In this issue:

Welcome

If you are planning a special event for CBCA Book Week, or any other week of the year, please have a look at the profiles of our wonderful speakers to lock in a visitor and presentation. 

Contact us at Speakers Ink or call on 07-3040-8465.

We are here to help you in any way possible.  If you have any suggestions on ways for us to improve, we always welcome your comments - contact us at Speakers Ink.

Voices on the Move 

We have many speakers travelling during 2018 - some speakers are coming to Brisbane while others are visiting regional cities: for a complete list check out all the up-to-date details on our Touring Speakers page.  A snapshot of the coming months is included below:

	Chris Collin	Mackay Region	18 - 22 June
	Edwina Shaw	Perth	18 June - 13 July
	Marco Gliori	Bundaberg Region	18 - 22 June
	Michael Salmon	SE Queensland	23 July - 3 August
	Simon Higgins	SE Queensland	30 July - 31 August
	Jenny Wang	SE Queensland	30 July - 31 August
	Justin D'Ath	SE Queensland	30 July
	Aleesah Darlison	Cairns and Surrounds	14 - 17 August
	Kathryn Apel	Brisbane	28 - 31 August

Congratulations...

Sheryl Gwyther is launching a new book 'Sweet Adversity' (Harper Collins) on July 8. Bookings are essential at this link: https://www.trybooking.com/VXHL  In 1928, Shakespearean actors, the McAllisters, are forced to leave their daughter Adversity at the Emu Swamp Children's Home. They fully intend to return, but things don't go according to plan. Then, to make matters worse, Scrimshaw, a villainous theatrical agent, hears the talented Addie sing. He plots to use her in his next money-making venture, but when he turns up at Emu Swamp to collect his prize, Scrimshaw finds she's run away. Together with Macbeth, her Shakespeare-quoting cockatiel, Addie is about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime. (Harper Collins)   Thank you for helping us be better writers. Apart from that we enjoyed just spending time with you! I hope this card gives you some inspiration for another book!  - Kate, aged 10, Ashgrove State School 2015

The Spotlight is on Nadia Sunde and Harry Potter

Speakers Ink is pleased to announce that Nadia Sunde has launched a new show - "Professor Frankie Falconette". The presentation is endorsed by the Harry Potter Franchise - Nadia is the only person in Australia contracted to conduct it. Under licensing arrangements she has been able to present this in Libraries and Festivals only however after much negotiation Speakers Ink is now able to exclusively market this show to schools.

Explore the magical world of the Harry Potter books with Professor Francesca “Frankie” Falconette, Harry Potter Enthusiast, as she brings to life the characters, creatures and adventures from J.K. Rowling’s bestselling Harry Potter Books.


"I just wanted to say that 'Professor Frankie' was marvellous at the event… She was fun and engaging, she played to her audience…she was utterly hilarious. She was also an excellent storyteller when she read an excerpt from the illustrated novel. Others who were at the event said similar positive things… I'll definitely be keeping an eye out for Frankie's events in the future :)

Supanova Expo - Professor Frankie Falconette

"Harry Potter is always a favourite, with our staff and customers alike, so we were really looking forward to the day - and it exceeded all of our expectations. Professor Frankie was incredible - the kids responded to her so well and she ran the whole thing so smoothly. This was undoubtedly the best children's event we have had at the shop for a very long time. Many of the parents stopped me on their way out to say what a fantastic time they had, and I have already received a few 'thank you' emails." 

Riverbend Books - Professor Frankie Falconette

CBCA Book Week 2018: Find Your Treasure Art Workshops

An exciting series of Professional Development workshops, with art activities based on a range of the CBCA short-listed books for 2018, as well as on this year’s exciting theme, “FIND YOUR TREASURE”. 

You will be inspired with ideas and practical activities to engage young readers and even those not so keen on reading! In Toowoomba, Fernvale, Ipswich and Brisbane. Cost $66 

Planned and delivered by Primary Art Network Ipswich and the Ipswich District Teacher-Librarian Network.
For Teacher Librarians, Primary Teachers, Prep Teachers, Art Teachers, Teacher Aides, Pre-Service Teachers and After School Coordinators.

• Hands-on art activities and comprehensive notes   
• Demonstrations and discussion
• Library and classroom display ideas  
• Professional Development Certificate for participants
• Talented Visual Art Specialists to guide you through  
• Will include selected books from Early Childhood, Picture Book, Eve Pownall and Crichton Award categories

For more info and bookings  https://www.trybooking.com/eventlist/idtl

What's Happening?

	Maria Gill will be touring Brisbane from 5 - 14 November 2018, to coincide with the 100th anniversary of Armistice Day.
	Word Play, the Brisbane Writer's Festival Education program for young readers, storytellers and illustrators has launched its program for this year. The program will be held from 4-7 September at the State Library of Queensland and GOMA. Program and booking information can be found here.

	The CBCA Book of the Year Award will be announced in Brisbane in 2018. The CBCA (Qld) branch will host this flagship event which will be open to the public at no cost. However, it is essential to book through a ticketing process. Ticket numbers are limited, so mark these dates in your diary now and book to reserve your seat.​
	Awards announcement - Friday 17 August 11.30 am in Auditorium 1, State Library of Queensland - bookings open 9 am Tuesday 17 July. Booking links will be on the CBCA website and Facebook page.
	Acclamation: parts 1&2 is an exhibition of illustrations from Australian children’s books that have been awards-listed in any notable Awards competition. It will be shown across local Brisbane libraries from June to October. The participating libraries are:
	Carindale: June – Part 1; July – Part 2 Indooroopilly: June - Part 2; July – Part 1 Chermside: August – Parts 1&2  Garden City: September-early October – Parts 1&2   Entry is free and the exhibitions will be on display in the public areas of the libraries.

Dates for your Diary

“We're all mad here.” 
― Cheshire Cat, Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll

Yours in promoting literacy from all at the Speakers Ink team,