International Writers' Blog

Our monthly 'Meet the Haymaker' series shares stories of the change-makers at the heart of Hay Festival and the impact it has had on their lives. Get to know internet sensation Jack Edwards, one of our Thinkers in Residence at Hay Festival 2023.

Posted 31 May 2023Read more

Our monthly 'Meet the Haymaker' series shares stories of the change-makers at the heart of Hay Festival and the impact it has had on their lives. Get to know Ailsa Dunn, volunteer secretary of Hay, Brecon and Talgarth Sanctuary for Refugees.

Posted 1 May 2023Read more

Our monthly 'Meet the Haymaker' series shares stories of the change-makers at the heart of Hay Festival and the impact it has had on their lives. Get to know Megan Davies, former news desk writer at Hay Festival.

Posted 29 March 2023Read more

From firm TV favourites to new talent and different perspectives, we promise plenty of laughs and irreverent humour throughout the Festival.

Posted 29 March 2023 by Julie FinchRead more

It’s not just words that change the world. Music is a defining feature of the Hay Festival experience. Whether you are looking for classical, folk, global music or feel good performances then we’ve got it covered... 

Posted 29 March 2023 by Julie FinchRead more

We believe that ideas can change the world. Hay Festival is a place for open books and open minds. Never is this more true than when we meet young adults who take part in different ways; through our formal learning programmes or a love of reading for pleasure. 

Posted 27 March 2023 by Aine VenablesRead more

Families that visit Hay Festival 2023 will be able to soak up the positive energy and make some amazing memories. Enjoying the freedom and creative vibes across the festival site, whether you come for the day or stay for longer...

Posted 27 March 2023 by Aine VenablesRead more

Our monthly 'Meet the Haymaker' series shares stories of the change-makers at the heart of Hay Festival and the impact it has had on their lives. Get to know Lena Smith, project manager of Pen to Print.

Posted 28 February 2023Read more

The Library Suicides by Fflur Dafydd is our Book of the Month for February 2023. Read an extract from the opening of the book here...

Posted 11 February 2023Read more

Our new monthly 'Meet the Haymaker' series shares stories of the change-makers at the heart of Hay Festival and the impact it has had on their lives. First up, meet author and Scribblers Tour lead Femi Fadugba.

Posted 1 February 2023Read more

Regenesis by George Monbiot is our Book of the Month for July 2022. Read an extract from the first chapter here...

Posted 6 July 2022 by George MonbiotRead more

Paradais by Fernanda Melchor is our Book of the Month for April 2022. Read an extract from the opening of the book here...

Posted 1 April 2022 by Fernanda MelchorRead more

The Instant by Amy Liptrot is our Book of the Month for March 2022. Read an extract from the opening of the book here...

Posted 4 March 2022 by Amy LiptrotRead more

Free Love by Tessa Hadley is our Book of the Month for January 2022. Here the novelist answers our ten burning questions...

Posted 14 January 2022Read more

Beacons Poem by Beacons Project member Reagan McVeigh...

Posted 21 December 2021 by Reagan McVeighRead more

An extract from Soldier-boy by Beacons Project member Tesni Jenkins...

Posted 21 December 2021 by Tesni JenkinsRead more

Hay-on-Wye by Beacons Project member Lleucu Haf...

Posted 21 December 2021 by Lleucu HafRead more

The Outsider by Beacons Project member Cerys Baker...

Posted 21 December 2021 by Cerys BakerRead more

Phyllis and Co. by Beacons Project member Freya Duncan...

Posted 21 December 2021 by Freya DuncanRead more

A poem to celebrate her week in Hay by Beacons Project member Elin Williams...

Posted 21 December 2021 by Elin WilliamsRead more