The tenth Swindon Festival of Literature takes place from May 1 to 17 and promises to be the biggest ever.

The event has grown steadily over the years and is now considered one of the top literary events in the country.

Star names from the world of books will be appearing at venues around the town.

They include Magnus Magnusson, Claire Rayner, Edwina Currie, Blake Morrison, Andrew Motion, AC Grayling, Jennie Bond, Kate Adie, Mark Thomas, Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, Libby Purves and Richard Ingrams.

Full details of the programme are available on the internet at www.swindonfestivalofliterature.co.uk.

Or for more details call (01793) 771080.

Tickets are available in advance from individual venues.