Literary Events in Nottingham
49 upcoming literary events
Nottingham’s literary heart beats with a unique rhythm, a blend of storied past and present-day creativity. From the hallowed halls of Nottingham Central Library to the intimate corners of Waterstones, and even the unexpected stages of venues like The Bodega Nottingham and Route One Sports Bar, you find a city that embraces words in all their forms. This is a place where classic tales resonate alongside new voices, where poetry slams echo and author talks draw engaged audiences. Nottingham’s literary landscape is shaped by its rich heritage and a community that actively participates, making it a rewarding destination for anyone who appreciates the power of the written word.
As of October 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 49 upcoming literary events in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, including 7 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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Author Event: Stephen Booth - Stapleford Library
📍 Stapleford Library
£3.00
Horror Book Club - October
📍 The Reading Room
£16.96
Adalyn Grace in Conversation with Francesca May - Nottingham
📍 Waterstones
£5.00 - £29.00
FREEStory and Writing club
📍 Vanclaron CIC (CHATS)
SOLD OUTAn Evening with Emily St. John Mandel - Nottingham
📍 Waterstones
Sold out at source
FREESci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club: There is Not Antimemetics Division - Nottingham
📍 Waterstones
An Evening with Charlotte B. Plumb - Nottingham
📍 Waterstones
£5.00 - £23.00
Author Event: Eve Makis, Where the Earth Holds Secrets - West Bridgford Library
📍 West Bridgford Library
£4.00
Meet Matt Willis: Book Signing - Nottingham
📍 Waterstones
£22.00
Author Event: Stephen Booth - Keyworth Library
📍 Keyworth Library
£3.00
SOLD OUTAn Evening with Dan Jones - Nottingham
📍 Waterstones
Sold out at source
An Evening with A.T. Emerald - Nottingham
📍 Waterstones
An Evening with A.T. Emerald - Nottingham
📍 Waterstones
£5.00 - £26.00
FREEKeepin' It Real: NF Book Club: The Finest Hotel in Kabul - Nottingham
📍 Waterstones
An Evening with A. K. Blakemore - Nottingham
📍 Waterstones
£5.00 - £24.00
Inherited stories with Sarah Howe
📍 New Art Exchange
Bad Betty Live, 16th October
📍 New Art Exchange
£7.21 - £16.96
POWER IN POETRY
📍 Djanogly Sherwood Academy
£13.70
SOLD OUTKids Fantasy Map Making
📍 The Reading Room
Sold out at source
FREEAn afternoon with Olia Hercules
📍 Nottingham Ukrainian Cultural Centre
FREEGraphic Novel Book Launch & InConversation with Chie Hosaka & Philippa Rice
📍 Nottingham Contemporary
An Evening with Jasper Fforde - Nottingham
📍 Waterstones
£5.00 - £29.00
FREEPints n’ Poets
📍 Barley Twist
FREETrick or Trent - A Halloween River Writing Workshop
📍 Art Deco Bandstand
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Literary Events in Nottingham — Complete Guide
Discover the vibrant literary scene in Nottingham with EventsList.co.uk's comprehensive event listings. Our platform aggregates literary events from across Nottingham, 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 Nottingham?
There are currently 49 upcoming literary events in Nottingham. 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 Nottingham?
Yes — 7 of the current literary listings in Nottingham are free to attend. Use the free events filter to see them all.
Where can I find literary events in Nottingham this weekend?
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How do I book tickets for literary events in Nottingham?
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How often are literary listings updated on EventsList?
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Literary Events in Nottingham — Your Complete Guide
Nottingham'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 Nottingham 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 Nottingham: 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, Nottingham'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 Nottingham-based literary prizes and competitions provide tangible goals to write towards.