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Are You Sitting Comfortably?

3-6

Saturday 24 August 10:00 - 10:30

Are You Sitting Comfortably? Find out more
Why not try? Thank You! with Jarvis Thank You! with Jarvis 3-6 Sun 25 Aug 13:00 - 14:00
 

Gruffalo Trail

All Ages

Saturday 24 August 10:00 - 10:30

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Oh help! Oh no! Can you find the Gruffalo? Join our trail around the Festival Village and see if you can spot the five characters from The Gruffalo. Find everyone for a discount on the special 25th anniversary edition in the Bookshop!…
 

Dance n’ Tales with Fergus McNicol and Moyra Banks

Age 6+ and Families

Saturday 24 August 10:00 - 11:00

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Immerse yourself in Dance'n'Tales, where Moyra and Fergus blend storytelling and dance to transport you through time and myth... From Ancient Egypt's mysteries to cosmic adventures among stars, and the raw power of nature's elements, every twist and turn…
 

Elemental Magic with Kiran Millwood Hargrave

9-12

Saturday 24 August 10:45 - 11:45

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Award-winning author Kiran Millwood Hargrave returns to the Book Festival for the Scottish launch of the thrilling second instalment of her bestselling Geomancer trilogy: The Storm and the Sea Hawk. Join Kiran in this special event to delve back into…
 

A Colourful Celebration with Dean Atta

3-6

Saturday 24 August 11:15 - 12:15

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Why not try? Fly Away with David Lindo & Sara Boccaccini Meadows Fly Away with David Lindo & Sara Boccaccini Meadows 7-10 Sat 10 Aug 13:00 - 14:00
 

Meet the Gruffalo

All Ages

Saturday 24 August 11:30 - 12:00

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Oh help! Oh no! It’s a Gruffalo! Meet Julia Donaldson’s most famous creation and join in with songs, dancing, and games. Don’t miss the opportunity to give the Gruffalo a cuddle or a high five, or snap a selfie…
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Step into the Fairy Tale Kingdom with Richard Ayoade & David Roberts

8-12

Saturday 24 August 11:45 - 12:45

Step into the Fairy Tale Kingdom with Richard Ayoade & David Roberts Find out more
Why not try? Poets for Peace with Joseph Coelho, Nikita Gill, Jackie Kay & Simon Lamb Poets for Peace with Joseph Coelho, Nikita Gill, Jackie Kay & Simon Lamb 7+ Sat 24 Aug 13:30 - 14:30
 

The Boy Who Loves to Lick The Wind with Fiona Carswell & Yu Rong

3-5

Saturday 24 August 11:45 - 12:45

The Boy Who Loves to Lick The Wind with Fiona Carswell & Yu Rong Find out more
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  • Learning disability friendly
Have you made friends in an unlikely way? Join this event all about celebrating your uniqueness (and a shared love of the seaside). Hear Fiona talk about the real-life inspiration for The Boy Who Loves to Lick The Wind and the process of bringing the…
 

Lost and Found with David Colmer & Leo Timmers

2-7

Saturday 24 August 13:00 - 14:00

Lost and Found with David Colmer & Leo Timmers Find out more
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Have you seen Bear’s glasses? Maybe his friend Giraffe will know where they are. Come with Bear on a super fun adventure filled with hilarious mishaps. Join award-winning picture book author and illustrator Leo Timmers and translator David Colmer for a…
 

Dance 'n’ Tales with Fergus McNicol and Moyra Banks

Age 6+ and Families

Saturday 24 August 13:00 - 14:00

Dance 'n’ Tales with Fergus McNicol and Moyra Banks Find out more
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Immerse yourself in Dance ’n’ Tales, where dancer Moyra Banks and storyteller Fergus McNicol blend storytelling and dance to transport you through time and myth… From Ancient Egypt’s mysteries to cosmic adventures among stars, and the raw power of nature’…