09 - 15 NOVEMBER 2026
Why Authors Love the Gibraltar Literary Festival
The Gibraltar Literary Festival has welcomed internationally acclaimed authors, illustrators and cultural figures to a uniquely intimate and engaged setting. What sets the festival apart is not only its audiences, but the care taken with each author’s experience — from thoughtful programming to genuinely enthusiastic readers.
James Mayhew
My heart is full and I’m so grateful to everyone involved for the exceptional welcome. From newspapers to banners fluttering in the street, you’ve treated me royally, and I’m so honoured to have participated. Thank you!
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Homely feel, great organisation, everything taken care of.
It was all amazing. Thank you!
Janice Hallett
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I really enjoyed the whole festival, it was such a brilliant experience for me. But everyone; the authors, the team, the catering staff — was incredibly warm, and the hospitality was amazing.
Some of the best-selling authors who have been to multiple festivals even told me personally that this was, hands down, the best festival they’ve ever attended.
It was such a great experience, and I’m still really, really happy about it now.
Justin Rollins
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We were all made to feel welcome: better than any other festival I have been to and I have been to a lot!
Sir Vince Cable
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As a speaker, it really felt like the red carpet had been rolled out for us.
Beautiful venues, lovely hotel, great excursions, superb event team.
I almost struggle to think of things I didn't enjoy!
Katherine Carter
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Everything was perfect and we were made most welcome by the team. Overall it was wonderful.
I hope you have me back again .
Grant Harrold
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In 2023, an appearance by Dame Mary Berry saw over 700 tickets sold, resulting in a capacity audience and demonstrating the festival’s ability to attract large, committed crowds for headline events.