Off the Shelf has grown into one of the largest literary festivals in the UK, attracting some of the best-known names in literature and media to Sheffield each year. The festival programme is wide-ranging and offers over 200 events for all ages.
The festival runs from 8 – 29 October at venues across the city with a variety of events for all age groups. Upcoming events include:
Magical Books – Saturday 7 October, 1–4pm
Calling witches, wizards and magical creatures of all ages! Hop on your broomsticks, flying carpets or dragons and join us for a free and spellbinding afternoon celebrating magical books of all kinds. Find out more.
Reaching New Heights: Andy Cave – Sunday 8 October, 7.30pm
Hear the British mountaineer talk about his inspiring adventures in Patagonia, Alaska, the Himalayas and beyond. Book now.
One for the Road: Stuart Maconie and Helen Mort – Thursday 12 October, 8pm
Acclaimed Sheffield poet Helen Mort and BBC Radio 6 Music presenter and author Stuart Maconie have compiled an anthology of contemporary poems creating everyone’s ideal pub crawl. Sup up and enjoy a true literary bar-hop. Book now.
Lighting the Furnace: Sir Hugh Sykes – Friday 13 October, 6pm
In 1972, Sir Hugh Sykes bought his first company – a near-bankrupt Sheffield furnace. By the mid-1980s, his portfolio was valued at millions. Hear Sir Hugh talk candidly about his inspirational journey. Book now.
Lee Child – Friday 13 October, 7.30pm
Lee Child is one of the world’s leading thriller writers, whose books regularly feature at the number one slot worldwide. Hear him talk about his creative process and bestsellers. Book now.
Visit www.offtheshelf.org.uk for a full programme and further details.