Kid’s Author-Illustrator Event: Ruby Amy Thompson 'Rock and Roll' (Ages 2-5)

2nd August 2026

The Happy Reading Children’s Bookshop

Join author-illustrator Ruby Amy Thompson at Happy Reading Children's Bookshop for a joyful celebration of her brilliant debut picture book

11am - 11.45am

Meet two unforgettable characters who couldn't seem more different... or could they?

Through humour, bold illustrations and plenty of surprises, Rock and Roll is a wonderfully original story that encourages children to look beyond first impressions and discover the unexpected things we have in common.

With bold visuals, big laughs, and a brilliantly playful layout, this is a story that celebrates connection; Rock and Roll always appear on opposite pages, yet their worlds are cleverly linked through shared experiences.

Perfect for fans of The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt and Oliver Jeffers, Odd Dog Out by Rob Biddulph, or Squirrel and Bird by Laura Baker and Stacey Thomas. This is a joyful picture book packed with read-aloud energy. A brilliant springboard for conversations about first impressions, identity, and all the weird and wonderful things that bring us together - even when we seem worlds apart.

During the session, the responsible adult(s) are very welcome to enjoy their favourite coffee and pastry downstairs at STAPLE or come and hang out upstairs in the bookshop!!

Children will sit for the reading, then move to a play/craft table for activities. All materials are provided and age-appropriate.

Booking is essential — spaces are limited!

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Ticket price: £5 per child (includes a free signed paperback copy of the book, usual RRP £7.99)

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Kid’s Author-Illustrator Event: Ruby Amy Thompson 'Rock and Roll' (Ages 2-5) The Happy Reading Children’s Bookshop (above Staple), 30a Reading Street, Broadstairs
CT10 3AZ

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07519 758232

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