Jimmy Whiskers comes to Hornby Library

An action-packed family hour with the creators of Jimmy Whiskers! Enjoy live illustration, author reading & activities. Bookings essential.
About this Event

Join us for an fun family hour at Matatiki Hornby Library as we celebrate the launch of the brand-new children's wild-animal adventure, Jimmy Whiskers and the Great Parrot Rescue.

Written by Jenny McGlone and illustrated by Amanda Fookes, this exciting new children's novel series is recommended for readers aged 8-12, but this special library event is designed for the whole family to enjoy together.

What to expect

• Behind the scenes short video - How we made Jimmy Whiskers and the Great Parrot Rescue, showing the book on a real printing press!
• Author talk and short reading from the book
• Live illustration demo on how to draw a gorilla
• Hands-on family activities at the tables
• Free bookmark for each child attending
• Book signing and sales: Grab your own copy of Jimmy Whiskers and the Great Parrot Rescue for more family fun for just $20 each AND have it signed by Jenny herself! (Available during the activities time)