Description
Join Sophie Anderson for a magical reading of her children’s book The House with Chicken Legs Runs Away, the spellbinding return to the beloved world of Marinka and her extraordinary house.
Filled with folklore, adventure and unforgettable characters, this enchanting event explores the inspiration behind Sophie’s storytelling and the magical worlds interwoven throughout her books. Audiences will journey through tales of friendship, courage and discovery as Sophie shares the secrets behind her much-loved characters and stories.
Perfect for young readers and families, this is a wonderful opportunity to meet one of contemporary children’s fiction’s most imaginative storytellers.
Please note children must be accompanied by an adult. Please ensure you book tickets for every member of your party.
About the Author
Sophie Anderson
Sophie Anderson is a bestselling author whose writing is inspired by folk and fairy stories, especially the Slavic tales told by her Prussian grandmother. Anderson has won the Independent Bookshop Book of the Year Award and Wales Book of the Year Award and has been shortlisted for the CILIP Carnegie Medal and the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize. Anderson’s books have been translated into over 25 languages and The House with Chicken Legs has been adapted for stage.
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