DissCover Sunday Morning: Matt Gaw and Simon Barnes
Venue: The Corn Hall
Sunday 3rd May at DissCover: 10:00 - 12:30
Big Sky Writing
Celebrating East Anglian Nature Writing
These authors explore the natural world with curiosity, insight and wonder. From observing seasons
and landscapes to uncovering the secrets of birds, bats and insects, their work combines storytelling,
science and lived experience — perfect for readers who enjoy immersive, thoughtful nature writing.
Matt Gaw
10:00 – 11:00
Matt is an award-winning nature writer and editor, known for his
lyrical explorations of the natural world.
In conversation with Izzy Broom, he will be discussing his latest
book, In All Weathers, which examines seasons, resilience, and
finding meaning year-round through observation, storytelling, and
lived experience.
Matt will be book signing at 12:45.
Simon Barnes
11:30 – 12:30
Simon is an acclaimed writer and naturalist. He will be talking about
his new book How to Fly.
He will be sharing his findings on birds, bats, insects and human
flight, blending science, history and wonder. Join him for stories,
insight and inspiration about this latest book and his previous
publications in a talk not to be missed.
Simon will be book signing at
12:45.
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