Talks

Join Viv Groskop as she discusses her latest work, "One Ukrainian Summer" with acclaimed chef Olia Hercules.Autumn 1993. The former USSR. Viv is about to turn 21 and is on a study year abroad, supposedly immersed in the language, history and politics of a world that has just ceased to exist: the Soviet Union.Instead, she … Continue reading "Viv Groskop and Olia Hercules: One Ukrainian Summer"

Join Broadcaster, Director and Journalist Lindley Gooden as he introduces his new book: The Future Of TruthWe need to talk.It's all so very human. We're perfectly attuned to absorb information packed tightly into the stories that we share. It’s just our thing. Stories have been the warm embrace holding small groups of people together for … Continue reading "Lindley Gooden Introduces: The Future Of Truth"

Iain Sinclair with John Rogers discuss Iain's latest work: Pariah Genius.In Pariah Genius, literary giant Iain Sinclair follows in the footsteps of photographer John Deakin, whose chronicles of Soho life - and the world of Francis Bacon and his friends - have so influenced our perception of that generation's work.In this bold fictionalisation, Sinclair enters … Continue reading "Iain Sinclair and John Rogers: Pariah Genius"

Join acclaimed author Salena Godden for a night of stunning poetry and more...With Love, Grief and Fury contains love poems, for people and the planet; grief poems brimming with compassion, sharing tears and mourning what was and contemplating what could be; and poems of fire and fury that will kick some ass, tell the truth … Continue reading "An Evening with Salena Godden: With Love, Grief and Fury"

Join author and cycling advocate Laura Laker as she discusses her brand new book: Potholes and Pavements'Just wonderful – two wheels good, Laura Laker brilliant. Part travel diary, part love poem to Britain's cycle network ... it's difficult not to be inspired by this fabulous book.' Jeremy Vine'With a passion for both cycling and words, … Continue reading "Laura Laker: Potholes and Pavements"

A fascinating and moving documentary screening and Q&A with Robin InceOrigins of a Bibliomaniac - A Special Event with Robin Ince.Join us for a screening of 'Origins of a Bibliomaniac', a 60 minute documentary film about Robin and his late father’s book obsession. Much of this heartwarming and often hilarious film was shot the week … Continue reading "Robin Ince: Film Screening – The Origins of a Bibliomaniac"

Join Baroness Chakrabarti in conversation with Rosie Boycott as she discusses her latest book : "Human Rights The case for the Defence".A powerful and urgent explanation and vindication of our human rights and freedomsAfter the devastation of World War Two, the international community came together to enshrine fundamental rights to refuge, health, education and living … Continue reading "Shami Chakrabarti: Human Rights:The Case for the Defence with Rosie Boycott"

Join us for hottest New Orleans style funk, blues and soul live with Roy Pfeffer and the Big Smoke Family Trio"This Band Is The Bomb!"-Booker T Jones"Nola-Tastic"- The New Mastersounds"The Kings Of New Orleans In London"- Continental DriftsThe Big Smoke Family Trio with Roy PfefferRoy is a London-based session drummer, band leader, and producer, renowned … Continue reading "A Hot Nola Night with the Big Smoke Family Trio"

Join MIchael Rosen for a unique poetry experienceA unique chance to listen, create and perform with Michael Rosen.In this one of a kind evening Michael will read from his new collection of poems "Pebbles".Michael Rosen has been, for many years, a prodigious and prolific user of Twitter (now known as 'Eggs'). Unlike the armies of … Continue reading "Michael Rosen: Pebbles"

Join an incredible line up of musicians for another celebration of the Hammond!Join us for an incredible night celebrating one of the most iconic instruments in the history of modern music, the Hammond Organ.This all star band is made up of some of the greatest session musicians in the business. Just look at their CV.The … Continue reading "Hammond Nights! The Return"

Join the combined genius of John Crace and Jessica Elgot as they discuss John's latest book, Taking the Lead: A Dog In Number 10DOORS FROM 6PM TALK STARTS AT 7.30PMFrom the ingeniously quick-witted John Crace comes a satirical memoir from the eyes of his beloved dog, Herbie. And as a Westminster veteran, boy does he … Continue reading "John Crace & Jessica Elgot: Taking the Lead"

Joined acclaimed US music writer and critic Seth Rogovoy as he discusses is brilliant new book on George HarrisonHow did the most reluctant member of the Fab Four put his mark on all of their music? Within You Without You is a highly personal exploration of George Harrison's essential contributions to the Beatles and his … Continue reading "Seth Rogovoy: Within You Without You. Listening to George Harrison"