The World of Wendy Meddour
Writing Consultant | Multi-award winning author | Professor of Creative Writing
My events.
If you would like to book me for an event, online or in person, I am available for:
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Literary festivals and school programmes: I deliver author events, interviews about my writing career, and chair panels of other novelists and children's writers.
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Creative writing workshops: I lead workshops for aspiring writers of all levels, backgrounds, and ages.
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Keynote speeches and training sessions: I focus on various topics related to the importance of creativity, and the power of children's books.
Who books me?
In recent years, I have delivered events for children and aspiring writers at international book festivals including Edinburgh, Oxford, Cambridge, Twente, the Dubai Publishing Summit, and the Emirates Literature Festival, as well as for a range of national and international school programmes. I also train teachers and educators to inspire creativity.
Who have I collaborated with?
My commitment to promoting children's literacy has led to exciting collaborations with Book Trust, The Open University, The British Embassy, First Story, CLPE, Seven Stories, the Family Festival of Learning, the Royal Society of Chemistry, Empathy Lab, the Manchester Library Network, Fife Libraries, and the Youth Library Group.
What media platforms do I engage with?
My stories regularly feature on CBeebies and have been read by celebrities including Emily Watson, Louis Theroux and Tom Hardy. I am always happy to discuss my writing career on radio, social media platforms, and podcasts, and have been a guest on BBC Woman's Hour and CBBC's Newsround.
Testimonials for events.
Development Manager, Seven Stories
'Wendy’s knowledge and expertise are only surpassed
by her capacity to convey genuine care and concern
for the children and families her writing can help.'
Programme Co-ordinator, St Austells' Festival School
'Wendy is incredibly engaging and lots of fun.
We hope to welcome Wendy back again in the future.'
CEO and Founder of Emirates Literature Foundation
'This project will change students' lives for the better and it couldn't have taken place without Wendy's involvement.'
English Lead, Primary School
'We just wanted to say a huge thank you for such a delightful author event. Both the teachers and pupils found it engaging and lots of fun. It was wonderful to hear how inspired the children were afterwards.'
Independent Marketing Manager
'I've had the privilege of watching Wendy deliver inspirational, empathetic, and entertaining events to both small groups and packed international audiences.'
Schools Programme Administrator, Appledore Book Festival
Thank you so much for helping to make our schools' week such a success. We've had amazing feedback about your events and would like to invite your back.
Director, Astratto Ltd
'What can you expect from a workshop with Wendy? Great learning put into context for you and your business delivered in an engaging way. She had us laughing for most of it, but that's what made the knowledge embed more.'
Service Development Coordinator, Manchester Library Network
'As you can see, there was a huge demand from the schools to see you. One teacher said you provided the best zoom session their school has attended.'
Co-Director, Literacy and Social Justice
'Thanks again. It was a truly fabulous session.'