In conversation... with Phillipa Ashley and Sue Moorcroft

It's an exciting summer for authors Phillipa Ashley and Sue Moorcroft.

Phillipa’s newest book, A Wedding Under the Cornish Sky, will be published in June, followed by Sue’s latest title, Secrets of the Italian Guesthouse, in July.  In 2026, Phillipa also celebrates 20 years as a published author. Between them, they have written more than 50 books and sold over two million copies.

In this candid and engaging chat, Phillipa and Sue will explore the inspirations behind their latest books, the characters who surprised them, and the real-life experiences that shape their stories. Expect a lively discussion about relationships, ambition, friendship, modern life - and why stories about connection continue to resonate so powerfully today.

If you love great storytelling, compelling characters, and hearing writers speak honestly about their craft and creative process, this evening with two bestselling authors of the Romance genre is for you.

There will be an audience Q&A, and signed copies of the authors’ latest books will be available to purchase after the event.

Come for the conversation, learn about the art of writing, and maybe leave with your next favourite read!

(Thanks to Hana at Penguin Random House for inviting Harborough Culture Cafe to host this special event, which is a taster for Market Harborough's first Literary Festival on September 26th and 27th 2026.)

Timings:

Doors open for all events at 6.30pm and talks will start at 7.30.

There will be opportunities to continue the conversation afterwards and the bar will remain open.

Food orders:

A variety of small plates and sharing platters are available:

• Cold Sandwiches (not toasted) with side salad

Coronation Chicken (£8.75); Tuna Mayo with Cucumber (£8.25); BLT (£9.25); Houmous, Falafel, Rocket and Chilli Jam (V) (£8.25); Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese (£8.75); Chicken Club Sandwich (£10.25)

• Salads

Chicken Caesar (£9.95); Falafel, Avocado, Tomato & Olives with salad leaves (£9.75)

• Platters

Meat single £10.50; to share £19.00
Veggie single £10.50; to share £19.00
Cheese board single (£10.50; to share £19.50

Please order food from Louisa's Place directly on 01858 322024 or louisasplace4a@gmail.com.

Please note:

- Over 18's only, please, due to the licensing regulations at Louisa's Place.

- To ensure that our chosen charities receive the maximum possible amount from each ticket sold, we have to charge booking fees to cover the cost of the ticketing website and transaction fees to cover the cost of the finance platform.