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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. [...]
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 screening. May's pick is...The Man who Planted Trees by Jean [...]
We're so excited to announce a Book-ish event with the one and only Ruth Jones! We can't wait to welcome Ruth back to celebrate the launch of her latest book, By Your Side, which will be hot-off-the-press - all tickets include a signed hardback copy of the book. The event is being held at Blaenavon [...]
We are delighted to announce a new event with the fantastic - and Book-ish favourite - Robin Ince! All tickets include a glass of wine or a soft drink and there will be the opportunity to get books signed too. About Normally Weird and Weirdly Normal A powerful, personal exploration of anxiety, ADHD and neurodiversity, [...]
Come and join Drew for our monthly quiz. With a wide range of interesting rounds and cunning questions. Teams of up to 6 welcome . Calzone can be pre-ordered with booking. There is a selection of alcoholic and soft drinks available on the evening. The winning team get a free round of drinks and there [...]
Join us for a book signing with the fabulous Hamza Yassin! Tickets cost £14 and include a copy of Hamza's Wild World (RRP £14.99). The signing will be at Book-ish in Crickhowell and you will have the opportunity to have your photo taken with Hamza and get your signed book dedicated too! About Hamza's Wild [...]
Join us to celebrate the publication of Tristan Hughes' new book, Boundary Waters. Tristan Hughes will be in conversation with writer Tyler Keevil and there will be the opportunity to ask questions and get your books signed. Organised in partnership with Parthian Books, tickets to this book launch include a complimentary glass of wine or [...]
We can’t wait to welcome these two Book-ish favourites to the Loft for an evening of conversation about their new novels and lives as writers. Both authors had sell-out events here previously - Fflur joined us for the launch of her last book The Library Suicides and Caryl Lewis's Drift was our booksellers' top read [...]
Join us at Book-ish Abergavenny at 1pm for a book signing with Cari Thomas! Books will be available to purchase, please book a free ticket to help us estimate attendance. About The Hedge Witch An enchanting new novella set in the magical world of Sunday Times bestseller Threadneedle. Rowan is visiting her aunt – Winne [...]
Join us at Book-ish Abergavenny at 1pm for a book signing with Kathy Biggs! Books will be available to purchase, please book a free ticket to help us estimate attendance. 'Kathy Biggs reminds me of Alan Bennett… she walks the fine line between humour and utter sadness in a way that is very rare' JAN [...]
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 screening. June’s pick is…The Body by Stephen King - a [...]
Join us at Book-ish Abergavenny at 1pm for a book signing with Sophie Calon! Books will be available to purchase, please book a free ticket to help us estimate attendance. "Moving and thought-provoking” – Louis de Bernières, author of Captain Corelli's Mandolin “Profoundly life-affirming... A wonderful book.” – Gwyneth Lewis, author of Nightshade Mother “Searing and [...]
Come and join Drew for our monthly quiz. With a wide range of interesting rounds and cunning questions. Teams of up to 6 welcome . Calzone can be pre-ordered with booking. There is a selection of alcoholic and soft drinks available on the evening. The winning team get a free round of drinks and there [...]
Don't miss your chance to meet actual H from Steps! Ian H Watkins will be at Book-ish in Abergavenny on Saturday 28th June at 10am, signing his brilliant new children's book, Pride and the Rainbow Warriors. It's also Abergavenny Pride, so it's going to be a great morning! Books will be available to purchase (£8.99) [...]
We can't wait for an afternoon of Cake and Crime with these three fantastic crime writers! Louise Candlish, Steph McGovern and Tim Weaver will be in conversation about their latest books, followed by drinks and cake, audience Q&A, and a book signing. Book your tickets now - it would be a crime to miss out! [...]
