I am a middle grade author who is passionate about telling stories which focus on unconventional families. I offer highly interactive assemblies, best suited for Years 5, 6 and 7. Debates unfold in a game of Would You Rather as we explore and celebrate the mix of nature and nurture that makes you uniquely you. I share my writing journey and inspirations and discuss what ingredients you need to create a great story of your own. I also run creative writing workshops where we focus on how to write a strong opening line as we unpick what you need to hook the reader in.

 

My books, The Doughnut Club and Max and Ella, Stuck Together, both centre around donor conceived characters, but they cover themes, fears and fun which are relatable to all children, no matter how they came into the world. Giving children opportunities to see the world through a different lens can be a huge step towards removing the fear of the unknown and building empathy, a hugely powerful skill which is at the heart of my visits.

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For more details on my visits, please visit my website Author Visits — Kristina Rahim

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To discuss availability and fees, please contact me via my website  Contact — Kristina Rahim

I write the Spooksmiths Investigates books and I’d love to visit your school. I am an Empathy Lab trained author, and I feel passionately about getting children interested in stories. My assembly is suitable for years 3-6 and delves into story inspiration and the world of the Spooksmiths. I also offer Think Like An Author workshops for years 5-6 delivering meaningful outcomes for young storywriters through suspense and atmosphere tasks and bringing characters to life through dialogue. 

 

I am based in Hertfordshire, but I am happy to travel.

You can contact me at alexatkinsonstories@gmail.com for more information