The Cluster is excited… and maybe just a teensy bit terrified (but shhh, don’t tell the monsters) to welcome author Jason Brown and the brilliantly bonkers world of his book Carl Loft and the Oover Monster.
This laugh-out-loud story (perfect for ages 5 to 7) tackles a childhood problem we can all relate to: fear. Enter Carl Loft, a small boy with a big imagination, who finds himself face-to-face with his mum’s villainous vacuum cleaner a.k.a. the dreaded Oover Monster! Luckily, he’s got some unlikely monster mates hiding around the house who are more than happy to help him take on the beast. Along the way Carl learns something important: fear is all in the mind.
At this monstrously fun Cluster event you can expect…
Storytime with Jason where you get to discover about Carl Loft, the Oover Monster and their monster pals.
Monster mask making where your own ‘little monster can unleash their own wild, weird, wobbly creations.
Jason will also be signing books and selling merch so you can take home a little monster magic.
So grab your little monster tamers, tell them to bring their bravest doodling hands, and join us at The Cluster for a monstrously good time. Because sometimes the scariest things in life… are actually the funniest.
WHO
The Cluster and the brilliant Jason Brown are teaming up to bring you this event.
Jason Brown is a children’s author and illustrator from Kiddington, Oxfordshire. Inspired by science fiction, fantasy, and cryptozoology, he created the self-published book Carl Loft and the Oover Monster, which was successfully funded via Kickstarter and is now available in local independent bookshops.
Jason also brings his characters to life through arts and crafts events, selling themed merchandise and running interactive reading and drawing sessions at schools, community centres, and local markets.
WHEN
Saturday 01st November
1:30pm to 2:30pm
WHERE
The Cluster, 3-5 Middle Way, OX2 7LH
It will take place inside in a private room at The Cluster co-working space, 3-5 Middle Way, Summertown, Oxford. There are regular buses from Oxford city centre to Summertown. There is Summertown car park opposite Oakthorpe Road.
BOOKING
Book your ticket to avoid disappointment (or worse, a sulky Oover Monster!) Spaces are limited. Eventbrite charges apply – we can’t avoid it, sorry, they’re true monsters – but each ticket is still under £10. A proper bargain!
OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF
Suitable for ages 5+ (best for 5 to 7 year olds, but older siblings and monster-loving grown-ups are very welcome).
All children must be accompanied by an adult, monsters are friendly, but health & safety is scarier than the Oover Monster.
