We have started our 25th Anniversary with an absolute bang! Not only did the inspirational Caroline Lucas MP join our introductory panel conversation ...
Author: Claire Buskin
New Writing & Talking National Saturday Club launched
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new Writing and Talking National Saturday Club which will be taking place every Saturday 10am-1pm from ...
The Lament of the Beat Fractured by its Own
By Nawaziest Ul Bushra A journey etched by Saffron – the exotic in Essex. This walk spoke of a beat that caught our steps in a stillness. Like the ...
Spoken Word Power Open Call is now open
Spoken Word Power Open Call is a free programme open to primary, secondary and SEND schools. Supporting schools across the UK to make poetry fun and ...
Chelmsford Museum exhibition to explore legacy of legendary local nature writer
An exhibition on the life and works of celebrated local nature author and conservationist, J.A. Baker, will open at Chelmsford Museum in spring 2024. ...
Espionage, betrayal, terrorism, corruption – the truth behind the murder of WPC Yvonne Fletcher.
A Red Lion Books event: No Ordinary Day – John Murray & Matt Johnson in conversation at Colchester Arts Centre On 17 April 1984, as ...
Announcing Caroline Lucas MP as special guest at Youth Climate Summit
We are delighted that Caroline Lucas MP will be joining us at our Manifesto For Essex Youth Climate Summit taking place this Saturday 13th January at ...
Authors Holly Pester and Keiran Goddard to discuss upcoming books at Colchester event
Join local writer, Holly Pester at Red Lion Books on 7th February to hear about her debut novel, The Lodgers. Holly will be in conversation with ...
Competition deadline extended: Share your story – win £300
Walk with Words is an interactive walking route connecting Colchester City Centre, the University of Essex, and Greenstead. Arranged on 16 posts, a QR ...
2023 Eco-cast podcast – new episodes released
As part of Essex Book Festival 2023 young people were invited to take part in a 2 day podcast workshop with Chelmsford Community Radio to develop our ...