A huge thank you to our Diamond, Gold & Silver partners, and all who sponsor or give their services free, for supporting the Chiswick Book Festival, St Michael & All Angels, & our 3 reading charities. We’re so grateful for your 2025 support!

✨ And just like that, the 17th Chiswick Book Festival closes! Our finale at Hogarth’s House saw Daniel Swift reveal The Dream Factory—the Shoreditch playhouse where Shakespeare became Shakespeare. Thanks to all who joined us for another brilliant celebration of books, ideas & conversation. 📚

Big thanks to our Diamond Partner @Waterstones Chiswick for keeping the Festival buzzing with books all weekend! 📚 Just look at that queue for William & Sam Dalrymple’s signing. 💥 #ChiswickBookFestival

It’s the final day for Chiswick Book Festival and tickets are still available for events at St Michael & All Angels Church, St Michael’s Parish Hall, Theatre at the Tabard and Chiswick Cinema. Visit our website her to check out today's programme www.chiswickbookfestival.net/2025-day-by-...

It has been a Super Saturday at the Chiswick Book Festival! Sold out events, great feedback & high energy! We have another fantastic line-up tomorrow. Join us for a Sizzling Sunday of events! www.chiswickbookfestival.net/tickets/ @chiswickbookfest.bsky.social #boxoffice #chiswick #books #festival

The Chiswick Book Festival weekend started with a bang last night! There are loads of great events today and tomorrow and there are still tickets available for many. Visit www.chiswickbookfestival.net/tickets

Come and say hello if you're in Chiswick today! @chiswickbookfest.bsky.social

Last chance to get tickets for my talk at @chiswickbookfest.bsky.social on Sunday at the Tabard Theatre at 1545 - www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/chi...

Tickets for Chiswick’s Children’s Book Festival are on sale NOW! Dates: 13th - 14th September 2025 Ages: 3-11+ Tickets: £5 - £15 See the full programme: www.chiswickbookfestival.net/childrens-fe... Tickets on sale: www.chiswickbookfestival.net/tickets/ @chiswickbookfest.bsky.social

Talking about Dear Loll @chiswickbookfest.bsky.social on Sun at 12.30

A big moment for #ChiswickBookFest 💛 This year will be Jo James’ last as Programme Director. Jo has brought world-class writers & unforgettable events to Chiswick for over a decade – she’ll be hugely missed. @jojames100.bsky.social 👉 chiswickbookfestival.net/news photo @rogerlgreen.bsky.social

The 17th Chiswick Book Festival kicked off in style last night with the sold out Local Authors Showcase! With 64 events taking place over 6 days, there is something for everyone! www.chiswickbookfestival.net/tickets/ @chiswickbookfest.bsky.social #books #festival #chiswick

It was such a joy to take part in the @chiswickbookfest.bsky.social Local Authors Showcase last night! Looking forward to my Rock Family Band event on Saturday! Check out the festival programme to see all of the amazing events taking place and book tickets! www.chiswickbookfestival.net

My two minutes of fame at the @chiswickbookfest.bsky.social Local Authors Showcase! Thanks for having me, and thanks to everyone who bought a copy of Troublemaker from the bookstand. We sold four copies doncha know. Count ‘em 😁 #booksky @vulpinepress.bsky.social

Our latest newsletter is out - the countdown is on and our Festival opener, Local Authors Showcase, is tonight. Read our news here bit.ly/4nhklyW

The @chiswickbookfest.bsky.social Local Authors' Showcase tomorrow night is now sold out! If you are coming along, should point out I'm on first, Meaning I get to be the first actual author to speak at this year's festival. Bit scared now actually 😆 #booksky @vulpinepress.bsky.social

You will be a great opener @cazzawrites.bsky.social - thanks for opening our @chiswickbookfest.bsky.social #LocalAuthorShowcase tonight and great luck!

Looking forward to discussing real people in fiction at @chiswickbookfest.bsky.social on Saturday - tickets available here! www.ticketsource.co.uk/chiswickbook...

We are delighted @jonathanfreedland.bsky.social will be joining us this Saturday 13 September 1:45pm at our Festival. Some tickets remain - you can find details and purchase tickets here bit.ly/3I4gZ3q

@mrjamesob.bsky.social - thought you might be interested in my talk on London's Lost Pubs at Chiswick Book Festival on Sunday. Would be great if you could mention it on your show. And thanks so much for mentioning the book last month! www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/chi...

We are looking forward to your event on Saturday at 12.30 @victoriandetective.bsky.social This will be a fascinating conversation - you can book tickets here bit.ly/4mTbRy0

Read our latest newsletter here bit.ly/3V0rnMr Get your half-price tickets while they last. Sale ends tomorrow, Sunday 7th of September, 8PM

As a community Festival, we keep ticket prices as low as we can. But costs can mount up. This weekend we're holding a ‘Flash Sale’ offering 50% discount on selected events. Sale runs through 8PM tomorrow, Sun 07 Sep. Find the Selected Events @ chiswickbookfestival.net Use disc code CBFSale2025

Chiswick Children's Book Festival 12th - 14th September 2025 Various venues in Chiswick, London W4 @chiswickbookfest.bsky.social Please download the full program and find booking details at www.chiswickbookfestival.net/wp-content/u...

Wonderful Workshops for Writers! Our Festival starts next week, and we have some fantastic writing workshops for everyone (whatever your interest). Check them out here: www.chiswickbookfestival.net

Thanks for having me @edbookfest.bsky.social and thank you to everyone who came along and joined the event, it was a pleasure to introduce you all to the Rocks! Next stop on the tour @chiswickbookfest.bsky.social 🎸⚡️🪈 @oxfordchildrens.bsky.social

We're so looking forward to your event @bobtregoning.bsky.social Tickets can be bought here: www.ticketsource.co.uk/chiswickbook...

Our latest newsletter is out. With only 2 weeks until the Festival weekend and many sessions already sold out, we have so much news to share. You can read the full newsletter here bit.ly/4p052fv

Our Festival starts in 2 weeks. Here are some of the great names who will be there. Book now to avoid disappointment (10 events sold out already). To book tickets, go to www.chiswickbookfestival.net/tickets

Our Festival starts in 2 weeks. Here are some of the great names who will be there. Book now to avoid disappointment (10 events sold out already). To book tickets, go to www.chiswickbookfestival.net/tickets

JonathanFreedland - The Traitors Circle Sat 13 Sept, 1.45pm @ Chiswick Cinema. True story of betrayal + courage in 1943 Berlin. Freedland talks with Julian Worricker. Tickets £10 🎟️ bit.ly/4fWlXM7 Video Credit: John Murray Press

Oops - we are talking September (June would be way too long to wait). Thanks for the correction @jonathanfreedland.bsky.social (would love to say we were testing to see who would notice...)

We look forward to your event @jonathanfreedland.bsky.social at our Festival on on Saturday 13 June 1.45pm at The Chiswick Cinema. Join us - you can buy tickets here www.ticketsource.co.uk/chiswickbook...

Our latest newsletter is out! It’s just under four weeks to the big Festival weekend! With more events selling out, and waiting lists filling up, it’s time to make up your mind! Don’t be disappointed - choose your sessions now! You can read the full newsletter here: bit.ly/45xPI2l

As the nation marks #VJDay80 and the end of #WW2, we’re augmenting our programme of books marking 80 years since WW2. Read the blog by our director @torindouglas.bsky.social on the Chiswick Calendar website. chiswickcalendar.co.uk/chiswick-boo...

The Rock Family Band are heading to @chiswickbookfest.bsky.social! Saturday 13th September 2pm - 2.45pm ⚡️ Story-time ⚡️ Drawing activities ⚡️ Singing ⚡️ Dancing ⚡️ Rocking & Rolling ⚡️ Book your tickets at www.chiswickbookfestival.net/childrens-fe... @oxfordchildrens.bsky.social

So looking forward to your event @bobtregoning.bsky.social on Saturday 13 September. You can get tickets to Robert's event here: bit.ly/41AiM6G

Delighted journalist & author @jonathanfreedland.bsky.social whose latest book, The Traitors Circle (published Thurs 11 Sep), will be at our Festival Sat 13 Sep at the Chiswick Cinema. He talks to Julian Worricker about the remarkable true story of betrayal and courage. Tickets: bit.ly/45eqkyh

*Workshop* The Four Questions Every Writer Must Answer to Craft a Bestselling Novel: Rose Sandy Join publisher & author Rose Sandy as she reveals the four questions every writer must answer to craft a bestselling novel. Sat 13 Sept @artsed.bsky.social Book: www.chiswickbookfestival.net/tickets.

Our latest newsletter incl: 📚 History highlights at the 2025 Chiswick Book Festival 📚This year’s speakers include: Memoirs/Biography & so much more news! Read full newsletter here: bit.ly/3GRwf34 Sign up to our newsletter now & be the first to know: www.chiswickbookfestival.net/join-our-mai...

** Save the date ** Abundance Apple Day, Saturday 6th September The @abundancelondon.bsky.social Team will be rolling out the big apple press and converting local apple surplus into delicious juice for everyone to enjoy. Come and have a drink and check out the other fun activities. #Chiswick

The latest @theealingclub newsletter has gone out to subscribers. Join them via www.ealingclub.com. Centre stage this weekend is The Ealing Blues Festival. Full line up & times are here: ealingsummerfestivals.com/blues/ @chiswickbookfest.bsky.social @ealingfilmfestival.bsky.social

Lyse Doucet: In Conversation with Julian Worricker Sat 13 Sep 6.30pm In her new book The Finest Hotel in Kabul, BBC Chief International Correspondent Lyse Doucet weaves the hotel’s history together with that of modern Afghanistan – and its people. Tickets: www.chiswickbookfestival.net/tickets

A very Happy Birthday @antondubeke.tv! We are so excited Anton will be joining us at our Festival Sat 13 Sept discussing the latest instalment of the Forsyth Family series and his book📘, Monte Carlo, with former BBC Correspondent Rebecca Jones. Buy your tickets now here bit.ly/4f1ALsb

📚 Tickets are on sale for the 17th Chiswick Book Festival Sep 10–15! Brochures available at throughout Chiswick incl @waterstones Chiswick Events are selling fast - book now: chiswickbookfestival.net/tickets. Join us for a week of stories, talks & community! #ChiswickBookFestival #BookFest2025

Janey Lee Grace From Wham to Woo: A Life on the Mic Sat 13 Sept @chiswickbookfest.bsky.social @janeyleegrace.bsky.social will be joined by #JanetEllis and will share her colourful behind-the-scenes tales in this fun blast through the 80’s & 90’s music & radio world. Tickets & Info bit.ly/4eLOSln

We so look forward to welcoming you back @kevfcomicartist.bsky.social Hurry and book soon – you won’t want to miss Kev. Limited availability left for the afternoon session – more places in the morning session on the 13th of September. Details and bookings here: bit.ly/3GwAp02 bit.ly/4lGS6IY

Check me out - Comic Art Masterclasses in Chiswick in September. Classes are liited to just 30 participants, so book quick!

Join Kathy Lette, queen of wit-lit, in conversation w/comedian Ronni Ancona, discussing her wickedly subversive new novel, The Revenge Club Arts Ed, Chiswick Fri 12 Sep Expect razor-sharp one-liners & outrageous anecdotes & the kind literary feminism that bites back! 👄📚 Tickets bit.ly/4kBhajU

Book now!! Fantastic children’s events with #axelscheffler @evewersockimorris.bsky.social @kevfcomicartist.bsky.social @ponddipper.bsky.social #zohranabi @bobtregoning.bsky.social #jonathansellars @mariesadulak.bsky.social #natelessore #nathanellessore #tomkerss @jprosewriter.bsky.social #kidslituk