As a reader, I’m constantly reading new novels and non-fiction, and as a writer, I love to attend author events and talks. Here’s my round-up of author interviews, book reviews, literary events and talks, and visits to bookish places of interest.
A visit to see Maggie O’Farrell ‘In Conversation’ about her latest novel, LAND (Tinder Press, £25), at the London Irish Centre.
In the second of my series of Author Interviews, I spoke to Graeme Macrae Burnet, author of BENBECULA, about his inspirations for the novel, his writing process and how he blends historical research with the art of fiction.
In July, I attended the launch of the Fish Anthology 2026, in Bantry, Ireland. I was able to do a short reading from my short story, ‘The Music Room’, which was awarded an Honorary Mention in the Short Story category.
In the run-up to The Waterstones Debut Fiction Prize 2026 prize giving, I spoke to Rebecca Perry, author of MAY WE FEED THE KING, about her inspirations for the novel, her writing process and where she likes to write.
Last week I attended an ‘Under the Covers’ event, hosted by The London Library, in which bibliotherapist Ella Berthoud interviewed the writers David Nicholls and Mel Giedroyc, delving into their love of books.
It was such a treat to attend the London Library’s 8th October event: an interview with critic, journalist and non-fiction author, Frances Wilson, hosted by author Chris Power, talking about France’s brilliant new book ELECTRIC SPARK: THE ENIGMA OF MURIEL SPARK (Bloomsbury, £25).
It was such a thrill to be Highly Commended for the Dorothy Dunnett Society/Historical Writers’ Association Short Story Competition 2023. All the shortlisted writers were invited to attend the HWA Crown Awards 2023 event at the Crypt on the Green in Clerkenwell on Wednesday 22 November, where we were presented with our certificates and copies of the prize anthology.
