Literary Events in London
147 upcoming literary events
London breathes literature into its very streets. From historic bookshops echoing with turning pages to grand halls hosting acclaimed speakers, the city offers a rich tapestry of literary engagement. Discover readings nestled in cosy corners, panel discussions at established cultural centres, and author talks across diverse London neighbourhoods. Whether you are drawn to poetry slams, academic deep dives, or simply want to browse through centuries of printed word, there is an event awaiting. The capital’s commitment to the written arts means that literary life unfolds consistently, drawing in readers and creators alike throughout Greater London.
As of August 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 147 upcoming literary events in London, Greater London, including 12 free to attend. Each listing is updated three times daily from verified UK ticketing sources and includes the date, venue, price and a direct booking link.
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FREEStratford Library - Intergenerational Music & Movement with Songs & Smiles
📍 Stratford Library
FREECelebrating Tagore – Down the Memory Lane
📍 The Nehru Centre
Jon Woolcott: The Tattooed Hills
📍 Stanfords
£8.00 - £19.99
FREEBook Launch | Travellers in the Golden Realm
📍 Dar Al Taqwa
Classics Book Club - with Henry Eliot - Hatchards, Piccadilly
📍 Hatchards
£5.00 - £10.00
FREEChener Book Club: To Rest Our Minds and Bodies by Harriet Armstrong
📍 The Round - Peckham Rye
An Evening with Anthony Gardner - Putney
📍 Waterstones
£8.00 - £12.00
Petals & Portals Book Club - Chiswick
📍 Waterstones
£5.00
Gift voucher · 12 months to book
The London Literary Pub Tour for Two
📍 Charlotte Street
From £49
'Write A Complete Story' Creative Writing Workshop - London Bridge SE1
📍 John Harvard Library, Borough
£42.96 - £47.00
FREEWell Read Reading Group
FREEsenakirfa A. and Dark Reading Group
📍 Raven Row
FREEPoetry Festival
📍 SOAS Gallery
Book Club | Book Swap Picnic
📍 Holland Park (close to the Lord Holland Statue)
£9.38 - £16.96
FREEQueer Book Club
📍 London LGBTQ+ Community Centre
FREELit Club: First London Book Club Meeting
📍 The Regent's Park
FREEFeminist Reading Group
📍 SET Social
Romantasy Reading Group
📍 Brompton Library
£0.00
Seaside Storytelling Adventure
📍 Fulham Pier
£5
Crime and Fictional Punishment Book Club
📍 Waterstones
£5.00
An Evening with Jonathan Black - Trafalgar Sq
📍 Waterstones
£6.00 - £28.00
FREEPen to Print: SRC - Dance and Storytelling with Wee Movers
📍 Barking Learning Centre
FREEWee Movers Dance and Storytelling Sessions at Lea Bridge Library
📍 Lea Bridge Library
Summer Issue Launch - London
📍 Housmans Bookshop
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Literary Events in London — Complete Guide
Discover the vibrant literary scene in London with EventsList.co.uk's comprehensive event listings. Our platform aggregates literary events from across London, providing you with detailed information including venue details, ticket prices, and direct booking links.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many literary events are on in London?
There are currently 140+ upcoming literary events in London. New events are added daily — check back regularly or browse by date to find the best upcoming literary in the city.
Are there free literary events in London?
Yes — 12 of the current literary listings in London are free to attend. Use the free events filter to see them all.
Where can I find literary events in London this weekend?
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How often are literary listings updated on EventsList?
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Literary Events in London — Your Complete Guide
London's literary scene is a rich, year-round tapestry of book clubs, author events, poetry nights, writing workshops, literary festivals, and storytelling sessions that reflect the depth of the city's creative writing culture.
Author events in London range from intimate bookshop readings to ticketed talks at major venues, and the city benefits from a strong relationship with some of the UK's most celebrated writers who call it home. Publisher launch events, long-form literary conversations, and book club tie-in discussions with authors all feature regularly in the city's literary calendar.
Poetry thrives in London: open mic poetry nights, slam competitions, dedicated poetry festivals and community writing groups give both emerging and established poets a platform and an audience. Spoken word — which blends poetry, performance, storytelling and social commentary — has deep roots in the city and continues to attract new voices.
For aspiring writers, London's workshop programme is outstanding. Courses and sessions in short fiction, novel-writing, screenwriting, personal essay, playwriting and poetry are offered by independent tutors, writing organisations and literary centres throughout the year. Many are open to absolute beginners, and several London-based literary prizes and competitions provide tangible goals to write towards.