Guildford Book Festival has again decided to open its Box Office early on specific events now that the initial line-up has been announced, following the success of ticket sales at last year’s festival. This year will be bigger and better than ever as the festival will be celebrating its 25th anniversary and so early booking starts now on select events so that you can guarantee your seat at some of the bigger shows now.
The Guildford Book Festival 2014 will take place this October (12-19) at various locations in Guildford, including its spiritual home, The Electric Theatre. With a fantastic line-up including some of the most renowned and successful writers, actors and broadcasters who share a passion for books, this year is sure to be packed full of intrigue and fun. Here are a few of the highlights that have already been announced, click HERE to book.
- Comedy legend Paul Merton comes to Guildford for an evening of laughter as he takes you on an evocative journey from his working-class Fulham childhood to the present day.
- Award-winning broadcaster and war zone reporter, Kate Adie, examines in fascinating detail the invaluable role women played in the First World War.
- Enjoy the fascinating company of Sheila Hancock, female icon and one of the nation’s favourite actresses, as we celebrate the publication of her first novel ‘Miss Carter’s War’.
- Get a flavour of the Mediterranean at a Literary Lunch at Jamie’s Italian restaurant with international best-selling author Victoria Hislop.
- Charles Spencer, Viscount Althorp, tells the incredible story of the men who dared to execute Charles I.
- Sit down and chat with broadcasting legend, and now best-selling novelist, Richard Madeley, as he talks about his most intriguing work to date, ‘The Way You Look Tonight’.
- Sophie Hannah unveils the brand new Hercule Poirot mystery and discusses the influences and literary legacy with Agatha Christie’s grandson Mathew Prichard.
- Adele Parks and Anna Hope bring captivating fiction set in the aftermath of the First World War in its centenary year. In a world changed beyond recognition, how will their compelling characters cope with the trauma of loss?
- Jo Baker and Louise Doughty were both selected for the prestigious Richard and Judy Book Club this year. Don’t miss your chance to hear about their novels which have gained so much attention.
- Get a taste of spying, seduction and survival with Elizabeth Buchan and Jane Thynne as they discuss the fascinating world of female espionage in World War II.
- The iconic Guildhall will host best-selling historical novelist Suzannah Dunn as she talks about one of Henry VIII’s most beloved wives, Jane Seymour.
- Enjoy a heart-warming evening with the husband and daughter of Jennifer Worth, the much loved author of ‘Call the Midwife’, whose books inspired the popular TV series.
- Join Christina Lamb the co-writer of ‘I am Malala’ in an event in co-operation with Amnesty International.
- Acclaimed royal biographer and journalist Penny Junor reveals the Prince Harry you’ve never read about before.
- Travel with Matthew Parker to the island that gave birth to 007, as he reveals how Fleming’s books were influenced by the exotic spirit of Jamaica.
- If you’ve ever wondered what your last name really says about you, David McKie uncovers the amazing history of Britain’s surnames.
- Leading First World War historian Richard Van Emden talks and exhibits previously unseen photographs from the Western Front.