Sun 17 Nov, 12pm

Join award-winning authors Irenosen Okojie and Elizabeth Macneal for an enthralling discussion that bridges the mystical and the mysterious....

Sun 17 Nov, 2pm

Lev Parikian and Oliver Smith join forces for this engaging discussion that bridges the gap between the natural world and spiritual reflection....

Sun 17 Nov, 4pm

Explore the intersections of class, power and the resurgence of the far right in the UK with three acclaimed authors Dan Evans, Vicky Spratt...

Sun 17 Nov, 6pm

Step into the shadows with two compelling voices as they explore the twisted and eerily captivating aspects of the horror-supernatural genre....

Sun 17 Nov, 8pm

Don’t miss an engaging evening with renowned author John Boyne as he unveils his latest novel, Fire. Known for his powerful storytelling...

Mon 18 Nov, 6pm

Be transported by an evening of compelling short stories and lively discussion with award-winning writers Lucy Caldwell (Openings), Naomi...

Mon 18 Nov, 8pm

Former Folkestone MP Damian Collins and historian and biographer Lucy Hughes-Hallett come together to explore themes of political manoeuvring,...

Tue 19 Nov, 6pm

This promises to be a riveting discussion between Lucia Osborne-Crowley, author of The Trial of Ghislaine Maxwell, and Sam McAlister, the...

Tue 19 Nov, 8pm

Jo Hamya and Rebecca Watson discuss their second novels, and take the stage for an insightful conversation that explores the complicated intersections...

Wed 20 Nov, 6pm

Baroness Lola Young comes to Folkestone to discuss her poignant new memoir, Eight Weeks. As a prominent member of the House of Lords and a...

Wed 20 Nov, 8pm

Maria Balshaw, director of the Tate since 2017 and author of the new book, Gathering of Strangers: Why Museums Matter, joins the dynamic Ramsgate-based...

Thu 21 Nov, 4.30pm

Step into the world of art and culture with a captivating discussion between two of the most insightful voices in contemporary art criticism...

Thu 21 Nov, 6pm

You won't want to miss one of the festival’s most anticipated event – an evening with acclaimed author David Nicholls. Best known for...

Thu 21 Nov, 8pm

It won't just be Harry Potter fans who'll feel moved after an evening with David Holmes, a competitive gymnast from Essex who became a beloved...

Fri 22 Nov, 4.30pm

Football is more than just a game — it’s a global phenomenon that has shaped cultures, sparked movements and brought together millions...

Fri 22 Nov, 6pm

Don't miss this gripping discussion with Asad Qureshi, author of 165 Days: Prisoner of the Taliban, as he shares his harrowing firsthand account...

Fri 22 Nov, 8pm

Be part of a wild and unforgettable evening with Roberto Sendoya Escobar, now an artist living in Majorca and author of First Born, who will...

Sat 23 Nov, 10.30am

Calling all young artists! Join acclaimed author and art historian Ruth Millington for a fun-filled, hands-on creative morning where you get...

Sat 23 Nov, 12pm

Always dreamed of buried treasures? This event promises to unveil the secrets of finding extraordinary artefacts in the most unexpected places...

Sat 23 Nov, 2pm

In today’s fast-paced world, burnout has become a pressing issue that touches nearly everyone. Join best-selling author and broadcaster...

Sat 23 Nov, 3.30pm

Dive into the captivating world of maritime history and the sea's influence on literature with three remarkable authors. Irish author Sinead...

Sat 23 Nov, 5pm

Take a closer look at the disturbing realities of online radicalisation and its impact on society with two acclaimed journalists, James Ball...

Sat 23 Nov, 6.30pm

Hear from two leading voices on the topic of living your best life as you get older. This will be an empowering conversation with two remarkable...

Sat 23 Nov, 8pm

Get ready to laugh, by coming along to this headline event with the brilliant comedian and advocate for libraries, Robin Ince. Known for his...

Sun 24 Nov, 12pm

Step into the animal kingdom, with nature writers Joe Shute, author of Stowaway: The Disreputable Exploits of the Rat, and Jonathan Hollins,...

Sun 24 Nov, 2pm

Be part of an inspiring and insightful discussion with Viktoria Lloyd-Barlow, whose debut novel All the Little Bird Hearts was longlisted...

Sun 24 Nov, 2pm

We’re thrilled to announce a very special addition to the Folkestone Book Festival! Don’t miss the chance to hear from the UK’s most...

Sun 24 Nov, 4pm

Step into the captivating worlds of two masterful storytellers, Tessa Hadley and Donal Ryan, as they discuss their latest works of fiction....

Sun 24 Nov, 6pm

The acclaimed Scottish author John Niven (Kill Your Friends, The F*ck-It List, Straight White Male) discusses his poignant new memoir, O Brother....

Sun 24 Nov, 8pm

The grand finale of this year’s Folkestone Book Festival will see on stage one of the most acclaimed screenwriters of our time, Steven Moffat....