Independent Bookshop Week 2026
Join us in Bridgnorth for a fun evening with artist, author and illustrator Matt Sewell as he talks about his art, his new book A Little Bird Told Me and hosts a fun quiz on bird phrases
A Little Bird Told Me features 52 beautiful and quirky watercolour drawings and a linguistic curio for every week of the year
Are you a culture vulture?
Where do you stand in the pecking order?
Author of the bestselling Our Garden Birds Matt Sewell brings his signature whimsical artistry to the world of language in A Little Bird Told Me. This delightful collection combines Sewell’s evocative, humorous illustrations with an exploration of the weird and wonderful world of animal phrases. Are you ready to explore the origins, meanings and interpretations of idioms we use every day, and look at some lovely pictures?
Why not kill two birds with one stone and come along and meet Matt Sewell!
Matt Sewell is a British artist and illustrator and an avid ornithologist and is known for his distinctive, characterful style that blends playful simplicity with a deep appreciation for the natural world. Best known for his much-loved bird illustrations in his series of best-selling books, Matt has developed a unique visual language that captures the personality, charm, and subtle beauty of wildlife with remarkable economy and warmth. His work celebrates nature in an accessible and engaging way, encouraging a closer connection to the birds and environments that surround us. His illustration work spans books, prints, and creative collaborations, earning a wide following for its expressive lines and vivid yet minimal compositions
Tickets: £11 (Admits One, includes a signed copy of A Little Bird Told Me)