He’s back - and he’s unstoppable. Gyles Brandreth just can’t stop talking. The jumper-loving This Morning star, who keeps popping up on Pointless, QI, Would I Lie To You?, Sunday Brunch, and The One Show, has been burbling and babbling since he was a baby, and in his hilarious one-man show the award-winning raconteur (and …
Head to Waterstones in Parkway for an evening of all things Austen with best-selling author Gill Hornby, as they celebrate the release of 'The Elopement'. This year marks 250 years since the birth of Jane Austen, and with the BBC adaptation of 'Miss Austen' already delighting fans, what better time could there be to delve …
For over thirty years, award-winning broadcaster and comedian Robin Ince has entertained thousands both on air and in person. But underneath the surface, a whirlwind was at play. In his newest book, 'Normally Weird and Weirdly Normal' Robin uses his own experiences, interviews with psychologists and personal insights to explore the neurodivergent experience and to …
Join the award-winning broadcaster at Corn Exchange Newbury as she talks about her debut novel, and growing up around Newbury. Alongside her award-winning sports broadcasting and coverage of major Royal events, Clare is a best-selling and award-winning author of numerous books and children's novels. About Pastures New: Alex has perfected the art of dodging responsibility …
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The Corn Exchange is hosting its very first one-day literary festival, Festival of Words, on Saturday 27 September from 11.30am. Enjoy a full line-up of literary events, from a writers’ meet-up and two lively author panels to their biggest quiz yet. The day closes with a special appearance by Robert Harris, offering a rare insight …
Join children’s author Lui Sit at Newbury Library to hear about her book ‘Land of the Last Wildcat’, the first book in a thrilling new action-adventure series. Lui will be talking about the book, her author journey, and the inspiration behind the story. This will be followed by an audience Q&A and the opportunity to …
Join West Berkshire Libraries for an inspiring talk with novelist Judith Heneghan. She'll share how real-life experiences shape her fiction, discuss setting and suspense, and talk about the novel-writing process. The event includes an audience Q&A and a chance to buy signed copies of her books, Birdeye and Snegurochka. Tickets cost £5.
By the time twelve astronauts had landed on the moon, only eleven extraordinary sailors had rounded Cape Horn alone. These are the Cape Horn Astronauts. Author Nicholas Gray comes to The Bowlers Arms to tell the story of the lives of these eleven men and their extraordinary sailing exploits, and compares and contrasts their voyages …
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Celebrate World Book Day with a bestselling author, award-winning director & BAFTA member, Leon Mitchell! Children will explore storytelling, join in a fun group story, and create their own mini book to take home. Includes creative world-building, story sharing, and signed posters. Don't forget to take your favourite book along to share! Suggested donation £5 …
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