Mystery Writing workshop with Holly Webb - Waterstones Taunton

Schedule

Sat May 16 2026 at 03:00 pm to 04:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Waterstones | Taunton, EN

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About this Event

A Girl’s Guide to Spying: A mystery writing workshop with superstar children’s author Holly Webb.

"A Girl’s Guide to Spying is a compelling blend of intrigue, mystery and puzzle solving. Join Rose Patrol as they find themselves caught up in a dangerous race against time to uncover the identity of a double agent. Packed full of twists and turns, this is a real page-turner of a read. Inspired by the real-life work of Girl Guides during the First World War, this historical mystery is a must have for fans of Robin Stevens." Jo Clarke – Waterstones

Holly’s highly interactive workshop is designed to engage budding young writers, by sharing her journey and how research inspired her to write a spy story full of intrigue, mystery and puzzle solving. Children will explore how to find brilliant ideas everywhere – from moments in history to the things that inspire them. Holly will also show children that every real-life experience can be described and transformed into an imaginative story.

Suitable for budding young writers aged 7 + years

Paper and pencils will be provided but children are encouraged to bring their own sketch books and pencils/pens.

The Child Book & Ticket bundle includes a copy of A Girl’s Guide to Spying (RRP £7.99), available for collection at the event.

Please especially note that ticket holders 16 years of age and under must be accompanied by an adult but parents/guardians accompanying their children to this workshop do not require a ticket (one accompanying adult per child with ticket.)

The event may be filmed and photographed, as an attendee you consent to footage of you being used for promotional purposes.

If you have any questions about this event or if you have access requests, please do let us know how we can support your visit by emailing [email protected]

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Waterstones, East Street, Taunton, United Kingdom

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GBP 5.00 to GBP 11.00

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