Thirty-six authors head for Waterstones Piccadilly

Authors David Mitchell, Michel Faber and Malorie Blackman are among a total of 36 writers who will be socializing with customers at a Waterstones Christmas shopping event in London tonight (26th November). The Waterstones Piccadilly “Christmas Shopping Extravaganza” from 6pm – 10pm tonight, will inviting members of the public to buy presents for Christmas, with authors on hand to sign books. The evening is an open event and free of charge. A Waterstones spokesperson said the event promised to be "even better than in years before." Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

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