A Selection of Natasha's Books
Natasha Farrant
Type of Artist:
Natasha’s titles include the bestselling and award-winning World War 1 adventure story VOYAGE OF THE SPARROWHAWK, THE CHILDREN OF CASTLE ROCK and THE RESCUE OF RAVENWOOD, as well as short story collections THE GIRL WHO TALKED TO TREES and EIGHT PRINCESSES AND A MAGIC MIRROR.
Natasha talks about her books and runs creative writing workshops to celebrate the joy of reading, of creativity and connection. The format of all events can be adapted to the time available, to the ages of the participants and to the platform, but are most suitable to ages 8 to 12. Natasha is also available for panels, judging, festivals and other events.
Details
Preferred age range:9 year olds -12 year olds , 12 year olds +
Maximum number in any one session:
Up to 30 in workshop, up to 100 for talk
No of sessions per day:
Maximum of three sessions per day
Session Length:
Talk can be adapted to last from 40 minutes to an hour including questions, plus time for signing. Workshop 45 minutes to an hour, depending on number of students involved.
Areas prepared to travel to:
Natasha lives in London but will travel anywhere as long as travel and overnight expenses and travel are met.
Transport:
Prepared to travel anywhere as long as travel and overnight expenses are met.
Fees:
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Titles include:
For 9-14 year olds, The Diaries of Bluebell Gadsby series (Faber), a bittersweet, funny sad family saga.
Individual titles are:
AFTER IRIS,
FLORA IN LOVE,
ALL ABOUT PUMPKIN
and the final story coming out in August 2016 TIME FOR JAS
For 12+, THE THINGS WE DID FOR LOVE (Faber), a historical novel set in wartime France
Coming out in September 2016, LYDIA: THE BAD BENNET GIRL (Chicken House), a retelling of PRIDE AND PREJUDICE from the point of view of Lydia Bennet
Testimonials:
"engaging and inspiring - the boys thoroughly enjoyed meeting her and were surprised by how many ideas they were able to dream up in a relatively short amount of time!"
Teacher, Cothill House, Abingdon
“Natasha's visit was very well prepared. She related well to the students. Students enjoyed a Meet the Author and book signing session in the library. They enjoyed talking to her, and asking her questions about her books. I was delighted that the boys were also interested in the books, having heard Natasha talk in assembly. We felt that the visit achieved exactly what we wanted as a celebration of stories and books, plus allowing students to develop confidence in their own writing in the workshops. I'd highly recommend Natasha for an author visit."
Librarian, THE LATYMER SCHOOL, LONDON
“Natasha was one of the best authors we have had the pleasure of meeting. She really engaged with the girls and had them enthralled.”
Librarian, OXFORD HIGH JUNIOR SCHOOL
“The girls thoroughly enjoyed Natasha’s visit to our school. They found her presentations engaging and funny; with many commenting on how surprised they were to find that her books were influenced by real life experiences. The writing workshops that she conducted with our students were a fantastic success. All girls who were lucky enough to work with Natasha in some way have come away smiling, inspired and confident.”
Librarian, ST GEORGE'S ASCOT
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