Essex Book Festival

'One of the highlights of the county’s cultural calendar. Each year the festival hosts 100+events in a range of venues across Essex ... The Festival was established by Essex County Council in 1999 to celebrate the book in all its forms with the widest possible audiences. It has grown exponentially since then. Now recognised as one of the leading festivals of its kind in the East of England, it invites writers and artists from all over the world to take part in its activities and events.' Normally held during June.