Beloved Thomas the Tank Engine author Christopher Awdry shares stories, railway heritage and insights. Joining Christopher on stage will be Mike O'Donnell, the original composer…
In 1920, playwright Karel Čapek imagined a world of AI and rebellion, inspiring and influencing a century of sci-fi cinema. 100 years later, Headlong reawakens…
A festival of contemporary comics in South East London, taking place over four days in July, showcasing some of the best independent comics, graphic novels,…
With poets Ondřej Hrabal, Šimon Leitgeb, Dean Atta, Tyrone Lewis & Colin McGuire An electrifying evening of live poetry and spoken word featuring outstanding voices…
Join us for an intimate and electrifying evening with Stuart Braithwaite, founding member of Mogwai, as he discusses Spaceships Over Glasgow: Mogwai, Mayhem and Misspent Youth — a…
Join Plume, SW London's queer writing collective, for a night of playful writing exercises, storytelling, poetry and good vibes! Come hang out with Plume, a…
Join us for a family-friendly creative writing adventure inspired by the launch of Dream Keepers: Whispers of Wishing River.Meet author Rebecca Lewis-Oakes for a special story…
Join published and exhibited London artist and author Robert John for the launch of Dysmas Orbis, a speculative urban fantasy set within a hidden parallel…
Since its development from a village to an 18th Century spa town and then a Victorian suburb, Hampstead has retained its unspoilt Georgian charm with…
This participatory event, in partnership with English PEN, sees two editors take part in an ‘editorial slam’. Based on the ‘translation slam’ model, it explores the…
We Were Here: A History of Black People and Alternative Music Stephanie Phillips joins The Long Play Sessions and discusses We Were Here as she…
Legendary publisher, Virago, in memory of their pioneering founder Carmen Callil, bring their lecture series, The Carmen Talks, back to The London Library. The third in…
The LSBZF returns to Conway Hall, London WC1R 4RL, on Saturday 3rd October 2026 featuring renowned writers and publishers, new voices and a curated selection…
The second in a series of talks bringing together professionals from the arts, science, religion and philosophy, to ask: how can we help each other…
It’s the heart of the Sixties in Britain – the Beatles and the Stones vie at the top of the charts, England win the World…
A book launch and conversation with Israeli author Yoav Avni, celebrating the English-language publication of Time Clocks by Roundfire Books. Avni will discuss the novel,…
Join Write & Shine bright and early, live from The London Library for a 90-minute virtual writing workshop exploring London as a city of espionage, secrecy and…
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's legendary Sherlock Holmes tale, first published 125 years ago, comes to life in a wildly enjoyable, fun-filled comedy mystery. When Sir…
Inspired by Christopher Nolan’s film release and in homage to Homer's magnificent epic, The London Literary Salon presents The Odyssey Live! The Odyssey Live! is…
Punk In Fifty Pieces with Kevin Dettmar and special guest Jon King (Gang of Four) Fifty years after punk exploded into public consciousness, Punk in…
Join us for a special event with authors Yoav Avni and Jack Davies to celebrate the publication of their new novels, Time Clocks and Jove…
In her new book, Perilous Enchantment, the acclaimed historian of myth and folklore, Sarah Clegg, tracks the fascinating history of fairies, from the pre-Christian creatures of classical…
Join us for a special conversation about Homes, Hauntedness and Belonging, exploring what happens when the spectral enters the domestic and what haunted houses reveal…
Why do Czechs love mushrooms so much? And what happens when the forest becomes a refuge from the rest of the world? Join acclaimed Czech…
Hosted by music creative Juliet Russell. Join The Long Play Sessions for a fascinating exploration of George Michael's life, music, and legacy, as prize-winning author…
Bibliotherapist Ella Berthoud brings her illuminating Under the Covers series of talks back to The London Library, with the undisputed maestro of literary adaptation, the mighty Andrew Davies.…
The London Library contains books in, on and translated from a whole world of languages. To celebrate the incredible scope of that collection, we are…
