The award-winning professional children’s author and animator, Niel Bushnell recently visited King James I Academy in Bishop Auckland for an exclusive meet and greet session at the school’s Year 6 Open Evening.
It was not the first time that Mr Bushnell had visited the school; the author of the hugely successful novels, Timesmith and Sorrowline had previously delivered a number of workshops for King James students who aspire to a career in writing.
There was a fantastic attendance at the event, with an abundance of local primary pupils and their families eager to meet the author and learn more about his books and extensive creative knowledge.
A spokesperson at the school said: “King James I strives to provide opportunities for the local community to share in experiences such as this and hopes that the chance to meet a professional author has inspired and encouraged young people to develop their skills in creative writing.”
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