The Market Harborough Literary Festival - Authors Day

St Dionysius Church, Market Harborough, Market Harborough, LE16 7NB
Saturday 26th September 2026
Author Day at the Market Harborough Literary Festival brings together an exciting lineup of award winning authors to discuss their recent From I In the beautiful setting of St Dionysius church, audiences will hear authors discussing their latest books, writing journeys and creative inspiration behind their work. Whether you're a lifelong reader, aspiring writer or simply curious to hear from some of today's most exciting literary voices, this event offers a unique opportunity to learn more about the writing process and engage directly with the authors through audience Q and A's.
Authors appearing include:
 Belinda Campbell who joins Marisa Linton in conversation with Diana Bretherick to discuss the fantasy and folk horror genres including Belinda's novel Something Wicked and Marisa's novel Circle of Shadows. Debut Faber author Manish Chauhan will be in conversation with Jules Mitchell about writing his compelling Leicester set love story Belgrave Road.  Award winning author of Unsettled Ground, Claire Fuller discusses her sensational new contemporary gothic novel Hunger and Thirst with Jules Mitchell. Sunday Times Bestselling Crime Author Janice Hallett will be in conversation with Diana Bretherick about her new novel The Silent Appeal.
There will be book signings after each author session, and book sales with Waterstones Market Harborough. Refreshments, tea and coffee will be available.