The Red Funnel Isle of Wight Literary Festival is celebrating its 10th anniversary and is delighted to announce that tickets are now on sale, with over 45 sessions available to book via the website with a few more surprises to come.
The festival – based at Northwood House Cowes from 6th – 9th October 2022 – offers a broad programme covering history, politics, crime mysteries, royalty, fiction, psychology and science from acclaimed authors who are experts in their field.
The festival opens on Thursday 6th October at 14:00 with Jeremy Bowen, the BBC’s International Editor providing his insights on the Modern Middle East. The veteran reporter has covered numerous wars and reported from more than 70 countries. Bowen will be in conversation with Lieutenant General Sir Simon Mayall, over the course of his 40-year career, he has served extensively in the region. Bowen, who has been covering the Middle East since 1989 and Sir Simon, who has personal and military ties with the area, will provide a fascinating insight into this troubled region.
Other well-known names will include Lynda LaPlante – the bestselling crime writer who changed the face of television with her mold-breaking female character DCI Jane Tennison, the main character in the iconic and award-winning Prime Suspect TV series – will be in conversation on Thursday at 18:00.
Rory Cellan-Jones –technology writer and broadcaster- will share the most important story of our times – the dramatic impact of hyperconnectivity, the smartphone and social media on everything from our democracy to our employment and our health.
On Saturday morning Anglo-French writer Joanne Harris, will be talking to the festival’s Vice Patron Alan Titchmarsh about her latest book, A Narrow Door. The novel is the 3rd in the Malbry trilogy. Harris is best known for her 1999 novel Chocolat, which sold over 1 million copies in the UK and was adapted for screen, starring Juliette Binoche and Johnny Depp.
Chair, Maggie Ankers, said:
“After 2 years of a ‘digital’ festival as a result of COVID-19 we are so pleased to be welcoming our loyal audiences back to Northwood House, to enjoy another rich and varied programme”
Article continues below this advertisement “Red Funnel’s continued support has once again helped us create an affordable event with something for everyone.”
By bringing authors to the Isle of Wight to share their work the festival helps visitors experience the ideas, inspiration, entertainment that is unleashed when the pages of a good book are turned. Stay in touch with the festival by visiting our website www.isleofwightliteraryfestival.com where you can sign up to the festival newsletter.
A list of the 45+ confirmed speakers can be found here https://isleofwightliteraryfestival.com/2022-speakers/ and tickets can be purchased online.
