What do a streetwise cat, a cosmic rebel, and a tiger in a divided city have in common? They’re all heroes in S. F. Said’s unforgettable stories—and they all fight for freedom, identity, and hope. In this inspiring session, S. F. shares how his own journey of how he went from being a young reader and Star Wars fan to writing award-winning, best-selling books such as Varjak Paw, Phoenix and Tyger. The talk will include material about his own childhood reading and writing, his dreams of being an author, and many insights into the writing and editing processes, and how he created his books. He explores how stories can challenge injustice, celebrate difference, and empower young people to imagine new futures. He will read aloud from his latest book Tyger, and there will be the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the talk. The event will be equally suitable for those who’ve read his books and those who haven’t, and it will be suitable for all ages from 7 up, including adults! Expect myth, activism, and a call to dream boldly.