Sofia looks at the tradition of afternoon tea, at home and in London's many elegant tea rooms.
Author Richard Beard, Director of the National Academy of Writing, explains how the popularity of eBooks is making video an essential component.
Come and meet the authors shortlisted for this year's Authors Club debut novel prize. Alice Albinia, Padrika Tarrant, Clare Morgan and Patrick McGuinness will read from their novels and discuss their work with Suzi Feay, chair of the judging panel.
A real treat for audiences as two highly respected figures on the British jazz scene come together on the Ray's Jazz stage.
A chance to hear Bristol-based poet, playwright and author A C H Smith, whose memoir WordSmith is to be launched at this event.
In the second of a new showcase series, emerging YA authors Kimberly Derting, James Dawson, Tanya Byrne and Cat Clarke discuss their work, their inspiration and their journeys to publication.
Running is highly addictive, life-changing and full of drama - but who are the true fanatics and what makes them tick? Coach Helen Summer recounts her interviews with the oldest, the youngest and the craziest runners in the 100 Marathon Club, Whether you were born to run or simply love a good story, join us for this evening's event.
Led by talented bassist and writer Hedi Pinkerfeld, and already making a name for themselves on the London circuit, Olivia's Owls play impassioned, original compositions which fuse elements of modern, electric and avant-garde jazz with rock into a strong cohesive whole.
Already an award-winning actor and comic, Miles Jupp now makes his triumphant writing debut with a cautionary tale which will delight cricketing fans and non-fans alike. Join Miles at Foyles to hear more of how his machinations land him in cricketing heaven - and how reality eventually catches up with him.
This evening, Man Booker Prize winning author Ben Okri joins us to discuss Wild, his first new book of poetry in a decade.
In the first of a new showcase series, emerging YA authors Amy Plum, Sara Grant, C J Daugherty and Ruth Warburton discuss their work, their inspirations, and their journeys to publication.
This fantastic exhibition celebrates the publication of A First Book of Nature, written by Nicola Davies, illustrated by Mark Hearld. Come along to the Foyles Gallery to see paper-cut pigeons flying through the sky, collaged fish swimming in a rock pool and an exquisite array of original artwork from the book.
Join us for this fun spin on the classic tale of Oliver Twist. Story Builders from the Discover Children's Story Centre will lead interactive storytelling, followed by the chance to do some creative writing using fountain pens and parchment.
In his first UK event in seven years, bestselling author Nicholas Sparks joins us in the Foyles Gallery to discuss his novel The Lucky One, recently adapted for film.
On the 50th anniversary of The Phantom Tollbooth's arrival on British soil, its author Norton Juster makes a rare visit to the UK. Juster will be discussing his life, work and inspiration, plus his much-awaited new book Alberic the Wise with writer, journalist and broadcaster Nicolette Jones.
Pianist and percussionist James Lascelles has played with an impressive cast of characters throughout his career, from Frank Zappa to Lee Perry and Steve Harley. Now he and his quartet bring their World Music grooves to the Café for what will undoubtedly be a set to remember.
Our choice for this month's book club is The Last Picture Show by Larry McMurty, a delicately drawn classic coming-of-age tale in which two teenage boys navigate love and sex in small-town Texas.
What treasures are hiding in your attic? Come and share a glass of wine with experts from the Spitalfields Antiques Market who will give free valuations and tell the history behind your mysterious treasures, and have your book signed by the author.
A quiz about Charles Dickens and Victorian London, in association with Londonist.com
Join us for this rare opportunity to meet legendary artist David Shrigley as he signs copies of David Shrigley: Brain Activity and his illustrated libretto Pass the Spoon: A Sort-Of-Opera about Cookery.
To celebrate Record Store Day 2012, Foyles is stocking three exclusive Classical vinyl singles from Decca and EMI, available for the first time from today.
Sheng Keyi's Northern Girls explores the difficulties faced by women moving from the countryside in the hope of finding work in China's growing cities. Join us tonight as she discusses how her own experiences helped her create such a resonant account.
Guitarist and composer Maciek Pysz draws influences from flamenco, Latin, jazz, Brazilian and classical music forming a style all his own. Join us tonight for an opportunity to hear his compositions and witness his technical brilliance first hand.
One of the leading trumpet soloists of her generation,Tine Thing Helseth signed to EMI Classics in 2011 and tonight marks the release of her debut album, Storyteller, with an exclusive evening at Foyles.
It's Peter Rabbit's 110th birthday, join our party and celebrate with an afternoon of storytelling, crafts and much, much more!
An exhibition celebrating the launch of Spitalfields Life, a distinguished body of portraiture, recording the diverse personalities who come together to create London's pre-eminent weekly antiques market.
We've partnered with our friends at Books for Breakfast to bring you the first in a series of social morning events. Join renowned historian Jerry White for breakfast in our cafe, as he discusses the third instalment of his bestselling London trilogy over coffee and croissants.
SOLD OUT! Acclaimed as one of the most powerful, innovative and exciting writers of his generation, Iain Banks returns with Stonemouth, a tough, funny, fast-paced and touching novel. Join Iain at Foyles to learn more about this remarkable rite of passage story.
Birthday madness with Babar! Come join the fun with a special appearance from Babar himself!
Come along for storytelling and hear some of our favourite stories.
Gail will be at Foyles to sign copies of Timeless, at an informal evening including surprise guests in celebration of all things steampunk.
Help Peter celebrate his 110th birthday with cake, an egg hunt, story telling and much, much more!
This evening, Lee brings his talented quintet to the Café to perform material from his new album, Songs From The 13th Hour.
Join us for storytime and Easter crafting fun! Things may get messy so remember to come dressed ready for painting!
Join award-winning journalist Lindsey at Foyles to hear how her new book, Sandstorm traces the strange history of the former Libyan regime and its dramatic end, exploring the country's past, present and future through stories previously untold.
Join us for Easter crafting fun! Things may get messy so remember to come dressed ready for painting!
We have joined forces with the Museum of London to mark the opening of their Dickens and London exhibition. This month, as the capital celebrates City Read London, join Dickens and London curator Alex Werner, to discuss Oliver Twist.
If you've ever fancied getting in touch with your musical side - or even finding out if you have one - then join us as we celebrate the first National Play Day, a new initiative organised by Music for All to encourage people to discover, or rediscover, the joys of playing a musical instrument.
Our Foyles Book Bug is dressed up as the Easter Bunny and is hiding in our store. Find a book with a Book Bug bunny sticker, purchase it and WIN a chocolate Easter egg!
CANCELLED Two accomplished practitioners of the essay, Adam Mars-Jones and Dennis Marks, discuss the pleasure, the craft and the future of the essay with Notting Hill Editions' director, Lucasta Miller.
'What Are Universities For?' offers a compelling argument for rethinking the way we see our universities. If universities are losing their identity as spaces for intellectual reflection, should we be defending them? Have universities dumbed themselves out of existence? Come join Stefan Collini and Austin Williams at this challenging debate.
ringing together musicians from different corners of the globe, this trio has entertained and delighted audiences with their skill at combining the gypsy jazz approach of Django Reinhardt with contemporary influences to create a delicious melting pot of joyous sounds.
This month's book club book is The Tin-Roof Blowdown by James Lee Burke, a gritty, angry crime novel set against the backdrop of post-Katrina New Orleans, written by one of the modern masters of the genre.
At this exclusive, intimate event, Xuefei Yang will demonstrate her prodigious talent in a short performance, after which she will take questions from the audience on her fascinating career and the challenges of adapting some of Bach's greatest works.
The age of paper money and metal coins is coming to a close. David Wolman believes that physical cash will soon cease to be and his new book, The End of Money, shines the spotlight on this revolution - and the people, technologies, and trends that are powering it.
Come in during the day our first birthday weekend on 24-25 March and take a free spin - you'll have the chance to win any number of prizes, including discounts, gift cards and more!
Andrew Miller will be discussing his recent Costa Book of the Year-winning novel Pure, set in the years just prior to the French Revolution.
Michael Grant, author of Gone follows up his New York Times bestselling saga, with Bzrk, the first in an incredible new action thriller series. These are no ordinary soldiers. This is no ordinary war. Welcome to the nano, where the only battle is for sanity. Have your copy signed today.
Launch of the fourth issue of The White Review, a new arts and literature quarterly, featuring new fiction, essays, reportage, poetry, artwork and interviews.
Andrew Miller will be discussing his recent Costa Book of the Year-winning novel Pure, set in the years just prior to the French Revolution, with blogger and literary journalist Suzi Feay.
Vocalist and keyboardist Charlie Wood gives a solo concert performance of selections from his new album Lush Life. This evening will showcase Wood's earthy, roots-based approach to jazz standards, featuring classics from the Great American Songbook repertoire along with a few surprises.
Come along and enter the world of Illusionology, and meet the amazing Sav the deceptionist, who will amaze and astound you with impossible acts of close-up magic.
We are delighted to welcome the award-winning pianist back to the Gallery, as he performs Tchaikovsky's charming and ever-popular The Seasons.
Ray's Jazz welcomes the debut appearance on its stage of Robert Mitchell's critically acclaimed Panacea, featuring the vocals of Deborah Jordan, Tom Hanson on bass, and Laurie Lowe on drums.
SOLD OUT! We have joined forces with the Museum of London to mark the opening of their Dickens and London exhibition. Curator Alex Werner examines how Dickens used and described London and how his writings have shaped the way we view the 19th century city today.
In a career spanning over 35 years, Joanna Trollope has written over two dozen books, becoming one of Britain's best-loved writers. Join us for dinner at the elegant St Pancras Grand Hotel Restaurant where Joanna will be discussing her life in writing and her latest novel.
Anna Wilson will be meeting her fans and signing copies of her new book, The Poodle Problem, the follow-up to her hugely popular novel, Monkey Business.
Join us as the Department of Theology and Religious Studies from the University of Bristol launches A Companion to Catherine of Siena. Editors Carolyn Muessig and George Ferzoco offer insight into the saint's considerable role in shaping and reflecting 14th-century spirituality.
The performance this evening will blend original compositions with reinvented standards by renowned pianist and composer, Bruno D'Ambra and leading saxophonist, Giulio Martino.
Love reading? Come and chat about your favourite books. This month's book is the brilliant Noughts and Crosses by Malorie Blackman.
This month we're reading a dark, gothic tale, Susan Hill's contemporary classic, The Woman in Black, tells the story of a young Edwardian solicitor sent to a house to sort through the recently desceased owner's estate.
An opportunity for writers who want to be published to see the National Academy in action, meet the Director, Administrator and members of the NAW Board and chat to 2011 NAW writers.
To mark the bicentenary of Dickens' birth Vintage Classics and Ebury Publishing have joined forces to host a Dickens Day at Foyles. A host of celebrated writers, including acclaimed authors and historians Deborah Moggach, David Kynaston, Sarah Wise and Alex Werner, screenwriter Sarah Phelps and Michael Rosen, discuss their love of Dickens’ writing, London in the 19th century and the power that Dickens continues to hold today.
SOLD OUT In tonight's panel, contributors to the collection of essays Regeneration will discuss the question of intergenerational justice and how today's young are best placed for creating a better future for all.
As London celebrates the Dickens bicentenary, beloved actor, director and writer Simon Callow will discuss his biography of the literary legend in our first supper of 2012.
We can't avoid the persistent questions about the meaning of life - and the nature of reality. Philosopher Alex Rosenberg, whose new book is The Atheist's Guide to Reality, will be in conversation with Professor Samir Okasha and the philosopher Julian Baggini.
Come along for your chance to meet one of contemporary British art's most talked about figures, as Jeremy Deller signs copies of his new book Jeremy Deller: Joy in People.
With Spring London Fashion Week comes a flurry of concern about size, body image and the media portrayal of women. Jo Swinson MP and our panel of experts discuss the issues of the moment.
Featuring a young and talented line-up drawn from the country's major music colleges, and a style combining jazz, classical and hip hop influences, this is set to be a fascinating evening of music.
The Spirit of Cities revives the classical idea that a city expresses its own distinctive ethos or values. Its co-author, Avner de-Shalit will be in conversation Sunder Katwala, director of the new think tank British Future, which looks at identity, integration, migration and opportunity.
Someone has stolen Bear's hat. Bear is not happy about it. Whodunnit?! Come and help Bear and Rabbit by making hats for everyone!
Charles Dickens is one of Britain's best-loved authors, and the vivid imagery of his writing has a unique capacity to stir up dark, magical and intense pictures. To mark the 200th anniversary of Charles Dickens' birth, Foyles Gallery will be hosting a very special photographic exhibition centred round the author's work and life.
As his translation of Joseph Roth's letters are published, Michael Hofmann talks about the life and work of one of the 20th century's greatest writers.
Historian and novelist Kate will be in conversation with Suzi Feay, literary journalist and blogger, as they discuss the challenges of turning from fact to fiction and the enduring literary appeal of the slums, smogs and scoundrels of 19th century London.
Calling all wannabe sleuths and spies. The letter A is missing, help find him in our Top Secret Alphabet Rescue Mission...
Join us to hear your favourite stories read aloud this half term!
Award-winning foreign correspondent,Lloyd Parry, and writer on Italy and crime novelist Jones, will be in conversation with philosophy writer Julian Baggini about crime, evil and justice.
Author Bruno Vincent will read deliciously spooky extracts from his darkly comic book, Grisly Tales From Tumblewater, while Edward Jaspers performs some of these stories as songs, in extracts from Teasel Theatre Company's hit stage adaptation, coming to Bristol Old Vic this February half-term.
Taking inspiration from a variety of cultures, Blam! Quartet combines fresh melodies with intense rhythms to create a unique musical blend characterised by colour and creativity.
Foyles' Gallery is delighted to present an exhibition of some of the most inspirational and imaginative new talent in the field of children's book illustration.
We have joined forces with the Museum of London to mark the opening of their Dickens and London exhibition. This month, on the eve of the 200th anniversary of Dickens' birth, join Dickens and London curator Alex Werner, to revisit Bleak House.
This trio plays wide-ranging and eclectic music and see entertainment as an essential part of every performance. We are honoured to be hosting the launch of their brand new album Crackerbarrel Music.
Join Granta contributors and editors to celebrate the launch of Granta 118: Exit Strategies, with drinks and a dramatic reading of Anne Tyler's 'The Beginner's Goodbye', an extract from her forthcoming novel.
SOLD OUT! Fans of award-winning author Patrick Ness, the creator of the bestselling Chaos Walking trilogy, will have the chance to meet the author himself as he talks about his latest novel A Monster Calls with the book's illustrator, Jim Kay.
The Andre Canniere Group specialises in a blend of heavy grooves and sophisticated melodies, showcasing the best of contemporary jazz.
Chris Biscoe's work embraces many elements. This quartet features the dramatically physical bass playing of Guillaume Viltard, the perversely punkish drum style of Tom Greenhalgh, and a touch of oddball melodicism from fellow clarinettist Noel Taylor.
This special event brings together two of Britain's most acclaimed writers as their latest books are released.
This month's book club book is 20,000 Streets Under the Sky by Patrick Hamilton. A melancholy, wintry novel, its characters frequent the backstreets, pubs and brothels of 1930s London, trying to connect. The perfect book to curl up with on a dark night!
NoName Trio fuse jazz, traditional Iranian music and other influences to produce both new compositions and fresh takes on classic jazz standards.
Foyles Gallery is delighted to present this truly unique exhibition, celebrating the art work of artist and illustrator Jim Kay, among whose credits are the illustrations for Patrick Ness' A Monster Calls.
Missak Baghboudarian, Principal Conductor of the Syrian National Symphony Orchestra, in conversation with Peter Wiegold and Oliver Butterworth, directors of the Brunel Institute for Contemporary Middle Eastern Music
Join the award-winning Bryant & May creator as he discusses Hell Train, his first novel for Solaris, a classic tale set in the halcyon days of British horror cinema, brimming with bizarre creatures, satanic rites and terrified train passengers.
Join us for a celebration of the English language release of the award-winning Danish thriller The Boy in the Suitcase, by Lene Kaaberbøl and Agnete Friis published by Soho Press.
Ray's Jazz are proud to kick off the 2012 event programme with Tournesol, a band who emphasise interaction in their playing and display an open rhythmic feel.
Evan Davis argues that we shouldn't worry so much about UK's decline... Come along and hear him explain why we should whistle while we work.
The festive lights are on in London, and we have evenings ahead of mulled wine and late night shopping to ease the pain of Christmas shopping and get you in the mood!
It's a glittering line-up for the last Barnie of the year,including, amongst others, journalist and author Shiv Malik and The Sunday Times' Nicolette Jones.
Founders of great Bristol success story, Pieminster, Tristan Hogg and Jon Simon, have now brought together their classic and new recipes in Pieminister: A Pie for All Seasons. They talk about pies and give us some to sample, and there are Christmas drinks too.
This evening we take a step away from the hectic rush of Christmas to revel in the rhythms and rhymes of the holidays. Four of the UK's leading poets will take to the stage to read their favourite seasonal stanzas, plus more from their own collections, all accompanied by mince pies and mulled wine.
Meet award-winning children's author and illustrator, the inimitable Jane Ray.
Take a free spin of the Foyles tombola for a chance to win any number of prizes, including discounts, gift cards and more!
Foyles Gallery is delighted to present this truly unique exhibition, celebrating the designs of the iconic bicycle manufacturer Condor.
Drawing on his own deep connection with Cornwall, award-winning author Philip Marsden writes unforgettably about the power of the sea and its unparalleled ability to produce greed, dizzying corruption, and both grand and tragic aspirations. Philip will be in conversation with writer and broadcaster Jeremy Seal, presenter of Channel 4's Wreck Detectives.
Fans of bestselling author Philip Reeve, the creator of the 'Mortal Engines' series will have the chance to meet the author himself as he signs copies of his novels.
Ben Fogle talks about his autobiography, The Accidental Adventurer and the taste for adventure has since taken him to the South Pole, across the Atlantic in a rowing boat, running across deserts and exploring many of the world's most hostile and remote places.
Staff and students from the University of the West of England, will be displaying prints at the 26th Annual Miniature Print exhibition at Foyles Bookshop in Bristol, from 3 December through to February 2012 and prints are available to view and buy at Foyles, Cabot Circus.
Bristol-based James Russell is an acknowledged authority on the life and work of English water colourist and designer Eric Ravilious, having written widely and given illustrated talks on the artist's life and work to audiences across the UK.
We have joined forces with the Museum of London to mark the opening of their Dickens and London exhibition. This month, join Dickens and London curator, Alex Werner, to discuss the much-loved festive classic, A Christmas Carol.
This evening sees the Bristol launch of poetry collection The Art of Wiring, a sparky selection of poems, all wired into a beautiful new multi-circuit pamphlet. Join us for readings from these award-winning poets.
To celebrate the launch of Issue Three of The Blizzard editor Jonathan Wilson will be joined by regular Blizzard contributors Gabriele Marcotti and Philippe Auclair for a Q&A session covering the finer points of football in the UK and beyond.
Alternative travel novel Rules of the Road and crime thriller Dublin Dead are two of this autumn's fiction highlights. Join authors Mike Manson and Gerard O'Donovan as they discuss their new novels and creating fictional worlds in Bristol and Dublin.
This month's title is The Forbidden Game. When Jenny and her friends play the Game, it comes to life and soon they are fighting for their very survival...
This month we'll be discussing is The Accidental by Ali Smith, a powerful exploration of the nature of truth, the role of fate and the power of storytelling.
Adam Gopnik envisions a new 'physiology of taste' that will enable us to concentrate on the pleasure principle: food is to be enjoyed, and to help us enjoy life in turn.
Cambridge fellow and Ancient Egypt expert Toby Wilkinson has written one of the most readable histories of Egypt to be published in recent years. At a time when all eyes are on modern Egyptian politics, Wilkinson takes us back to its roots.
In this month's title,The Double Shadow, Sally Gardner explores families and what binds them, fathers and daughters, past histories, passions and cruelty, love and devastation in a novel rich in character and beautifully crafted.
Historian Judith Flanders has turned her eye to the Victorian fascination with murder, and looks at everything from the myths of Jack the Ripper to the novels, ballads, and puppet shows recreating some of the 19th century's most sensational crimes.
Zsuzsi Roboz has by charm and force of character managed to persuade many of the country’s grumpiest and most formidable authors, as well as some of the most charming, to sit for her - ‘face to face’ - and the result is an extraordinary study of the inner lives of British authors today.
Come read your favourite poem or simply listen to others at the first inaugural Bristol meeting of Pass on a Poem.
Andrew Feinstein pulls back the curtain on the secretive world of the global arms trade, revealing what he argues to be the corruption and the cover-ups behind weapons deals.
Where do the ideas for stories and legends come from? This afternoon, Katherine Langrish looks at how superstitions, folklore and myths stem from older sources, showing that even tales of UFOs can be linked to medieval fairy lore.
On the occasion of the publishing of his posthumous novel Purgatory, come and meet a panel of experts and Tomas Eloy's son for an unforgettable evening celebrating the life of one of Latin America's finest writers of his generation.
The session dedicated to Brazilian contemporary literature will feature the great Marcelo Rubens Paiva. His book Feliz Ano Velho (Happy Old Year) took the Brazilian literary scene by storm, as the narrative of the tragic accident that left him severely disabled captivated the nation.
Much is made of debuts and bestsellers in the literary world, but what about that ever-difficult second novel? Tonight two of the UK's most widely acclaimed young writers, Joe Dunthorne and Ross Raisin, join us Upstairs at Foyles to discuss moving on to book number two.
Updating the rich lineage of the Indo-jazz sound with 21st-century attitude and energy, Ghosh and his exciting live band perform hypnotic music from his latest album, Primal Odyssey.
Come and meet one of Spain's most fascinating young authors talking about her recent works including her extraordinary first novel The Curriculum Vitae of Aurora Ortiz.
This session provides the perfect opportunity to hear more about Mexican writer Chloe Aridjis' highly praised debut, Book of Clouds.
A rare opportunity to meet two of the UK's best thriller writers, whose latest books delve into the underworlds of 19th century Bristol harbours and Mafia-controlled Northern Italy.
Join us for a short film about award-winning Colombian author, Evelio Rosero followed by a panel discussion on his latest novel Good Offices, a coruscating satire of the Catholic Church.
Fans of bestselling author Maggie Stiefvater’s Shiver, Linger and Forever books can hear her talk about her writing, and inspiration for her recently released novel The Scorpio Races.
Drawing on the wistful folk songs of her native Sweden, Emilia Mårtensson creates a finely poised blend of jazz and artful alt-pop.
P D James makes her only London appearance to promote her new Jane Austen-era murder mystery.
Dannii will be signing copies of her latest must-have style bible, AND there's a chance to win one of her 'London' dresses.
On display in the Cafe: the finalists for the Observer/Jonathan Cape Graphic Short Story Prize 2011, in association with Foyles and Comica
The Trio formed in the summer to work on Sebastiano Dessanai's Jazz Songbook, a collection of original compositions with which they toured the UK.
John Bradshaw, one of the world's leading dog experts, brings us a compelling insight into what dogs would ask us for, if only they knew how.
Join former ANC member and investigative journalist Andrew Feinstein for the launch of his latest book, which pulls back the curtain on the dramatic and secretive world of the global arms trade.
Award-winning guitar virtuoso Antonio Forcione joins dynamic Brazilian percussionist Adriano Adewale to form a breathtaking duo, which masterfully blends soul-jazz and flamenco guitar with African and South American rhythms.
Imagine a whole book on a single sheet. A bold art print on which, up close, you can read the full and complete text of your favourite classic work, right from "It was the best of times" to "a far, far greater thing".
What ingredients make up our response to horror - fright, disgust, confrontation? Join us for drinks and discussion on this topic at the London launch of Granta 117: Horror
Hallowe'en activities for all ages plus scary treats and drinks, and fun activities with author Tom Percival.
Join us for frightening face painting, spooky stories and creepy crafts. Scare us with your costume and win a family cinema pass to Riverside Studios!
Meet author and illustrator Sarah McIntyre, and join us for frightening face painting, spooky stories and creepy crafts. Plus come in fancy dress for a chance to win Spooktacular prizes!
Join us for live drawing as part of the Bristol Big Draw.
As her new book, The Everyday Dancer, is published, join Deborah to hear more of her life, work, and unique perspective on the industry of dance.
CANCELLED In his remarkable debut, Thomas Penn has managed to convey an England which is both familiar and very strange. This evening he tells how he revealed the medieval world of Henry VII in which honour and chivalry mingle with espionage, realpolitik, high finance and corruption.
One of the world's most prolific and popular author, McCall Smith focuses on the benign side of life through simple storytelling, warm wisdom and cheeky humour. Join us to hear Alexander discuss his writing, his new book and more.
This month's title is the mysterious Beautiful Dead: Jonas Bk.1 by Eden Maguire.
This event is SOLD OUT, but you can still pre-order a signed copy of City of Fallen Angels and have it signed on the day from 2.30pm. Click on the event for more details.
This month's book is All the Pretty Horses by Cormac McCarthy. A beautifully written, evocative Western unlike any other, it creates a stirring vision of the death of the Old West and its customs.
Peter Doggett discusses his new book, The Man Who Sold the World, which assesses the wider cultural impact of the music of David Bowie in the 1970s.
In an exclusive London event, Pulp frontman Jarvis Cocker appears at Foyles to sign copies of Mother, Brother, Lover, his new collection of selected lyrics.
From Shining Path Peru and tyrannical Bolivia via Dirty War Argentina to Pinochet's Chile, here is life on the front line in Latin America of the 1980s.
Acclaimed young adult author Marie-Louise Jensen joins us this afternoon to talk about her powerful new novel, Sigrun's Secret, set within the world of Norse myths and legends.
Richard Beard appears as part of the Bristol Festival of Literature.
Successful Self-Publishing offers a wealth of information designed to give writers the tools they need to make the right choices when self-publishing, and avoid common (sometimes expensive) pitfalls.
SOLD OUT - Becca Fitzpatrick's spellbinding paranormal romance saga continues with Silence, the tale of Nora Grey's tempestuous relationship with a fallen angel. This signing is an exclusive opportunity to meet Becca herself.
Celebrate the launch of 2012 Bristol Short Story Prize with readings, wine and general merriment. Writers who will be joining us include Tania Hershman, Jonathan Pinnock, Alan Toyne and last year's winner, Emily Bullock.
Be amongst the first to get your hands on Haruki Murakami's 1Q84, including Foyles' limited editions.
David Miller - Today (Part of the Bristol Literature Festival)
Fresh from stints at the Bristol Old Vic and Theatre 503, acclaimed writers and performers Tom Wainwright and Adam Peck will be performing monologues about modern life in Bristol. A theatrical event not to be missed!
Children's author Tracey Alexander appears with guests, as part of the Bristol Festival of Literature
A rare treat as Anne Rice visits Foyles for her first public book signing in London for over a decade.
GP Taylor, author of Shadowmancer, appears as part of the Bristol Festival of Literature.
How will we ascribe status to human life in a 'post-human' and 'trans-human' world? Have we gone from asking whether humans needed to be social to realize their nature, to whether the social needs to be human at all?
To celebrate the launch of the third issue of The White Review, sculptor Richard Wentworth will be in conversation with acclaimed writer and critic Marina Warner for an evening of drinks and discussion.
Join us to launch the Autumn issue of Poetry London. Paul Farley, Sasha Dugdale, Luke Kennard and Cristina Newton will be reading their poems from the magazine, as well as other work.
Nearly a quarter of boys apparently find reading 'boring'. Are schools creating 'gender ghettoes'? Has panic over literacy obscured the benefits of teaching literature? Join this essential debate.
Fans of foreign fiction and lovers of the short story shouldn't miss this evening, as one of Austria's most critically acclaimed authors reads from his spellbinding new short story collection, with his translator Tess Lewis.
Join us at Foyles for a night at the circus! Erin Morgenstern, author of one of the most hotly anticipated novels of the year will be discussing her fin-de-siècle fantasia of magic and mischief.
West Country comic-book illustrators the Etherington Brothers never fail to entertain. This afternoon they celebrate publication of their new comic Baggage with an interactive drawing demo.
Calling all noble knights and princesses from the far corners of London! Design your own shield and crown and hear our tales of bravery and honour!
Matteo Pericoli's portrait of London: each bank of the Thames as seen from the river
Yes, the Hugh Cornwell - lead singer, guitarist and songwriter for The Stranglers, one of the UK's best selling rock groups of the late 70s and 80s. Cornwell has turned his talents to novel-writing, and his riveting debut is an absolute hit, a mesmerising story of love, obsession and madness. Tonight he discusses his brilliant exploration of the artistic process and the terrifying consequences of a compulsive and uncontrolled passion.
Award-winning pianist, composer and arranger Robert Mitchell has been one of the most powerful and creative presences on the British jazz scene since his recording debut a decade ago
The epic new novel from master storyteller Marcus Sedgwick, will see him embark on an equally epic journey around the UK to meet his legions of fans. Meet him here as he concludes his tour and tells us all about Midwinterblood.
This month's graphic novel under discussion is The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen by Alan Moore.
Get knitty in the city! Help us celebrate the launch of the terrifically knitty, witty new book, Stitch London. Drinks and nibbles provided.
Everyone seems to agree that kids today 'grow up too quickly' but successive government reviews have struggled to answer why - or known what to do about it. Join us for what promises to be an important, lively and provocative debate.
The Royal Society invite you to join them in celebrating 350 years of their book collection with One Culture, a festival of science, literature and the arts, with Foyles as the official bookseller.
Christopher Priest's latest work, The Islanders, is a multi-layered tale of murder, artistic rivalry and literary trickery where nothing is quite as it seems. Join Christopher this evening and discover for yourself why he remains one of our most acclaimed writers.
Owing to unforseen cicumstances, we have regrettably been forced to CANCEL this event.
Expect anything from strong grooves and hard swing through to poignant ballads.
Join us at a special panel event to celebrate the Harvill Secker Young Translators' Prize, where Penelope Lively, Maya Jaggi, Briony Everroad and Paul Starkey will discuss literature in translation and this year's chosen language for the prize, Arabic.
The Wednesday Knit family is growing and Foyles, Bristol has been chosen to be the first location outside of London!
Join Foyles' Young Adult Book Club. This month's title is the thrilling Sabriel by Garth Nix.
The book this month is Slaughterhouse Five by Kurt Vonnegut. This hugely influential '70s novel is a surreal cross between autobiography, war novel and science fiction, is very strange and very good and we're sure it'll give us lots to talk about!
Come to Foyles for a taste of a collection of new and original horror fiction, and discuss the ideas behind the writing with Sarah Pinborough, Christopher Priest, Paul Meloy and others.
Gianrico Carofiglio combines a career as a bestselling author with his role as a member of the Italian Senate. As the fourth book in his Guido Guerrieri series of crime novels is published, join him for a fascinating evening.
This month's Fiction Reading Group title is The Milkman in the Night by Andrey Kurkov
Meet the author of the much-loved Alfie as he reaches 30, with a brand new book to mark the occasion.
Discover what inspires the illustrations of such books as the Spiderwick Chronicles and Muddle Earth, and the challenges their illustrators face in combining words and pictures.
We are sorry to report that this event has been cancelled due to unforseen circumstances.
Which works of non-fiction change the way we think and why? What makes us return to a great book again and again? Are there any forgotten classics? Join our distinguished panel to debate 'what makes a classic'.
Join us for an evening of new and unpublished poetry in Bristol's newest space for live readings.
Join Nigel at Foyles for an entertaining and engaging survey of philosophy's biggest questions, such as 'what is reality?' and 'how should I live?', and discover why they remain pertinent today.
Designers, developers and forward-looking publishers are pushing the boundaries of the storytelling experience. The documentary we are screening tonight will shed fascinating light on digital publishing in the making.
In tonight's rare and intimate showcase, the acclaimed cellist performs a short recital followed by an audience Q&A, as he introduces us to his beautiful new recording of Benjamin Britten's cello suites.
Meet Ally Carter, the New York Times bestselling author of 'The Gallagher Girls' series, at her only Central London signing for her new book Heist Society.
SOLD OUT. Join David at Foyles to hear more about this revolutionary graphic science's book take on the big questions of life and the cosmos, the myths that arose to make sense of these questions, and finally the scientific facts that explain them.
Join Philippa as she discusses her books following the fortunes of the women of the Plantaganet houses that ruled Britain before the Tudors, and explores the uncertain divide where historical fact and historical fiction meet.
Aquarium's Sam Leak has been described as 'one of the brightest young stars in the jazz piano galaxy'. This evening the quintet will perform a continuous suite which Jazzwise magazine has called 'evocative old world drama'.
Foyles brings two leading literary talents together for what promises to be a warm, witty and upbeat evening of lively and intelligent conversation on their books and the stories behind them.
In his irreverent and witty survey of the world of translation, David Bellos argues that translation is at the heart of who we are, what we do, and how we understand each other.
Anna Funder, bestselling author of Stasiland will be discussing her new novel, All That I am, which is based on a true-life story of resistance to Hitler and Nazism.
Join illustrator Tom Percival as he creates and illustrates a new story with your help. He will also be reading from his latest book A Home for Mr Tipps.
A stunning exhibition of the images Dave McKean created for The Magic of Reality, consisting of dozens of sketches, finished artwork and beautifully reproduced prints.
Penguin's Great Food series brings together the sharpest, funniest and most delicious food writing and recipes from the past four hundred years. Join series editor Pen Vogler for a tasting and discussion of food through the ages.
Discuss the ways in which the world has changed since 11 September 2001 with war reporter Janine di Giovanni, BBC Africa Editor Mary Harper and other voices from around the world.
Celebrate 21 years of Vintage Books with a colourful weekend of circus performers, creative workshops, games and fun for book lovers of all ages.
Join our YA Book Group for a discussion of the brilliant page-turner, The Truth About Celia Frost by Paula Rawsthorne.
The creator of History Keepers comes to Foyles at Royal Festival Hall. It's your one chance to meet the latest phenomenon in children's storytelling, and even have yourself photographed as a hero.
This afternoon offers a rare chance to meet one of our most celebrated contemporary storytellers, who has garnered plaudits from academics, illustrators and writers all over the world for his extraordinary children's stories and drawings. .
Come meet London's favourite bear! Paddington will join us at Foyles on Charing Cross Road for a storytelling, colouring, activities and more. No need to book, simply find us in the children's department.
Roll up, roll up! Join us for circus fun and a visit from a special circus friend...
Belinda McKeon and Edna O'Brien meet for a discussion that brings together the very best of new and established Irish fiction.
The master of surreal and darkly funny fiction is back. Join Kurkov for some seriously bizarre and deeply entertaining tales.
See the wheel reinvented, or at least rebuilt, and meet the author of this truly dramatic and revealing cycling tale of one man's quest to design and build his dream bike.
2nd Floor Opening! Meet cyclist Rob Penn, get 15% off instore plus the First Book Free for children and teens!
Meet Robert at his only Central London signing of the next instalment in his CHERUB series, People's Republic.
The enigmatic A L Kennedy's latest novel, The Blue Book, is an intricate tale of deception and attempts to escape the past. This event is an exclusive opportunity to experience Kennedy's trademark blend of imaginative passion and dry humour.
With the sun out and our Foyles grass down in front of our shop, it seemed only natural to play a bit of croquet. Stop off for a game or two, or simply lounge on our lawn chairs and watch the tournaments every Friday and Saturday in August.
An epic tale of love, war, and family tiesspanning nearly seven decades, On Canaan's Side is Barry's storytelling at its best. Hear the words straight from the man himself in tonight's event.
Leave the landlubbers behind, help look for treasure, colour and much, much more!
Join us for an hour on the Southbank for your chance to meet a musical legend, as Moby signs copies of his new book, Destroyed, and treats us to a short acoustic set.
This month the Foyles Book Club looks at Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte.
The Colin Somervell trio aims to push jazz into new territory, using free improvisation to cast light onto the music's older forms.
Come along to the young adult book club with Foyles Westfield at Benugo to talk about the books you love. This month it's an evocative, end of the world thriller called Life As We Knew It by Susan Pfeffer.
Come and debate whether China's recent experiment in grassroots democracy can be seen, as its government believes, as a step towards 'Democracy with Chinese characteristics'.
After their triumphant residency last year, ImproFives return to Ray's Jazz to showcase songs from their latest album.
Jake Shears' brand of alternative glam pop has made him an international icon. His unique style and charisma are captured in Tim Hailand's One Day in the Life of.... Come and meet the men behind the book at this exclusive event.
Say goodbye to Harry on the big screen with a party. Design your own house badge and read a tale from Beedle the Bard. Make sure to come as your favourite character.
A collection of intriguing artworks comprising photographs paired with the specially commissioned stories they inspired.
Foyles welcomes Rufus Wainwright, one of contemporary music's most innovative performers, who is now the subject of Tim Hailand's new photo essay.
This six-piece, who share a love of the classic blue note era, will inspire new and established audiences alike.
What's the most famous photograph in Olympic history? Judge for yourself at this photographic display of some of the Olympic's most memorable moments.
Monteiro's music combines simple melodies which evoke the folk music of Brazil with all the slickness and sophistication of modern jazz.
SOLD OUT! Join this major contributor to the revitalisation of comic-book storytelling in conversation with journalist and author Sam Leith to discover why superheroes matter, why they will always be with us, and what they tell us about ourselves.
Join us in celebrating the launch of the summer issue of Poetry Review with readings from David Harsent (Night) and Aviva Dautch (Rough Music).
If you're interested in Bristol's dubious trading history, and enjoy a ripping narrative to go with it, then join us this evening to hear Christopher Wakling read from his gruesome new Georgian mystery.
Come and debate whether the incursion of modernity is a good thing or a bad thing for tribal regions.
Currently making waves across the UK jazz scene, this exciting trio features some of London's finest young talent. Catch them presenting music from their recent album The Missing Piece.
Economist and broadcaster Evan Davis presents an alternative to prevailing narratives of Britain's industrial decline, and reminds us there are still many reason to be cheerful.
Sebastiano Dessanay's Jazz Songbook features simple melodies with a harmonic accompaniment which pay subtle homage to many jazz composers.
Show your Dad he's the best with a hand- made card and bookmark.
Hear original compositions from Road Trip’s debut album, music which places a resolute emphasis on swing, groove and exploratory improvisation.
Join one of Britain's best young comedians-turned-novelist for an enlightening insight into his writing and more.
Just back from a sell-out show at Cheltenham Jazz Festival, Anthony Strong will be performing songs made famous by the late great Ray Charles as well as his own tunes infused with jazz, blues and soul.
SOLD OUT! Join award-winning historian and broadcaster Christopher Frayling, philosopher and academic A C Grayling, and theatre director and playwright Mick Gordon, for what promises to be an absorbing and informative debate on one of contemporary Britain's most pressing political issues.
An exhibition of paintings, drawings and stories, a thought-provoking and unusual combination of literature and painting that probes at certain curiosities of life and our relationship with the planet.
Join Badaude for an hour-long guided journey around the city, taking in the unique atmosphere and hidden secrets of London's streets.
Calling all heroes! Do you dare to hunt the Beasts? Help free Foyles Westfield from their evil rule. Every hero needs a shield: design your own to prepare for the hunt.
Join London at Dawn photographer Anthony Epes for an inspiring one-day workshop of pre-dawn and early morning photography.
This jazz quartet's been all over the map, but they always have a home here on Charing Cross Road - come along for a set of hard bop, soft ballads and toe-tapping tunes.
Join Nicola this evening as she shares her wisdom and answers your questions about how to finally get published.
Following their powerful performance of Strauss's Four Last Songs at Foyles in September, Claire Seaton and Robert Hunter return to the Gallery for a recital of works including Benjamin Britten's On This Island.
Join us instore at 11am for an hour, as our very own booksellers read some of our and your favourite stories.
London's architecture holds the key to a rich and fascinating history. In 'The Stones of London', acclaimed historian Leo Hollis explores the city's hidden past through twelve buildings.
SOLD OUT! Iain Sinclair's visionary writing chronicles London's past, present and future in inimitable style. Ahead of his forthcoming book on the dark side of the 2012 Olympics, Ghost Milk, this evening he gives us his unique perspective on the city.
Led by double bassist Nick Kacal, this group is dedicated to the art of collective improvisation, deconstructing genre jazz and rock.
Every day at 2pm come and design your own book mark and door hangers!
Join us for an afternoon picnic. Hear your favourite Paddington stories and make postcards to send around the world!
A chance to meet one of contemporary British art's most successful and controversial figures, as she signs copies of her brand new exhibition catalogue Love is What You Want at the Queen Elizabeth Hall.
Join Granta magazine and guests to celebrate the launch of Granta 115: The F Word. F Word contributors and novelists Rachel Cusk and Taiye Selasi will talk about which writers passed feminism down to them, and what the word means to them today.
Splatter makes a welcome return to the Café at Foyles to launch their new CD, Scraffiti.
Experience 1920s Bristol for an afternoon as bestselling author Jeffrey Archer launches 'Only Time Will Tell', the first in the series of his new Clifton Chronicles.
Award-winning director Stephen Unwin shares his secrets of theatre-directing in an informal setting, involving group discussions and shared readings of Chekhov, Ibsen and Shakespeare. A must for students, actors, directors and theatrelovers.
The quartet plays both original and covers from their second album Points of View.
The photographs in Out of Order are an accumulation of Molly Macindoe's ten years' work meticulously documenting the free party and teknival scene from her own refreshing perspective.
SOLD OUT! Twenty-one years ago, the first Vintage book appeared on our shelves ,and the list was expanded in 2007 to include Vintage Classics. To mark the occasion, join us to hear some of Vintage's most celebrated writers discuss the classic works that have shaped their careers.
Join us in welcoming the winner of both the Arthur C. Clarke and British Fantasy awards in celebration of his new book, Embassytown.
With writing influenced by musicians as diverse as Kurt Rosenwinkel, Led Zeppelin and John Coltrane, the Dagda band sound is eclectic, vibrant and totally unique.
Join us for an exclusive London event as Booker Prize-winner Anne reads from, talks about and signs copies of her latest novel, The Forgotten Waltz.
An hour of wedding-related fun and cakes!
Bestselling psychologist Richard Wiseman unravels the science behind our beliefs in telepathy, clairvoyants, mediums, ghosts and more.
Join us for an evening of contemporary jazz as the Lee Jones Quintet plays songs from their new album.
Join us for an hour this afternoon as we read stories, make Easter cards and hunt for eggs and bunnies throughout the shop!
Foyles presents a very special event for some very special novelists. The Foyles First-time Salon is our new showcase for the most exciting, incredible and downright brilliant writers around.
Described as one of England's wittiest contemporary poets whilst equally revered for the seriousness of her subject matter, Wendy Cope makes a rare public appearance.
This dazzling singer, who has worked with the late great Humphrey Lyttelton and Alec Dankworth, performs sultry mainstream jazz standards from her latest album, Fever.
SOLD OUT! Join us as we discuss the work of and raise a glass to this most influential, admired and loved of contemporary writers.
On the 50th anniversary of Yuri Gagarin's flight into space, two pioneering writers of the future fiction genre make a rare visit to the UK.
A ground-breaking Kena-flute player fronts this exciting and innovative quartet, which blends contemporary and ancient sounds to great effect. Not to be missed.
Boris Akunin sheds light on the truth behind his crime fiction, the differences between British and Russian crime and the true origins of his pen name.
Covering politics, music, literature and art, Martin Sixmith's new book accompanies a BBC Radio 4 series to mark the 20th anniversary of the dissolution of the USSR.
Described as a 'ferociously talented singer songwriter, Tallulah will be performing tracks from her second album, Alive, accompanied by Jo Quail (cello)
Leading alto saxophonist Peter King will be in conversation with author and music journalist, Roger Cotterrell.
Poured Gently is the debut album from Aimua Eghobamien, and combines fresh and unusual arrangements of jazz and pop standards from Ellington, Monk, Gershwin and Stevie Wonder with haunting and melodic original compositions.
Join us in celebrating the launch of the spring issue of Poetry Review with the winner of both the Costa Award and the Geoffrey Dearmer Prize, Jo Shapcott.
MAP Trio brings together three of London's finest improvisers for an evening of original music, which collects twisted grooves, hard swing and dynamic improvising.
Our expert storyteller reads to the group, then we'll provide all you need for creating some beautiful cards for your mum!
With the doors just opened at Foyles Cabot Circus, we've invited some of Bristol's finest performers to help us celebrate. And we'll be offering 20% off instore throughout the day.
Widely celebrated for his Forward and T S Eliot Prize-winning The Drowned Book, poet, critic, playwright, broadcaster and editor Sean O'Brien reads from his new collection, November.
The Quentin Collins/Brandon Allen Quartet play some of their own compositions, inspired by their passion for hard-bop, notably, 1950s and 60s Blue Note, swing and soul.
An exhibition of original artwork from the French comic artist Winshulss's version of Pinocchio, reinvented for the modern age.
Tonight's event is an unmissable opportunity to experience this true superstar up close and personal, in his only UK recital of 2011.
A varied and insightful look into the place/role of women in contemporary British theatre with four of Britain's leading playwrights.
London-based trumpet player, jazz musician and composer Laura Jurd will be presenting some of her latest compositions drawing on classical, jazz and folk influences.
The 30th European Jazz Expo makes its London debut with an exclusive performance by Sardinian group Sunflower Quartet, who bring their Mediterranean jazz grooves to Foyles
In our first literary supper of 2011, Lady Antonia Fraser joins us to discuss her extraordinary memoir, Must You Go?, the story of her life with Harold Pinter. Over a three-course meal, Lady Antonia will look back over her relationship with Pinter and her years as a writer with the Times literary editor Erica Wagner.
Peter Edwards' trio features one of London's finest rhythm sections. Toe-tapping Jazz at its very best.
Austin Williams discusses with Julie Hill the merits, the fears and the future of 'stuff'.
Enjoy an afternoon of storytelling from all over the world, colouring competitions, and more. Bring your World Book Day £1 book tokens with you to exchange for your free World Book Day £1 book.
Join us as this star in the making demonstrates his astonishing talent and talks eloquently about his passion for classical music.
The popular Arion Quintet return perform an eclectic programme, including arrangements of Joplin and Fauré.
Soprano Elizabeth Watts performs works by Bach at an exclusive recital to launch her brand new Harmonia Mundi recording of Bach Cantatas and Arias.
Celebrated drummer and percussionist Enzo Zirilli is joined by Alberto Marsico, one of today's most renowned European Organ players, and multi-instrumentalist, composer and arranger, Simone Santini.
Ray's Jazz regulars ImproFives return to promote their latest album ''Improfives' which comprises original compositions from the two Maestros Lo Castro and Manzin.
Join Swindon's much-loved author for the first event of his world tour and the first opportunity to get your copy of 'One of Our Thursdays Is Missing'. Sorry, this event is now sold out.
Join us every day during half term to hear your favourite stories read.
Join us instore at 1pm each day for an hour, as our very own booksellers read some of our favourite stories.
This young Trio has set the London jazz scene buzzing, with its love of improvisation, creativity and straight-ahead swinging jazz.
Valentine's Day isn't just for grown-ups! Come along as we read 'Guess How Much I Love You' this weekend, plus join in for colouring and more! Event runs from 2pm-3pm each day.
The Southbank's annual children's festival, complete with musicians, storytellers, comedians, puppeteers and dancers and the best children's authors.
A fresh, eclectic and exciting new force on the UK jazz scene, bringing together five diverse yet complementary jazz musicians.
Robert Mitchell will be playing a set with some of his new solo music as well as some classic tracks from previous albums.
The J Word delivers a dynamic blend of big riffs, catchy melodies and eclectic grooves. They will be playing tracks from their forthcoming album.
The trio of Colin Webster, Mark Holub and Toby McLaren create improvisations that explore the boundaries of colour and form, bringing together acoustic and electronic elements.
The Filipe Monteiro Quintet hit the London jazz scene last year, when they won over the audience at their debut gig in Oliver's Jazz Bar in Greenwich.
In a recent review of The Rational Optimist Matt Ridley was accused of being the 'chief cheerleader for a cornucopian view of the world'. Come along to this Bookshop Barnie with Matt Ridley and Austin Williams and find out what that means and whether there is anything wrong with cornucopias!
This dynamic new group, led by the two maestros Manzin and Lo Castro, will be joined this evening by a terrific rhythm section playing original compositions from the new album ImproFives.
This exhibition of the original artwork from the bestselling children's book 'The Boy in the Oak' will enchant both children and adults alike.
The quartet plays mainly original compositions but also a selection of arranged classic songs. Their music is inspired by the timeless art of improvisation, which the group defines as the art of listening and reacting spontaneously, thereby giving space for something unique to happen in the present moment.
With only a few nights remaining until Christmas, come inside to Foyles on Charing Cross Road for mince pies and mulled wine to keep you warm and give you strength as you finish your holiday shopping. We'll keep our doors open until ten pm to give you plenty of time and, as always, our staff are on hand to recommend the perfect gift or help you find exactly what you need.
The group comprises Maltese trumpet player Alex Bezzina, German Bassist Leon Lissner, Italian Pianist Maria Chiara Argiro' and Chilean Drummer Leandro Mancini.
This new project led by Maestros Manzin and Lo Castro features a vibrant rhythm section playing all original compositions from the new album ‘ImproFives’, now available in Ray's Jazz.
The quartet performs a short set, a combined repertoire of revisited and carefully reworked arrangements of selected obscure jazz tunes as well as thoughtfully penned original compositions, including ‘Greyhound’ as featured on BBC’s Robert Elms Show.
A panel of brave souls argue - for just two and a half minutes each - for the best book... ever. You decide.
Double bass-led grooves and compositions, merging western free jazz and minimal folk harmonies alongside Arab, Jewish and North African music.
Foyles is delighted to be this year's official bookseller at Taste of Christmas, with cooking demonstrations and book signings by Heston Blumenthal, Jun Tanaka, Jason Atherton and more of your favourite chefs.
The Creole Choir’s Cuban name Desandann means‘Descendants’ and the songs on their latest album 'Tande-La' (meaning 'listen'), tell the stories of their Haitian ancestors who were brought to Cuba to work in near slave conditions in the sugar and coffee plantations.
Britain's favourite satirist joins us to sign copies of TV Go Home, a collection of the brutally honest and endlessly witty articles that have entertained us for decades.
Andrés Barba, Sònia Hernández, Javier Montes, Matías Néspolo, Andrés Neuman, Santiago Roncagliolo and Andrés Felipe Solano discuss their work and what it means to make the list.
The poet laureate and one of the most exquisite artists working today present their re-imagining of the classic poem. Young and old will fall in love again with this wondrous tale of the magic of Christmas.
With The Rest is Noise, Alex Ross changed the way we listen to and think about music.Sorry, This Event is Sold Out
WSP come to Ray's at Foyles in the middle of a nationwide tour promoting the release of their first album, 'Relentless'.
From Nick Baker diving with basking sharks off the Cornish coast to J.A. Baker's vivid descriptions of peregrines in the Essex countryside...
Britain's favourite comedy duo are back, with a collection of stories old and new, with such favourites as the street-talking World War II pilots or musical maestros Brabbin and Fyfe.
Contemporary jazz with a twist. Together with his trio, pianist Sebastian Weiss presents original compositions and a new take on Robert Schumann's songs.
We are delighted to welcome back to the Gallery Yuka Ishizuka and Nadav Hertzka, as they perform all three violin sonatas by Brahms.
The world's greatest Lucasian professors are in a sinking balloon and only the best and brightest can be saved. Their fate is in your hands.
With her unique sensual tone vocal command, Zara McFarlane improvises fluently and gracefully across a host of musical styles.
Geza Vermes is widely recognised as the leading authority on Jesus as a historical figure, never afraid to challenge Christian orthodoxy in separating the facts from the myths.
Little Britain star David Walliams' incredible children's books, The Boy in the Dress and Mr Stink, have been widely adored and bestselling successes.
The Peter Sarik Trio is a fresh project that combines the rhythms of latin, mainstream and modern jazz.
Martin Crimp's Attempts on her Life is arguably the most important experimental play of the last twenty years, organizing seventeen scenes around a discussion of a woman who never appears.
With contributions from some of today's finest storytellers, The End of the Line is a collection of chilling stories set on the world's subway systems
Leaders of three of the most exciting groups on the scene play a special acoustic set.
Norwegian saxophonist Frøy Aagre is an emerging star on the European scene. Her first ACT-album 'Cycle of Silence', released in February 2010...
What better way to conclude our celebratory week than with a tasting with Spanish chef José Pizarro?
Saxophonist Trish Clowes leads her dynamic ensemble through richly harmonic originals, as featured on her latest Basho album.
In this concert celebrating the 200-year anniversary of Robert Schumann's birth, Gisela Meyer performs a selection of his best loved music for solo piano.
Emerging Colombian writer Oscar Guardiola-Rivera has polarized opinions with his provocative What if Latin America Ruled the World? Join us this evening...
Internationally renowned and highly prolific Argentinean writer, translator and author Alberto Manguel is with us this evening to discuss his new novel, All Men Are Liars...
A new generation of Latin American writers faces a unique challenge in the aftermath of magical realism, with shoes almost too big to fill.
This Superb new project will be performing original Jazz compositions with a Mediterranean flavour from the new album 'Improfives' now available in Ray's Jazz.
2010 sees Latin America celebrating 200 years of independence, and as such we begin the week with a panel of experts in Latin American studies, politics and history.
Not one but two mega stars of children's literature come together to sign copies of their brand new book, Noah Barleywater Runs Away. This incredibly rare opportunity is most certainly not to be missed.
Following the story of a woman leaving her family and life behind, Harper Regan was named the best play of 2008 by The Guardian's Lyn Gardner.
This talented duo from the Royal Academy of music perform a programme including music by Bach, Schubert and Bartok and a selection of American folk songs arranged by Robert Beaser.
Words on Monday is a weekly series of spoken word events at Kings Place providing the opportunity to listen to and debate with leading minds..
Come and meet the authors shortlisted for this year's Authors Club debut novel prize....
In this exclusive interview for Foyles to celebrate the publication of Bring Up the Bodies, Hilary talks about her fascination with Thomas Cromwell and the corrupting effects of power.
WINNER ANNOUNCED! 80-year-old Aharon Appelfeld wins for Blooms of Darkness: while his fellow Jews are being rounded up, a young boy escapes the concentration camps by sheltering with a prostitute.
A dramatic portrait of contemporary Latin America from the author, essayist and playwright whose death at the age of 83 has just been announced.