Medina Bookshop in Cowes is delighted to announce a special evening celebrating bold, complex, and compelling female characters in contemporary fiction.
Taking place on Wednesday 23rd April at 7pm, the event, titled “Why Women Of A Certain Age Make The Best Characters,” will bring together three exciting literary voices for a lively and insightful discussion.
Authors Julia Tuffs and Amy Beashel will be in conversation with fellow author Kate Weston, exploring the shared themes that emerge in their latest novels. Together, they will delve into the richness, depth, and authenticity that comes with writing women whose stories are shaped by experience, resilience, and reinvention.
Julia Tuffs
With strong connections to the Isle of Wight, Julia (pictured right) brings a distinctive voice shaped in part by her ties to the Island’s community and landscape.
Her work often explores emotional nuance, relationships, and the layered realities of women’s lives, making her a natural contributor to this timely conversation.
Amy Beashel
Known for her sharp, contemporary storytelling, Amy (pictured right) writes with insight and wit about modern womanhood, identity, and the pressures faced by women today.
Her latest novel continues to examine these themes with both humour and emotional depth.
Kate Weston
Kate (pictured below) will be chairing the discussion: an acclaimed author celebrated for her engaging, relatable fiction and distinctive narrative voice.
As interviewer, she will guide the conversation through the overlapping themes in the authors’ work, drawing out both contrasts and connections in their portrayals of women at different life stages.
Hear directly from the authors
This engaging panel will offer readers a unique opportunity to hear directly from the authors about their creative processes, inspirations, and the importance of representing women of all ages in fiction. The evening promises thoughtful discussion, humour, and audience Q&A.
Tickets are priced at £5 and are available from Medina Bookshop in person or via the shop’s website.
Early booking is recommended as spaces are limited.
Event Details:
“Why Women Of A Certain Age Make The Best Characters” takes place on Wednesday 23rd April from 7pm at Medina Bookshop, 50 High Street, Cowes PO31 7RR.
Tickets are priced at £5 and available in-store or online.
For further information, please contact Medina Bookshop directly.
News shared by Paul on behalf of Medina Bookshop. Ed
