- 17:00 – 18:00 – Hat Factory Arts Centre, Theatre
- Event Tickets: £4 / free carer ticket for those with accessibility needs
- Online live-streaming of event: Free – pre booking required
- 16+
This author event with Eva Verde discussing her novel In Bloom provides a chance to connect with a powerful story about family, identity, and self-discovery. Known for her authentic and emotionally resonant writing, Eva Verde delves into the complexities of mother-daughter relationships, class, and belonging. Her event offers not only a deeper understanding of the novel’s themes but also personal insights into her own experiences and inspiration behind the story. Whether you’re a fan of contemporary fiction or interested in discussions about personal growth and resilience, this event promises to be heartfelt and inspiring.
Eva Verde is a writer from East London. Identity, class and female rage are recurring themes throughout her work and her debut novel Lives Like Mine, is published by Simon and Schuster. Eva’s love song to libraries, I Am Not Your Tituba forms part of Kit De Waal’s Common People: An Anthology of Working-Class Writers. Her words have featured in Marie Claire, Grazia, Elle and The Big Issue, also penning the new foreword for the international bestselling author Jackie Collins Goddess of Vengeance. Eva lives in Essex with her husband, children and dog.
Imrana Mahmood: Creative producer, presenter of The Book Club Show on Inspire FM and founder of Dar Aminah Book Club, will be talking to Eva Verde, and will facilitate a Q&A session with the audience.
Trigger warning: One of the characters is in an abusive relationship
Please note, this event will be live streamed. Members of the audience may appear or be heard on the live stream if participating in the event on stage or taking part in Q&As. Backs of heads may also be visible on the live stream, depending on where people are sat in the Theatre. Tickets are purchased on the understanding and agreement that you may appear on the live stream and future broadcasts of the event.
This event is part of the Luton Literature Book Festival https://www.culturetrust.com/whats-on/luton-literature-book-festival
The Luton Literature Book Festival’s Adult Authors Programme is sponsored by Chestnut Green Accountants.
Funded by: Arts Council and Love Luton.
