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Find our latest events, download our podcasts and re-live your favourite Festival memories!

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We depend on the support of so many businesses, individuals, Festival Friends and our army of volunteers to create such a special Festival

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Our year-round Community Programme involves book-related activities with groups and individuals across the city

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Our Festival includes over 100 book-related events & activities in June and at our Autumn Edition with some of our most celebrated authors

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Local Author Talks at Local Libraries

Autumn Edition Festival Programme 2025

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