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Known for her sharp wit and bold exploration of complex issues, the acclaimed author of We Need to Talk About Kevin , Lionel Shriver , introduces her latest novel A Better Life . A satirical examination of modern immigration, a government-introduced scheme incentivises a liberal New Yorker and her cynical Gen-Z son to take in a Honduran migrant with unforeseen consequences. Chaired by The Times Literary Editor Robbie Millen . There is a book signing after this event . Get ahead of your Festival reading and visit the Waterstones Cheltenham Literature Festival bookshop and support Cheltenham Festivals with every purchase.
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Lionel Shriver takes place on Friday, 9 October 2026 at 14:00.
Lionel Shriver is held at The Hive in Cheltenham (The Hive, Montpellier Terrace , Cheltenham, GL50 1UL, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom).
Tickets for Lionel Shriver are priced at £14. Live prices and availability are shown on cheltenhamfestivals.org.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Hive can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Lionel Shriver can be booked via cheltenhamfestivals.org using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
About This Event
Known for her sharp wit and bold exploration of complex issues, the acclaimed author of We Need to Talk About Kevin , Lionel Shriver , introduces her latest novel A Better Life . A satirical examination of modern immigration, a government-introduced scheme incentivises a liberal New Yorker and her cynical Gen-Z son to take in a Honduran migrant with unforeseen consequences. Chaired by The Times Literary Editor Robbie Millen . There is a book signing after this event . Get ahead of your Festival reading and visit the Waterstones Cheltenham Literature Festival bookshop and support Cheltenham Festivals with every purchase.
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The HiveThe Hive, Montpellier Terrace , Cheltenham, GL50 1UL, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom
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When is Lionel Shriver?
Lionel Shriver takes place on Friday, 9 October 2026 at 14:00.
Where is Lionel Shriver taking place?
Lionel Shriver is held at The Hive in Cheltenham (The Hive, Montpellier Terrace , Cheltenham, GL50 1UL, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom).
How much are tickets for Lionel Shriver?
Tickets for Lionel Shriver are priced at £14. Live prices and availability are shown on cheltenhamfestivals.org.
Is there anywhere to stay near Lionel Shriver?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Hive can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Lionel Shriver?
Tickets for Lionel Shriver can be booked via cheltenhamfestivals.org using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Date
Until Friday, 9 October 2026
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The Hive, Montpellier Terrace , Cheltenham, GL50 1UL, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom
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