About this Event
Meet Anton du Beke! Book signing for his debut children's book
Meet Anton Du Beke!
The King of Ballroom, Strictly Come Dancing royalty, and household name, Anton Du Beke will be visiting Hungerford Bookshop to sign his debut children’s book, Code Name Foxtrot.
About the book:
An unmissable, heartwarming adventure full of mystery, friendship, courage and dance – from Sunday Times bestselling author and ballroom star, Anton Du Beke! With gorgeous illustrations by Elisa Paganelli, Code Name Foxtrot is perfect for fans of Ben Miller, Emma Carroll and Michael Morpurgo.
Maybe by Christmas, the war will be over and we’ll be back with Mum and Dad . .
London, 1940: the world is at war and 10-year-old twins Harry and Rosie are evacuated to live with their mysterious great uncle on the stormy Lancashire coast. Missing home, they throw themselves into the local dance show – determined to do their bit and maybe even dance at the famous Blackpool Winter Gardens.
But when Harry sees strange lights out on the rocks one night, he and Rosie realize their new home is hiding some huge secrets. Racing to uncover the truth, the twins learn that bravery comes in many forms and even in the worst of times, the show must go on . .
Anton du Beke will be in the bookshop signing Codename Foxtrot from 2pm. Your admission ticket is fully redeemable against the book on the day. Your ticket allows access for 1 parent and 2 children. Extra copies will be available to purchase on the day.
Please note a queue is likely for this event.