Thunderbirds are Go! And the new TV series begins today!
I was a big fan first time around. I can’t believe that was fifty years ago! Grumpy old me worries that it’s not going to be as good as the original series, but hopeful, smiley me actually thinks it will be terrific.
While I wait for the first episode, here is a how to draw Thunderbird 2 video. It’s the original TB2 – if I get really excited, I might do the new version as well!
I’ve been to Cardiff twice this week, for the Children’s Literature Festival, which is great fun and superbly organised.
Yesterday,a few people were waylaid on their way to my Dragon Gold storytelling and drawing session by Wally and his friends. You didn’t have to look too hard to find him as he was stopping every passerby for a chat!
On Tuesday, I spoke at a session for grown ups who would like to write for children. With me was Philippa Milnes-Smith, now a top children’s book agent, but once, long ago, she was my editor at Blackie and Puffin Books. It was great to see her again and catch up. We were introduced by author and broadcaster, Phil Carradice.
Thanks to everyone involved!
I’m thrilled to announce that Dragon Gold has been Highly Commended by the Tir na n-Og Prize judging panel.
You may also be interested to know that Dragon Gold is turning into a trilogy – I’ve been commissioned by Firefly to write the second book in the series, called Dragon White, which we are among to launch for halloween this year. I’d better get my skates on and do some writing! – at least the cover artwork is done.
signed copies are available with free poster!