Step into a world of giants, adventure and imagination as we celebrate the release of Blunderbore, the exciting new graphic novel from award-winning author Sofie Laguna and acclaimed illustrator Marc McBride.
Inspired by the classic tale of Jack and the Beanstalk, Blunderbore follows twelve-year-old Gemma as her drawings come to life and she is drawn into a thrilling quest to rescue Jack from the terrifying giant Blunderbore. As the exclusive host of the only Blunderbore launch events, Yarra Plenty Regional Library is proud to welcome Sofie and Marc for this special celebration.
Meet the creative team behind this action-packed adventure and enjoy a series of interactive activities for aspiring writers, artists and fairytale fans.
Event highlights include:
- Create Your Own Blunderbore – an illustration workshop with Marc McBride
- Story Creation Workshop – a creative writing session with Sofie Laguna
- Author and Illustrator Q&A – hear from Sofie and Marc about creating Blunderbore
- Lucky Door Prize Draw
- Book Signings – purchase a copy and have it signed by Sofie and Marc
Whether you love drawing, storytelling or fantasy adventures, this is a unique opportunity to celebrate a brand-new Australian graphic novel and meet the creators who brought it to life.
This is Jack and the Beanstalk like you’ve never seen it before!
An exciting action-packed graphic adventure story set in the world of Jack in the Beanstalk. From award-winning author Sofie Laguna and monster-illustrator extraordinaire, Marc McBride.
