The Little Felton Book Festival

28/02/2025

From stand-up comedy to darkly funny fiction– women and wit is the theme for this awe-inspiring author evening.

Our guest speakers are brilliant at writing strong female leads and tackling feminist themes whilst injecting humour into serious or dark issues.

(Lucy Roth) – a writer with a love of flawed characters and tales from the darker side of life – gives a Q& A and discusses her brand-new thriller, When Sally Killed Harry, which is being described as 'darkly funny' and 'a revenge thriller that packs a punch'.

, author of The Stand-Up Mam, discusses the importance of women following their dreams and taking time for themselves sometimes. A lover of breaking out of her comfort zone, Kay also talks about her writing and publishing journey which she describes as 'pretty brutal' at times.

Women, Words & Wit – The Little Felton Book Festival
📍Gallery 45, Felton, NE65 9PP
📅7.30pm, Friday 28th March 2025
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27/02/2025

Stories from Darker Times.⁠
Set in the seventeenth century, The Wicked of the Earth tells a story of avengement in the aftermath of the Newcastle witch trials. Encompassing dark themes and wild settings, AD Bergin talks about the themes of the book and his love of historical fiction.⁠
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To set the mood for an atmospheric evening at the Gallery, Stephen Tomlin from the Border Readers tells stories of darker days steeped in history.

Tales of the Dark North – The Little Felton Book Festival
📍Gallery 45, Felton, NE65 9PP
📅7.30pm, Friday 28th March 2025
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27/02/2025

Well, this was a bit awkward…

Turned up to one of our Little Felton Book Festival meetings, ready to get organised, only to find that we had exactly the same "I Totally Got This" notebooks. Same colour, same size—same slightly overconfident slogan. Clearly, we’re either incredibly in sync or just both easily influenced by good stationery…

Either way, if this is a sign of how well we’re going to plan the festival, I think we totally got this!

26/02/2025

Do you have what it takes to be a Golden Age sleuth?

Join Fiona Veitch Smith, author of the Miss Clara Vale Mysteries and Poppy Denby Investigates, for an evening of sleuthing. Fiona leads a fun, interactive Whodunnit session, where you can find out if you have what it takes to be a Golden Age sleuth. Feel free to wear your 1920s or 30s glad rags - Fiona will be! After we've unveiled the killer, Fiona will give a reading from her latest book The Penford Manor Murders, set in south east Northumberland in the summer of 1930 and a Q&A, where we'll discover her writing secrets.

Fiona Veitch Smith: The Golden Age of Murder – The Little Felton Book Festival
📍Gallery 45, Felton, NE65 9PP
📅Thursday 27th March 2025
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25/02/2025

Eeeek!! We are in the Northumberland Gazette 📰

Click below to read in full....

The Little Felton Book Festival is returning with a bigger event after a successful first year, with a second dedicated children's festival later in the year.

25/02/2025

Our first event is The Little Felton Poetry Corner on Thursday 27th March at 7.30pm. A collective of talent ready to charm you with words from the armchairs of the Gallery snug.

Award winning and highly acclaimed poets Ali Rowland, Harry Gallagher, Linda France, Catherine Ayers, Richie McCaffery and Tony Williams perform pieces on a plethora of themes including life, love and landscapes. So grab a drink and settle down ready to be inspired by these wonderful local wordsmiths.

📍Gallery 45, Felton, NE65 9PP
📅Thursday 27th March 2025
🎟️For tickets visit bit.ly/littlefeltonbookfest-book

21/02/2025

Meet the Authors! We’re thrilled to release the programme for this year’s event, packed with incredible writers, poets, and artists. Over the next few days, we’ll be showcasing each author in more detail—stay tuned!

Golden Age Whodunnit – Fiona Veitch Smith puts your sleuthing skills to the test. Dress in 1920s/30s style!

Powerful Poetry – Acclaimed poets Ali Rowland, Harry Gallagher, Linda France, Catherine Ayers, Tony Williams and Richie McCaffery share evocative works.

Tales of the Dark North – A.D. Bergin & Stephen Tomlin weave eerie, atmospheric stories.

Women & Wit – Lucy Roth & Kay Wilson deliver comedy and darkly funny fiction.

Daring to Be Different – Sue Reed discusses her novel The Rewilding of Molly McFlynn.

Historical Adventure – Katharine Tiernan shares the real-life inspiration behind Star of the Sea.

Crime & Community – Helen Aitchison reveals the heart of her new thriller.

Love, Cake & Coffee – Kimberley Adams, Ellie White & Carrie McGovern celebrate love & friendship.

YA Fantasy & Adventure – TJH Boggis introduces his latest works.

Cheese, Wine & Crime – Fiona Erskine, Bea Davenport & Tony Glover serve up thrilling mysteries.

Writing Workshop – Kirsty Cooper helps writers at any stage of their journey.

Poetry & Meditation – Ann Ball guides a peaceful session.

Art & Inspiration – Wendy Avery-Stuckey leads a hands-on Northumberland-themed session.

Join us for a bookish adventure like no other! 📖

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14/02/2025

Love is in the Air at Little Felton Book Festival! ❣️

We’re celebrating love in all its forms—through stories that make your heart race, bring happy tears, and remind us why we adore romance!

We’re thrilled to welcome some truly fabulous romance authors to the Little Felton Book Festival—Kimberley Adams, Helen Aitchison, Carrie McGovern, and Ellie White—who know exactly how to sweep readers off their feet with unforgettable love stories.

Whether you're a hopeless romantic or just love a beautifully told tale, come and join us for a festival filled with passion, plot twists, and plenty of bookish love!

13/02/2025

We have just finished The Wicked of the Earth by AD Bergin, and loved it! Set during the Newcastle witch trials, this dark and gripping novel brings history to life in the most chilling way. I don't want to give too much away but if you love historical fiction with a haunting edge, this one is an absolute must-read.

Even better—Andrew Bergin himself will be at The Little Felton Book Festival on Friday 28th March! A great chance to hear about his in-depth research, writing process, and what’s next. Don’t miss it!

11/02/2025

The programme is set, the tickets are on sale, and excitement is building... but we have to admit, we're feeling a little sad. Now that the planning meetings are over, we've lost our best excuse to sneak off to our favourite bookshop and café!

But don’t worry—we’ll make up for it with three days packed full of incredible authors, thought-provoking talks, and bookish joy. Grab your tickets now and join us for a festival that celebrates everything we love about stories!

🎟️ Book now: bit.ly/littlefeltonbookfest-book

08/02/2025

TICKETS ON SALE TOMORROW! 📚

The wait is almost over… Tickets for The Little Felton Book Festival go on sale TOMORROW at 10 AM!

Join us from March 27-29 for a celebration of books, stories, and incredible authors and poets, plus engaging writing workshops to spark your creativity. Whether you're a lifelong bookworm or just love a good story, there’s something for everyone at this year’s festival!

Set your alarms, grab your tickets, and get ready for an unforgettable weekend!

📅 Festival Dates: March 27-29
⏰ Tickets Available From: 10 AM Tomorrow
🎟️ Get Yours Here: www.ticketsource.co.uk/fsfa

Tag your book-loving (and aspiring writer) friends and spread the word!

07/02/2025

Life is BUSY. Between work, family, and everything in between, it’s easy to forget to take a moment just for you. But today, I did just that—I grabbed a book from the library at the leisure centre and enjoyed a whole 45 minutes of uninterrupted reading and a cuppa while the kids were at their swimming lesson. Bliss!

Libraries in leisure centres are a game-changer, making books more accessible to everyone. Whether you’re squeezing in a few pages between errands or discovering a new favourite author while waiting for a class to finish, it’s proof that books fit into even the busiest of lives.

At The Little Felton Book Festival (March 27-29), we’ll be celebrating the power of stories and the ways they can be part of everyday life. Because sometimes, all you need is a good book and a little pocket of time.

When was the last time you stole a moment for yourself with a book?

(The book was Sarah's List by Elizabeth Gunn)

03/02/2025

📢 Calling All Book Lovers! We Need You! 📢

The Little Felton Book Festival is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help bring this literary event to life! Whether you love books, enjoy meeting new people, or just want to be part of something special, we have a role for you.

Various roles available – from greeting guests to assisting authors and managing events.
Flexible shifts to fit your schedule.
Be part of a wonderful community and help create an unforgettable festival!

📚Sign up here: bit.ly/Littlefeltonbookfest

Tag a friend who’d love to get involved! ✨

The Little Felton Book Festival takes place between the 27th -29th March 2025. Whether you love books, enjoy meeting new people, or just want to be part of something special, we have a role for you.

03/02/2025

Look what we spotted in Barter Books Alnwick this week!

Kimberley was one of the first authors to sign up to support our Little book festival last year. We were thrilled to spot her debut novel Love Lindisfarne on display. It is a heart warming romance set on, you guessed it, Lindisfarne (or Holy Island to the locals). You can pick up your copy or from Amazon.

You might just be lucky enough to see Love Lindisfarne at this year's The Little Felton Book Festival too 😉

02/02/2025

Exciting News for Young Bookworms! 📚

We know many of you have been asking about the Little Felton Book Festival children's events – and we're happy to share that they will be returning, just a little later in the year! Stay tuned for more details, and get ready for a fantastic lineup of storytelling, activities, and fun for young readers.

Here are two of the younger (more demanding) committee members doing some research in The Accidental Book Shop in Alnwick today!

Keep an eye on our page for children's updates – we can't wait to see you there!

21/01/2025

📚✨ The Little Felton Book Festival is Back! ✨📚

We’re thrilled to announce the return of The Little Felton Book Festival! After last year’s phenomenal success, we’re raising the bar to make this year’s event even more unforgettable.

Another weekend of stories, creativity, and community (and not forgetting the wine) with an exciting line-up of authors, workshops, talks, and activities for book lovers of all ages. Whether you’re a passionate reader, aspiring writer, or simply love the magic of books, there’s something for everyone.

Stay tuned for updates on dates, guest speakers, event schedules, and ticket information.

Spread the word, tag your book-loving friends, and let’s make Felton the (little) heart of the literary world once again!