Kid’s Book Club: Star Kitties: Detective Kitty is on the Case! (Ages 5+)

Join Nicci this May half term for a magical and mystery-filled book club celebrating Star Kitties: Detective Kitty is on the Case! by Laura Ellen Anderson (Farshore), creator of the hugely popular Amelia Fang, Rainbow Grey and Marnie Midnight series!!

Perfect for readers aged 5+, this playful holiday book club will include a shared introduction to the story, detective-themed fun, chatting about cosmic magical cats and mysteries, plus creative activities inspired by their adorable world of Whiskery Paw. Expect imagination, giggles and plenty of feline fun in the bookshop! 🐱✨🔎

Meet the STAR KITTIES — the cutest magical cats ever! Alongside their best friend Tabitha Flair, these mischievous kitties are always finding adventure. But when Queen Moggaline suddenly disappears on Tabitha’s birthday, celebrations quickly turn into a mystery mission…

Can Tabitha crack the case, solve the missing moggy mystery and still have the best birthday ever?

Bursting with friendship, humour, adventure and Laura Ellen Anderson’s instantly recognisable illustrations, Star Kitties is a brilliant highly illustrated young fiction series perfect for readers growing in confidence and moving into first chapter books. With stylish turquoise and black artwork throughout, it’s a joyful read full of charm and personality.

A purr-fect holiday event for young readers who love magical worlds, cute characters, mysteries and interactive bookshop fun together.

Each child will enjoy:

✨ A read-along with Nicci

✨ Book-inspired activities perfect for young imaginations

— and every child takes home their own copy of the book to keep!

Timings: 9.30 - 10am
Recommended for: Ages 5+
Format: Reading followed by book-based activities
Duration: 30 minutes
Ticket: £5 per child (includes a FREE copy of the book RRP £7.99)

Important Information about the Book Club:

• Suitable for children aged 5+
• Event duration: approx. 30 minutes
• Ticket price: £5 per child (includes a paperback copy of the book, usually £7.99)
• Booking is essential — spaces are limited!
• The bookshop is on the first floor, accessed via a flight of stairs.
• Children will sit for the reading, then move to a play/craft table for activities. All materials are provided and age-appropriate.
• Adults may stay for the event (limited seating available) or relax with a coffee and pastry downstairs in STAPLE.
• If you can’t attend, please let us know so we can offer your space to another family.
• Photos may be taken for social media (backs of heads only). Please let us know at the start of the session if you prefer your child not to be included.

📧 Questions? Contact: [email protected]

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