Author Events, Book Signings and School Visits

Bring the magic of the Jack Brock books to life with author and illustrator Ali Stearn and for an extra special experience, the star of the stories himself Jack the pony!

Whether you are planning a bookshop event, literary festival a community event or a school visit Ali offers engaging, personal experiences that celebrate books, creativity, storytelling and the real life inspiration behind the Jack Brock stories.

Author Events and Bookshop Appearances

Looking for something a little different to bring people through your doors?

Ali can visit your bookshop, independent retailer, garden centre, retail premises or special event to meet your customers and book enthusiasts to share her personal story and bring the world of Jack Brock to life.

During her visit Ali likes to:

Share how she became an author and illustrator
Talk about the inspiration behind the Jack Brock books
Bring along her original illustrations and give visitors a glimpse into the creative process
Talk to adult audiences about her charity work
Meet readers, sign books and create memorable experiences for visitors.
Meet Jack Brock himself! Say hello to Jack Brock, the real-life Shetland pony, and have a photograph with him.
Take home a signed book. Ali will be delighted to sign copies of her books, and Jack has a special signature of his own-his very own hoof stamp!

Jack’s attendance is subject to suitability, venue arrangements and welfare considerations.

Ali can also help create an attractive, Jack Brock themed display to make your space inviting, encourage interest in the collection of books and products and give customers a wonderful opportunity to discover the books and products.

Meet Jack Brock Himself

Say hello to Jack Brock, the real-life Shetland pony, and have a photograph with him

Jack Brock Store Display

Ali can help create an attractive display to make your space inviting and encourage interest.

Personalised Signed Book

Ali will be delighted to sign copies of her books, and Jack has his very own hoof stamp!

School Visits

A school day the children will remember!

The National Literacy Trust has reported that pupils who have had an author visit are much more likely to enjoy reading and to read independently more often. In both primary and secondary settings, strengthening reading is one of the most cost-effective ways a school leader can improve teaching and learning, and it is also one of the most reliable routes to better exam performance and stronger inspection outcomes.

A Storybook adventure with a very special guest!

Bring the magic of Jack Brock to your school with author and illustrator Ali Stearn and meet the real-life inspiration, Jack Brock the shetland pony!

Perfect for pre-prep children, these special school visits bring stories to life through reading, illustration, creativity and a very special; four-legged guest.

What to expect:

During a visit, children will have the opportunity to

Meet the author and Illustrator. Discover the world of Jack Brock and Jack Brock and the walk with Ali Stearn
Enjoy a live story reading. Listen to Ali read one of her stories aloud and join Jack Brock on his adventures.
See the original illustrations. Get a special behind-the-scenes look at the artwork that brings the books to life.
Ask questions. Find out more about writing, illustrating and how a story becomes a book.
Meet Jack Brock himself! Say hello to Jack Brock, the real-life Shetland pony, and have a photograph with him
Take home a signed book. Ali will be delighted to sign copies of her books, and Jack has a special signature of his own-his very own hoof stamp!

A visit they won’t forget

Combining storytelling, original artwork and the excitement of meeting a real Shetland pony, an Ali Stearn school visit offers young children a wonderful opportunity to connect with books in a fun, interactive and memorable way.

Whether your children are budding artists, enthusiastic storytellers or simply pony-mad, a visit from Ali and Jack Brock is sure to make their day extra special.

To book a school visit, shop or community event with or without Jack Brock please get in touch via our contact page.