Join Bex Hogan in Storm Kingdom and get ready for a fun-filled fantasy quest starring an unforgettable new hero – Bronte Tempestra! The first ever princess to become a knight! Bronte Tempestra and the Lightning Steeds By Bex Hogan (author), Hannah McCaffery (illustrator) The first book in a new fantasy series for readers aged 7 and up, packed with illustrations. Perfect for fans of Rainbow Grey, Witch Wars and The Princess in Black. You will: - listen to a reading from the brand new book - create your own special firecat character - get to know Bronte and author Bex Hogan

On the 7th March at 11am, schools are invited to join Waterstones online on World Book Day for a very special (free of charge) virtual event with author and illustrator John Patrick Green as he presents All Tide Up, his brand new side-splittingly funny graphic novel from his brilliant and bestselling InvestiGators series. Recommended for years 2 through to 6. Click here to find out more.

Come to The Little Sweet Lady Hyde Mall  at 12pm on the 7th March for a family book day in event that will include reading, games, cakes, drinks  and soft play.

Baby Bounce and Rhyme session. Come dressed as your favourite character for World Book Day.

Making origami bookmarks at Origami Club, suitable for ages 10-15 years.

A story time and craft session suitable for children aged 4-11 years. Come dressed as your favourite character to celebrate World Book Day.

Rhymes, songs and movement for pre-schoolers. Come dressed as your favourite character to celebrate World Book Day.

Free / Ticketed Come celebrate World Book Day! Join storyteller Paul Rubinstein and Elmer the Patchwork Elephant for our sensory storytelling adventure! Help us explore the story of Elmer through music, song, movement and sounds from the British Library Sound Archive. Be inspired by author Leigh Hodgkinson and her Book Hospital. Explore her doctor’s bag, meet her patients and then get creative as you design your own book character. Finally explore our Family Station, which is full of fun interactive activities, sensory materials and an exciting range of children’s books.

A drop in craft activity to celebrate World Book Day, suitable for children aged 4-11 years.

FREE EVENT! Come along and meet author and illustrator Jen Carney, who’ll be helping us celebrate World Book Day She’ll be reading from, chatting about and signing copies of her new book for anyone over the age of 8. The Day my Dog got Famous 1PM - 2.30PM in the shop. No ticket needed,