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SUMMARY:Byron's Manor: Birthplace of his poetry
DESCRIPTION:Discover how Southwell and Newark shaped Lord Byron’s early life and poetry\, in this richly illustrated talk featuring rare images and unpublished works. \nJoin Geoffrey Bond OBE\, DL\, FSA—Byron expert and author of Byron’s Manor: Birthplace of His Poetry—for a fascinating exploration of Lord Byron’s formative years and the places that shaped his earliest work. \nIn this special Newark Book Festival event\, Bond draws on decades of research and personal insight to offer a fresh perspective on Byron’s early life in Southwell. Speaking from the rare vantage point of someone who has lived in Burgage Manor—Byron’s Southwell residence—for over 30 years\, Bond takes audiences through the poet’s time in Nottinghamshire\, where he wrote and published his first four volumes of poetry. He also explores Byron’s connection to Newark\, where his early works were printed by Samuel Ridge. \nWhether you’re a lover of poetry\, literary history\, or local heritage\, this event offers a rare chance to step into Byron’s world—and the rooms where it all began.
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/byrons-manor-birthplace-of-his-poetry/
LOCATION:Tudor Hall\, National Civil War Centre\, National Civil War Centre\, 14 Appleton Gate\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1JY
CATEGORIES:Book Talk
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SUMMARY:The Brain at Rest
DESCRIPTION:What if doing less was the key to thinking more clearly\, creatively\, feeling better\, and living longer? \nIn this fascinating and eye-opening event\, neuroscientist and bestselling author Dr Joseph Jebelli introduces his latest book\, The Brain at Rest—a timely and transformative exploration of the science behind stillness\, rest\, and recovery. \nDrawing on cutting-edge research and global case studies\, Dr Jebelli reveals how overwork\, constant stimulation\, and modern busyness are reshaping our brains and harming our health. From the Japanese phenomenon of karoshi (death by overwork) to the power of short walks and the mind-clearing effects of nature\, The Brain at Rest offers powerful insight into why slowing down might just save our minds. \nLearn how just four minutes of movement can lift your mood\, why forest bathing boosts immunity\, and how rest is essential for everything from memory to creativity. Packed with engaging stories\, neuroscience-backed facts\, and practical tips\, this is more than a book talk—it’s an invitation to reset. \nYou’ll have a chance to ask any questions at the end\, and get your own copy of the book signed by the author.  \nWhether you’re burned out\, curious\, or just looking for a new perspective\, take this hour to do something radical: pause\, listen\, and let your brain rest.
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/the-brain-at-rest/
LOCATION:Newark Town Hall\, Newark Town Hall\, Market Place\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1DU
CATEGORIES:Book Talk
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SUMMARY:An evening with Sophie Hannah
DESCRIPTION:A crime thriller so gripping\, you won’t see the twist coming… \nIf you love razor-sharp suspense\, dark humour\, and stories that keep you guessing until the very last line\, this is an evening you won’t want to miss. Sophie Hannah’s crime novels have captivated millions worldwide\, and now’s your chance to hear from the master of psychological twists herself. \nEnjoy your Friday evening with Sophie Hannah at Newark Book Festival\, in an interview with Dr. Tim Rideout. \nWhat makes a family do the unthinkable? Could you ever justify the impossible? Sophie’s latest thriller takes that question to shocking new heights. And with reviews calling it “brilliant\,” “audacious\,” and “wry\, ingenious” – you’ll want to get your hands on a copy before everyone’s talking about it. \nBook signing included! Get your copy of No One Would Do What the Lamberts Have Done at the festival and have it signed by Sophie Hannah after the event. \nTickets are on sale now! Secure your seat at Newark’s Palace Theatre for an unforgettable night of crime\, mystery\, and storytelling magic.
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/an-evening-with-sophie-hannah/
LOCATION:Palace Theatre\, Palace Theatre\, Appleton Gate\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1JY
CATEGORIES:Book Talk
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SUMMARY:Creating Characters
DESCRIPTION:What makes a character unforgettable? How do authors breathe life into the people who live on the page long after the book is closed? \nStep into the heart of the storytelling process with bestselling authors Caroline James and Rowan Coleman\, as they talk to Fee Mak about the art of character creation—how their fictional favourites are born\, developed\, and brought vividly to life. \nFrom romance to historical drama\, Caroline and Rowan craft characters who feel real\, relatable\, and impossible not to root for. Caroline James brings warmth and wit to every page\, with her latest novel The Cruise Club offering onboard adventures and friendship in the most fabulous of settings. Her characters sparkle with humour\, heart\, and second chances. \nRowan Coleman\, Sunday Times bestselling author and screenwriter\, delivers emotionally rich\, immersive fiction. Her latest novel Never Tear Us Apart is set on the beautiful yet dangerous island of Malta during WWII—a sweeping story of love\, resilience\, and destiny. Writing also as Bella Ellis\, Rowan reimagines the Brontë sisters as sleuths in her clever and atmospheric Bronte Mysteries series. \nTogether\, they’ll explore how characters shape a story\, how they surprise even their creators\, and why readers connect so deeply to fictional lives. With Fee Mak\, BBC Radio 1Xtra presenter and bookstagrammer behind High Shelf Esteem\, guiding the conversation\, this event promises to be as lively and engaging as the characters themselves. \nExpect laughter\, insight\, and plenty of inspiration—plus a book signing to follow.
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/creating-characters/
LOCATION:Newark Town Hall\, Newark Town Hall\, Market Place\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1DU
CATEGORIES:Book Talk
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SUMMARY:The Best of Everything: Kit De Waal
DESCRIPTION:An engaging and heartfelt interview with acclaimed author Kit De Waal\, as she discusses her moving new novel\, The Best of Everything. This compelling contemporary story explores love\, loss\, unexpected motherhood\, and the quiet courage it takes to care.  \n‘A profoundly compassionate novel of devastating power and emotional complexity’ – Bernardine Evaristo.  \n‘So deeply moving: sad and beautiful and true’ – Annie MacManus \nExpect an intimate\, thought-provoking author interview\, conducted by Leanne Moden\, filled with reflections on grief\, resilience\, and the different forms love can take.  \nKit De Waal will be book signing after the event at the pop-up bookshop at Newark Town Hall\, where you can buy your own copy too.
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/the-best-of-everything-kit-de-waal/
LOCATION:Newark Town Hall\, Newark Town Hall\, Market Place\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1DU
CATEGORIES:Book Talk
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SUMMARY:Deadly Secrets and Dystopian Fears
DESCRIPTION:Expect simmering tension\, shocking revelations\, and razor-sharp social commentary as two of Orenda Books’ most gripping voices in crime and speculative fiction—Eva Björg Ægisdóttir and Eve Smith—sit down with interviewer Dr Tim Rideout for a chillingly compelling conversation. \nWith over a million copies sold worldwide\, Eva Björg Ægisdóttir has been hailed as the Queen of Icelandic Suspense. Her latest standalone novel\, Home Before Dark\, is a haunting psychological thriller where long-buried secrets claw their way into the light. Set in 1960s Iceland\, the story unravels the consequences of a teenage girl’s deception—one that sets in motion a dangerous chain of events where no one is truly safe. \nEve Smith\, master of dystopian thrillers\, introduces The Cure—a heart-pounding\, speculative tale set in a near-future world obsessed with reversing ageing. When a scientific breakthrough is hijacked\, society spirals into chaos\, forcing one woman to risk everything to hide a discovery that could alter humanity forever. Eve’s work is known for its eerie plausibility\, weaving real-world science with a terrifying glimpse of what could come next. \nBoth authors will discuss their writing processes\, the dark themes they explore\, and how their novels reflect the moral and societal dilemmas of our time. Expect a thought-provoking\, edge-of-your-seat conversation that blurs the lines between crime\, psychological thriller\, and dystopian fiction.
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/deadly-secrets-and-dystopian-fears/
LOCATION:Tudor Hall\, National Civil War Centre\, National Civil War Centre\, 14 Appleton Gate\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1JY
CATEGORIES:Book Talk
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SUMMARY:Historic Building Mythbusting  - Dr James Wright
DESCRIPTION:Go to any ancient building and there will be interesting\, exciting\, and romantic stories presented to the visitor. Uncovering folklore\, history and archaeology\, award-winning buildings archaeologist Dr James Wright introduces his new mythbusting publication centred around Historical Buildings. \nLearn about the development of such myths and investigate the underlying truths behind them in this captivating talk at Newark Book Festival this summer at the National Civil War Centre.
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/historical-buildings-mythbusting-dr-james-wright/
LOCATION:Tudor Hall\, National Civil War Centre\, National Civil War Centre\, 14 Appleton Gate\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1JY
CATEGORIES:Book Talk
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