Melinda Salisbury is the bestselling author of young adult novels, her newest being the political fantasy State of Sorrow and its sequel, Song of Sorrow. She joins P. M. Freestone, author of lush scent-based fantasy, Shadowscent. Together, they will discuss the potions, poisons, and alchemy of cooking up new worlds.

Find out more about: Melinda Salisbury and P. M. Freestone!

Chaired by Laura Lam

Running time: 60 minutes

Tickets £8/ £6 concession

Venue: Upper Hall

Join L. J. MacWhirter, Elizabeth May, and Laura Lam as they discuss their work, which blends historical research with fantasy. L. J. MacWhirter is the author of Black Snow Falling, set in 1952. Elizabeth May has written the Falconer Trilogy, set in an alternate Victorian Edinburgh, and Laura Lam drew from Victorian Scotland to craft her magical circus in Pantomime. Laura and Elizabeth have also co-written a book called Seven Devils, which (though science fiction) draws from research about ancient Rome.

Find out more about: L. J. MacWhirter, Elizabeth May and Laura Lam!

Chaired by Eris Young

Running time: 60 minutes

Tickets: £8/ £6 concession

Venue: Upper Hall