More info for Robert Macfarlane: The World to Come
Literature & poetry
Robert Macfarlane: The World to Come
Take a lyrical journey through nature as the bestselling author introduces his new children’s book
More info for Danez Smith: Bluff
Literature & poetry
Danez Smith: Bluff
Join us to celebrate the searing new poetry collection from the Forward Prize-winning poet
More info for Susanna Clarke: Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell
Literature & poetry
Susanna Clarke: Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell
The acclaimed author celebrates the 20th anniversary of Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell
More info for Helen Charman & Marianne Brooker: Maternal Lines
Literature & poetry
Helen Charman & Marianne Brooker: Maternal Lines
Hear from two writers about politics in our daily lives, and the radical possibility of community
More info for The People’s Favourite Poets
Literature & poetry
The People’s Favourite Poets
Lemn Sissay introduces favourite poets as chosen by you, presented by the National Poetry Library
More info for Creative Future Writers' Awards Showcase
Literature & poetry
Creative Future Writers' Awards Showcase
Discover rising talent at the Creative Future Writers’ Award showcase of underrepresented writers
More info for Rupert Everett: The American No
Literature & poetry
Rupert Everett: The American No
Rupert Everett presents his first book of stories: tales from a writer at the height of his powers
More info for Creative Future Writers' Awards – Live Stream
Literature & poetry
Creative Future Writers' Awards – Live Stream
LIVE STREAM: the Creative Future Writers’ Award showcases talented, underrepresented writers
More info for Ghetts: Live
Gigs
Ghetts: Live
The British rap icon performs during this year’s London Literature Festival, which he’s co-curated
More info for Creative Future Writers' Day
Literature & poetry
Creative Future Writers' Day
Writers, publishers and literary professionals share hints, tips and initiatives in a day of talks and panel events
More info for Creative Future Writers' Day – Live Stream
Literature & poetry
Creative Future Writers' Day – Live Stream
LIVE STREAM: literary professionals offer insights and advice in a day of panel events and talks
More info for Florence Given: Women Living Deliciously
Talks & debates
Florence Given: Women Living Deliciously
Join the author for a talk about her book, an illustrated guide helping women live life to the full
Whilst you’re with us
Modified Social Benches
Modified Social Benches
Benches that challenge the space and distance we place between one another.
Southbank Centre Food Market
Southbank Centre Food Market
With a huge choice of street food and drinks, our weekly food market is a must-visit.
Klaus Weber: Thinking Fountains
Thinking
Thinking
Fountains
Water cascades and spouts over Klaus Weber’s bronze figures.
William Pye's Zemran
William Pye's Zemran
Pye’s beautiful stainless steel sculpture sits overlooking the Thames.