Lancaster Litfest

Lancaster's literature festival and development agency. Established 1978.

[Cumbria Uni English @CumbriaEnglish]

‘The more local you are, the more global you are’: Sarah Hall on her new novel, ‘Helm’, place-writing, and the importance of positivity in environmental fictional writing at @Litfest 📚🍃

[John Freeman @johnfreeman_DTT]

Graphic novelists Mollie Ray and Helen Bate are guests at this year's Lancaster @Litfest Autumn Weekend, discussing how the graphic novel format allows them to treat challenging topics with wit and sensitivity: https://t.co/tF4Q1X2Yci

[Lancaster Litfest @Litfest]

We've got the perfect way for young readers to kick off #SpookySeason!

On Saturday 18th October, 11:30am at The Storey, Lancaster, join bestselling author @theLucyStrange for a fun morning of spooky mysteries, ghosts and monsters!
Book your tickets here: https://t.co/1CMYD9USny

[Cumbria Uni English @CumbriaEnglish]

We are very excited to share the beautiful cover of MA programme leader @DrPennyBradshaw's new book on Beatrix Potter. Forthcoming with @BloomsburyAcad in early January, the book is available to pre-order now: https://t.co/oqDDc0X22n @CumbriaUni @UoCResearch @BeatrixPotterSo

[Christina Thatcher @writetoempower]

‘when I open the window, he’s waiting for me’ — Clare Proctor

#mypoetrybookshelf

[Brian Groom @GroomB]

Three years ago at Lancaster @Litfest, launching 'Northerners' just ahead of the official publication date. Lovely festival.

[Decolonising Lancaster University @DecolonisingLU]

📚 Litfest Lancaster 2025 – March 15th 📚

Lancaster will celebrate a day filled with literature, poetry, and storytelling at Litfest 2025!

A unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the literary world and connect with remarkable artists.
More details in @Litfest

[Delphine Grass @delphine_grass]

I had the privilege of attending Helen Castor’s terrific Lancaster History Lecture yesterday, organised by @LancasterUni & @Litfest, hosted by @RG1253. Great to see so many members of the public attend. A masterclass in historical analysis & storytelling - truly unforgettable.

[Creative Lancashire @CreativeLancs]

ON THIS WEEK: Lancaster Literature Festvial

The 46th annual @Litfest runs until 17th March 2025

This year's theme is 'The World Into Words'

Check out the programme and book tickets for a variety of in person and online events.

https://t.co/hbp5380nL5

[Creative Lancashire @CreativeLancs]

#IWD2025: Creative Women

Read more about our featured Creative Women for this year's International Women's Day campaign, featuring Amy Quinn, Mina Anwar (@HildaBaker) and Julie Bell @buliejell in our latest newsletter.

https://t.co/kwfex7YvqX

#AccelerateAction

[Lancaster Litfest @Litfest]

Get Involved with Litfest 2025 https://t.co/OMfwjsoPAv

[Bay Leadership Academy @BayLeadershipAc]

Thanks to @Litfest for the fantastic books by @philearle for this year's Big Read. Pupils were delighted to receive their new books - a perfect read for half-term! #LeadersAreReaders #Ambition

[BookBrunch @BookBrunch]

.@Litfest is returning in March, with authors including @philearle, @Malikabooker and @followtheyellow

https://t.co/ShOOQHB3j4 (£)

[Lancaster Litfest @Litfest]

Welcome to Litfest 2025!

Today, we’re delighted to launch the full programme for our 46th Lancaster Literature Festival —‘The World Into Words’. https://t.co/uqJ9TvsqyR

This year there are over 50 ways to get involved inc. activities, co-creation opportunities and workshops!

[Lancaster Litfest @Litfest]

Welcome to Litfest 2025!

Today, we’re delighted to launch the full programme for our 46th Lancaster Literature Festival —‘The World Into Words’. https://t.co/uqJ9TvsqyR

This year there are over 50 ways to get involved inc. activities, co-creation opportunities and workshops!

[Lancaster Litfest @Litfest]

2024 ends on a high with our Crowdfunder for a FREE 3-day Children's Festival reaching its target!

Special thanks go to Lancashire County Council Sports and Culture Fund, to you our supporters and to Spotify!

Explore our Litfest 2025 preview: https://t.co/qmXCuC7yc2

[Lancaster Litfest @Litfest]

Merry Christmas from the Litfest Team!
Would you like some Good News and Sneak Previews?

https://t.co/qmXCuC70mu

[Bill Swainson💙 @SwainsonBill]

6.30pm, 16 /12 @Litfest Int. Fic. Online Book Club discuss Milan Kundera's 1984 classic 'The Unbearable Lightness of Being' (tr. Michael Henry Heim, @FaberBooks). 'I return to the book again and again. Teacher, touchstone, style guide' @taiyeselasi. To join📩 [email protected]

[Lancaster Litfest @Litfest]

The @Literacy_Trust found that only 35% of 8 to 18-yr-olds read for pleasure.

We want to change that.

Pledge to our Crowdfunder today & help us to bring a free children’s festival to Lancaster!

We're 60% of the way there, can you help us to get closer? https://t.co/rGmsvmGWoU

[Lancaster Litfest @Litfest]

@Literacy_Trust Thank you!

[Lancaster Litfest @Litfest]

The @Literacy_Trust found that only 35% of 8 to 18-yr-olds read for pleasure.

We want to change that.

Pledge to our Crowdfunder today & help us to bring a free children’s festival to Lancaster!

We're 60% of the way there, can you help us to get closer? https://t.co/rGmsvmGWoU