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Step back in time for a series of fascinating conversations. Authors includeYsenda Maxtone Graham, Jobs for the Girls; Estelle Paranque, Thorns, Lust and Glory and Simon Heffer, Sing As We Go. All 3 events will include an audience Q&A. After the event there will be an opportunity to get your book signed by the author. Tickets cost £14 per author or all three events for £36. Ticket also includes entry to the Tower and our Tea Room will be open for light lunches.

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Take the B1022 Colchester to Tiptree road and Layer Marney Tower will be signposted.

Essex Book Festival

Type:Festival

Layer Marney Tower, Colchester, Colchester, Essex, CO5 9US

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