There are events for just about every age and interest at the Book Festival, bringing readers and writers together for inspiration, entertainment and discussion. Over 900 authors appear in around 1000 events, including novelists, poets, scientists, sportsmen, illustrators, comics creators, historians, musicians, biographers, Nobel and Booker prize-winners and many more besides.
Be prepared for an hour of historical hilarity as Philip Ardagh introduces you to Jane Pinny, Victorian house maid-turned-accidental detective. In the second instalment of the Secret Diaries series, Jane discovers a priceless necklace has gone missing....
Step into the magical world of Moominvalley as Roald Dahl Funny Prize-winning author Philip Ardagh discusses his ultimate guide to all things Moomin. Learn facts about Moomintroll behaviour, habits and family trees, and hear from some of the original...
Norman the Norman is at it again! As Normandy's bravest broadsword-swinging hero, it's no surprise the Duchess has requested his help with the conquest. But, Norman can get easily distracted from the task in hand... Meet award-winning author and...
The Edinburgh International Book Festival Launches Citizen 
