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SUMMARY:The Zone
DESCRIPTION:Chill\, create\, be you at The Zone – Zest Theatre’s award-winning pop-up community space\, open after school and over the festival weekend\, and brought to you by Newark Creates. From laidback hangouts and high-energy workshops with pro artists to gaming\, book corners\, and adrenaline-pumping parties – you decide how to spend your time in The Zone. \nOpen after school and across the weekend\, it’s the perfect place to chill\, create\, and be you. \nThursday 10th July | 3pm - 6pm\nFriday 11th July | 3pm - 6pm\nSaturday 12th July | 11am - 5pm\nSunday 13th July | 11am - 5pm \n#GetInTheZone
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/the-zone/
LOCATION:Newark Market Place\, Newark Royal Market\, Market Place\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1DU
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Teen & Young Adult
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SUMMARY:Fantasy and Adventure Panel
DESCRIPTION:Step into a world of magical tattoos\, time-stopping twins\, glittering cities\, and centuries-old secrets in this unforgettable event for young fantasy lovers. Acclaimed authors Michelle Harrison and Philippa Leathley take the stage for a spellbinding book talk and Q&A\, exploring the power of storytelling\, the joy of writing fantasy\, and what it takes to create unforgettable adventures. \nPhilippa Leathley introduces her gripping new book Inkbound: Meticulous Jones and the Skull Tattoo\, the second in her magical middle-grade series. When Metty receives a fate-marking tattoo of a skull\, her life changes forever. With danger lurking and her father missing\, Metty must journey to New London to uncover the truth—and find out who she really is. \nMichelle Harrison\, bestselling author of A Pinch of Magic and The Thirteen Treasures\, shares a first look at her brand new novel Twice Upon a Time—a deliciously twisty mystery about twin sisters who can stop time. What begins as a quiet holiday quickly turns into a time-bending investigation involving missing people\, locked rooms\, and family secrets. \nIn conversation with Kate Hancock\, this event is packed with fantasy world-building\, thrilling plot twists\, and plenty of writerly wisdom to inspire young readers and budding authors alike. \nEarly copies of Michelle Harrison’s Twice Upon a Time will be available to purchase and sign on the day! \nIdeal for students aged 8–13\, this lively\, magical event will leave imaginations racing and pens ready to write. \nFREE FOR SCHOOL GROUPS AND HOME EDUCATED COMMUNITY\nContact hello@newarkbookfestival.org.uk to book your tickets.
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/fantasy-and-adventure-panel/
LOCATION:Palace Theatre\, Palace Theatre\, Appleton Gate\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1JY
CATEGORIES:Schools Programme
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SUMMARY:Your First Novel - Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Get the essential tools and confidence you need to begin your first novel in a writing workshop with The Coffeehouse Writer\, Mandi Allen\, during Newark Book Festival.  \nShape your unique narrative voice in this 2-hour group writing workshop with creative exercises to help turn your abstract dream into a more refined work in progress\, in a process that breaks the writing journey down into manageable steps. \nDiscover how to develop compelling ideas\, craft memorable characters\, and structure your story effectively\, alongside learning how to navigate common first-draft challenges. \nScripting Master Mandi Allen brings her knowledge\, wit and creativity to the workshop\, learnt from her extensive experience of writing for plays\, film\, journalism\, and even business!  \nIn this workshop\, you’ll gain the confidence\, momentum and a set of concrete strategies to start writing your first novel from the moment you get home. Overcome the obstacles that prevent many aspiring novelists from finishing their manuscripts\, and turn your novel into a workable reality.  \nWhether you’ve been contemplating writing a novel for years or just recently felt the creative urge to write\, this workshop provides the perfect launching pad for your literary adventure. \nJoin Mandi Allen at Newark Book Festival this summer for her spark-inducing workshop to help you write your very first novel. 
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/your-first-novel-writing-workshop/
LOCATION:Newark Library Meeting Room\, Beaumond Gardens\, Balderton Gate\, Newark\, NG24 1UW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Grow\, Play & Live with Luke Palmer
DESCRIPTION:Carnegie and Branford Boase-shortlisted author and poet\, Luke Palmer\, is taking to the stage at Newark Book Festival in a powerful and inspiring book talk about his latest YA novel\, Live—a stunning coming-of-age story that hits all the right notes.  \nA coming-of-age novel about music\, friendship\, and grief. Perfect for teens aged 13+\, Luke’s book talk explores creativity\, resilience\, and what it means to grow up.  \nSet in the emotional whirlwind of Year Twelve\, Live follows George\, a passionate young musician who dreams of making it big with his band. But when tragedy strikes\, George and his classmates are forced to face grief\, friendship\, and growing up in a story filled with heart\, hope\, and the healing power of music. \nPerfect for readers who love the work of James Goodhand\, Lisa Williamson\, and Bali Rai\, Live combines vivid storytelling with raw emotion and musical energy. The book also includes original song lyrics—and possibly even a playlist—bringing George’s world to life in an immersive\, relatable way for young readers. \nLuke Palmer\, also an award-winning poet\, will discuss his writing process\, the themes of creativity and resilience that shape his work\, and what it means to tell stories that help young people navigate life’s toughest moments. \nThis is a brilliant session for students\, teachers\, and home educators looking to spark discussion about friendship\, ambition\, grief\, self-expression\, and what it truly means to live. \nFREE FOR SCHOOLS AND HOME EDUCATION COMMUNITY\nEMAIL hello@newarkbookfestival.org.uk to book your place
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/grow-play-live-with-luke-palmer/
LOCATION:Palace Theatre\, Palace Theatre\, Appleton Gate\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1JY
CATEGORIES:Schools Programme
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SUMMARY:From the Stars to Electric Cars
DESCRIPTION:Join local Newark poet and tutor Fiona Theokritoff at Inspire in the Buttermarket for a creative writing workshop themed on the wonders of the natural world. \nWhether you’re picking up a pen for the first time or returning to writing with years of experience under your belt\, this creative writing workshop is your invitation to connect with nature through words.  \nLed by local poet and experienced tutor Fiona Theokritoff\, this inspiring session invites you to explore the beauty of the natural world and imagine sustainable futures—on the page and beyond. \nFiona’s From the Stars to Electric Cars workshop will guide you through a range writing exercises using visual prompts\, poetry\, and thought-provoking themes to spark your creativity. Bring a notebook\, a pen\, and your imagination. \nThis small group workshop offers a taste of Fiona’s upcoming course on the Inspire programme\, launching in Autumn 2025. The full course will delve deeper into writing inspired by our environment and the urgent need to care for it—with weekly sessions designed to help you grow in confidence\, develop your writing voice\, and explore how creativity can contribute to conversations around climate\, sustainability\, and our relationship with the planet. \nWhether you’re curious about writing poetry for the first time\, seeking fresh inspiration\, or interested in how the natural world can shape our stories\, this relaxed and welcoming workshop will give you the tools to begin.  \nCome along to discover the joy of writing in community\, and leave with new ideas\, new words\, and perhaps a new perspective on the world around you.
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/from-the-stars-to-electric-cars/
LOCATION:Inspire\, Newark Buttermarket (upstairs)
CATEGORIES:Poetry,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Wine and Words
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an afternoon of wine and words at Newark Book Festival with local poets Fiona Theokritoff and Jane Wyles. \nBook your tickets to one of the most popular Newark Book Festival events\, Wine and Words – an early evening of poetry with Fiona and Jane.  \nYou’ll hear their entertaining mix of poems\, as well as some well-loved works\, before adding your own words to the event poem. \nFiona and Jane launched Wine and Words in Newark in 2013 as part of the Nottingham Poetry Festival\, and it has evolved into the regular and popular event it is today\, with audience participation and their own unique poetry too.  \nBook your tickets by calling Fiona directly on 07553 928099. All tickets include a welcome glass of prosecco or soft drink\, plus light refreshments throughout the event.  \nHeld upstairs at Gannets Café\, this venue unfortunately does not have step-free access.
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/wine-and-words-2025/
LOCATION:Gannets Bistro\, Gannets Bistro\, 35 Castle Gate\, Newark\, NG24 1AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Performance,Poetry
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SUMMARY:The North Road - Rob Cowen
DESCRIPTION:Hear about the unforgettable exploration of Britain’s 400-mile highway in an author interview with Rob Cowen and his novel The North Road.  \nA captivating evening with award-winning writer Rob Cowen\, as he discusses his remarkable and genre-defying book\, The North Road\, in conversation with Dr Tim Rideout. \nAt the heart of The North Road lies one of Britain’s oldest and most iconic highways—the A1. Known historically as The Great North Road\, this 400-mile stretch has been many things over the last two millennia: a Roman road\, a pilgrim’s path\, a coaching route\, and a modern motorway. But in Cowen’s hands\, it becomes something much more—a living\, breathing thread that connects the country’s past\, present\, and possible futures. \nWinding through time and memory\, The North Road explores the layered history of the landscape and those who have walked it. Part memoir\, part travelogue\, part cultural history\, the book is a deeply personal exploration of belonging\, movement\, and the stories we build upon the land. Cowen weaves tales of ancient wayfarers and modern travellers\, myth and reality\, asphalt and soil\, offering a profound meditation on identity and place. \nIn this intimate author interview during Newark Book Festival\, Rob Cowen will share insights into the inspiration\, research\, and writing process behind The North Road\, as well as reflect on the emotional and intellectual journey he undertook to write it. Expect a conversation rich in history\, storytelling\, and the quiet power of landscape. \nWhether you’re a fan of nature writing\, interested in the hidden histories of Britain\, or simply love a compelling human story grounded in place\, this is an evening not to miss. \nThere will be a book signing at the end and copies of The North Road will be available to purchase on the night or before the event at Newark Book Festival’s book shop at the Town Hall. \nA dazzlingly inventive work of literature’ – Robert Macfarlane \n‘A wonderful\, epic braiding of history\, geography and personal memoir’ – James Rebanks \n‘Stunning… It will stay with me.’ – Raynor Winn
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/the-north-road-rob-cowen/
LOCATION:Tudor Hall\, National Civil War Centre\, National Civil War Centre\, 14 Appleton Gate\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1JY
CATEGORIES:Sold Out
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