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Read all about it – stars line up to mark 30 years of the Guildford Book Festival...
Big-name authors will be out in force for Surrey’s main literary event as the Guildford Book Festival prepares to celebrate its 30th anniversary. Taking place at venues across the town, this year’s event runs from October 6-13 and tickets are on sale now.
Leading the list of famous names is award-winning actor and star of Poirot, David Suchet, celebrating 50 years on stage and screen; award-winning adventurer and TV presenter, Steve Backshall, taking us into undiscovered worlds; global bestselling novelists Louis de Bernières, Sarah Perry and Tracy Chevalier; much-loved presenter of Countryfile, John Craven, looking back at his distinguished career in broadcasting; Pam Ayres, the nation’s favourite poet, returning to Guildford with a brand new collection of verse, and comedian Katy Brand with her engaging memoir and her obsession with the film, Dirty Dancing.
For younger readers, author and former Blue Peter presenter Konnie Huq will host a series of events and workshops, while Max Hastings brings his new take on the Dambusters and Killing Eve author Luke Jennings, and former SAS-soldier turned novelist, Chris Ryan, will be appearing at the festival to talk about their latest action thrillers.
The Literary Lunch will once again take centre stage with screenwriter Deborah Moggach and for budding writers, there is a five-day Creative Writing Course led by Rachel Marsh, and a chance to receive expert advice in the popular How to Get Published workshop.
Jane Beaton, festival co-director, said: “We are delighted to be celebrating 30 years of the Guildford Book Festival with so many bestselling authors and top name stars from the worlds of entertainment. We hope that this year’s Festival will inspire more people to share their stories.”
For more information, visit: guildfordbookfestival.co.uk