I enjoy my work, and I enjoy talking about it. I have appeared at the Cheltenham, Hay and Edinburgh book festivals, and spoken at schools around the UK, and as far away as Germany. I am comfortable in big venues, and in smaller classroom groups. I have talks prepared on seven topics, all with digital slide shows. Most are based on books I have written for children or adults, but two are about the process of writing. I charge the rates recommended by the Society of Authors for lectures, workshops and events.
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At the International School, Stuttgart. Photo by Bibi Steinke
Mr. Platt’s recent visit was undoubtedly the highlight of our academic year. A dynamic presenter and a delight to work with, I highly recommend Richard Platt to any school looking for an exceptional visitor to inspire young readers and writers.
Betty Turpin Lower School Librarian, International School of Stuttgart
Recent events
Cannock libraries
Three events for schools in September 2011
Folkestone Book Festival
In early November 2010 I did two events at the Folkestone Book Festival.
Coastal Forum, Whitby
In September 2010 I delivered a talk about Whitby smugglers to the annual meeting of the North Yorkshire and Cleveland Coastal Forum
Edinburgh International Book Festival
I ran an event called Wild, Wacky and Dangerous Facts.
Hay Literature Festival
I gave a talk about the OUP book Would You Believe Marzipan Contains Cyanide? Click here for details.
International School, Stuttgart
In March 2010 I spent three days talking to groups of children here about my books.