Meet the featured authors for National 2026! Grab a signed copy and bring home a piece of the event with you.
Carol Murdoch
Carol is a qualified teacher and the founder of Love Outdoor Learning. With more than 20 years of experience supporting schools and nurseries across the UK, she helps educators confidently embed outdoor learning across the curriculum.
Published in March 2026, her latest book, The Where of Outdoor Learning: Rethinking the Spaces Where Children Learn, explores how everyday spaces can become inspiring environments for meaningful outdoor learning.
Join Carol at her book signing and discover practical ideas for bringing learning beyond the classroom.
The details of Carol Murdoch's book signing are as follows:
- Friday 2nd October
- 12:30 - 1:00pm
Chris and Sandi Phoenix
The team behind The Phoenix Cups!
Sandi and Christopher have inspired educators around the world with their unique approach to behaviour, wellbeing and positive relationships.
Their book, The Phoenix Cups: A Cup Filling Story, explores how understanding and "filling each other's cups" can help people work, learn and live better together.
Stop by, say hello and get your copy signed!
The details of Chris and Sandi Phoenix's book signing is as follows:
- Friday 2nd October
- 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Karen Chetwynd
Karen is Chief Executive Officer of Montessori Global Education and has spent more than 20 years supporting education providers across the UK and internationally. Passionate about making Montessori education accessible to everyone, Karen champions child-centred learning that empowers children to thrive.
Her book, Led by the Child: Unlocking the Power of Montessori for All, explores how child-centred learning can create more inclusive, engaging and empowering education for all.
Join Karen at her book signing and discover more about her inspiring vision for education.
The details of Karen Chetwynd's book signing is as follows:
- Friday 2nd October
- 2:20pm - 2:50pm
Emma Pinnock
After more than 20 years in education, Emma has dedicated her career to supporting children and young people with SEND and neurodiverse needs.
Her new book, Igniting Potential: The Inclusive Teacher's Guide to SEND Success, shares practical insights to help educators build truly inclusive classrooms.
Stop by and get your copy signed!
The details of Emma Pinnock book signing is as follows:
- Saturday 3rd October
- 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Lewis Fogarty
Educator, leader and author.
Dr Lewis Fogarty is the founder of Always Growing Ltd and Director of Education at Brunel University London.
With over 20 years of experience in education, he is passionate about helping educators build confidence, grow professionally and thrive.
Author of 10 Principles for Professional Confidence in Education, Lewis believes that when educators believe in themselves, everyone benefits.
Come and meet the author at our book signing!
The details of Lewis Fogarty's book signing is as follows:
- Saturday 3rd October
- 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Matt Bawler
Building confident minds from the very start
A teacher for over 20 years, Matt is passionate about building children's confidence, resilience, and wellbeing from the earliest years.
Author of the inspiring new children's books Catch That Pesky Thought!, I Can't Do It... Yet!, Mistakes are Great!, and We Love a Challenge!, Matt helps children develop the mindset to face challenges and flourish.
Come along to meet Matt and have your books signed.
The details of Matt Bawler's book signing is as follows:
- Saturday 3rd October
- 2:25pm - 2:55pm
