# Event Details - **Event Name**: books on the walls Author Event with Dave Haslam: Creative Journeys - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 27 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Tue, 27 Oct, 2026 at 07:30 pm (+00:00) - **Event Description**: Come and celebrate Dave Haslam's latest publication, Creative Journeys (Manchester University Press) at books on the walls.About this Eventbooks on the walls is thrilled to welcome legendary DJ, music journalist and author Dave Haslam to celebrate the launch of Creative Journeys (Manchester University Press).Creative Journeys is a collection of conversations that Dave has had with creative trailblazers. Over forty years the DJ, writer and broadcaster has interviewed some of the most fascinating figures in music, literature, film and art. The book gathers revelatory conversations with creative characters including Neneh Cherry, Maxine Peake, Lemn Sissay, Andrew Weatherall, Raymond Carver and Jeremy Deller.From politics and performance to art, fame and addiction, Haslam's interviewees speak with honesty about their creative journeys. Viv Albertine discusses ‘Typical Girls’ and Paddy Considine recalls Dead Man’s Shoes. Jarvis Cocker goes deep into ‘This is Hardcore’. Terry Hall and Miki Berenyi speak about childhood trauma. Bernard Sumner recalls the loss of Ian Curtis. Jonathan Franzen talks about torturing his characters. There’s darkness but much humour too.The interviews provide fascinating stories of unorthodox, creative artists navigating negativity and personal setbacks to become celebrated cultural iconsDave Haslam has been described as a ‘genius’ by Courtney Love and an ‘exceptional writer’ by Olivia Laing. He has worked as a journalist, broadcaster, DJ and interviewer. In the mid-1980s he was running a fanzine, writing for the NME and beginning a 450 night DJ residency at the Haçienda. He has gone on to DJ internationally, curate art events across Europe and write five full-length books, including the acclaimed memoir Sonic Youth Slept on My Floor (2018). books on the walls always has a Dave book on the shelves.Dave will be talking about his book and answering questions from the audience, followed by a book signing and a chance for a chat. The books on the walls bar and barista service (Literary Cocktail of the month included) will be operating for the event.Book your free ticket on Eventbrite or with books on the walls. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/2d0668d0-a6cc-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w481-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg Agenda🕑: 06:00 PM - 06:15 PMSettle in, get a drink and meet your neighbour🕑: 06:15 PM - 07:00 PMDave Haslam Time - Stories, readings and conversation with the audience🕑: 07:00 PM - 07:30 PMBook Signing and chats with Dave, more drinks and farewells - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chester/books-on-the-walls-author-event-with-dave-haslam-creative-journeys/100001991198428100 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: books on the walls - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Chester - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: books on the walls - **lat**: 53.1938438 - **long**: -2.892938 - **full address**: books on the walls, 2 City Walls, Chester, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: books on the walls Author Event with Dave Haslam: Creative Journeys - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/7c2f88ec36b781916f777962cda8c5b8b59c020089306371fe2d0f81c2e67fb6-rimg-w1200-h801-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1783360338 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is books on the walls Author Event with Dave Haslam: Creative Journeys being held? - **A:** books on the walls Author Event with Dave Haslam: Creative Journeys takes place on Tue, 27 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Tue, 27 Oct, 2026 at 07:30 pm at books on the walls, 2 City Walls, Chester, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing books on the walls Author Event with Dave Haslam: Creative Journeys? - **A:** books on the walls Author Event with Dave Haslam: Creative Journeys is organized by books on the walls. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** books on the walls Author Event with Dave Haslam: Creative Journeys is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chester, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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