Yapping About Poetry with Joshua Seigal
From hilarious to heartfelt poems, and everything in between, Joshua Seigal’s new collection offers something for everyone. Discover the eight steps for having a successful tantrum and why you should NEVER attend a Teddy Bear’s Picnic as Joshua reads from his new poetry book Yapping Away, live. Also, Joshua’s cat Bluebell may or may not make an appearance…
This event was created especially for school pupils taking part in the Baillie Gifford Schools Gala Day at the 2021 Edinburgh International Book Festival, but it’s also enjoyable for children and families to watch.
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