Simply Books

11/09/2026

For anyone who loves a bit of yearning…

Six books packed with longing, tension, impossible timing and feelings that refuse to stay quiet.

Which one are you choosing first?

10/09/2026

09/09/2026

Introducing your host for Rick Wakeman, the one and only CLINT BOON.

​Join musician Rick Wakeman, one of the most gifted keyboard players of his generation, for an evening of stories.

Celebrating the publication of his autobiography, The Wizard of Prog, he’ll be in conversation with Clint Boon, reflecting on stories included in this release, and discussing his once-in-a-generation career.

https://luma.com/Rickw

08/09/2026

Join us for an evening of inspiration and laughter as we celebrate bestselling writer Donna Ashworth’s latest collection of poems, The Art of Being Easily Pleased.

​She’ll be in conversation with a leading host, discussing her career and prior works, alongside the development of this highly anticipated release. Afterwards, Donna will be taking questions from the audience.

​Every ticket comes with a copy of The Art of Being Easily Pleased, that Donna will sign and dedicate on the day.

Join us for an evening of inspiration and laughter as we celebrate bestselling writer Donna Ashworth's latest collection of poems, The Art of Being Easily…

08/09/2026

An evening with Gordon Brown and Frank Cottrell-Boyce 📚

A few moments from a brilliant evening at New Century, as former Prime Minister Gordon Brown joined Frank Cottrell-Boyce to discuss his new book, The Future Starts with Us.

We were also delighted to welcome Ann Cleeves to the stage for a special appearance during the evening.

A huge thank you to Gordon, Frank, Ann and everyone who joined us for such a memorable event.

07/09/2026

Join novelists James Ellson and Andrew Lowe for a one-night-only celebration of locally-based crime fiction.

​James and Andrew will be in conversation, discussing their highly successful series, set respectively in Greater Manchester, and the Peak District. James will be discussing his latest novel, The Rule of Threes, the most recent entry in the DCI Castle series. Andrew will be exploring Blood Never Sleeps, a thrilling new chapter in his Jake Sawyer series.

​Hosted by co-owner Karen, join us for an evening of crime stories!

https://luma.com/EllsonLowe

03/09/2026

Join two beloved romance authors for an evening of celebration.

​You’ll join Cathy Bramley, for a discussion on her upcoming book, Not Just for Christmas. She’ll be in conversation with Suzan Holder, author of What Would Dolly Do.

​Together, they’ll be exploring the behind-the-scenes of this heartwarming release and what makes their stories so readable.

https://luma.com/CathyB

02/09/2026

Meet Miriam Margolyes, beloved veteran of the stage and screen, for an exclusive signing of her brand new book, Miriam’s Full English.

​In Miriam’s Full English, she turns her documentary-maker’s eye on her own backyard. After exploring the rest of the world through her much-loved BBC series, she’s bringing her trademark wit to get to the heart of what is up with not just England but Scotland, Wales and Ireland too.

​Every ticket comes with a hardback copy of Miriam’s Full English, which Miriam will sign and dedicate on the day.

https://luma.com/MiriamMargoyles

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01/09/2026

Can Matt guess the literary character on his head? 👀📚

He can only ask yes or no questions, and this time he’s trying to work out Jo March from Little Women.

How quickly would you have got it?

01/09/2026

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