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Panel Talks

Check out the fab panel talks we have planned with the authors joining us this year. If you want to see the individual talks click here or to see our full programme click here

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How the writing process has changed from ink to AI 

Join Zoe Sharp, Duncan Bourne and Helen Kelly discuss how the writing process has changed over the years. From hand written with ink pens to the very real possibility of competing with AI. 

Earlier Professions and impact on writing 

Hear from four authors Mark Eklid, Rebecca Struthers, Punam Farmah and Enkel Asamatjai discuss previous professions and their impact on writing. For many of our authors writing is part of a rich and varied work life - find out how being an author has changed other jobs they hold and vice versa!

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Writing process

Join Sheena Billett, Jan Edwards, Pete Sherlock and Sarah James talking about their writing process. What works for them, what didn't and what they do to get over writers block and other hints and tips.

​Leek Loves Crime 

Join crime writers Paul Gitsham, ​C V Chauhan and Andrew Lowe for an intimate and captivating discussion with a group of authors who specialize in dark, gripping crime fiction. These talented voices from the indie scene bring fresh perspectives to the genre, exploring the darker side of human nature and the thrilling mysteries.

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Cosy Crime 

What draws us in to a cosy crime novel? Join Cosy crime writers discussing what makes a great cosy crime from an authors perspective. Join Dawn Brookes, T. A.Belshaw, Margaret Holbrook and Tom Mead for this cosy conversation. 

Small press / indie author

​Join Marie Anne Cope, James Ellson, Chris Turnbull and Malcolm Havard discussing small press publishing and what its like to be an indie author. What the ups and downs of self publishing can be like and more.

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