Keep updated on our news & features

September 2021: Currently Reading

Each month we will share what the DBF team are currently reading. We'd love to hear your thoughts via our social media channels.

Derby Book Festival presents their latest publication: Life On Hold: Young People in Lockdown

Read the latest update from the Festival's Shared Writing community programme

First tickets on sale for Derby Book Festival’s Autumn Edition

You can now buy tickets to see Pam Ayres live at Derby Theatre

August 2021: Currently Reading

Each month we will share what the DBF team are currently reading. We'd love to hear your thoughts via our social media channels.

Winner of Derby Children's Picture Book Award 2021

Derby Book Festival has announced the winner of this year's Derby Children’s Picture Book Award 2021.

All tickets now on sale for 2021 Festival

You can now buy tickets for all Festival events

Derby Book Festival Event Listings

See below for a full list of events taking place at this year's Derby Book Festival

First tickets on sale at Derby Theatre for Derby Book Festival events

Our March Book Quiz

Here's our latest monthly Book Quiz. Ten rounds of ten questions. Have fun!