Join author Darren Garwood and illustrator Carl Osborne for an inspiring and interactive Book Nook session celebrating courage, resilience and the power of believing in yourself. Based on the true story of a remarkable young boy, Jackson Superhero shows that every child has the potential to be extraordinary, no matter the challenges they face.

Perfect for families and young readers, this uplifting event combines engaging storytelling with live illustration and audience participation, encouraging children of all abilities to dream big, embrace their unique strengths and discover the superhero within themselves. A heartwarming session full of hope, creativity and inspiration that will stay with audiences long after the story ends.

Welcome to the group chat! It's called Cringe Club because, as you might have guessed, it contains a cringe binge of EPIC proportions. Enter at your own risk (of cringe) and remember... what is said in Cringe Club, STAYS in Cringe Club. Author and comedy writer Emily-Jane Clark will introduce children to her hilarious and best-selling series with protagonist Kennedy King, discussing all things important to becoming An Author and leaving you inspired to go on your own creative journey. This laugh-out-loud (and of course - super CRINGE!) event is perfect for kids aged 9+, and for fans of Lottie Brooks, Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Dork Diaries.

Get ready for giggles, songs and plenty of wonderfully silly fun with author Jim Beckett as he brings the hilarious world of Buzz Sausage Wolf to life. Follow Buzz's adventures as he discovers that sometimes the most unexpected friendships turn out to be the very best, in a story full of laughter, kindness and surprises.

Perfect for newly independent readers and younger families, this energetic Book Nook session is packed with interactive storytelling, audience participation, puppets, songs and lots of laughs. With Jim's infectious enthusiasm and larger-than-life performance, this is a feel-good event that will have the whole family smiling from start to finish.

Join author and illustrator Tom Tinn-Disbury for a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud adventure as Duck sets off on his most important delivery yet! Packed with hilarious mishaps, colourful characters and plenty of quacking good fun, this delightful story celebrates determination, positivity and never giving up, even when things don't quite go to plan.

Perfect for younger readers and families, this interactive Book Nook session combines lively storytelling with creative hands-on fun. Children can make their own duck beaks, create paper aeroplanes and take part in a fun postcard activity, making this a joyful event full of imagination, laughter and family fun.

Join much-loved author Francesca Simon as she brings the irrepressible ‘Horrid Henry’ to life. From dreadful teachers to disastrous lessons, Francesca will share some of Henry’s funniest adventures and talk about how one very naughty boy became a global phenomenon. Expect plenty of laughs, mischievous storytelling and a chance for young readers to ask their own questions.

Step into the colourful world of Mr. Men and Little Miss and meet the wonderfully mischievous Mr. Tickle in person! Pop by for a fun-filled meet and greet, with plenty of opportunities for smiles, high-fives and unforgettable family photos.

Perfect for little ones and lifelong fans alike, this joyful Book Nook experience celebrates one of the world's most beloved storybook characters, who has been making children laugh for generations.

Mr, Tickle will be at CarFest on Saturday only, so families should plan their visit to catch him before he heads off on his next adventure.

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Join actor, comedian and bestselling author Ben Miller to hear about his journey to becoming and author and why he loves writing children’s books.

Ben will introduce the latest adventure from his Fairytale Woods series, The Diary of a Dreadful Dragon. Banished from yet another kingdom, Malgundrax the dragon has arrived in the Fairytale Woods, eager to build up a new hoard of treasures… and when he joins the three bears’ delivery company, it’s the perfect cover for sneaking into homes and stealing shiny things! But when he actually starts making friends, stealing starts to lose its sparkle. Can this dragon change his ways?

Laughs guaranteed in this fun event from a million copy selling author!

Get ready for a laugh-out-loud adventure with award-winning author and real-life postman Ben Davis as he takes you on an unforgettable journey into the brilliantly bonkers world of Postman Planet!

Bursting with hilarious storytelling, silly voices, real-life tales from Ben's postie adventures and plenty of audience participation, this high-energy session is guaranteed to have the whole family laughing. Discover how a simple idea can become an out-of-this-world story and meet the nine-year-old postman who's on the biggest delivery mission in the universe!

Perfect for curious imaginations, aspiring storytellers and space explorers aged 6+, this is one delivery you definitely won't want to miss!