A rare opportunity for children of all ages to meet legendary author and performance poet John Agard.  

John has won many awards for his writing, including the Queen’s Gold Medal for Poetry and, The Lifetime Achievement Award from Book Trust (2021). His poetry collections for children and adults address many different themes, including ethnicity and ancient mythology, with a blend of wit, humour and acute observation of the human condition. 

A puckish, joyous and inimitable performer, mixing ‘straight’ English with Caribbean Creole to exhilarating effect, John will delight us with a selection of readings including his 2022 children’s book When Creature Met Creature. Sure to be a warm, witty, generous, and flamboyant event – not to be missed! 

Family friendly event, most suitable for children 4 years+