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Showing posts with label book festival. Show all posts
Showing posts with label book festival. Show all posts

Friday, 2 January 2026

An Open Invitation to Authors and Publishers. Free Publicity on That's Books and More

Yes. Free Publicity on That’s Books and More.

At That’s Books and More, we believe passionately in the power of books — not just the big-name bestsellers, but the debut novels, the quietly brilliant non-fiction, the poetry collections, the niche histories, and the lovingly self-published works that deserve to be discovered.

That’s why we’re extending an open invitation to authors, self-publishers, independent presses, and established publishing houses alike to use That’s Books and More as a platform for free publicity.

Why We’re Doing This

The publishing world is more crowded than ever. Getting noticed can be difficult, expensive, and frustrating, especially for new authors and smaller publishers without large marketing budgets. 

At the same time, readers are hungry for fresh voices, untold stories, and books that don’t always get front-page treatment elsewhere.

That’s Books and More exists to bridge that gap.

Our aim is simple:

to connect books with readers who genuinely love discovering them.

What We Can Offer

We’re happy to feature your work in a variety of ways, including:

Book spotlights – introductions to new or recent releases

Author features – background, inspiration, and writing journeys

Extracts – short samples to entice readers

Interviews and Q&As – ideal for blog tours and launches

Publisher showcases – highlighting catalogues, imprints, or themed releases

There is no charge for inclusion. No hidden fees. No obligation.

Who This Is For

We welcome submissions from:

First-time and debut authors

Self-published and indie authors

Small and independent publishing houses

Larger publishers seeking broader organic exposure

Writers across all genres — fiction and non-fiction alike

If it’s a book you’re proud of, we’re interested in hearing about it.

Why Feature on That’s Books and More?

A book-focused readership actively looking for recommendations

Evergreen blog content that continues to attract readers over time

SEO-friendly posts designed for discoverability

A genuine enthusiasm for books, not pay-to-play promotion

We see this as a collaboration, not an advertisement.

How to Get Involved

If you’d like your book or catalogue featured, simply get in touch with:

A brief description of the book or project

Publication details (release date, format, ISBN if available)

Any press material you already have (optional)

We’ll take it from there and work with you to create something that does your work justice.

Let’s Celebrate Books Together

Great books deserve to be talked about — and not just the ones with the biggest marketing budgets.

If you’re an author or publisher looking for honest, enthusiastic, free exposure, That’s Books and More would be delighted to work with you.

Let’s help readers find their next favourite book.

Please email afj_uk@yahoo.com.

Friday, 10 October 2025

Step Through Story and Legend at Butser BookFest 2025

A Weekend of Fantasy, History and Creativity at Butser Ancient Farm, Hampshire - 18th & 19th October 2025.

Step into a world where myth meets history and stories come alive among reconstructed ancient buildings! 

On the 18th and 19th of October, the much-loved Butser BookFest returns for another vibrant weekend at Butser Ancient Farm celebrating literature, history, folklore and fantasy - all set within the extraordinary landscape of the South Downs and an open-air experimental archaeology site.

This year’s festival invites readers, bestselling authors, families and dreamers to immerse themselves in storytelling, poetry, and performance inspired by nature and myth. Wander between Roman villas, roundhouses and Saxon meadhalls as you hear from bestselling authors, take part in creative workshops or be transported to the ancient past through the rhythm of live music, the warmth of the hearth and a shared love of words and imagination.

Highlights of Butser BookFest 2025 are set to include:

Inspiring author talks and book signings: Hear from bestselling writers including Conn Iggulden, Samantha Shannon, Elodie Harper, Amy Jeffs and Lucy Holland as they discuss weaving history, myth, and magic into unforgettable tales. Afterwards, meet your favourite authors at their roundhouse bookshop hosted by Waterstones.

Live storytelling, poetry, and performance: Be transported by Saxon skald Eorðen as poetry and lyre music echo through ancient halls and enjoy atmospheric readings by poets and performers inspired by nature and folklore.

Creative workshops and hands-on activities: Join immersive writing and storytelling workshops, craft your own lino-print bookmark, browse visiting traders, try your hand at archery or explore the Forgotten Fleece Tales exhibition.

Children's sessions and workshops: There’s something for the whole family to enjoy with a huge range of activities at the festival, including an engaging children’s writing workshop led by award-winning author Angela McAllister and a hands-on session with poetry and drawing hosted by bestselling children's writer Smriti Halls. Families can take part in storytelling sessions and outdoor activities that spark imagination and creativity for all ages.

Festival founder and organiser Sofie Kitts told That's Book and Entertainment: "Nothing brings historically inspired fantasy and fiction, folklore and nature writing to life quite like celebrating it a setting such as ours, surrounded by the rolling South Downs and thatched roofs of Saxon meadhalls and ancient roundhouses. 

"We're really so fortunate to regularly connect with so many booklovers, artists and writers, and we’re thrilled to bring them together in a venue like no other literary festival takes place with such a diverse and fascinating programme of workshops, talks and more."

Butser Book Festival is more than just a celebration of books - it's an opportunity to experience the magic of stories ancient and new in an inspiring setting, making it the perfect weekend for families, bookworms, craft-lovers and writers alike.

Book your tickets now! Don’t miss out on this extraordinary festival at Butser Ancient Farm. Purchase tickets, book in-depth workshops, and explore the full programme here: https://www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/butser-literary-book-festival. Advance booking is strongly advised as spaces for workshops are limited.

If you have bookworms to buy for we suggest you visit the Butser BookFest to pick up some fantastic Christmas gifts.