Schools

The Roman Mysteries is a 17-book middle grade series featuring four very different Roman children who team up to solve mysteries in the first century AD. Two spin-off series are The Roman Mysteries Scrolls for younger readers, and The Roman Quests, which follows a new generation of young Romans as they flee pursuers to Britannia. I have also produced four history mystery books set in the wild west and three retellings of stories from Virgil. In The Time Travel Diaries, a London schoolboy and his pal(s) go to Roman London & Ancient Athens. How to Write a Great Story and my Homer’s Odyssey Colouring Book invite fun, creative interaction. 

BOOKING A SCHOOL VISIT

In a SINGLE hour-long talk illustrated by artefacts & images from my travels, I share my secrets for plotting stories, finding characters and creating a detailed world of adventure. I offer a variety of talks (see below). There is time for Q&A afterwards and book signing if schools are happy for me to sell my books.

1. ‘How to Write a Great Story’ – fun tips about writing plot & characters with added Romans (8 – 12 yrs)
2. ‘Mysteries of Ancient Rome’ – writing tips with more emphasis on Pompeii & Rome (8 – 12 yrs)
3. ‘Myth, Movies & Storytelling’ – a more advanced talk about ‘The Hero’s Journey’ in myth & movies (10+)
4. ‘Writing a Myth-based Story’ – thinking about the Pantheon (12+)
5. ‘From Homer to Hollywood’ – with illustrations from my Homer’s Odyssey Colouring Book (all ages)

For visits in person I charge £350 plus travel for an hour-long talk followed by unlimited book signing and Q&A.

However, I am now offering a virtual talk followed by Q&A anywhere in the world! I can host up to a hundred in my own Zoom room or can meet on your school’s platform. The cost for my virtual visit will be £75.

Check my availability here and then email me at contact@carolinelawrence.com.