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Third Tuesday @Central

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Third Tuesday is a regular programme of author talks, writing workshops and other reading events taking place at Central Library.

Short Story Salon

  • Tuesday 17 September 2024, 7pm

  • Free

As part of Short Story September, join us for this exclusive salon to celebrate the Leicester Writes Short Story Prize. Former judges, Rebecca Burns and Laura Besley, plus 2023 winner Laura Coleman will be reading a selection of prize-winning short stories and sharing their reading recommendations. This will be followed by a wider discussion on writing and publishing short stories.

The session will be chaired by Farhana Shaikh from Dahlia Books.

In conversation with… Merle Collins

  • Tuesday 15 October 2024, 7pm

  • Free

For Black History Month, join us for an evening of fascinating conversation with Grenadian author and poet, Merle Collins, talking about her life and work. Her latest book, 'Ocean Stirrings' was shortlisted for the Orwell Prize for political fiction. This is a rare visit to these shores, so make sure you don’t miss it!

Copies of 'Ocean Stirrings' will be available to buy after the event.

Where Songs Come From – In conversation with Jim Bob

  • Tuesday 19 November 2024, 7pm

  • Booking essential. Contact the library to book your free place

Come on down and see Jim Bob attempt to explain where his songs come from, how they got here, and why.

Copies of Jim Bob’s new book, ‘Where Songs Come From – The Lyrics and Origin Stories of 150 Solo and Carter USM Songs’ will be available to buy on the night.

Get in touch

Leicester Central Library, Bishop Street, Leicester LE1 6AA
0116 454 0290
[email protected]