I’ll be taking part in a panel and running my own session at Bournemouth Writing Festival on Sunday 26th April.

Writing Diverse Characters 1.30-2.30pm

A panel on crafting diverse characters and the importance of representation.

Join award-winning authors Ashley Hickson-Lovence, Dean Atta, and Claire Linney as they discuss the importance of crafting diverse characters with authenticity and sensitivity. Dean, Ashley and Claire will be in conversation with Dr James Cole, course leader of BA (Hons) Creative Writing at Arts University Bournemouth. BOOK HERE

Discover the realities of being an award-winning children’s author with Claire Linney. 3.15pm - 4.15pm

What is the reality like of being a children's author? What are the different ways you can get published? Award winning children's author Claire Linney discusses why reading Black Tudors on maternity leave inspired her to write a children's book, her creative process and how social media has been the key to her success. BOOK HERE