Afternoon events, Books

The Olympic medal-winning triathletes will discuss their success and sign copies of their joint autobiography, Swim, Bike, Run.

Tudor historian, author and MP Chris Skidmore discuss and signs copies of his new publication, Bosworth.

Dawn O'Porter signs copies of her new book, Paper Aeroplanes.

The author signs copies of his book A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To Heaven.

Karen Cochrane offers an illustrated look at the origins of knitting and how the styles have changed through the ages and around the world.

Regular role-playing night.

The author signs copies of cult novel World War Z, and the companion Zombie Survival Guide.

Performance space featuring comedy, music and spoken word.

The artist discusses her work in the exhibition 30 Years Of The Red Hen Press.

A chance to gain professional advice and tips on improving an existing CV.

Local author Susi Osborne launches her second novel and signs copies.

The ceramicist discusses his exhibition which interprets the symbolism of funeral rituals across the world.

The children's author signs copies of her book Coco Caramel, part of her Chocolate Box Girls series aimed at teenagers.

Fletcher talks about his latest adventure book, and delves into his time working in film and TV. Ages 9+.

The Limerick-based author signs copies of fantasy series, Zom-B.

A look at life in York (then known as Eboracum) under the Romans, which became one of the leading cities in their empire.

A mini Antiques Roadshow by the antiques expert who has graced the BBC's television and radio programmes for over 20 years. Illustrated with slides and anecdotal reminiscences.

Dave Hunt, the Chair of the Claro Community Archaeology Group, gives an illustrated talk about their project uncovering the archaeology of the village.

Roger Osborne launches his book, Iron, Steam and Money, The Making of the Industrial Revolution, offering a fresh look at the decades when British ingenuity and technological innovation changed the course of human history and ushered in the modern world.

The popular American author and son of novelists Stephen and Tabitha King discusses his latest thriller novel, Nos4r2, and signs copies of his work.

Informal meet-up and sharing of work for writers, followed by a pint or two, every Sunday.

Become part of a poetry-writing collective in this eight-day celebration of the art of Renga. These Japanese linked verses were traditionally composed by groups of poets passing lines from one to another. For the London Literature Festival, poet James Wilkes leads a series of free lunchtime workshops that update…

A look at crimes that were committed in the 18th century and the extreme methods that were used to punish and deter.