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SUMMARY:Gyles Brandreth: Can't Stop Talking
DESCRIPTION:He’s back – and he’s unstoppable.\nGyles 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 holder of the world record for the longest-ever after-dinner speech – 12 and a half hours!) is trying to work out why. \nFrom 40 years on Radio 4’s Just A Minute to 7 years on Channel 4’s Celebrity Gogglebox\, he can’t keep his mouth shut. He even talks in his sleep. What’s it all about? He’s going to tell you on this roller-coaster ride of tales and revelations from his unlikely life in showbusiness and politics. There will be surprises too (for him and you) when the audience gets to decide what he’s going to talk about next. His Top Ten multi-million download podcast\, Rosebud\, usually pops up. \nDon’t miss him – novelist\, actor\, ex-MP\, No 1 best-selling biographer\, wordsmith and verbivore (he suffers from logorrhea – knows how to spell it and knows what it means) – he’s won the Audience Award for Most Popular Show on the Fringe\, multiple 5-star reviews and every time he’s been to Edinburgh his shows have sold out. Fast. So book now.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/gyles-brandreth-cant-stop-talking/
LOCATION:Corn Exchange Newbury\, Corn Exchange\, Market Place\, RG14 5BD
CATEGORIES:Author Events,Theatre
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SUMMARY:In conversation with Robin Ince
DESCRIPTION: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 ask what the point of “being normal” really is. This is a quirky and witty guide in to the world of human behaviour. \nRobin will be speaking at Waterstones in Parkway for an exciting exploration of his newest work. \nGeneral admission: £5\nTicket and book: £22
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/in-conversation-with-robin-ince/
LOCATION:Waterstones Newbury\, Waterstones\, RG14 1AY
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Author Events
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SUMMARY:An Audience with Clare Balding: An Old Library Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Join the award-winning broadcaster at Corn Exchange Newbury as she talks about her debut novel\, and growing up around Newbury. \nAlongside 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. \nAbout Pastures New: Alex has perfected the art of dodging responsibility during her almost 40 years — until an unexpected letter turns her life upside down. She’s inherited a crumbling sheep farm in deepest\, wettest Wales. This was not her life plan. Not at all. Determined to avoid becoming the next local scandal\, Alex sets out to uncover the truth behind her mystery inheritance. \nAll proceeds from ticket sales will go to the Old Library campaign\, find out more here.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/an-audience-with-clare-balding-an-old-library-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Corn Exchange Newbury\, Corn Exchange\, Market Place\, RG14 5BD
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Author Events
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SUMMARY:Festival of Words
DESCRIPTION:The Corn Exchange is hosting its very first one-day literary festival\, Festival of Words\, on Saturday 27 September from 11.30am. \nEnjoy 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 into his writing process and the art of building tension on the page. \nAll proceeds support the Old Library Campaign\, helping to transform the Old Library into a vibrant new arts hub on Cheap Street. \nEach event is ticketed separately – explore the full programme and booking details for each event at the link below.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/festival-of-words/
LOCATION:Corn Exchange Newbury\, Corn Exchange\, Market Place\, RG14 5BD
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Author Events
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SUMMARY:Children’s Author Chat with Lui Sit
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLui 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 buy signed copies of the book. \nThis event is aimed at children aged 7+. \nTickets cost £3 per child. Adults are not required to book a ticket. You can learn more and book tickets via the event details link below.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/childrens-author-chat-with-lui-sit/
LOCATION:Newbury Library\, Newbury Library\, The Wharf\, RG14 5AU
CATEGORIES:Author Events,Children's Sessions,Library Events,School Holidays & Half Term
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SUMMARY:Author Chat with Judith Heneghan
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe event includes an audience Q&A and a chance to buy signed copies of her books\, Birdeye and Snegurochka. \nTickets cost £5.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/author-chat-with-judith-heneghan/
LOCATION:Newbury Library\, Newbury Library\, The Wharf\, RG14 5AU
CATEGORIES:Author Events,Library Events
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SUMMARY:Astronauts of Cape Horn - Talk with Nicholas Gray
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAuthor 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 with what the space astronauts achieved. \nLearn more on the Newbury Yacht Club website at the link below.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/astronauts-of-cape-horn-talk-with-nicholas-gray/
LOCATION:The Bowlers Arms\, The Bowlers Arms\, RG14 6TW
CATEGORIES:Author Events
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SUMMARY:Children's World Book Day Creative Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate World Book Day with a bestselling author\, award-winning director & BAFTA member\, Leon Mitchell! \nChildren 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. \nDon’t forget to take your favourite book along to share! \nSuggested donation £5 to support City Arts’ Children’s Community Events.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/childrens-world-book-day-creative-workshop/
LOCATION:City Arts Newbury\, City Arts Newbury\, RG14 6DB
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Author Events,Children's Sessions
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SUMMARY:Susie Dent: Word Perfect
DESCRIPTION:A brand-new tour of the joys of the English language with Britain’s best-loved wordsmith. \nFollowing on from her hit show The Secret Life of Words\, Susie Dent is back with a brand-new collection of facts and stories from the wonderful world of words. \nHave you ever wondered whether there’s a word for going to the fridge for the umpteenth time in search of something new? Or puzzled over the reason why a group of crows is called a ‘murder’\, while owls form a ‘parliament’? Is teen slang actually designed to make us tear our hair out? And just how many words do we need for being drunk? \nWith the help of funny\, insightful\, and head-scratching examples\, Susie will entertain and educate us with her pick of language’s greatest hits. Word Perfect will remind us just how unpredictable\, wayward\, and utterly magical the English language can be.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/susie-dent-word-perfect/
LOCATION:Corn Exchange Newbury\, Corn Exchange\, Market Place\, RG14 5BD
CATEGORIES:Author Events,Theatre
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SUMMARY:Author Chat with Gill Hornby
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Jane Austen fans! \nJoin Newbury Library for an exclusive Author Chat with Sunday Times bestseller Gill Hornby on Friday\, 17 April\, 1pm to 2pm. \nGill will be diving into the local inspirations behind her hit novel Miss Austen and discussing her series of books focused on the lives of the extended Austen family. \nThe event includes an audience Q&A and a chance to purchase signed copies of her work. \nTickets are just £5 and can be booked via the link below or by visiting the library.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/author-chat-with-gill-hornby/
LOCATION:Newbury Library\, Newbury Library\, The Wharf\, RG14 5AU
CATEGORIES:Author Events,Library Events
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