We're hosting our very first Feel Good Fiction Fair: a cosy, community event, focused on celebrating diverse stories and feel-good fiction.

Every guests leaves with at least one free book!

All proceeds donated to North London Samaritans.

With guest authors: Dhonielle Clayton, Talia Hibbert, Elle Machray, Jasmine Burke, Tasneem Abdur-Rashid, Isabella Galbraith, Charlotte Stein, and Rufaro Faith Mazarura.

Ticket options:

Entry: Grants you admission to all parts of the event, including author signings.

+ Goodie Bag: Includes a goodie bag on arrival - all goodie bags include a surprise book.

+ Book Token (Early Bird Price): Includes one book of your choice from The Leading Lady Bookshop. Your token acts as a pre‑purchase and can be redeemed for any book at their stall on the day. Books will also be available to buy at full price (£10) during the event. Please note: the token is only valid at this event and cannot be used online.

Event Schedule:

11am: Doors Open

12:30-1pm: Author Panel A

1:15-1:45pm: Author Panel B

2-3:30pm: Author Signings

6pm: End of Event

Plus all-day crafts, games, activities & more:

Colouring Stations

Bookmark Bedazzling

Candle Painting

Spin the Wheel

Raffle (winners announced throughout the day)

Kindness Mail

Gratitude Tree

Book Swap (bring a used book, take a used book)

Quiet Area

The Leading Lady Bookshop stall (closes at 4pm)

Samaritans Listening Volunteers

Accessibility: The Southgate Club is a ground-floor venue but not fully step-free. We will be using the step-free entrance (via Crown Lane) and ramps will be in place inside for access to all parts of the event. There is an accessible toilet. Designated quiet zones will also be available.

Please reach out to us at NorthLondon.Fundraising@samaritans.org with any accessibility questions or concerns, we're more than happy to accommodate.

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