Get ready to kick off the holiday season in a magical way. The Book Babes Take Christmas signing event is returning 28th November 2026.

It’s official… Book Babes are back!

Get ready to kick off the holiday season in the most magical way. The Book Babes Take Christmas signing event is returning on Saturday 28th November 2026 and making its merry home in the beautiful, historic city of Chester at a fabulous venue The Queen of Chester Hotel which is the perfect backdrop for celebrating a love of stories while fully embracing the sparkle of the Yuletide season.

This year, the event is being led by a new, experienced, and slightly crazy team - a passionate group dedicated to bringing fresh energy, unforgettable moments, and a whole lot of festive fun to every part of the experience.

But don’t worry… J Thompson is still at the reins, she’s just brought some friends along for the sleigh ride!

The book signing is a perfect chance to come and visit both beloved and emerging authors from multiple genres such as romance, fantasy, mystery, paranormal and more, who will gather in Chester’s holiday glow for an extraordinary celebration of books, community, and Christmas spirit. Alongside them, a wonderful selection of vendors will be offering unique gifts, bookish treasures, and seasonal must-haves, giving you the perfect chance to jump-start your Christmas shopping in true festive style.

More exciting details will be revealed the closer we get to the event, but one thing is certain. This is a one-of-a-kind, joy-filled event you absolutely won’t want to miss.

The event will consist of a booksigning from 10am until 4pm followed by a private Xmas party in the evening from 7pm until midnight, including welcome drink, hot buffet including freeflowing wine and beer, disco and some other festive shenanigans!!!!. Dress code in the evening will simply be festive and you can be as formal or informal as you want. We are expecting a lot of xmas PJ's and onesies!!!

Mark your calendars and grab your tickets because Book Babes are back, Chester is ready, and Christmas just got a whole lot more magical.

HO HO HO

J Thompson xx

ATTENDING AUTHORS

A Ravensbrook - EVENT SPONSOR

Amy Davies - EVENT SPONSOR

Annalee Adams

Ava M Rose

C.J. Laurence - EVENT SPONSOR

Cassidey Reyne

Elle M Thomas

Erin Coal - EVENT SPONSOR

Heather G Harris

J Thompson

J.A. Belfield

Jan Foster

K J Ellis

KC Kean - EVENT SPONSOR

Kelly Lord - EVENT SPONSOR

Kenzo Ash

Kimber Stone - EVENT SPONSOR

KM Morgan

Liz Cain - EVENT SPONSOR

LM Morgan

Lisa Helen Grey

Louisa Mae

Lilliana O'Neill - Event Sponsor

Madelynne Ellis

Maggie Brown

Megan James

Melissa Huxley - EVENT SPONSOR

N.O.One

Nicky Priest

S. Allum

Stephanie Marie

Tammy Bradley - EVENT SPONSOR

Tracey Delaney

ATTENDING VENDORS

A Throne of Books

BookbestiesUK

Fae Candle Co - Event Sponsor

Get The Book Out

Jaded Library

Krorroskos Designs

Melts By Maxine

Midgard Crafting

EVENT PHOTOGRAPHER - Chris Brudenell

PLEASE NOTE AUTHOR AND VENDOR LINE-UP CAN CHANGE AT ANY TIME LEADING UP TO THE EVENT.

We wil keep this list up to date at all times.

keep up to date with all the event gossip and news in our facebook group.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1849720828643015

We are also delighted to announce that the event will be helping raise funds for a very worthwhile charity. Gracy May's Dream a Little Dream. Supporting local charities that support children with cancer. We will be donating some proceeds from our ticket sales plus holding a tombola during the signing and there will be a toy drop station where all donations will go dorect to the children that need them most.

We also wish to donate a small percentage to Cancer Research UK in recognition of everyone affected by cancer.

Description supplied by the event organiser.