What it is

LoveStoriesEtc Romance Literary Festival is back for its fourth spectacular year, taking over Manchester Central Library on 10th-11th September 2027.

We’re cooking up the ultimate line‑up to bring you all the swoony, bookish vibes you can handle - think electric author panels, hands‑on creative sessions, and industry‑expert workshops. Two joy-packed days. Endless inspiration. Join us.

We already have to following wonderful authors confirmed!

Bobby Palmer, Tasneem Abdur-Rashid, Ellie Barker, Alice Murphy-Pyle, Jasmine Burke, Mike & Claire Gayle, Lia Louis, Rasheda Ashanti Malcolm, Ellie McNicoll, Josie Lloyd & Emlyn Rees, Rufaro Faith Mazarura and Ela Jones.

Questions

When does Love Stories etc Romance Festival 2027! start and end?

Love Stories etc Romance Festival 2027! runs Friday, 10 September 2027, 10:00 until 19:00 the next morning.

Where is Love Stories etc Romance Festival 2027!?

Love Stories etc Romance Festival 2027! takes place at Manchester Central Library, Saint Peter's Square, Manchester, Manchester.

How much are tickets for Love Stories etc Romance Festival 2027!?

Tickets for Love Stories etc Romance Festival 2027! cost £35 on the official ticket shop.

Also at Manchester Central Library

  1. 18:00Woodshed Collective - Live!Mon 23 Nov · Manchester Central LibraryFree
  2. 19:00The Puppet Folk Experience celebrates The Muppet Christmas Carol!Thu 3 Dec · Manchester Central Library£6

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