Sufiya Ahmed - Rosie Raja

This is a hybrid event, you can either click the Book Now button to attend at the Hat Factory, ( select "In Venue" option), or click here to "watch the free livestream". A BSL (British Sign Language) Interpreter will be present at the event, but will not be filmed for the online streaming.

Luton Literature Book Festival Presents:

This author event with Sufiya Ahmed, author of the Rosie Raja series, offers a chance to dive into an exciting historical adventure series featuring a bold and inspiring young heroine. Sufiya Ahmed brings history to life through Rosie Raja’s daring World War II adventures, blending action with important themes like bravery, family, and cultural heritage.

Set in the thick of codebreaking adventures in Bletchley Park, with an engaging, determined, Muslim heroine. Perfect for fans of Michael Morpurgo and Emma Carroll, and those looking for diverse historical fiction. The event is perfect for young readers and history enthusiasts, providing insights into the inspiration behind the series, Ahmed’s research process, and the importance of diverse representation in historical fiction. It promises to be both educational and empowering for readers of all ages.

This event will be introduced by performer and poet Lee Nelson, who will facilitate an audience Q&A session.

Sufiya Ahmed is the author of:
Rosie Raja: Churchill's Spy
Rosie Raja: Mission to Cairo
Rosie Raja: Undercover Codebreaker

Please note: Children must be accompanied by an adult. One free accompanying adult ticket is required per booking – any additional adults will need to book an Adult ticket for the event.

Please note, this event will be live streamed. Members of the audience may appear or be heard on the live stream if participating in the event on stage or taking part in Q&As. Backs of heads may also be visible on the live stream, depending on where people are sat in the Theatre. Tickets are purchased on the understanding and agreement that you may appear on the live stream and future broadcasts of the event.

This event is part of the Luton Literature Book Festival https://www.culturetrust.com/whats-on/luton-literature-book-festival

Funded by: Arts Council and Love Luton.

Children's Authors and Activities Programmes sponsored by BEA.
BEA - The Bedford Educational Association is a charity that offers grants for educational purposes within Bedfordshire (up to the age of 18).

Biography

Sufiya Ahmed

Sufiya Ahmed worked in advertising and in the House of Commons before becoming a full-time author. In 2010 she set up the BIBI Foundation, which arranges visits to the Houses of Parliament for children from underprivileged backgrounds. Sufiya has written several children’s books including My Story: Noor-Un-Nissa Inayat Khan, Secrets of the Henna Girl and Under the Great Plum Tree, which was longlisted for the UK Literacy Association Book Awards.
Follow Sufiya on Twitter @sufiyaahmed.

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