Kate Long - Talk and Book Signing
Written by Simon Golding Wednesday, 07 July 2010
At Bridgnorth Library
(Listley Street, Bridgnorth, WV16 4AW)
7:30 p.m. Thursday 2nd September 2010
It is with great pleasure we welcome a special Talk and Book Signing by prolific authoress Kate Long.
Kate started writing after taking an English degree, teaching English at secondary level, and following it up with a teacher training course on Creativity in the Classroom.
The author’s first novel was the number 1 best-seller The Bad Mother’s Handbook, which tells the story of a year in the life of one extraordinary family. The book was so popular it was made into a Radio 4 ten-part series.
It was no surprise when Kate was approached by production companies wishing to buy the movie rights. A high-profile film was made starring Catherine Tate and an American version starring Alicia Silverstone.
Many books followed including Swallowing Grandma, Queen Mum and recently; The Daughter Game and A Mother’s Guide to Cheating.
During this most fascinating Talk; Kate Long will discuss the writing process, what it was like to have the book filmed – which Kate was heavily involved, plus a short reading.
Nigel Goodall - Book Signing
Written by Simon Golding Sunday, 04 July 2010
Nigel Goodall is a British-born author with more than twenty books on the movie and pop worlds to his credit, which combined, have sold over a million copies worldwide. 
We are very proud to welcome the bestselling, prize-nominated author to this year’s Bridgnorth Music and Arts Festival. Nigel will be signing his new updated paperbacks "The Secret World of Johnny Depp" and "A Life in Time and Space".
Nigel will be at WH Smith (Bridgnorth) - 4 p.m. Friday 3rd September 2010 for the signing of the bestselling novel "The Secret World of Johnny Depp" which is an intimate biography of Hollywood’s best loved rebel!
The Secret World of Johnny Depp reveals how a troubled and gifted child became the actor he is today, using a wide range of sources to create a definitive biography giving us a rare glimpse into the secret world of a man whom there is much more to than meets the eye.
Nigel will be back at WH Smith (Bridgnorth) - 4 p.m. Saturday 4th September 2010 for the signing of "A Life in Time and Space" – a biographical novel surrounding the actor, and former Doctor Who, David Tennant.
The book explores the world of David Tennant, one of the most powerful actor’s on British television. And, with two National Television awards to his credit and numerous other theatrical accolades, David has proven he’s here to stay. Nigel’s thoroughly researched book probes the life and times of this most private of men.
You can find out more about Nigel at his website - http://www.nigelgoodall.co.uk/
Dalek seeks bed for the night!
Written by Simon Golding Monday, 29 March 2010
Dalek Kahn, from the original BBC Dr Who series, wishes to attend the WH Smiths book signing for author Nigel Goodall’s latest biography of David Tennant – the most recent Dr Who. The event is part of the forthcoming Bridgnorth Music and Arts Festival 2010 (27th August – 5th September).
Cobra Events who own the Dalek have very kindly offered Kahn’s services for free and the festival only has to find travel expenses to and from Brighton (£160) – plus a night’s accommodation for Kahn and his driver.
The festival is looking for a Dr Who fan who might be able to help with sponsoring this particular event.
(UPDATE: Nick Dodd from Midland Computers http://midlandcomputers.com has been in touch offering to sponsor the Dalek visit and is currently negotiating accommodation - a BIG thank you to Nick and Midland Computers for their support).
Dalek Kahn is reportabley very excited about visiting our town and promises not to exterminate any Bridgnorth residents. Kahn explains that he is not good with climbing stairs and would prefer ground floor accommodation or a lift.
Anyone wishing to help raise funds for Dalek Kahn’s visit please email organiser@bridgnorthmusicfest.com or contact us via our website here.
More information about Nigel and his David Tennant biography here - http://www.nigelgoodall.co.uk/Tennant.htm & http://www.nigelgoodall.co.uk/
Literary Events Update
Written by Simon Golding Thursday, 04 March 2010
At this early stage, as we prepare for the forthcoming Bridgnorth Music and Arts Festival (27th August – 5th September 2010), we have managed to secure two leading authors. The multi-award winning Roger Ellory http://rjellory.com/ and prolific biographical novelist Nigel Goodall http://www.nigelgoodall.co.uk/
Author book signings, workshops and related talks are planned throughout the festival.
Stop press: Shropshire author Kate Long http://www.katelong.co.uk/ has now been booked to appear at the Festival too.
Kate Long’s first novel 'The Bad Mother’s Handbook', which tells the story of a year in the life of one family, was made into a TV movie and broadcast on ITV in 2007. Kate Long also co-wrote the screenplay, with Kate O'Riordan. The film starred Catherine Tate and the huge star Robert Pattinson (Harry Potter, Twilight, New Moon).
Literary Events for Bridgnorth Music & Arts Festival
Written by Kev Adams Tuesday, 02 March 2010
We're diversifying to formally become an Arts festival for 2010 and we're really pleased to have a couple of brilliant new people on board - Glynis Madden and Simon Golding. Glynis was previously involved helping to organise the Leeds Literary Festival and Simon is a well known local author.
They're organising several literary events for this years festival and we've just had the first two authors confirmed along with a series of planned book signings, workshops and talks. Updates coming very soon!
