"That's quite a story," said her mother. "It's not a story, it's true!" said Josie.
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The chance to meet James Hywel
Meet James and your favourite book characters
James Hywel rarely does ‘Meet the Author & Book Signing’ events. He prefers to hide away, allowing his books to speak to the readers instead. Because of this, his events are a very unique opportunity that are not to be missed.
We welcome ODD SOCKS!
If you come along to any James Hywel event, remember to wear odd socks. The first child to say "James, I'm wearing odd socks" wins a FREE signed book.
Let's all be proud to be different!
Let James work with your school
Live Literature School Residency
The Live Literature School Residencies programme gives schools the chance to work with James as an author-in-residence.
- These in-depth writing workshops can be split into individual sessions and spread over several weeks.
- All sessions can be delivered remotely, in-person or with a combination of the two depending on your school's circumstances and location.
- It is suitable for classes and after-school writing clubs.
The Albert Mouse Book for Schools Project
As part of his giving back wish, James is now giving primary school children the unique opportunity to create their own Albert Mouse story. Not only that, but James will take the story and produce a real book that will form part of the Adventures of Albert Mouse series.
This very special experience will allow pupils to follow every aspect of the book-writing process, from them creating a book title, right through to the pupils seeing their book published on Amazon.
They will see how easy writing is, and maybe some pupils will be inspired to become authors when they leave school.
Albert Mouse Esquire
Albert Mouse Esq. helps children and young people benefit from bespoke educational programmes that support their development, helping them to navigate their thoughts and feelings, and appreciate their time in and out of school. Thus, supporting positive relationships and challenging negative behaviour.
Albert is excited to be visiting schools with his friend Sarah to talk to children who are feeling anxious, nervous, upset, worried or confused.
Albert feels many of the same feelings as other children his age do.
Writing Workshops
Writing Workshops for children
James will be presenting some 'Writing Workshops' for children aged 9+.
In these Writing Workshops, James will explain how he writes and shares his secrets on writing that first page, creating characters, adding twists that the reader wasn't expecting and much more. So if you have ever wanted to write a story of your own, now is your chance to learn from the author who has written over twenty books.
James always has FREE items to give away and children will be invited to 'sign the chair'.
Parents can also buy signed copies of his books.
Writing Workshops for adults
James will be presenting some 'Writing Workshops' for people who are thinking of becoming a writer or have started their first book and just need some help and guidance.
In these Writing Workshops for adults, James will explain how he writes and shares his secrets on writing that first page, creating characters, adding twists that the reader wasn't expecting and much more. So if you want to write your first book, or struggling with that unfinished novel, now is your chance to learn from an author who has written over twenty books.
The audience will also have the opportunity to ask James questions directly in a Q&A session.
James will be available at the end to sign copies of his books.
Writing Workshops and Coffee
James also holds Book Writing & Coffee events to share his writing process and gives advice to writers who are writing their first book.
These are great 'Q&A' events, as well as the opportunity to meet other writers starting out for the first time...oh and have a great cup of coffee!
So if you have ever wanted to write a book of your own, be it for children or otherwise, now is your chance to learn from the author who has written over twenty books.
These events are FREE. You only pay for the coffee and cake!
James will be available at the end to sign copies of his books.
Schools taking part in 2024/25
St. Mark’s Catholic Primary School, Great Barr, Birmingham
We are so happy that St. Mark's Primary School have joined the Albert Mouse Book for Schools Project.
The pupils launched their Albert Mouse book on World Book Day.
Chair Chats is here
Chair Chats is our new regular podcast where James will have conversations with people who inspire him. He will discuss subjects that are important and talk about what drives them.
The guests will certainly have a story to tell, so pull up a chair because there are going to be some fascinating conversations.