

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Kid’s Author Event: Petr Horáçek 'A Best Friend for Bear' (2+)
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 01:45 pm
- **Event Description**: Happy Reading Children’s Bookshop is very proud to host an event with legendary author, illustrator - Petr Horàćek!About this EventJoin legendary Children's author and illustrator, Petr Horáćek at Happy Reading Children's Bookshop for a celebration of one of his many Children's picture books 'A Best Friend for Bear', published by Walker Books....This is a heart-warming picture book about a charming bear duo on an adventure to find a best friend. They search everywhere, but their elusive friend is nowhere to be found. Or have they been right there all along?Author-Illustrator, Petr Horáček grew up on the outskirts of Prague, where he studied painting at the Academy of Fine Art. He met his English wife, Claire, there, and in 1995, they moved to England. His first picture books, Strawberries are Red and What is Black and White?, were published in 2001, and he received the Books For Children Newcomer Award in the same year. Since then, Petr has written and illustrated numerous books for children, including bestsellers Puffin Peter and Blue Penguin. Petr has won awards for his books all over the world and travels widely, doing events in schools and festivals. He especially enjoys working with children, encouraging them to paint and draw. He believes that picture books are for everyone, and that good picture books don’t just teach children to be readers, but also develop imagination, encourage creativity, and help them become observant and investigative. Petr lives in Worcester, England, with his wife Claire, and they have two grown-up daughters. His latest books, published in 2025, are Green Hippo (Walker Books) and The Long Walk (Ragged Bears).Our cosy, creative session is perfect for young book-lovers and their grown-ups. Children will:Enjoy an interactive storytime with Petr HoráçekTake part in fun, age-appropriate creative activities inspired by the bookHave the chance to ask questions about stories, characters and illustrationWhether your child already loves drawing and storytelling, or is just beginning their reading journey, this gentle, welcoming event is designed to spark imagination and joy.— and every child takes home their own copy of the book to keep!Timings: 1 - 1.45pmRecommended for: Ages 2+Format: Reading followed by a draw-alongDuration: 45 minutesTicket: £5 per child (includes a FREE signed copy of the book RRP £7.99)Important Information:Suitable for children aged 3+Event duration: approx. 45minutes (includes signing)Ticket price: £5 per child (includes a paperback copy of the book RRP £7.99)Booking is essential — spaces are limited!The bookshop is on the first floor, accessed via a flight of stairs.Children will sit for the reading, then move to a play/craft table for 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  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/9ead2550-fa15-11f0-9939-fb8a43abfffa-rimg-w1200-h662-dc91ce96-gmir.jpg
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/broadstairs/kid’s-author-event-petr-horáçek-a-best-friend-for-bear-2/100001981522967537
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, fine-arts, festivals, trips-adventures, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

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- **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

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- **organizer**: Happy Reading Children's Bookshop (https://allevents.in/org/happy-reading-childrens-bookshop/25840163)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Happy Reading Children's Bookshop, 30a Reading Street, Broadstairs, United Kingdom
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 5 up to 5 GBP
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Happy Reading Children's Bookshop
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** art, literary-art, fine-arts, festivals, trips-adventures, storytelling
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Kid’s Author Event: Petr Horáçek 'A Best Friend for Bear' (2+) ?
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