Meet Chibundu Onuzo, author of The Spider King’s Daughter, columnist for The Guardian and Telegraph Wonder Woman.
Onuzo started writing her debut novel when she was 17, had an agent by 18, became the youngest woman signed by Faber & Faber at 19 and released her first book aged 21.
Please read and bring along your copy of The Spider King’s Daughter, so you’re ready to meet the author and ask her all your questions.
3pm – 4.30pm
Sunley Pavilion at Royal Festival Hall
Free. Please note, this free event requires a ticket. Please book your free ticket online, by phone or in person (no fees apply).
For ages 11 – 25
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