From Stories to Sketches: The Creative Life of an Author and Illustrator
Step into the creative world of bestselling author and illustrator Cornelia Funke, exploring how ideas become books and illustrations. Discover her creative journey, inspirations and what it’s like to build a career in writing and illustration.
19 November 2026 10:00 - 11:00
Online / Broadcast
Age 11 - 19
Deadline for sign-ups: 18 November @ 12:00
Step into the imaginative world of bestselling author and illustrator Cornelia Funke, creator of the beloved Inkheart and Ghosthunters series. Discover how stories grow from a single idea into unforgettable books, and how words and illustrations work together to bring magical worlds and memorable characters to life. Cornelia will share her creative journey, what inspires her writing and artwork, and what it's really like to build a career as both an author and illustrator. Whether you love reading, drawing, or dreaming up your own stories, this inspiring session will show you that creativity can open the door to an exciting future. ✨
Run by Cornelia Funke, Author of Inkheart and Ghosthunters series