World Book Day: Why Books, Bookshops, Libraries and Writers Festivals Matter - Thursday, 23 April, 9am
The Festival kicks off with an acknowledgement of World Book Day and a discussion about the role of books in our lives, and importance of book-connected activities, discussions and debate.
The Attention War: Can books lure kids off their screens? - Friday 24 April, 9am
The book’s biggest competitor is the screen. And despite new social media bans, kids are still finding companionship and entertainment via the laptop or iPhone. How can parents encourage book reading in ways that are meaningful and bring results?