Join the Living Knowledge Network to celebrate Lunar New Year alongside beloved children’s authors Eva Wong Nava and Maisie Chan.
How does a writer think of a great story? How do they come up with their characters? Do they do all the drawings themselves? Drop-in to these online sessions to hear stories, join activities and ask questions to the authors.
I Love Chinese New Year
Eva Wong Nava reads from her new picture book ‘I Love Chinese New Year’. Twelve animals, one for each year, each one with their own special powers. It all started with a race to cross the most heavenly of rivers…
Doodles and Danny Chung with Maisie Chan
Dive into the world of eleven-year-old Danny Chung, who loves drawing more than anything – especially maths! Maisie Chan, author of ‘Danny Chung Does Not Do Maths’, appears live to read from her award-winning book and answer your burning questions.
Come along in person from 10.30am to 12.30pm or join in online at the Living Knowledge Network Website for free.
This event is part of Liverpool Libraries and Information Service & the British Library’s Living Knowledge Network’s new exhibition – ‘Chinese and British’. The exhibition at Liverpool Central Library (Sunday 16 January – Thursday 31 March 2022), celebrates the lasting impact of Chinese communities in the UK, from wartime service and contributions to popular cuisine to achievements in literature, sport, music, fashion and film.
Event Date: Thursday 21st January 2021 - Friday 21st January 2022
Location: Liverpool Central Library, William Brown Street, Liverpool, L3 8EW
Categories: Chinese New Year
