Storytime special: Marion and The Forty Thieves (feat. Dr Sarah Luke)
Celebrate the school holidays and join us on Friday 17 January for an exciting storytime session.
Special guest, Dr Sarah Luke, will introduce families to her new novel, Marion and the Forty Thieves, partially set on Cockatoo Island. In addition to reading a passage from her novel, Sarah will do a book signing (limited books available for purchase on the day) and lead a hands-on creative writing workshop for the children in attendance. Inspired by archival photos, they’ll craft a captivating hook for their own historical fiction story. Learn about Sarah here.
Perfect for young readers ages 7 to 12, Marion and the Forty Thieves is a thrilling adventure story set in the late 1800s and inspired by real-life events and people. It stars Marion Neitenstein whose father is the principal of a nautical school ship, moored at Cockatoo Island. The only girl among a rowdy group of boys, Marion finds herself in danger when she uncovers a plot involving the notorious Forty Thieves gang. Learn more about Cockatoo Island’s historical nautical school ships here.
Tickets are just $10 per person or $35 for a family ticket (2 adults and 2 children OR 1 adult and 3 children). Book now to secure your spot!
Learn more + book tickets: https://www.cockatooisland.gov.au/en/whats-on/storytime-special/
