katherine woodfine

Saturday 17th October, 12.00pm, Kings Hall, Ilkley

Jacqueline Wilson at Ilkley Literature Festival

I can't wait to interview the one and only Dame Jacqueline Wilson, author of over 120 books and one of our best-loved writers for children and young people, at the Ilkley Literature Festival this year.

We'll explore how she started her writing career, how she created some of her best-loved characters, and hear about her brand new book Esme Pepper. 

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Available for 2026-2027 academic year

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Author events for schools

I currently have some limited availability for in-person school events this academic year. Please contact me for more information, or booking enquiries.

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I am also able to offer virtual events: get in touch if you'd like to know more.

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Don't forget to check out my resources for KS2/KS3 or for KS1 for lots of free materials for teachers and schools.​

Sunday 18th October, 11.00am,  Atkinson's Upper Hall, Lancaster

Wilkie Collins's The Moonstone at Lancaster Litfest

Join  me to hear all about my latest book, an adaptation of the classic novel The Moonstone by Wilkie Collins which is often described as the first detective novel written in English. We'll be talking about how I adapted this Victorian mystery for today's young readers just a stone's throw from where Wilkie Collins stayed when he visited Lancaster with Charles Dickens in 1857.

Saturday 28th November, 3-5pm  Atkinson's Upper Hall, Lancaster

Lancaster Litfest: Launch of The Christmas Book

Join me to celebrate my new festive book The Christmas Book illustrated by Lizzy Stewart.

All ages are welcome to come along to a cosy afternoon of readings and activities to celebrate the book, discover the Icelandic book-gifting tradition of Jólabókaflóð (the Christmas Book Flood) that inspired the story, and to join in with seasonal crafts.
Books and festive refreshments will be available to buy.