Now in its sixth year, the festival invites you to explore what literature means to us today. The Festival features established and emerging voices of Lewisham, South East London and beyond. Writers and artists taking part this year include Kate Briggs, Jimi Famurewa, Erica Hesketh, Sarah Howe, Jarred McGinnis, Derek Owusu, Leone Ross and Francis Spufford, amongst many others.

With over 30 events programmed, there’s something for everyone: workshops and talks for aspiring writers and curious readers; interactive activities for children and families; a showcase from our Poetics Lab cohort of emerging young poets; a Festival Marketplace; live performances, readings and so much more.

Deptford Literature Festival is run by London Writers Centre and creative producer Tom MacAndrew, with support from Arts Council England, Deptford Lounge, Lewisham Libraries and the Albany. The festival is part of our ongoing campaign to make Lewisham the UK’s first Borough of Literature.

Explore the full programme here