Festilitt - The Parisot Literary Festival

Described by the event's literary patron, Helen Dunmore, as 'the lovely festival', Festilitt transforms a tiny village deep in the stunning French countryside into a rich and diverse literary hub, buzzing with energy, conversation and laughter. There are French and English programmes running in parallel, featuring established and emerging authors, with the two communities coming together for meals and for a couple of bilingual sessions. It is an intimate event, offering the opportunity to mingle with authors over lunches and dinners, all aided by fabulous French food and wine. A totally non commercial festival, all events are free of charge, although support via the friends and patrons scheme (from €15 per head) is very much appreciated.

When? 21, 22 & 23 October 2016

Where? Parisot, Tarn & Garonne, South West France

Who? in 2016 - Laura Barnett- right (The Versions of Us,) Fiona Barton (The Widow,) Carys Bray (A Song for Issy Bradley & The Museum of You), Susan Elderkin (The Novel Cure), Andrew Lownie (Stalin's Englishman), Jim Powell (Trading Futures)

Website? Festilitt - The Parisot Literary Festival

Twitter? @Festilitt

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Founded? Established in 2013

Who has appeared at past festivals? Helen Dunmore Kate Mosse Sara Taylor Deborah Lawrenson Martin Walker Amanda Hodgkinson Clive Ponting Ella Frances Sanders Piu Eatwell Vanessa Couchmai Tracey Warr Victoria Corby Maree Giles