Jacqueline Wilson and Nick Sharratt visit Foyles to discuss their 30 year collaboration as author and illustrator.

Jacqueline and Nick met shortly after she had written The Story of Tracy Beaker, and what followed was an expansive thirty-year period of collaboration. An author and illustrator creating some of the most iconic children's literature, developing a uniquely close and cooperative relationship as they did - and now long-time friends. This event looks to explore the unique relationship between author and illustrator: how the two worked together to 'build the book', and in doing so brought literature to life for their young readers.

Jacqueline Wilson wrote her first novel when she was nine years old, and she has been writing ever since. She is now one of Britain’s bestselling and most beloved children’s authors. She has written over 100 books and is the creator of characters such as Tracy Beaker and Hetty Feather. More than forty million copies of her books have been sold. As well as winning many awards for her books, including the Children’s Book of the Year, Jacqueline is a former Children’s Laureate, and in 2008 she was appointed a Dame.

Nick Sharratt has written and illustrated many books for children including Shark in the Park,You Choose and Kes Gray's Daisy series. He has won numerous awards for his picture books, including the Sheffield Children's Book Award and the 2001 Children's Book Award. He has also enjoyed stellar success illustrating Jacqueline Wilson's books, including creating the iconic character of Tracy Beaker in his distinctive illustrative style.

Your ticket includes a complimentary glass of wine.

Tickets: £10 General Admission / £8 Foyalty Member

Venue: The Auditorium (Level 6) at Foyles, 107 Charing Cross Road*

*Please note that the Auditorium at Foyles is fully accessible from the Ground floor lifts.

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