Michael Foreman - with Michael Morpurgo (children's event)

A unique opportunity to hear one of the most successful and best-loved writing and illustrating partnerships, Michael Foreman and Michael Morpurgo, in conversation in this 2006 event. Between them they have worked on over 250 books for children and remain firm favourites of Book Festival audiences. Suitable for families and age 8 upwards.

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