Literature for Schools 2026 is here – bringing inspiring author events, workshops and storytelling sessions for pupils of all ages.

Join us 9–18 October at Cheltenham Literature Festival as we welcome bestselling authors including Katherine Rundell, Joseph Coelho, Matt Goodfellow, Nathanael Lessore, Sarah Crossan, Candice Carty-Williams and many more.

From inspiring workshops and events for all key stages - Reception to Sixth Form - to a range of free activities including live storytelling, themed trails, hands-on creative crafts, opportunities to try audiobooks, a teen book swap and more.