Create a buzz around books and Reading for Pleasure at your school

FREE online build-a-book author experiences from Early Years to Year Six

- One-of-a-kind, behind-the-scenes experience of book creation and publishing.
-  Tasks that are quick and engaging – just play the video instructions in class and complete the fun task (no extra preparation needed by teachers).
- Flexible, whole-school experience - sign up just as  few  or  as  many of your year groups as you like!
- Free digital copy of the book you help create.

"Very engaging. All of the children were so excited to think of possible scenarios. A very inclusive activity."

Year 5 Teacher

"The children (who are a class of reluctant readers) loved it."

Year 4 Teacher

"The children really enjoyed the books and were fully engaged. Accessible to all ages and abilities. No further planning/ resourcing needed - easy to follow and a lovely change."

Year 3/4 Teacher

The World Book Day 2025 build-a-book experience resulted in...

A hilarious story that cleverly conveys the power of celebrating and growing from your mistakes, through a tale packed full of surprises!

To be part of the next build-a-book author experience, please sign up below.

About the author

Angharad Davies lives in south Wales with her husband and two sons (7 and 5). After witnessing the magic of story in her own children for nurturing emotional intelligence, growth mindset and resilience, she decided to write her own.  

Combining her knowledge from postgraduate qualifications in Psychology and Play Therapy with her children's love for humorous reads, Bowly McLight was born.  

Witnessing her children's enthusiasm and involvement in her first three books, Angharad knew that more children needed to experience the behind-the-scenes of book creation.  She is thrilled to now be making her books alongside families and schools across the UK - sharing this magic with hundreds of children. 

Meet the author

Angharad Davies lives in south Wales with her husband and two sons (7 and 5). After witnessing the magic of story in her own children for nurturing emotional intelligence, growth mindset and resilience, she decided to write her own.

Combining her knowledge from postgraduate qualifications in Psychology and Play Therapy with her children's love for humorous reads, Bowly McLight was born.    

Witnessing her children's enthusiasm and involvement in her first three books, Angharad knew that more children needed to experience the behind-the-scenes of book creation.  She is thrilled to now be making her books alongside families and schools across the UK - sharing this magic with hundreds of children. 

Limited Company Registration Number: 13163486

15 Neptune Court, Vanguard Way
 Cardiff, UK  CF24 5PJ 

angharad@bowlycan.com