It’s literature lovers’ favorite time of year as the York Literary Festival returns in 2023.
More than 20 events take place throughout March at venues across the city, including York St. John’s College, St. Peter’s School, The Crescent and the York Explore Library and Archive.
We’ve put together a guide to eight exciting events at this year’s festival, including events with best-selling authors Juno Dawson When Julia Armfieldbroadcast legend David Dimbleby Workshops and activities for children.
Rob O’Connor, Chair of the York Literature Festival, said:
“In 2023, the program will be expanded further in March and the entire festival team is looking forward to bringing these events to this wonderful city. Come and join us!
For more information and the full program of events, visit the York Literature Festival website.
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A life of crime with Martin Edwards
Martin Edwards was awarded the CWA Diamond Dagger, the highest honor for British crime fiction, for his outstanding contributions to the genre. He is president of the Detection Club, former chairman of the CWA, a consultant to the British Library’s Crime Classics, and is also captain of the series his champion of the University Challenge for Christmas 2022. At the event, he will discuss his own career as a novelist, short story writer, and editor, as well as the history of acclaimed crime fiction. life of crime, How to create a great crime novel.
- York Explore Library and Archives, Library Square, Museum Street, YO1 7DS
- Thursday, March 2
- 6:00 pm
- 8 pounds
- tickets
Our Wives Under the Sea: Julia Armfield in Conversation
We are delighted to officially launch this year’s festival with acclaimed author Julia Armfield.Julia is a fiction writer and author of novels our wife under the seaa collection of short stories Salt slowly.
our wife under the sea Julia’s debut novel. It’s a story of falling in love, loss, grief, and what kind of life there is in the deep, deep ocean. At this launch event, Julia will discuss her work and influences with Professor Abi Curtis of York St. John University. Join her as one of Britain’s finest contemporary writers.
- York St. John University, Creative Center, Lord Mayor’s Walk, YO31 7EX
- Saturday, March 11th
- 7 pm
- 8 pounds
- tickets
Her Majesty’s Royal Gathering with Juno Dawson
We are delighted to officially launch this year’s festival with acclaimed author Julia Armfield.Julia is a fiction writer and author of novels our wife under the seaa collection of short stories Salt slowly.
our wife under the sea Julia’s debut novel. It’s a story of falling in love, loss, grief, and what kind of life there is in the deep, deep ocean. At this launch event, Julia will discuss her work and influences with Professor Abi Curtis of York St. John University. Join her as one of Britain’s finest contemporary writers.
- York St. John University, Creative Center, Lord Mayor’s Walk, YO31 7EX
- Thursday, March 16th
- 7 pm
- 8 pounds
- tickets
Soul Survivor: PP Arnold in conversation
PP Arnold is an American-born soul legend, best known for the chart hits “The First Cut Is The Deep” and “Angel Of The Morning.” Her career spans her 50+ year history of pop and rock and roll.in her latest book soul survivor, PP Arnold describes her extraordinary life of musical ups and downs and temptations, including the prejudice and abuse she experienced as a young black woman growing up in the music industry on both sides of the Atlantic in the 1960s and ’70s. and anguish. A trap that accompanies fame and success.
- The Crescent Community Venue, 8 The Crescent, York, YO24 1AW
- Saturday, March 18th
- 1:30 pm
- 15 pounds
- tickets
Say yes to Small Press!
Continuing a tradition that began with the inaugural York Literary Festival in March 2007, this year’s festival is proud to host Say Yes to the Small Press, a drop-in fair highlighting local publishing talent. think. From the new to the more established, local press gather to share author readings and showcase great products. Books will also be on sale.
We welcome contributions from Scran Press, Stairwell Books, Whimsical Publishing Press, Ram Eye Press, Ergi Press, Forge Zine, Bitterleaf Books, Acid Bath Publishing, Missive Mag, and others.
- Hanggate Reading Cafe, Hanggate, Bellerby Court, York, YO1 7AF
- Sunday, March 19th
- 4:00pm – 7:00pm
- Free – feel free to stop by
- More information
Godkiller with Hannah Kenner
Hannah Kenner is a Northumbrian writer living in Scotland. She works in Edinburgh as a Senior Digital Consultant, delivering her digital healthcare, tools and services to the public sector. She is inspired by world myths, angry women, speculative her fiction, stories we tell about being human. god killer is her debut novel and the first part of a fiery epic fantasy trilogy. Hannah speaks with Dr. Rob O’Connor, President of the York Literature Festival.
- York Explore Library and Archives, Library Square, Museum Street, YO1 7DS
- March 21 (Tue)
- 6:00 pm
- £5
- tickets
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Keep Talking: Broadcast Life, David Dimbleby
David Dimbleby looks back on his 50-year career with the BBC and gives a behind-the-scenes look at some of the biggest moments in British broadcasting. David Dimbleby is a legend in broadcasting, having interviewed prime ministers and presidents, produced award-winning documentaries, and for 25 years The Question he chaired Time, and has been the BBC’s main source of historical national and global events. Supporting live broadcasts. keep talking It’s David’s ironic look at his own extraordinary career, and the people, events, and controversies he encountered along the way.
- St Peter’s School, Clifton, York, YO30 6AB
- March 21 (Tue)
- 7 pm
- 12 pounds
- tickets
Children’s Day – James Harris
James Harris is one of Middlesbrough’s tallest children’s authors. He writes funny books, shopping lists, and sentences that end with unexpected bunnies. James’ books are full of monsters. In this interactive workshop, James helps you create your own home monster!
- York Explore Library and Archives, Library Square, Museum Street, YO1 7DS
- Saturday, March 25th
- 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- £2
- tickets
