A Selection of Abiola's Books
Abiola Bello
Type of Artist:
AuthorI typically run ‘how I became an author’ inspirational talks, short readings, Q&As – plenty of interaction with the children. Workshops are more practical and typically for Emily Knight we brainstorm superpowers and talk through a battle scene (it can get noisy and is lots of fun). For The Very Merry Murder Club, we play a game of ‘who-done-it’ based on characters from my story.
Details
Preferred age range:Prefer children aged 7 -14 for my middle grade books mentioned above and 13+ for my YA book (out 2022).
Maximum number in any one session:
I don’t mind
No of sessions per day:
2
Session Length:
I usually do an hour so that works to do a talk for 30, workshop for 15 mins then signing books or Q&A.
Areas prepared to travel to:
London based. Open to anywhere if expenses are paid and depending on the distance my travel time is covered at my hourly rate.
Transport:
Will travel by train, car or bus/coach but not sure how much to charge
Fees:
DBS/CRB:
No
Hold PLI (public liability insurance):
No
Website:
Twitter:
@ABelloWrites
Titles include:
Emily Knight I am
Emily Knight I am…Awakened
Emily Knight I am…Becoming
The Very Merry Murder Club
Love in Winter Wonderland
Testimonials:
'Abiola had 200 children absorbed in her warrior world and author journey. They loved her and Emily Knight'
Kate Manning, Children's Director of The Stoke Newington Literary Festival
‘They really enjoyed Abiola’s speech and learnt a lot about the world of publishing and writing’
Nimesha Nathoo, PR and Project Coordinator
‘Abiola was fantastic! Had the kids captivated and the warrior game really took their imagination to another level’
Emma, Yr 6 teacher Newington Green
