Durham Book Festival Returns with Star Authors and Live-Stream Options
The Durham Book Festival is set to return from 13 to 16 October. Fans can find more details and book tickets on the official website. This year's laureate is poet Hannah Lowe, who will present readings and a newly commissioned poem.
The Festival will take place across various venues, including the Gala Theatre and Clayport Library. Some events will be live-streamed for those unable to attend in person. The prestigious Gordon Burn Prize winner will be revealed during the Festival.
Literary enthusiasts can look forward to appearances by bestselling authors Alexander McCall Smith and Fiona Hill. LJ Ross' latest short story, 'The Mystery of the Vanishing Mayor', will be this year's Big Read, with copies distributed across County Durham and available to University students and staff. BBC presenter Jeremy Vine will discuss his appreciation for W.H. Auden and Durham's landscapes in an event chaired by Dr Abbie Garrington. The Festival will also delve into 'The New Great Britons' through talks by academics and writers.
The Durham Book Festival promises an exciting programme of events, with renowned authors, captivating discussions, and unique literary experiences. With both in-person and live-streamed options, the Festival caters to a wide audience, celebrating the written word in all its forms.
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