Kieran Larwood: Jed Greenleaf AND Podkin and the Tentacled Terror

After the success of his previous visit in the spring, we are super excited to welcome Kieran (and the many Podkin fans) back to the shop to celebrate the release of Jed Greenleaf . . an astonishing standalone adventure from the bestselling author of The World of Podkin One-Ear.

'This thrilling adventure has it all! A huge heart, a fantastic plot and an irresistible superhero. I was swept away into Jed Greenleaf's world of magical oak forests, dastardly villains and sparkling dryads. I adored it!' Jasbinder Bilan

Albion city is governed by a puppet queen, secretly controlled by Lord Cromwell, and strange magic is afoot as six Guilds all compete to rule it. Although the Leaf Guild is the weakest, no one has reckoned with newcomer Jed Greenleaf's extraordinary ability to transform into a half-tree, covered over with bark ... he just needs to learn how to harness that power. Could he be the hero that the Guild needs to win at the Punchbowl tournament? It just might be that this year Jed can turn over a new leaf in the history books, and bring glory to the decaying Guild and peace to Albion .

We will, of course, also be discussing the latest adventure in The Five Realms, Podkin and the Tentacled Terror.

After claiming the Singing Spear, Podkin heads to the sea to search out the last gift of all - the anvil of Magmarok - which is hidden inside a mysterious labyrinth. He must brave ancient sea monsters and pirates to arrive at the city that houses the anvil before Scramashank and his Gorm. But what will it take to defeat the labyrinth and win the anvil? And what will happen when the Gifts finally gather in one place?

Another rip roaring adventure, exquisitely illustrated with full page artwork from the leading fantasy illustrator of our age, David Wyatt.

Kieran’s event will include lots of activities including a fun history quiz, a make your own magikal guild crest tutorial, a reading, a Q&A and a signing!