
Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of words and wonder as the London Southbank Centre unveils its much-anticipated Spring Literature Season for 2025. Running from February to June, this season promises a vibrant array of events featuring both local and international literary talents. The season includes:
Nnedi Okorafor: Death of the Author
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable evening with acclaimed science-fiction author Nnedi Okorafor. Known for her works like Binti and her collaboration on Black Panther, Okorafor will present her latest novel, Death of the Author. This captivating narrative explores themes of family, culture, and the intriguing dynamics between writer and author, all with a futuristic twist involving robots. Join her on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at 7:45 PM in the Purcell Room. Tickets are priced at £15, and the event suits ages 16 and up.
Poetry London Spring Readings
Celebrate the launch of the Spring issue of Poetry London with an evening of poetic brilliance. The Poetry London Spring Readings will take place on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at 7:15 PM in the Level 5 Function Room. For just £12, attendees aged 16 and above can enjoy extended readings from the latest issue’s contributors, alongside insightful reflections from the editors. Esteemed speakers include Daljit Nagra, Vidyan Ravinthiran, Vona Groarke, and Tom Bailey.
For a complete listing of events and further details, visit the Southbank Centre website. Don’t miss out on this literary feast that promises to enlighten and inspire!