Marie Basting Author
@mariebasting.bsky.social
🚴BMX and Ancient Rome📜
Children's author #PrincessBMX #MyFamilyandOtherRomans #AuntieMedusaAndMe @chickenhsebooks
Fab school visits
Rep The Shaw Agency
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www.mariebasting.com
Children's author #PrincessBMX #MyFamilyandOtherRomans #AuntieMedusaAndMe @chickenhsebooks
Fab school visits
Rep The Shaw Agency
she/her
www.mariebasting.com
All packed and looking forward to a fun day of school visits tomorrow with @ykidsbootle and Bootle Lit Festival 2025. So much for travelling light!
November 12, 2025 at 8:36 PM
All packed and looking forward to a fun day of school visits tomorrow with @ykidsbootle and Bootle Lit Festival 2025. So much for travelling light!
Future Proofing Equality In Children's Publishing Symposium - Friday 14 Nov
Just signed up for this @manmetuni.bsky.social and thought I would share and help spread the word. There's a brilliant range of speakers from various publishing and academic backgrounds. Link in comments
Just signed up for this @manmetuni.bsky.social and thought I would share and help spread the word. There's a brilliant range of speakers from various publishing and academic backgrounds. Link in comments
November 9, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Future Proofing Equality In Children's Publishing Symposium - Friday 14 Nov
Just signed up for this @manmetuni.bsky.social and thought I would share and help spread the word. There's a brilliant range of speakers from various publishing and academic backgrounds. Link in comments
Just signed up for this @manmetuni.bsky.social and thought I would share and help spread the word. There's a brilliant range of speakers from various publishing and academic backgrounds. Link in comments
How can this be a year ago! I still can't believe my amazing book cover illustration by @flaviasorr was turned into a pumpkin carving.
Will be eternally grateful
#AuntieMedusaAndMe #halloween #pumpkin
Will be eternally grateful
#AuntieMedusaAndMe #halloween #pumpkin
October 31, 2025 at 5:12 PM
How can this be a year ago! I still can't believe my amazing book cover illustration by @flaviasorr was turned into a pumpkin carving.
Will be eternally grateful
#AuntieMedusaAndMe #halloween #pumpkin
Will be eternally grateful
#AuntieMedusaAndMe #halloween #pumpkin
How amazing is this collection of fan art and creative writing inspired by my book My Family and Other Romans. It really is the best feeling when you learn your books have encouraged young people to create their own words and images.
October 24, 2025 at 11:01 AM
How amazing is this collection of fan art and creative writing inspired by my book My Family and Other Romans. It really is the best feeling when you learn your books have encouraged young people to create their own words and images.
I am delighted to be supporting @bbccin again this year. You can bid on a signed & dedicated copy of Auntie Medusa and Me by popping over to the @childreninread
website and looking out for lot 267
www.jumblebee.co.uk/auction/deta...
#ChildreninRead2025 #childreninread #childreninneed #signedbooks
website and looking out for lot 267
www.jumblebee.co.uk/auction/deta...
#ChildreninRead2025 #childreninread #childreninneed #signedbooks
October 18, 2025 at 9:26 AM
I am delighted to be supporting @bbccin again this year. You can bid on a signed & dedicated copy of Auntie Medusa and Me by popping over to the @childreninread
website and looking out for lot 267
www.jumblebee.co.uk/auction/deta...
#ChildreninRead2025 #childreninread #childreninneed #signedbooks
website and looking out for lot 267
www.jumblebee.co.uk/auction/deta...
#ChildreninRead2025 #childreninread #childreninneed #signedbooks
I had a fantastic long weekend in London then topped it all off with a visit to Roehampton Library where I finally got to hang with the formidable octoberjonesco.bsky.social and teach her how to snake dab.
Thanks so much for having me, October. You really are a true library hero 💛💛💛
#libraryhero
Thanks so much for having me, October. You really are a true library hero 💛💛💛
#libraryhero
May 21, 2025 at 8:09 PM
I had a fantastic long weekend in London then topped it all off with a visit to Roehampton Library where I finally got to hang with the formidable octoberjonesco.bsky.social and teach her how to snake dab.
Thanks so much for having me, October. You really are a true library hero 💛💛💛
#libraryhero
Thanks so much for having me, October. You really are a true library hero 💛💛💛
#libraryhero
About to start a new project and there's a huge learning curve. But I honestly believe if you want to stay creative you need to stay open minded and keep experimenting. And I love learning so it's a perfect excuse to do another writing course. May not lead to anything but at least I'm having fun
May 16, 2025 at 11:32 AM
About to start a new project and there's a huge learning curve. But I honestly believe if you want to stay creative you need to stay open minded and keep experimenting. And I love learning so it's a perfect excuse to do another writing course. May not lead to anything but at least I'm having fun
What an absolutely gorgeous book launch. Cocktails, painting, pick n mix and lovely people and vibe, Amie Jordan has set a new standard for book launches 💜💜💜
Do check out Amie's fab new release All the Lost Souls, the second installment in her Manchester romantasy series All the Hidden Monsters
Do check out Amie's fab new release All the Lost Souls, the second installment in her Manchester romantasy series All the Hidden Monsters
May 9, 2025 at 7:03 AM
What an absolutely gorgeous book launch. Cocktails, painting, pick n mix and lovely people and vibe, Amie Jordan has set a new standard for book launches 💜💜💜
Do check out Amie's fab new release All the Lost Souls, the second installment in her Manchester romantasy series All the Hidden Monsters
Do check out Amie's fab new release All the Lost Souls, the second installment in her Manchester romantasy series All the Hidden Monsters
Loving this one by @elnorrywriter.bsky.social - coming 3rd July. Get your preorder in now!
May 8, 2025 at 6:29 AM
Loving this one by @elnorrywriter.bsky.social - coming 3rd July. Get your preorder in now!
Happy birthday to Writing on the Wall 🎂🎁🥳
I loved joining the 25th birthday celebrations yesterday at @seftonparkpalmhouse. A gorgeous warm event with a whole host of amazing local authors many of who learnt their craft with WoW. Here's to many more years of radical writing 🙌👏
I loved joining the 25th birthday celebrations yesterday at @seftonparkpalmhouse. A gorgeous warm event with a whole host of amazing local authors many of who learnt their craft with WoW. Here's to many more years of radical writing 🙌👏
May 5, 2025 at 9:36 AM
Happy birthday to Writing on the Wall 🎂🎁🥳
I loved joining the 25th birthday celebrations yesterday at @seftonparkpalmhouse. A gorgeous warm event with a whole host of amazing local authors many of who learnt their craft with WoW. Here's to many more years of radical writing 🙌👏
I loved joining the 25th birthday celebrations yesterday at @seftonparkpalmhouse. A gorgeous warm event with a whole host of amazing local authors many of who learnt their craft with WoW. Here's to many more years of radical writing 🙌👏
Super excited to help @wowfest.bsky.social celebrate their 25th birthday on Sunday 🎉🥳 I will be on stage at 1.35 if you fancy coming along to say hello.
And be sure not to miss the brilliant Children's Laureate @frankcottrellboyce.bsky.social at 3pm.
And be sure not to miss the brilliant Children's Laureate @frankcottrellboyce.bsky.social at 3pm.
May 1, 2025 at 7:30 AM
Super excited to help @wowfest.bsky.social celebrate their 25th birthday on Sunday 🎉🥳 I will be on stage at 1.35 if you fancy coming along to say hello.
And be sure not to miss the brilliant Children's Laureate @frankcottrellboyce.bsky.social at 3pm.
And be sure not to miss the brilliant Children's Laureate @frankcottrellboyce.bsky.social at 3pm.
📝 Misrule reigned yesterday at Kings Cross Library in Halifax as our amazing young writers learnt about the Saturnalia King and wrote a manifesto for mischief.
What would you do if you were tasked with causing mischief & hosting a day of feasting and festivities?📜
@arvonfoundation.bsky.social
What would you do if you were tasked with causing mischief & hosting a day of feasting and festivities?📜
@arvonfoundation.bsky.social
March 16, 2025 at 11:43 AM
📝 Misrule reigned yesterday at Kings Cross Library in Halifax as our amazing young writers learnt about the Saturnalia King and wrote a manifesto for mischief.
What would you do if you were tasked with causing mischief & hosting a day of feasting and festivities?📜
@arvonfoundation.bsky.social
What would you do if you were tasked with causing mischief & hosting a day of feasting and festivities?📜
@arvonfoundation.bsky.social
The deranged face of an author about to do their last school visit of the World Book Day season.
Morning, Alexander Park Juniors! Let's go!!!
Morning, Alexander Park Juniors! Let's go!!!
March 14, 2025 at 8:26 AM
The deranged face of an author about to do their last school visit of the World Book Day season.
Morning, Alexander Park Juniors! Let's go!!!
Morning, Alexander Park Juniors! Let's go!!!
Morning Manchester based #edusky! I just wanted to tell you about this brilliant KS2 writing comp I am judging - prize a class trip to the Museum of Illusions in Manchester. Full details on the museum website - link in comments.
March 9, 2025 at 9:33 AM
Morning Manchester based #edusky! I just wanted to tell you about this brilliant KS2 writing comp I am judging - prize a class trip to the Museum of Illusions in Manchester. Full details on the museum website - link in comments.
Happy International Women's Day! There's still so much to fight for and I hope the characters I write will continue to show girls and boys there is no one way to be a woman.
#internationalwomensday #equality #smashingstereotypes #internationalwomensday2025 #bmxlove #medusa
#internationalwomensday #equality #smashingstereotypes #internationalwomensday2025 #bmxlove #medusa
March 8, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Happy International Women's Day! There's still so much to fight for and I hope the characters I write will continue to show girls and boys there is no one way to be a woman.
#internationalwomensday #equality #smashingstereotypes #internationalwomensday2025 #bmxlove #medusa
#internationalwomensday #equality #smashingstereotypes #internationalwomensday2025 #bmxlove #medusa
📖 I am super excited to be celebrating #WorldBookDay25 at the Museum of Illusions. Did you know they have a portal? An actual real-life portal? Where better for me to share my own portal stories and tell you how reading transported me to places I could never have imagined 📖
February 25, 2025 at 8:30 PM
📖 I am super excited to be celebrating #WorldBookDay25 at the Museum of Illusions. Did you know they have a portal? An actual real-life portal? Where better for me to share my own portal stories and tell you how reading transported me to places I could never have imagined 📖
Hey #edusky if you'd like a digital #WorldBookDay letter personalised for your school or library that's full of serious facts like how to be more popular than a slug and why we eat sausages and not librarians please drop me a DM or message via the contact form on my website.
February 19, 2025 at 9:25 AM
Hey #edusky if you'd like a digital #WorldBookDay letter personalised for your school or library that's full of serious facts like how to be more popular than a slug and why we eat sausages and not librarians please drop me a DM or message via the contact form on my website.
Happy publication day @suehcunningham.bsky.social So lovely to help you celebrate this evening with lovely writer friends 😍 #CloudNine
February 13, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Happy publication day @suehcunningham.bsky.social So lovely to help you celebrate this evening with lovely writer friends 😍 #CloudNine
🐍 Boots with a touch of snake - I think Auntie Medusa would approve 🐍
February 5, 2025 at 9:00 AM
🐍 Boots with a touch of snake - I think Auntie Medusa would approve 🐍
My books may be pretty but they are more than a stunning cover by @flaviasorr. They are about difference, self-acceptance and challenging the dominant narrative - all wrapped up in a funny, fantasy adventure.
Oh and they have dogs in them 🐶
Oh and they have dogs in them 🐶
February 3, 2025 at 9:14 PM
My books may be pretty but they are more than a stunning cover by @flaviasorr. They are about difference, self-acceptance and challenging the dominant narrative - all wrapped up in a funny, fantasy adventure.
Oh and they have dogs in them 🐶
Oh and they have dogs in them 🐶
Finally got to visit the car park at Hexham Aldi....if you know, you know...and if you don't maybe you should order a copy of
Auntie Medusa And Me 🐍🦉
#Hexham
Auntie Medusa And Me 🐍🦉
#Hexham
January 31, 2025 at 8:14 AM
Finally got to visit the car park at Hexham Aldi....if you know, you know...and if you don't maybe you should order a copy of
Auntie Medusa And Me 🐍🦉
#Hexham
Auntie Medusa And Me 🐍🦉
#Hexham
Author out-takes!
Seriously, is there any such thing as a quick author video?
Worth it though to capture that Wallace like facial impression. Just need to get Miss Woo to pose as Gromit now 🐾
Seriously, is there any such thing as a quick author video?
Worth it though to capture that Wallace like facial impression. Just need to get Miss Woo to pose as Gromit now 🐾
January 19, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Author out-takes!
Seriously, is there any such thing as a quick author video?
Worth it though to capture that Wallace like facial impression. Just need to get Miss Woo to pose as Gromit now 🐾
Seriously, is there any such thing as a quick author video?
Worth it though to capture that Wallace like facial impression. Just need to get Miss Woo to pose as Gromit now 🐾
Well that was a killer! Going from post viral couch potato to school visit mode is not recommended! Though one little girl telling me she'd had the best day EVER did help make the early start worthwhile. Didn't take any pics so here's a shot of me looking daft for a change
#authorvisit #ancientrome
#authorvisit #ancientrome
January 14, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Well that was a killer! Going from post viral couch potato to school visit mode is not recommended! Though one little girl telling me she'd had the best day EVER did help make the early start worthwhile. Didn't take any pics so here's a shot of me looking daft for a change
#authorvisit #ancientrome
#authorvisit #ancientrome
I've had a lovely break from social media but I can't drag out Christmas any longer...not when exciting things like this are happening!
Congrats @susanbrownrigg.bsky.social Wrong Tracks is another cracker - hope it races into the hands of lots of readers!
Out now @uclanpublishing.bsky.social
Congrats @susanbrownrigg.bsky.social Wrong Tracks is another cracker - hope it races into the hands of lots of readers!
Out now @uclanpublishing.bsky.social
January 13, 2025 at 8:53 PM
I've had a lovely break from social media but I can't drag out Christmas any longer...not when exciting things like this are happening!
Congrats @susanbrownrigg.bsky.social Wrong Tracks is another cracker - hope it races into the hands of lots of readers!
Out now @uclanpublishing.bsky.social
Congrats @susanbrownrigg.bsky.social Wrong Tracks is another cracker - hope it races into the hands of lots of readers!
Out now @uclanpublishing.bsky.social