BookTastic, Bedford’s Children’s Book Festival, brings the UK’s leading writers and illustrators to Bedford, inspiring children and encouraging them to engage with books and reading in an exciting and accessible way. We give families an opportunity to discover and develop a love of books and reading, and the life success and satisfaction this is proven to develop.

We work closely with schools and community groups to ensure we engage with all children, regardless of background. Our mission is to deliver diverse, inclusive events to a diverse, inclusive audience: we engage families from all communities, and to ensure all voices and viewpoints are represented.

BookTastic Bedford – we’re passionate about helping children develop their love of reading. In Bedford and beyond!

BookTastic Bedford’s annual children’s book festival is designed with one thought – to generate a love of reading in all children, regardless of background.