EVENTS

Nov
21
2:00 PM14:00

MEET THE AUTHORS

Chalfont St Peter Community Library

Mark Bilsborough • Dr Helen Fry • Denise Beddows • Meriet Duncan

Join us for a relaxed and inspiring Meet the Authors event in a warm, welcoming library setting. Enjoy an engaging talk, discover the stories behind the books, and connect with fellow readers in a vibrant, book-loving atmosphere.

Signed copies will be available to buy on the day, so you can take home a book with a personal touch.

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Nov
28
9:30 AM09:30

SOUTH BUCKINGHAMSHIRE SOCIETY OF AUTHORS BOOK FAIR

Meet Your Local Authors at the Chalfont St Peter Book Fair

Looking for a gift that’s a little bit special this Christmas? Come and meet the writers behind the books at the Buckinghamshire Society of Authors Book Fair, held at Chalfont St Peter Parish Hall.

Whether you’re after a gripping crime thriller, a story to delight a young reader, or something in between, you’ll find local authors from every genre, ready to chat about their work, sign copies and help you find the perfect read. It’s a lovely chance to put faces to the names on the covers, and to get your Christmas shopping off to a flying start.

I’ll be there with my children’s books, so do come and say hello. I promise a friendly welcome (and I may well mention bees).

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Feb
15
2:00 PM14:00

SELF PUBLISHED AUTHOR EVENT

Local Authors Showcase

Celebrating

the 20th anniversary

OF

Chalfont

Community Library

Chalfont Community Library is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a whole week of events, and we’re delighted to be part of the party! Join us for an afternoon celebrating the talent right on our doorstep: local self-published authors from across every genre.

Three panel discussions, each featuring four authors, will explore the craft, courage and joy of bringing a book into the world on your own terms. Hear how these writers found their stories, shaped them, and shared them with readers. Whether you love a gripping thriller, a heartfelt memoir, a fantasy adventure or a book for young readers, there’s something here for you.

I will join the Children’s Panel as a speaker and will also moderate one of the other genre panels, so expect plenty of lively conversation, honest insights and, quite possibly, a few bee-related tangents.

Seating is available for up to 60 guests and entry is completely free, so bring a friend, bring the family, and come meet the authors. Books will be on hand to browse and buy, and the authors will be delighted to chat.

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Jun
12
12:00 PM12:00

MONMOUTH BEE FESTIVAL

Monmouth Bee Festival 2027

I'm delighted to have been invited back to the Monmouth Bee Festival to give a series of talks about the wonderful world of honeybees.

As well as sharing the secrets of life inside the hive, I'll be signing and selling my books, chatting about beekeeping, and celebrating these remarkable insects that do so much for our planet.

The festival is also a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the incredible work of Bees for Development, the charity that helps communities around the world improve their lives through sustainable beekeeping.

If you love bees, nature, books, or simply a good day out, do come along and join us as we celebrate honeybees and the people whose lives they help to transform.

NELSONS GARDEN

13 Chippenhamgate Street,

Monmouth, Monmouthshire,

NP25.

12:00 — 16.00

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Oct
24
8:30 AM08:30

NATIONAL HONEY SHOW 2026

Show dates:

Thursday 22nd to Saturday 24th October 2026

08:30 - 16:30

@

Sandown Park, Esher, Surrey, UK

I’m delighted to be exhibiting at the National Honey Show from Thursday 22 October to Saturday 24 October.

Come and visit my stand where I’ll be selling my two illustrated children’s books, Betsie Valentine and the Honeybees and Betsie Valentine and the Honourable Honeybee — heart-warming stories that blend imagination with gentle learning about honeybees.

I’ll also be introducing the final book in the series, The Honeybees of Hope, where Betsie takes a life-changing trip to Uganda and discovers how honeybees bring hope, kindness, and new beginnings to poor communities.

My books are perfect for bee lovers, nature lovers, and environmentally curious minds of all ages.

You can also book me to come and give honeybee talks to your school or the community groups you belong to.

My stand features a relaxing colouring table where children and adults can enjoy mindful bee-themed colouring and enter a free competition to win a signed print by the wonderful illustrator, Tegan Sharrard.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE SHOW AND TO BOOK YOUR TICKETS HEAD TO:

https://honeyshow.co.uk/

NB. OPENING AND CLOSING TIMES DIFFER DEPENDING ON WHICH DAY YOU COME… SO PLEASE CHECK THE TIMES CAREFULLY.

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Oct
23
9:00 AM09:00

NATIONAL HONEY SHOW 2026

Show dates:

Thursday 22nd to Saturday 24th October 2026

09:00 - 18:00

@

Sandown Park, Esher, Surrey, UK

I’m delighted to be exhibiting at the National Honey Show from Thursday 22 October to Saturday 24 October.

Come and visit my stand where I’ll be selling my two illustrated children’s books, Betsie Valentine and the Honeybees and Betsie Valentine and the Honourable Honeybee — heart-warming stories that blend imagination with gentle learning about honeybees.

I’ll also be introducing the final book in the series, The Honeybees of Hope, where Betsie takes a life-changing trip to Uganda and discovers how honeybees bring hope, kindness, and new beginnings to poor communities.

My books are perfect for bee lovers, nature lovers, and environmentally curious minds of all ages.

You can also book me to come and give honeybee talks to your school or the community groups you belong to.

My stand features a relaxing colouring table where children and adults can enjoy mindful bee-themed colouring and enter a free competition to win a signed print by the wonderful illustrator, Tegan Sharrard.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE SHOW AND TO BOOK YOUR TICKETS HEAD TO:

https://honeyshow.co.uk/

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Oct
22
12:00 PM12:00

NATIONAL HONEY SHOW 2026

Show dates:

Thursday 22nd to Saturday 24th October 2026

12:00 - 18:00

@

Sandown Park, Esher, Surrey, UK

I’m delighted to be exhibiting at the National Honey Show from Thursday 22 October to Saturday 24 October.

Come and visit my stand where I’ll be selling my two illustrated children’s books, Betsie Valentine and the Honeybees and Betsie Valentine and the Honourable Honeybee — heart-warming stories that blend imagination with gentle learning about honeybees.

I’ll also be introducing the final book in the series, The Honeybees of Hope, where Betsie takes a life-changing trip to Uganda and discovers how honeybees bring hope, kindness, and new beginnings to poor communities.

My books are perfect for bee lovers, nature lovers, and environmentally curious minds of all ages.

You can also book me to come and give honeybee talks to your school or the community groups you belong to.

My stand features a relaxing colouring table where children and adults can enjoy mindful bee-themed colouring and enter a free competition to win a signed print by the wonderful illustrator, Tegan Sharrard.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE SHOW AND TO BOOK YOUR TICKETS HEAD TO:

https://honeyshow.co.uk/

NB. OPENING AND CLOSING TIMES DIFFER DEPENDING ON WHICH DAY YOU COME… SO PLEASE CHECK THE TIMES CAREFULLY.

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Oct
10
10:30 AM10:30

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE LIBRARIES - SELF PUBLISHED AUTHORS

Buckinghamshire Libraries Self-Published Authors Showcase

Buckingham Library –Verney Close, Buckingham, MK18 1JP.

CAR PARKING - 1 minute walk - Cornwalls Meadow, MK18 1RP[1]

Saturday 10 October | Buckingham Library | 10.30am–2.30pm

A celebration of local independent authors, bringing writers and readers together to talk books, writing and the journey into self-publishing.

I’ll be there throughout the day with my Betsie Valentine books, and will be joining a panel of authors for Bringing a Book to Life, discussing everything from that first spark of an idea to the finished book.

I’ll also be taking on the role of moderator for the Panel - Taking a Leap into Publishing.

So you’ll find me there in one guise or another!

Come along, say hello, talk books — and perhaps discover your next favourite local author.

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Oct
4
10:30 AM10:30

SELF-PUB-FEST

Written a book and wondering what on earth you’re supposed to do next?
Love books and want to know what goes on behind the scenes?
Or perhaps you’re simply fascinated by how a book gets from an idea in someone’s head to an actual book in your hands?

Then Self-Pub Fest in Aylesbury is the place to be on Sunday 4th October.

There’ll be panels throughout the day covering editing, design, publishing, marketing and all those other things nobody tells you about when you decide to write a book!

I’ll be joining the 1.30pm “What else?” panel, talking about what happens before you finally press that terrifying publish button.

Come along, say hello, ask questions, buy books and meet a whole collection of people who understand the madness.

Hopefully see you there!

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Sep
5
12:00 PM12:00

CHALFONT ST GILES SHOW

The Chalfont St Giles Show is one of the highlights of the village calendar and a wonderful day out for all the family. With traditional fête attractions, entertainment, displays, local stalls and plenty to see and do, it's a lovely way to spend a summer's day.

For us at Chalfonts Beekeepers' Society, it's also our biggest event of the year!

As it's our home show, we pull out all the stops. Our members will be exhibiting everything from beautiful jars of honey and beeswax products to our ever-popular honey cake competition and other beekeeping displays. There will also be plenty of locally produced honey available to buy.

I'll be there all day chatting about honeybees, answering questions, and signing copies of my Betsie Valentine books. Whether you're fascinated by bees, thinking about taking up beekeeping, or simply fancy saying hello, I'd love to see you.

Do come along and find us in the beekeeping tent!

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Jun
13
12:00 PM12:00

MONMOUTH BEE FESTIVAL

The Nelson Garden • 13 Chippenhamgate Street • MonmouthSHIRE

Monmouth Bee Festival is a family friendly event organised by the charity Bees for Development. It is a popular annual event in Monmouth focusing on environmental conservation, pollinators, and sustainability.

  • Activities: The event typically includes interactive, family-friendly activities like bee house building, seed ball making, and expert talks.

  • Significance: It serves as a major community, educational, and fundraising event for Bees for Development.

I will be giving a talk about the secret life of our wonderful honeybebees and selling signed copies of my books - @ 1:00pm and 3:00pm

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May
15
10:00 AM10:00

DENHAM VILLAGE FAYRE

Come and say hello!

I’ll be joining the wonderful Chalfont Beekeepers Society on their stand, chatting all things honeybees with curious children and grown-ups alike!

Whether you’ve always wondered what goes on inside a hive, want to learn more about our amazing pollinators, or simply fancy a bee-themed chat, we’d love to see you.

We’ll also have our much-loved observation hive — always a real favourite with visitors — giving you the chance to safely see honeybees up close and watch them going about their busy lives. Fascinating for children and adults alike!

You’ll be able to buy delicious local honey and a variety of bee-related products lovingly produced by our beekeepers — and, of course — signed copies of my children’s books will be available too!

It promises to be a lovely, buzzy day!

Bank Holiday Monday,

May 25, 2026

from

10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

@

St Mary's Church, Village Road, Denham (UB9 5BH

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May
9
11:30 AM11:30

HYDE HEATH VILLAGE FÊTE AND CLASSIC CAR SHOW

HYDE HEATH VILLAGE FÊTE AND CLASSIC CAR SHOW

Hyde Heath Common, Amersham, HP6 5RW.

Come and join me and the wonderful Chalfont Beekeepers at the fabulous Hyde Heath Fête!

There will be so many amazing stalls to explore, delicious treats to enjoy, and wonderful things to see and do for the whole family.

But… don’t forget to visit our stand!

We’ll be selling delicious local honey from across the Chalfonts, along with beeswax wraps, candles, wax products, and lots of lovely honeybee-inspired goodies.

We’ll also have a real observation hive, where you can see the bees hard at work and even try to spot the queen!

Our friendly volunteer beekeepers will be there all day to chat about honeybees, beekeeping, pollination, and the fascinating world of the hive.

And of course… I’ll be there too with my children’s books, which I’ll be delighted to sign for you. They make a lovely gift for any child who loves nature, animals, adventure, and honeybees.

And honestly? I never tire of talking about honeybees!

We can’t wait to see you there!

Times to be confirmed BUT USUALLY STARTS AROUND 12.30

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Apr
26
10:30 AM10:30

SELF-PUB FEST

I WILL BE A PANELIST AT THE SELF-PUB FEST ON THE SUBJECT OF “CHILDREN’S WRITER”

@

Holiday Inn Hotel • Aylesbury

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE EVENT ABOVE PLEASE CONTACT:

MORGEN BAILEY

https://self-pub-fest.co.uk

TO SEE AN INTERVIEW I DID WITH MORGEN BAILEY LAST YEAR CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW:

https://self-pub-fest.co.uk/monday-mini-fest/13-april-2026-mini-fest-the-saggy-middle/meriet-duncan/

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