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- Date: 4th July 2026
- Time: 12:00 PM
- Venue: Mullingar Library
Join author Alison Weatherby for Clever Clues, a fun mystery-writing workshop for young storytellers.
In this exciting session, children will explore what makes a great mystery; from suspicious suspects and dastardly villains to clever sleuths, secret passageways, hidden treasure, red herrings, and the all-important clues that help bring a story together.
Alison will guide participants through the building blocks of mystery writing, showing how writers create tension, plant breadcrumbs, and keep readers guessing until the final reveal. The workshop will also include a special focus on clues and secret code-breaking, giving young writers the chance to think like detectives as well as storytellers.
Perfect for curious readers, budding writers, puzzle-solvers, and children who love a good whodunnit, Clever Clues is a playful introduction to mystery writing, character creation, and the art of keeping an audience hooked.