Brian Bilston
The Leadmill 6 Leadmill Rd, Sheffield, United KingdomBrian Bilston has been described as the Banksy of poetry and Twitter’s unofficial Poet Laureate; with over 200,000 followers on social media, Brian has become truly beloved by the online community.His first collection of poetry, You Took the Last Bus Home, was published by Unbound. Diary of a Somebody (Picador) was shortlisted for the Costa First […]
A to Z of TDR – Launch Party with The Designers Republic™ and Ian Anderson
Hideaway 61 Eyre Lane, Sheffield, United KingdomThe Designers Republic™ bring it home! Join us to celebrate three decades of trail-blazing Sheffield graphic design studio with their new monograph ‘A to Z of The Designers Republic™’; the first book to tell the whole story of this hugely influential design agency. Ian Anderson (founder of The Designers Republic™) will be in conversation with Craig Oldham […]
Sports Banger: Lifestyles of the poor, rich and famous’ Book Tour
Mondo Club 7 Smithfield, Sheffield, United KingdomWe’re honoured to be supporting the Sheffield leg of @sportsbanger ‘Lifestyles of the poor, rich and famous’ book tour, on the 9th of Nov.The book tells the story of the brand's evolution from a bootlegging operation back in 2013, to an internationally renowned DIY fashion powerhouse and record label.Daniel Dylan Wray will host a talk with the […]
The Stirrings: A Memoir in Northern Time
Carpenter Room, Central Library Surrey Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United KingdomThis is a story about one young woman coming of age, and about the place and time that shaped her: Sheffield in the 1970s and 80s.
Politics and Organisation After the Protest Decade
Politics and Organisation After the Protest Decade: Vincent Bevins and Rodrigo Nunes in ConversationLOCATION: Lecture Theatre 6 (lower ground floor), The Diamond, 32 Leavygreave Rd, Sheffield S3 7RDWHEN: 6pm, Wednesday 21 February 2024 (with drinks reception from 7.30-8.30pm)From 2010 to 2020, more people participated in protests than at any other point in human history. But […]
The Island of Missing Trees – Sheffield Feminist Book Club
Join us for an exciting in-person book club!Get ready to dive into an evening discussing 'The Island of Missing Trees' by Elif Shafak, share your thoughts on the book, and connect with likeminded individuals!Whether you're an avid reader or just starting your literary journey, this event is perfect for everyone. Immerse yourself in lively discussions, […]
Kris Butler: Drink Maps in Victorian Britain
At The Crow Inn, S3 7BS“This is the story of drink maps, and it’s probably not what you think”Join us at The Crow Inn - owners of Sheffield's last remaining Victorian Drink Map - to hear Kris Butler, and a fascinating exploration of the history of alcohol in Victorian Britain via the ‘drink maps’ that […]
Claire Carroll with Daisy Hildyard: The Unreliable Nature Writer
At La BibliotekaJoin us during Indie Bookshop Week at La Biblioteka as we delve into the complex relationships between humans and nature in the face of shifting climates and other global crises. We are thrilled to host debut author Claire Carroll in conversation with renowned author Daisy Hildyard for a compelling discussion that promises to […]
And Other Stories Summer Party
🎉On Tuesday, 13 August, the annual summer celebration of And Other Stories arrives at La Biblioteka, welcoming writers Andrzej Tichý and Tim Etchells. Tichý will read from his acclaimed debut collection of stories, Purity, translated from Swedish by Nichola Smalley, which And Other Stories just published. Etchells will also be reading from new work.Copies of […]
Sheffield Feminist Book Club: August author special with Caroline Magennis
La Biblioteka Leah's Yard, Cambridge Street, Sheffield, United KingdomAugust's author eventJoin us for our latest author event, where we'll sit down with Caroline Magennis, to discuss her fantastic book Harpy: A Childfree Manifesto on Wednesday 14 August, 7-9:00 pm at La Biblioteka, Sheffield.Bits to remember:This event is open to all and you'll get an opportunity to ask Caroline questions, get your book signed and meet […]
Book Launch – Linda Stewart-Pitts: The World Student Games, Sheffield 1991
at La Biblioteka, Leah's YardJoin us for a nostalgic journey back to the 1991 World Student Games in Sheffield.Linda Pitts' new photobook, The World Student Games Sheffield 1991, by Cafe Royal Books offers a captivating glimpse into this historic sporting event. Rediscover the athletes, the locations, and the lasting impact the games - which came […]
DADADA Zine presents Pete Dale (solo, live)
At La BibliotekaWe're incredibly excited to be hosting DADADA Zine, which will present a pre-matinee solo performance by Pete Dale, of Milky Wimpshake and Knitting Circle fame, fresh from playing Hallamshire House the night before.This will be an incredibly intimate, acoustic all-ages gig. Appropriately, coffee and bakery treats from Meersbrook's finest bakery I Said Bread […]