- 15:15 – 16:15 – 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
This author event with Michael Stewart discussing his book Black Wood Women offers a chance to explore a captivating reimagining of folklore and mythology. Michael Stewart is known for his compelling storytelling and vivid character development, and in Black Wood Women, he brings to life the voices of forgotten or marginalised female figures.
Enjoy an engaging discussion on themes of power, myth, and gender, as well as insights into his creative process and research. Whether you’re drawn to folklore, historical fiction, or feminist perspectives, this event offers rich literary exploration and thoughtful conversation, led by
Imrana Mahmood: Creative producer, presenter of The Book Club Show on Inspire FM and founder of Dar Aminah Book Club. Imrana will be talking to Michael Stewart and will facilitate a Q&A session with the audience.
Reviews
‘Visceral, twisting, propulsive – Black Wood Women begs to be devoured’ – Stacey Halls
‘Complex and heartbreaking, a liminal thing that burns with the heat haze of history and fiction meeting… Stewart’s Black Wood Women is an utterly compelling read’ – A.G. Slatter
”’An astonishing novel” – The Independent
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.
The Luton Literature Book Festival’s Adult Authors Programme is sponsored by Chestnut Green Accountants. Funded by: Arts Council and Love Luton.
