3:30 Panel: Toxic Traits and Red Flags

Join novelists, Hattie Williams, Essie Fox and Clare Leslie Hall for an exploration of love on the page, with Stu Cummins.

Beyond the Book Festival is returning to the Brighton Fringe Festival, celebrating the power of stories in all their forms. Set in the heart of Brighton, Beyond the Book Festival offers something for everyone — from passionate book lovers to curious newcomers. Our mission is to go further than the traditional book festival format, creating an inclusive and accessible space that celebrates creativity, diversity, and the joy of storytelling. As part of the Brighton Fringe, Beyond the Book Festival is a chance to discover new voices, engage with established talent, and share in unforgettable moments that go beyond the page.

Hattie Williams in conversation with Dana Morris to discuss her debut novel, Bitter Sweet. Tickets are £5.

Join us for a bookish evening of conversation with Hattie Williams to celebrate the paperback release of her stunning debut novel Bitter Sweet. Tickets are £8.

1:50 London Stage

Panel: The Secrets that break, bind and build us

Clare Leslie Hall (Broken Country) and Hattie Williams (Bitter Sweet) in conversation with Jennie Godfrey (The List of Suspicious Things, The BBQ at Number 9) about writing stories that stay with you after the last page has been turned.