Travel back 2,000 years to Roman Britain for a thrilling Half Term adventure with children's author Claire Linney at Happy Reading!

We're delighted to welcome Claire back to Happy Reading Children's Bookshop for a very special author event celebrating her latest book, Time Tub Travellers: Roman Rescue.

Join Claire for an exciting time-travelling session exploring the diverse history behind her latest adventure, set in Roman York. Children will discover fascinating stories from Britain's past before using their imaginations to create their very own time-travelling story ideas!

Taking place during Black History Month, this is a wonderful opportunity to discover some of the lesser-known stories of Britain's diverse history through fiction, storytelling and creativity.

ABOUT TIME TUB TRAVELLERS: ROMAN RESCUE

Zula and Milo are travelling through time once again – but this time, they're on a rescue mission!

Zula's aunt Abina is trapped in Roman York, almost 2,000 years in the past, and the young time travellers must find a way to bring her home.

But rescuing Abina is only the beginning...

The mysterious Time Tub has another mission waiting for them: sneak into the heavily guarded palace of Septimius Severus, the African-born Roman Emperor, and save a vital piece of history before it's lost forever!

From bustling Roman bathhouses to imposing army forts, Roman Rescue takes readers on an action-packed adventure through Roman Britain, introducing fascinating historical details and shining a light on the diverse people and stories that have shaped Britain's past.

Full of humour, mystery, friendship and courage, this is a wonderfully imaginative adventure for readers who love history, time travel and a good mystery.

ABOUT CLAIRE LINNEY

Claire Linney is a children's author and the creator of the brilliant Time Tub Travellers series, which combines fast-paced adventures, humour and historical discovery.

Through her stories, Claire introduces young readers to diverse and often overlooked aspects of British history, encouraging curiosity about the past and the people whose stories deserve to be told.

Her writing has received recognition including the 2024 Ink Book Prize for Best Debut Novel, a Highly Commended distinction in the children's category of the 2025 Selfies Book Awards, and a Readers' Choice award at the Diverse Book Awards 2025.

We're big fans of Claire's Time Tub Travellers series at Happy Reading and can't wait to welcome her back to the bookshop!

AT THIS SPECIAL HALF TERM EVENT, CHILDREN WILL:

📖 Meet author Claire Linney and discover the latest adventure in her Time Tub Travellers series

⏳ Travel back in time to Roman York and explore what life was like nearly 2,000 years ago

🏛️ Discover fascinating stories about the diverse people who lived in Roman Britain, including Emperor Septimius Severus

💬 Hear about the historical research and inspiration behind Roman Rescue

✏️ Get creative with Claire as they develop their very own time-travelling story ideas

❓ Have the opportunity to ask Claire questions about her books, writing and historical discoveries

✍️ Meet Claire and have their books personally signed

📚 Every child takes home their own copy of Time Tub Travellers: Roman Rescue to continue the adventure at home!

Join us for an inspiring hour of history, imagination and storytelling as we discover that Britain's past is full of extraordinary stories waiting to be explored!

Important Information:

Suitable for children aged 7 - 11

Event duration: approx. 60minutes (includes signing)

Ticket price: £5 per child (includes a paperback copy of the book RRP £8.99)

Booking is essential — spaces are limited!

The bookshop is on the first floor, accessed via a flight of stairs.

Children will sit for the reading, then move to a play/craft table for activities. All materials are provided and age-appropriate.

Adults may stay for the event (limited seating available) or relax with a coffee and pastry downstairs in STAPLE.

If you can’t attend, please let us know so we can offer your space to another family.

Photos may be taken for social media (backs of heads only). Please let us know at the start of the session if you prefer your child not to be included.

📧 Questions? Contact: books@happyreading.uk

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