You’re Invited to the Book Launch of “Harriet and Will: The Secret Rings”
Smithton author Debra Williams (writing under the pen name Debra Clewer) is launching her Middle-Grade historical fiction/fantasy children’s novel, “Will and Harriet: The Secret Rings”.
When: 26th April at 3pm
Where: The Arty Duck
30 Smith Street
Smithton 7330 Tasmania


Meet Harriet and Will
Harriet Cooper and her best friend, Will Taylor, research a school history project in their local library.
Harriet’s eyes are drawn to a picture of an ancient silver ring in an old book….and then something extraordinary happens!
The two friends are drawn into time-slip adventures galore in three ancient locations. Can they return in time to complete their school project?
Book Launch Fun
This is a time-slip story suitable for ages 9-13. There will be fun activities for the children and some giveaways.
Smithton author Debra Williams will present the launch, along with her co-presenter Harriet Cooper, the character from her novel.
As Debra is a seasoned puppeteer, Harriet is her right-hand puppet assistant!
There will be paperback books for sale and giveaways on the day. Children will also be given a colouring picture of the book cover to complete themselves.


About the Author
Debra has three Middle-Grade novels independently published, with the fourth adventure currently under construction.
Debra also has several short stories (for kids and adults) published in anthologies and online.
In 2022, Debra released her first chapter book, Ah-Fur, Super Sleuth: The Case of the Missing Moggies.
In 2024 she was both long and shortlisted in the Just Write For Kids Pitch It! competition.
Debra’s secondary interest is creating custom-made puppets, particularly for other authors.
Discover more about the talented Debra Clewer online at the Clewer Book Nook and follow her on Facebook and Instagram too!


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