Enjoy candid, live interviews with your favourite TV stars, authors and experts at the Good Conversation main stage – many of whom will be heading to the special Waterstones’ signing room where you can meet them in person! Check out who’s on which day below – more speakers will be announced soon so make sure you sign up to be the first to hear.

To get access to the Good Conversation stage, choose Gold or VIP tickets (available Thursday, Friday and Saturday). Gold and VIP include access to all Good Conversation stage talks on any given day. Seating will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Don’t forget all tickets include a free 12 month digital subscription to either Good Housekeeping or Country Living.

Book Tickets

Thursday Speakers

Tom Kerridge

Tom Kerridge
10.15am - 11.00am

The much-loved chef and restaurateur will open up on life in the kitchen, share brilliant tips and tell us about his new book, Tom Kerridge Cooks Britain.
Kelly Hoppen good conversation

Kelly Hoppen CBE
11.45am - 12.30pm

One of the country’s leading interior designers will share her inspirations and how to create your dream home.
Lucy Worsley good conversation

Lucy Worsley OBE
1.15pm - 2.00pm

Everyone’s favourite historian has agreed to come back to GH Live and will share secrets from the past, plus delve into the life and career of beloved crime author Agatha Christie, about whom she’s recently written a book.
Caroline Quentin

Caroline Quentin
2.45pm - 3.30pm

Caroline is a well-renowned figure in British comedy. Most recently, she has published her book Drawn to the Garden, which is a mix of heartwarming personal stories with gardening tips and delicious recipes.
Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall

Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall
4.15pm - 5.00pm

Chef, broadcaster, campaigner and award-winning writer Hugh, brings us his latest book How To Eat 30 Plants A Week. 

Friday Speakers

David Nicholls
10.15am - 11.00am

Award-winning author David, has had an incredible career. He’s not only achieved global success with his novels but also adapted many of his bestsellers for on-screen including One Day, Starter for Ten and Us.

Liz Earle

Liz Earle
11.45am - 12.30pm

Wellbeing and beauty guru Liz is arguably the world’s best advert for turning 60! And she’ll be sharing her pearls of wisdom from her new book, A Better Second Half.

Anton Du Beke
1.15pm - 2.00pm

Strictly Come Dancing judge, author and brilliant raconteur Anton will be in conversation around his latest book, A Dance For The King.

James Middleton
2.45pm - 3.30pm

Dog lover and co-founder of dog wellness brand James & Ella will be discussing his debut book, Meet Ella: The Dog Who Saved My Life.

Dame Maggie Aderin-Pocock MBE
4.15pm - 5.00pm

After her entertaining talk last year, The Sky At Night presenter is back to talk about her new book, Webb’s Universe: The Space Telescope Images That Reveal Our Cosmic History.

Saturday Speakers

Caitlin Moran 550

Caitlin Moran
10.15am - 11.00am

The incredible Caitlin Moran will be joining us to kick off our Saturday line up, discussing her latest book What About Men?

Dame Prue Leith

Dame Prue Leith
11.45am - 12.30pm

The broadcaster, cookery writer and novelist will be joining us to talk about her life, learnings and brilliant new book, Life’s Too Short To Stuff A Mushroom.
Anita Rani good conversation

Anita Rani
1.15pm - 2.00pm

Hear about life behind scenes of Countryfile and BBC Radio 4’s Woman’s Hour from powerhouse presenter Anita Rani. Plus, find out more about her brilliant debut novel, Baby Does A Runner.

Carol Klein
2.45pm - 3.30pm

Fresh from publishing her Hortobiography, Britain’s favourite plantswoman will be telling stories of her life and the gardens she’s loved over the years.

Marian Keyes
4.15pm - 5.00pm

The multi-million copy, internationally bestselling author Marian Keyes will be discussing her writing career, where she gets ideas from and her latest book My Favourite Mistake.