Joffre White
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Joffre White

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Author, a U.K. Patron of Reading, a member of the National Association of Writers in Education and the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI). He actively promotes the importance of reading, literacy and creative writing by visiting primary and secondary schools, colleges, libraries and events across the U.K. delivering his acclaimed, interactive, motivational and inspiring sessions designed to excite and energise young people’s imagination and interest in the power of words. He is a firm believer that every school should have a fully funded library and a librarian at its heart. Touring since 2010 and taking in venues across the UK, featuring on BBC Radio programmes, and appearing at events including, Hampshire Children in Care Awards, Swindon Youth Festival of Literature, International Kid’s Lit Quiz, Appledore Book Festival, Furness LitFest, Penzance Literary Festival, The Berkshire Book Award, Wessex Amazing Book Award, The Concorde Book Award, Sherborne Literary Festival, The Earl’s Court Literacy Festival, Wells Festival of Literature, and The Frome Festival. Joffre has now made more than 2000 appearances with return visits requested regularly. 'Shout out to the amazing @JoffreWhite a truly inspirational author and superhero reading champion to children, teachers, TAs and School Librarians.' - Gareth Evans, Librarian Abbeyfield School, Chippenham. 'I would 100% recommend an author visit from Joffre, his visit captivated our Year 7 students and our guests from Tor Bridge Primary. His passion was contagious and inspirational.’ - Joanne Bowles, Tor Bridge High Librarian, Plymouth. "Aura Boy is a thrilling read. Joffre White writes children's books with a rare energy and knows how to construct a story that children will want to read. It’s the kind of accessible, pacy novel that young readers will absolutely love." Jon Biddle, English Lead, Primary School. "Joffre White's book (Frog) isn't just about the magic of faerie kingdoms, it's about the magic of childhood. It's not just about knights and dragons but about how a child becomes a man. It's not just another young adult fantasy, it's a really good read." Simon R Green New York Times Bestselling Author. "Joffre White is a master storyteller, his books leave you breathless." Alexander Gordon Smith, Award winning author of The Fury, The Furnace Series & The Devil’s Engine. If you would like Joffre to visit your school or event, please contact him through his web site or social media pages.
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