A Villianous Evening with
Otto English
Mon 13th October, 8pm
From £18 @ Old Woollen
FAKE HISTORY / FASCINATING /
THOUGHT-PROVOKING
History loves a villain. And writer Otto English has re-examined some of history’s biggest! This evening will change the way you see the world forever.
An Evening ‘on the road’ with
Rob Cowen
Mon 20th October, 8pm
From £20 @ Old Woollen
ORIGINAL VOICE / GENRE-DEFYING / COMPELLING STORYTELLING
Expect a captivating conversation about a remarkable, genre-defying book; part memoir, part history. The A1 is not just a road. You’ll be compelled.
All aboard for an Evening of Journaling
Tues 21st October, 6.30pm
£20 @ Truman Books
SELF IMPROVEMENT / CALMING /
FINDING NEW PATHS
This Writing for Wellness Workshop is perfect for those looking to move on, find adventure down a new path, or find out more about their inner thoughts.
An Evening Celebrating the Weird & Wonderful
Wed 22nd October, 6.30pm
£10 @ Truman Books
INTRIGUING / UNTOLD STORY / CELEBRATION OF NATURE & HISTORY
Author Sally Coulthard asks, ‘If you were to choose 100 weird and wonderful objects to represent our history, what would they be?’ Curious? You need to come along!
An Evening with Campaigner & Author Janet Alder
Thurs 23rd October, 6.30pm
£10 @ Truman Books
HUMAN RIGHTS / EQUALITY /
SOCIAL JUSTICE
During Black History Month, join Janet for an inspiring and enlightening talk about her powerful book, written about the police killing of her brother Christopher Alder.
An Evening Celebrating Northern Gothic
Mon 27th October, 8pm
£15 @ Old Woollen
MENACE / SPELLBINDING /
PERFECT FOR HALLOWEEN
Andrew Michael Hurley and Michael Stewart, two writers at the pinnacle of their craft, explore myth, place, meaning and our darkest imaginings.
An Evening with #1 Bestselling Author Adele Parks
Tues 28th October, 8pm
From £18 @ Old Woollen
RAZOR SHARP / PSYCHOLOLOGICAL THRILLER / SUSPENSEFUL & EMOTIONAL
Celebrating an amazing 25 books in 25 years, join us in conversation with bestselling British author Adele Parks to mark the release of her new, gripping read.
A Pleasing Terror: Candelit Stories for Halloween
Wed 29th October, 7pm
£17 @ Old Woollen
HAUNTING HALLOWEEN / TERRIFYING YET AMUSING / WONDERFUL STORYTELLING
This gripping one man show sees the retelling of two eery M.R James ghost stories, in an atmospheric candelit performance by R.M Lloyd Parry.
A Life-Affirming Evening with
Clare Chambers
Thurs 30th October, 8pm
From £18 @ Old Woollen
INSPIRED BY A TRUE STORY / LOVE & LONELINESS / MULTI-LAYERED MYSTERY
With a focus on the joy of freedom and power of kindness, hear about Clare’s new book and meet the author described as ‘one of our most talented writers’ by The Guardian.
A Riotous Afternoon with Terry Deary
Sat 1st November, 12.30pm
From £20 @ Old Woollen
WITTY / EYE-OPENING /
38 MILLION BOOKS PUBLISHED
Terry is set to tell us all about his riotous, new, history book for adults. It’s definitely an event for those with an inquisitive mind. Horrible Histories for grown-ups.
The Farsley Lit Fest
Crime Day
Sun 2nd November
Old Woollen
A CRIME TO MISS IT / INTERACTIVE /
A CELEBRATION OF THE GENRE
Crime Writing Fans! This is your pass to duck under the crime scene tape. THREE exciting crime events in one sitting, and even more authors. Are you ready?
Book Lovers’ Quiz with
Gary Wigglesworth
Sun 2nd November, 7pm
£12 @ Old Woollen
EXTREMELY FUN / PRIZES /
PACKED FULL OF BOOKISH FACTS
Join Gary Wigglesworth, author of The Book Lovers’ Quiz Book for a fun night testing your knowledge of all things books, with fantastic prizes to be won.
An Evening of Heartfelt Poetry with Robin Ince
Mon 3rd November, 8pm
From £18 @ Old Woollen
FINDING JOY / OBSERVATIONAL /
HONEST WRITING
Raw, funny and heartfelt. Broadcaster and author Robin shares new poems and old experiences about life, death and the odd bit in-between.
An Evening with
Sir Tony
Robinson
Tues 4th November, 8pm
From £22 @ Old Woollen
MUCH-LOVED PERSONALITY / HISTORICAL FICTION / REMARKABLE CAREER
Passionate about history? This master storyteller, award-winning writer and actor wants to tell you all about his new, historical, fiction novel.
Zombies & Dark Humour with Leigh Radford
Wed 5th November, 6.30pm
£10 @ Truman Books
DARKLY FUNNY / GRIPPINGLY GRISLY / UNIQUE ZOMBIE SPIN
Join Leigh as she delves into the depths of her dark, debut novel; a zombie thriller full of heartbreak, revulsion and black humour.
A Haunting Evening with
Bridget Collins
Thurs 6th November, 6.30pm
£10 @ Truman Books
SPINE-CHILLING / EXQUISITE WRITING / SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER
Love an atmospheric read? Join Bridget to find out more about this new, haunting gothic tale of ancient darkness and a love that defies convention.
A Delectable Evening with Food Writer Diana Henry
Fri 7th November, 6.30pm
£15 @ The Mill Kitchen
DELIGHT FOR THE SENSES / CHERISHED RECIPE WRITER / FOOD FOR THOUGHT
One for the Foodies. An evening celebrating the joy of food with Diana’s sumptuous selection of nourishing essays and insights. Drink included.
An Evening Escaping the 9-5 with Suzan Holder
Tues 11th November, 6,30pm
£10 @ Truman Books
ROMANTIC COMEDY / UPLIFTING / MUSICAL TWIST
Yeeha! Calling all rom-com fans. Don’t miss this evening of laughter, stories, music, fizz and fun, with a slice of Dolly Parton! Cowboy hats welcomed.
A Celebration of Jack Reacher with Andrew Child
Fri 14th November, 1pm
From £20 @ Old Woollen
GLOBAL BESTSELLING BOOKS / PULSE-POUNDING READ / 30TH NOVEL OF SERIES
Your opportunity to meet bestselling author Andrew Child and gain a personal insight into ‘the coolest continuing series character’ who’s back for his 30th adventure.