2013
Are YOU inside?
Amazing prizes to win!
On the Hetty Feather Trail!
Nick visits JW Mag!
Saskia meets Jac ky!
e Did you se ury? r e t n b Jacky in Ca
Become a Batterse Ambassa a dor!
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I love being a wri ter. quietly in the earl It’s wonderful sitting ym pages of my curr orning, writing two or three ent say I like the tedio novel in my notebook. I can’t us but it’s very excit rewriting and editing stage, ing He always portra when I see Nick’s illustrations. ys – it’s as if he ca my characters so perfectly n see right inside my head. It’s a great mome nt when the very first copy of each book is sent to me. But do yo u know something – the best moment of a ll is when I go out to do talks a nd book-signing s and get to meet all of you. If you’ve never be en to an event, th is Y will give you a cle ar idea of what it ear Book ’s like. If you were at any of th em I do hope you see yourselves in the photographs. If I’m smiling it’s because I’m havin g a simply wonde rfu hope to meet ma ny more of you in l time. I 2014.
Love from
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Check out what happened at the launch of Jacky’s latest book!
It was the JW event of the year – Jack y’s book launch for her latest story, Diamond ! Alo ng with 500 JW fans, the JW Mag team made o ur way into the rather grand Bloomsbury T heatr e, where we took our seats and waited for Jacky to appear… After a brilliant talk by Nick about how he became an artist and how to draw just like him, J acky took to the stage to reveal her Diamond secre ts – here are our favourite ones… Jacky originally thought Diamond would be a short book – only six chapters long! However, Jacky admitted she can “be a bit long-winded” and the book ended up being over 350 pages – just as long as the Hetty Feather books! Jacky told us that there were plans for a stage show of Hetty Feather – and that it would be staged at Jacky’s local theatre in Kingston-upon-T hames before touring across the country. We can’t wait! When Jacky was asked whether Diamond would be made into a f ilm or T V show, she revealed that there might be something in the pipeline, but that she couldn’t say anything more as she’d been sworn to secrecy! So exciting! Jacky had lunch at a posh restaurant in London to celebrate the launch of Diamond —– and spotted lots of celebrities while she was there! Nick also made a very special portrait of Hetty in her ringmaster costume. Jacky hasn’t bought any jewellery – yet! She said, “It’s tempting to treat myself to a diamond ring –— but if I do, it won’t be a huge rock like my other rings!”
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W fans to f ind out We caught up with some J iamond launch! what they thought of the D
Mae and Lottie
ly inspirational! I also found Mae: Jacky’s talk was real in as I like d rawing, especially g i n t s e r t e i n l y l a e r l k t a ’ s k c Ni ick want to be an artist like N his style. When I grow up, I riter like Jacky! and Lottie wants to be a w lk was really interesting – Lottie: I thought Jacky’s ta il about writing her books, she went into lots of deta r books and Diamond. She especially the Hetty Feathe keys, which I didn’t know, also revealed she liked mon g about the monkey family and that she enjoyed writin in Diamond !
Mae designed her own special JW t-shirt!
Elinor and Alys
Elinor: I really enjoyed the question and answer session at the end – it was really nice of Jacky to answer everyone’s questions. My favourite books of Jacky’s are Hetty Feather and Emerald Star, so I was really excited to get hold of Diamond –—I’ve had it pre-ordered since the summer holidays! Alys: I thought Jacky’s talk was really interesting –— I can’t wait to start reading Diamond. My favourite JW book so far is Double Act, but I think Diamond is going to be really good!
Freya Erin I loved the part of the talk where Jacky told us how she wrote her books, and the part of Nick’s talk where he told us how to draw expressions was great! I think I’m going to follow his tips and start drawing dots for eyes!
Jacky’s talk was really interesting, although I was surprised when she said she’s almost written 100 books –— I thought she’d already written over 100! My favourite book of Jacky’s is Cookie. I think it’s really inspiring and I really like Beauty. She seems like she’d be a good friend!
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Ameliia idport, mes! T he f irst time was Br et Jacky? T hese readers What is it really like to me
reveal all!
Aisha
T his is me and my sister, Mariam, at the Emerald Star event at the Foundling Museum! It was the most magical moment when Jacky walked in the room. I was terrif ied, but when I was getting my book signed (Sapphire Battersea) it was f ine! Jacky was really friendly, and she said she liked my Beaker Bag AND my JW Bagabook! It was truly the best day of my life.
a has Ameli cky a met J es! tim three
Hannah
Saskia I met Jacky at her Diamond event. I was a bit nervous beforehand, but Jacky was really kind and friendly. She talked to me and put me at ease – she’s really interesting!
Amealt hieraAn Evening With Jacqueline
d I met Jacky I was nervous an . y r u b r e t n a C n i t ly nice, Wilson even but she was real , r e h t e m I e r o f e acky excited b s talking to her. J a w I n e h w e n i f s so I wa sked her about a I d n a y t t a h c d ed was lovely an sed on. I also ask a b e r a s r e t c a r a who her ch he Cat Mummy. T f o y p o c y m n wed her to sig ay was being allo d e h t f o t r a p t s T he be om! Jacky’s green ro o t n i d n a e g a t s k bac
When I was in the queue to meet Jacky, I was so excited and nervous be cause I had no idea what to say! T he line of 20 0 people took what felt like years, but was pro bably just half an hour. It didn't help that I wa s near the back of the line! I was holding my b rand-new copy of Emerald Star to get signed. Finally I reached the front. I didn't really kno w what to say. But then Jacky asked me what books I liked, which really got me talking! T hen she signed my copy of Emerald Star and it was time for the next person. I was just saying o ver and over in my head, I met Jacqueline Wils on! I MET JACQUELINE WILSO N!
I’ve met Jacky three t erience. I got two copies of which was an amazing exp one for me and one for my Sapphire Battersea signed, , ich was about an hour long h w , l k a t a d i d y k c a J . r e t i s s nother hour in the queue. and then we had to wait a d , she was really friendly an When I f inally got to Jacky ng it took me to get there. o l w o h e k l i s n o i t s e u q e m d aske n rience so I was thrilled whe tI was a really exciting expe go for a second time! I was told I was allowed to outh and I was able to take m y l P i n s a w e m i t d n o c e s T he as quite close to home. We my best friend because it w here around 9am. We did a lef t at about 8am and got t ent to the toilet because we bit of shopping f irst and w r a long time. By the time o f g i n u e u q e b l d u o w e w knew whole line had emerged we got back to the queue, a o to walk up the stairs and g from nowhere and we had e reached Jacky, she was around the corner. When w picture taken and really friendly and I got my y y Sister signed for me and m The Worst T hing About M sister! s at Winchester and we a w y k c a J t e m I e i m t d i r h t T he o get there in time – the had to leave home at 7am t e waited in the queue and journey took f ive hours! W were allowed into the about ten minutes later, we then everyone queued to d n a k l a t a i d d y k c a J . e r t a the he longest one I had ever meet her. T his queue was t rs later (we were near the been in –—about three hou nd driver, was talking to us a back) I met Jacky. Bob, her ,I m had been waiting. T his ti e e w g n l o w o h y k c a J l d o t he ,a ey were a picture of Jacob gave Jacky three gifts. T h it that included both of us in card I’d made and a story nd ssed. I got Hetty Feather a – Jacky was really impre I have all of the Emerald Star signed – now . A couple of days later, Hetty Feather books signed Jacky. I had got one from I received a postcard from e d I was thrilled when I cam when I went to Bridport an l e b s sitting there on the ta ! a w i t d n a l o o h c s m o f r e m ho
On the On a hot July day lots of fans came to Hetty Feather’s home, The Foundling Museum, to hear some very exciting news…
Mia
Trail
T hen it was time to reveal the next part of the story – Jacky’s new book Diamond ! Expect re as Hetty helps Diamond lots of drama and adventu s a circus acrobat. tell her daring tales of life a ed to meet Jacky and have Af terward, everyone queu their books signed. I’ve got two faves – Little Darlings and My Sister Jodie.
Lucky Mia had met Jacky before at another book signing and had written to her too.
Jacky talked about Hetty’s life as a foundling and showed everyone her special Emerald Star doll. Alice
My favourite is Lola Rose.
ny Betha
Sybilla
Olivia
Grace My dad got the t-shirts printed for us!
If you visit The Foundling Museum you can take the Hetty Feather Trail. Follow the route to find out exactly what Hetty’s foundling life was like. There are lots of fun activities to complete and things to look out for.
Mothers leaving their babie s at the Foundling Hospital knew th ey would probably never see them a gain. T hey of ten lef t touching little to kens with messages of love and iden tity clues in the hope that they might one d ay be reunited.
Elean or
y before the Olivia and Grace met Jack taken with her. event and had their photo
I like My Sister Jodie best.
Alice and Eleanor were we aring their specially designed t-s hirts. Alice’s favourite characters were on the right hand side and Elea nor’s on the lef t.
nd Best friends Ruby, Sybilla a Bethany loved Jacky’s talk . and had their books signed rite u o v a f r i We asked about the JW books.
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I have lots of Jacky’s books but my favourite is Hetty Feather.
Ruby
ne Jasmi
‘I interviewed Jacky and asked her questions for my mum’s work!’
Find out more by clicking on k/ www.foundlingmuseum.org.u learning /hettyfeather/ You can download a Tanglefield’s Circus to colou r and make too!
keep! Cut out &
Everyone baked lots of cak es and brought them in to be judg ed by Nick. Look at all those beautifully iced cupcakes and delicious spo nges!
Nick considers the winning cakes!
Nick adores cake – it’s one of his favourite foods!
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When the w everyone do inners were announced , nated and enjoyed money to Comic Relie f munching lo ts of cake!
ip till Make my Pour the cream into a mixing bowl and wh tency. delicious it’s nice and stiff and a spreadable consis electric cake! You can use a hand whisk or try using an arent one to make things easier – just ask a p or guardian to help! o a biscuit Spread a generous amount of cream on t stand and sandwich another one on to it, then ated them on a plate. Repeat this till you’ve cre its you a ring shape on the plate. T he more biscu ng! stick together the easier it is to form a ri in the When you’ve used up all your biscuits, f ill ace of gaps with cream. Gently smooth the surf the completed ring with a knife. it in the fridge Cover the ring with a large bowl and pop have magically overnight. T he next day the biscuits will will be f irm sof tened into a sponge and the dessert ecorate with enough to cut into slices. Before serving, d or broken-up a generous scattering of f laked almonds, chocolate f lake if you prefer. Yummy!
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Step aside dogs, the cats are taking over at Battersea!
Photo by Trish Beswick
It was love at f irst sight when I saw my Battersea cats, Jacob and Lily. T hey're a beautiful grey and white colour and look like brother and sister. Jacob is gentle and protective while Lily is a harum scarum little sweetheart. Jacob loves to be brushed every morning and Lily snuggles beside me every night. No wonder the cats are taking over Battersea – my two have certainly taken over my heart.
All About Battersea Battersea Dogs & Cats Home has been open since the days of Hetty Feather! It was set up in 1860 by Mrs Mary Tealby, and known as ‘T he Temporary Home for Lost and Starving Dogs’. In 1883, they started to take cats into the home and since then have looked af ter more than 230,000!
I adore my f luffy friend, Queenie. Follow our advice to care for your cat.
Fresh food and water every day Lots of room to run and play And now and then a little treat
Perhaps some catnip once a week A quiet spot for us to chill
We love a sunny window sill
A scratching post to use our claws And lots of time to wash our paws
Purcival’s ion Royal Reun al tabby cat Purciv , r e h t a e F y t t e H en’s Just like e during the Que s m o h m o r f y a w a ran worried owner i s H . s n o i t a r b l e e Jubilee c ere ers, but sadly th t s o p f o s t l o p u t pu im. was no sign of h was ar later, Purcival und e y e l o h w a t s o m fo Al ersea after being brought into Batt ets. Luckily, Purcival re wandering the st Battersea was quick ly o had a microchip s with his owners. m able to reunite hi d as many adventures a Do you think he h s year away? i as Hetty during h
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A cosy bed to keep us snug But most of all your love and hugs! Turn the page to enter the Battersea story-writing competition!
Purcival was reunited with his owners!
Every year Battersea Dogs & Cats Home cares for nearly 9,000 animals and rehomes over 2000 cats. Click on www.battersea.org.uk to f ind out how you can get involved. Perhaps you could join together with some friends and sponsor a Kitty Kabin for £5 a month.
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Will your cat be a teeny tiny kitten or a hu-u-u-uge lion?
What cat story will you write? Here are some helpful suggestions -
Maybe it’s a cat with a famous owner!
Your chance to WIN all this!
The First Prize! A letter from Jacky specially written just for you – she’ll tell you all about Jacob and Lily’s latest adventures! A Nick Sharratt sketch of your favourite animal! Signed photos of Jacky and Nick! You can choose a name for a cat at Battersea! Become a Kitty Kabin sponsor. Your story will appear in a future issue of JW Mag and Battersea’s PAWS Magazine!
Send your entries BY POST to Battersea Cats Competition, JW Mag No. 65, DC T homson & Co Ltd, 80 Kingsway East, Dundee DD4 8SL BY EMAIL to
comps@jwmag.co.uk
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Ten runners-up will each receive signed postcards from Jacky and Nick.
Help celebrate the Battersea Cat Takeover by writing a super cat story!
It could be a cat with an unusual best friend like a tiny mouse or baby bird.
How to Enter All entries must reach us by the closing date of Wednesday January 15th, 2014. Your story must be no more than 700 words. You can enter as many times as you like but each story you write must be different. You can enter no matter where you live in the world.
Don’t forget to put your name, age and address on each entry you send!
It could be a lost and lonely cat or an extremely spoiled and pampered cat.
Please read carefully!
Perhaps you’ll write about a very clever cat that does something brave or saves a life.
Will your cat live in the past, present or future? You might want to write a true story about your own cat!
Does your cat kindly owner or have a aw and cruel keeper icked ?
Perhaps it’s a cat that belongs to everyone and visits different houses all day long.
Maybe it’s a tiger that lives in a Victorian circus like Tanglef ield’s.
Larry, the Prime Minister’s cat, came from Battersea! Since moving into No. 10 Downing Street, Larry's been busy greeting VIPs, including American President, Barack Obama, and making regular appearances on T V.
In the 1930s nine tabby cats who had performed as a troupe came to stay at Battersea. One could walk a tight-rope while another clung on from underneath, and a third would lie in a pram while a fourth pushed him along!
We can’t wait to read your stories!
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Lots of girls came along with their best friend – this is Olivia and Olivia! Olivia’s (left) favourite characters are Tracy Beaker and Hetty Feather, and Olivia (right) likes Marty from T he Worst T hing About My Sister.
talk at We headed along to Jacky’s d chatted to fans! The Gulbenkian Theatre an Jacky did a special signing for 100 people after the talk.
Jacky met super fan Sophie. Sophie told us she once stayed up till 3am reading Hetty Feather!
T he event took place at T he Gulbenkian T heatre in Canterbury, and it sold out!
Everyone brought along books to sign – Ella (left) and Eve (right) brought T he Dare Game, Queenie and the Diamond sneak peek!
Lots of girls told us they’re huge fans of Queenie. Anna and Flora brought along their copy to get sign ed!
Annabelle and Matilda were very excited to meet their favourite author!
Meet Queenie’s biggest fan, Emily! She came to the event dressed up as Elsie and even brought her own f luffy white Queenie too!
We met Tabby who made her own Tracy Beaker t-shirt – it’s Totally Super Awesome!
Ruby and Violet had a great time at the talk and loved meeting Jacky!
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Picture Round!
1. Which book did Jacky release in September? A) Magical Friends B) Diamond C) T he Longest Whale Song 2. In July, Jacky visited the Foundling Museum. Which of her characters is linked to it? A) Hetty Feather B) Beauty Cookson 3. Which book did Jacky C) Lola Rose release in January this year? A) Midnight B) Emerald Star C) Queenie 4. Which charity is Jacky an ambassador for? A) Battersea Dogs & Cats Home B) Oxfam C) Save T he Children
5. Jacky wrote Four Children And It af ter a classic E. Nesbitt novel. What is E. Nesbitt’s book called? A) What Katy Did B) Five Child ren And It C) Little Women
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Test your JW knowledge!
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Photos by Trish
How much do you know about me?
6. Jacky unveiled this statue in May. What is he called? A) Psammead B) Minotaur C) Centaur
7. What is Jacky’s new cat called? A) Billy B) Milly C) Lily
Quickfire Question s! 8. Where was Jacky born? _________________ 9. At what age did Jacky write her f irst book? _____________ 10. How many cats does Jacky have? _______________
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Jacky signs Ellie’s books.
addie won the M d n a e l i l E s r e d a e r g a JW M icnic in London! P g i B r e h t a y k c a J t e e chance to m
Girls from the nearby Haimo Primary School present Jacky with their hand-m ade version of Five Children And It.
T he talk was all about how Jacky is inspired by author E. Nesbit. Four Children And It is Jacky’s modern version of E. Nesbit’s classic story, Five Children And It!
T he talk was a live web chat. ited Schools were inv r ei to watch it in th t classrooms a lunchtime!
Maddie
In the af ternoon, Jacky unveiled a new statue of the psammead.
We love the psammead! Happy Winners!
Do you think he has granted Maddie and Ellie’s wish?
Ellie
T he girls chatted with Jacky in the garde
udor T he event was held in the T o ng barn where E. Nesbit lived l ne ago. After the talk, everyo enjoyed a picnic.
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We ate delicious sandwiches, chicken and fruit, Jacky’s favourites.
Maddie wrote a murder mystery story as a gif t to Jacky.
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New book for 2014!
Have you read your sneak peek sampler of Jacky’s new book yet? Paws and Whiskers is a collection of Jacky’s favourite animal stories. Read Leonie’s Pet Cat, her brand new story, and some classic animal tales from other authors, too. Jacky tells you all about her own pets, Jacob and Lily, and all the things that make her love her chosen stories so much. Best of all, a donation from every book sold will go to help homeless pets being cared for at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home.
Out in February! TOP SECRET REVEAL!
release in autumn? What will be in Jacky’s new book due for We can guarantee… An Edwardian adventure! Ooh, we can’t wait! Drama and excitement! K eep checking J W Mag Sweets – and sweethearts!
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