Kent-based childrens' author Lucy Strange celebrates her debut YA novel...'Cut Him Out in Little Stars'
1pm - 2pm
Join bestselling Kent-based author Lucy Strange for a very special launch event, celebrating her breathtaking debut YA novel
Ages 11- Adult
Be among the very first readers to celebrate this new novel on publication day!
Featuring an exclusive reading by Lucy, followed by a Q&A and book signing, this promises to be a wonderful afternoon for readers who love beautifully written historical fiction, unforgettable mysteries and sweeping romance.
About 'Cut Him Out in Little Stars'
Kent, 1940.
After the devastating loss of her fiancé, Spitfire pilot Xander, Juliet returns to her family's ancestral home on the haunting landscape of Dungeness, hoping to rebuild her life. But as wartime secrets begin to emerge, Juliet discovers that the man she thought she knew may have been hiding the truth.
Drawn into the unsolved murder of a local girl and surrounded by the mysteries of Samphire House, she must uncover the past before she can begin to imagine her future.
Rich with atmosphere, mystery and romance, Cut Him Out in Little Stars is a beautifully crafted coming-of-age story exploring love, grief, courage and hope during one of Britain's most turbulent periods. Perfect for readers who love historical fiction with unforgettable characters and a touch of the gothic.
About Lucy Strange...
Lucy Strange is one of Britain's most acclaimed writers of historical fiction for young people. Her bestselling novels, including Our Castle by the Sea, The Secret of Nightingale Wood, The Ghost of Gosswater, Sisters of the Lost Marsh, The Island at the Edge of Night and the Lockett and Wilde series, have captivated readers with their atmospheric settings, compelling heroines and beautifully lyrical storytelling.
With Cut Him Out in Little Stars, Lucy brings her signature blend of mystery, history and emotion to an older YA readership, creating a sweeping wartime novel that is both deeply romantic and utterly unforgettable.
Tickets include:
* Exclusive reading from Lucy Strange's brand-new novel * Lucy discusses the inspiration behind the story, its historical setting and unforgettable characters
* Take part in a Q&A * Take home publication day copy of the book * Meet Lucy and have your book personally signed
* Celebrate publication day with fellow readers in the welcoming surroundings of Happy Reading Children's Bookshop
Whether you've loved Lucy's books for years or are discovering her writing for the very first time, this promises to be a memorable evening celebrating one of children's and YA fiction's most gifted storytellers.
£5 (includes signed copy of the book)
