13-07-2025
Isle of Wight Literary Festival returns with sequel to it's line-up announcement
The Isle of Wight Literary Festival has announced a sequel to it's lineup announcement for October.
Among the big names already listed, including Cath Kidston and Sue Barker, the new highlights include Lissa Evans, known for her role in Father Ted and productions such as Have I Got News For You, who will discuss her book Picnic on Craggy Island.
Football enthusiasts can look forward to hearing from Francis Benali, the Southampton FC legend, as he shares insights from his autobiography.
Matt Blake, crime writer and journalist will speak about his book Hearth of Darkness.
Lissa Evans brings Picnic on Craggy Island to 2025 Isle of Wight festival (Image: Isle of Wight Literary Festival) In it, he discusses his own home which was once a notorious criminal's lair.
Harriet Cullen's Lady Pamela Berry – Passion, Politics and Power is about her titled mother, who had a long affair with Malcolm Muggeridge.
Travel writer Jamie Lafferty will speak about his exploration of penguins in An Inconvenience of Penguins.
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Historian Tracy Borman will talk about the time after Elizabeth I's death in her book The Stolen Crown.
Suzanne O'Sullivan, a neurologist, explores the journey of modern illness in The Age of Diagnosis.
Nick Trend, an art historian, will discuss the ties between culture and romance.
Maggie Ankers, festival chair, said: "The latest announcements show the breadth of subjects we cover. There will be some fascinating talks which will cater for all tastes."
Tickets go on sale in August.
