Angie Cui

Bio
Workshops and Talks

Angie is a Melbourne-based writer with a multicultural perspective shaped by her tri-cultural family (Australian, Bangladeshi, and Chinese). Her books include My Mum is a Bird and Our Map, with another title forthcoming in 2026. Her work emphasises themes of diversity, imagination, and connection, and she's passionate about inspiring readers and writers of all ages. Angie's presentations cater not only to children but also to adults, including carers/parents, teachers, librarians and aspiring writers (or anyone who loves books!).

Angie has also contributed to publications such as The Guardian, Sydney Morning Herald, and ABC Everyday, discussing storytelling and cultural parenting.

About My Books

My Mum is a Bird (University of Queensland Press April 1, 2025, with translation offers from Europe and Asia): A delightfully absurd yet touching story about celebrating differences and loving your family—feathers and all. Illustrated by the talented Evie Barrow, this book is sure to swoop into the hearts of young readers.
Our Map (Wombat Books June 5, 2025): A heartwarming exploration of friendship, heritage, and imagination, encouraging children and families to embrace diversity and see the beauty in their cultural stories.

Angie's Presentations and Topics

**For Children (primary school level), Libraries and Schools:**

Interactive Book Readings: Engaging sessions where children actively participate in the story and connect with its characters.
Creative Craft Activities: Hands-on workshops like "Learn to Fly!" that encourage children to create their own stories or artwork inspired by my books.
Workshops: Further to above - Show and Tell, Talk for Writing. Learn to Fly method.
Key Themes: Celebrating differences, the power of imagination, and building empathy and friendship.
Q&A Sessions: Insightful discussions on storytelling, the creative process, and how books are made.Requirements for school visits:
- Teacher presence in the classroom to maximize engagement.
- Whiteboard, table/desk for materials, data projector/PowerPoint (I bring my presentations on USB or laptop).

For Adults (MC-ing, conference speaking, professional development sessions)

I offer workshops and presentations tailored to educators, carers/parents, and aspiring writers, including:

Professional Development: Exploring ways to use picture books to discuss diversity, imagination, and empathy with children.
Author Talks: Sharing my journey as a multicultural author and insights into traditional publishing, writing with emotion, and creating impactful picture books.
Workshops for Aspiring Writers or anyone who loves writing and reading: Covering topics such as breaking into publishing, self-promotion strategies, and the craft of writing picture books.
Panel Discussions: Engaging talks on themes like multicultural storytelling and the picture book production process.