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Richmond
Ravena will talk about her zig-zag journey to becoming a bestselling Middle Grade and YA author, from writing short stories in school to doing a biochemistry degree and working as a television lawyer. She'll share her writing inspirations and…
Barnes
Two children get on the train. Only one gets off...
No one saw it happen. You stand on a crowded tube platform in London. Your two little girls jump on the train ahead of you. As you try to join them, the doors slide shut and the train moves away,…
Richmond
Learn how to write fiction that makes people laugh out loud. Led by award winning novelist Kate Davies, whose debut, In at the Deep End, was shortlisted for the Bollinger Everyman Wodehouse Prize for comic fiction.
Richmond
Join us for an exclusive afternoon in conversation with the author of forthcoming novel The Poppy Girls, set at The Poppy Factory.
Richmond
Uncover the gripping true story of the pioneering women who defied convention and established their own police force. Sandra Hempel brings to life the remarkable figures behind the movement. Described as "riveting and written with such clarity" by…
75 London Road, Twickenham
Arts Richmond November Literature Festival 2025
5th November: Justin Webb, the long-time Radio 4 Today presenter, will be talking to journalist York Membery about early starts, his life as a broadcaster and his frank, widely-acclaimed childhood…
Twickenham
The former Labour MP and minister, novelist and celebrated diarist Chris Mullin, who famously led a campaign that resulted in the release of the Birmingham Six, talks to York Membery about his latest volume of diaries, Didn’t You Used to be Chris…
Richmond
Join us for a deep dive into the first year of Led Zeppelin, as Richard Morton Jack discusses his huge new book with the celebrated journalist Chris Welch, who was there from the start...
Hampton
Explore the extraordinary life of Robert Cedric Sherriff, a shy insurance clerk who became one of Britain's most influential writers. His WWI play Journey's End, based on his own experiences in the trenches, transformed modern theatre and was named…
Twickenham,
Spend an inspiring afternoon with two bestselling authors as they delve into the heart of family, memory, and place in their powerful new novels.
Kate Sawyer shares Getting Away, a poignant tale of transformation and belonging. Harriet Evans…
Twickenham
The historian Tracy Borman, Chief Historian at the Historic Royal Palaces and the author of several acclaimed books about Tudor England, talks about her new book, The Stolen Crown, which looks at ‘treachery, deceit and the death of the Tudor…
Richmond
Discover the powerful true story of Afghan women judges who risked everything to stand up for justice—and the incredible global network of women who helped them escape the Taliban. It's a moving story of bravery, friendship, and the strength of…
Twickenham
Join other theatre enthusiasts for a reading of a chosen play and broaden your knowledge of excellent writing at this friendly and spirited reading group.
Richmond
Young Chekhov: How a Great Short Story Writer Started Out.
Richmond
Explore the dazzling world of crime fiction with international bestselling author Sophie Hannah. Uncover the secrets behind her gripping new thrillers including The Last Death of the Year, a brand-new Hercule Poirot mystery created with the blessing…
Twickenham
Broadcaster Reeta Chakrabarti is best known for being a BBC television news presenter, but will be talking about both her 30-plus years with ‘The Beeb’, as well her debut novel, Finding Belle, in a wide-ranging talk with journalist York Membery.
Richmond
Join Lesley-Ann Jones as she delves into her new book Love, Freddie at Books on the Rise!
About Love, Freddie:
Few people knew that Freddie Mercury kept a diary. When he died in 1991, he left behind seventeen handwritten notebooks chronicling his…
Twickenham
Find comfort and connection through great literature.
Our weekly Page Turner sessions, delivered in partnership with The Reader. Come along to one of our friendly, relaxing Shared Reading sessions, led by an experienced Reader Leader.
13 Rosslyn Road, Twickenham
Arts Richmond Young Writers Festival is open to all young people who either live or attend schools or clubs in the London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames. It is a chance to demonstrate writing skills, specifically short stories or poems.
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