Sade Fadipe writes stories about migrant children for readers around the world. Our next Heard Word Featured Writer connects with audiences through illustrated books, spoken word, and theatrical productions. She looks forward to sharing and discussing her work Thursday the 20th of March, 2025 from 5-7PM GMT on Zoom.

To get our Featured Writer’s feedback on your work sign up to be one of our presenting writers. There are both 20-minute (1500 words) and 5-minute (700 word “lighting round”) slots available. You can sign up here: https://docs.google.com/…/1TfI5…/edit…

Even if you aren’t presenting, please join us to offer feedback. Here is the link. https://bournemouth-ac-uk.zoom.us/j/85437743352…

A bit more about our Featured Writer:

Sade Fadipe is a children’s author, educator, and creative producer passionate about storytelling that empowers young minds. She holds a BA (Hons) in English Linguistics (with a minor in Arabic), a PGCE in Primary Education, and an MA in Creative Writing & Publishing from Bournemouth University (2023).

Author of Snowy Joy and co-producer of its stage adaptation, Snowy Joy & The Toysavers, Sade draws on her dual heritage, crafting narratives inspired by her experiences in both England and Nigeria. After 15 years in mainstream teaching, she took a career break, traveling to northern Nigeria, where she scripted A Fun ABC—released in the U.S. as A Visit to Grandad—a book widely praised for celebrating African culture and promoting literacy.

With expertise in teaching and curriculum development, Sade skilfully blends cultural heritage with universal themes of empathy, social harmony, and imagination. A director at Essex Book Festival, she recently founded a CIC to champion annual literature fanfares and support ethnically diverse authors. Through literature, drama, and music, she remains committed to bridging cultures and inspiring young audiences worldwide.