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Join us for an evening to celebrate the launch of The Paris Dancer, a historical novel by Abergavenny-born novelist Nicola Rayner, who will be in conversation with the author SE Lynes. Inspired by the incredible true story of a Jewish ballroom dancer in Paris during World War II, The Paris Dancer is a riveting and [...]
Join us for an evening to discuss the issues explored in Woman's Wales with the book's editor Emma Schofield, and one of the contributing writers, Norena Shopland. They will be in conversation with Rich Davies from Parthian Books. Be part of the conversation and make your own contribution to the debate. All tickets include a [...]
We are very excited to announce this event with author, award-winning writer and broadcaster Ben Arogundade, who will be talking about his book Hollywood Blackout and the battle for recognition in a white Hollywood. Whether you're a film fan, history lover or diversity advocate, this event is for all those who wish to know the [...]
An event not to be missed - we are delighted to be welcoming award-winning garden designer, RHS Ambassador and TV presenter, Adam Frost to talk about his latest book, For the Love of Plants. With over 150 plant profiles, Adam shares his vast horticultural knowledge, talks about the significance of music and gardening in his [...]
Join us for an evening with Andrew Green to discuss his book Voices on the Path: A History of Walking in Wales. All tickets include a glass of wine or a soft drink and there will be the opportunity to get your book signed too. About the book Walking may seem a simple act. But [...]
A monthly meeting in Book-ish for writers of all levels to write, develop, and share their work in an informal and supportive setting. Members will write something new in every session and should feel free to bring their own writing to share with the group. We usually meet on the second Tuesday of each month [...]
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED - NEW DATE TBC Join us for an evening with Carole Hailey to mark the publication of her new novel Scenes from a Tragedy. Carole's debut novel The Silence Project (a Book-ish favourite read!) was shortlisted for the Royal Society of Literature Christopher Bland Prize as well as being a [...]
We're delighted to launch our new Film & Book Club! Each month we will take a book that has an interesting film adaptation and spend the evening comparing the two. The ticket price includes a copy of the book (which can be collected from our Abergavenny bookshop once you've booked your place) and the film [...]
Join us for an evening with Merlin Hanbury-Tenison, who will be in conversation with Tom Bullough, author of Sarn Helen. This is an event not to be missed! All tickets include a glass of wine or soft drink and there will be the opportunity to ask questions and have books signed. About Our Oaken Bones [...]
This is an evening not to be missed! We are delighted to be welcoming Carys Davies to the Book-ish Loft to celebrate the publication of Clear in paperback. If you didn't read it in hardback then you're in for a treat! And if you did, then now's your chance to hear from the author and [...]
Join Drew for our monthly quiz, full of four quirky question rounds, picture round and music round…..it not just about books. A selection of alcoholic and soft drinks available. Teams of up to 6 welcome – highest scoring team wins a round of drinks on the house. Calzone must be pre ordered on the website [...]
Join us for an evening with Samuel Burr, to celebrate the publication of the paperback edition of his gloriously uplifting, instant top-five Sunday Times bestselling debut novel, The Fellowship of Puzzlemakers. Samuel will be in conversation with Jennie Godfrey, author of The List of Suspicious Things. All tickets include a glass of wine or a [...]
We are SO excited (and lucky!) to be welcoming Hollie McNish to the Book-ish Loft! Hollie is a poet whose live readings are not to be missed. After a run of sold out shows up and down the UK, she is back with the paperback tour of Lobster and other things I'm learning to love [...]
A monthly meeting in Book-ish for writers of all levels to write, develop, and share their work in an informal and supportive setting. Members will write something new in every session and should feel free to bring their own writing to share with the group. We usually meet on the second Tuesday of each month [...]
We can’t wait to welcome Anthony Shapland to the Book-ish Loft to celebrate the publication of his debut novel, A Room Above A Shop. Anthony Shapland has been named one of The Observer's top ten debut novelists for 2025, so don’t miss out on what’s sure to be a brilliant evening – all tickets include [...]
Join Drew for our monthly quiz, full of four quirky question rounds, picture round and music round…..it not just about books. A selection of alcoholic and soft drinks available. Teams of up to 6 welcome – highest scoring team wins a round of drinks on the house. Calzone must be pre ordered on the website [...]
We're delighted to launch our new Film & Book Club! Each month we will take a book that has an interesting film adaptation and spend the evening comparing the two. The ticket price includes a copy of the book (which can be collected from our Abergavenny bookshop once you've booked your place) and the film [...]
DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES, THIS EVENT IS POSTPONED AND A NEW DATE WILL BE CONFIRMED SOON. Join us for an evening with Francesca Simon (celebrated children's author of the Horrid Henry series) to talk about her first novel for an adult readership. Salka is an exquisite and tautly moving tragedy told by multiple voices, both [...]
Due to unforeseen circumstances this event is unfortunately cancelled. Join us for an evening with Sunday Times bestselling author Dan Richards to discuss his book Overnight - an exploration of the night, the nocturnal world, insomnia, the creative potential of the dark hours, and the work that happens at night to keep the modern world [...]
A monthly meeting in Book-ish for writers of all levels to write, develop, and share their work in an informal and supportive setting. Members will write something new in every session and should feel free to bring their own writing to share with the group. We usually meet on the second Tuesday of each month. [...]
