PHILIPPA PEARCE died in 2006, but respect and affection for her writing is as strong as ever. In her memory, a series of lectures is now underway, each intended to celebrate excellence in writing for children and to emphasize its continuing vital importance.
The 2012 lecture will be given by Malorie Blackman and is entitled, 21st Century Storytelling: Will the advent of new technology create a paradigm shift in the writing and reading of children's literature? It will take place on 6th September at Homerton College, Cambridge.
For details about each lecture (including any transcripts, audio or video) please follow the links below:
2008: Julia Eccleshare, Victor Watson, David Wood
2009: Michael Rosen
2010: Michael Morpurgo
2011: Philip Pullman
2012: Malorie Blackman
2013: Kevin Crossley Holland
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The lectures remain free and are funded entirely by donations. If you would like to make a donation, please follow this link.