Speakers

Tom is a best-selling author and illustrator well-known for his Big Bright Feelings series of picture books, such as  Ruby’s Worry and Ravi’s Roar. In May he will be BookTrust’s Writer-Illustrator in Residence, focussing on shared reading and its positive effects on children’s wellbeing. He is a dynamic and engaging performer for children, frequently travelling the country to visit nurseries and schools and perform readings, live drawings and songs. He lives in Gloucestershire.