# Event Details - **Event Name**: Kids Author Event: M**der on a Midsummer Night with Lucy Strange (Ages 9+) - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 11:00 am – Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 11:45 am - **Event Description**: Join bestselling Children's author Lucy Strange at Happy Reading Children's Bookshop for a very special in-person author event!About this EventJoin bestselling author Lucy Strange at Happy Reading Children's Bookshop for a thrilling celebration of M**der on a Midsummer Night!Perfect for readers aged 9–11, this exciting event features an exclusive reading from Lucy's captivating new mystery, and a creative activity followed by an audience Q&A and book signing.Packed with unforgettable characters, atmospheric settings and page-turning suspense, M**der on a Midsummer Night is a wonderfully cosy mystery from one of Britain's most celebrated children's authors.Perfect for readerswho love solving puzzles, spotting clues and getting lost in unforgettable stories.ABOUT M**der ON A MIDSUMMER NIGHTSir Percy's magnificent midsummer costume party promises to be an unforgettable evening... until one of the guests is mysteriously poisoned.With the village policeman completely out of his depth, it's up to Eliza, Bram and Krish to untangle a web of secrets, suspicious suspects and unexpected twists before the truth disappears forever.Beautifully illustrated by Hannah Peck and published in Barrington Stoke's award-winning dyslexia-friendly format, M**der on a Midsummer Night is a deliciously cosy mystery packed with suspense, humour and page-turning intrigue.Perfect for readers who enjoy clever mysteries, memorable characters and stories that keep you guessing until the very last page."Lucy is such a whizz bang story teller … Murderously Good Fun." ― Hilary McKay"A wonderful introduction to detective fiction in Barrington Stoke’s super-readable, dyslexia-friendly format … This is a hugely engaging, fun and pacy M**der mystery, in which readers can race to solve the crime before the baffled Inspector Plum manages to get his head around the idea of motive, means and opportunity" ― Helen Peters"In little more than 100 pages, Strange impressively introduces a whole cast of quirky characters who are caught up in the ensuing M**der investigation, boldly led by amateur detective, Eliza. This has a classic feel while also being lively and engaging." ― The BooksellerABOUT LUCY STRANGELucy Strange is the bestselling, award-winning author of beloved children's novels including The Secret of Nightingale Wood, Our Castle by the Sea, The Island at the Edge of Night, The Ghost of Gosswater, The Lockett & Wilde Mysteries and The Boy at the Window. Her atmospheric storytelling, unforgettable characters and beautifully crafted mysteries have made her one of Britain's most celebrated authors for young readers.Published by Barrington Stoke, M**der on a Midsummer Night is presented in a dyslexia-friendly format.At this exciting event, children will:? Enjoy a live reading with Lucy Strange followed by a creative activity based on the book?️ Discover the inspiration behind M**der on a Midsummer Night and how Lucy creates her unforgettable mysteries✍️ Meet Lucy and have their book personally signed? Celebrate the joy of reading with one of Britain's most talented children's authorsWhether your child is already a Lucy Strange fan or is discovering her books for the very first time, this welcoming event promises an unforgettable morning of mystery, storytelling and imagination.— and every child takes home their own copy of M**der on a Midsummer Night to continue the mystery at home!Important Information:Suitable for children aged 9 - 11Event duration: approx. 45 minutesBooking is essential — spaces are limited!The bookshop is on the first floor, accessed via a flight of stairs.Children will sit for the book club, and may move to a large table for the creative writing book club activities. All materials are provided and age-appropriate.Adults may stay for the event (limited seating available) or relax with a coffee and pastry downstairs in STAPLE.If you can’t attend, please let us know so we can offer your space to another family.Photos may be taken for social media (backs of heads only). Please let us know at the start of the session if you prefer your child not to be included.? Questions? Contact: books@happyreading.uk - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/broadstairs/kids-author-event-mder-on-a-midsummer-night-with-lucy-strange-ages-9/100001993540376932 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, kids, sports, costume-parties, storytelling, parties, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 45 minutes - Location: Happy Reading Children's Bookshop - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 5, max: 5, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Broadstairs - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Happy Reading Children's Bookshop - **lat**: 51.3743726 - **long**: 1.4312459 - **full address**: Happy Reading Children's Bookshop, 30a Reading Street, Broadstairs, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Kids Author Event: M**der on a Midsummer Night with Lucy Strange (Ages 9+) - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/de647a0839a74b3a616cbe54aee8372e68309db0b2e6d3d268710a1645db48ee-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1783630348 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Kids Author Event: M**der on a Midsummer Night with Lucy Strange (Ages 9+) being held? - **A:** Kids Author Event: M**der on a Midsummer Night with Lucy Strange (Ages 9+) takes place on Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 11:00 am to Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 11:45 am at Happy Reading Children's Bookshop, 30a Reading Street, Broadstairs, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Kids Author Event: M**der on a Midsummer Night with Lucy Strange (Ages 9+)? - **A:** Kids Author Event: M**der on a Midsummer Night with Lucy Strange (Ages 9+) is organized by Happy Reading Children's Bookshop. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Kids Author Event: M**der on a Midsummer Night with Lucy Strange (Ages 9+) is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Broadstairs, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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Together with my outreach work with schools and the local community as The Kids Books Curator, the Happy Reading Children’s Bookshop represents the culmination of my ultimate goal – establishing a physical presence on the high street. This shop is more than just a place to buy books; it's a vibrant community hub where young readers can discover the joy of reading and where we can foster a lifelong love of literature in children. Our collaboration with the café and artisanal bakery STAPLE means that visitors can also enjoy a shared love of coffee, cakes, and books in a cozy and welcoming environment.” - Nicci Rosengarten, Founder, Happy Reading Children’s Bookshop, Broadstairs, Kent.Discover a dreamy Children’s bookshop filled with books to inspire and nurture young minds (and also the slightly older)!!The Happy Reading Children's Bookshop is a collaboration with STAPLE, an artisanal baker and café that uses traditional techniques and seasonal ingredients to create delicious, handmade breads and viennoiseriee pastries. STAPLE has multiple highly popular cafés across the Isle of Thanet including Broadstairs, Margate, Ramsgate and Westgate-on-Sea.Founded by a multi-award winning bookseller Nicci Rosengarten (a Moon Lane alumnus), this delightful Children's literary destination at Staple Broadstairs is on the quaint and picturesque, and aptly named, Reading Street, located in the historic village of St Peters, just in land from Botany Bay and Joss Bay. Our store is 20 minutes walk from Broadstairs Station and free parking is available both on, and at either end of Reading Street.Outreach with local schools, home educators and other children's services is a priority. In-store events happen regularly, including a free (relaxed) children's storytime on Friday mornings. Teachers receive a 10% discount on books in store with a school ID!!" } ] } ] ```