Thu - November 26 at 3:30 pm

This discussion will explore Curtis’ approach to character, worldbuilding and genre, including how her North East background influences her writing, with an opportunity to get books signed at the end of the event.

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Thu - November 26 at 5:00 pm

Join Frances Hardinge, winner of the Costa Book Award for The Lie Tree, for a discussion of her dazzling new novel for readers of all ages, Traitors’ Nest…

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Thu - November 26 at 6:00 pm

Neil Pearson and Peter Mitchell will discuss the significance of these newly acquired papers, what they reveal about Common’s career beyond his published work, and how this archive enriches our understanding of post-war British cinema and literary culture.

Thu - November 26 at 6:30 pm

Emma Newman and Adrian Tchaikovsky will discuss their recent books – The Vengeance and Green City Wars – and there will be a chance to get books signed at the end of the event.

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Fri - November 27 at 3:00 pm

Join author Chris Bowlby for a captivating discussion about his new original football memoir. The book offers a profound look at grief, anxiety and belonging, balanced with glorious joy and unexpected humour.

Fri - November 27 at 7:00 pm

Gerald Dickens returns with his acclaimed one man show. Don’t miss this early Yuletide treat which has received standing ovations all over the world.

Sat - November 28 at 11:00 am

This event brings together writers living and working in the North to explore how place, class, and identity shape the stories we tell and the paths we take into publishing.

Sat - November 28 at 11:00 am

Join Northumberland author Sue Reed to discuss her wild, time-travelling novel. Haunted by grief, protagonist Molly visits the legendary Sycamore Gap tree on the eve of its destruction, sweeping her back to an ancient Britain of druids and magic.

Sat - November 28 at 1:30 pm

Join author Daniel James for a conversation with GQ’s Sam Parker about his book, Good Anger. Discover how to transform this taboo emotion into bravery, purpose, and self-respect.