoming setbacks and knowing you can achieve anything, no matter what you think your abilities might be.
Family event. Suitable for age 8+
Faversham Literary Festival CIC