A celebration of stories
What's On
Events for every kind of reader, with brilliant author talks, storytelling events, and much more. Bookish fun for everyone 24-30 October 2026!
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6.30pm - 7.30pmFact vs Fiction: Louise Doughty & Jill Dawson
Two of the UK's most acclaimed contemporary writers talk about their latest books, their writing processes and their lives.
FictionPolitics & PeopleMemoir -
11am - 12.15pmGreg Jenner & Rikin Parekh: Roman Britain Gets Totally Chaotic!
Join historian and author Greg Jenner and illustrator Rikin Parekh for a funny, fast-paced romp through Roman Britain’s messy beginnings, based on the award-winning children’s book Totally Chaotic History: Roman Britain Gets Rowdy!
Non-fictionChildren's EventHistory and heritage -
7pm - 8pmRock Goes To College: Paul Sexton
The hectic, hugely entertaining, and definitive story of the wonderful & amateurish British university gig scene that launched the career of some of the world’s most famous bands.
History and heritagePolitics & PeopleNon-fictionLocal stories
Norwich Book Festival is back Saturday 24 - Friday 30 October 2026!
This year, we're set to Go All In, for the National Year of Reading!
Of course, as far as Norwich Book Festival is concerned, every year is for reading, but we're super excited that 2026 is officially the year for it!
The national Go All In campaign, with its messaging: 'You're not really into it until you read into it', is all about celebrating reading in all its forms. Magazine articles, online blogs, listening to audio books, they all count!
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About Us
A city-wide festival celebrating stories, designed for every kind of reader. Presented by The Forum with key partners from across Norwich.
