Virtual author workshops

Name: William Joseph
Price range: $

Bring an author into your classroom! Schools can register to join our free Virtual Author Workshops with BookTrust Represents, allowing your children to ask authors questions and find out more about the books they love.

Abiola Bello

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Virtual author workshop with Abiola Bello

At 11am on Wednesday 26 November 2025

Suitable for: Years 3 and 4

Each half-term, 60 registered schools in England* with the highest FSM percentage will receive 60 free books.

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Submit your questions for Abiola

Ask Abiola your questions by 12 November if you would like to see your school or class name live on-screen during the event!

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About Abiola Bello

Abiola Bello is a bestselling Nigerian-British, author who was born and raised in London. Her award-winning children’s books include the Emily Knight series, Wild Magic series and anthologies The Very Merry Murder Club and The Super Sunny Murder Club. Abiola has won a number of awards including The London Book Fair Trailblazer Award 2018 and is the co-founder of Hashtag Press, The Diverse Book Awards and Ink Book Prize

About Wild Magic: Legend of the Black Lion

Twins Misha and Ziggy have secret superpowers! Misha can talk to animals and Ziggy can shapeshift into them. When their dad takes them to Ethiopia with him, they’re so excited. But when they discover poachers are after the black lion, suddenly the twins’ powers put them in great danger.

Read the first two chapters of Wild Magic:Legend of the Black Lion

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Books by Abiola Bello

Wild Magic: Legend of the Black Lion

by Abiola Bello, illustrated by Emma McCann

5 to 9 years
- Adventure
- Chapter books
Twins Misha and Ziggy have secret superpowers! Misha can talk to animals and Ziggy can shapeshift into them. But can they save a black lion without their dad finding out? Fun magical adventure.
The Super Sunny Murder Club

Various authors, illustrated by Harry Woodgate, edited by Serena Patel and Robin Stevens

2024 9 to 14 years
- Short stories
A collection of exciting, action-packed mystery stories from 13 brilliant contemporary authors – all with a summer theme. A perfect summer holiday read.
The Very Merry Murder Club

By various, illustrated by Harry Woodgate, edited by Serena Patel and Robin Stevens

2021 9 to 14 years
- Adventure
Featuring stories by Elle McNicoll, Joanna Williams, Maisie Chan, Patrice Lawrence, Roopa Farooki, Serena Patel and Sharna Jackson, this is a festive treat of a book for all young mystery lovers: perfect with a cup of hot chocolate and a cosy chair.
Wild Magic: Journey of the Lost Elephant

by Abiola Bello, illustrated by Emma McCann

2025 5 to 9 years
- Adventure
- Around the world
- Chapter books
Magical twins Misha and Ziggy are back for a whole new adventure when they travel to India with their dad. This time, they must use their emerging powers to save a lost elephant calf.