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Inspire Young Readers with Tom Palmer
Award-winning children's author Tom Palmer is now taking bookings for 2026–27 school, library and festival visits.
Available in person or virtually, Tom's engaging sessions focus on reading for pleasure, sport and writing about history. Through assemblies, workshops and interactive Q&As, he inspires children to develop a love of reading while building confidence in their own writing.
Known for his popular football and historical fiction books, Tom has a unique ability to engage reluctant readers and bring the past to life through storytelling. His latest historical novel, If the Invader Comes, set in WWII Cornwall, is out now.