A special opportunity to get your hands on early copies of some of the most exciting new novels of 2026: Main Characters by Bobby Palmer & Laura Clark is Away from her Desk by Helen Russell.
In Main Characters, two people are falling in love – and it’s blindingly obvious to everyone but them. A modern love story, told entirely from the perspective of those around the couple involved. Laura Clark is Away from her Desk is the perfect novel for our times: a stressed mother, with ageing parents, and a workload she cannot keep up with, who one day decides to quit: her job, her home, her responsibilities. What is she when she’s untethered?
Attendees will each receive special proof copies of the novels to take home.
Chaired by Liv Chapman
Presented in partnership with Headline Publishers
On Main Characters – “Moving, funny, wise and beautifully written. I love the idea of people’s lives crossing over, the impressions we get from what we see and hear. I was so invested in the characters. If you love a smart, poignant, funny, gripping book, you will love this. I cannot recommend it enough.” – Joanna Cannon
On Laura Clark is Away from her Desk – “SO witty, so entertaining, yet so moving. Countless women will identify with Laura Clark. I loved it so much!” – Marian Keyes
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