After 6am, Kids, Books

Fletcher talks about his latest adventure book, and delves into his time working in film and TV. Ages 9+.

Shan talks about his (kid-friendly!) zombie apocalypse series.

The two young adult authors talk about their latest efforts: Pitcher's Ketchup Clouds, a novel about a 15 year old named Zoe, and Updale's The Last Minutes, which takes place in the last 60 seconds before an explosion in a small town. Ages 12+.

After taking a look at the characters from his book Bagpipes, Beasties and Bogles, the children's author and illustrator leads a session of storytelling and drawing. Ages 5–8.

The children's book illustrator sits down with Vivian French to talk about the more than 200 books he's illustrator. Suitable for all ages!

The writer/illustrator talks about her wild and wacky character, Darcy Burdock. Ages 8–11.

The Scottish Borders' most talented young poets accept their awards. Ages 9+.

Horace the Haggis must outwit the evil haggis hunters and find a safe place to hide in the forest, but can his new friends help him escape? A reading from author Sally Magnusson for families and children.

Francesca Simon talks about what inspired her to create the world inhabited by Horrid Henry, Moody Margaret and Perfect Peter, and introduces Horrid Henry's Nightmare, the 22nd Horrid Henry book and a brand new story. Ages 6+.

The children's author and illustrator reads from one of his books then signs copies afterwards!

The feisty Katie Morag is a much loved character - a chance to meet her creator and hear some of her adventures. Mairi Hedderwick will also sign her books. Suitable for age 5 and up.

The author of Astrosaurs, Cows In Action and The Slime Squad talks about the crazy characters and adventurous plots found in his children's books. Ages 8–12.

New author Silvana Biagioni reads extracts from her book Sacha Meets a Sellkie. She'll also bring in Sacha's story sack, full of things for children to rummage through.

Take inspiration from the patterns of objects in the silver gallery to make your own bookmark.

The best-selling author behing Charlie and Lola and Clarice Bean shows off her latest book about kid detective Ruby Redfort, Take Your Last Breath. Ages 8+.

The latest in the Fairy Detective Agency series from the children's writer and illustrator.

Sing along with your favourite Sticky Kids songs with Molly Muddle and Old Macdonald. Loopy fun with lots of dressing up and audience participation. Ages 2–6.

Explore the reserve, take part in a fun family activity and you maybe win a prize.

Different tales every time, followed by a creative play session. Ages 6 months to 2 years.

Children's writer Vivian French tells tales of frogs, worms and caterpillars while an illustrator draws her stories. Ages 3+.

Illustrator and storyteller Nick Sharratt leads this interactive drawing and reading session designed to get your imagination soaring to the highest heights. Ages 3–7.