DissCover Saturday (Day)
Venue: The Corn Hall
Saturday 2nd 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.
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
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.
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
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 Carriera, is sure to bring wit and insight to
her festival appearance, delighting readers of all ages. Jenni will be
book signing at 16:15.
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
18:30 – 19:30 Daisy is an awardwinning 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.
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