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The story of the mavericks and scientists, crackpots and artistic visionaries who imagined a future where machines fuse with our minds.
From creator Christian Watson with over 6 million followers @1924us, enter the world of beloved Mr Skelly in a book that reminds us that life is a gift to be treasured, and how lucky we all are to live in this present moment.
A ghost. A witch. A princess. Madeleine Pelling's spellbinding history unpicks the stories of three incredible 18th-century hoaxes.
Join public historian Kelly Foster in conversation with Charles Beauchamp, Gimpel’s son, and Jon Newman, curator of the Gimpel exhibition
The author of Manningtree Witches, A.K. Blakemore, will be joining us for a conversation about their latest novel Doom Painting; a riveting retelling of the 1381 Peasants' Revolt in Brentwood, Essex. She will be joined by local historian Brian Hughes of the local Brentwood Writers Circle.
Join us for a very special evening with the multi-million copy bestselling and award-winning author Susanna Clarke, in conversation with V.E. Schwab, as we celebrate the release of The Bishop of Durham Attempts to Surrender the City.
Join us for an evening talking pubs and pints as we welcome authors Amit Singh and Sivamohan Valluvan as they celebrate their latest book Pubs for the People. Chaired by author Pete Brown the evening will be a rich exploration of national identity through the beloved institution, the pub.
Join us for a fascinating evening of discussion with historian Andrew Roberts, to celebrate the release of his new book Napoleon & His Marshall: Victory, Rivalry & Betrayal. The acclaimed historian and Napoleonic expert delivers a fascinating study of the French Emperor's Marshalate - a group formed of his most accomplished generals - illuminating their personalities and ambitions, as well as their fierce rivalries The Book & Ticket option includes a copy of Please note our events space is on the basement floor, accessible by stairs only.
Join us as we welcome E.L. James to celebrate the release of her new paranormal romance, Land of Ghosts.
Join Jessie Greengrass as she talks to Caroline Albertine Minor for the UK launch of Blessings, Caroline’s debut collection from Scratch Books. The stories in Blessings depict lives as they piece back their sense of self, family, love, future – accruing and blending to form something unnameably greater.
The Great Britain – Russia Society invites you to their annual Daniel Salbstein Memorial Lecture, which will be delivered by Professor Ali Ansari. This is the sixth in a series of Memorial Lectures dedicated to the memory of the Society’s founder and former Chairman and Talks Organiser, Daniel Salbstein OBE (1937–2020).
Jacqueline Wilson and Nick Sharratt visit Foyles to discuss their 30 year collaboration as author and illustrator
Min Jin Lee is the award-winning author of Pachinko, a multigenerational saga about the lives of Koreans in Japan during an era of colonisation, war and upheaval. The much-loved novel was a finalist for the National Book Award and later adapted into a critically-acclaimed television series for Apple TV+.
The astonishing, never-before told story of a truly remarkable soldier: SAS Captain Lewis ‘Archie’ Gibson.
Listen to a powerful story of survival and reclamation at this talk by the Nobel Peace Prize laureate
Caring about people, places, art & architecture through public art
To celebrate the release of his new book, join architect George Saumarez Smith in conversation with Jeremy Musson for an exploration of the English country house today.
Jamaica’s Poet Laureate celebrates the programmes and collectives tackling literature’s diversity gap
Explore the musical world of Edward Elgar.
Calling all demigods - it's time to return to Camp Half-Blood
Please note that this event is not suitable for our English-speaking only audiences, as no translation from Russian will be provided on this occasion. As part of our efforts to cater for our varied audiences and bring in a diversity of voices, some of our events now take an intimate chamber format and are conducted in Russian only.
A choral reading by Katya and Yves Berger, following animal traces in John Berger’s work.
Six of the most exciting contemporary writers read from their work in our Downstairs at Dillon's Bar. Readings from: Sussie Anie, Joe Conroy, Max Lury, Caroline Albertine Minor, Hannah Regel and Aea Varfis-van Warmelo.
Join bestselling author Veronica Roth and Samantha Shannon at French Protestant Church to celebrate Veronica’s return to the world of Divergent, with the release of The Sixth Faction.
Xiaolu Guo and Paul French explore how China's imperial past continues to shape its present.
To coincide with the V&A’s Freddie Mercury | Splendid Things display, discover the stories behind his iconic stage looks
Our regular poetry and music night returns, with Kwame Dawes, Alice Oswald and Max Porter
An event spotlighting voices in independent publishing. In association with Service95 Book Club
We are pleased to announce that Michelle Harrison, the phenomenal author of over 20 books for children, is coming to Waterstones Watford to sign copies of Two Little Liars - her first book for adult readers!
View hidden gems and new acquisitions from the world’s largest public collection of modern poetry
Join us at Conway Hall in London for what promises to be a brilliant comic book event with cartoonist and writer, and award-winning comic book creator, Neill Cameron (Donut Squad, Mega Robo Bros and Freddy vs School) to celebrate the release of his brand new books, How to Make Awesome Comics and Donut Squad: Destiny of the Donuts.
Explore how diaspora Somali poets rework an ancient tradition through readings and conversation
Join us in-store when we have the wonderful and bestselling picture book creator, Oliver Jeffers here signing copies of his brand-new children's book A Day Off School, Illustrated by Kevin Waldron and the new paperback edition of There’s a Ghost in This House.
Interrogate what Englishness means today with author Nikesh Shukla and a panel of guests
Join us for an afternoon of espionage with Paul Burke, Simon Conway, Charles Cumming, Mark Dunton and Charlotte Philby at Hatchards, Piccadilly.
Who could inspire your tiny comic better than Tiny Hercules? Join us create characters and make tiny comics. Suitable for over 8s but siblings welcome.
Play, explore and be creative at an afternoon of activities from the Authors of the Estate team
Dig in to this modern classic with the author herself, in conversation with Dua Lipa
Hear the voices of writers inside the criminal justice system at an evening of readings and talks
A feast of poetry and music celebrating 40 years of Transport for London’s public poetry programme
Sathnam Sanghera explores the extraordinary life of one of Britain’s most beloved musical icons in Tonight the Music Seem So Loud with .....
Join us for live readings and experience the best poetry published in the UK and Ireland this year
They're back! Join Festival of the Spoken Nerd and friends for an evening of science, songs, stand-up maths and more.
Gaza. Ukraine. Syria. Sudan. Yemen. Hear from the journalist whose life's work is to get as close to the truth as possible.
Poetry that moves us is central to Mustafa’s collection Nour, and to this discussion with Dua Lipa
A day of talks and tips for aspiring writers. In association with Service95 Book Club
Join us as we explore the vast and complex history of Gay, Lesbian & Queer life in London and learn how we evolved into the dynamic and diverse LGBTQI+ community that we celebrate today. We take a deeper dive into the historic suffering that living a gay life endured in the past, leading to the death sentences of many. Learn about the pioneering drag queens of the 1700’s who paved the way for others, the life and loves of Oscar Wilde that led to his imprisonment, the emergence of a gay community meeting in the tea rooms of Central London, the birth of Gay Pride in the 70s and the devastating impact AIDS had on our community in the 1980s. No stone is left unturned in this walking tour timeline of dramatic events that takes you from Charing Cross to Soho Square on an exciting journey through the ages. As we head into Soho, we take in the wonderful sights of London and hear about the historic Queer stories surrounding well known landmarks such as Trafalgar Square and Picadilly Circus. Come on this Queer History Walking Tour to understand it's past and celebrate why London is one of the most exciting and openly free societies of the modern age, with the largest demographic of openly LGBTQIA Community in Europe.
Get your ideas flowing at a three-hour workshop led by poet Eve Esfandiari-Denney
