Young Adult Author
Hayley Barker
Hayley Barker has a BA (hons) degree from Birmingham University and has taught secondary school English for eighteen years. She is a huge YA fiction fan and says being published is the most exciting thing that has ever happened to her. Hayley was inspired to write her YA because of her fears about the growing wave of crime and animosity against minority groups in England. She lives in Essex with her husband and two young sons.
Testimonials
We really enjoyed having Hayley visit us and share her writing journey and enthusiasm for reading! She led a creative writing workshop, signed books and then kept our entire Year 9 group engaged with an informative and fun presentation. Her books went flying off the shelves and our students were clamouring to read Show Stopper!
Amanda Adams, Librarian
Moulsham School
Hayley was a true inspiration for the students who were all captivated by her motivational presence. Her presentation was incredibly uplifting, helping the students see that (with hard work) they can reach their potential. It was truly engaging and the students found it fascinating to hear about the journey of a writer. They were all keen to ask questions and Hayley provided excellent answers with heartfelt honesty and passion.
Phillipa Morris-Jeffery, English teacher
Brentwood School
The students were enthralled by Hayley’s introduction to the world of Show Stopper; so much so, that book sales broke school records. By 8.15 am the next day, all eight copies of the book were on loan, and a waiting list was growing! Some amazing work was produced during the workshops from some unexpected sources! Hayley really knew how to get the best out of the students.
SALLY PERKINS, lRC Manager
BEAUCHAMPS HIGH SCHOOL
Contact Agent
Thérèse Coen, Hardman and Swainson Literary agency, S86, New Wing, Somerset House, Strand, London WC2R 1LA
+44 (0)20 3701 7449
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