BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Newark Book Festival - ECPv6.14.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Newark Book Festival X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Newark Book Festival REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240711T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240711T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T220938 CREATED:20240508T135615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T150838Z UID:4955-1720724400-1720728000@www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk SUMMARY:An Interview with Mark Billingham & Abir Mukherjee DESCRIPTION:In an interview with fellow crime writer\, and co-founder of the Hull Noir Crime Writing Festival\, Nick Quantrill\, enjoy hearing from two crime writers at the top of their game. \nOn stage at Newark Town Hall\, we are joined by the author of 22 Sunday Times bestsellers\, Mark Billingham. Mark will introduce his twisty and witty follow-up detective novel The Wrong Hands\, about an unconventional Detective Declan Miller who has a problem. Still desperate to solve the murder of his wife\, a young man has just appeared on his doorstep with a briefcase . . . containing a pair of severed hands. \n‘Mark Billingham gets better and better’ Michael Connelly\n‘A literary superstar’ Mail on Sunday \nThe award-winning author of the bestselling Sam Wyndham crime novels set in 1920s India\, Abir Mukherjee\, is also taking to the stage\, introducing his exciting new book Hunted. On the run from the authorities\, the two parents featured in Abir’s newest publication are thrown together in a race against time to save their kids and stop a catastrophe that will derail the country’s future forever… You can’t save your kids. But can you stop them? \n‘HUNTED is a phenomenal achievement’ The Times\n‘A pretty much flawless thriller’ LEE CHILD \n  URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/an-interview-with-mark-billingham-abir-mukherjee/ LOCATION:Newark Town Hall\, Newark Town Hall\, Market Place\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1DU CATEGORIES:Book Reading ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/An-Interview-with-Mark-Billingham-Abir-Mukherjee.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240711T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240711T180000 DTSTAMP:20260430T220938 CREATED:20240510T090003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T080606Z UID:4953-1720713600-1720720800@www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk SUMMARY:Wine & Words DESCRIPTION:Join local poets Fiona Theokritoff and Jane Wyles for an afternoon of poetry\, wine and afternoon tea at Newark’s newest tea room. \nFiona and Jane will perform an entertaining mix of their poems and renditions of some well-loved works of art. You’ll also have the chance to contribute to the Newark Book Festival poem for 2024! \nTickets include a welcome drink and afternoon tea. Doors open at 3.30pm for a 4pm start. URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/wine-words/ LOCATION:Nottinghamshire CATEGORIES:Sold Out ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Wine-Words.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240711T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240711T143000 DTSTAMP:20260430T220938 CREATED:20240507T171056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T141938Z UID:4951-1720704600-1720708200@www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk SUMMARY:The Missing - Michael Rosen DESCRIPTION:Michael Rosen joins us as one of Britain’s best-loved writers and performance poets for children and adults with over 200 books. His books include The Sad Book with Quentin Blake and We’re Going on a Bear Hunt with Helen Oxenbury\, A Great Big Cuddle with Chris Riddell plus his poetry for adults Don’t Mention the Children. \nIn this moving talk about his 2022 non-fiction publication\, The Missing\, Michael Rosen traces the history of his relatives lost in the Holocaust in a personal\, powerful narrative with resonance for readers today. In conversation with Dr Tim Rideout \nBook your tickets to see Mr Rosen on stage at Palace Theatre during Newark Book Festival this summer. \nThis event is also suitable for school groups – Upper KS2 / Lower KS3 – Ages 10+. URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/the-missing-michael-rosen/ LOCATION:Palace Theatre\, Palace Theatre\, Appleton Gate\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1JY CATEGORIES:Book Reading ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Michael-Rosen.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240711T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240711T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T220938 CREATED:20240510T090036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T220900Z UID:4949-1720699200-1720702800@www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk SUMMARY:Smoke & Mirrors Swing Dance DESCRIPTION:Swing Dancers will be taking to the streets at Newark Market Place\, spreading the joy of their toe-tapping hip-swinging moves to music. \nEnjoy the free entertainment as part of the Festival’s Literature Village with your lunch from one of the many surrounding cafés or pubs and soak up the atmosphere. URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/smoke-mirrors-swing-dance/ LOCATION:Newark Market Place\, Newark Royal Market\, Market Place\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1DU CATEGORIES:Free Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Smoke-Mirrors-Swing-Dancers.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240711T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240711T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T220938 CREATED:20240510T090006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T142602Z UID:4944-1720695600-1720699200@www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk SUMMARY:Creativity in Autism - Olivia Macnab & Dr. Clare Lawrence DESCRIPTION:Join Olivia Macnab and co-author Dr. Clare Lawrence at Gannets during the book festival for an insightful discussion on how to overcome barriers to creativity in autism. \nFor many years\, we have been told that autistic people cannot understand metaphors or non-literal language and that we cannot be creative or empathise. But in truth\, autistic people are incredibly creative! \nEmbark on a journey of play\, exploration and metaphor to discover the importance of play and creativity in creating empathy across Neurotypes in their new book\, Creativity in Autism.  \n  URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/creativity-in-autism/ LOCATION:Gannets Bistro\, Gannets Bistro\, 35 Castle Gate\, Newark\, NG24 1AZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Book Reading ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Creativity-in-Autism.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240711T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240711T104000 DTSTAMP:20260430T220938 CREATED:20240510T090021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T220110Z UID:4936-1720692000-1720694400@www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk SUMMARY:Little Roars Musical Play DESCRIPTION:Little Roars Musical Play is a fun and engaging event filled with songs\, puppets\, bubbles\, instruments and more for your kids. \nHead down to St Mary Magdelene Church on the opening morning of Newark Book Festival for a free musical play session\, led by Charlotte Lion. \nSuitable for ages 0-5 years. URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/little-roars-musical-play/ LOCATION:St Mary Magdalene Church\, Church Walk\, Newark\, NG24 1JS CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Little-Roars-Musical-Play.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240616T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240616T150000 DTSTAMP:20260430T220938 CREATED:20240430T170231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T170231Z UID:4721-1718535600-1718550000@www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk SUMMARY:Book & Jigsaw Swap DESCRIPTION:The Newark Book Festival team and volunteers are back at Newark’s Market Place with stacks of books and jigsaws ready for a brand new home. \nThe book swaps are simple! Just bring a few of your already-read books and old jigsaws that are ready for a new player\, and swap them directly for something new! If you don’t have a book or jigsaw to swap\, you can still go home with handfuls of your new favourite reads by making a donation to the festival. \nIt’s your perfect chance too to pick up a festival programme and book tickets to our upcoming events! \n  URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/book-jigsaw-swap-june-2024/ LOCATION:Newark Market Place\, Newark Royal Market\, Market Place\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1DU CATEGORIES:Free Event,Market ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Book-Swap-Library.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240602T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240602T110000 DTSTAMP:20260430T220938 CREATED:20240430T164804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T075731Z UID:4713-1717322400-1717326000@www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk SUMMARY:Morning News DESCRIPTION:Spend an hour debating the morning’s news over coffee and cake at Gannets Café. Richard and Mary\, Festival Board Members and book and news lovers meet monthly to discuss topics from politics to current affairs. \nUsually held on the first Sunday of each month\, this is a favourite regular fringe event for Newark Book Festival locals! \nTo book your space at the upcoming Morning News events\, please email hello@newarkbookfestival.org.uk. URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/morning-news-june-24/ LOCATION:Gannets Bistro\, Gannets Bistro\, 35 Castle Gate\, Newark\, NG24 1AZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Fringe Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Morning-News.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240511T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240511T150000 DTSTAMP:20260430T220938 CREATED:20240129T153311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T165644Z UID:3846-1715421600-1715439600@www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk SUMMARY:Book & Jigsaw Swap DESCRIPTION:The Newark Book Festival team and volunteers are back at the Palace Theatre Foyer with stacks of books and jigsaws ready for a brand new home. \nThe book swaps are simple! Just bring a few of your already-read books and old jigsaws that are ready for a new player\, and swap them directly for something new! If you don’t have a book or jigsaw to swap\, you can still go home with handfuls of your new favourite reads by making a donation to the festival. \nPlus\, today is the launch day of the Newark Book Festival programme and festival event tickets are live! Pick up a copy of the festival programme and book the events you want to attend this summer. \n  URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/book-jigsaw-swap-may-2024/ LOCATION:Palace Theatre\, Palace Theatre\, Appleton Gate\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1JY CATEGORIES:Free Event,Market ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Book-Swap.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240505T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240505T110000 DTSTAMP:20260430T220938 CREATED:20240430T164004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T075550Z UID:4707-1714903200-1714906800@www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk SUMMARY:Morning News DESCRIPTION:Spend an hour debating the morning’s news over coffee and cake at Gannets Café. Richard and Mary\, Festival Board Members and book and news lovers meet monthly to discuss topics from politics to current affairs. \nUsually held on the first Sunday of each month\, this is a favourite regular fringe event for Newark Book Festival locals! \nTo book your space at the upcoming Morning News events\, please email hello@newarkbookfestival.org.uk. URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/morning-news-may-24/ LOCATION:Gannets Bistro\, Gannets Bistro\, 35 Castle Gate\, Newark\, NG24 1AZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Fringe Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Morning-News.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240328T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240328T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T220938 CREATED:20240322T145523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T132230Z UID:4305-1711612800-1711645200@www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk SUMMARY:Event Template DESCRIPTION:Book Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n FRINGE EVENT \n \n \n \n \n \n Matt Haig ‘The Midnight Train’\n \n \n \n \n \n 📍 Palace Theatre\, Newark \n \n \n \n \n \n Thursday 11th July 2024 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This is an test event and example of the layout and copy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENT DATE & TIME\n \n \n \n \n \n Thursday 11th July \n10am - 11pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Prices\n \n \n \n \n \n Festival Friends \n£10.00 \nGeneral Public \n£7.00 \n \n Book Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is sponsored by... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MORE INFORMATION\n \n \n \n \n \n Palace Theatre \nAppletongateNewarkNottinghamshireNG24 1JY \n \n Venue Access\n \n \n \n \n \n Box Office \nAll tickets are sold through Newark Palace Theatre\, unless otherwise stated. \nView the terms and conditions of sale here. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MORE EVENTS LIKE THIS\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 20 May Matt Haig ‘The Midnight Train’Matt Haig 'The Midnight Train'Date 20 May 2026Time 7:30 pm - 9:30 pmVenue Palace TheatrePrice £10Category Book TalkTag authors Events newarkAuthor Matt Haig joins Dr Tim Rideout to discuss his new book 'The Midnight Train' - presented by Newark Book Festival and Waterstones. More Info \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n NEWARK BOOK FESTIVAL PROGRAMME\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SUBSCRIBE TO OUR\nFestival newsletter\nSubscribe to the Newark Book Festival Newsletter to keep up to date with the latest events\, what's on at this year's festival\, special author news\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n You are subscribed! Thank you\n \n \n \n \n Name\n \n \n \n \n \n Email\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FollowFollowFollowFollowFollow\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your Visit\nBox Office & Ticket Info \nVenues & Directions \nCar Parking & Public Transport \nContact Us \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join & Support\nSponsorship \nMembership \nVolunteering \nYoung Ambassadors Programme \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a donation\n \n Friends: Login URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/event-template/ LOCATION:Newark Library\, Newark Library\, Beaumond Gardens\, Baldertongate\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1UW\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Robin-Hood-Audience-Feature-Box.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230709T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230709T110000 DTSTAMP:20260430T220938 CREATED:20230504T130136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230519T150913Z UID:3159-1688896800-1688900400@www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk SUMMARY:Morning News with Mary & Richard Haig DESCRIPTION:10am – 11am // Gannets\, Castle Gate \n£10 INCLUDING DRINK & CAKE \nBOOK HERE \nMary & Richard invite you to spend an hour debating the morning’s news over coffee and cake\, in the beautiful surroundings of Gannets. Richard and Mary are Festival Board members\, and they love debating politics and current affairs. This event marks the launch of a monthly NBF Morning News Event at Gannets (from September onwards). URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/morning-news-with-mary-richard-haig/ LOCATION:Gannets Bistro\, Gannets Bistro\, 35 Castle Gate\, Newark\, NG24 1AZ\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/morning-news_storylogo.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR