• Jasmine Elmer – Goddess with a Thousand Faces

    Hat Factory Arts Centre The Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

    Jasmine Elmer joins us in conversation about her one-of-a-kind exploration of goddesses from our ancient past. 

    £4, free carer ticket for those with accessibility needs
  • Adeola Sokunbi – Destiny Ink

    Hat Factory Arts Centre The Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

    Author and illustrator Adeola Sokunbi introduces the wonderful world of Destiny Ink, who uses creativity to overcome her worries.

    £4, one accompanying adult free
  • Get Crafty! With Mary Hearne

    Luton Central Library Saint George's Square, Luton, England, United Kingdom

    Drop into the Children’s Library and get creative with an array of vibrant craft materials and design your own notebook cover in this session led by local artist Mary Hearne.

    Free, drop in
  • Children’s Creative Writing Workshop with Lucy Strange

    Luton Central Library Saint George's Square, Luton, England, United Kingdom

    In this fun interactive workshop, young people will gain invaluable insight into the craft of storytelling, learn practical tips on writing, from developing compelling characters to creating vivid settings.

    £4.90, one free accompanying adult
  • Panel Discussion with SI Leeds Literary Prize

    Hat Factory Arts Centre The Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

    The Panel Discussion with the shortlisted writers of the SI Leeds Prize 2024, is led by former winner of the prize, Mahsuda Snaith. She will be joined by Maeve Clarke, Arathi Menon, Jac Shreeves-Lee, Angelita Lapuz Bradney, Nazish Khan-Lane and Pauline Walker.

    £4, free carer ticket for those with accessibility needs
  • Sufiya Ahmed – Rosie Raja

    Hat Factory Arts Centre The Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

    This author event with Sufiya Ahmed, author of the Rosie Raja series, offers a chance to dive into an exciting historical adventure series featuring a bold and inspiring young heroine.

    £4, one free accompanying adult. Live stream is free
  • Michael Stewart – Black Wood Women

    Hat Factory Arts Centre The Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

    This author event with Michael Stewart discussing his book Black Wood Women offers a chance to explore a captivating reimagining of folklore and mythology.

    £4, free carer ticket for those with accessibility needs
  • Children’s Creative Writing Workshop with Olaf Falafel

    Luton Central Library Saint George's Square, Luton, England, United Kingdom

    Join comedian, author and illustrator Olaf Falafel for an energetic and exciting event packed full of jokes and drawing as he reads from his current picture books ‘Blobfish’ and the ‘Trixie Pickle Art Avenger’ series.

    £4.90, one free accompanying adult
  • Steve Cole – Doctor Who stories and more

    Hat Factory Arts Centre The Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

    To celebrate Doctor Who’s 61st anniversary, join Steve for a lively look back on decades of monsters and mayhem on TV and beyond … with exclusive insights into the programme’s past, present and future!

    £4, one free accompanying adult. Free live stream
  • Eva Verde – In Bloom

    Hat Factory Arts Centre The Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

    This author event with Eva Verde discussing her novel In Bloom provides a chance to connect with a powerful story about family, identity, and self-discovery.

    £4, free carer ticket for those with accessibility needs
  • Luton Literature Book Festival – Assembly: After Party Show

    Hat Factory Arts Centre The Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

    Join the Luton Literature Book Festival After Party to celebrate the culmination of this year’s book festival, doors open from 6.30pm with a special Luton debut show at 7pm.

    £4