DISSCOVER SATURDAY EVENTS

Saturday 2^nd May at DissCover

The Female Voice: Celebrating Women’s Writing

Our first day is devoted to the honesty and imagination of women writers. From sharp, witty explorations of modern life and relationships to heart-warming and thought-provoking tales of love, family, and self-discovery, the day offers a rich mix of styles and perspectives.

Stay all Day for only £35 (unwaged and under twenty-five £30)

Or just a morning, afternoon or evening for £15 (unwaged and under twenty-five £10) – see below for links.

Tickets from The Corn Hall Diss Box Office or online.

DissCover Saturday Morning

Stay all Day for only £35 (unwaged and under twenty-five £30)

Or just a morning, afternoon or evening for £15 (unwaged and under twenty-five £10) – see links below

Izzy Broom

IZZY BROOM

10:00 – 11:00.

Izzy is a bestselling author whose escapist novels transport readers to vivid settings all over the world.

Based in Suffolk, Izzy writes fiction that both charms and challenges. Her latest novel, The House of Hidden Letters, is set in both modern-day and WW2-era Greece.

She’ll be discussing how she gets inside the hearts and minds of her characters with Michael Bartlett. Izzy will be book signing at 12:45

Kate-Sawyer

KATE SAWYER

11:30 – 12:30.

Kate’s novels explore the complexities of navigating life’s difficulties with emotional insight.

She will be discussing her new novel Getting Away with Kate Weston. It charts the changes in one family over the course of a century of holidays, and follows This Family and the award-winning The Stranding.

Known for her beautifully observed characters and tender stories that linger in the mind. Kate will be book signing at 12:45

Stay all day OR spend the morning with Izzy Broom and Kate Sawyer for £15 (unwaged and under twenty-five £10).

DissCover Saturday Afternoon

Stay all Day for only £35 (unwaged and under twenty-five £30)

Or just a morning, afternoon or evening for £15 (unwaged and under twenty-five £10) – see links below

Lucy Vine

LUCY VINE

13:30 – 14:30.

Lucy is a bestselling British author known for her warm, funny contemporary fiction.

She will be discussing with Izzy Broom her comedy crime novel The Lottery Winner Widows Club, a twisty, darkly funny mystery about luck, friendship and starting over.

She’ll also talk about her upcoming June romcom Good For You, a laugh out loud story of love, life and second chances. Lucy will be book signing at 16:15

Jenni Keer

JENNI KEER

15:00 – 16:00.

Jenni is a bestselling British author celebrated for her historical romances.

Her most recent novel, The Peculiar Incident at Thistlewick House, promises intrigue, charm and suspense.

With her warm storytelling and richly imagined settings, Jenni, in conversation with Jackie Carreira, is sure to bring wit and insight to her festival appearance, delighting readers of all ages. Jenni will be book signing at 16:15

Stay all day OR spend the afternoon with Lucy Vine and Jenni Keer for £15 (unwaged and under twenty-five £10).

DissCover Saturday Evening

Stay all Day for only £35 (unwaged and under twenty-five £30)

Or just a morning, afternoon or evening for £15 (unwaged and under twenty-five £10) – see links below

Kate Weston

KATE WESTON

17:00 – 18:00.

Kate is a London-based author and former stand-up comedian, acclaimed for her witty, genre-blending fiction for young adults.

From Diary of a Confused Feminist to the YA Book Prize shortlisted Murder on a School Night, as well as her comic adult thrillers, Weston brings humour and insight to every story.

Expect laughs and sharp observations in conversation with Amy Wragg. Kate will be book signing at 19:45

Daisy Buchanan

DAISY BUCHANAN

18:30 – 19:30.

Daisy is an award‑winning journalist, broadcaster and bestselling author.

She’ll be discussing Read Yourself Happy, a warm, wise guide to the healing power of reading, packed with recommendations and author interviews. This session with Izzy Broom will make you feel excited about where words can take you.

Daisy will also discuss her novels, including Insatiable and Careering. Daisy will be book signing at 19:45

Stay all day OR spend the evening with Kate Weston and Daisy Buchanan for £15 (unwaged and under twenty-five £10).