Book Events in and around Wallingford
Coming Up…
​Wednesday 16th April, 7.30pm
If you enjoy writing or listening to poetry, then this is the evening for you! Come along, perform your work, listen to others, enjoy! All Welcome, free entry.
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Monday 28th April, 7.30pm
We're delighted that Dani Heywood-Lonsdale will be joining us to discuss The Portrait Artist, her meticulously researched debut historical novel, set in London and Oxford. Further details of Book Club on the Book Club page.
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Tuesday 6th May, 7.30pm
Cook Book Club at Five Little Pigs
See the news page for more information and how to book
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Wednesday 7th May, 7.30pm
Yasmin Cordery Khan at Goring Library
Overland was one of our favourite book club reads in hardback last year and so we're delighted that to celebrate the paperback launch Yasmin will be joining us at Goring Library to discuss her inspiration behind the book. Set in the present and the 1970s, Overland is the story of three young people who embark on the overland trail from London to Kathmandu in a beaten-up old Land Rover. A trip that promises adventure but ultimately ends with devastating consequences for everyone. ​Complimentary refreshments will be served. All proceeds from the talk will go to the Friends of Goring Library. Book your tickets here or pick them up from Goring library.
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If you are unable to make the event, but would like to order a signed copy of her book, this can be ordered here​.
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Wednesday 14th May, 7.45pm
Oxford’s War - Professor Ashley Jackson
TWHAS, St Mary-Le-More
Ashley is Professor of Imperial and Military History at King’s College London, and a visiting Fellow of Kellogg College, Oxford. This talk will reveal the extraordinary and often hidden role that Oxford played in Britain’s war effort. It will use first-hand narratives and surprising revelations, uncovering the remarkable transformation of this historic city into a hub of military and government activity during one of the darkest times in modern history. Members of The Wallingford Historical & Archaeological Society free, or £5 on the door.
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If you are unable to make the event, but would like to order a signed copy of his book, this can be ordered here​.
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Wednesday 21st May, 7.30pm
Writers' Group
Our prompt this time is 'Kerfuffle'. Bring along a piece of writing linked in some way to the prompt, or something you're working on that you feel needs a little help or feedback. Looking forward to seeing you!
Monday 26th May, 7.30pm
Book Club
This month's book club choice is All the Colours of the Dark by Chris Whitaker. We have signed copies of the paperback in stock so pop in to pick up your copy. Further details of Book Club on the Book Club page.
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Thursday 12th June, 7.30pm
An Evening With Annie Garthwaite:
Matriarchal Ambition during the Wars of the Roses
Join us as we welcome Annie Garthwaite to Wallingford to celebrate the paperback release of her historical novel The King's Mother, and learn about the women (Cecily Neville, Margaret Beaufort, Marguerite of Anjou, Elizabeth Woodville) who rose up to fight for their sons' claim to the throne during The War of the Roses. ​Refreshments will be provided.
Ticketed event with one ticket redeemable against a signed copy of The King's Mother on the night for £9.99 (+ £0.84 booking fee) or two tickets including one signed copy of The King's Mother for £15.00 (+ £1.26 booking fee).
Signed copies of Annie's books are also available to pre-order for those of you unable to make it to the event.
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More 2025 events coming soon...
Coming up in June: Graham Brady (longest serving chair of the 1922 committee and author of Kingmaker), Gill Hornby (26th) and Frances Wise (30th).
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watch this space for even more...
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