Writing on the Fringe
We did it! It happened! The first literary fringe festival in the UK has been an adventure, and a fantastic bookish weekend. A huge THANK YOU from your hosts, Jackie Carreira and Rachel Churcher, to all our authors, visitors and supporters. We couldn’t have done it without you!
We’re taking a much-needed break! Watch this space for more Foreword Festival news …
The Foreword Festival is here!
Yesterday’s book fair, live readings, children’s stories and workshops were fantastic. Today, meet the authors at the book fair, join us for our SF, Fantasy and Horror author panel at 11 in the Guildhall garden, and head for our publishing workshops, run by our sponsor, Softwood Self-Publishing.
We’re thrilled to find this fantastic coverage of the festival in the October issue of Suffolk Norfolk Life Magazine! Follow the link to read the full article online.
Jackie Carreira and Rachel Churcher, co-organisers of the Foreword Festival, are on the radio again today with the latest updates for the event at the weekend!
Check out the Louise Hulland Afternoon Show on BBC Radio Suffolk, BBC Radio Norfolk, BBC Radio Cambridgeshire, and BBC Sounds. On Listen Again, the interview begins 1 hour and 19 minutes into the show.
We’re announcing a new event for the Foreword Festival! We’ll be hosting FREE storytelling from two children’s authors in the garden at the Guildhall (weather permitting!) on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th October.
Meet Lynda Brignall, author of When I Go Out At Night, and Emma Sweeney, author of The Tale of a Lonely Frog. Lynda will be reading from her book and talking about her work as a hedgehog rescuer at noon on Saturday, and Emma will be reading from hers at noon on Sunday. Entry to the Guildhall and the storytelling event is free, and children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
See you there!
Exciting news! Jackie Carreira, co-organiser of the Foreword Festival, will be on the radio today – not once, but TWICE!
Check out Suffolk Sound at 10.30am, and BBC Upload at 6pm, when Jackie will have all the latest on our Literary Fringe Festival adventure!
We are thrilled to announce the winning stories for the Fast Foreword Flash Fiction event!
Congratulations to all the authors featured! On Saturday 7th October actors from QuirkHouse Theatre will be giving FREE live readings of the winning stories at various venues across Bury St Edmunds – check out the Fast Foreword page for details.
Tickets for our publishing workshops are on sale now!
Sunday’s one-hour workshops are designed to help you navigate your publishing journey.
Wondering how to send your book out into the world? In this workshop, Softwood Self-Publishing will guide you through the world of distribution possibilities to secure listings on Gardners and bookshops like Waterstones. With hands-on guidance and expert advice, this workshop empowers indie authors to expand their readership and achieve broader distribution for their literary creations.
Tickets: £10 (over 18s) or £5 (16-18 year olds). Over 16s only.
Tickets are on sale NOW, but numbers are limited. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Tickets for our publishing workshops are on sale now!
Sunday’s one-hour workshops are designed to help you navigate your publishing journey.
In this dynamic session, Softwood Self-Publishing will delve into the art of self-promotion, exploring strategies to captivate your target audience through social media platforms and local media outlets such as radio and magazines. Learn the power of marketing strategies to build a memorable brand as an author and help sell your books. Gain practical tips and personalized guidance from industry experts and embark on a journey to position yourself as a standout author in today’s competitive literary landscape.
Tickets: £10 (over 18s) or £5 (16-18 year olds). Over 16s only.
Tickets are on sale NOW, but numbers are limited. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Tickets for our publishing workshops are on sale now!
Sunday’s one-hour workshops are designed to help you navigate your publishing journey.
Discover the various routes to publishing in Softwood Self-Publishing’s comprehensive workshop. Whether you’re an aspiring author or a seasoned writer seeking new opportunities, this engaging session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to explore hybrid, traditional, and indie publishing options.
Tickets: £10 (over 18s) or £5 (16-18 year olds). Over 16s only.
Tickets are on sale NOW, but numbers are limited. Book early to avoid disappointment.
