Presented in a partnership between Swindon Hub and the Swindon Festival of Literature.
Sponsored by Thomzo Designs.
If you are an author and would like more information about a table, please contact us at Hello@thomzodesigns.co.uk.
A whole day for book lovers, local authors, keen readers, young and old writers, and everyone who likes to connect with others who are into books, reading, and writing, taking place in a beautiful town-centre venue with comfy seating, snacks, and drinks available.
The day begins with a BOOK FAIR, with lots of books for sale of all different kinds by local authors. If you want a table, please contact hello@thomzodesigns.co.uk.
From start to finish, there will be FRIENDLY PEOPLE from local writing and reading groups ready to chat with anyone new to writing or looking for a group to join.
At 3pm, there will be a CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP with presentation, guidance, and support for new or experienced writers who wish to improve their writing skills. The workshop will be run by established local author and experienced writing tutor Judith Cranswick. If you wish to sign up for it in advance, please click on the link or you can register on the day at the venue.
All day, there will be a warm welcome and HUB & FESTIVAL BUZZ for everyone to enjoy, created by lovely local writers, readers, and friends of Swindon Hub and the Swindon Festival of Literature.
Come along and join the literary fun!
Featured Authors
Zozo Thomas
Zozo Thomas – stories to colour in. Read the story and colour the words and images as you go. With puzzles and activities related to the story there is plenty to keep the whole family entertained.
Judith writes cozy travel mysteries which all take place during a holiday. Her books will take you on a vicarious journey to foreign parts, either by coach to various European countries, by air to more exotic places such as Morocco, Japan and Persia and by sea to places such as Greenland.
Phil is a writer of YA/dystopian/ climate fiction novels and short stories. Truth Sister is set in a dystopian future Britain affected by climate change and dwindling resources, where epidemics have decimated the population and a women’s republic has arisen.
A.A. Abbott chose her pen name to snag first place on your bookshelf. Also known as Helen, she writes psychological thrillers about women finding strength in the face of danger. She publishes in a range of formats, including audiobook, ebook, Kindle Unlimited, hardback, paperback, large print and dyslexia-friendly Lexend font.
Karl W. Newton, a Birmingham native, has spent his life turning imagination into words. At forty, Karl has found in writing a powerful outlet for his experiences with mental health, addiction, and recovery. His words, raw and honest, explore the depths of the human experience, weaving together humour, insight, and a touch of vulnerability.