Holly is available for talks and workshops across the UK
“Holly produced a very inspiring talk for our schools, exploring her background as a reader and her wide-ranging, fascinating experience as a writer. Her talk was not only of the highest quality, but also interesting, perfectly-pitched and therefore engaging for students and teaching staff alike. Holly's passion and enthusiasm is so clear and is incredibly infectious. I hope many young people have the opportunity to benefit from her experience and enthusiasm.”
— Shorny Malcolmson, Project Manager of PiXL Reading at The PiXL Club
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Talk: From Screen to Page
In this informal talk and Q&A, I will discuss my route to publication, what it’s like being an author, and my previous career as a script editor in film and TV for companies such as Aardman Animations and Working Title Films.
Lasts up to 1 hour (flexible)
Q&A
Adaptable for years 8-13
Ideal for reluctant readers
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Workshop: Scriptwriting Secrets
In this interactive and hands-on workshop, students will learn how to use film and TV storytelling techniques to bring visual flair and pace to their creative writing.
Involves plenty of geeking out to YouTube clips, discussing what makes students’ favourite films and shows work, and learning how these techniques can be transferred to the students’ own creative writing.
1-2 hours (flexible)
Up to 30 students
Ideal for years 9-13 - content will be adapted to suit
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Workshop: Modern Myths
A fun workshop to get students giving the myths and legends of their childhood a fresh, modern spin that is uniquely theirs.
Great for building students’ creative confidence, and helping them to look and think about their own life experiences through new perspectives.
1-2 hours (flexible)
Up to 30 students
Ideal for Years 8-10 - content will be adapted to suit
Includes a reading and Q&A
Contact me to discuss availability and to book: