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Derby Book Festival announces Flash Fiction competition winners

Read this winning Flash Fiction entries on the theme of 'Spring'

Take a peek at our programme

Tickets go on general sale April 15

February 2024: Currently Reading

Have you read any of our featured books this month?

We have a new Chair of Trustees

We are delighted to announce the appointment of our new Chair of Trustees: Professor Keith McLay.

Currently Reading: January 2024

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Shortlist announced for Derby Children’s Picture Book Award

You can now book tickets for our Spring Collection

December 2023: Currently Reading

Have you read any of our featured books this month?

2024 Children's Picture Book Award - The Longlist

The Longlisted books for Derby Children's Picture Book Award 2024