Authors Live
Scottish poet and playwright Liz Lochhead embodies everything a nation would want from its national poet. She has an easy ability to reach all ages and is a vibrant champion of the Scots language.
Liz discusses why Burns means so much to her, as well as treating us to some readings of her own poems. The event is aimed at pupils aged 9-16.
Authors Live was shortlisted for best Primary Digital Content at the BETT Awards.
Videos from Authors Live
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David Almond
Andy Stanton
James Mayhew
Eoin Colfer
Jacqueline Wilson
Coming soon to Authors Live
Horrid Henry with Francesca Simon
01 March 2012
Francesca Simon
Francesca says that she was inspired to create her anti-hero by a desire to give young readers a safe outlet for "emotions that are uncomfortable".
Partners
Authors Live is produced in association with the Scottish Book Trust, Creative Scotland and Glow. The Scottish Book Trust is the leading agency for the promotion of literature, reading and writing in Scotland and their Authors Live programme is funded by the National Lottery through the Creative Scotland's Inspiring Communities Fund. The Authors Live webcasts are also available through Glow - the world's first national intranet for education allowing joined-up working the length and breadth of Scotland.