Orpington Literary Festival 2024
A week-long celebration of the written and spoken word
A week of town centre events celebrating the written and spoken word, brought to you by Orpington 1st in partnership with Bromley Libraries, supported by Orpington Rotary.
James Swallow in conversation
Event Date: 13th May 2024
Come and listen to New York Times, Sunday Times and Amazon #1 best selling author James Swallow discuss his writing
Read MoreDreamweavers with Annabelle Sami
Event Date: 13th May 2024
Join author Anabelle Sami to explore her brand new book series Dreamweavers
Read MoreStorytime with Allison Parkinson
Event Date: 13th May 2024
Join children’s author and illustrator Allison Parkinson for rhyming fun in a special Storytime
Read MoreAnnie Lyons and Kerry Barret in conversation
Event Date: 14th May 2024
Join local authors Annie Lyons and Kerry Barrett as they discuss their writing and inspiration
Read MoreCuriosities of Orpington
Event Date: 15th May 2024
Lift the lid on Orpington and you will find curiosities in abundance!
Read MoreSteady For This
Event Date: 15th May 2024
Author Nathanael Lessore talks with Year 7 & 8 and pupils about his Yoto Carnegie Medal shortlisted book, "Steady For This"
Read MorePato's Literary Festival Quiz
Event Date: 15th May 2024
Join team Pato for a special literary themed quiz as part of Orpington Literary Festival
Read MoreBaby Bounce with Sheena Roberts
Event Date: 16th May 2024
Join Sheena Roberts as she leads songs from her Playsongs books.
Read MoreWrite Away with Nikhil and Jay
Event Date: 16th May 2024
An imaginative fun-filled writing workshop with author Chitra Soundar
Read MoreThe Melody Makers - Musical Memoirs
Event Date: 16th May 2024
Join Nicky Forbes and Alf Martin as they talk about their books ‘The Rhythm Method’ and ‘What’s It All About Alfie’
Read MoreSimon Weston CBE in conversation with Dr Tessa Dunlop
Event Date: 17th May 2024
In a special Orpington Literary Festival event, hear Simon Weston CBE in conversation with Dr Tessa Dunlop
Read MoreFablehouse with author and screenwriter EL Norry
Event Date: 18th May 2024
Author and screenwriter Emma discusses her magical adventure series
Read MoreExplore the wonders of the natural world!
Event Date: 18th May 2024
Explore the wonders of the natural world with award-winning children’s author-illustrator, Matt Robertson!
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