Join us at Night Owl Books, East Linton, for a talk and book signing with bestselling and local author Abi Elphinstone, on Sunday, 22nd January, at 9.30am. Abi will be introducing and reading from her new children's book, Saving Neverland, followed by a book signing.Saving Neverland is suitable for children aged 7+.Tickets include entrance to the event, and are fully redeemable against book purchases on the day, or on Saving Neverland (which will be published on 5th January 2023) in advance of the event.Please note, children must be accompanied by an adult.About the book: Number 14 Darlington Road, looks like a perfectly ordinary townhouse - at first glance, anyway, but magic is good at hiding . . . when it's waiting for the right person to discover it . . .Martha Pennydrop is ten, and desperate to grow up. But growing up is a tricky business. It means turning your back on imagination, fun and magic, because those were the things that led to the Terrible Day when something awful nearly happened to Martha's younger brother, Scruff, which would have been All Her Fault.But when Martha and Scruff discover a drawer full of mysterious gold dust in the bedroom of their new house - along with a window that's seemingly impossible to close - it's the start of an incredible adventure to a magical world: Neverland! The Pennydrop's new house used to belong to another family - the Darlings - who once visited this world themselves. Now Peter Pan is back, and in need of their help. Neverland is in the icy grip of a terrible curse - cast long ago by Captain Hook. And only Martha and Scruff can save it . . .A reluctant Martha and excited Scruff are swept off to Neverland and into the company of the Lost Kids. But when Scruff is kidnapped, Martha must rediscover all the imagination, magic and belief she has buried deep inside herself for so long, to save him - and Neverland itself. Hardback, 320 pages, RRP £14.99. About Abi Elphinstone: Abi Elphinstone grew up in Scotland where she spent most of her childhood building dens, hiding in tree houses, and running wild across highland glens. After being coaxed out of her treehouse, she studied English at Bristol University and then worked as a teacher in Africa, Berkshire, and London. She is the author of the Dreamsnatcher trilogy and the Unmapped Chronicles, among other books for young readers, and the editor of anthology Winter Magic. When she’s not writing, Abi volunteers for the children’s literacy charity Coram Beanstalk, speaks in schools, and travels the world looking for her next story. COVID Precautions & Cancellation Policy As a courtesy to other attendees we would be grateful if you could take a lateral before attending, if you can, and if you feel unwell on the day, please err on the side of caution. Please note that tickets are non-refundable. In the event that you are unable to attend due to illness the ticket fee can be used as a credit at Night Owl Books until March 1st 2023.
