Alida Whiteoak brings her stories to life with warmth, humour, and a touch of mischief. Whether speaking to a hall full of students or a cosy library crowd, she shares the inspirations behind her books, the messy joy of writing, and the importance of keeping your curiosity alive. Drawing on her own creative journey, Alida encourages young readers to see storytelling as something they can do too—no perfect grammar required. Her sessions are equal parts engaging, relatable, and just the right amount of chaotic, leaving audiences inspired to pick up a pen and imagine.