Literary legend Michael Rosen to head to Shrewsbury
A literary icon will come to Shrewsbury as part of the town's Children's Bookfest later this month.
Michael Rosen will be at Priory School on April 28 to entertain hundreds of children from primary schools across the town, with his captivating personality and agile mind.
Children’s Laureate from 2007to 2009, he is author of over 140 books, including the classic children’s favourite, We’re Going On A Bear Hunt that was made into a film last Christmas.
He is especially known for his comic poems, but he has also written movingly for children on the pain of love and loss following the death of his son in Michael Rosen’s Sad Book.
“Michael Rosen was one of the first poets to make visits to schools throughout the UK, to enthuse children with his passion for books and poetry,” said Joanna Hughes, coordinator of Shrewsbury Children’s Bookfest.
"He has also visited schools throughout the world. So we are absolutely thrilled and very proud that thanks to the generosity and support of a rather magical, anonymous donor and The Priory School, we are able to welcome such an undisputed giant of children’s literature to Shrewsbury.
"We know it will be a truly memorable event for everyone lucky enough to be there.”
Tickets for this and all the other festival events can be found at www.shrewsburybookfest.co.uk
