Visits
Although I’m a little too old for class, I’m happy to go back to school to discuss my books or host a creative writing session.
I love tackling difficult topics, and bringing them to
life with stories that are engaging, memorable, and entertaining.
I’ve visited schools the length and breadth of the country, as far south as Jersey, and as far north as Edinburgh.
I’m often up in Newcastle visiting relatives and, as some of my stories feature Geordie characters, I love visiting schools and bookshops in the North East.
You can find out more information about my visits at:
authorsalouduk.co.uk/speaker/malcolm-duffy
Helen Cleaves,
Librarian
Ibstock Place School
"I’ve worked with Malcolm for four years and have only positive feedback. His talks are entertaining, engaging and thought-provoking; not least because his writing tackles contemporary difficult issues – homelessness, domestic violence, war – in what feels like an authentic way, based on Malcolm’s personal witness. It is clear that he knows his stuff and has compelling back stories behind his books which add to the authenticity – critical for winning over sceptical teenagers.”
David McLaughlin.
English Teacher.
Walker Riverside Academy
"It was a pleasure to host Malcolm Duffy this morning! Year 8 were treated to a talk with their 'favourite author' as they enjoyed hearing the story behind the author and how Malcolm came up with the ideas for his books.
Thanks again for coming into school. We can't wait to have you back."
Joseph Humphreys, Librarian,
Surbiton High School
"The stimulating and topical themes of Malcolm’s novels are made accessible to all through his personable and engaging talk. Each time he has visited us has been a huge success!"
Read between the Lies & Dyslexia
One of my books, Read Between the Lies, is about dyslexia. The idea for the book
came about from a film I wrote called Mical. The film tells the true story of Pat and
Mike Jones, who went on to create Nessy, the world’s biggest online platform for
dyslexics. Mical is 20 minutes long, and I’d be happy to share the film, and talk about
it in relation to the book. Watch the film on YouTube by clicking this link