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Every story starts with a character. How does a writer create the characters we come to love so much in our favourite books? In this workshop with the Belgian writer you will use your imagination to create a central character – and a big secret. Because everybody has a secret…

In English

The author of numerous books about Hubert and Benny Bob talks about how to make kids laugh.

In Norwegian and Danish

Two writers discuss their stories written for the anthology Odyssey. They will share with the audience the ideas that sparked their tales and explore the central themes. The stories are: Pekka-Style by Finn-Ole Heinrich (Germany), When I Open My Eyes the World’s Askew by Annette Münch (Norway).

All are available on Gyldendal’s Danskportal

In Danish and English

An exhibition by the publishing house Gyldendal of the author and illustrator Jakob Martin Strid’s world, together with other well-loved children’s books. There will be readings and activities throughout the festival.

In Danish

We need your help to give new life to old books. In this workshop you can create book art by making figures from the pages, or compose poetry through rearranging words and phrases. We provide books and suggestions to get you started.

You have a great idea but don’t know yet how to make it into a whole story. This workshop with Finnish writer Salla Simukka will teach you expert tips on how to do just that.

In English

The Swedish author reads aloud from her book The Ice Sea Pirates, nominated for a Nordic children’s book award, and the story will be illustrated live on stage.

In Swedish and Danish

Moderator: Nina Sif Tønder
Illustrator: Cato Thau-Jensen

The author of Berørte Katrine and Pragtfuldt, Pragtfuldt talks about on his book for teenagers – his inspiration, motivation and conviction that reading is important.

In Danish

Two writers talk about their stories written for the anthology Quest. They will share with the audience the ideas that sparked their tales and expand on the central themes. The stories are: A Trip to Town by Maria Parr (Norway), Journey to the Centre of the Dark by David Machado (Portugal).

Both are available on Gyldendal’s Danskportal

In English and Danish

Go exploring in Louis Jensen’s universe centred on a boy living in a small town where something mysterious is happening. He is given a magical lucky bag from the woman who runs the town’s tuckshop. It contains a piece of liquorice in the shape of an arm. Other pieces look like a leg and a head. Would it be possible to put together these pieces in order to create a human being made of liquorice? Or perhaps a monster? During this workshop we shall examine the boy’s notes using interactive pieces, Hopspots, in order to drive around town to make up our own mind about this bizarre story – and find an ending for it.

In Danish

Drop in to the Illustration Hub where you can watch professional artists at work, from first stroke to finished book. Join in a workshop or simply watch and be inspired.

In Danish

An exhibition by the publishing house Gyldendal of the author and illustrator Jakob Martin Strid’s world, together with other well-loved children’s books. There will be readings and activities throughout the festival.

In Danish

We need your help to give new life to old books. In this workshop you can create book art by making figures from the pages, or compose poetry through rearranging words and phrases. We provide books and suggestions to get you started.

Two writers talk about their stories written for the anthology Odyssey. They will share with the audience how they found the inspiration for their story, and discuss the central themes.

The stories are: Journey at Dusk by Sandrine Kao (France) and Out There by Victor Dixen (France).

Both are available on Gyldendal’s Danskportal

In French

Here we cut old picture books and create new narratives. Using the cutouts and iPads we create short stop motion films

In Danish

We need your help to give new life to old books. In this workshop you can create book art by making figures from the pages, or compose poetry through rearranging words and phrases. We provide books and suggestions to get you started.

Experience an exceptional reading aloud session, in Dutch, English and Danish, when two of Europe’s best young authors read from their own stories written for the anthology Quest. An illustrator will draw live on stage. The stories are: Piva is a Tone-Deaf Cat by Anna Woltz (The Netherlands) and Beware Low-Flying Girls by Katherine Rundell (UK).

Both are available on the Gyldendals Danskportal

In Danish, Dutch and English

Moderator: Jesper Kirkegaard
Illustrator: Mette-Kirstine Bak

The Danish author’s existential YA/crossover novel Nothing (2000) was first banned, then became an international bestseller, winning numerous international prizes, and is now considered a modern classic. Teller will talk about her unique passport-shaped book War, What if it Were Here? about life as a refugee, which she has adapted to each country where it is published.

In Danish

Eriksen (Norway) reveals how he wrote the book, and how much truth there is in it. He explains how he uses his memories to create fictional tales that have some truth in them. He will pass on his advice on how to write a story.

In Danish

The Irish author, creator of the award-winning verse novel One, invites you to a workshop on writing poetry, using your own words and imagination.

In English