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Welcome.
Leek Loves Books is a grassroots celebration of reading, born from a wild idea on a stormy night. We bring book clubs, author events, creative projects, and book festivals to the heart of Leek — connecting readers, writers, and stories in our vibrant market town.
If you want to get involved then get in touch, we love helping people join our book clubs or if you are an author wanting to talk about your book or writing process we would love to help you host a talk in Leek.
Upcoming events
30 May 2026, 10:00 – 16:00Foxlowe Arts Centre, Stockwell St, Leek ST13 6AD, UKFree festival at the Foxlowe
30 May 2026, 10:45 – 12:00Foxlowe Arts Centre, Stockwell St, Leek ST13 6AD, UKA traditional storytelling show for families with an art activity to tie in with the storytelling. @mariastoryteller is joining Leek Loves Books for the first time and we are all very excited.
Multiple Dates30 May 2026, 12:30 – 13:30Foxlowe Arts Centre, Stockwell St, Leek ST13 6AD, UKWe are a unique author/illustrator team. Our books are suitable for children aged 3-7 yrs and are based all around the wonderful world of sewing. Our sessions include 'sew' much more than reading our story! We introduce children to the real meaning behind the song 'wind the bobbin up', we teach the
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