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.
The 2011 lecture, Both Perhaps Present, was given by Philip Pullman. A video of the lecture may be watched here.
The 2008 lecture took the form of a tribute to Philippa Pearce, and was given by, Victor Watson, David Wood and Julia Eccleshare. Alongside the main talks there were readings by Samuel West. The 2009 lecture was given by Michael Rosen. It was entitled, What is children's poetry for? : towards a new, but child-specific, 'Apologie for Poetrie' (Sir Philip Sidney, 1595). The 2010 lecture was given by Michael Morpurgo, at Seven Stories, The Centre for the Children’s Book, Newcastle. The 2012 lecture will be given by Malorie Blackman and the 2013 lecture by Kevin Crossley Holland
Details about each lecture (and any transcripts or audio or video) can be found by clicking here and choosing the appropriate year in the menu.
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