Youth Festival 2005

The French Institute in London is hosting "a three-day celebration of children's books dedicated to young people aged 3 to 18. Taking part are some of the greatest French and British authors and illustrators, who children can come and meet for free." It takes place from from November 23 to 25. Speakers will include, on the English side, Michael Morpurgo, Quentin Blake and Philip Ardagh. For full details visit the Institut Francais website or telephone 020 7073 1350.