Crossing the Tees

13/10/2026

Join illustrator Kat Lynas for Imagined Islands and Lost Lands at Stockton Reference Library, Stockton Central Library on Thursday 22 October, 2 - 4pm.
Explore the hidden symbols and stories within historical and literary maps, then create your own imagined world of lost lands, bustling cities and mysterious islands.
Book your free place online https://tinyurl.com/2v9423jx or by calling your local library. Suitable for ages 12+. All materials provided.

08/10/2026

Writers’ Block North East in Middlesbrough want to find and support the next wave of novelists in the region. Join an online event on 12 October, 7:15–8.45pm, to hear from authors Ann Sei Lin and Derek Owusu and be inspired to make your writing dream a reality. You can also attend taster workshops around the region this autumn for Writers’ Block’s free, year-long novel writing programme. Book a place for any sessions by visiting www.writersblocknortheast.com/wbne.

24/09/2026

Take a look at the new opportunity to share your story with Redcar & Cleveland Libraries

This could be the perfect opportunity to share a piece of completed work, or start something brand new. Take a peek below 👇

‼️𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗪𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗦 & 𝗔𝗨𝗧𝗛𝗢𝗥𝗦️‼️

Do you want to take part in Series 2 of Delve Into Twelve?

Are you a writer, published or unpublished, who wants to share or create a new piece of work?

Then we have the opportunity you’ve been looking for!

We're currently looking for writers to be part of Series 2 of Delve Into Twelve.

For more information and to raise an expression of interest, please complete the form here - https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/BnA4gvTUW2

If you haven't already read chapters from Series 1 of Delve Into Twelve, check them out on BorrowBox
https://redcar.borrowbox.com/search?format=eBooks&sort=releaseDateNewToOld&q=delve+into+twelve

Not a resident of Redcar and Cleveland? Make sure to check your BorrowBox account in your local area to see if it has been added there too (if not, a cheeky ask at your local library can fix that 😉)

𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲, 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗻𝗼 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟯𝗿𝗱 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟳 𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝗶𝗱𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁.

22/09/2026

This fascinating talk takes place on Thursday evening - book your place at www.stockton.gov.uk/book-library-event

Step into the dazzling world of Georgian masquerades as historian Meghan Kobza explores the fascinating stories behind her new book, The Masquerade, in this richly illustrated talk.

Stockton Central Library on Thursday 24 September, 6pm to 7.30pm
Tickets £5. Book your place: https://tinyurl.com/4punzb42

19/09/2026

Save the date! Mini lit-fest in Hartlepool on October 3rd as part of the Headland Folk Festival.

15/09/2026

Unfortunately Ben's event this evening is cancelled. Apologies for the short notice.

ANNOUNCEMENT : Unfortunately, our event with Ben Kane tonight is cancelled. We apologise sincerely for any inconvenience.

15/09/2026

***Cancelled***
Unfortunately this event has been cancelled we apologise for any inconvenience. If you have booked a place a refund will be made.

TONIGHT! Meet author Ben Kane!

An evening with Ben Kane

Join us for an exciting evening as Ben discusses A Land Aflame, the thrilling fourth instalment in his acclaimed Hannibal series.
Ben Kane is the bestselling author of more than twenty historical adventure novels.

Set in 211 BC, A Land Aflame follows Hanno, Aurelia and Quintus as they struggle for survival amid the brutal conflict between Rome and Carthage. Will Rome prevail, or will Carthage emerge victorious?

Don't miss this opportunity to hear Ben Kane talk about the latest chapter in one of historical fiction's most gripping series.

📆Tuesday 15 September, 6:30 - 8pm
📍Seaton Carew Community Hub
🎫Book Online: https://tinyurl.com/yc69aycw

14/09/2026

WE’RE BACK!

Applications now open for our 2027-28 novel writing programme.

Deadline December 7th (so you have plenty of time).

Link in comments.

Please share with someone who wants to be a published author!

13/09/2026

Still time to book your place to meet Ben Kane at Seaton Carew on Tuesday evening!

An evening with Ben Kane

Join us for an exciting evening as Ben discusses A Land Aflame, the thrilling fourth instalment in his acclaimed Hannibal series.

Ben Kane is the bestselling author of more than twenty historical adventure novels.
Set in 211 BC, A Land Aflame follows Hanno, Aurelia and Quintus as they struggle for survival amid the brutal conflict between Rome and Carthage. Will Rome prevail, or will Carthage emerge victorious?

Don't miss this opportunity to hear Ben Kane talk about the latest chapter in one of historical fiction's most gripping series.

📆Tuesday 15 September, 6:30 - 8pm
📍Seaton Carew Community Hub
🎫Book Online: https://tinyurl.com/yc69aycw