Can we use fantasy to confront and alter reality? Acclaimed authors and ecological activists, Lauren (Wren) James and Liz Jensen, join forces for an inspiring conversation on the power of words, and how literature can be used for radical change.
As respective founders of the ecological campaign groups Climate Fiction Writers League and the Writers Rebel, they’ll be sharing empowering stories of nature, hope and rebellion as they turn the spotlight on the climate crisis.
Wren and Liz promise to show how writing can change the world in these specially commissioned pieces for Norwich Book Festival, in this hopeful and heartening event.
They'll explore how their work raises awareness of climate change, and why fiction is one of the best ways to inspire passion, empathy and action in readers.
Don't miss this empowering opening event for Norwich Book Festival.
Lauren (Wren) James
Lauren (Wren) James is the twice Carnegie-nominated author of Green Rising; The Reckless Afterlife of Harriet Stoker; The Quiet at the End of the World; The Loneliest Girl in the Universe; and The Next Together series. They have been shortlisted for the YA Book Prize and the STEAM Children's Book Award.
Lauren teaches creative writing for Coventry University, WriteMentor and Writing West Midlands, and has written articles for numerous publications, including The Guardian and the Children’s Writers' and Artists' Yearbook. Lauren is the founder of the Climate Fiction Writers League, and a passionate advocate of STEM further education. They live in the West Midlands and you can find them on Twitter at @Lauren_E_James or via their website (laurenejames.co.uk).
