A Selection of Cliff's Books
An Interview with Cranleigh Prep School:
Featuring The Nightmare Passage:
Cliff McNish
I work across KS2, 3 and 4, with different sessions for each age group
Inspirational talks and creative writing workshops.
How to craft a story in 5 easy steps.
Developing great characters.
Fantasy, ghost story and thriller writing.
Crafting humour.
All sessions are highly interactive and fun, and I work equally well with able or reluctant students.
Type of Artist:
AuthorDetails
Preferred age range:All students Key Stage 2-4.
No of sessions per day:
Up to three. Any combination of talks and workshops.
Session Length:
50 minutes to an hour is ideal. However, I can fit around your schedule.
Areas prepared to travel to:
I live in London, but am happy to travel anywhere, provided travel and overnight expenses are met.
Transport:
Train
Fees:
DBS/CRB:
Full Public Liability Insurance and CRB clearance.
Website:
Titles include:
Titles for KS2
The Doomspell – fantasy in the Narnia mode, sold in 26 languages worldwide. 'Gripping, racy, children have been fighting to borrow it.' The Guardian
Breathe: a ghost story – Cliff’s multiple award winning novel, voted by British Librarians in 2013 as one of the top 100 adult and children’s novels of all time. ‘A brilliantly inventive ghost story.' Booktrust
Going Home – a warm-hearted and funny dog story. 'Makes you laugh and some of it makes you cry ... an amazing story.' The Guardian Online.
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For KS3:
Breathe: a ghost story – Cliff’s multiple award winning novel, voted by British Librarians in 2013 as one of the top 100 adult and children’s novels of all time. ‘A brilliantly inventive ghost story.' Booktrust
Angel – a teenage girl starts seeing angels, and they’re real, but not from God. ‘Outstanding prose.’ The Times.
The Hunting Ground – another ghost story. 'McNish is one of our most talented thriller writers, with an ability to make your spine crawl and your heart pound with his stylish pared down prose.' Amanda Craig, The Times
Testimonials:
‘The children loved every moment of it.’ Head of English, St. Michael’s Primary School, Highgate
‘Fantastic, inspirational. Great, simple ideas that can be easily used. Very enthusiastic, funny and friendly.’ Kent Teachers’ Conference.
‘Quite frankly, we all enjoyed the day so much. You were wonderful.’ Head of English, Guilsborough School, Northampton.
‘A big thank you for working with the class of year 7’s on creative writing skills last week. They have come up with some wonderful pieces of work since your visit.’ Librarian, Downsend School, Leatherhead
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